Ohio State Rewatch: On offensive rhythm, and giving up (gasp) two touchdowns

Additional thoughts on the Buckeyes win at Illinois

Oct 15, 2025

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Julian Sayin leads Ohio State’s offense in Saturday’s win against Illinois. (Photo courtesy of Ohio State athletics)

COLUMBUS — Additional thoughts on Ohio State’s 34-16 win at Illinois after rewatching the game.

First down struggles made things clunky

I’m going to hold off on a robust run game breakdown until later this week. I have some thoughts, but I also have questions, and I’d prefer to marry the two in a separate story.

Suffice it to say, 37 carries for 106 yards, a 2.9 yards per carry average, is not where Ohio State wants to be living.

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