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It was a matter of time before Ohio State's talent advantage surfaced and ended the suspense before the fourth quarter. Even coach Ryan Day termed it a “businesslike” win. But now it gets real. From now on, every game is crucial. More: Instant opinions: Ohio State quarterback Will Howard hits the mark on deep passes

Ohio State, which hosts Indiana next week, is the third team ever to play in three top-five regular-season matchups in a season.