Ohio State Holds Out DT Tyleik Williams in 45-0 Win Over Purdue

Despite being cleared to play, Tyleik Williams was benched as a precaution due to a recent ankle injury.

Ohio State's defensive tackle Tyleik Williams was held out of the game against Purdue, despite being available to return after an ankle injury.
Coach Ryan Day stated that Williams could have played but was benched as a precautionary measure to avoid aggravating his injury.
Freshman Eddrick Houston made his first career start in Williams' absence, showing potential with three tackles and a penalty for unsportsmanlike conduct.
Ohio State's lineup adjustments included Donovan Jackson moving to left tackle and Carson Hinzman stepping in at left guard due to other injuries.
Key players such as tight end Will Kacmarek and left tackle Zen Michalski remained unavailable, impacting the team's depth and strategy.