Ohio State ends Indiana’s 22-game win streak by a single step; Julian Sayin injured: news

Ohio State Ends Indiana’s 22-Game Win Streak in Dramatic Finish; Julian Sayin Injured

In a thrilling top-five Big Ten showdown, No. 4 Ohio State defeated No. 5 Indiana 19–15 at Memorial Stadium, snapping the Hoosiers’ historic 22-game winning streak in a game decided literally by inches.

The Final Stand: Decided by a Single Step

Indiana had an opportunity to take the lead in the final minute of the fourth quarter on a crucial 4th-and-4 from Ohio State’s 27-yard line. Quarterback Josh Hoover connected with wide receiver Nick Marsh in the front corner of the end zone, initially sending the Bloomington crowd and stadium fireworks into celebration. However, official review confirmed that Marsh’s foot landed just out of bounds while securing the catch, resulting in a turnover on downs and sealing the Buckeyes’ victory. The loss was Indiana’s first defeat since the 2024 season and the first home loss of head coach Curt Cignetti’s tenure.

Key Game Highlights and Scoring

• Clutch 4th Down Plays: Julian Sayin connected with Jeremiah Smith on a 38-yard touchdown pass on fourth down, helping Ohio State build a 19–7 lead.

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• Hoosiers’ Rally: Indiana responded when Hoover hit Marsh for a 19-yard touchdown and converted a two-point try to cut the deficit to 19–15 with 10:30 remaining.

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• Stat Lines: Sayin finished 15-of-29 for 235 yards with two interceptions before exiting. Hoover passed for 296 yards and a touchdown despite battling his own shoulder injury during the second half.

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Julian Sayin Injury Update

The Buckeyes’ victory came with a significant setback. Starting quarterback Julian Sayin was forced out in the fourth quarter after suffering an injury to his right throwing arm/shoulder. Sayin spent the final minutes of the contest on the sideline wearing a protective arm sling.

Post-game reports indicate Sayin is expected to miss several weeks of action. Ohio State turned to true freshman quarterback Luke Fahey to help manage the offense down the stretch, and Fahey is positioned to step into a primary role while Sayin recovers.