Austin Siereveld returns to practice ahead of USC matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 7:31 PM
Last updated Oct 29, 2026
Ohio State offensive lineman Austin Siereveld returned to practice this week after missing two games due to an illness. Head coach Ryan Day indicated that Siereveld's availability for the upcoming game against USC would be determined through the week. Siereveld's return could provide a crucial boost to the offensive line, particularly in protecting the starting quarterback, who is yet to be named. The Buckeyes previously struggled without him, leading to significant issues with pass protection and run game effectiveness.
- •Siereveld has not played since October 3.
- •Ohio State quarterbacks struggled in the last game without Siereveld.
- •Ryan Day plans to utilize Siereveld at tackle if cleared.
- •Ohio State will face USC on November 5.
- 7:31 PMYahoo Sports — Austin Siereveld’s return might matter more than anyone realizes
"Whoever starts at quarterback against USC will need protection more than anything. Austin Siereveld’s return gives Ohio State their best offensive line back together for the first time since Iowa
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