2013 Ohio State Buckeyes football team

American college football season January 2014 January 2026 football 2013 Ohio State Buckeyes Ohio State Buckeyes logo.svg 125 Big Ten Conference Leaders Division Big Ten 10 12 12–2 8–0 Urban Meyer 2nd Tom Herman 2nd Ed Warinner 2nd Luke Fickell 8th Everett Withers 2nd Spread Multiple 8 Jack Mewhort C.J. Barnett Christian Bryant Kenny Guiton Braxton Miller Ryan Shazier Corey Linsley Corey Brown Ohio Stadium Big Ten Leaders Division champion Big Ten Championship Game L 24–34 vs. Michigan State Orange Bowl L 35–40 vs. Clemson The 2013 Ohio State Buckeyes football team represented Ohio State University in the 2013 NCAA Division I FBS football season. It was the Buckeye's 124th overall, the 101st as a member of the Big Ten Conference, and the third as a member of the Big Ten Leaders Division. The team was led by Urban Meyer, in his second year as head coach, and played its home games at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio. The Buckeyes finished the regular season with an undefeated record for the second consecutive year, as well as Big Ten Leaders Division champions for the second consecutive year. They finished the season with a record of 12 wins and 2 losses (12–2 overall, 8–0 in the Big Ten), following losses to Michigan State in the Big Ten Championship Game and to Clemson in the Orange Bowl. After an undefeated season in 2012, Ohio State signed a highly ranked recruiting class and entered the 2013 season ranked No. 2 in all major college football polls, as well as being considered the favorite to win the Leaders Division, while also competing for the Big Ten championship and national championship. Ohio State opened the season defeating all of their non-conference opponents by a combined score of 210–61. The Buckeyes opened their conference schedule with victories over the Wisconsin Badgers and Northwestern Wildcats, both ranked at the time, and improved their record to 6–0. A 63–14 victory over Penn State and a 60–35 victory over Illinois kept the Buckeyes highly ranked throughout the season. A 42–41 victory over Michigan in The Game gave Ohio State a 12–0 regular season record for the second consecutive season. Following losses in the Big Ten Championship Game and the Orange Bowl, the Buckeyes finished the season ranked No. 10 in the Coaches' Poll and No. 12 in the AP Poll. At the end of the season, several players were recognized with postseason awards for individual accomplishments. Braxton Miller was named the Big Ten offensive player of the year, as well as the Big Ten quarterback of the year for the second consecutive season, while Carlos Hyde was named the Big Ten running back of the year. Also, Ryan Shazier was named to the Associated Press All-American First Team, while Carlos Hyde and Jack Mewhort were named to the Associated Press All-American Second Team. The Buckeyes also had six players taken in the NFL draft, including Shazier and Bradley Roby, who were both taken in the first round. Before the season Spring practice Spring Game Gray Scarlet 0 7 0 7 7 7 10 7 April 13 Cincinnati, Ohio 1:30 p.m. 2:03 37,643 Mostly Sunny, 53 F, Wind S 17 mph on Eric Collins (play-by-play), Glen Mason (color) BTN Sources:Scoring Summary (Final) The Ohio State University Department of Athletics http://grfx.cstv.com/photos/schools/osu/sports/m-footbl/auto_pdf/2012-13/box_score/stats_20130413aaa.pdf June 10, 2013 March 4, 2016 https://web.archive.org/web/20160304085731/http://grfx.cstv.com/photos/schools/osu/sports/m-footbl/auto_pdf/2012-13/box_score/stats_20130413aaa.pdf dead yes 1 9:08 Scarlet Devin Smith 20-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) Scarlet 7–0 2 4:35 Gray Chris Field 5-yard pass from Kenny Guiton (Drew Basil kick) 7–7 2 0:07 Scarlet Corey Brown 3-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) Scarlet 14–7 3 6:25 Scarlet Braxton Miller 5-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Scarlet 21–7 3 4:13 Scarlet Drew Basil 25-yard field goal Scarlet 24–7 4 8:44 Gray Michael Thomas 4-yard pass from Cardale Jones (Drew Basil kick) Scarlet 24–14 4 4:41 Scarlet Chris Field 6-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Scarlet 31–14 yes Ohio State began their spring camp earlier than they had in previous seasons, starting it on March 5.Ohio State Football: Spring Ball About Players in Hand Tim May http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/2013/03/05/spring-ball-about-players-in-hand.html The Columbus Dispatch March 5, 2013 March 5, 2013 The 2013 spring game was played on April 13 and was broadcast on the Big Ten Network. Ohio State played their spring game at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio, while Ohio Stadium underwent renovations.Ohio State Football Spring Game 2013 Will Be Held at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati David Campbell http://www.cleveland.com/osu/team/1356120784-502-939/ohio-state-football-spring-game.html The Plain Dealer Cleveland December 21, 2012 February 23, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20130104191038/http://www.cleveland.com/osu/team/1356120784-502-939/ohio-state-football-spring-game.html January 4, 2013 dead mdy-all In similar formats to previous seasons, the Buckeyes were divided up into Scarlet and Gray teams. Quarterback Braxton Miller, who played on the Scarlet team, opened up the game with a 20-yard touchdown pass to Devin Smith and with no other scoring in the first quarter, the Scarlet team took their 7–0 lead to the second quarter. Kenny Guiton, who was the starting quarterback for the Gray team, tied the game up with a touchdown pass of his own to receiver Chris Fields. A Corey Brown touchdown reception with a few seconds remaining in the first half, would give the Scarlet team the 14–7 advantage heading into halftime. The third quarter would be dominated by the Scarlet team as Braxton Miller would drive the team to the endzone, capping off the drive with a 5-yard touchdown run. A Drew Basil field goal with about four minutes remaining in the quarter would give the Scarlet a 24–7 advantage. The Gray team would not score until the fourth quarter, off of a 4-yard touchdown pass from Cardale Jones to Michael Thomas. The game, scoring wise, was capped off with a Chris Field 6-yard touchdown run, with the final score being 31–14 in favor of the Scarlet team. Quarterback Braxton Miller finished the game going 16 of 25 for a total of 217 yards and two touchdown passes, along with his touchdown run.Spring game recap: Ohio State Brian Bennett https://www.espn.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/78200/spring-game-recap-ohio-state ESPN April 15, 2013 August 16, 2013 Corey Brown led the receivers with five receptions for 25 yards and touchdown, while sophomore receiver Michael Thomas accounted for 79 yards, a touchdown and seven receptions. On defense, lineman Adolphus Washington accounted for four sacks, leading both teams. The game also featured many new players replacing starters last season, though playmakers Noah Spence and Washington on the defensive line still impressed the coaching staff.Football: Buckeyes Have Fewer Questions This Spring Tim May http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/2013/04/16/buckeyes-have-fewer-questions-this-spring.html The Columbus Dispatch April 16, 2013 August 16, 2013 The line accounted for a total of 11 sacks during the game, with a four quarterbacks involved being sacked at some point.Ohio State Football's Offensive Line Point of Concern for Meyer Pat Brennan http://www.thelantern.com/sports/ohio-state-football-s-offensive-line-point-of-concern-for-meyer-1.3028135#.Ug7LYqtEj2k The Lantern The Ohio State University April 15, 2013 August 16, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20130421130949/http://www.thelantern.com/sports/ohio-state-football-s-offensive-line-point-of-concern-for-meyer-1.3028135#.Ug7LYqtEj2k April 21, 2013 dead Though the defense, impressed, with the majority of the success coming from the passing game with both teams only accounting for 122 rushing yards collectively on 45 carries. Fall camp Twelve separate Ohio State players were on preseason award watch lists in sixteen different award categories. These include C.J. Barnett, Bradley Roby and Ryan Shazier for the Bednarik Award; Corey Brown and Devin Smith for the Biletnikoff Award; Christian Bryant, Roby and Shazier for the Bronko Nagurski Trophy; Shazier for the Butkus Award; Braxton Miller for the Davey O'Brien Award; Carlos Hyde for the Doak Walker Award; Barnett, Bryan and Roby for the Jim Thorpe Award; Jeff Heuerman for the Mackey Award; Hyde and Miller for the Maxwell Award; Jack Mewhort and Andrew Norwell for the Outland Trophy; Corey Linsly for the Rimington Trophy; Norwell and Shazier for the Lombardi Award; as well as Miller and Roby for the Walter Camp Award.2013 National College Football Awards Association Watch Lists NCAA http://www.ncfaa.org/13watchlists.pdf August 16, 2013 Before the start of camp, Ohio State faced off the field issues with some players, including running back Carlos Hyde, who was suspended from the team following his arrest and involvement in an assault case against a female in Columbus, Ohio.Ohio State Suspends top RB Carlos Hyde After Arrest Paul Myerberg https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/ncaaf/2013/07/22/ohio-state-carlos-hyde-dismissed-bradley-roby/2574759/ USA Today July 22, 2013 August 16, 2013 Hyde was originally dismissed from the program when the news of the investigation first broke, however, when he was dropped as a person of interest, head coach Urban Meyer dropped his suspension to three games.July 31, 2013 Ohio State's Carlos Hyde Suspended for Three Games https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/ncaaf/bigten/2013/07/30/ohio-state-carlos-hyde-assault-case-closed/2600221/ August 16, 2013 USA Today Associated Press Cornerback Bradley Roby was arrested on July 21 after an altercation at a bar in Bloomington, Indiana. The charges against Roby were reduced to misdemeanor on August 16.Ohio State Football: Charge Against Bradley Roby Reduced Bill Rabinowitz http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/2013/08/16/roby-charge-reduced.html The Columbus Dispatch August 16, 2013 August 16, 2013 Ohio State opened their fall camp with all freshmen reporting on August 4, with other players reporting later in the week. Personnel Coaching staff Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer was in his second year as the Buckeye's head coach during the 2013 season. In his first season with Ohio State, he led the Buckeyes to an undefeated season with twelve wins (12–0), though the team was unable to participate in the Big Ten Championship Game or a bowl game due to sanctions.Thamel Pete Pete Thamel Ohio State beats Michigan to finish perfect season, turn page to future http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/writers/pete_thamel/11/24/ohio-state-michigan-urban-meyer/ https://archive.today/20131123191648/http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/writers/pete_thamel/11/24/ohio-state-michigan-urban-meyer/ dead November 23, 2013 Sports Illustrated November 24, 2012 November 23, 2013 On February 8, 2013, it was announced the cornerbacks coach Kerry Coombs was promoted to special teams coach for the upcoming season, while also retaining his role as cornerbacks coach.Kerry Coombs Named Special Teams coordinator http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/020813aaa.html Ohio State Department of Athletics February 8, 2013 November 23, 2013 right|200px|thumb|Urban Meyer was in his second year as Ohio State's head coach during the 2013 season. Name Position Seasons atOhio State Alma materUrban MeyerHead coach 2ndCincinnati (1986)Tom HermanOffensive coordinator, Quarterbacks2ndCalifornia Lutheran (1997)Ed WarinnerCo-offensive coordinator, Offensive line2ndMount Union (1984)Luke Fickell Co-defensive coordinator, Linebackers12thOhio State (1997)Everett WithersAssistant head coach, Co-Defensive coordinator/safeties2ndAppalachian State (1985)Kerry CoombsSpecial teams coordinator, Cornerbacks2ndDayton (1983)Stan Drayton Running backs 3rdAllegheny College (1993)Zach Smith Wide receivers 2ndFlorida (2007)Mike VrabelDefensive line3rdOhio State (1996)Tim HintonTight ends, fullbacks2ndWilmington (1982)Parker Fleming Graduate assistant 1stPresbyterian (2010)Bryant Haines Graduate assistant 1stBall State (2009)Mickey MarottiAssistant athletic director for football sports performance2ndWest Liberty (1987)Tyler HughesQuality control assistant, quarterbacks1stUtah State (2005)Reference:http://grfx.cstv.com/schools/osu/graphics/pdf/m-footbl/13-spring-guide.pdf 2013 Spring Football The Ohio State University Department of Athletics 2 June 12, 2013 July 15, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20130715151326/http://grfx.cstv.com/schools/osu/graphics/pdf/m-footbl/13-spring-guide.pdf dead Returning starters Ohio State returns 14 starters from the 2012 season, including nine on offense, four defense, as well as one on special teams. Quarterback Braxton Miller returns after starting all twelve games in 2012 and eight games in 2011. Along with Miller on offense, running back Carlos Hyde, offensive tackle Jack Mewhort and offensive guard Andrew Norwell all return on offense after being named to the Big Ten All-Conference team last season. On defense linebacker Ryan Shazier returns after being named to the All-Conference team in 2012, while cornerback Bradley Roby returns after being named to the AP All-American team last season. On offense, Ohio State lost tight end Jake Stoneburner and offensive tackle Reid Fragel, along with punter Ben Buchanan, all seniors. On defense, Ohio State lost defensive lineman John Simon, Garrett Goebel and Nathan Williams, linebackers Etienne Sabino and Zach Boren, along with cornerback Travis Howard, all to graduation. The only Buckeye junior eligible for the NFL draft that declared eligibility was defensive lineman Johnathan Hankins, who was selected in the second round by the New York Giants. Offense Player Class Position