The typical battle between these two was more one-sided than the score would indicate. Ohio State was faced with adversity for 3 and 1/2 quarters against the Nittany Lions, before going on a 28-3 scoring drive after trailing 16-21. QB CJ Stroud had a near-perfect QBR of 93.6, going 26/33 for 354 yards and 1 touchdown. DE JT Tuimoloau was the ultimate star of this Ohio State squad, as he had 2 interceptions, one of which was returned for 6, 2 sacks, 3 tackles for loss, 6 total tackles, and 1 pass defended. Penn State outgained Ohio State in yardage 482 to 452, but they had 4 turnovers and failed a big 4th down.