Ohio State struggles against Oregon, suffers third loss of the season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 4:27 AM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026
Ohio State fell to Oregon 41-28 in a home game on November 7, 2026. After taking an early 14-0 lead, the Buckeyes allowed 38 unanswered points as their offense struggled to convert third downs and establish a ground game. Quarterback Luke Fahey's performance faltered, and the defense gave up multiple big plays. Ohio State's loss marks its third of the season, complicating its playoff aspirations, as they are now one spot outside the College Football Playoff bracket.
- •Oregon scored 38 straight points after trailing 14-0.
- •Ohio State converted only six of 14 third downs.
- •Luke Fahey struggled in his second start for Ohio State.
- •The Buckeyes' defense allowed four plays of over 20 yards.
- •This loss leaves Ohio State on the brink of playoff elimination.
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