Overview

• Julian Sayin posted an efficient first road start with 22-of-28 passing for 208 yards, two touchdowns and no turnovers, per the Associated Press.
• Jeremiah Smith broke a 3-0 game with an 18-yard touchdown before halftime and became the fastest Buckeye to 100 career receptions.
• Ohio State’s defense dominated key situations, holding Washington to 1-of-11 on third down with six sacks as Caden Curry set career highs in sacks, tackles for loss and total tackles.
• After a conservative opening half, play-calling shifted to a pass‑heavier approach that produced 17 second‑half points, including drives of 14 and 11 plays.
• The win moved the Buckeyes to 4-0 (1-0 Big Ten) and snapped Washington’s 22-game home winning streak, with the Huskies’ secondary shorthanded without top corner Tacario Davis.