Braxton Miller Junior QuarterbackCarlos HydeSeniorTailback Corey Brown Senior Wide receiver Devin Smith Junior Wide receiver Jeff Heuerman Junior Tight end Jack Mewhort Senior Tackle Andrew Norwell Senior Guard Corey Linsley Senior Center Marcus Hall Senior GuardReference: Defense Player Class Position Bradley Roby Junior Cornerback Christian Bryant Senior Safety C.J. Barnett Senior Safety Ryan Shazier Junior LinebackerReference: Special teams Player Class Position Drew Basil Senior KickerReference: Roster 2013 Ohio State Buckeyes rosterQuarterbacks 5 Braxton Miller – Junior 11 Reid Worstell – Freshman 12 Cardale Jones – Freshman 13 Kenny Guiton – Senior 15 Luke Morgan – Freshman 16 J. T. Barrett – Freshman Running backs 1 Dontre Wilson – Freshman 7 Rod Smith – Junior 2 Jordan Hall – Senior 15 Ezekiel Elliott – Freshman 25 Bri'onte Dunn – Sophomore 28 Warren Ball – Freshman 34 Carlos Hyde – Senior 46 Devin Hill – Sophomore Wide receivers 6 Evan Spencer – Junior 8 Jeff Greene – Junior 9 Devin Smith – Junior 10 Corey Brown – Senior 17 Jalin Marshall – Freshman 18 Kato Mitchell – Sophomore 19 Joe Ramstetter – Freshman 21 Devlin McDaniel – Freshman 33 Frank Epitropoulos – Freshman 80 Chris Fields – Senior 82 James Clark – Freshman 83 Michael Thomas– Sophomore 84 Corey Smith – Junior 86 Khaleed Franklin – Freshman 87 Peter Gwilym – Sophomore 88 Brandon Ojikutu – Sophomore Tight ends 8 J.T. Moore – Junior 81 Nick Vannett – Sophomore 82 Ryan Carter – Sophomore 84 Charles Kinzig – Junior 85 Marcus Baugh – Freshman 86 Jeff Heuerman – Junior 89 Blake Thomas – Freshman Offensive linemen 50 Jacoby Boren – Sophomore 54 Billy Price – Freshman 55 Tommy Brown – Sophomore 57 Chase Farris – Sophomore 61 Logan Gaskey – Freshman 62 Ben Moffitt – Freshman 64 Ivon Blackman – Senior 65 Pat Elflein – Freshman 66 Kyle Dodson – Freshman 67 Ben St. John – Junior 68 Taylor Decker – Sophomore 69 Eric Kramer – Junior 71 Corey Linsley – Senior 73 Antonio Underwood – Junior 74 Jack Mewhort – Senior 75 Evan Lisle – Freshman 76 Darryl Baldwin – Junior 78 Andrew Norwell – Senior 79 Marcus Hall – Senior Defensive linemen 8 Noah Spence – Sophomore 34 Jamal Marcus – Sophomore 51 Joel Hale – Junior 52 Donovan Munger – Freshman 59 Tyquan Lewis – Freshman 63 Michael Bennett – Junior 72 Chris Carter – Sophomore 77 Michael Hill – Freshman 88 Steve Miller – Junior 90 Tommy Schutt – Sophomore 91 Chris Rock – Sophomore 92 Adolphus Washington – Sophomore 93 Tracy Sprinkle – Freshman 94 Rashad Frazier – Sophomore 97 Joey Bosa – Freshman 98 John Holman – Junior Linebackers 10 Ryan Shazier – Junior 14 Curtis Grant – Junior 36 Trey Johnson – Freshman 37 Joshua Perry – Sophomore 38 Craig Fada – Sophomore 41 Aaron Mawhirter – Freshman 43 Darron Lee – Freshman 44 Mike Mitchell – Freshman 46 Nick Snyder – Sophomore 48 Joe Burger – Sophomore 49 Craig Cataline – Junior 55 Camren Williams – Sophomore Defensive backs 1 Bradley Roby – Junior 2 Christian Bryant – Senior 3 Corey Brown – Senior 4 C.J. Barnett – Senior 6 Vonn Bell – Freshman 11 Adam Griffin – Junior 12 Doran Grant – Junior 13 Eli Apple – Freshman 16 Cam Burrows – Freshman 17 Devonte Butler – Freshman 19 Gareon Conley – Freshman 20 Ron Tanner – Sophomore 21 Jamie Wood – Senior 23 Tyvis Powell – Freshman 25 Kevin Niehoff – Sophomore 26 Armani Reeves – Sophomore 29 Jayme Thompson – Freshman 30 Devan Bogard – Sophomore 32 Russel Doup – Junior 33 Nik Sarac – Sophomore 35 Chris Worley – Freshman 42 Tyler McIntosh – Junior Punters 14 Jake Russell – Sophomore 95 Cameron Johnston – Freshman Kickers 23 Tim Scott – Junior 24 Drew Basil – Senior 39 Kyle Clinton – Junior Long snappers 41 Bryce Haynes – Sophomore 56 George Makridis – SeniorSources: 2013 Ohio State Buckeyes football roster Depth chart Starters and backups.2013 Ohio State Buckeyes Football Depth Chart Ohio State Athletic Department http://grfx.cstv.com/schools/osu/graphics/pdf/m-footbl/2013-two-deep.pdf December 3, 2013 December 19, 2013 December 4, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131204053023/http://grfx.cstv.com/schools/osu/graphics/pdf/m-footbl/2013-two-deep.pdf dead Spread 4-3 Yes No No Braxton Miller Kenny Guiton Carlos Hyde Jordan Hall Rod Smith Devin Smith Rod Smith Evan Spencer Chris Fields Corey Brown Dontre Wilson Jeff Heuerman (TE) Nick Vannett (TE) Jeff Heuerman Nick Vannett Jack Mewhort Darryl Baldwin Andrew Norwell Pat Elflein Corey Linsley Jacoby Boren Marcus Hall Pat Elflein Taylor Decker Kyle Dodson Tommy Brown Ryan Shazier Trey Johnson Curtis Grant Joe Burger Joshua Perry Camren Williams Corey Brown Tyvis Powell C.J. Barnett Ron Tanner SS Doran Grant Gareon Conley Bradley Roby Armani Reeves Joey Bosa Adolphus Washington Noah Spence Chris Carter Joel Hale Jamal Marcus Steve Miller Michael Bennett Tommy Schutt Drew Basil Kyle Clinton Cameron Johnston Drew Basil Jordan HallDontre Wilson Corey BrownJordan Hall George MakridisBryce Haynes Kenny Guiton 110 100 No Recruiting class American football positions Glossary of American football Recruiting (college athletics) Prior to National Signing Day on February 6, 2013, six high school players that graduated early and one transfer of the 2013 recruiting class enrolled for the spring semester in order to participate in spring practice.Seven Enroll For Start of Spring Semester Ohio State Department of Athletics January 11, 2013 December 23, 2013 http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/011113aaa.html These early enrollments included: cornerbacks Eli Apple and Cameron Burrows, quarterback J.T. Barrett, fullback William Houston, defensive ends Tyquan Lewis Tracy Sprinkle, and fullback Devin Hill, who transferred from Purdue University. On February 6, 2013, the Ohio State University athletic department confirmed that it had received the National Letter of Intent from seventeen additional players to play at Ohio State that completed the 2013 recruiting class.Ohio State Signs 24 to National Letters of Intent Ohio State Buckeyes Ohio State Department of Athletics February 6, 2013 August 31, 2013 http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/020613aaa.html Ohio State's recruiting class was highlighted by seventeen players from the "ESPN 300", including eight in the top 100: No. 11 Eli Apple (cornerback); No. 43 Gareon Conley (cornerback); No. 48 Trey Johnson (linebacker); No. 49 Jalin Marshall (wide receiver); No. 50 Vonn Bell (safety); No. 55 Dontre Wilson (athlete); No. 56 Joey Bosa (defensive tackle); and No. 62 Cam Burrows (cornerback).https://www.espn.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/playerrankings/_/class/2013/order/true 2013 ESPN 300 ESPN December 23, 2013 On signing day, Buckeyes head coach Urban Meyer was quoted as calling it a great day. With Meyer going onto say, "I thought it would be a good day, but now I'll put it in the great category." The Buckeyes' signed the No. 2 recruiting class according to Rivals.com, the No. 1 recruiting class according to Scout.com, and the No. 3 recruiting class according to ESPN.2013 Team Rankings Rivals.com December 23, 2013 https://sports.yahoo.com/footballrecruiting/football/recruiting/teamrank/2013/all/allTeam Rankings – 2013 Scout.com June 6, 2013 December 23, 2013 http://recruiting.scout.com/a.z?s=73&p=9&c=14&yr=2013RecruitingNation Class Rankings – 2013 ESPN February 6, 2013 December 23, 2013 https://insider.espn.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/classrankings?class=2013 yes yes 2013 Eli Apple DB Voorhees, NJ Eastern 6 0 185 4.4 November 23, 2012 4 4 5 J.T. Barrett QB Wichita Falls, TX Rider 6 2 205 – April 18, 2012 4 4 4 Marcus Baugh TE Riverside, CA John W. North 6 4 233 – April 10, 2012 4 4 4 Vonn Bell S Rossville, GA Ridgeland 6 1 190 4.47 February 6, 2013 5 5 4 Joey Bosa DE Fort Lauderdale, FL Thomas Aquinas 6 5 270 – April 23, 2012 5 4 4 Cameron Burrows DB Trotwood, OH Trotwood-Madison 6 0 203 4.57 January 19, 2012 4 4 4 James Clark WR New Smyrna Beach, FL New Smyrna Beach 5 11 170 – February 6, 2013 4 4 4 Gareon Conley CB Massillon, OH Washington 6 2 170 – December 7, 2012 4 3 4 Ezekiel Elliott RB St. Louis, MO John Burroughs 6 0 198 4.42 April 1, 2012 4 4 4 Timothy Gardner OG Indianapolis, IN Lawrence Central 6 5 340 – July 28, 2012 3 3 3 Michael Hill DT Pendleton, SC Pendleton 6 3 315 – June 27, 2012 4 4 4 Trey Johnson MLB Lawrenceville, GA Central Gwinnett 6 2 220 – January 4, 2013 4 4 4 Darron Lee S New Albany, OH New Albany 6 2 195 4.5 June 26, 2012 4 3 3 Tyquan Lewis DE Tarboro, NC Tarboro 6 3 225 4.77 September 20, 2012 4 4 3 Evan Lisle OT Centerville, OH Centervile 6 6 265 – February 28, 2012 4 4 4 Jalin Marshall WR Middletown, OH Middletown 6 1 190 4.66 January 30, 2012 5 4 4 Mike Mitchell OLB Plano, TX Prestonwood Christian Academy 6 4 225 4.39 January 5, 2013 5 5 4 Donovan Munger DT Shaker Heights, OH Shaker Heights 6 4 290 - December 9, 2012 4 3 4 Billy Price DT Youngstown, OH Austintown Fitch 6 4 280 – February 13, 2012 4 4 4 Corey Smith WR Akron, OH Buchtel (via East Mississippi JC) 6 0 170 4.5 January 11, 2013 3 3 3 Tracy Sprinkle DE Elyria, OH Elyria 6 4 245 – April 17, 2012 3 3 3 Jayme Thompson S Toledo, OH Central Catholic 6 2 183 4.54 April 1, 2012 4 4 4 Dontre Wilson RB DeSoto, TX DeSoto 5 10 174 4.51 February 4, 2013 4 4 4 Christopher Worley OLB Cleveland, OH Glenville 6 3 195 – January 11, 2013 3 3 3 2013 Ohio State Football Commitments 2013 Ohio State Football Commits Class of 2013 Team Football Recruiting Rankings 1 2 3 February 6, 2013 Schedule The Big Ten Conference released the schedules for the 2013 season on April 6, 2011.Big Ten Announces 2013 and 2014 Conference Football Schedules Big Ten Conference April 6, 2011 February 23, 2013 http://www.bigten.org/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/040611aaa.html https://web.archive.org/web/20131019172811/http://www.bigten.org/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/040611aaa.html October 19, 2013 dead The Big Ten will continue the same scheduling alignment as they had during the 2011 and 2012 seasons. As a result, Ohio State will play all five Leaders Division opponents: Illinois, Indiana, Penn State, Purdue, and Wisconsin. Ohio State will also face three Legends Division opponents: Iowa, Northwestern, and Michigan, the permanent cross-division opponent. Ohio State will play four non-conference games: Buffalo of the Mid-American Conference, San Diego State of the Mountain West Conference, California of the Pac-12 Conference, and Florida A&M of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. Ohio State has two bye weeks during the season, the first between their games against Northwestern and Iowa and their second between their games against Purdue and Illinois. Following their second consecutive undefeated season, Ohio State won the Leaders Division Championship and qualified to play in the Big Ten Championship Game against Michigan State, who defeated the Buckeyes 34–24.No. 4 Ohio State clinches Leaders Division with rout over Indiana FoxNews.com Sports Network November 23, 2013 January 9, 2014 https://www.foxnews.com/sports/no-4-ohio-state-clinches-leaders-division-with-rout-over-indiana/ On December 8, Ohio State was selected to play in the Orange Bowl against Clemson. All games during the 2013 season were broadcast on the Ohio State Football Radio Network. Paul Keels was head of the crew with play-by-play, Jim Lachey with color commentary, Marty Bannister as sideline and locker room reporter, and Skip Mosic serving as the pre-game and halftime show host.Ohio State Buckeyes Radio Broadcast Team/Affiliates The Ohio State University Athletic Department February 23, 2013 http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/radio-network.html https://web.archive.org/web/20130127064844/http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/radio-network.html January 27, 2013 dead mdy-all 2013 AP Eastern August 31 12:00 p.m. w y 2 Buffalo Ohio Stadium Columbus, OH ESPN2 40–20 103,980 September 7 3:30 p.m. w y 3 San Diego State Ohio Stadium Columbus, OH ABC/ESPN2 42–7 104,984 September 14 7:00 p.m. w y y 4 California California Memorial Stadium Berkeley, CA FOX 52–34 62,467 September 21 12:00 p.m. w y 4 Florida A&M Ohio Stadium Columbus, OH BTN 76–0 103,595 September 28 8:00 p.m. w 4 Wisconsin 23 Ohio Stadium Columbus, OH ABC 31–24 105,826 October 5 8:00 p.m. w y 4 Northwestern 16 Ryan Field Evanston, IL College GameDay ABC 40–30 47,330 October 19 3:30 p.m. w y 4 Iowa Ohio Stadium Columbus, OH ABC/ESPN2 34–24 105,264 October 26 8:00 p.m. w 4 Penn State Ohio Stadium Columbus, OH rivalry ABC 63–14 105,889 November 2 12:00 p.m. w y 4 Purdue Ross–Ade Stadium West Lafayette, IN BTN 56–0 51,423 November 16 12:00 p.m. w y 3 Illinois Memorial Stadium Champaign, IL Illibuck ESPN 60–35 44,095 November 23 3:30 p.m. w 4 Indiana Ohio Stadium Columbus, OH ABC/ESPN2 42–14 104,990 November 30 12:00 p.m. w y 3 Michigan Michigan Stadium Ann Arbor, MI rivalry ABC 42–41 113,511 December 7 8:17 p.m. l y 2 Michigan State 10 Lucas Oil Stadium Indianapolis, IN Big Ten Championship Game, College GameDay FOX 24–34 66,002 January 3, 2014 8:30 p.m. l y y 7 Clemson 8 Sun Life Stadium Miami Gardens, FL Orange Bowl ESPN 35–40 72,080 https://www.espn.com/college-football/team/schedule/_/id/194/year/2013/ohio-state-buckeyes 2013 Ohio State football schedule ESPN.com January 19, 2014 Game summaries Buffalo 2013 Buffalo Bulls football team Buffalo #2 Ohio State 0 13 7 0 23 7 7 3 Columbus, Ohio 12:03 p.m. 3:18 103,980 Partly Cloudy, 79 F Shawn Smith Beth Mowins (play-by-play), Joey Galloway (color) ESPN2 Sources:Buffalo vs Ohio State (Aug 31, 2013) Ohio State University Department of Athletics http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/1buffalo.html August 31, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131109140535/http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/1buffalo.html November 9, 2013 deadBuckeyes Double Up Bulls, 40–20 August 31, 2013 Ohio State University Department of Athletics http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/083113aaa.html August 31, 2013 yes 1 10:04 Ohio State Devin Smith 47-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Kenny