Ohio State’s football team showcased an impressive performance against Rutgers, winning 42-9. Following the game, Pro Football Focus (PFF) evaluated player performances, assigning grades to every Buckeye who took the field.
Curry, Igbinosun, and Thurman Lead PFF Rankings
Notable Buckeye players emerged in PFF’s Week 13 rankings. Caden Curry, Davison Igbinosun, and Jelani Thurman topped the list of highest-graded players.
Top Graded Players of the Game
- Caden Curry (DE) – Grade: 92.8
- Davison Igbinosun (CB) – Grade: 90.6
- Jelani Thurman (TE) – Grade: 90.6
Curry secured the highest rating of any defensive end in the nation for the week, with an outstanding score of 92.8. His performance included leading the Big Ten in pass rushing, where he achieved a score of 91.7. This marks the third time this season Curry has earned this accolade.
Igbinosun, a cornerback, also made headlines with his impressive ratings. He achieved an overall defensive grade of 90.6, ranking him as the top Big Ten cornerback for Week 13. This is Igbinosun’s first appearance among Ohio State’s top three players, breaking a trend where cornerbacks had not been featured since earlier in the season.
Thurman, appearing in the top three for the second time this season, excelled as a receiving tight end. His grade of 90.6 not only made him the highest-rated in the nation for his position that week but also included a remarkable run-blocking score of 80.9, which was the best in the Big Ten.
Other Notable Performances
- Phillip Daniels – Highest pass blocker (Grade: 81.8)
- Bryce West – Best tackler for Ohio State (Grade: 80.9)
- Caleb Downs – 82.8 in pass rushing, recorded a sack against Rutgers
- Sonny Styles – Best tackling grade in the nation (Grade: 92.0)
Additionally, Julian Sayin continues to lead quarterbacks for the season with an overall grade of 93.3. His passing performance remains strong, reflecting consistent capability throughout the games this year.
Caden Curry, Davison Igbinosun, and Jelani Thurman’s outstanding contributions against Rutgers highlight Ohio State’s strength as they progress through the season, showcasing elite talent on both offense and defense.
