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California at Ohio State
Sep 15, 2012 • Completed
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California
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Final Score
28 - 35

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48%
Precipitation
0.00 in
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Game Story
Ohio State holds off California 35-28
Ohio State finished ahead of California 35-28 on Sep 15, 2012. The result came in week 3 of the 2012 season.
Ohio State finished ahead of California 35-28 on Sep 15, 2012. The result came in week 3 of the 2012 season.
Ohio State built the decisive edge with a 7-point margin, turning the box score into a one-possession finish.
The statistical profile was led by total yards: Ohio State 412; California 512. Another key split was passing yards: Ohio State 249; California 288.
Stat Callouts
Total yards
Ohio State 412; California 512
Passing yards
Ohio State 249; California 288
Rushing yards
Ohio State 163; California 224
Turnovers
Ohio State 1; California 1
First downs
Ohio State 14; California 22
Possession time
Ohio State 24:39; California 34:59
Third downs
Ohio State 5-15; California 6-15
Completions-attempts
Ohio State 16-30; California 27-38
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Ohio State | California |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 412 | 512 |
| Passing Yards | 249 | 288 |
| Rushing Yards | 163 | 224 |
| First Downs | 14 | 22 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 5-15 | 6-15 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 0-0 | 0-2 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 11-101 | 4-40 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Completions / Attempts | 16-30 | 27-38 |
| Rushing Attempts | 33 | 41 |
| Passing TDs | 4 | 1 |
| Rushing TDs | 1 | 3 |
| Kicking Points | 3 | 4 |
| Possession Time | 24:39 | 34:59 |