Could Rutgers football catch a break against Ohio State?

It's possible.

That's because the statuses of Buckeyes star receivers Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate are uncertain heading into the Scarlet Knights' battle against Ohio State on Nov. 22 at Ohio Stadium (noon, FOX) in Columbus.

Buckeyes coach Ryan Day did not go into specifics when he addressed their situations on Nov. 18.

"We put out the report the day of the game, but I can tell you they're in great spirits," Day told reporters, according to ESPN. "The medical staff is working hard. We'll take it day to day and see how they come in each day, but they're working hard to get back on the field."

Smith was listed on the availability report as questionable heading into the Buckeyes' game against UCLA on Nov. 15 but ultimately

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