The Buckeyes represented the Ohio State University and were coached by Steve Rohlik, in his 8th season.

Because the NCAA had previously announced that all winter sports athletes would retain whatever eligibility they possessed through at least the following year, none of Ohio State's players would lose a season of play.

The Buckeyes' offense was hampered by the loss of their top two scorers from the year before (through graduation) but their defense was just as poor if not worse.

With both their offense and defense heading in the wrong direction, Ohio State finished with its worst record in 26 years.

The team somehow managed not to finish last in the Big Ten but, after being shutout by Michigan in the conference quarterfinals, that was little consolation.