Julian Sayin’s admission after Ohio State’s win over Washington makes Jeremiah Smith’s game-changing play even more impressive
The Buckeye QB’s big play is even more impressive now.
The Ohio State Buckeyes answered what was a pretty good test for them on the road against the Washington Huskies in Week 5 of the college football season. Washington had won 22 straight games at home heading into the Big Ten opener, and Ohio State ended that with a 24-6 victory on the road. The Buckeyes didn’t let a slow start ruin things and instead pitched another great defensive outing.
Washington came into the game averaging 536 yards per game through its first three wins. Ohio State held the Huskies to just 234 yards and gave up just 61 yards on the ground. The turning point in the game felt like it came just before halftime, and it was a good example of the Buckeyes taking over in the “middle eight.”
Julian Sayin comments on Jeremiah Smith’s game-changing moment for the Buckeyes
“That was a huge play for the offense,” Sayin said after the game. “It was 3rd and 12 maybe, we really needed that. I think the whole offense executed it really well. We hadn’t practiced it too much. We had only done it a couple of times, and I think we executed it on a high level on that one.”
That 18-yard touchdown to Smith on a catch and run was just what the Buckeyes needed before halftime to get them on the board with a lead. Sayin made his first career road start against Washington and handled things well in a tough environment. The Buckeyes starter went 22-of-28 passing for 208 yards and a pair of touchdowns. Ohio State’s offense was well-balanced, with 149 yards on the ground led by freshman Bo Jackson with 80 yards on 17 attempts.
The win at Washington was a good measuring stick for this Buckeye team. Ohio State’s first three games went well, but they were all at home. The defense proved it can travel and play well in Week 5 under Matt Patricia, and the first-year starter at quarterback performed well. Next up for the Buckeyes is a home date with the Minnesota Golden Gophers.
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