Guiton rush) Ohio State 8–0 1 7:05 Ohio State Chris Fields 7-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Jordan Hall pass from Kenny Guiton) Ohio State 16–0 1 0:38 Ohio State Jordan Hall 49-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 23–0 2 9:18 Buffalo Matt Weiser 16-yard pass from Joe Licata (Patrick Clarke kick) Ohio State 23–7 2 7:10 Buffalo Khalil Mack 45-yard interception return (Joe Licata pass failed) Ohio State 23–13 2 6:53 Ohio State Jordan Hall 37-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 30–13 3 10:21 Buffalo Alex Neutz 10-yard pass from Joe Licata (Patrick Clarke kick) Ohio State 30–20 3 3:16 Ohio State Chris Fields 21-yard pass from Kenny Guiton (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 37–20 4 7:05 Ohio State Drew Basil 39-yard field goal Ohio State 40–20 yes The Buckeyes' opened the 2013 season against the Buffalo Bulls, who they defeated 40–20 in Columbus.Ohio State rolls early to win opener against Buffalo ESPN https://www.espn.com/college-football/recap?gameId=332430194 August 31, 2013 September 1, 2013 A false start and delay of game penalty would force Buffalo to punt on their first possession.Ohio State 40, Buffalo 20: Cramped Style Bill Rabinowitz http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/public/2013/08/0831-buffalo-ohio-state/ohio-state-football-game.html The Columbus Dispatch August 31, 2013 September 1, 2013 Following a 4-play drive, the Buckeyes' would score on a touchdown pass from Braxton Miller to Devin Smith, and after a Kenny Guiton two-point conversion run, Ohio State took an 8–0 lead. Ohio State would score again on their second drive after a 7-yard touchdown pass from Miller to Chris Fields, and would convert another two-point conversion on a pass from Guiton to Jordan Hall. A 49-yard Hall touchdown run on the Buckeyes' next possession gave the Buckeyes' a 23–0 lead after the first quarter. Ohio State would be unable to capitalize on a Ron Tanner interception of Bull's quarterback Joe Licata, with freshman Dontre Wilson fumbling the ball on the next play. Buffalo would score their first points of the game on a 3-play drive that ended in a touchdown pass from Licata to Matt Weiser. Khalil Mack returned a Braxton Miller interception for a touchdown on the Buckeyes' ensuing possession and cut the Ohio State lead to 23–13.Buffalo LB Khalil Mack has a head-turning day against Buckeyes Mike Huguenin https://www.nfl.com/news/buffalo-lb-khalil-mack-has-a-head-turning-day-against-buckeyes-0ap1000000237038 National Football League August 31, 2013 September 1, 2013 A 37-yard touchdown run from Jordan Hall would give Ohio State a 30–13 lead at halftime. Ryan Shazier, along with other Buckeyes players were carried off in the second quarter due to cramps in the hot weather.Ohio State vs. Buffalo – What Went Wrong: Buckeyes Braxton Miller, Ryan Shazier Missed Time with Cramps Doug Lesmerises http://www.cleveland.com/osu/index.ssf/2013/08/ohio_state_vs_buffalo_-_what_w_1.html The Plain Dealer Cleveland August 31, 2013 September 1, 2013 Buffalo would score on their first possession of the second half on a 10-yard pass from Joe Licata to Alex Neutz. The Buckeyes' responded with a 14-play drive, which ended in a 21-yard touchdown pass from Kenny Guiton to Chris Fields, giving Ohio State a 37–20 lead. A 39-yard Drew Basil field goal in the fourth quarter would be the final scoring play. With the victory, Ohio State extended their winning streak to 13 games, dating back to the previous season, the longest streak in the nation.Postgame Notes From Ohio State vs. Buffalo August 31, 2013 Ohio State University Department of Athletics http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/083113aab.html August 31, 2013 The Bull's received $1 million to play the game in Ohio Stadium.Ohio State paying Buffalo $1 million, SDSU $1.2 million, FAMU $900,000 to come to Ohio Stadium https://www.foxnews.com/sports/ohio-state-paying-buffalo-1-million-sdsu-1-2-million-famu-900000-to-come-to-ohio-stadium Fox News August 22, 2013 December 19, 2013 San Diego State 2013 San Diego State Aztecs football team San Diego State #3 Ohio State 0 0 7 0 21 14 7 0 Columbus, Ohio 3:36 p.m. 3:11 104,984 Partly Cloudy, 82 F, Wind SW 8 mph on Jerry McGinn Sean McDonough (play-by-play), Chris Spielman (color) ABC Sources:SDSU vs Ohio State (Sep 07, 2013) Ohio State University Department of Athletics http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/2sdsu.html September 7, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131109140443/http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/2sdsu.html November 9, 2013 deadGuiton Leads Ohio State to 42–7 Victory Over San Diego State September 7, 2013 Ohio State University Department of Athletics http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/090713aaa.html September 7, 2013 yes 1 11:49 Ohio State Dontre Wilson 7-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 7–0 1 6:23 Ohio State Corey Brown 27-yard pass from Kenny Guiton (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 14–0 1 0:03 Ohio State Jorand Hall 4-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 21–0 2 5:33 Ohio State Kenny Guiton 44-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 28–0 2 3:15 Ohio State Rod Smith 1-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 35–0 3 4:34 Ohio State Corey Brown 24-yard pass from Kenny Guiton (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 42–0 4 7:05 San Diego State Chad Young 2-yard pass from Quinn Kaehler (Wes Feer kick) Ohio State 42–7 yes On November 2, 2012, Ohio State announced San Diego State would replace Vanderbilt on the 2013 schedule after the Commodores canceled the game.Ohio State to Play San Diego State in 2013, Replaces Vanderbilt http://www.sportingnews.com/ncaa-football/story/2012-11-02/ohio-state-san-diego-state-2013-schedule-vanderbilt-utah-state-gene-smith Sporting News November 2, 2012 December 23, 2013 December 24, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131224112847/http://www.sportingnews.com/ncaa-football/story/2012-11-02/ohio-state-san-diego-state-2013-schedule-vanderbilt-utah-state-gene-smith dead Ohio State defeated the Aztecs 42–7 in the second game of the season.September 7, 2013 Kenny Guiton Lifts No. 3 Ohio St. after Braxton Miller Hurts Knee https://www.espn.com/college-football/recap/_/gameId/332500194 September 14, 2013 ESPN Associated Press The Buckeyes' scored on their first offensive possession on a 7-yard touchdown run from freshman Dontre Wilson. Starting quarterback Braxton Miller left the game after the first drive with a knee injury and was replaced by Kenny Guiton. The Buckeyes would be unable to capitalize following a Doran Grant interception on the Aztecs' ensuing possession.OSU 42, San Diego State 7: Gee, Kenny Bill Rabinowitz http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/public/2013/09/0907-sdsu-ohio-state/ohio-state-football-game.html The Columbus Dispatch September 8, 2013 September 14, 2013 A touchdown pass from Guiton to Corey Brown and a 4-yard touchdown run from Jordan Hall gave Ohio State a 21–0 lead at the end of the first quarter. Kenny Guiton threw his first interception early in the second quarter to Damontae Kazee, though Guiton would score on the Buckeyes' next offensive possession on a 44-yard run. A fumble and sack by Noah Spence gave the Buckeyes the ball in Aztec territory, which would lead to a Rod Smith touchdown run, giving Ohio State a 35–0 lead at halftime. Ohio State would score on their second drive of the third quarter on a Guiton touchdown pass to Corey Brown. The Buckeye defense would give up their first points against midway through the third quarter, following a 6 play, 72-yard drive by San Diego State. The Aztecs' scored a touchdown on a pass from Quinn Kaehler to Chad Young. Ohio State would run out the clock in the fourth quarter, ensuring the 42–7 victory. With the victory, Ohio State extended their winning streak to 14 games, and improved their overall record against San Diego State to 4–0.DeLassus David Ohio State vs San Diego State (CA) College Football Data Warehouse May 28, 2013 http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=2883 https://web.archive.org/web/20130928124329/http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=2883 September 28, 2013 deadGame Notes: Ohio State 42, San Diego State 7 Ohio State Department of Athletics September 7, 2013 September 14, 2013 http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/090713aab.html California 2013 California Golden Bears football team #4 Ohio State California 24 7 21 0 14 6 7 7 Berkeley, California 7:05 p.m. 3:32 62,467 Clear, 74 F, Wind SW 11 mph on Jay Stricherz Gus Johnson (play-by-play), Charles Davis (color) Fox Sources:Ohio St. vs California (Sep 14, 2013) http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/21959.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics September 14, 2013 September 14, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20130928010429/http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/21959.html September 28, 2013 deadGuiton leads No. 4 Ohio State past California 52–34 http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/091513aab.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics September 14, 2013 September 14, 2013 yes 1 13:07 Ohio State Devin Smith 90-yard pass from Kenny Guiton (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 7–0 1 11:27 Ohio State Devin Smith 47-yard pass from Kenny Guiton (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 14–0 1 9:00 Ohio State Chris Fields 1-yard pass from Kenny Guiton (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 21–0 1 8:01 California James Grisom 61-yard pass from Jared Goff (Vincen D'Amato kick) Ohio State 21–7 1 3:45 Ohio State Drew Basil 39-yard field goal Ohio State 24–7 1 0:55 California Chris Harper 42-yard pass from Jared Goff (Vincen D'Amato kick) Ohio State 24–14 2 8:20 Ohio State Jordan Hall 1-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 31–14 2 4:32 California Vincen D'Amato 27-yard field goal Ohio State 31–17 2 0:00 California Vincen D'Amato 43-yard field goal Ohio State 31–20 3 12:06 Ohio State Jordan Hall 1-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 38–20 3 5:26 Ohio State Corey Brown 6-yard pass from Kenny Guiton (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 45–20 3 4:37 California Bryce Treggs 14-yard pass from Jared Groff (Vincen D'Amato kick) Ohio State 45–27 3 2:02 Ohio State Jordan Hall 2-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 52–27 4 6:06 California Daniel Lasco 1-yard run (Vincen D'Amato kick) Ohio State 52–34 yes In their first road game of the 2013 season, Ohio State defeated the California Golden Bears of the Pac-12 Conference 52–34 in Berkeley.Kenny Guiton starts for hurt Braxton Miller, throws 4 TDs for Ohio St. https://www.espn.com/college-football/recap?gameId=332570025 ESPN September 14, 2013 September 14, 2013 Kenny Guiton was named the starting quarterback prior to the game, replacing Braxton Miller, who was injured.Braxton Miller Out Against Cal Kyle Bonagura https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/9674055/braxton-miller-ohio-state-buckeyes-saturday-cal-bears ESPN September 14, 2013 September 21, 2013 Within the first five minutes of the game, the Buckeyes' jumped out to a 21–0 lead following 90 and 47-yard touchdown passes from Guiton to Devin Smith. A sack and forced fumble by Ryan Shazier on California's third drive of the game would help set up a 1-yard touchdown pass from Guiton to Chris Fields.Ohio State 52, California 34: Golden Coast Bill Rabinowitz http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/public/2013/09/0914-cal-ohio-state/ohio-state-football-game.html The Columbus Dispatch September 15, 2013 September 21, 2013 The Golden Bears' first touchdown would come on their fourth drive, on a 61-yard reception thrown by Jared Goff to James Grisom. A Christian Bryant interception for the Buckeyes' would set up a 39-yard Drew Basil field goal. A 42-yard touchdown pass from Goff to Chris Harper would make the score 24–14, in favor of Ohio State, at the end of the first quarter. Following a 12 play, 74-yard drive, Ohio State extended their led to 31–14 following a 1-yard Jordan Hall touchdown run. Two field goals of 27 and 43-yards for California's Vincen D'Amato, would cut the Buckeye lead to 31–20 at halftime. Ohio State would open the second half with possession of the ball, and scoring a touchdown on Jordan Hall's second touchdown run of the game. A 6-yard touchdown pass from Kenny Guiton to Corey Brown on their next possession, would make the score 45–20, in favor of the Buckeyes'. Jared Goff would throw his third touchdown pass of the day to Bryce Treggs midway through the third quarter. Hall's third touchdown run for the Buckeyes' would give Ohio State a 52–27 lead at the end of the third quarter. A 1-yard touchdown run for Daniel Lasco of the Golden Bears' would be the only scoring play of the fourth quarter, with the Buckeyes winning 52–34. Kenny Guiton was recognized as the Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week for his 276 passing yard and four touchdown passes, while Ryan Shazier was recognized as the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week for his 12 tackles and forced fumble.Illinois, Ohio State and Penn State Collect Weekly Football Accolades http://www.bigten.org/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/091613aaa.html Big Ten Conference September 15, 2013 December 23, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131224102714/http://www.bigten.org/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/091613aaa.html December 24, 2013 dead With the victory, Ohio State's winning streak reached 15 games, and they improved their all-time record against California to 7–1.Ohio State vs California David DeLassus http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=466 College Football Data Warehouse May 29, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20130928124247/http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=466 September 28, 2013 deadPostgame Notes From Ohio State at California http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/091513aaa.html Ohio State Department of Athletics September 14, 2013 September 14, 2013 Florida A&M 2013 Florida A&M Rattlers football team Florida A&M No. 4 Ohio State 0 0 0 0 34 21 14 7 Columbus, Ohio 12:02 p.m. 2:59 103,595 Cloudy, 62 F, wind NNW 9 mph on Alex Kemp Matt Devlin (play-by-play), Glen Mason (color) BTN Sources:Florida A&M vs Ohio State (Sep 21, 2013) http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/4famu.