Marshall wide receiver Christian Fitzpatrick (16) has a pass broken up by Virginia Tech cornerback Dorian Strong (44) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Blacksburg, Va., Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. (Matt Gentry/The Roanoke Times via AP)
Ohio State quarterback Will Howard, right, throws a pass to teammate Emeka Egbuka against Western Michigan during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith, left, outruns the Western Michigan defense to score a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)