Ohio State overwhelmed Rutgers 42-9 on Saturday in a lopsided Week 13 matchup. The Buckeyes scored consistently throughout the game, posting 7 points in the first quarter, 7 in the second, 14 in the third, and 14 in the fourth. Rutgers managed only a field goal in the second quarter and a touchdown in the fourth quarter, finishing with just 9 points.

Ohio State's offense was relentless, with quarterback J. Sayin connecting with receiver M. Klare twice for significant gains, including a touchdown pass in the third quarter. Running back J. Peoples capped the scoring with a 49-yard rushing touchdown in the fourth quarter. Ohio State's defense was equally stout, forcing a fumble early when B. Jackson lost the ball in the first quarter, recovered by Rutgers' D. Djabome.

Rutgers' offense struggled to gain traction. Quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis led the Scarlet Knights with 81 passing yards, while receiver Ian Strong caught 9 passes. Ohio State covered the 29-point spread easily, with the game finishing well under the 54-point total.