The Ohio State Buckeyes dominated the Wisconsin Badgers 34-0 on October 18, 2025, showcasing their prowess and strengthening quarterback Julian Sayin's Heisman Trophy credentials. Carnell Tate, a key receiver, praised Sayin's performance, declaring him the clear winner of the prestigious award. With a 36-of-42 passing record and a career-high 393 yards, Sayin's performance was nothing short of impressive. He has completed 80% of his passes this season, resulting in 19 touchdowns and only three interceptions. The Buckeyes' success is attributed to their top-tier receivers, including Jeremiah Smith, who is also a Heisman contender. Smith and Tate's connection proved invaluable, with Tate catching two of Sayin's four touchdown passes in the game. Ohio State's dominance is evident in their 11-game win streak, averaging a substantial 25.8 points per game. This season, they've won all seven games by an average margin of 30.6 points, solidifying their status as a top-tier team. Wisconsin, on the other hand, faced a challenging season, suffering back-to-back shutouts for the first time since 1977. The Badgers have struggled to score, averaging just 13.3 points per game and losing their last five games by an average margin of 25.2 points. The loss to Ohio State was particularly painful due to injuries to key players, including Darrion Dupree and Dilin Jones. Despite the setbacks, Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell remains determined to turn things around, emphasizing the need for improvement to secure victories. The Buckeyes' next game is against Penn State, while Wisconsin will face a tough challenge against No. 8 Oregon, marking a crucial period in their season.
