Ohio State seeks path to Big Ten Championship after Oregon loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 7:35 PM
Last updated Nov 11, 2026

Ohio State still has a plausible route to the Big Ten Championship game despite losing to Oregon. With three regular season games remaining, the Buckeyes need to win all their games while hoping USC and Indiana each lose at least one of their remaining matches. The ability to win crucial tiebreakers could play a significant role in determining their fate. If successful, Ohio State might secure a place in the College Football Playoff as well, according to ESPN's Allstate Playoff Predictor, which suggests a 56% chance if they win out. The team’s next games will be pivotal in this unfolding scenario.
- •Ohio State lost to Oregon.
- •The Buckeyes have three games left this season.
- •USC and Indiana need to lose at least one game each.
- •Winning out could give Ohio State a shot at the playoffs.
- 7:35 PMYahoo Sports — Ohio State path to Big Ten champioship game is easier than you think
"Despite the loss to Oregon Saturday, Ohio State still has a surprisingly realistic chance of making the Big Ten Championship game.
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