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With a bye week to prepare, Ohio State should give Tavien St. Clair a shot at USC

Ohio State’s national title hopes face a critical test after quarterback Julian Sayin’s injury in a tight 19-15 victory over Indiana, forcing the Buckeyes to rethink their depth chart. With true freshman Luke Fahey now entrenched as the primary backup, head coach Ryan Day and offensive coordinator Billy Fessler have prioritized his development—praised in August for his work ethic and later for earning the role through practice—but the upcoming bye week presents an opportunity to explore another option.

Sophomore Tavien St. Clair, a 6-foot-4, 235-pound prospect with elite arm talent and five-star recruiting pedigree, could offer a higher offensive ceiling if given the chance to lead the offense long-term.

While Fahey’s reliability in short-term situations is clear, St. Clair’s physical advantages and proven ability to stretch the field might better suit Ohio State’s championship aspirations against elite competition like USC, Oregon, and Michigan.

The decision hinges on whether the coaching staff believes St. Clair’s strengths align with the Buckeyes’ need to elevate their play beyond the current playbook’s limitations.

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