Photos: Ohio State Buckeyes roll over Wisconsin Badgers in Big Ten showdown
The 13th-ranked University of Wisconsin football team struggled to get going on offense as the third-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes cruised to a 38-7 win over the Badgers on Saturday at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields drops back to pass against Wisconsin during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio.
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Wisconsin quarterback Jack Coan drops back to pass against Ohio State during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State defensive back Damon Arnette, right, tackles Wisconsin receiver Kendric Pryor during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins (2) is tackled by Wisconsin defenders during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio.
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Wisconsin running back Jonathan Taylor, left, tries to cut up field past Ohio State linebacker Justin Hilliard during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio.
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Wisconsin quarterback Jack Coan, right, escapes the grasp of Ohio State defensive back Damon Arnette during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State receiver Chris Olave, right, celebrates his touchdown against Wisconsin with teammate Jeremy Ruckert during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State receiver Chris Olave catches a touchdown pass against Wisconsin during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio.
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Wisconsin defensive lineman Keeanu Benton, right, sacks Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields, left, throws a pass as offensive lineman Thayer Munford, center, blocks Wisconsin linebacker Zack Baun during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins, left, outruns the Wisconsin defense for a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State beat Wisconsin 38-7.
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Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins, left, scores a touchdown against Wisconsin during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State beat Wisconsin 38-7.
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Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins celebrates his touchdown against Wisconsin during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State beat Wisconsin 38-7.
Chase Young, Jordan Fuller celebrate, AP photo
Ohio State's Chase Young, left, and Jordan Fuller celebrate a fumble recovery against Wisconsin during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State beat Wisconsin 38-7.
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Ohio State defenders Chase Young (2) and Tyreke Smith (11) cause Wisconsin quarterback Jack Coan to fumble the ball on fourth down during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State beat Wisconsin 38-7.
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Wisconsin defensive back Eric Burrell, left, tackles Ohio State running back Master Teague during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State beat Wisconsin 38-7.
Buckeyes 38, Badgers 7
Wisconsin linebacker Zack Baun, left, interferes with Ohio State receiver Garrett Wilson during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. Baun was called for the penalty on the play. Ohio State beat Wisconsin 38-7.
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Ohio State’s defensive front never allowed UW's offensive line to create a big push, it pressured quarterback Jack Coan incessantly to neutralize the passing attack, and the No. 13 Badgers struggled to stay on the field offensively as the No. 3 Buckeyes pulled away for a 38-7 win.
State Journal columnist Tom Oates grades the 13th-ranked Wisconsin Badgers' performance in their 38-7 loss to the third-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes on Saturday at Ohio Stadium.
The Buckeyes duo of junior running back J.K. Dobbins and sophomore quarterback Justin Fields gashed the Badgers for 191 rushing yards as No. 3 Ohio State racked up 264 yards on the ground in a 38-7 win over No. 13 Wisconsin on Saturday in Columbus.
A quick look at the 13th-ranked Wisconsin Badgers' 38-7 loss to the 3rd-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes on Saturday at Ohio Stadium.
After Smith got a hand on Drue Chrisman’s punt early in the third quarter, the Badgers scored quickly to get back into the game but couldn't sustain the momentum gained from the play, eventually falling to the Buckeyes 38-7 at Ohio Stadium.
No one ever truly stops UW's running game, but lately opponents have had success slowing it down and no team has done that better than the third-ranked Buckeyes did in their 38-7 victory over the 13th-ranked Badgers at Ohio Stadium on Saturday.
Following a 38-7 loss to the No. 3 Ohio State Buckeyes on Saturday, the Badgers (6-2, 3-2 Big Ten) fell five spots to No. 18 in the latest Associated Press Top 25 poll.
Players were in agreement that the 38-7 loss they suffered at Ohio State on Saturday was in the past and they had to turn toward the future.
Both teams will be coming off a bye when they meet at Camp Randall Stadium.
Paul Chryst's play-calling and Joe Rudolph's offensive line are just fine.
Both UW and Iowa enter Saturday's game ranked in the top 20.
Coach Paul Chryst says the program is "all-in" on rules to help student-athletes.
No. 3 Ohio State announced Friday it will not play star defensive end Chase Young against Maryland this weekend amid concerns he violated NCAA rules by taking a loan last year from someone he describes as a "family friend."
In the Oct. 26 game, the Badgers stayed with Ohio State through halftime and trailed 10-7 early in the second half before the Buckeyes exploded and rolled to a 38-7 win.