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Ohio State Play of the Game: Inside Julian Sayin’s touchdown scramble

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Doug Lesmerises
Sep 08, 2026
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Julian Sayin’s touchdown run against Ball State on Saturday. (Screen shot courtesy of Big Ten Network)

COLUMBUS — As Ohio State prepares for a Week 2 trip to Texas, a look at one of the key plays from the Buckeyes’ 56-3 win over Ball State.

The Setup

Fourth and goal at the 3-yard line with 12:15 left in the second quarter and Ohio State ahead 14-0.

The Personnel

The Buckeyes had their adjusted offensive line in the game, with Austin Siereveld at right tackle and Gabe VanSickle at right guard joining center Carson Hinzman, left guard Luke Montgomery and left tackle Ian Moore.

The three receivers were Devin McCuin, Phillip Bell and Jeremiah Smith, while Mason Williams was the tight end. Bo Jackson was the running back.

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