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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Ohio State Football: Julian Sayin Out Several Weeks, Luke Fahey in Line to Start Against USC

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Luke Fahey (13) looks to pass during the NCAA football game against the Ball State Cardinals at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Sept. 5, 2026. Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
October 17, 2026

Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin is expected to miss several weeks after an injury against Indiana, putting freshman Luke Fahey in line to start against USC on Oct. 31. Ohio State survived a top-five showdown with Indiana on Saturday, but the Buckeyes left Bloomington facing a significant challenge to their national championship aspirations. Starting quarterback Julian Sayin is expected to miss several weeks with an injury, leaving true freshman Luke…

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Ohio State vs. Indiana: TSB Staff Picks for the Buckeyes and Hoosiers in Top 5 Showdown

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) motions during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026. Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch, USA TODAY Network Via Reuters Co
October 16, 2026

The Silver Bulletin staff predicts Ohio State vs. Indiana as the Buckeyes and Hoosiers collide in a Top 5 showdown in Bloomington.  Ohio State heads to Bloomington on Saturday for a top-five matchup with Indiana, looking to answer the Hoosiers after last season’s 13-10 Big Ten Championship Game loss. Curt Cignetti has built Indiana into a national contender, and the Hoosiers can prove last year was no fluke. For Ryan…

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Ohio State vs. Indiana Predictions: 6 Bold Picks, Score Predictions and Keys to Victory

Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Jermaine Mathews Jr. (7) and defensive back Cam Calhoun (18) hit Maryland Terrapins wide receiver Jayden Kitchens (17) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026. Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch, USA TODAY Network Via Reuters Co
October 16, 2026

Blake Biscardi and Grant Kincaid make six bold predictions for Ohio State vs. Indiana, pick the winner and over/under, and break down the keys to victory in Bloomington. Ohio State has a chance to answer one of the biggest questions surrounding its program as it travels to Bloomington to face Indiana on Saturday. The Buckeyes and Hoosiers meet in a top-five showdown and a rematch of last season’s Big Ten…

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Ohio State Recruiting: 2027 LB James Conrad Chooses Ohio State

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October 15, 2026

BOOM! 2027 3-star linebacker James Conrad has committed to Ohio State, according to a Rivals social media announcement on Thursday. The Buckeyes extended an offer to James Conrad on October 10th after the Maryland matchup. Conrad had been committed to Buffalo since June before receiving the offer from Ohio State. Rumblings began as soon as the offer came in, and it’s now official. Conrad also holds offers from Toledo, Kent…

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How Will Ohio State’s Offensive Line Handle Indiana’s Defense Without Austin Siereveld?

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October 15, 2026

Ohio State reshuffles its offensive line against Indiana as Phillip Daniels returns from injury, Gabe VanSickle starts at guard, and Julian Sayin faces defensive pressure. Ohio State will start a new offensive line against Indiana, with Austin Siereveld ruled out and Phillip Daniels returning from injury. Gabe VanSickle will start at right guard, while Ian Moore takes left tackle and Luke Montgomery lines up at left guard. The expected starting…

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Ohio State QB Julian Sayin’s Growth Faces a Test Against Indiana’s Pass Rush

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) scrambles during the first half of the Big Ten Conference championship game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Dec. 6, 2025. Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch, Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY
October 13, 2026

Julian Sayin’s growth will be tested against Indiana’s pass rush as Ohio State prepares for a rematch of last season’s Big Ten Championship. Julian Sayin will face the team that gave him his most difficult night of the 2025 season when Ohio State travels to Indiana on Saturday. The rematch will be a different challenge for the Buckeyes’ quarterback, who has spent the offseason and first six games improving his…

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Ohio State Has Had Indiana Circled Since the Big Ten Championship Game

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October 13, 2026

Ohio State enters its Top-5 matchup with Indiana motivated by last year’s Big Ten Championship loss as the Buckeyes prepare for a road test in Bloomington. Ohio State has spent nearly a year thinking about its loss to Indiana in the Big Ten Championship Game. On Saturday, the Buckeyes will get their first chance to respond. “They took something from us that we really wanted,” defensive tackle Eddrick Houston said….

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Can Ohio State Be Trusted Against Indiana and in Big Games Down the Stretch?

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 12, 2026

After four straight wins, including a road victory at Iowa, can Ohio State be trusted against Indiana and the toughest remaining schedule in college football? Which version of Ohio State better represents the team: the one that dominated the first three quarters against Texas or the one that surrendered a 20-point lead in the fourth? Ryan Day frequently talks about trust when discussing playing time for transfers and young players….

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Ohio State vs. Maryland: 3 Notable Takeaways for Buckeyes Ahead of Indiana Showdown

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October 11, 2026

Short-handed Ohio State beat Maryland 45-16 behind a big game from the tight ends and the running game, even as it reshuffled the offensive line. COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio State dominates Maryland 45-16 despite missing five starters and other key players.  An overcast Fall day turned rainy in Columbus as Ohio State celebrated Homecoming while hosting Maryland. The Buckeyes dominated on the scoreboard, but Ryan Day still wants to see…

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