Ohio State holds Indiana to 73 rushing yards in 19-15 victory

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Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Ohio State holds Indiana to 73 rushing yards in 19-15 victory
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Ohio State defeated Indiana 19-15 on October 17, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington. The Buckeyes' defense was the key, limiting Indiana to just 73 rushing yards, well below their average of 221.3. Indiana struggled offensively, scoring only 15 points, with much of that coming during a brief scoring surge. Julian Sayin left the game with an injury, complicating Ohio State's offensive efforts. Both teams finished with two turnovers.

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  • •Ohio State scored 19 points, Indiana scored 15.
  • •Indiana's rushing offense was held to 73 yards.
  • •Julian Sayin is likely out several weeks due to injury.
  • •Jeremiah Smith tied Braylon Edwards' Big Ten touchdown record.
  • •Both teams turned the ball over twice.
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  • 1:16 AMYahoo Sports — Ohio State’s front seven vs. Indiana’s run game decided the game
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Indiana came into Saturday averaging 221 rushing yards per game. Ohio State held the Hoosiers to 73 yards on the ground and survived a wild finish. snapping the defending champs’ 22-game win streak

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