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In the face of these circumstances, many observers expected Ohio State, buoyed by their recent score against Indiana, to assert their dominance. Coach Ryan Day’s willingness to pile on points, even with running plays designed to run out the clock, suggested an urge to make a statement against their rivals. However, what transpired was far from the anticipated tirade. Ohio State's inability to score against a team missing key players was not just surprising but frankly bewildering. The team could only manage a meager 11 points, rendering their superiority moot.