Texas defeats Ohio State in college football game in Austin
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 4:12 AM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026
Texas defeated Ohio State 24-23 on September 12, 2026, at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin. Ohio State led 23-3 with 8:09 remaining in the third quarter before Texas scored three consecutive touchdowns to finalize the result. The Buckeyes struggled offensively in the second half, managing only 132 total yards and three points. Ryan Day cited issues with red zone execution, clock management, and special teams performance following the loss. This defeat marks the third time in four games that Ohio State has lost. The Buckeyes now prepare to address these recurring tactical and personnel failures.
- •Texas won the game 24-23 after trailing by 20 points in the third quarter.
- •Ohio State missed a 45-yard field goal attempt with 4:21 remaining.
- •The Buckeyes went scoreless in the second half until the final stages of the game.
- •This was the third loss for Ohio State over their last four games.
- 4:12 AMYahoo Sports — Ohio State is 1-3 in its last four games, and Ryan Day needs to provide some answers — fast
"The Buckeyes suffered a stunning defeat after leading 23-3 against Texas. It is Ohio State’s third loss in its last four games, and the head coach needs to take a long look in the mirror
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