Miller hurt early and Guiton guides Ohio State to easy win

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Kenny Guiton took over when Braxton Miller left with a sprained left knee, running for one touchdown and passing for two yesterday while leading No. 3 Ohio State to a 42-7 victory over San Diego State.

Miller watched the last three quarters from the sideline after being sandwiched between two tacklers on the Buckeyes' seventh offensive play. The Buckeyes (2-0) didn't need him.

"We had a long discussion on the sideline. I think he could have [returned]," Ohio State coach Urban Meyer said. "But the things that make him dangerous are his wheels and I don't think it would have been [the same]. So we decided it was best not to.

"I think there's a chance he'll be ready next week."

Guiton, who helped save Ohio State's 12-0 season a year ago, set career bests with 19-for-28 passing for 152 yards and 83 rushing yards.

Miller was injured on OSU's first series. On fourth-and-1 at the Aztecs' 12, Miller was sandwiched and his helmet popped off.

Miller lay on the turf for a short time, rubbing his head. He limped off but later was taken off the field in a cart after a team physician manipulated his left knee and Miller grimaced in pain. Miller later jogged back to the sideline but wore a large knee brace.-- AP