As a Buckeye fan, I will give my input.
No one was thrilled with the overall offensive performance, but they got a win vs the #1 team in the country after replacing 14 NFL guys, both offensive and defensive coordinators, OL coach and starting a red-shirt freshman in his first ever game. Was Texas over-rated? maybe but either way they are still an elite team, and a win is always great.
Offense - had a conservative game plan, and Day admitted so. Red-shirt freshman starting his first game against the #1 team with an elite defense.
Running Game - To think the running game would be the same as last year is not realistic. tOSU has two elite backs, with a running threat QB and an experienced OL. I am sure that the running game will improve, and Texas likely has one of the best if not the best DL in the country.
Passing Game - Was very conservative as far as play calling. Sayin was very accurate and had several early drops which put them behind the chains and led to poor field position repeatedly. they also had below average punting/special teams. Sayin, missed a couple reads but never put the ball in danger and played to manage the game (which he did).
Offensive Line - Played fairly well, pass protection was pretty good. Run blocking can get better, new players, new positions will need a couple games to get ironed out.
Defense - Played a lot of nickel and dime later in the game which attributed to some of the run defense stats.
Defensive Line - Did fairly well in pass rush, need to see some improvement on getting off blocks vs running game.
Linebackers - Played well, especially in pass coverage.
DBs - Played fantastic.
Coaching - they did great, the defensive plan was elite. They played the game conservative but also made no real mistakes. Texas got out-coached.
looking forward to the game vs Penn State, should be another barn burner. Rooting for you guys to do well outside of against us.