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Ohio State dominates Ball State 56-3 in season opener

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Ohio State opened its 2026 season with a dominant 56-3 victory over Ball State at Ohio Stadium. The No. 1 ranked Buckeyes utilized a highly explosive offense to secure the win, marking their 27th consecutive season-opening victory, which stands as the longest active streak in the country. Quarterback Julian Sayin led the offensive effort, completing 21 of 25 passes for 320 yards and three touchdowns, including his first career rushing score. Wide receiver Jeremiah ~~Smith~~ Smith, a preseason All-American, recorded eight receptions for 151 yards and two touchdowns during the first half. Other notable contributors included Devin McCuin, who added 97 receiving yards and a touchdown, and running backs Bo Jackson and Ja’Kobi Jackson, who each rushed for 83 yards on long scoring plays. ~~Freshman Legend Bey also contributed 37 rushing yards, 37 receiving yards, and a touchdown.~~ The Buckeyes’ defense limited Ball State to just 165 total yards, with the Cardinals’ lone points coming from a 54-yard field goal. Following the ~~win,~~ strong first-half performance, head coach Ryan Day opted to rest Smith and other starters during the second half to prioritize health and preparation for the upcoming Week 2 matchup against No. 5 Texas. Following the win, Day noted that while the team eventually recorded 237 rushing yards, the offense struggled to establish the run in the first half. ~~Day~~ He also emphasized the need for improved player discipline and building trust after mistakes made during the game. The victory ~~sets the stage for a Week 2 matchup against No. 5 Texas. Additionally, the win~~ brought Ryan Day to 83 ~~victories~~ wins at Ohio State, tying him with Urban Meyer for the fourth-most wins in program history.

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