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

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October 27, 2026

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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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

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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Bunch of Nuts Podcast 10/23: Indiana Recap Featuring Trent From The Hotseat

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October 23, 2026

Please like and subscribe to our YouTube Channel! On this episode we welcome Trent from The Hotseat College Football Show! We recap the entire Indiana game. Is Devin Sanchez being unfairly criticized? How bad was the officiating? Why is Ohio State insistent on using tight ends near the goal line? We also discuss the future of Julian Sayin. Finally, we wrap up discussing the QB controversy in Columbus between Luke…

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Ohio State Football Bye Week Recap: Catch Up on All the Latest From The Silver Bulletin

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day talks to Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) 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 22, 2026

Catch up on The Silver Bulletin’s Ohio State football bye week coverage, including Julian Sayin’s injury, the Luke Fahey vs. Tavien St. Clair QB battle, offensive adjustments, and Buckeye Cadence episodes. Ohio State is using its bye week to prepare for life without Julian Sayin, evaluate its quarterback competition, and address the challenges facing the Buckeyes down the stretch. Here’s everything you need to catch up on during the bye…

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What Ohio State’s Run Game Needs to Look Like Without Ja’Kobi Jackson and a Backup Quarterback

Ohio State running back Bo Jackson (#25) is lifted in celebration after scoring against Indiana on Oct. 17, 2026, at Memorial Stadium, in Bloomington, Ind. (Photo/Josh Herd)
October 22, 2026

With Ja’Kobi Jackson out and a backup quarterback leading the way, Ohio State’s run game has become even more important. The Buckeyes survived for a pivotal win against Indiana. However, the celebrations were short-lived after the Bloomington win, as key injuries began to mount. The biggest blow is the loss of Julian Sayin, who could miss the rest of the season. “Due to the nature of his injury…we’re putting together…

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Arthur Smith Explains How Ohio State Will Adapt Its Offense Without Julian Sayin

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October 21, 2026

Arthur Smith explains how Ohio State will adapt its offense without Julian Sayin, including the quarterback competition, running game, and USC matchup. COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State will not ask Luke Fahey or Tavien St. Clair to become Julian Sayin. Offensive coordinator Arthur Smith made that clear Tuesday as the Buckeyes began preparing to play the remainder of the season without their starting quarterback. Smith’s approach is to identify what…

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BREAKING: Ohio State QB Julian Sayin Out Indefinitely, Luke Fahey and Tavien St. Clair Will Battle

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) returns to the field in a sling 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 20, 2026

Ryan Day says Ohio State is preparing to play without Julian Sayin through the postseason after the quarterback was injured against Indiana. Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin is out indefinitely with an injury suffered against Indiana, and the Buckeyes are preparing to move forward without their starting quarterback for the remainder of the 2026 season. Head coach Ryan Day announced Tuesday that Ohio State is planning for Sayin to be…

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Buckeye Stock Market: Week 7 Changes From Ohio State’s Win Over Indiana

Ohio State Buckeyes safety Earl Little Jr. (1) tackles Indiana Hoosiers wide receiver Nick Marsh (11) during the NCAA football game at Memorial Stadium Stadium in Bloomington, Ind. on Oct. 17, 2026. Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch
October 20, 2026

Find out which Buckeyes improved or hurt their stock in the Week 7 Edition of the Buckeye Stock Market, following Ohio State’s gutsy win over Indiana.  The Buckeyes are now 6-1 after a dramatic win over the Hoosiers. Quarterback Julian Sayin’s right-arm injury remains the leading story surrounding Ohio State as it enters its idle week. Having Saturday off comes at an ideal time for Ryan Day’s team as it…

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Jeremiah Smith Still Ultimate Championship X-Factor for Ohio State Football Despite Julian Sayin Injury

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) celebrates a touchdown with with wide receiver Devin McCuin (3) 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 19, 2026

Jeremiah Smith gives Ohio State football a game-changing weapon as Luke Fahey prepares to replace injured quarterback Julian Sayin. Can the Buckeyes overcome the challenge? Ohio State’s path to another national championship became more difficult Saturday. Julian Sayin is expected to miss several weeks with a throwing-arm injury suffered during the Buckeyes’ 19-15 win over Indiana, leaving freshman Luke Fahey in line to take over at quarterback when Ohio State…

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Ohio State vs. Indiana: How the Buckeyes Won the Moments That Mattered in 19-15 Victory

Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Riley Pettijohn (5) celebrates 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 18, 2026

Ohio State beat Indiana 19-15 in Bloomington, converting two fourth-down touchdowns, making both field goals, and out-rushing the Hoosiers. Ohio State avenged last year’s Big Ten Championship loss with a 19-15 victory over Indiana, executing in critical situations to secure a top-five road win. Ohio State didn’t need a pretty win against Indiana. The Buckeyes needed to execute when the game was on the line, and unlike their loss to…

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