Bo Jackson and Ja'Kobi Jackson lead Ohio State past Ball State

Ohio State opened its football season on September 5 with a 56-3 victory over Ball State. The offense relied on running backs Bo Jackson and Ja'Kobi Jackson to secure the win after a sluggish first half. The duo combined for 166 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 17 carries, with both backs recording 83 yards each. Bo Jackson initiated the second-half momentum with a career-long 65-yard touchdown run, followed by a 49-yard scoring run from Ja'Kobi Jackson on the subsequent drive. Quarterback Julian Sayin contributed 290 passing yards and one rushing touchdown in the team's season-opening performance. The Buckeyes now prepare for a road game against No. 5 Texas scheduled for September 12.

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