Ohio State falls to Texas 24-23 after fourth-quarter collapse
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 5:31 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
Ohio State lost to Texas 24-23 on September 12, 2026, after surrendering a 20-point lead. Julian Sayin struggled with a completion percentage of 53.1%. Texas capitalized on Ohio State's mistakes, with the Buckeyes recovering only one of four fumbles by the Longhorns. Ohio State's performance marks a troubling 1-3 record over their last four games. The defeat raises concerns among fans regarding the team's trajectory this season.
- •Ohio State lost 24-23 to Texas in Austin on September 12, 2026.
- •The Buckeyes blew a 20-point lead in the fourth quarter.
- •Julian Sayin threw for 53.1% completion rate, a season low.
- •Ohio State recovered just one of Texas's four fumbles.
- •Buckeyes are now 1-3 in their last four games.
- 5:31 PMYahoo Sports — By the Numbers: Key numbers that stand out from Ohio State’s 24-23 loss at Texas
"These numbers really show what happened to the Buckeyes on Saturday night in Austin.
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