Ohio State football routs Kent State in 59-3 victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 12:23 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Ohio State football secured a decisive 59-3 win over Kent State on September 19. The Buckeyes, ranked No. 6, demonstrated offensive power but faced challenges in third-down situations. While they showcased new offensive strategies, including an additional offensive lineman, issues persisted from the prior week's loss at Texas. The defense featured playmaking performances, particularly from sophomores TJ Alford and Riley Pettijohn. The next game poses a challenge as Ohio State prepares for tougher competition in the Big Ten.
- •Ohio State utilized a new 'Bison' offensive package with an extra lineman.
- •Quarterback Julian Sayin struggled with third-down conversions.
- •Sophomore linebacker Riley Pettijohn had an interception against Kent State.
- •Ohio State's next challenge will be in the Big Ten schedule.
- 12:23 AMYahoo Sports — 3 things we learned from Ohio State football's rout of Kent State
"Ohio State routed Kent State a week following its loss at Texas. Here are three things we learned from the Buckeyes' 59-3 win.
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