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Ohio State prepares for USC matchup amid Julian Sayin's arm injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 11:20 PM

Last updated Oct 30, 2026

Ohio State prepares for USC matchup amid Julian Sayin's arm injury

Summary

Ohio State is set to face USC on the West Coast this weekend in a critical matchup. This game marks Ohio State's first since quarterback Julian Sayin sustained a significant injury during the October 17 victory over Indiana. Head coach Ryan Day has yet to confirm whether Luke Fahey or Tavien St. Clair will start at quarterback as they confront the Trojans' defensive challenges. Nick Saban noted the importance of utilizing their talented receiving corps, particularly Jeremiah Smith, to mitigate defensive pressure. The Buckeyes, currently 6-1, enter the game as 6.5-point favorites.

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Status Watch

•Ohio State faces USC while coming off a bye week.
•Julian Sayin suffered a significant injury on October 17.
•Ryan Day has not confirmed the starting quarterback for USC.
•Nick Saban emphasizes utilizing weapons outside in the offense.
•Ohio State is currently 6-1 and 6.5-point favorites.

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11:20 PMYahoo Sports — Nick Saban reveals how Ohio State’s Ryan Day can direct QB situation amid Julian Sayin injury

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Ohio State returns to battle this weekend as the Buckeyes face USC on the West Coast in one of the high-profile games of the weekend. This game is a major test as it will be Ohio State’s first game since Julian Sayin suffered his significant right arm injury in the Buckeyes’ October 17 victory over Indiana. Head coach Ryan Day has not announced […] The post Nick Saban reveals how Ohio State’s Ryan Day can direct QB situation amid Julian Sayin injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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