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics September 21, 2013 September 28, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131109140403/http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/4famu.html November 9, 2013 deadGuiton leads No. 4/3 Ohio State to 76–0 Win Over FAMU http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/092113aaa.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics September 21, 2013 September 28, 2013 yes 1 12:57 Ohio State Jordan Hall 3-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 7–0 1 11:50 Ohio State Jeff Heuerman 11-yard pass from Kenny Guiton (Kenny Guiton pass failed) Ohio State 13–0 1 9:25 Ohio State Evan Spencer 8-yard pass from Kenny Guiton (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 20–0 1 0:32 Ohio State Carlos Hyde 1-yard pass from Kenny Guiton (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 27–0 1 0:13 Ohio State Devin Smith 5-yard pass from Kenny Guiton (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 34–0 2 11:35 Ohio State Jordan Hall 18-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 41–0 2 6:09 Ohio State Chris Fields 15-yard pass from Kenny Guiton (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 48–0 2 0:05 Ohio State Evan Spencer 15-yard pass from Kenny Guiton (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 55–0 3 9:53 Ohio State Ezekiel Elliott 16-yard run (Kyle Clinton kick) Ohio State 62–0 3 2:26 Ohio State Ezekiel Elliott 13-yard run (Kyle Clinton kick) Ohio State 69–0 4 1:15 Ohio State Cardale Jones 10-yard run (Kyle Clinton kick) Ohio State 76–0 yes In their final non-conference game of the 2013 season, Ohio State defeated the Florida A&M Rattlers of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference, 76–0, in Columbus.Kenny Guiton sets Ohio State touchdown record in 76–0 laugher https://www.espn.com/college-football/recap?gameId=332640194 ESPN September 21, 2013 September 28, 2013 Kenny Guiton was named the Buckeyes' starting quarterback for the second consecutive game.Braxton Miller out vs. Florida A&M https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/9700651/braxton-miller-ohio-state-buckeyes-play-florida-rattlers ESPN September 21, 2013 September 28, 2013 The Buckeyes scored on all five of their drives in the first quarter for a 34–0 lead.Ohio State 76, Florida A&M 0: Total Mismatch Bill Rabinowitz http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/public/2013/09/0921-florida-am-ohio-state/ohio-state-game-story-lead.html The Columbus Dispatch September 22, 2013 September 28, 2013 Jordan Hall scored Ohio State's first touchdown on a 3-yard run, while Guiton threw four touchdown passes to four separate receivers. A blocked punt by Doran Grant and an interception by Bradley Roby set up good field positions for the Buckeyes and scoring drives. Ohio State continued to roll in the second quarter, scoring three touchdowns on all of their drives, including an 18-yard run from Jordan Hall and two touchdown passes from Guiton.Ohio State Flogs Florida A&M https://www.chicagotribune.com/2013/09/21/ohio-state-flogs-florida-am/ Chicago Tribune September 21, 2013 September 28, 2013 The six touchdown passes from Guiton in the first half were a new Ohio State single-game quarterback record.Ohio State's Kenny Guiton Throws for Six TDs in First Half Against Florida A&M as Ohio State Scores 55 Nick Bromberg https://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/ncaaf-dr-saturday/ohio-state-kenny-guiton-throws-six-tds-first-175318545--ncaaf.html Yahoo! Sports September 21, 2013 September 21, 2013 The Buckeyes took out their starters in the third quarter and kept the ball on the ground for the remainder of the game. Freshman running back Ezekiel Elliott took advantage of the playing time, scoring two touchdown in the third quarter, on 16- and 13-yard runs, and gave Ohio State a 69–0 lead going into the fourth quarter. A 10-yard touchdown run from Cardale Jones in the fourth quarter was the final scoring play of the game. Kenny Guiton was recognized as the Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week for his six touchdown passes.Four Big Ten Schools Garner Weekly Football Laurels http://www.bigten.org/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/092313aaa.html Big Ten Conference September 23, 2013 December 19, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131220030921/http://www.bigten.org/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/092313aaa.html December 20, 2013 dead With the victory, Ohio State's winning streak reached 16 games.Ohio State Football Postgame Notes http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/092113aac.html Ohio State Department of Athletics September 21, 2013 September 28, 2013 The Rattlers received $900,000 to play the game in Ohio Stadium. Wisconsin 2013 Wisconsin Badgers football team #23 Wisconsin #4 Ohio State 7 7 0 10 14 10 7 0 Columbus, Ohio 8:13 p.m. 3:20 105,826 Clear, 70 F, Wind SE 7 mph on Dan Capron Brent Musburger (play-by-play), Kirk Herbstreit (color) ABC Sources:Wisconsin vs Ohio State (Sep 28, 2013) http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/5wiscons.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics September 28, 2013 September 29, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131015214623/http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/5wiscons.html October 15, 2013 deadNo. 4/3 Ohio State Stays Perfect; Defeats No. 23/24 Wisconsin, 31–24 http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/092813aaa.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics September 28, 2013 September 29, 2013 yes 1 12:18 Ohio State Evan Spencer 25-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 7–0 1 3:52 Wisconsin Jared Abbrederis 36-yard pass from Joel Stave (Kyle French kick) 7–7 1 0:44 Ohio State Devin Smith 26-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 14–7 2 4:33 Ohio State Drew Basil 45-yard field goal Ohio State 17–7 2 1:30 Wisconsin Sam Arneson 11-yard run Joel Stave (Kyle French kick) Ohio State 17–14 2 0:01 Ohio State Corey Brown 40-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 24–14 3 2:18 Ohio State Corey Brown 1-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 31–14 4 13:47 Wisconsin James White 17-yard run (Kyle French kick) Ohio State 31–21 4 2:05 Wisconsin Kyle French 42-yard field goal Ohio State 31–24 yes In their first conference game of the 2013 season, Ohio State defeated the Wisconsin Badgers 31–24 in Columbus.Braxton Miller returns with 4 touchdowns as Ohio State rolls ESPN September 28, 2013 October 5, 2013 https://www.espn.com/college-football/recap?gameId=332710194 Braxton Miller was named as the starting quarterback for the first time in two weeks and would throw a 21-yard touchdown pass on the Buckeyes' first offensive possession.Urban Meyer names Braxton Miller starter for OSU vs. Wisconsin Sports Illustrated September 25, 2013 October 5, 2013 http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/college-football/news/20130925/ohio-state-buckeyes-braxton-miller-kenny-guiton-wisconsin.ap/ https://web.archive.org/web/20130927001924/http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/college-football/news/20130925/ohio-state-buckeyes-braxton-miller-kenny-guiton-wisconsin.ap/ dead September 27, 2013 Wisconsin would tie the game up on their second offensive possession with a 36-yard touchdown pass from Joel Stave to Jared Abbrederis.Ohio State Streak Is at 17 With Win Over Wisconsin https://www.nytimes.com/2013/09/29/sports/ncaafootball/college-football-roundup.html?_r=0 New York Times September 28, 2013 October 5, 2013 The Buckeyes' would respond with a 26-yard touchdown pass from Miller to Devin Smith, giving Ohio State a 14–7 lead at the end of the first quarter. Ohio State would extend their lead early in the second quarter, with a 45-yard Drew Basil field goal. Joel Stave would throw his second touchdown pass the Same Arneson, bringing the Buckeye lead back to one possession. In the final minutes of the half, the Buckeye offense would drive down the field and score on a touchdown pass from Braxton Miller to Corey Brown, giving the Ohio State a 24–14 at halftime.Ohio State 31, Wisconsin 24: Miller Night Bill Rabinowitz http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/public/2013/09/0928-wisconsin-ohio-state/ohio-state-game-story-lead.html The Columbus Dispatch September 29, 2013 October 5, 2013 The Badgers' would commit their first turnover in the third quarter on a pass intercepted by Bradley Roby. Ohio State would score a touchdown reception by Corey Brown, giving Ohio State a 31–14 lead. Wisconsin would put together a 9-play, 75-yard drive in the fourth quarter, which resulted in a touchdown run from James White. The Badgers' again received the ball with less than five minutes remaining and were able to drive down to the Buckeye 24 yard line and would ultimately settle for a 42-yard field goal. The Buckeyes' recovered the ensuing onside kick and would seal the 31–24 victory. Braxton Miller was recognized as the Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week after completing 17 of 25 pass attempts for 198 yards, while Cameron Johnston was named the Big Ten Special Teams Player of the Week.Illinois, Iowa and Ohio State Garner Weekly Football Laurels http://www.bigten.org/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/093013aaa.html Big Ten Conference September 30, 2013 December 2, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131203012214/http://www.bigten.org/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/093013aaa.html December 3, 2013 dead During the game senior safety Christian Bryant sustained an ankle injury during the game, which ultimately ended his season and career at Ohio State.Ward Austin Christian Bryant breaks ankle in win ESPN September 29, 2013 October 5, 2013 https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/9742077/christian-bryant-ohio-state-buckeyes-breaks-ankle-surgery With the victory, Ohio State's winning streak reached 17 games, and they improved their overall record against Wisconsin to 56–18–5.Ohio State vs Wisconsin David DeLassus http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=3605 College Football Data Warehouse May 29, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20150109051044/http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=3605 January 9, 2015 dead mdy-allPostgame Notes From Ohio State vs. Wisconsin http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/092913aaa.html September 29, 2013 December 2, 2013 Northwestern 2013 Northwestern Wildcats football team No. 4 Ohio State No. 16 Northwestern 10 3 7 20 7 13 3 7 Evanston, Illinois 8:13 p.m. 3:24 47,330 Scattered showers, 68 F, wind E 3 mph on Mike Cannon Brent Musburger (play-by-play), Kirk Herbstreit (color) ABC Sources:Ohio State vs Northwestern (Oct 05, 2013) http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/6nu.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics October 5, 2013 October 16, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131020235049/http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/6nu.html October 20, 2013 deadHyde Leads No. 3/4 Ohio State Past No. 15/16 Northwestern, 40–30 http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/100613aab.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics October 5, 2013 October 16, 2013 yes 1 12:31 Ohio State Drew Basil 27-yard field goal Ohio State 3–0 1 8:00 Northwestern Kain Colter 9-yard pass from Trevor Siemian (Jeff Budzien kick) Northwestern 7–3 1 2:33 Ohio State Bradley Roby blocked punt return (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 10–7 2 13:19 Northwestern Kain Colter 2-yard run (Jeff Budzien kick) Northwestern 14–10 2 8:36 Ohio State Drew Basil 20-yard field goal Northwestern 14–13 2 5:00 Northwestern Jeff Budzien 23-yard field goal Northwestern 17–13 2 0:56 Northwestern Jeff Budzien 29-yard field goal Northwestern 20–13 3 10:40 Northwestern Jeff Budzien 32-yard field goal Northwestern 23–13 3 3:54 Ohio State Carlos Hyde 4-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Northwestern 23–20 4 11:29 Ohio State Carlos Hyde 2-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 27–23 4 9:10 Northwestern Cameron Dickerson 12-yard pass from Trevor Siemian (Jeff Budzien kick) Northwestern 30–27 4 5:22 Ohio State Carlos Hyde 7-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 34–30 4 0:00 Ohio State Joey Bosa fumble recovery Ohio State 40–30 yes For the first time since 2008, Ohio State played Northwestern in Evanston, and in the game Ohio State defeated the Wildcats 40–30.Carlos Hyde, No. 4 Ohio State top Northwestern for 18th straight win https://www.espn.com/college-football/recap?gameId=332780077 ESPN October 5, 2013 October 26, 2013 Ohio State received the opening kickoff and scored first on a Drew Basil 27-yard field goal. Tyler Scott forced a fumble on Ohio State's second possession, giving the Wildcats the ball deep in Ohio State territory. Northwestern took advantage of the turnover, scoring on a touchdown pass from Trevor Siemiah to Kain Colter, giving the Wildcats the 7–3 lead.Schroeder George Ohio State gets a victory and a dose of toughness https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/ncaaf/bigten/2013/10/05/college-football-ohio-state-buckeyes-northwestern-wildcats/2928459/ USA Today October 6, 2013 October 26, 2013 A blocked punt in the shadow of Northwestern's endzone by Bradley Roby gave Ohio State their first