**34-23: Ohio State Wins Big**

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34-23: Ohio State Wins Big – A Buckeye Fan's Rollercoaster Ride

Okay, Buckeye Nation, let's talk about that game. Thirty-four to twenty-three. Ohio State wins big, right? Well, yeah, eventually. But let me tell you, it wasn't exactly a smooth ride. My heart rate probably increased by, like, fifty beats per minute. Seriously.

I've been an Ohio State fan my whole life. My dad took me to my first game when I was, like, eight. I remember the smell of the hotdogs, the roar of the crowd… pure magic. But this game? This game was different. It started out… shaky.

A Slow Start & a Whole Lotta Nerves

The first half? Ugh. Let's just say it wasn't pretty. We looked… sluggish. Off. Notre Dame came out swinging. They were on fire. I was pacing my living room, chewing my fingernails down to the quick. My wife kept saying, "Relax, honey," but relax? That's easier said than done when your team is down by… well, I don't even want to remember.

I'm pretty sure I aged five years in the first two quarters. My blood pressure was probably through the roof. I was ready to throw the remote control at the TV. Seriously. I considered calling my therapist! My wife was probably considering calling my therapist. 😅

I mean, I knew it was a tough matchup. Everyone knew it. Notre Dame's defense is tough. And they were playing like it was the championship game.

The Turning Point (and a Little Bit of Luck)

Then, something shifted. I don't know what it was—maybe a halftime pep talk, maybe a change in strategy, maybe the universe finally decided to give us a break. But something changed. Ohio State's offense started clicking. Our quarterback showed what he was really made of. Boom. Touchdown. Then another one.

And let’s not forget the defense. They stiffened up, they got their act together, and started making some big plays. It was amazing to watch the momentum swing, the energy in the stadium (and my living room) shifting. It was like watching a movie where the underdog finally starts winning.

There were still some nerve-wracking moments, some near misses, some almost interceptions… But the Buckeyes held on. They fought. They clawed their way back.

And then, finally, it was over. Thirty-four to twenty-three. Ohio State. Victory. My heart was still pounding, but it was a good kind of pounding. The relief was immense. I think I actually whooped and hollered like a wild man.

Lessons Learned (and Maybe a Few Beers)

So what did I learn from this game? A few things.

• Patience is a virtue (especially when watching Ohio State football). Sometimes, the games don't go as planned. You gotta ride out the rough patches.
• Never underestimate your opponent. Notre Dame played a heck of a game. We got lucky! We were a better team, but they sure made us earn it.
• Celebrate the victories (big or small). This win felt incredible after that nail-biting first half.

Plus, let’s be honest, I probably enjoyed a few celebratory beers after that rollercoaster of a game. Totally deserved, right?

So there you have it. My personal account of Ohio State’s big win. Go Bucks! O-H!