Ohio State earned 6.52 ranking points because they defeated their in-state rival Ohio by a commanding 28-point margin (37-9), demonstrating clear dominance in what was likely a non-conference matchup. The point total reflects a solid but not exceptional win, as Ohio State was heavily favored against the lower-tier Ohio Bobcats, so while the large margin of victory was expected, it still provided a meaningful contribution to their overall ranking strength.