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OU-Ohio State: Returning the favor in 1983

JAKE TROTTER | Modified: August 16, 2009 at 7:37 pm | Published: August 16, 2009

In 1983, Ohio State avenged its 1977 loss to the Sooners by thumping OU 24-14 in Norman.

Ohio State quarterback Mike Tomczak found tight end John Frank seven times for 108 yards and two touchdowns.

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The Buckeye defense, meanwhile, contained OU's rushing attack and held the Sooners to only 177 rushing yards.

The Sooners struggled in 1983, finishing with an 8-4 record.

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