touchdown and a 10–7 lead at the end of the first quarter.Ohio State 40, Northwestern 30: By a Whisker Bill Rabinowitz http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/public/2013/10/1005-nw-ohio-state/ohio-state-game-story-lead.html The Columbus Dispatch October 6, 2013 October 26, 2013 Ohio State's first drive of the second quarter covered 72 yards, and resulted in a 20-yard field goal from Basil. Northwestern scored on all of their drives in the second quarter, including a Kain Colter touchdown run, along with Jeff Budzien field goals, giving the Wildcats a 20–13 lead at halftime. Northwestern extended their lead on the first possession of the second half, driving 60 yards and taking a ten-point lead following a 32-yard field goal from Budzien. Ohio State committed third turnover on their first possession of the half, after a Braxton Miller fumble.Still Perfect: Ohio State Remains Unbeaten After Riding Carlos Hyde to a Sloppy Victory at Northwestern Zack Meisel http://www.cleveland.com/osu/index.ssf/2013/10/still_perfect_despite_sloppy_p.html The Plain Dealer Cleveland October 6, 2013 October 26, 2013 A touchdown run from Carlos Hyde on the Buckeyes' next offensive drive would cut the Wildcat lead down to one possession. Doran Grant intercepted a Trevor Siemian pass early in the fourth quarter, setting up the Buckeyes deep within Northwestern territory. Hyde's second touchdown run gave Ohio State the lead again at 27–23. Northwestern responded with a Cameron Dickerson 12-yard touchdown reception from Siemian. Ohio State took the lead for good after a third touchdown run from Hyde, following an 81-yard drive. A Wildcat fumbled lateral recovered by Joey Bosa made the final score 40–30. Hyde was recognized as Big Ten co-Offensive Player of the Week for his three touchdown runs, Roby was recognized as the Big Ten Special Teams Player of the Week, while Bosa was named Big Ten Freshman of the Week.Michigan State, Nebraska and Ohio State Earn Weekly Football Honors http://www.bigten.org/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/100713aab.html Big Ten Conference October 7, 2013 December 2, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131203013748/http://www.bigten.org/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/100713aab.html December 3, 2013 dead With the victory, Ohio State's winning streak reached 18 games, and they improved their overall record against Northwestern to 60–14–1.Ohio State vs Northwestern (IL) David DeLassus http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=2330 College Football Data Warehouse May 29, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20130928124624/http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=2330 September 28, 2013 deadPostgame Notes From Ohio State at Northwestern http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/100613aaa.html Ohio State Department of Athletics October 5, 2013 December 2, 2013 Iowa 2013 Iowa Hawkeyes football team Iowa #4 Ohio State 10 7 7 0 3 7 14 10 Columbus, Ohio 3:37 p.m. 3:11 105,264 Cloudy, 46 F, Wind N 13 mph on Bill LeMonnier Bob Wischusen (play-by-play), Rod Gilmore (color) ABC Sources:Iowa vs Ohio State (Oct 19, 2013) http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/7iowa.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics October 19, 2013 October 26, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131029202701/http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/7iowa.html October 29, 2013 deadNo. 4 Ohio State defeats Hawkeyes, 34–24; Improves to 7–0 http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/101913aab.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics October 19, 2013 October 26, 2013 yes 1 9:23 Iowa C.J. Fiedorowicz 2-yard pass from Jake Rudock (Mike Meyer kick) Iowa 7–0 1 4:00 Ohio State Drew Basil 27-yard field goal Iowa 7–3 1 0:07 Iowa Mike Meyer 28-yard field goal Iowa 10–3 2 13:58 Ohio State Corey Brown 58-yard pass Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) 10–10 2 7:21 Iowa Kevonte Martin-Manley 6-yard pass from Jake Rudock (Mike Meyer kick) Iowa 17–10 3 10:18 Ohio State Carlos Hyde 1-yard run (Drew Basil kick) 17–17 3 3:15 Ohio State Devin Smith 14-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 24–17 3 2:30 Iowa Jake Duzey 85-yard pass from Jake Rudock (Mike Meyer kick) 24–24 4 13:24 Ohio State Carlos Hyde 19-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 31–24 4 5:50 Ohio State Drew Basil 25-yard field goal Ohio State 34–24 yes In their seventh game of the 2013 season and their third conference game, Ohio State defeated the Iowa Hawkeyes 34–24 in Columbus.No. 4 Ohio State Rallies Past Iowa to Win 19th Straight https://www.espn.com/college-football/recap?gameId=332920194 ESPN October 19, 2013 November 3, 2013 Iowa received the opening kickoff and put together a 12-play, 80-yard drive that resulted in a 2-yard touchdown reception from Jake Rudock to C. J. Fiedorowicz, giving the Hawkeyes a 7–0 lead. Ohio State would respond on their first offensive drive by putting together a 12 play drive of their own that ended in a 27-yard Drew Basil field goal. Iowa again drove down the field on their second drive and would score on a Mike Meyer 28-yard field goal, giving the Hawkeyes a 10–3 lead at the end of the first quarter. Three plays into the second quarter Braxton Miller threw a 58-yard touchdown pass to Corey Browing, which tied the game.Ohio State 34, Iowa 24: Buckeyes Regain Their Balance Bill Rabinowitz http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/public/2013/10/1019-iowa-ohio-state/ohio-state-game-story-lead.html The Columbus Dispatch October 19, 2013 November 3, 2013 Iowa took the lead on their next possession on a Jake Rudock touchdown pass to Kevonte Martin-Manley. Ohio State would start the second half with a 1-yard touchdown run from Carlos Hyde. After a defensive stop, Braxton Miller touchdown pass to Devin Smith, which gave Ohio State a 24–17 lead. Iowa would respond on their next possession with one play, an 85-yard touchdown pass from Jake Rudock to Jake Duzey, tying the score again. In the fourth quarter, Ohio State would score on a second Hyde touchdown run, as well as a 25-yard field goal from Drew Basil. For the first time since the 2008 season, the Buckeyes' did not punt a single time in the game.Game Notes – No. 4 Ohio State vs. Iowa http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/101913aaa.html Ohio State Department of Athletics October 19, 2013 December 2, 2013 With the victory, Ohio State's winning streak reached 19 games, and they improved their overall record against Iowa to 46–14–3 (47–14–3 without NCAA vacations and forfeits).Ohio State vs Iowa David DeLassus http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=1532 College Football Data Warehouse May 29, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20021003140435/http://cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=1532 October 3, 2002 dead Penn State 2013 Penn State Nittany Lions football team Ohio State–Penn State football rivalry Penn State #4 Ohio State 0 7 0 7 14 28 14 7 Columbus, Ohio 8:13 p.m. 3:19 105,889 Mostly Cloudy, 45 F, Wind SW 11 mph on Dave Witvoet Brad Nessler (play-by-play), Todd Blackledge (color) ABC Sources:Penn State vs Ohio State (Oct 26, 2013) http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/8psu.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics October 26, 2013 November 16, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131203142417/http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/8psu.html December 3, 2013 deadNo. 4 Ohio State wins 20th straight; Defeat Penn State 63–14 http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/102613aaa.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics October 26, 2013 November 16, 2013 yes 1 12:43 Ohio State Carlos Hyde 2-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 7–0 1 1:10 Ohio State Braxton Miller 39-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 14–0 2 13:00 Ohio State Braxton Miller 6-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 21–0 2 8:24 Ohio State Chris Fields 3-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 28–0 2 4:12 Penn State Brandon Felder 12-yard pass from Christian Hackenberg (Sam Ficken kick) Ohio State 28–7 2 3:16 Ohio State Carlos Hyde 39-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 35–7 2 0:03 Ohio State Corey Brown 25-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 42–7 3 8:52 Ohio State Dontre Wilson 26-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 49–7 3 4:01 Ohio State Kenny Guiton 2-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 56–7 4 8:24 Ohio State Kenny Guiton 11-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 63–7 4 7:33 Penn State Allen Robinson 65-yard pass from Tyler Ferguson (Same Ficken kick) Ohio State 63–14 yes In their annual rivalry game, Ohio State defeated the Penn State Nittany Lions in Columbus 63–14.No. 4 Ohio St. Posts 63–14 Win; Worst Penn St. Loss in 114 Years https://www.espn.com/college-football/recap?gameId=332990194 ESPN October 26, 2013 November 16, 2013 Ohio State opened the game with a 7-play, 75-yard drive and scored on a two-yard run from Carlos Hyde.Ohio State 63, Penn State 14: October Fest Bill Rabinowitz http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/public/2013/10/1026-penn-state-ohio-state/ohio-state-game-story-lead.html The Columbus Dispatch October 27, 2013 November 16, 2013 Corey Brown would force an interception on the Nittany Lions' first offensive drive, though the Buckeye offense was unable to capitalize. Ohio State would score the next three touchdowns unanswered, giving the Buckeyes' a 28–0 lead. Two touchdowns came on 39-yard and 6-yard runs from Braxton Miller, with the third coming on a 3-yard pass from Miller to Chris Fields. Penn State would get on the board midway through the second quarter, scoring on a 12-yard pass from Christian Hackenberg to Brandon Felder.Ohio State Rolls Over Penn State, 63–14 Eric Seger http://thelantern.com/2013/10/ohio-state-rolls-over-penn-state-63-14/ The Lantern The Ohio State University October 26, 2013 November 16, 2013 A 39-yard run by Hyde, along with a 25-yard pass from Miller to Corey Brown would give Ohio State a 42–7 lead at halftime.Ohio State-Penn State: Quarter-by-Quarter Analysis Bill Rabinowitz http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/2013/10/26/1026-osu-penn-state-game/quarter-by-quarter.html The Columbus Dispatch October 27, 2013 November 16, 2013 Curtis Grant would recover a fumble on Penn State's second drive of the third quarter and set up the Buckeye offense in Penn State territory. Ohio State would capitalize on the turnover, scoring on a 26-yard pass from Braxton Miller to Dontre Wilson. A 2-yard touchdown run from Kenny Guiton on the Buckeyes' next offensive drive would give Ohio State a 56–7 lead at the end of the third quarter. Guiton and the Buckeye offense would complete a 13-play, 79-yard drive early in the fourth quarter that would end with another Guiton touchdown run. A 65-yard pass from Tyler Ferguson to Allen Robinson would give Penn State their second touchdown of the game, making the final score 63–14. Braxton Miller was recognized at the Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week for his five touchdowns, while Dontre Wilson was recognized as the Big Ten Freshman of the Week for his touchdown reception and 96 all-purpose yards.Iowa, Minnesota and Ohio State Earn Weekly Football Laurels http://www.bigten.org/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/102813aaa.html Big Ten Conference October 28, 2013 December 1, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20150923223849/http://www.bigten.org/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/102813aaa.html September 23, 2015 dead With the victory, Ohio State's winning streak reached 20 games, and they improved their overall record against Penn State to 15–13 (16–13 without NCAA vacations and forfeits)(Penn States vacated wins were re-instated by the NCAA).Ohio State vs. Penn State – Game Notes http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/102613aac.html Ohio State Department of Athletics October 26, 2013 November 16, 2013Ohio State vs Penn St. David DeLassus http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=2514 College Football Data Warehouse May 29, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131015015949/http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=2514 October 15, 2013 dead mdy-all Purdue 2013 Purdue Boilermakers football team #4 Ohio State Purdue 28 14 7 7 0 0 0 0 West Lafayette, Indiana 12:01 p.m. 3:09 51,423 Partly Cloudy, 47 F, Wind NW 10 mph on Jerry McGinn Kevin Kugler (play-by-play), Glen Mason (color) BTN Sources:Ohio State vs Purdue (Nov 02, 2013) http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/9purdue.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics November 2, 2013 November 16, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131107053548/http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/9purdue.html November 7, 2013 deadOhio State Rolls Past Boilermakers 56–0 http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/110213aab.