The Julian Sayin injury has created a new concern for Ohio State after the Buckeyes edged Indiana 19-15 on the road in Week 7.
In a rematch of the 2025 Big Ten title game, Sayin, who entered the week tied for fourth nationally with 17 touchdown passes and ranked sixth in FBS with 1,772 passing yards, left for the locker room with roughly eight minutes remaining in the fourth quarter.
Ohio State head coach Ryan Day said after the game that Sayin will miss several weeks. Details of the specific injury were not disclosed. Here is what is known at this point.
How did the Julian Sayin injury happen?
Early in the fourth quarter in Bloomington, Sayin was sacked on first-and-10 from Indiana’s 38-yard line. He fumbled on the play, and Ohio State recovered, but he appeared to be hurt during the hit.
Before exiting, Sayin completed 15 of 29 passes for 235 yards and two touchdowns, with two interceptions.
Did Julian Sayin return against Indiana?
Sayin left in the middle of the fourth quarter and did not re-enter the game. He returned to the sideline before the final whistle with his right, throwing arm in a sling.
What did Ryan Day say about Julian Sayin’s injury?
After the 19-15 win, Day told a sideline reporter he did not have an immediate update, calling Sayin’s departure a significant blow while praising the team’s response. In his postgame remarks, Day added he expects Sayin to be out for a couple of weeks.
Who is Ohio State’s backup quarterback?
True freshman Luke Fahey relieved Sayin in the fourth quarter with the outcome still in doubt. Fahey, a three-star prospect from Mission Viejo, California, stepped in after appearing earlier this season in wins over Ball State and Kent State.
For the year, Fahey has completed 9 of 11 passes for 203 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions.
What is Ohio State’s remaining schedule?
Ohio State improved to 6-1, with its lone loss to Texas. The Buckeyes have a Week 8 bye, then head to Southern California to face USC.
Remaining regular-season games:
- Saturday, October 31: at USC
- Saturday, November 7: vs. Oregon
- Saturday, November 14: vs. Northwestern
- Saturday, November 21: at Nebraska
- Saturday, November 28: vs. Michigan
