American Football came from rugby and in the ... the rod would be moved to a new position, marking where the new first down was located. The “line to gain” marker was the precursor to the ...

Although it tends to be more popular in European football than in Britain, Hansen is a fan of the system but admits it is down to the players involved. He said: "We always used zonal marking when I ...

As Ohio State looks to incorporate several new faces this season across both sides of the football, they may very well have two of the best players in the country in Downs at safety and wide ...

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State football’s Seth McLaughlin ... He was named a first-team player, marking the fourth time he’s earned that honor this year. Downs is in his first season with ...

However, the Rockets remained alert to counter-attacking situations, which caused Downs nervy moments en-route to the 60th minute mark. Galaxy’s tight marking frustrated Sundowns throughout the ...

Buckeyes defensive back Caleb Downs argued it was the greatest run in the history of college football at the Buckeye Cruise for Cancer this weekend. "You're right," Downs said when 10TV's Dom ...

Was Ohio State football's championship run the greatest in collegiate history? Caleb Downs might not say it is, but he agreed with the notion.