Ohio State tops Iowa 31-14 in college football showdown
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 12:09 AM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Ohio State secured a 31-14 victory over Iowa on October 3 in Iowa City. The Buckeyes took control early, scoring off a fumble recovery on Iowa's first series. Iowa struggled offensively, finishing with just 39 rushing yards and 199 passing yards. Julian Sayin led Ohio State, throwing for 324 yards with two touchdown passes. Iowa's Jeremy Hecklinski added a late touchdown pass but faced challenges following key injuries to players Zach Lutmer and Deshaun Lee. Iowa now looks ahead to a matchup against Washington.
- •Ohio State leads early after recovering Iowa's fumble.
- •Julian Sayin completed 20 of 27 passes for 324 yards.
- •Iowa rushed for only 39 yards against Ohio State's defense.
- •Jeremy Hecklinski threw for a touchdown in the fourth quarter.
- •Iowa prepares for a game against Washington next.
- 12:09 AMYahoo Sports — Hawkeye Football: Instant Reaction Iowa Overmatched by Ohio State 31-14
"The Hawkeyes pass defense bends and breaks as Jeremiah Smith and Julian Sayin take to the air.
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