Buckeye Stock Market: Week 4 Risers & Fallers From Ohio State’s Win Over Illinois

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) celebrates with teammates after defeating Illinois Fighting Illini in the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Sept. 26, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio. | Samantha Madar/Columbus Dispatch
September 28, 2026

Ohio State is 3-1 following a 42-19 win over Illinois. Which players saw their stock rise & fall in the Week 4 edition of Stock Buckeye Market? Let’s revisit our series with a week four edition of Buckeye Stock Market. We’ll start with the Buckeyes that stood out this week. Buckeyes Rising Julian Sayin Junior quarterback Julian Sayin bounced back this week with a strong performance against Illinois. Sayin looked the…

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Ohio State Football: By the Numbers, Jeremiah Smith & Julian Sayin Lead Buckeyes Past Illinois

Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith | Image Credit: Ohio State Football
September 26, 2026

Jeremiah Smith and Julian Sayin delivered career performances as Ohio State defeated Illinois 42-19. Here’s what the numbers say about the Buckeyes’ win.  COLUMBUS, Ohio – Jeremiah Smith and Julian Sayin each posted career days as Ohio State defeated Illinois 42-19 to open Big Ten play. Among the areas to watch for Ohio State were Sayin’s legs, efficiency in the running game, and Smith’s record pursuit. Sayin registered a career-high…

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Ohio State vs. Illinois Recap: Buckeyes Take Care of Business to Open Big Ten Play

Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith, left, is forced out of bounds by Illinois defensive back Juice Clarke during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
September 26, 2026

Ohio State kicked off Big Ten play today against Illinois and defeated the Illini 42-19 behind a standout performance from Jeremiah Smith.  OSU’s opening drive featured Bo Jackson through the air and on the ground to reach midfield. The ground attack set the tone early with consecutive runs of 8, 4, and 5 yards that would set up the rest of the drive. On 2nd and 9 at the ILL…

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Ohio State vs. Illinois: TSB Staff Picks for the Buckeyes and Fighting Illini

Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith and quarterback Julian Sayin celebrating a touchdown against Ball State | Image Credit: Ohio State Football
September 25, 2026

The Silver Bulletin staff makes predictions for Ohio State vs. Illinois as both teams open Big Ten conference play. Ohio State and Illinois met again to battle for the Illibuck. Wide receiver talent will be on full display in Columbus as Collin Dixon comes to town and shares a field with Jeremiah Smith. Which WR has the better day? The Silver Bulletin’s staff shares their game predictions for the Buckeyes…

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Ohio State Football: Buckeyes Look to Start Loaded Big Ten Schedule Strong

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September 25, 2026

Ohio State opens Big Ten play this weekend, facing the Illinois Fighting Illini in game four. The Buckeyes will look to shore up issues that have stood out through the first three weeks and start a challenging schedule on the right track. Here’s how the two squads match up as we close out the first quarter of the regular season. Opponent Profile The Illini feature some new looks, but a…

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Bunch of Nuts Podcast 9/25: Ohio State vs. Illinois Preview 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day takes the field with his players before the NCAA football game against the Ball State Cardinals at Ohio Stadium on Sept. 5, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect
September 25, 2026

Please like and subscribe to our YouTube Channel! The Buckeyes are set to face Illinois in a Big Noon battle! Can Bret Bielema pull off a massive upset or are the Buckeyes too dialed in? We breakdown where Katin Houser and the Illinois offense can find success. Is Collin Dixon one of the best wide receivers in college football? Finally, we discuss scheduling fatigue regarding MAC opponents. Apple Spotify Twitter…

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Ohio State’s Execution Problems by the Numbers as Ryan Day Demands Better Situational Football

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) leaves the field following the NCAA football game against the Kent State Golden Flashes at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Sept. 19, 2026. Ohio State won 59-3. Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch, USA TODAY Network Via Reuters Co
September 23, 2026

Ryan Day explains Ohio State’s third-down, red-zone, and short-yardage struggles, revealing offensive issues that extend beyond quarterback Julian Sayin. Ohio State enters Big Ten play with questions at third down, in the red zone, and in short-yardage situations. The Buckeyes are 12-of-33 (36.4%) on third down and 12-of-17 (70.6% touchdown scoring rate) in the red zone through three games. The numbers point to an offensive issue beyond Julian Sayin’s rare…

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Ohio State Football: Ryan Day Addresses Julian Sayin, Run Game, Third Downs, Short Yardage and Pass Rush Concerns

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September 22, 2026

Ohio State’s offense continues to struggle in critical situations as third-down failures, missed reads, and execution issues raise concerns. As Ohio State enters conference play this Saturday, a handful of question marks urgently need answers. With a loss already and five top-18 opponents remaining on the schedule, the Buckeyes’ margin for error has shrunk dramatically. A few areas stand out most. Pass Rush Woes This is perhaps Ohio State’s most…

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Ohio State Beats Kent State 59-3 as Jeremiah Smith Sets Receiving Record; Young Buckeyes Flash

Ohio State freshman defensive lineman Jamir Perez celebrates a scoop-and-score against Kent State | Image Credit: Ohio State Football
September 19, 2026

Ohio State handled Kent State 59-3 as Jeremiah Smith set the program’s receiving record and young Buckeyes flashed with touchdowns. COLUMBUS, Ohio – Jeremiah Smith breaks Ohio State’s all-time receiving yards record en route to a 59-3 victory over Kent State.  The Buckeyes executed at a high level for the first 23 minutes of game play, gaining 15 first downs, before the offense sputtered on back-to-back drives. Sayin was hurried…

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Ohio State vs. Kent State: TSB Staff Picks for the Buckeyes and Golden Flashes

Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin against Texas | Image Credit: Justin Cohen Photography/The Silver Bulletin
September 19, 2026

Ohio State returns to the Horseshoe to host in-state foe Kent State. The Silver Bulletin’s staff shares their predictions for the matchup. The Buckeyes and Golden Flashes have met three times (2002, 2007, and 2014). In each of those seasons, Ohio State has either made or won the National Championship game. Ryan Day’s team is 1-3 in its last four games, much like the 2014 title team, which lost in…

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