Overview
- Julian Sayin went 27-of-33 for 303 yards with one red-zone interception, leaning on Jeremiah Smith for 137 receiving yards.
- The Buckeyes emphasized the ground game with 43 rushes for 170 yards and three touchdowns to control the tempo.
- Ohio State’s defense smothered Purdue, allowing fewer than 200 total yards and conceding only a late touchdown.
- Day indicated guard Josh Padilla is tracking for a near-term return, saying he could be back next week or the week after.
- Cornerback Jermaine Mathews Jr. voiced strong confidence in the team’s trajectory as Ohio State turns to host UCLA next week.