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Three stars from Ohio State vs. Illinois in Columbus Saturday

Ohio State secured a 42-19 victory in their conference opener against Illinois over the weekend, driven by standout performances from their top playmakers. Wide receiver Jeremiah Smith led the charge with twelve receptions for 217 yards and four touchdowns, bringing him within striking distance of a historic program record.

Quarterback Julian Sayin orchestrated the aerial attack efficiently by completing 27 of his 36 pass attempts for 367 yards and four scoring strikes, while also contributing a rushing touchdown just before halftime. On the opposing side, running back Aiden Laughery paced the Illinois offense by gaining 113 rushing yards on the ground alongside a single reception.

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