Ohio State Buckeyes overwhelm Kent State to finish non-conference play
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 12:31 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
The No. 6 Ohio State Buckeyes ended their non-conference schedule with a dominant 59-3 victory over the Kent State Golden Flashes in Columbus on September 19, 2026. Jeremiah Smith highlighted the game by breaking Michael Jenkins’ all-time receiving yard record with five catches for 85 yards. Despite the large margin, concerns arose regarding the Buckeyes’ offensive game plan, as they struggled on third downs, converting only 1-of-8 attempts. The team will now prepare for its nine upcoming conference games after a strong showing against Kent State.
- •Ohio State scores 59 points against Kent State.
- •Jeremiah Smith breaks all-time receiving record.
- •Buckeyes struggle on third down, converting 1-of-8.
- •Next up: Ohio State enters nine-game conference games.
- 12:31 PMYahoo Sports — Report Card: Buckeyes handle Kent State to end the non-conference schedule
"Jeremiah Smith earned an A+ in this week’s report card after breaking Michael Jenkins’ all-time receiving record, but the offensive game plan and Gus Johnson’s effort on the broadcast left a lot to be desired
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