Purdue vs. Ohio State 2012: Kenny Guiton improbably rallies team to win

When Ohio State Buckeyes backup quarterback Kenny Guiton was forced into Saturday's game after an injury to starter Braxton Miller, things didn't go well off the bat. With Ohio State trailing Purdue 22-14 in the fourth quarter, Guiton threw an interception in his own territory. The Ohio State defense was able to force Purdue to punt, however, and Guiton led the Buckeyes on a game-tying drive culminating with a touchdown pass to Chris Fields.

Ted Glover of Ohio State blog Land-Grant Holy Land was impressed that Guiton was able to overcome his initial struggles:

Kenny Guiton, QB: Yes, you came in cold. Yes, you threw an ugly pick which looked like it might have sealed OSU's fate. But when it mattered most, Kenny Guiton stepped up and created a moment that he will be able to tell his grandkids about one day. That last drive, two point conversion, and then TD drive in OT was as money as money can get.

Guiton finished the day 6-for-11 passing for 77 yards. Ohio State improved to 8-0 with the win.

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Ohio State vs. Purdue score: Boilermakers take 20-14 lead into 4th quarter

The Purdue Boilermakers refuse to back down from the undefeated Ohio State Buckeyes, as the Boilermakers have taken a 20-14 lead into the fourth quarter at Ohio Stadium. The Buckeyes may have to make a comeback attempt without quarterback Braxton Miller, who left the game late in the third quarter after landing hard on his left shoulder.

Ohio State took a 14-13 lead early in the third quarter after an eight-play, 80-yard touchdown drive. Buckeyes running back Carlos Hyde finished off the drive with a two-yard scoring rush. Miller found a groove throwing the ball, passing for 61 yards on the drive, including a big 35-yard pass to Chris Fields that set up Hyde's score.

Purdue answered right back, with an 82-yard touchdown drive of their own. Boilermakers quarterback Caleb TerBush was 6-of-6 passing on the drive for 73 yards, including a 31-yard scoring strike to Gary Bush.

The Purdue defense followed up the score with a big play of their own, stripping Miller and recovering a fumble. It was Miller's second lost fumble of the day and third turnover overall. Ohio State's defense limited the damage, blocking a 34-yard field goal attempt by Boilermakers kicker Paul Griggs.

Ohio State vs. Purdue score: Buckeyes trail 13-7 at halftime

The normally explosive Ohio State Buckeyes sputtered offensively throughout the majority of the first half, and they trail the Purdue Boilermakers 13-7 heading into halftime.

Ohio State finished the half with just 101 yards of total offense. Buckeyes' star quarterback Braxton Miller struggled both passing and running the ball, producing only 56 total yards.

Purdue threatened to go up two scores when they embarked on a long drive early in the second quarter that carried over from the first. However, the drive, which spanned 19 plays and 85 yards, ended with an interception in the end zone on an ill-advised pass by quarterback Caleb TerBush. Ohio State was unable to capitalize on the momentum from the turnover, as Purdue's defense continued to hold the Buckeyes in check.

Besides the bad interception, TerBush performed well in the first half. He went for 8-of-14 passing for 124 yards.

Purdue had another chance to go up two scores late in the first half, but kicker Paul Griggs missed a 52-yard field goal.

Ohio State vs. Purdue score: Big plays give Boilermakers 1st quarter lead

After giving up 49 points in a win last week against the Indiana Hoosiers, the undefeated Ohio State Buckeyes were once again victimized by big plays in the first quarter of Saturday's Big Ten matchup against the Purdue Boilermakers. The Boilermakers lead 13-7 on the back of two monster touchdown plays.

Purdue running back Akeem Shavers broke free behind Ohio State's defense and hauled in an 83-yard touchdown pass from Caleb TerBush on the Boilermakers' first offensive play of the game. According to ESPN Stats & Info, the long touchdown was the fifth touchdown of 50 or more yards allowed by the Buckeyes this season:

Ohio State has now allowed 5 TD of 50+ yds in 2012. Buckeyes allowed 2 such TDs from 2007-11 (fewest in FBS over that span) #PURvsOSU

— ESPN Stats & Info (@ESPNStatsInfo) October 20, 2012

Ohio State blocked the ensuing extra point, somewhat mitigating the damage. Disaster appeared to strike again for the Buckeyes moments later, when quarterback Braxton Miller fumbled and Purdue recovered. However, the Buckeyes' defense held strong.

After each team went three-and-out, the duo of Miller and running back Carlos Hyde finally got the Ohio State offense on track. A 10-play, 67-yard touchdown drive was capped off by Miller's eight-yard scamper. Hyde's 20-yard run on 4th-and-1 was a key play in the drive.

Purdue immediately struck back with another huge play when Akeem Hunt returned a kickoff 100 yards for a touchdown. The Boilermakers' special teams later converted a fake punt at the end of the quarter.

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Ohio State vs. Purdue Prediction: Buckeyes Will Get Revenge on Boilermakers

Ohio State is looking to avenge its overtime loss last year to Purdue, and the Boilermakers hope to not be just another stepping stone in Ohio State's pretty dominant overall season.

Ohio State's running game is overall probably the best in the Big Ten. With Braxton Miller at the quarterback position, the Buckeyes can run all over teams and Urban Meyer's offense only further amplifies that. His ability to run sets up big plays in the pass game for Devin Smith and the tight ends.

This is a really unfortunate season for the Buckeyes, when you consider. This is probably the best, most relaxed year they have had in quite some time, and there will be absolutely nothing to show for it at the end of the year, not even a mediocre bowl appearance. There is a great chance Ohio State will go into their late-season showdown with Michigan as an undefeated team, and in all honesty, that will be their bowl game.

Ohio State has a bit of a problem giving up big plays, but I think they will be able to hold Purdue in check and force some turnovers. The biggest issue here facing the Boilermakers is that they struggle with tackling, especially in the open field. That is going to be a huge advantage for Miller and the OSU running game.

I think the Buckeyes win this one big, and continue on their journey for a top five ranking. It's possible they could finish the season in the AP top two or three without even competing for a bowl. Their fate this season is reminiscent of USC last year, when the Trojans got extremely hot and were not able to compete in postseason play.

The future is bright for Ohio State, but unfortunately for them the cards are all falling into place in a year where they can't make it to a bowl game.

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