Indiana football struggles in close loss to Ohio State at home
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 9:34 PM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026
Indiana football faced Ohio State at Memorial Stadium on October 17, 2026, losing 19-15. The defeat ended Indiana's 20+ game unbeaten streak. Offensive issues included struggles for quarterback Josh Hoover and a faltering running game, while the defense performed well by limiting key plays. The team now looks to assess its playoff potential moving forward after the setback against a top opponent.
- •Indiana's unbeaten streak ends after loss to Ohio State.
- •Score was 19-15, following a competitive matchup.
- •Josh Hoover had difficulty connecting with receivers.
- •Indiana's defense effectively pressured Ohio State's offense.
- •Next assessments focus on playoff viability for the Hoosiers.
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