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics November 2, 2013 November 16, 2013 yes 1 14:03 Ohio State Doran Grant 33-yard interception return (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 7–0 1 11:28 Ohio State Jeff Heuerman 40-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 14–0 1 2:37 Ohio State Nick Vannett 8-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 21–0 1 2:10 Ohio State Corey Brown 2-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 28–0 2 8:20 Ohio State Chris Fields 1-yard pass from Kenny Guiton (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 35–0 2 1:46 Ohio State Ezekiel Elliott 10-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 42–0 3 11:20 Ohio State Kenny Guiton 4-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 49–0 4 10:37 Ohio State Kenny Guiton 1-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 56–0 yes In their ninth game of the 2013 season, Ohio State shutout the Purdue Boilermakers 56–0 in West Lafayette.Braxton Miller Passes for 233 Yards, 4 TDs as OSU Smacks Purdue https://www.espn.com/college-football/recap?gameId=333062509 ESPN November 2, 2013 November 23, 2013 The Buckeyes' took a 14–0 lead within minutes of the kickoff, scoring on an interception by Doran Grant on the second play of the game, as well as a 40-yard pass from Braxton Miller to Jeff Heuerman. Later in the quarter, Ohio State would put together a 6-play, 62-yard drive that would end with a Braxton Miller pass to Nick Vannett and give the Buckeyes a three possession lead.Ohio State 56, Purdue 0: Chugging Along Bill Rabinowitz http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/public/2013/11/1102-purdue-ohio-state/ohio-state-game-story-lead.html The Columbus Dispatch November 3, 2013 November 23, 2013 Noah Spence would force a fumble, which would allow the Buckeyes' to score on a 2-yard touchdown pass from Miller to Corey Brown giving Ohio State a 28–0 lead. In the second quarter Kenny Guiton would come in and throw a one-yard touchdown pass to Chris Fields. Ohio State's final drive of the half would end in a 10-yard touchdown pass from Braxton Miller to freshman Ezekiel Elliott, with the Buckeyes' taking a 42–0 lead into halftime.Ohio State Puts End to West Lafayette Blues, Beats Purdue 56–0 Eric Seger http://thelantern.com/2013/11/ohio-state-puts-end-to-west-lafayette-blues-beats-purdue-56-0/ The Lantern The Ohio State University November 2, 2013 November 23, 2013 Guiton would again lead the Buckeyes' into the endzone, this time on the first drive of the third quarter, this time running four yards for the touchdown. The Buckeye defense would force their second shutout of the season, holding the Boilermakers out of Ohio State territory for most of the game.Ohio State Sideline: No Surprises on This Visit to Purdue Tim May http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/2013/11/02/1102-ohio-state-purdue-game/ohio-state-sideline.html The Columbus Dispatch November 3, 2013 November 23, 2013 Kenny Guiton would score his second touchdown on the ground, this time running one yard for the score, and giving Ohio State a 56–0 lead. With the victory, Ohio State's winning streak reached 21 games, and they improved their overall record against Purdue to 39–14–2 (40–14–5 without NCAA vacations and forfeits).Postgame Notes From No. 4 Ohio State vs. Purdue http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/110213aaa.html Ohio State Athletic Department November 2, 2013 November 23, 2013Ohio State vs Purdue (IN) David DeLassus http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=2652 College Football Data Warehouse May 29, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20130928124336/http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=2652 September 28, 2013 dead Illinois 2013 Illinois Fighting Illini football team Illinois–Ohio State football rivalry Illibuck #3 Ohio State Illinois 21 14 9 16 0 14 7 14 Champaign, Illinois 12:01 p.m. 3:50 44,095 Cloudy, 55 F, Wind S 18 mph on Todd Geerlings Dave Pasch (play-by-play), Brian Griese (color) ESPN Sources:Ohio State vs Illinois (Nov 16, 2013) http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/10illino.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics November 16, 2013 November 23, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131202230059/http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/10illino.html December 2, 2013 deadHyde, Miller Lead No. 3 Buckeyes Past Illinois, 60–35 http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/111613aaa.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics November 16, 2013 November 23, 2013 yes 1 14:24 Ohio State Braxton Miller 70-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 7–0 1 4:55 Ohio State Carlos Hyde 18-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 14–0 1 3:30 Ohio State Bradley Roby 63-yard interception return (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 21–0 2 10:20 Ohio State Corey Brown 11-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 28–0 2 7:29 Illinois V'Angelo Bentley 67-yard punt return (Taylor Zalewski kick) Ohio State 28–7 2 5:47 Ohio State Carlos Hyde 8-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 35–7 2 2:25 Illinois Steve Hull 19-yard pass from Nate Scheelhaase (Taylor Zalewski kick) Ohio State 35–14 3 12:06 Illinois Evan Wilson 1-yard pass from Nate Scheelhaase (Taylor Zalewski kick) Ohio State 35–21 3 4:59 Ohio State Team safety Ohio State 37–21 3 4:01 Ohio State Carlos Hyde 1-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 44–21 4 14:22 Illinois Nate Scheelhaase 5-yard run (Miles Osei pass from Nate Scheelhaase) Ohio State 44–29 4 10:43 Ohio State Drew Basil 30-yard field goal Ohio State 47–29 4 8:49 Illinois Josh Ferguson 4-yard run (Nate Scheelhaase pass failed) Ohio State 47–35 4 4:03 Ohio State Carlos Hyde 51-yard run (Drew Basil kick failed) Ohio State 53–35 4 2:09 Ohio State Carlos Hyde 55-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 60–35 yes In their annual rivalry game, Ohio State defeated the Illinois Fighting Illini 60–35 in Champaign.Carlos Hyde, Braxton Miller lift Buckeyes from ground in rout of Illini https://www.espn.com/college-football/recap?gameId=333200356 ESPN November 16, 2013 December 1, 2013 Ohio State quickly jumped out to a 21–0 lead, scoring on 70-yard run by Braxton Miller, an 18-yard pass from Miller to Carlos Hyde, as well as an interception return by Bradley Roby.Ohio State 60, Illinois 35: Hyde and Streak Bill Rabinowitz http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/public/2013/11/1116-illinois-ohio-state/ohio-state-game-story-lead.html The Columbus Dispatch November 17, 2013 December 1, 2013 The Buckeyes' would extend the lead to 28–0 in the second quarter on a Corey Brown reception. Illinois would score their first points of the day on a 67-yard punt return from V'Angelo Bentley. The Buckeyes' responded with a six play drive, which concluded in a Hyde touchdown run. An Illinois drive towards the end of the first half would cover 75 yards and end on a touchdown pass from Nate Scheelhaase to Steve Hull, making the score 35–14 at halftime.Ohio State-Illinois: Quarter-by-Quarter analysis http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/2013/11/16/osu-illinois-game/quarter-by-quarter.html The Columbus Dispatch November 17, 2013 December 1, 2013 Illinois received the ball to open the third quarter and would score on a second touchdown pass from Scheelhaase, this time to Evan Wilson, making it a two possession game. Ohio State would fumble on their ensuing drive. The Buckeyes' defense would score again, this time by sacking Scheelhaase in the endzone for the safety, which would result in a Carlos Hyde touchdown and giving Ohio State the 44–21 lead. The Illini and Nate Scheelhaase would respond, scoring a touchdown on the third play of the fourth quarter, and by converting the two point conversion, would make it a two possession game once again. A Drew Basil field goal on the next Buckeye drive would be answered by an Illinois touchdown, this time by Josh Ferguson. A third Carlos Hyde touchdown run late in the fourth quarter would put the game out of reach for the Illini, with Hyde's fourth touchdown on Ohio State's next offensive drive being the final scoring play of the game. For scoring four touchdowns in the game and rushing for 246 yards, fourth most in Buckeye history, Hyde was recognized as the Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week. Ryan Shazier, who had 16 tackles, was recognized as the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week.Michigan, Ohio State and Wisconsin Earn Weekly Football Honors http://www.bigten.org/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/111813aaa.html Big Ten Conference November 18, 2013 December 1, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131203012031/http://www.bigten.org/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/111813aaa.html December 3, 2013 dead With the victory, Ohio State's winning streak reached 22 games, and they improved their overall record against Illinois to 65–30–4 (66–30–4 without NCAA vacations and forfeits).Ohio State vs Illinois David DeLassus http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=1502 College Football Data Warehouse May 29, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20021003140518/http://cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=1502 October 3, 2002 dead mdy-all Indiana 2013 Indiana Hoosiers football team Indiana #4 Ohio State 0 0 0 14 14 14 7 7 Columbus, Ohio 3:34 p.m. 3:07 104,990 Snow showers, 33 F, Wind NW 15 mph on Dave Witvoet Dave Flemming (play-by-play), Chris Spielman (color) ABC Sources:Indiana vs Ohio State (Nov 23, 2013) http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/11indian.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics November 23, 2013 November 30, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131203024232/http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/11indian.html December 3, 2013 deadOhio State defeats Indiana, 42–14; Win 23rd straight game http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/112313aab.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics November 23, 2013 November 30, 2013 yes 1 12:41 Ohio State Carlos Hyde 16-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 7–0 1 8:11 Ohio State Braxton Miller 37-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 14–0 2 8:36 Ohio State Braxton Miller 5-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 21–0 2 0:37 Ohio State Carlos Hyde 5-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 28–0 3 4:44 Ohio State Dontre Wilson 24-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 35–0 4 10:37 Ohio State Devin Smith 39-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 42–0 4 5:59 Indiana Shane Wynn 4-yard pass from Nate Sudfeld (Mitch Ewald kick) Ohio State 42–7 4 2:03 Indiana D'Angelo Roberts 25-yard pass from Nate Sudfeld (Mitch Ewald kick) Ohio State 42–14 yes In the final home game of the 2013 season, Ohio State defeated the Indiana Hoosiers 42–14 in Columbus.No. 3 Ohio State extends school-record winning streak to 23 https://www.espn.com/college-football/recap/_/gameId/333270194 ESPN November 23, 2013 December 1, 2013 Ohio State shutout the Hoosiers through the first three quarter of the game, and would jump out to another fast start in the first quarter, going up 14–0. The Buckeyes' scored on their first possession of the game on a 16-yard Carlos Hyde run, and would score on their second possession with a 37-yard Braxton Miller run.Ohio State 42, Indiana 14: Down in History Bill Rabinowitz http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/public/2013/11/1123-indiana-ohio-state/ohio-state-game-story-lead.html The Columbus Dispatch November 24, 2013 December 1, 2013 A blocked punt by Bradley Roby would set up the Ohio State offense at the Hoosier 8 yard line. The Buckeyes' would score two plays later Braxton Miller would score his second rushing touchdown of the game. Following a sack by Michael Bennett on fourth down, Ohio State drove 69 yards and scored on a Carlos Hyde run in the closing seconds of the second quarter, giving the Buckeyes' a 28–0 lead a halftime. Indiana would open up the second half with a 13 play drive, but would fail to score after Mitch Ewald missed a 41-yard field goal. Ohio State would score their fifth touchdown on a 24-yard pass from Braxton Miller to freshman Dontre Wilson. A fumble forced by Ryan Shazier at the end of the third quarter would keep the Hoosiers' out of the endzone.Ohio State vs. Indiana – What Went Right: Carlos Hyde's March to 1,000 Yards, Ryan Shazier's 20 Tackles Zack Meisel http://www.cleveland.com/osu/index.ssf/2013/11/who_gets_the_credit_for_carlos.html The Columbus Dispatch November 24, 2013 December 1, 2013 The Buckeyes' would score on a touchdown pass from Miller to Devin Smith at the start of the fourth quarter, giving them a 42–0 lead.Ohio State-Indiana: Quarter-by-Quarter Analysis http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/2013/11/23/osu-indiana/quarter-by-quarter.html The Columbus Dispatch November 24, 2013 December 1, 2013 Indiana would score on two Nate Sudfeld passes in the fourth quarter, the first to Shane Wynn, and the second to D'Angelo Roberts, making the final score 42–14. Ryan Shazier was recognized as the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week for his 16 tackles.Five Schools Collect Big Ten Weekly Football Laurels http://www.bigten.org/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/112513aab.html Big Ten Conference November 25, 2013 December 1, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131203012515/http://www.bigten.org/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/112513aab.html December 3, 2013 dead With the victory, Ohio State's winning streak reached 23 games, a school record.Ohio State vs. Indiana – Game Notes http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/112313aad.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics November 23, 2013 December 1, 2013 The Buckeyes' improved their overall record against Indiana to 69–12–5 (70–12–5 without NCAA vacations and forfeits).Ohio State vs Indiana David DeLassus http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=1516 College Football Data Warehouse May 29, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131015011516/http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=1516 October 15, 2013 dead mdy-all Michigan 2013 Michigan Wolverines football team Michigan–Ohio State football rivalry The Game #3 Ohio State Michigan 14 7 14 7 14 7 0 20 Ann Arbor, Michigan 12:06 p.m. 3:32 113,511 Partly Cloudy, 37 F, Wind S 13 mph on Mike Cannon Brad Nessler (color), Todd Blackledge (play-by-play) ABC Sources:Ohio State vs Michigan (Nov 30, 2013) http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/mich-osu.