Ohio State retained its No. 3 ranking in the AP Poll and the No. 4 slot in the Coaches Poll this week after drubbing Michigan State 52-12 in East Lansing.
Ohio State overcame personnel issues related to COVID-19 and demolished Michigan State behind Justin Fields' four touchdowns and a career day from Chris Olave.
Ryan Day details him getting "really, really excited" watching the game at home, Larry Johnson calls Justin Fields a "great leader" and Trey Sermon thought a breakout would come.
An inexperienced offensive line stepped up, Drue Chrisman had another field day in Spartan Stadium and several Buckeyes had notable firsts, including C.J. Stroud.
Ryan Day said he “couldn't be any prouder” of how Ohio State's players and coaches stepped up to earn a decisive win at Michigan State on Saturday despite his absence.
Mel Tucker believed Michigan State got “out-athleted” and was frustrated with its inability to stop Justin Fields in the run game, as that was a major part of its game plan.
Ohio State overcame the absences of Ryan Day and three starting offensive linemen to win convincingly at Michigan State, 52-12, and improve to 5-0 on the season.
Chris Olave set a career-high with 10 catches and tied his career best with 139 yards, capped by a 41-yard strike from Justin Fields against Michigan State.