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COLUMBUS, Ohio -- The warning shot was delivered in person.It wasnt subtle, less of a tap on Alabamas shoulder and more of a punch right in the mouth.Ohio State announced not only that it was back as a legitimate powerhouse by knocking off Nick Sabans Crimson Tide on the first day of 2015 in the first College Football Playoff, it made it clear that it had every intention of becoming the No. 1 contender to dethrone the Saban dynasty and stake its claim as the nations preeminent powerhouse.And while dynasties obviously arent built on a single game, and the Crimson Tide responded immediately by winning the national championship again one year later, that Sugar Bowl still stands as a pivotal turning point in what has suddenly become a legitimate argument.In the span of a little more than four years, Urban Meyer has taken over a program that had a losing record in the season before he arrived and built the Buckeyes into a behemoth capable of standing toe to toe with the Crimson Tide -- and potentially elbowing them off the top of the mountain as the countrys top program.?Just look at before and after with Urban and what hes done, Todd McShay, ESPN Scouts Inc., director of college football scouting, said. If you look at the previous couple of years and what he inherited -- Ohio State has obviously been a big NFL pipeline traditionally -- but what kind of happened to the talent level in those previous couple years was very obvious.Lets put it this way, two years ago I thought there was a massive, massive gap between Alabamas roster and Ohio States. And now, I can honestly sit here and say I dont see any difference.Chances to measure them head to head are few and far between, of course. But the Buckeyes and Tide once again have positioned themselves for another chance to settle the debate in the College Football Playoff. The current polls have them at No. 1 and No. 2 in the nation nearing the midway point of the season, spots that have become familiar for both since Saban and Meyer got their programs up to speed and positions theyre every bit as likely to hold in the coming years.And it was obviously no secret to Meyer what he was chasing nationally when he took over the Buckeyes -- or as he prepared for the Crimson Tide in the 2014 playoff.Ive used Alabama [as a motivator], Meyer said in the buildup up to that game. Ive used any team at the top of the mountain, Ive used them.?Ive respectfully used them because they played very well.?Every year theyre in a championship hunt and Ive used them.I knew at some point, if youre going to reach for the top, that you have to go through the top. And the last several years Alabama has certainly been at the top of college football.The key for Meyer on Ohio States ascent has been his staggering success as a recruiter. His tireless work ethic and affinity for searching for talent has always been a significant part of his success, right along with his masterful ability to motivate and a sharp offensive mind.Taken individually, the Buckeyes have become even more of a national brand under Meyer on the recruiting trail and appear to be even taking their approach to a higher level with a potentially historic 2017 class that is No. 1 in the ESPN RecruitingNation rankings -- naturally one spot ahead of Alabama.He has pushed all the right buttons to get the best out of his team in the biggest moments, with his perfect 19-0 record in true road games particularly useful in showing his skills in getting his message across to the Buckeyes. When the roster is pared down for travel and the environment is hostile, Meyer comes up each week with a slogan or mission statement to rally his team, keeping things fresh by continually providing new challenges.And simply by bringing his power-spread offense to Ohio State, the program seemingly jumped light years ahead of where it was during a previous regime that was never accused of being overly innovative with the football.Combined with the resources provided by one of the countrys largest athletic departments, home-run coaching hires to fill out his staff and maybe even a little luck that the Big Ten was in the middle of a lull that may have helped him win an extra game or two when he arrived, Meyer has effectively provided the renovation on a historic powerhouse that simply needed a few upgrades.That Block O opens all the doors you need, co-defensive coordinator Luke Fickell said on signing day. National championship and all those things help, but the reality is that that Block O and the history -- what its done not just over a short period of time but a long period of time in my 14 years of recruiting, 20 years I say of being here -- you know, its always going to open the doors for you.And then the job that [Meyer] does and the way he motivates us and obviously the emphasis he puts on recruiting and him doing it himself, thats what really sells.And clearly the top prospects are buying it, which has provided the real indicator of Ohio States staying power.The truest test of it wasnt on Jan. 1, 2015. Its the way the Buckeyes have steamrollered through their first five games this season after losing a record-setting draft class -- one that included 12 overall selections with nine players leaving school early -- that strongly suggests they have reached that Alabama level of reloading instead of rebuilding.Being able to land the whatever-star prospects is one thing, but also its identifying players that fit what you do but also that you can develop, McShay said. Whatever their formula is, however they go about that, however Nick Saban goes about that or Urban Meyer goes about it -- they dont miss on a ton of guys they wind up recruiting and bring in. And then they develop them well.Thats a compliment to what Ohio State has done. They have come so far, so fast.And the Buckeyes no longer need to come from behind to tap on Alabamas shoulder. Kellyn Acosta Jersey . 