ATHENS, Ohio – Ohio racked up almost 500 yards of offense to provide a happy homecoming for fans at Peden Stadium on Saturday in a 38-10 victory against Akron.

Boo Jackson and Terrence McCrae moved to the top of the Ohio record book for career touchdown passes and receptions, respectively, and Jackson added two rushing touchdowns.

The Bobcats (4-3, 3-1 Mid-American Conference) rolled to points on their first four possessions while the Zips did not attain a first down until their fifth poss...

ATHENS, Ohio – It took some time, but if Saturday was any indication, the Ohio football team finally has figured out how to best use the talents of both of its quarterbacks.

Coach Frank Solich said the Bobcats will continue to develop their offense this weekend in their homecoming game against winless Akron.

“I think we know what we want to be about in terms of operating with those two quarterbacks,” Solich said. “They both have a lot that they bring to the table.”

Bates was named the M...

ATHENS, Ohio – Playing all over the field, Phil Bates rushed for 144 yards and two touchdowns, and Boo Jackson threw three touchdown passes as Ohio rolled to a 49-25 victory against Bowling Green on Saturday afternoon at Peden Stadium.

The Bobcats (3-3, 2-1 Mid-American Conference) also had a strong defensive effort as they built a 28-3 halftime lead and led by as much as 35-3 in the third quarter.

Bates carried 11 times while playing quarterback, running back and wide receiver. He also wa...

ATHENS, Ohio – Considering Bowling Green’s propensity to create turnovers and Ohio’s problem giving up the ball, Frank Solich’s main concern this week is taking care of the football.

The Falcons have intercepted 11 passes and recovered six fumbles in their first five games to rank second in the nation in turnovers created. The Bobcats have eight picks and have given up six fumbles to rank as the second-worst team in the Mid-American Conference at giving up the football.

“That looks like a...

YPSILANTI, Mich. – Ohio scored three third-quarter touchdowns to pull away for a 30-17 victory – the 500th in the program’s history – against Eastern Michigan at Rynearson Stadium on Saturday.

Vince Davidson scored three touchdowns, including the first two of the third quarter less than two minutes apart after the Bobcats and Eagles played to a 10-all halftime tie.

Riley Dunlop scored on a wide receiver reverse with 24 seconds left in the third quarter, giving the Bobcats a 30-10 advantage...

YPSILANTI, Mich. – Ohio tries to end its three-game losing streak this Saturday when it heads to Eastern Michigan, which has a 16-game losing streak dating back to 2008.

Ohio coach Frank Solich said beating the Eagles (0-4, 0-2 Mid-American Conference) will not necessarily be as easy as it sounds.

“Looking at Eastern Michigan, I think they’re a better football team,” Solich said. “They’re getting things done offensively.”

Eastern Michigan has averaged 20.5 points and 311 yards per game,...

HUNTINGTON, W. Va. – Terrence McCrae caught a Hail Mary touchdown pass from Boo Jackson with no time left on the clock, but Jackson’s two-point conversion pass was incomplete as Marshall hung on to beat Ohio, 24-23, at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in the Battle for the Bell on Saturday night.

Jackson’s 36-yard touchdown pass to McCrae, who rose above Marshall’s defenders to make the catch, drew the Bobcats to within a point, and Ohio went for the win on the road. But Jackson’s pass was incomplete...

Ohio's offensive struggles continued in a 43-7 setback to 2nd-ranked Ohio St. Saturday afternoon in Columbus. The Bobcats turned the ball over five times vs. the Buckeyes and for the second straight week failed to top the 200-yard mark on offense. Ohio State's offense was running along quite smoothly scoring on its first six possessions. Buckeye quarterback Terrelle Pryor set a school record with 16 straight completions. On the afternoon, Pryor was 22-29 passing for 235 yards, two touchdowns and...

COLUMBUS – While Ohio came a quarter away from pulling an upset of Ohio State two years ago, the Buckeyes made sure no such thing happened again.

Second-ranked Ohio State (3-0) scored on first six possessions and did not allow Ohio a first down until midway through the second quarter, running away with a 43-7 victory against the Bobcats on Saturday at Ohio Stadium.

In 2008, Ohio led into the fourth quarter before Ohio State rallied for a 26-14 victory. This time, though, the Buckeyes score...

Four Ohio turnovers proved critical as the Bobcats lost their MAC opener 20-13 to Toledo Saturday night at Peden Stadium. Two of quarterback Boo Jackson's three interceptions were returned inside the Ohio five-yard-line and both resulted in Toledo touchdowns. It was a tough night all the way around for the Ohio offense which could muster just 183 yards. The Bobcats did get a game effort from their defense which allowed just 212 yards and forced two Rocket turnovers. Ohio (1-1) must now regroup a...