Jaylen McClain shines as Ohio State edges Indiana 19-15
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Oct 29, 2026
Ohio State's Jaylen McClain made a critical defensive play, blitzing Indiana quarterback Josh Hoover and forcing a fumble that led to a recovery in the third quarter. The Buckeyes defeated Indiana 19-15, ending the Hoosiers' 22-game winning streak. This victory is particularly noteworthy as Ohio State might be without starting quarterback Julian Sayin for the rest of the season due to a shoulder injury. The Buckeyes, now sitting at 6-1 and ranked No. 2, gear up for a challenging matchup against USC on Halloween, with a decision pending on Sayin's replacement.
- •McClain's forced fumble was his first career sack.
- •Julian Sayin's injury puts pressure on the Buckeyes' offense.
- •Ohio State has won 13 consecutive regular-season conference games.
- •Next, Ohio State faces USC on Halloween, followed by Oregon.
- 3:00 PMCBS Sports — It's all relative: Ohio State's Jaylen McClain proving 'the dark side' defensive instincts run deep in family
"Under a familiar set of assistant coaches, the Buckeyes' safety is carrying on a family tradition and providing leadership exactly when his team needs it most
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