New Delhi, Oct. 12 -- The No. 1 Ohio State Buckeyes delivered another commanding performance, dismantling No. 17 Illinois 34-16 in a Big Ten clash in a packed Memorial Stadium. The defending national champions left no doubt about their supremacy, as they overwhelmed the Illini.

The sell-out crowd in Champaign, Illinois, hoped for an upset, but by the end of the third quarter, scores of orange-clad fans were streaming toward the exits. Ohio State's precision was too much, as they turned the game into a rout, leaving Illinois struggling.

Quarterback Julian Sayin played a significant part in the game, orchestrating the Buckeyes' offense with accuracy. Protected by an offensive line, Sayin delivered pinpoint passes, including a flawless red...