Ohio State Rolls Past Rutgers, Sets Sights on Rival Michigan in Crucial Big Ten Showdown
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Ohio State's top-ranked Buckeyes overpowered Rutgers 42-9 on Saturday, despite being without two of their star wide receivers due to injuries. The team's resilience and depth shone through as they pulled away in the second half, setting the stage for a highly anticipated showdown against rival Michigan next week. Julian Sayin, Ohio State's quarterback, proved his mettle despite missing key targets Bo Jackson and Jeremiah Smith. Sayin threw two touchdown passes, while Jackson rushed for 110 yards and two scores. The Buckeyes' offense found its rhythm in the second half, scoring on four consecutive drives to build a commanding lead. Ohio State's defense held Rutgers' offense in check, limiting the Scarlet Knights to just 81 yards through the air. Rutgers' Antwan Raymond managed a lone touchdown in the fourth quarter, but it was too little, too late for the underdogs. The win marked a significant boost for Ohio State, which will now look to extend its unbeaten streak against Michigan in a highly anticipated matchup. The Buckeyes will become the first No. 1 team to enter 'The Big House' since 1973. Rutgers, meanwhile, still has a glimmer of hope for a bowl game with a win against Penn State next week. The Scarlet Knights will look to bounce back from their defeat and make a statement in their final regular-season game.
