Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Ohio State Buckeyes: 2024 Week 9 Recap

Quick answer

Ohio State Buckeyes defeated Nebraska Cornhuskers 21–17 in Week 9, 2024. Final score: Nebraska Cornhuskers 17, Ohio State Buckeyes 21.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Nebraska Cornhuskers	0	6	3	12	17
Ohio State Buckeyes	6	6	0	6	21

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Will Howard (Ohio State) — 245.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.32 EPA/play +5.72 EPA
• Dylan Raiola (Nebraska) — 152.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.14 EPA/play -5.05 EPA

Rushing

• Dante Dowdell (Nebraska) — 68.0 yds · 1 TD -0.12 EPA
• TreVeyon Henderson (Ohio State) — 51.0 yds +0.43 EPA
• Quinshon Judkins (Ohio State) — 31.0 yds -0.20 EPA

Receiving

• Jacory Barney Jr. (Nebraska) — 6 rec · 49.0 yds +0.05 EPA
• Carnell Tate (Ohio State) — 4 rec · 102.0 yds +1.79 EPA
• Jeremiah Smith (Ohio State) — 3 rec · 70.0 yds +0.64 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Will Howard	Ohio State	18	72.2%	245	3	+0.32	+5.72
Dylan Raiola	Nebraska	35	57.1%	152	1	-0.14	-5.05

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Nebraska	Ohio State
Plays	65	47
EPA / play	-0.096	+0.090
Total EPA	-6.26	+4.25
Success rate	30.8%	46.8%
Pass EPA / play	-0.144	+0.318
Rush EPA / play	-0.040	-0.051
Yards	316	347

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Nebraska	3	0	-2.54	Punt
Q1	Ohio State	4	10	+0.51	Ended
Q1	Nebraska	3	31	+2.61	Punt
Q1	Ohio State	3	8	-2.17	Punt
Q1	Nebraska	6	20	-0.86	Punt
Q1	Ohio State	6	84	+6.75	Pass TD
Q1	Nebraska	9	64	+1.27	Field goal
Q2	Ohio State	4	75	+5.57	Pass TD
Q2	Nebraska	3	6	-1.16	Punt
Q2	Ohio State	6	32	-1.39	Missed FG
Q2	Nebraska	7	40	-0.57	Field goal
Q3	Ohio State	3	7	-2.02	Punt
Q3	Nebraska	11	57	+0.26	Field goal
Q3	Ohio State	1	34	-5.93	Interception
Q3	Nebraska	4	6	-4.56	Ended
Q3	Ohio State	3	8	-0.98	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Ohio State Buckeyes · Will Howard pass intercepted (-5.93 EPA)
2. Q2 · Ohio State Buckeyes · Will Howard pass to Jeremiah Smith for a touchdown (60 yards) (+4.6 EPA)
3. Q1 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Dylan Raiola pass to Isaiah Neyor for 30 yards (3rd & 11) (+4.5 EPA)
4. Q2 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Dylan Raiola rushes for 38 yards (3rd & 10) (+3.94 EPA)
5. Q4 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Dylan Raiola pass to Isaiah Neyor for a touchdown (7 yards) (+3.39 EPA)
6. Q1 · Ohio State Buckeyes · Will Howard pass to Carnell Tate for a touchdown (40 yards) (+3.22 EPA)
7. Q1 · Ohio State Buckeyes · Penalty (3rd & 6) (+2.86 EPA)
8. Q3 · Nebraska Cornhuskers · Dante Dowdell rushes for 1 yard (4th & 2) (-2.76 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Ohio State Buckeyes controlled the final (21–17) in Week 9.
• Passing edge: Will Howard (Ohio State) — 245.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: Ohio State at 0.09 EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Ohio State Buckeyes?

Nebraska Cornhuskers 17, Ohio State Buckeyes 21 in Week 9 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Ohio State Buckeyes?

Ohio State Buckeyes won with a final score of 17–21.

Where can I find the Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Ohio State Buckeyes box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401628530.

Who led Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Ohio State Buckeyes in passing?

Will Howard (Ohio State) led passers with 245.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Nebraska Cornhuskers at Ohio State Buckeyes in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.