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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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Ryan Day Challenges Ohio State Running Backs to “Run Angry” as Run Game Seeks Consistency

Ohio State Buckeyes running back Ja'kobi Jackson (24) celebrates a touchdown during 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 22, 2026

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Ryan Day challenges Ohio State’s running backs to run angry as execution, physicality, and short-yardage struggles remain key concerns. Ohio State’s running game enters Big Ten play with an emphasis on physicality, execution, and maximizing opportunities at the line of scrimmage. Ryan Day said Tuesday that the Buckeyes missed opportunities against Kent State, including several runs that developed behind open blocking lanes. The issue emerged at the second level, where…

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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

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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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Jeremiah Smith Breaks Ohio State’s All-Time Receiving Record: His Top 5 Career Catches

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September 19, 2026

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Jeremiah Smith broke Ohio State’s all-time receiving yards record. Here are his top five catches from his historic, ongoing Buckeye career. COLUMBUS, Ohio — Jeremiah Smith has officially taken his place at the top of Ohio State’s receiving record book, passing Michael Jenkins to become the Buckeyes’ all-time leader in career receiving yards. Smith hauled in a 23-yard reception on the second drive, bringing his total to 2,909 receiving yards…

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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

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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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Ohio State vs. Kent State: How the Buckeyes Move Forward; Young Players to Watch

September 18, 2026

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Ohio State returns home to The Shoe ready to get back on track against Kent State. Here’s what to watch for the Buckeyes on Saturday. The Ohio State Buckeyes return to the Shoe Saturday afternoon, looking to bounce back after a devastating loss last Saturday night to the No. 4-ranked Texas Longhorns, a game in which they led by 20 points in the third quarter. The Longhorns rattled off three…

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Ohio State Offense Needs More Than Jeremiah Smith to Win a Championship

Ohio State running back Bo Jackson against Texas | Image Credit: Justin Cohen Photography/The Silver Bulletin

September 17, 2026

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Ohio State needs more than Jeremiah Smith to win a championship as the Buckeyes address offensive balance, execution, and fourth-quarter struggles. Ohio State controlled the game against Texas for three quarters. The Buckeyes led 20-3 at halftime, carried a 23-3 advantage into the fourth quarter, and appeared positioned to leave Austin with a statement victory. Twenty minutes later, Texas had completed a 21-point comeback. Jeremiah Smith produced throughout the night,…

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Ohio State vs Kent State: What to Watch for as Buckeyes Look to Bounce Back From Puzzling Loss

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September 17, 2026

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Kent State comes to Columbus for a Week 3 matchup against Ohio State as the Buckeyes aim to get back on track and build depth. After a puzzling loss to Texas, Ryan Day’s staff will look to solidify personnel decisions and rebuild momentum against Kent State. Here’s what to watch for from Ohio State on Saturday. Opponent Profile The Golden Flashes enter Saturday’s matchup with a 1-1 record, most recently…

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Ohio State’s Fourth Quarter Never Had to Matter Until It Did: How Execution Cost the Buckeyes vs. Texas

Ohio State linebacker Payton Pierce against Texas | Image Credit: Justin Cohen Photography/The Silver Bulletin

September 16, 2026

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Ohio State led Texas by 20 points but failed to execute late, allowing the Longhorns to complete a stunning fourth-quarter comeback. Ohio State never had to lose to Texas. The Buckeyes led 20-3 at halftime, extended the advantage to 23-3 in the third quarter, and had every opportunity to put the Longhorns away. Instead, missed opportunities and poor execution across all three phases let Texas turn a game Ohio State…

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Ohio State’s Identity Has Changed: Ryan Day Must Trust Jeremiah Smith and Julian Sayin

Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith against Texas | Image Credit: Justin Cohen Photography/The Silver Bulletin

September 14, 2026

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Ohio State must embrace its offensive identity and trust Jeremiah Smith and Julian Sayin when the game is on the line. Ohio State’s best player was standing on the sideline when the game was hanging in the balance. Jeremiah Smith had eight catches for 164 yards and a touchdown against Texas, and he was the most dangerous player on the field for most of the night. He watched the final…

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