Urban Meyer has an interesting pick for a statue at Ohio Stadium

One of the elite teams in college football for a long time is Ohio State.

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The Buckeyes have produced countless All-Americans, NFL selection choices, and six Heisman trophy champions.

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So if a statue honoring a former athlete were to be constructed at Ohio Stadium, Cardale Jones would be the best choice.

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As the starting quarterback going into a Big Ten Championship game that had to be won, Jones delivered Buckeye supporters one of the most memorable runs in OSU football history.

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According to the former Ohio State head, “To me, they ought to build a statue of Cardale Jones,” Meyer said.

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Under Cardale Jones' leadership, Ohio State defeated Wisconsin 59-0, Alabama, and then Oregon.

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And that's unquestionably the best run in Ohio State history.

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Although Jones was the quarterback of record, it was Ezekiel Elliott and a strong defense that led Ohio State to the 2015 championship.

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Jones' ability to enter the Michigan game in the midst of it after J.T. Barrett left due to injury.

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And then guided the team to three incredible wins that were beyond impressive.

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