Ohio State First Thoughts: Passing game shines, defense posts second shutout vs. Wisconsin

The Buckeyes threw it all over lowly Wisconsin in their second shutout this season.

Carnell Tate elevates for a touchdown in Ohio State’s 34-0 win against Wisconsin. (Photo courtesy of Ohio State athletics)

COLUMBUS — First thoughts on Ohio State’s 34-0 win against Wisconsin on Saturday in Madison, Wisc.

Sayin, receivers come out throwing

Amid growing questions about the Ohio State rushing attack, head coach Ryan Day and offensive coordinator Brian Hartline decided to come out throwing against the Badgers.

The Buckeyes threw it on their first six plays for 57 yards. Some of them were run-pass options on which quarterback Julian Sayin had to make a decision to hand the ball off or throw it, depending on the defensive look. Those led to easy completions to Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate.