5 Reasons Why J.T. Barrett Should Start For Ohio State In 2015

By Jerry Landry

5 Reasons Why J.T. Barrett Should Start For the Buckeyes

J.T. Barrett Ohio State Buckeyes Quarterback — It’s not cut-and-dry as to why J.T. Barrett should get the nod for the Ohio State Buckeyes in 2015. He is, after all, part of the most complex quarterbacking situation since Urban Meyer’s first championship run with a Florida Gators team that paired an upstart Tim Tebow and veteran Chris Leak. Meyer handled both situations perfectly, and here are five reasons why he’ll handle another QB quandary perfectly again.

5. Cardale Jones Should Turn Pro

Cardale Jones National Championship press conference Ohio State Buckeyes

5. Cardale Jones Should Turn Pro

Cardale Jones National Championship press conference Ohio State Buckeyes — When all three of Urban Meyer’s quarterbacks were healthy, he decided Cardale Jones was his third-best option. After the coaching job Meyer executed this season, who is to doubt his judgment? Jones’ stock is doubtful to get any higher, and he’s already reached the pinnacle in college football achievement. He should now go out and get paid.

4. Braxton Miller Should Transfer

Braxton Miller Ohio State Buckeyes vs Clemson Tigers

4. Braxton Miller Should Transfer

Braxton Miller Ohio State Buckeyes vs Clemson Tigers — Perhaps J.T. Barrett and Cardale Jones were flourishing byproducts of Urban Meyer’s system. Unfortunately, Braxton Miller can’t gamble on conjecture. 2015 is Miller’s showcase year for the NFL, and with teams like the Oregon Ducks and Florida State Seminoles thirsty for an elite quarterback, Miller would be silly not to use his leverage.

3. This Is Probably Why Barrett Is Returning

J.T. Barrett Ohio State Buckeyes National Championship sideline

3. This Is Probably Why Barrett Is Returning

J.T. Barrett Ohio State Buckeyes National Championship sideline — Barrett told Sports Illustrated he will return to Ohio State next year. This means one of two things: He’s either confident he’ll win the starting job, or he’s confident that Miller and/or Jones won’t be there in the fall.

2. Barrett Has Unfinished Heisman Business

J.T. Barrett Heisman Trophy Candidate

2. Barrett Has Unfinished Heisman Business

J.T. Barrett Heisman Trophy Candidate — If it weren’t for a freak ankle injury late in an already-decided game against the Michigan Wolverines, we could’ve seen Barrett siphoning Heisman votes from Marcus Mariota, if not winning it outright. It's guaranteed that Barrett has already swallowed this bitter pill and washed it down with motivation to win that trophy.

1. Barrett Wants To Earn A Championship All The Way

Urban Meyer hoisting National Championship Trophy

1. Barrett Wants To Earn A Championship All The Way

Urban Meyer hoisting National Championship Trophy — J.T. Barrett is a big reason why Ohio State obtained the privilege of entering the College Football Playoff. Ezekiel Elliott and Cardale Jones carried the load from there. Imagine if someone allegedly less-skilled at your job accomplished one of your goals because of an inevitable absence. You bet Barrett wants to lead his Buckeyes back to the Playoff.

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