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Everything You Need to Know Before Ohio State vs. Indiana

Ohio State’s quest for revenge against Indiana takes center stage this weekend, as the Buckeyes aim to erase last season’s Big Ten Championship Game loss by traveling to Bloomington for a high-stakes showdown. The Buckeyes will face key personnel decisions, with running back Ja'Kobi Jackson sidelined due to ankle issues—he’s already contributed six touchdowns and averaged six yards per carry this season.

His absence clears the way for Bo Jackson to reclaim the starting role, while wide receivers Brandon Inniss and Devin McCuin return after missing the Maryland game. Ohio State’s offensive line will also be tested, as captain Austin Siereveld misses his second straight game, though Phillip Daniels’ return provides some stability against Indiana’s formidable defensive front, which has recorded 20 sacks through six games, led by Tobi Osunsanmi and Stephen Daley.

Indiana enters the matchup as one of the nation’s most potent offenses, with quarterback Josh Hoover leading the charge. Hoover has thrown for 1,364 yards and 17 touchdowns without an interception, including clutch fourth-quarter performances like his two touchdown drives against Nebraska last week.

However, the Hoosiers’ rushing attack has shown vulnerability, managing just 65 yards on 22 attempts against Nebraska—a stark contrast to their season average of 221.3 yards per game. Third-down efficiency has also been a concern, with Indiana converting only one of 10 attempts while allowing Nebraska to go 10-for-19.

The Buckeyes will look to exploit these weaknesses, particularly on the ground, where their depth at running back and offensive line could turn the tide in a game where every yard matters.

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