COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – The dynamic duo of Quinshon Judkins and TreVeyon Henderson delivered once again to lead Ohio State to a 49-14 win over Marshall on Saturday at Ohio Stadium.
The running back combo accounted for four touchdowns while quarterback Will Howard was responsible for three more, including touchdown throws to Emeka Egbuka and Jeremiah Smith. The third-ranked Buckeyes improve to 3-0 heading into Big Ten play.
In front of 103,371 fans, Ohio State used quick scores to distance itself from the Thundering Herd, with three scoring drives completed in two plays or less. Judkins' 86-yard rushing touchdown in the second quarter was the longest of the junior's career and tied for the third longest rushing score in Ohio State history.
COLUMBUS, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 21: Quarterback Will Howard #18 of the Ohio State Buckeyes looks to pass the ball during the first quarter against the Marshall Thundering Herd at Ohio Stadium on September 21, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Mowry/Getty Images)
COLUMBUS, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 21: Running back TreVeyon Henderson #32 of the Ohio State Buckeyes celebrates a touchdown during the second quarter against the Marshall Thundering Herd at Ohio Stadium on September 21, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Mowry/Getty Images)
COLUMBUS, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 21: Quarterback Stone Earle #11 of the Marshall Thundering Herd carries the ball while being tackled by Safety Lathan Ransom #8 and Cornerback Davison Igbinosun #1 of the Ohio State Buckeyes during the first quarter at Ohio Stadium on September 21, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Mowry/Getty Images)
COLUMBUS, OH - SEPTEMBER 21: Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Caden Curry (92) reacts after sacking Marshall Thundering Herd quarterback Stone Earle (11) during the game against Marshall Thundering Herd and the Ohio State Buckeyes on September 21, 2024, at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, OH. (Photo by Ian Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
COLUMBUS, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 21: Running back Quinshon Judkins #1 of the Ohio State Buckeyes carries the ball during the second quarter against the Marshall Thundering Herd at Ohio Stadium on September 21, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Mowry/Getty Images)
COLUMBUS, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 21: Quarterback Will Howard #18 of the Ohio State Buckeyes scrambles with the ball during the second quarter against the Marshall Thundering Herd at Ohio Stadium on September 21, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Mowry/Getty Images)
COLUMBUS, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 21: Running back Ethan Payne #28 of the Marshall Thundering Herd celebrates a touchdown with his teammates during the first quarter against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium on September 21, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Mowry/Getty Images)
COLUMBUS, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 21: Running back Jordan Houston #6 of the Marshall Thundering Herd carries the ball during the first quarter against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium on September 21, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Mowry/Getty Images)
COLUMBUS, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 21: Head coach Charles Huff of the Marshall Thundering Herd yells at an official during the first quarter against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium on September 21, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Mowry/Getty Images)
COLUMBUS, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 21: Head coach Ryan Day of the Ohio State Buckeyes walks the field before the game against the Marshall Thundering Herd at Ohio Stadium on September 21, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Mowry/Getty Images)
COLUMBUS, OH - SEPTEMBER 21: Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Emeka Egbuka (2) carries the ball for a touchdown during the game against Marshall Thundering Herd and the Ohio State Buckeyes on September 21, 2024, at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, OH. (Photo by Ian Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
COLUMBUS, OH - SEPTEMBER 21: Ohio State Buckeyes running back Quinshon Judkins (1) carries the ball for a touchdown during the game against Marshall Thundering Herd and the Ohio State Buckeyes on September 21, 2024, at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, OH. (Photo by Ian Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
The win came despite some early struggles by the Buckeyes defense and special teams as Marshall became the first opponent this season to enter the redzone, score a touchdown and force an interception against the Buckeyes.
After a three-game homestand, Ohio State hits the road for the first time this season to begin Big Ten play. The Buckeyes will face Michigan State in East Lansing next Saturday at 7 p.m. with coverage streaming on Peacock.
