Texas defeats Ohio State in Austin after a second-half collapse
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 10:31 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
The Ohio State Buckeyes lost to the Texas Longhorns on September 12, 2026, at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin. Despite early control of the game, Ohio State suffered a collapse in the second half that allowed Texas to secure the win. The loss has prompted scrutiny regarding the performance of the team, specifically the defensive unit and the effectiveness of the passing game beyond Jeremiah Smith. Coaches and analysts are currently evaluating the roles and decision-making of Ryan Day, Arthur Smith, and Matt Patricia following the outcome. The Buckeyes now face questions regarding their national championship prospects as they adjust their approach for the remainder of the 2026 season.
- •Texas defeated Ohio State on September 12 at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.
- •Ohio State maintained control early before a second-half collapse shifted the game momentum.
- •The loss has sparked internal review of offensive and defensive coaching leadership.
- •Team staff are analyzing wide receiver reliability and defensive unit performance.
- 10:31 AMYahoo Sports — Off-Script Ohio: Kent State preview, keys to the game and what we want to see from Ohio State
- 4:06 PMYahoo Sports — Off-Script Ohio: Recapping the Texas disaster and what comes next
"Breaking down the biggest storylines heading into Ohio State's first home game since the Texas loss on the latest episode of Off-Script Ohio
"Cole and Joey break down Ohio State’s brutal loss to Texas and what it means for the Buckeyes moving forward.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 10:31 AMOff-Script Ohio: Kent State preview, keys to the game and what we want to see from Ohio State
Breaking down the biggest storylines heading into Ohio State's first home game since the Texas loss on the latest episode of Off-Script Ohio
- Yahoo SportsSep 13, 2026, 4:06 PMOff-Script Ohio: Recapping the Texas disaster and what comes next
Cole and Joey break down Ohio State’s brutal loss to Texas and what it means for the Buckeyes moving forward.
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