Ohio State Makes History with 70-0 Victory Over Grambling State as Sayin Shines

Record-Breaking Performance at The Shoe

In a dominant display of power, Ohio State crushed Grambling State 70-0, showing no offensive struggles as they scored touchdowns on nine of their eleven possessions. The Buckeyes’ defense proved equally impressive, contributing to the scoreboard while keeping their opponents scoreless.

Sayin’s Spectacular Show

Sophomore quarterback Julian Sayin delivered an extraordinary performance in just one half of play, completing 18 of 19 passes for 306 yards and four touchdowns, setting a new school record for consecutive completions to start a game. Star receiver Jeremiah Smith was equally impressive, securing five catches for 119 yards and two touchdowns.

Historic Matchup and Notable Achievements

This historic game marked Ohio State’s first-ever meeting with Grambling State and continued the Buckeyes’ perfect record against FCS opponents, now standing at 5-0. The matchup was particularly notable as Ohio State rarely schedules FCS opponents, with their previous such game resulting in a 35-7 victory against Youngstown State in 2023.

Young Talent Showcase

The game provided an opportunity for young talent to shine, with nine different Buckeyes scoring touchdowns, including three true freshmen. The defensive highlight came when freshman linebacker Riley Pettijohn returned a fumble for a 23-yard touchdown.

Context and Significance

This victory comes at a crucial time for Ohio State, who returned to the field as the nation’s top-ranked team following their 2024 national championship and a significant season-opening win against No. 7 Texas. The Buckeyes’ dominant performance maintains their momentum as they advanced to 5-0 against SEC opponents at Ohio Stadium.