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics November 30, 2013 November 30, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131203021712/http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/mich-osu.html December 3, 2013 deadNo. 3 Ohio State Wins The Game, 42–41 http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/113013aac.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics November 30, 2013 November 30, 2013 yes 1 9:24 Michigan Devin Gardner 1-yard run (Matt Wile kick) Michigan 7–0 1 5:08 Ohio State Devin Smith 53-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) 7–7 1 2:11 Michigan Fitzgerald Toussaint 4-yard run (Matt Wile kick) Michigan 14–7 1 0:55 Ohio State Braxton Miller 53-yard run (Drew Basil kick) 14–14 2 14:28 Michigan Jeremy Gallon 17-yard pass from Devin Gardner (Matt Wile kick) Michigan 21–14 2 1:03 Ohio State Braxton Miller 21-yard run (Drew Basil kick) 21–21 3 6:59 Ohio State Braxton Miller 3-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 28–21 3 1:05 Ohio State Jeff Heuerman 22-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 35–21 4 11:15 Michigan Drew Dileo 11-yard pass from Devin Gardner (Matt Wile kick) Ohio State 35–28 4 5:01 Michigan Jake Butt 2-yard pass from Devin Gardner (Matt Wile kick) 35–35 4 2:20 Ohio State Carlos Hyde 1-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 42–35 4 0:32 Michigan Devin Funchess 2-yard pass from Devin Gardner (Devin Gardner pass intercepted) Ohio State 42–41 yes thumb|alt=American football players during a play|left|Ohio State lines up on offense near midfield. In the 2013 edition of The Game, Ohio State defeated the Michigan Wolverines 42–41 in Ann Arbor.Ohio State survives when Michigan's 2-point attempt fails https://www.espn.com/college-football/recap?gameId=333340130 ESPN November 30, 2013 December 2, 2013 After forcing a punt on the Buckeyes' first possession of the game, the Wolverines' would drive 99 yards in 5 plays, scoring on a 1-yard run from Devin Gardner.Ohio State-Michigan: Quarter-by-Quarter Analysis http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/2013/11/30/osu-michigan/quarter-by-quarter.html The Columbus Dispatch December 1, 2013 December 2, 2013 Ohio State responded with a 53-yard touchdown pass from Braxton Miller to Devin Smith. A 4-yard touchdown run from Fitzgerald Toussaint on Michigan's next drive, along with a 53-yard touchdown run from Miller tied the game 14–14 at the end of the first quarter. Michigan, who would score on their first three drives of the game, took the lead on a touchdown pass from Gardner to Jeremy Gallon early in the second quarter. Ohio State would score their third touchdown of the day in the final minutes of the half on a 21-yard Miller run, tying the score 21–21 at halftime. A fumble recovered by Tyvis Powell midway through the third quarter would set up the Buckeyes' 56-yard drive, culminating in a 3-yard touchdown run from Braxton Miller. A 22-yard touchdown pass from Miller to Jeff Heuerman on the ensuing Buckeye drive gave Ohio State the 35–21 lead at the end of the third quarter.Ohio State 42, Michigan 41: Fight to the Finish Bill Rabinowitz http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/public/2013/11/1130-michigan-ohio-state/ohio-state-game-story-lead.html The Columbus Dispatch December 1, 2013 December 2, 2013 A Devin Gardner touchdown pass to Drew Dileo early in the fourth quarter would cut the Buckeye lead down to one possession. A Carlos Hyde fumble on the following Buckeye drive set up the Wolverines in Ohio State territory, with Gardner throwing his third touchdown pass to Jake Butt and tying the score 35–35.Ohio State football: Carlos Hyde Makes Up for Fumble with 226 Yards Rushing, TD Tim May http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/2013/11/30/osu-michigan/ohio-state-football-sidebar-1.html The Columbus Dispatch December 1, 2013 December 2, 2013 Ohio State would drive 65 yard on their ensuing possession and take the lead on a Hyde touchdown run. The Wolverines' would put together an 11-play, 84-yard drive at the end of the game, scoring on a Gardner touchdown pass to Devin Funchess. The Wolverines attempted at two-point conversion for the victory, though it would fail after Tyvis Powell intercepted Gardner's pass attempt. With the victory, Ohio State secured their second consecutive undefeated regular season, along with extending their winning streak to 24 games.Postgame Notes From No. 3 Ohio State at Michigan http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/113013aad.html Ohio State Athletic Department November 30, 2013 December 2, 2013 The 83 points scored between both teams was the second most in the history of "The Game", with 86 points being scored in 1902. With their second consecutive victory over Michigan, Ohio State improved their overall record against Michigan to 45–58–6 (46–58–6 without NCAA vacations and forfeits).Ohio State vs Michigan David DeLassus http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=1977 College Football Data Warehouse May 29, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131015013745/http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=1977 October 15, 2013 dead mdy-all Michigan State 2013 Michigan State Spartans football team 2013 Big Ten Football Championship Game Big Ten Championship Game #2 Ohio State #10 Michigan State 0 10 14 0 3 14 3 14 Indianapolis, Indiana 8:19 p.m. 3:38 66,002 Indoors Dan Capron Gus Johnson (play-by-play), Charles Davis (color) Fox Sources:Ohio State Univ. vs Michigan State Univ. (12/5/2013) http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/bigten13.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics December 8, 2013 December 18, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131219035456/http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/stats/2013-2014/bigten13.html December 19, 2013 deadNo. 2 Ohio State Falls to No. 10 Michigan St, 34–24 http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/120813aaa.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics December 8, 2013 December 18, 2013 yes 1 8:31 Michigan State Michael Geiger 40-yard field goal Michigan State 3–0 2 14:50 Michigan State Keith Mumphrey 72-yard pass from Connor Cook (Michael Geiger kick) Michigan State 10–0 2 9:01 Michigan State Tony Lippett 33-yard pass from Connor Cook (Michael Geiger kick) Michigan State 17–0 2 6:26 Ohio State Corey Brown 20-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick) Michigan State 17–7 2 0:00 Ohio State Drew Basil 28-yard field goal Michigan State 17–10 3 12:21 Ohio State Braxton Miller 8-yard run (Drew Basil kick) 17–17 3 5:36 Ohio State Braxton Miller 6-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 24–17 3 2:29 Michigan State Michael Geiger 44-yard field goal Ohio State 24–20 4 11:41 Michigan State Josiah Price 9-yard pass from Connor Cook (Michael Geiger kick) Michigan State 27–24 4 2:16 Michigan State Jeremy Langford 26-yard run (Michael Geiger kick) Michigan State 34–24 yes In the program's first appearance in the Big Ten Championship Game, Ohio State was defeated by the Michigan State Spartans 34–24.Michigan State ruins Ohio State's win streak, path to BCS title game https://www.espn.com/college-football/recap?gameId=333410127 ESPN December 7, 2013 December 18, 2013 The Spartans' would receive the ball first and put together a 14-play drive that would cover 47 yards and end in a Michael Geiger 40-yard field goal, giving Michigan State the 3–0 lead, which would be the only scoring drive of the first quarter. Michigan State would extend their lead early in the second quarter, with two touchdown passes from Connor Cook to Keith Mumphery and Tony Lippett, giving the Spartans' the 17–0 advantage.Michigan State 34, Ohio State 24: No Quit, No Win Bill Rabinowitz http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/public/2013/12/1207-michigan-state-ohio-state-big-ten/ohio-state-game-story-lead.html The Columbus Dispatch December 8, 2013 December 18, 2013 The Buckeyes' would score their first points on their fourth drive of the game, which would end in a touchdown pass from Braxton Miller to Corey Brown. Ohio State would score the final points of the half on a 28-yard field goal from Drew Basil, and cutting the Spartan lead to 17–10 at halftime. Ohio State, who received the ball to open the second half, would tie the game up following a Braxton Miller 8-yard run. Ohio State would fail to capitalize on an interception from C.J. Barnett on the ensuing Spartan possession. The Buckeyes would take their first lead of the game midway through the third quarter after a 6-yard touchdown run from Miller, and giving Ohio State the 24–17 advantage. A field goal by Michael Geiger would cut the Ohio State lead to 24–20 at the end of the third quarter. Michigan State would take the lead once again early in the fourth quarter after a touchdown pass from Cook to Josiah Price. Ohio State would fail to convert a fourth down midway through the fourth quarter and give the ball back the Spartans, who would drive 61 yards in 6 plays, putting the Buckeyes away after a 26-yard Jeremy Langford touchdown run. The touchdown run would be the final scoring play of the game, with Michigan State defeated Ohio State 34–24. The loss ended Ohio State's 24-game win streak, the longest in school history and brought Ohio State's all-time record against the Spartans to 28–14.Ohio State vs Michigan St. David DeLassus http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=1988 College Football Data Warehouse December 18, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131015015234/http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=1988 October 15, 2013 dead mdy-allBig Ten Championship Game Post Game Notes http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/120813aac.html Ohio State Athletic Department December 8, 2013 December 18, 2013 Clemson 2013 Clemson Tigers football team 2014 Orange Bowl (January) Discover Orange Bowl #7 Ohio State #12 Clemson 9 13 7 6 14 6 14 6 Miami Gardens, Florida 8:32 p.m. 3:45 72,080 Mostly Cloudy, 64 F, Wind N 10 mph on John McDaid Joe Tessitore (play-by-play), Matt Millen (color) ESPN Sources:Ohio State vs Clemson Box Score http://grfx.cstv.com/photos/schools/osu/sports/m-footbl/auto_pdf/2013-14/box_score/stats_20140104aaa.pdf Ohio State University Department of Athletics January 4, 2014 January 4, 2014 January 4, 2014 https://web.archive.org/web/20140104211020/http://grfx.cstv.com/photos/schools/osu/sports/m-footbl/auto_pdf/2013-14/box_score/stats_20140104aaa.pdf deadBuckeyes Fall to Clemson in Discover Orange Bowl http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/recaps/010414aaa.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics January 4, 2014 January 4, 2014 yes 1 12:50 Clemson Tajh Boyd 48-yard run (Chandler Catanzaro kick) Clemson 7–0 1 5:44 Ohio State Braxton Miller 33-yard run (Drew Basil kick) 7–7 1 4:56 Clemson Sammy Watkins 34-yard pass from Tajh Boyd (Chandler Catanzaro kick) Clemson 14–7 1 2:25 Ohio State Team safety Clemson 14–9 2 6:16 Clemson Martavis Bryant 3-yard pass from Tajh Boyd (Chandler Catanzaro kick failed) Clemson 20–9 2 3:39 Ohio State Jeff Heuerman 57-yard pass Braxton Miller (Drew Basil kick blocked) Clemson 20–15 2 0:12 Ohio State Braxton Miller 3-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 22–20 3 5:50 Ohio State Carlos Hyde 1-yard run (Drew Basil kick) Ohio State 29–20 3 2:47 Clemson Sammy Watkins 30-yard pass from Tajh Boyd (Chandler Catanzaro kick) Ohio State 29–27 3 0:32 Clemson Martavis Bryant 3-yard pass from Tajh Boyd (Chandler Catanzaro kick) Clemson 34–29 4 11:35 Ohio State Carlos Hyde 14-yard pass from Braxton Miller (Kenny Guiton pass failed) Ohio State 35–34 4 6:16 Clemson Stanton Seckinger 5-yard pass from Tajh Boyd (Sammy Watkins pass failed) Clemson 40–35 yes Ohio State was selected to play in the Orange Bowl on December 8 as a BCS at-large team.Ohio State to the Discover Orange Bowl http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/120813aaa.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics December 8, 2013 December 18, 2013 Ohio State faced the Clemson Tigers of the Atlantic Coast Conference, who defeated the Buckeyes 40–35.Tajh Boyd, Sammy Watkins connect as Clemson rallies past Ohio State ESPN https://www.espn.com/college-football/recap?gameId=340030194 January 3, 2014 January 18, 2014 Clemson would open the game with a 6-play drive that resulted in a 48-yard touchdown run from Tajh Boyd. The Buckeyes' responded on their first offensive possession, driving 75 yards and tying the game on a Braxton Miller touchdown run. A 34-yard touchdown pass from Boyd to Sammy Watkins on Clemson's next possession gave the Tigers' a 14–7 lead.Clemson 40, Ohio State 35: Orange crushed Bill Rabinowitz http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/public/2014/01/ohio-state-game-story-lead.html The Columbus Dispatch January 4, 2014 January 18, 2014 After the Buckeyes' special teams pinned Clemson within one yard of their endzone, the Ohio State defense forced an intentional grounding penalty in endzone, resulting in a safety, cutting the Clemson lead to 14–9 at the end of the first quarter. The Tigers' would extend their lead midway through the second quarter on a touchdown pass from Tajh Boyd to Martavis Bryant, giving Clemson a 20–9 lead. Ohio State responded on their next possession, with a 5-play drive, resulting in a touchdown pass from Braxton Miller to Jeff Heuerman. A Miller 3-yard touchdown run at the end of the half gave the Buckeyes' their first lead at 22–20 going into halftime. Carlos Hyde scored his first touchdown of the game early in the third quarter, extending the Ohio State lead to 29–20. Clemson's next offensive drive would be extended after a fumbled punt and would result in the Tigers' scoring on a touchdown pass from Boyd to Sammy Watkins. Clemson would retake the lead later on their next offensive possession on Bryant's second touchdown reception, giving the Tigers' a 34–29 lead at the end of the third quarter. Ohio State's completed a 10-play, 75-yard drive early in the fourth quarter, which resulted in a 14-yard touchdown pass from Braxton Miller to