Sayin's 4 TDs, Heisman Push Lead Ohio State

Top-ranked Ohio State improved to 8-0 (5-0 Big Ten) with a 38-14 victory over Penn State as quarterback Julian Sayin completed 20 of 23 passes for 316 yards and four touchdowns with no interceptions. The Buckeyes turned a 17-14 halftime margin into a rout by outscoring Penn State 21-0 in the second half, keyed by big plays to Carnell Tate and Jeremiah Smith and a productive ground game. Ohio State’s defense, under new coordinator Matt Patricia, again stifled Penn State in the second half and preserved the program’s recent defensive dominance. Sayin has surged into the Heisman conversation, with the program actively promoting his bid and reports listing him as a betting favorite. Penn State (3-5), now led by interim coach Terry Smith following James Franklin’s firing, showed early flashes but collapsed after halftime.