"Time and change will surely show
How firm thy friendship,
O-HI-O."
Those incredible words. That surreal moment when over 100,000 people in Ohio Stadium come together as one. It doesn't matter how many times you sing Carmen, Ohio. The goosebumps never change and the atmosphere never falters. Ohio State football is truly an experience unlike any other. As a Buckeye, the thought of football is never far from your mind, no matter what time of year it is. Here are 10 signs you can't wait for Ohio State football season.
1. You already bought your football tickets even though you can barely afford to buy food.
You will gladly put yourself in debt if it means you get to cheer on your favorite team from the crowd. You can save money some other time.
2. You actually did start saving up money, but it's not for food. It's for playoff tickets.
Yes, you know the regular season hasn't even started yet. Yes, you still can't afford food. That doesn't matter. You KNOW the Bucks are making it all the way this year and you KNOW you're not missing out.
3. You find yourself constantly discussing this year's team, even when no one really cares as much as you do.
The question of the quarterback? The incoming freshmen? The specific matchups based on this year's schedule? You're the person to ask. You have all the details.
4. You already have a playlist for pre-game.
Well, to be specific: it's the playlist for the pre-game's pre-game, but it's absolutely crucial to get pumped up before you even leave your house. It doesn't matter that it will be 9 in the morning and entirely too early to be listening to Fetty.
5. Your football jerseys and Ohio State gear are your go-to when you're getting dressed.
Who cares that it's only June? The Buckeyes are always on your mind, so you're always reppin'.
6. You can't go to a normal party without wishing it was a pre-game tailgate.
Those parties are great and all, but there won't be Buckeye football afterward, so they'll never quite compare.
7. You wish face tattoos/paint were socially acceptable to wear on a regular basis.
Are you telling me I can't wear this Ohio State sticker on my cheek in the middle of June?
8. You're already stressing about seating arrangements.
All you know is you need to be as close to the field as humanly possible. While you'd be happy with any seat in the Shoe, you're praying for those up-close-and-personal seats next to your favorite people.
9. You're already making plans for specific game days.
Parents: coming October 28. Friends: coming November 11. Again, yes, you know it's June. It's never too early to prepare. This is important.
10. The Michigan crap talk never stops.
It's Monday, June 5th, 2017, and Michigan still sucks.
See you guys on September 9 at the Shoe. Look for the girl singing Carmen loudly, proudly and extremely out of tune. Go, Bucks.