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Ohio State Football: Jeremiah Smith’s Role Becomes More Important Without Julian Sayin

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) scores a touchdown past Maryland Terrapins defensive back Messiah Delhomme (33) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026. Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch

October 29, 2026

Already regarded as the best player in college football, Jeremiah Smith will have to do even more in the absence of Julian Sayin. Junior quarterback Julian Sayin sustained an injury in the second half of the Buckeyes’ matchup with Indiana two weeks ago. Reports indicate Sayin could miss the rest of the season. Now, the Buckeyes will turn to Tavien St Clair or Luke Fahey to lead the team in…

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Ohio State Football: How Will Ohio State’s Run Game Matchup against USC’s Defensive Front?

BLOOMINGTON, IN - OCTOBER 17: Isaiah West (32) of the Ohio State Buckeyes runs with the ball during the college football game against the Indiana Hoosiers on October 17, 2026 at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington, Indiana. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

October 29, 2026

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Ohio State’s run game has been lackluster and needs to change against USC, with inexperience at quarterback and postseason hopes on the line. Ohio State is coming off a contest in which the running backs out-rushed the Hoosiers’ backfield 107 yards to 70. This doesn’t happen often to an Indiana team that averages just under 177 rush yards per game. If the Buckeyes want to win in Los Angeles on…

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USC’s Response After Wisconsin: Can Lincoln Riley’s Trojans Rebound Against Ohio State?

Sep 26, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley walks off the field after the game against the Oregon Ducks at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

October 28, 2026

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USC is coming off a 24-7 loss against Wisconsin. Can the Trojans rebound against Ohio State on Saturday? The Trojans have had a season to remember, at least. Lincoln Riley has his team at 6-2, with their only losses coming to Oregon and Wisconsin. But he is still on the hot seat after being ranked this past week. The Trojans have struggled on defense this season. They’ve allowed just over…

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Ryan Day Challenges Ohio State Offensive Line and Running Backs to Step Up Against USC

Ohio State Buckeyes offensive lineman Carson Hinzman (75) motions during the NCAA football game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium Stadium in Bloomington, Ind. on Oct. 17, 2026. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect

October 28, 2026

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Ryan Day wants the Buckeyes to run with greater physicality, while Carson Hinzman knows Ohio State must account for a talented USC defensive front. Ohio State’s offensive line will play a major role in how the Buckeyes operate against USC on Saturday, especially as the running game becomes a more consistent part of the offense. Ryan Day challenged Ohio State’s running backs to run with greater physicality during his Oct….

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History of Ohio State Football’s Trips to USC and High Stakes For 2026 Conference Showdown

October 28, 2026

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Ohio State football’s Halloween night visit to Southern California features high stakes for the Buckeyes and the Trojans. The Ohio State Buckeyes and USC Trojans don’t have much history against each other, especially lately, even with the Trojans joining the Big Ten in recent years. USC leads the all-time series 13-10-1, with a 5-3-1 home record against the Scarlet and Gray. In the last five meetings, spanning from 1989 to…

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Luke Fahey vs. Tavien St. Clair: Who Will Start for Ohio State Against USC?

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October 27, 2026

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Ryan Day weighs Luke Fahey and Tavien St. Clair for Ohio State’s starting QB job as the Buckeyes prepare to face USC on Saturday. Ohio State’s quarterback situation is the biggest question facing the Buckeyes as they prepare to travel to Los Angeles for Saturday’s matchup with USC. Julian Sayin remains out indefinitely with a throwing-arm injury, leaving true freshman Luke Fahey and sophomore Tavien St. Clair competing for the…

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Buckeyes in the NFL: Jaxon Smith-Njigba Dominates, Carnell Tate Shines in Week 7

October 27, 2026

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Former Ohio State stars Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Chris Olave shine in Week 7 of the NFL season as Carnell Tate and other Buckeyes deliver strong performances. Former Ohio State wide receivers continued to make their mark across the NFL in Week 7, headlined by Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s dominant performance for the Seattle Seahawks. Chris Olave remained one of the league’s most productive pass catchers, while rookie Carnell Tate continued to deliver…

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Buckeye Football: Ohio State’s Defense Faces Critical Test Against Jayden Maiava

Ohio State cornerback Devin Sanchez (6) reaches for Indiana wide receiver Charlie Becker (80) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, in Bloomington, Ind. Doug McSchooler - FR170771 AP

October 26, 2026

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Coming off an emotional win in Bloomington and a bye week, Ohio State’s defense faces a new challenge in Los Angeles against a prolific passer in Jayden Maiava. The Silver Bullets handled Josh Hoover and the Hoosier aerial attack. Charlie Becker got loose a few too many times and ended up with 9 catches for 165 yards but was kept out of the endzone. Hoover finished with a 50 percent…

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Matt Patricia Breaks Down the Challenge USC’s Passing Game Presents for Ohio State

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October 26, 2026

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Matt Patricia breaks down the challenge USC quarterback Jayden Maiava poses for Ohio State as the Trojans come off a 24-7 loss to Wisconsin. Ohio State defensive coordinator Matt Patricia expects USC to challenge his defense at every level of the field when the Buckeyes travel to Los Angeles on Saturday. The Trojans enter the matchup at 6-2 overall and 3-2 in Big Ten play after a 24-7 loss to…

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Ohio State Football Predictions: TSB Staff Picks for the Buckeyes’ Final Regular-Season Record in 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Luke Fahey (13) lines up behind offensive lineman Luke Montgomery (51) and offensive lineman Ian Moore (69) during the NCAA football game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium Stadium in Bloomington, Ind. on Oct. 17, 2026. Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch

October 23, 2026

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The Silver Bulletin staff predicts Ohio State football’s record for the rest of the regular season as the Buckeyes navigate life without Julian Sayin and a challenging schedule. Ohio State’s regular-season finish looks much different than it did a week ago. With Julian Sayin out indefinitely, the Buckeyes enter the final stretch with questions at quarterback, offensive adjustments to make, and little room for error as they pursue their championship…

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