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He was beaten by the Euros mega rookie, no shame in that.Dustin JohnsonGrade: C 2016 Record: Foursomes 1-0-0; Four-Ball 0-2-0; Singles 1-0-0; Overall: 2-2-0 Career record, including 2016: Foursomes 1-1-0; Four-Ball 2-4-0; Singles: 3-0-0; Overall: 6-5-0 Ryder Cup appearances: 3 (2010, 2012, 2016)Strange that DJs other win came in alternate shot (foursomes) and his losses came in four-ball. Even though he fell behind in the singles early on, his victory against Chris Wood was expected.Zach JohnsonGrade: B- 2016 Record: Foursomes 1-1-0; Four-Ball 0-0-0; Singles 1-0-0; Overall: 2-1-0 Career record, including 2016: Foursomes 4-5-1; Four-Ball 1-1-0; Singles: 3-1-1; Overall: 8-7-2 Ryder Cup appearances: 5 (2006, 2010, 2012, 2014, 2016)Zach did what Zach does: play smart, solid golf and wait until you beat yourself. A loss on Saturday morning wasnt for lack of effort but did show how Zachs style of game isnt always built for a comeback.Brooks KoepkaGrade: A- 2016 Record: Foursomes 1-0-0; Four-Ball 1-1-0; Singles 1-0-0; Overall: 3-1-0 Career record, including 2016: Foursomes 1-0-0; Four-Ball 1-1-0; Singles: 1-0-0; Overall: 3-1-0 Ryder Cup appearances: 1 (2016)With a rookie like this on the U.S. team, it should be good for a long while. His performance vs. Danny Willett on Sunday was dominant and his only loss was not down to bad play.Matt KucharGrade: C 2016 Record: Foursomes 1-0-0; Four-Ball 1-1-0; Singles 0-1-0; Overall: 2-2-0 Career record, including 2016: Foursomes 2-2-0; Four-Ball 3-2-2; Singles: 1-3-0; Overall: 6-7-2 Ryder Cup appearances: 4 (2010, 2012, 2014, 2016) Note: Captains pickBlowing a 3-up lead is not something to be proud of, but there was only one bogey as he lost the lead and thee match.dddddddddddd Kuchar played well enough on a course that he definitely couldnt overpower.Phil MickelsonGrade: A 2016 Record: Foursomes 1-1-0; Four-Ball 1-0-0; Singles 0-0-1; Overall: 2-1-1 Career record, including 2016: Foursomes 5-7-4; Four-Ball 8-8-2; Singles: 5-5-1; Overall: 18-20-7 Ryder Cup appearances: 11 (1995, 1997, 1999, 2002, 2004, 2006, 2008, 2010, 2012, 2014, 2016)Phil wanted this team to have his stamp on it. Lefty accomplished that and more with his phenomenal play on Sunday afternoon.Ryan MooreGrade: B 2016 Record: Foursomes 0-0-0; Four-Ball 1-1-0; Singles 1-0-0; Overall: 2-1-0 Career record, including 2016: Foursomes 0-0-0; Four-Ball 1-1-0; Singles: 1-0-0; Overall: 2-1-0 Ryder Cup appearances: 1 (2016) Note: Captains pickRyan Moore has such deep resolve. Winning a full point after being 2 down with four holes to play is like something from a movie, and being the man who wins the point that brings home the Ryder Cup like a dream.Patrick ReedGrade: A+ 2016 Record: Foursomes 1-0-1; Four-Ball 1-1-0; Singles 1-0-0; Overall: 3-1-1 Career record, including 2016: Foursomes 1-0-2; Four-Ball 3-1-0; Singles: 2-0-0; Overall: 6-1-2 Ryder Cup appearances: 2 (2014, 2016)The most important thing you want on your team is a guy who wants the ball. Wants to be in the spotlight. Wants to beat the other teams best guy. Reed was that guy this last week and became the golfing bad boy America loves.Brandt SnedekerGrade: A+ 2016 Record: Foursomes 1-0-0; Four-Ball 1-0-0; Singles 1-0-0; Overall: 3-0-0 Career record, including 2016: Foursomes 2-1-0; Four-Ball 1-0-0; Singles: 1-1-0; Overall: 4-2-0 Ryder Cup appearances: 2 (2012, 2016)The only player on the U.S. team to go undefeated. He played each format and in Sunday singles showed emotion like Ive never seen from him.Jordan SpiethGrade: C+ 2016 Record: Foursomes 1-0-1; Four-Ball 1-1-0; Singles 0-1-0; Overall: 2-2-1 Career record, including 2016: Foursomes 1-0-2; Four-Ball 3-1-0; Singles: 0-2-0; Overall: 4-3-2 Ryder Cup appearances: 2 (2014, 2016)While its hard to beat someone who makes seven birdies and an eagle, as Henrik Stenson did Sunday, there were times when Spieths frustration seemed to carry over from one hole to the next when he should have let it go.Jimmy WalkerGrade: D+ 2016 Record: Foursomes 1-1-0; Four-Ball 0-0-0; Singles 0-1-0; Overall: 1-2-0 Career record, including 2016: Foursomes 1-2-1; Four-Ball 0-0-2; Singles: 1-1-0; Overall: 2-3-3 Ryder Cup appearances: 2 (2014, 2106)Four bogeys in match play is just not good, especially playing against a Ryder Cup rookie. That is not the way to win. Regardless, he was a good teammate and won a foursomes match. ' ' '