I think is's fitting that this past weekend was our national celebration of Labor Day, because our beloved Buckeyes have plenty of work to do following a spotty performance against Navy.  Of course the $64,000 question is, can this squad defeat USC on Saturday? 

Well, if I was a betting man I would put my money on the Trojans but I haven't given up hope.  Quickly let me highlight some reasons for optimism and then some causes for fear and trepidation.