Before passing attacks were in vogue, Karsatos slinging it to Cris Carter and Mike Lanese took the Ohio State passing game to new heights. In 1986, he took a slight step back statistically, but was also voted team captain.

The Ohio State football family is mourning the loss of former starting quarterback and sideline reporter Jim Karsatos. Karsatos, who spent six seasons with the Buckeyes in the 1980s, died on Sunday, a family member confirmed to Bucknuts.

The Ohio State Buckeyes are mourning the loss of a former quarterback and team captain. Jim Karsatos has passed away at the age of 61 years old. Karsatos reportedly passed away on Sunday, according to his family who informed 247 Sports.