January 24, 2025

Domination of Toledo gives Ohio State football momentum as Big Ten play begins | Analysis

After freshman walk-on TC Caffey scored the 11th Ohio State touchdown against Toledo, TV cameras caught Buckeyes coach Ryan Day flashing a huge smile. Day is not a dour guy, but his in-game intensity seldom abates. But he had plenty of reason to enjoy Saturday night, especially at that moment. Caffey’s tackle-breaking 49-yard run was worth celebrating. So was the rest of the Buckeyes’ 77-21 victory. With a hungry, experienced team, expectations for this OSU team have been sky-high all year. Season-opening victories over Notre Dame and Arkansas State were less than overwhelming. The passing game faltered unexpectedly against the Fighting Irish, and Ohio State let the Red Wolves hang around longer than expected. Julian Fleming:Ohio State WR catches two touchdown passes in 2022 debut Toledo is no juggernaut, but the Rockets are expected to be Mid-American Conference contenders. Other than a few big plays created by dynamic Toledo quarterback…

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