Carlos Hyde. The touchdown gave the Buckeyes' the lead again at 35–34, following a failed two-point conversion pass from Kenny Guiton. Clemson would put together a 13-play drive on their next possession, and take the lead for the final time after a Stanton Seckinger touchdown reception, though they were unable to complete the two-point conversion. Miller would fumble the ball at midfield on the Buckeyes' next possession, though Ohio State would force a Boyd interception, with a Miller interception two plays later sealed the 40–35 Clemson victory. The loss brought Ohio State's all-time record against the Tigers to 0–2.Ohio State vs Clemson (SC) David DeLassus http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=721 College Football Data Warehouse December 18, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131015012542/http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/div_ia/bigten/ohio_state/opponents_records.php?teamid=721 October 15, 2013 dead Rankings 2013 NCAA Division I FBS football rankings Entering the 2013 season, the Buckeyes' were ranked No. 2 in both the AP Preseason Poll and Coaches' Preseason Poll.2013 NCAA Football Rankings – Preseason ESPN August 17, 2013 December 18, 2013 https://www.espn.com/college-football/rankings/_/week/1 Following their 40–20 victory over Buffalo in the first week, the Buckeyes' dropped to No. 3 in the AP Poll, being jumped by the Oregon Ducks.2013 NCAA Football Rankings – AP Top 25 Week 2 ESPN September 1, 2013 December 18, 2013 https://www.espn.com/college-football/rankings/_/poll/1/week/2 After defeated San Diego State 42–7 in the second week of the season, Ohio State would drop again, falling to No. 3 in the Coaches' Poll and No. 4 in the AP Poll, behind the Clemson Tigers.2013 NCAA Football Rankings – Week 3 ESPN September 8, 2013 December 18, 2013 https://www.espn.com/college-football/rankings/_/week/3 Ohio State was No. 4 when the first Harris Interactive Poll was released on October 13.2013 NCAA Football Rankings – Harris Poll Week 8 ESPN October 13, 2013 December 18, 2013 https://www.espn.com/college-football/rankings/_/poll/5/week/8 The Buckeyes also debuted at No. 4 in first BCS standings of the season on October 20.BCS Standings – October 20, 2013 ESPN October 20, 2013 December 18, 2013 http://espn.go.com/college-football/bcs/_/week/9 https://web.archive.org/web/20101028133558/http://espn.go.com/college-football/bcs/_/week/9 dead October 28, 2010 The Buckeyes' would also drop to No. 4 in the Coaches' Poll on October 20, behind the Florida State Seminoles.2013 NCAA Football Rankings – USA Today Coaches' Poll Week 9 ESPN October 20, 2013 December 18, 2013 https://www.espn.com/college-football/rankings/_/poll/2/week/9 Following the Oregon Ducks' loss to the Stanford Cardinal on November 7, Ohio State moved up to No. 3 in all four polls.2013 NCAA Football Rankings – Week 12 ESPN November 10, 2013 December 18, 2013 https://www.espn.com/college-football/rankings/_/week/12 The Buckeyes would drop to No. 4 in the AP Poll the following week, behind the Baylor Bears.2013 NCAA Football Rankings – AP Top 25 Week 13 ESPN November 17, 2013 December 18, 2013 https://www.espn.com/college-football/rankings/_/poll/1/week/13 Following losses by Baylor and the No. 1 Alabama Crimson Tide, Ohio State jumped to No. 2 in all four polls on December 1.2013 NCAA Football Rankings – Week 15 ESPN December 1, 2013 December 18, 2013 https://www.espn.com/college-football/rankings/_/week/15 After the Buckeyes' loss to Michigan State in the Big Ten Championship Game, they fell to No. 7 in the AP Poll, Harris Interactive Poll, and the BCS standings, while falling to No. 6 in the Coaches' Poll.2013 NCAA Football Rankings – Week 16 ESPN December 8, 2013 December 18, 2013 https://www.espn.com/college-football/rankings/_/week/16 After their loss to Clemson in the Orange Bowl, Ohio State was ranked No. 10 in the final Coaches' Poll and No. 12 in the final AP Poll.2013 NCAA Football Rankings – Postseason ESPN January 8, 2014 January 8, 2014 https://www.espn.com/college-football/rankings 16 7 8 2 (1) 2 (3) 3 (1) 2 (3) 4 (1) 3 (2) 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 3 3 3 3 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 2 (4) 2 (5) 2 7 6 7 7 12 10 Sources:https://www.espn.com/college-football/rankings 2013 NCAA College Football Rankings ESPN November 25, 2013 After the season Final statistics Following their loss to Clemson, Ohio State's final team statistics were released. On the offensive side of the ball, Ohio State ranked seventh in total offense (511.9 yards per game), fifth in rushing offense (308.6 yards per game), 88th in passing offense (203.3 yards per game), and third in scoring offense (45.5 points per game).NCAA Football Division FBS – Ohio State Index http://stats.ncaa.org/team/index/11520?org_id=518 NCAA.org January 18, 2014 On the defensive side of the ball, Ohio State ranked 46th in total defense (377.4 yards per game), ninth in rushing defense (109.4 yards per game), 110th in passing defense (268 yards per game), and 28th in scoring defense (22.6 points per game). In conference, Ohio State ranked third in rushing defense and 11th in passing defense.NCAA Football Division FBS – Big Ten Conference http://stats.ncaa.org/rankings/ranking_summary?academic_year=2014.0&conf_id=827.0&division=11.0&format=pdf&game_high=N&ncaa_custom_rank_summary_id=-1&org_id=-1&ranking_period=66&region_id=-1&sport_code=MFB&team_individual=T&user_custom_rank_summary_id=-1 NCAA.org January 18, 2014 Individually, Carlos Hyde led the team in rushing with 1,521 total yards (138.27 yards per game), scoring 15 rushing touchdowns, and ranking fifth nationally in rushing yards per game.NCAA Football Division FBS – Ohio State Rushing http://stats.ncaa.org/team/stats/11520?org_id=518&year_stat_category_id=10391 NCAA.org January 18, 2014 https://web.archive.org/web/20140226115114/http://stats.ncaa.org/team/stats/11520?org_id=518&year_stat_category_id=10391 February 26, 2014 dead mdy-all Braxton Miller finished the season completing 162 of 255 pass attempts, with 2,094 passing yards, 24 touchdown passes and seven interceptions.NCAA Football Division FBS – Ohio State Passing http://stats.ncaa.org/team/stats/11520?org_id=518&year_stat_category_id=10392 NCAA.org January 18, 2014 https://web.archive.org/web/20140225214801/http://stats.ncaa.org/team/stats/11520?org_id=518&year_stat_category_id=10392 February 25, 2014 dead mdy-all Miller also complied 1,068 rushing yards on 171 attempts, with 12 rushing touchdowns. Ryan Shazier led the team with 143 total tackles and 101 solo tackles.NCAA Football Division FBS – Ohio State Tackles http://stats.ncaa.org/team/stats/11520?org_id=518&year_stat_category_id=10398 NCAA.org January 18, 2014 https://web.archive.org/web/20140225213251/http://stats.ncaa.org/team/stats/11520?org_id=518&year_stat_category_id=10398 February 25, 2014 dead mdy-all C.J. Barnett led the team with four interceptions.NCAA Football Division FBS – Ohio State Defense http://stats.ncaa.org/team/stats/11520?org_id=518&year_stat_category_id=10420 NCAA.org January 18, 2014 https://web.archive.org/web/20140226044940/http://stats.ncaa.org/team/stats/11520?org_id=518&year_stat_category_id=10420 February 26, 2014 dead mdy-all Awards After the Big Ten Championship Game, multiple Ohio State players were recognized for their on-field performance with a variety of awards and recognitions. The Big Ten recognized several players for their individual performances with various awards. On December 2, Braxton Miller was named the Graham-George Offensive Player of the Year, in addition to being named the Griese-Brees Quarterback of the Year for the second consecutive season.Bennett Brian Big Ten announces major award winners https://www.espn.com/blog/bigten/post/_/id/90851/big-ten-announces-major-award-winners ESPN December 3, 2013 December 26, 2013Bennett Brian All-B1G teams, individual honors unveiled https://www.espn.com/blog/bigten/post/_/id/90714/all-b1g-teams-individual-honors-unveiled ESPN December 2, 2013 December 26, 2013 Carlos Hyde was named the Ameche-Dayne Running Back of the Year. Miller, Hyde, Corey Linsley, Ryan Shazier and Bradley Roby were named to the Coaches' All-Big Ten First Team.Check out the 2013 All-Big Ten football teams http://btn.com/2013/12/02/check-out-the-2013-all-big-ten-football-teams/ Big Ten Conference December 2, 2013 December 26, 2013 Corey Brown, Andrew Norwell, Jack Mewhort, Michael Bennett and Noah Spence were named to the Coaches' All-Big Ten Second Team. Miller, Hyde, Linsley, Norwell Mewhort, Spence, Shazier and Roby were named to the Media All-Big Ten First Team, while Bennett was named to the Media All-Big Ten Second Team. In addition to the conference awards, several players were also named to various All-American Teams. Ryan Shazier was named to the Associated Press All-American First Team, while Carlos Hyde and Jack Mewhort were named to the Associated Press All-American Second Team.AP All-America Team, List http://collegefootball.ap.org/article/ap-all-america-team-list Associated Press December 17, 2013 December 26, 2013 May 20, 2014 https://web.archive.org/web/20140520031222/http://collegefootball.ap.org/article/ap-all-america-team-list dead Mewhort and Shazier were also named to the ESPN All-American Team.2013 AT&T ESPN All-America Team https://www.espn.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_/id/91214/att-espn-all-america-team-2 ESPN December 14, 2013 December 26, 2013 Mewhort was also named a Walter Camp All-American and Shaizer was named as a USA Today All-American.Jack Mewhort Named Walter Camp All-American http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/121313aaa.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics December 12, 2013 December 26, 2013Shazier Named USA Today All-American http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/121213aac.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics December 12, 2013 December 26, 2013 Joey Bosa was named a Freshman All-American by The Sporting News and College Football News.Joey Bosa named a Freshman All-American http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/121313aad.html Ohio State University Department of Athletics December 13, 2013 December 26, 2013 Coaching changes On December 21, co-defensive coordinator Everett Withers accepted the head coaching position at James Madison.Hinnen Jerry Ohio State assistant Everett Withers takes James Madison job http://www.cbssports.com/collegefootball/eye-on-college-football/24383326/ohio-state-assistant-everett-withers-takes-james-madison-job CBSSports.com December 21, 2013 January 18, 2014 On January 10, defensive line coach Mike Vrabel accepted a position as linebackers coach for the Houston Texans.Bennett Brian Mike Vrabel to coach Texans' LBs https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/10271040/mike-vrabel-leaving-ohio-state-buckeyes-become-houston-texans-linebackers-coach ESPN January 9, 2014 January 18, 2014 On January 15, Larry Johnson was brought onto the Ohio State staff as the defensive line and assistant head coach.Larry Johnson named Ohio State Asst. HC/DL coach http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/011514aab.html Ohio State Athletic Department January 15, 2014 January 18, 2014 Johnson spent 18 years at Penn State prior to joining the Ohio State staff. On January 23, Ohio State announced the hiring of Chris Ash to replace Withers as co-defensive coordinator, along with being named the safeties coach.Chris Ash named Ohio State Co-def. Coord./safeties coach http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/012314aab.html# Ohio State Athletic Department January 23, 2014 January 25, 2014 NFL draft 2014 NFL draft Fourteen players from Ohio State entered into the NFL Draft, twelve seniors and two juniors.http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/prospectrankings/2014/all 2014 Top NFL Draft Prospects (Updated 1/24/2014) CBS Sports January 24, 2014 January 25, 2014 On defense, Bradley Roby, Christian Bryant and C.J. Barnett all entered. On offense, Carlos Hyde, Jack Mewhort, Corey Linsley, Andrew Norwell, Corey Brown, Kenny Guiton, Jordan Hall, Marcus Hall and Chris Fields entered, while George Makridis entered on special teams. Shazier, a junior, announced his intention to enter the draft on January 6, and is projected to go in the first round.http://www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/010614aab.html Ryan Shazier to bypass senior year and enter NFL Draft Ohio State Athletic Department January 6, 2014 January 25, 2014 Roby, a redshirt junior, announced his intention to enter the draft in November, and is expected to go in the second round.Huguenin Mike https://www.nfl.com/news/urban-meyer-says-cb-bradley-roby-will-enter-2014-nfl-draft-0ap2000000285231 Urban Meyer says CB Bradley Roby will enter 2014 NFL Draft NFL.com November 20, 2013 January 25, 2014 Shazier was selected with the fifteen pick in the first round by the Pittsburgh Steelers, while Roby was selected with the thirty-first pick in the first round by the Denver Broncos.http://www.nfl.com/draft/2014/tracker/by-round#dt-tabs:dt-by-college/dt-by-college-input:37 NFL Draft Tracker – Ohio St. NFL.com May 10, 2014 May 13, 2014 https://web.archive.org/web/20140510193651/http://www.nfl.com/draft/2014/tracker/by-round#dt-tabs:dt-by-college/dt-by-college-input:37 May 10, 2014 dead mdy-all Mewhort was taken by the Indianapolis Colts and Hyde was taken by the San Francisco 49ers in the second round. Linsley was taken in the fifth round by the Green Bay Packers and Bryant was taken in the seven round by the St. Louis Rams. References General 2013 Ohio State Buckeyes Football Information Guide 2013 The Ohio State University Athletic Department Columbus, Ohio http://grfx.cstv.com/schools/osu/graphics/pdf/m-footbl/1314_guide.pdf December 11, 2013 December 3, 2013 https://web.archive.org/web/20131203054512/http://grfx.cstv.com/schools/osu/graphics/pdf/m-footbl/1314_guide.pdf dead Specific External links Ohio State Category:Ohio State Buckeyes football seasons Ohio State Buckeyes football