Ohio State has nothing but bad memories...

Ohio State has nothing but bad memories of the Sugar Bowl. And nothing changed that in the first 24 hours after the team’s return to New Orleans.

A year ago, the Buckeyes lost to Florida State, 31-14. This time, Ohio State is a 12-point favorite over Texas A&M.;

Buckeye Coach John Cooper will miss workouts today and Tuesday after the death of his 88-year-old mother on Christmas Eve.

All-Americans David Boston and Rob Murphy missed practice Sunday because of injuries.

Boston, a wide receiver, has a slightly sprained left ankle, sustained when he slipped on a patch of ice on Christmas Eve. His foot was placed in a walking boot to prevent the ankle from flexing.