Ohio State prepares for high heat before upcoming Texas road game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 4:56 PM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Ohio State players are adjusting their training regimens to prepare for extreme temperatures ahead of a September 12 matchup against Texas in Austin. Forecasts indicate a high near 100 degrees at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium for the 7:30 p.m. kickoff. Coach Ryan Day noted that the team is practicing in warmer conditions in Columbus to simulate the environment. Texas previously hosted a game on September 5 where temperatures reached 102 degrees, leading to 13 medical transports for fans in attendance. To mitigate risks, stadium officials have implemented hydration and cooling stations throughout the venue.
- •Ohio State faces Texas on September 12 at 7:30 p.m.
- •National Weather Service forecasts temperatures near 100 degrees for the game.
- •Ohio State players are utilizing saunas and warm-weather practices to prepare for the humidity and heat.
- •Texas previously hosted 100,000 fans in 102-degree heat during a September 5 win over Texas State.
- •The game will be broadcast on ABC.
- 4:56 PMYahoo Sports — Ohio State braces for 100-degree heat in marquee Texas matchup
"It's going to be hot in Austin for the Buckeyes-Longhorns showdown. The forecast calls for a high near 100 degrees.
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