Ohio State Buckeyes
2024 Season Results

Ohio State Buckeyes — 2024 Season Review

The 2024 season saw the Ohio State Buckeyes finish 14-2 overall under head coach Ryan Day as a member of the Big Ten. The offense produced 571 total points (35.7 per game) while the defense surrendered 206 points (12.9 per game) over the course of 16 contests.

The highlight reel included a 56-0 victory at home against Western Michigan Broncos, a 52-6 victory at home against Akron Zips, and a 45-0 victory at home against Purdue Boilermakers. These signature victories defined the trajectory of the Ohio State Buckeyes's season and demonstrated the team's competitive resolve.

On the other side of the ledger, the Ohio State Buckeyes absorbed a narrow 31-32 defeat to Oregon Ducks and a narrow 10-13 defeat to Michigan Wolverines. These results, while disappointing, provided valuable experience for a program focused on continued improvement.

Conference play saw the Ohio State Buckeyes finish 7-2 within the Big Ten in 2024, a mark that reflected both the program's strengths and the challenging nature of league competition. The Ohio State Buckeyes coaching staff navigated the conference schedule with a focus on development and competitiveness.

The postseason brought College Football Playoff National Championship Presented by AT&T: W 34-23, capping the 2024 campaign. The bowl game provided one final opportunity for the Ohio State Buckeyes to compete on a national stage and represent the program before the offseason began.

The Ohio State Buckeyes finished 8-1 in home games and 3-1 away from home during the 2024 season. The split between home and road performance provided insight into the team's ability to handle different environments throughout the schedule.

The offensive production remained consistent throughout the year, with 302 points in the first half and 269 in the second half of the schedule. The defensive unit's ability to limit opponents to 12.9 points per game proved crucial in several of the season's tightest matchups.

Looking at the full body of work, the Ohio State Buckeyes posted a 14-2 record in 2024, which showcased the program at its best. Across 16 games, the team dominated opponents with a scoring margin of +22.8 points per game. These results cemented the program among the elite.