Ohio State blows 20-point lead in loss to Texas Longhorns
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Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Ohio State fell to Texas 24-23 in Austin on September 12, 2026, after leading 23-3. The Buckeyes allowed three touchdowns in the fourth quarter, highlighted by Hollywood Smothers’ game-winning run with 25 seconds remaining. Players with Texas ties had mixed performances, with Riley Pettijohn recording key defensive plays. Devin McCuin struggled with only one reception as Texas focused on limiting other options.
- •Ohio State led 23-3 before Texas's comeback.
- •Hollywood Smothers scored the winning touchdown late in the fourth quarter.
- •Riley Pettijohn had three tackles, including a sack.
- •Devin McCuin caught only one pass for five yards.
- •Ohio State needs to improve its offensive execution going forward.
- 3:01 PMYahoo Sports — Homecoming to heartbreak: How Ohio State’s Texas Buckeyes fared against the Longhorns
"Eight Buckeyes with Texas ties left Austin with very different takeaways from Ohio State’s heartbreaking loss.
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