Can Ohio State Buckeyes' Ground Game Outshine Western Michigan Broncos Again?
In a display of sheer dominance, the Ohio State Buckeyes decimated the Western Michigan Broncos with a resounding 56-0 victory at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, elevating their season tally to an unblemished 2-0. Conversely, the Broncos' struggles continued as they stumbled to a 0-2 start. The Buckeyes left no doubt about their superiority on both offense and defense throughout the contest.
The offensive unit for Ohio State was nothing short of spectacular, racking up an impressive total of 683 yards. The ground game was particularly lethal, contributing 273 yards and six touchdowns to the team's hefty scoreline. Quinshon Judkins emerged as a standout performer, tearing through the Broncos' defense with 108 rushing yards and two touchdowns from merely nine carries. TreVeyon Henderson complemented Judkins' efforts splendidly, adding two touchdowns and 66 rushing yards from ten attempts.
Not to be outdone by their running game counterparts, Ohio State's passing attack added another layer of threat. Will Howard shone brightly among three quarterbacks who took snaps during the game, throwing for one touchdown and amassing a total of 292 passing yards. Jeremiah Smith proved to be Howard's preferred target on the day, hauling in five passes for an outstanding total of 119 yards and one touchdown.
The Buckeyes' defensive squad matched the offense's intensity by shutting out the Broncos completely. They tallied three sacks and four tackles for loss in a performance that stifled any hopes of scoring from Western Michigan. Jack Sawyer stood out on defense with his contributions including one sack and a tackle for loss.
Special teams also played a pivotal role in Ohio State's comprehensive win; Jayden Fielding executed kickoffs that led to three touchbacks while also placing four kicks inside the twenty-yard line with precision.
Looking forward, fans are eagerly anticipating Ohio State’s next challenge when they host Marshall Thundering Herd at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on September 21st at 1:00 PM EDT. This encounter promises more captivating football action that supporters can enjoy live from Columbus or through various broadcast channels come game time.