NOTEBOOK From Ohio Stadium

Introductions: The game was the first meeting ever between the Buckeyes and Aztecs.Coach's numbers: With the win, Jim Tressel's career mark improves to 139-59-2 overall and 4-2 at Ohio State, 2-1 in the Big Ten.Rushing for six: Steve Bellisari scored his second rushing touchdown of the season. He now has five rushing touchdowns in his career.Picks: OSU's four interceptions were the most in a game by the Buckeyes since they came up with four of Drew Brees passes last season at Purdue. The Buckeyes also intercepted four passes against Fresno State Sept. 2, 2000. The Buckeyes have recorded an interception in four consecutive games. Joe Cooper's interception was his first this season and third of his career. Robert Reynolds' interception was the first of his career. Derek Ross had the first multiple interception game of his career.
-- Gary Housteau