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Hoosiers' Winning Streak Snapped: 4 Takeaways From Ohio State’s Win Over Indiana

Ohio State ended Indiana’s historic 22-game winning streak in a thrilling finish, securing a 19-15 victory in a game that hinged on a last-second play. With just over a minute left, Indiana quarterback Josh Hoover’s deep pass to wide receiver Nick Marsh fell just short of the goal line, allowing the Buckeyes to hold on.

The win underscores the growing intensity of this emerging rivalry, as both teams vie for dominance in an era marked by rapid roster changes and an expanding College Football Playoff landscape.

Jeremiah Smith’s impact was decisive, though his early struggles raised concerns. After Indiana’s defense stifled him in the first half—limiting him to just two catches for 20 yards—Smith turned the tide in the third quarter with a game-sealing touchdown.

Meanwhile, Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin’s performance faltered midway through the game, including a costly interception and a fourth-quarter injury that forced him to exit with a sling. Indiana’s aggressive defense, which sacked Sayin four times and disrupted his rhythm, played a key role in the Buckeyes’ narrow escape.

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