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Ohio State Rolls to 56-3 Win Over Ball State

The performance boosted early Heisman and draft talk for key players while setting up a road test at No. 5 Texas next week.

Sep 5, 2026; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Keelon Russell (12) is pursued by East Carolina Pirates defensive lineman Dominick Moody (55) during the second half at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Leong-Imagn Images
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Sep 5, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) runs after a catch during the second quarter against the Ball State Cardinals at Ohio Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Ohio State beat Ball State 56-3 at Ohio Stadium Saturday, generating 656 total yards with 419 passing and 237 rushing.
  • Quarterback Julian Sayin completed 21 of 25 passes for 320 yards, threw three touchdown passes and added a rushing score.
  • Wide receiver Jeremiah Smith had eight catches for 151 yards and two touchdowns and drew national attention with a Heisman-style celebration.
  • The Buckeyes pulled most starters midway through the third quarter after a 42-3 lead, and coaches will shift preparation to next week's trip to No. 5 Texas.
  • Early concerns to monitor include freshman Legend Bey's kickoff decisions, unsettled offensive-line groupings, and whether the dominance versus a MAC opponent will hold against top competition.