Ohio State, Indiana to face off in Big Ten showdown. How they compare

Ohio State and Indiana are set to clash in a Big Ten showdown on October 17. This will be the first meeting between the two teams since Ohio State lost to Indiana in the 2025 Big Ten Championship. Last season, Indiana defeated Ohio State 13-10 on December 6, securing the No. 1 seed in the College Football Playoff. However, Ohio State then lost to Miami in a CFP quarterfinal.

Indiana has started the season 6-0 after a 20-17 win against Nebraska on October 10. Meanwhile, Ohio State is currently 5-1, with a 45-16 victory over Maryland. The Hoosiers have an undefeated record, and after quarterback Fernando Mendoza was chosen first overall in the 2026 NFL Draft, Indiana's coach Curt Cignetti made a significant move by transferring Josh Hoover from TCU. Hoover has been instrumental for Indiana, amassing 1,364 passing yards and 17 touchdowns without an interception in six games.

Ohio State's quarterback Julian Sayin has thrown for 1,772 yards and 17 touchdowns, along with two rushing touchdowns, for a total of 19. In contrast, Indiana's Josh Hoover has contributed 18 total touchdowns, including 17 passing touchdowns and one rushing touchdown. Ohio State's offense has been more prolific, averaging 503.5 yards per game (8th in the FBS), while Indiana's offense has been somewhat restrained, averaging 462.7 yards per game (20th in the FBS).

Ohio State's defense has allowed 246.8 yards per game (5th in the FBS), while Indiana's defense has conceded 263.5 yards per game (12th in the FBS). The game will commence at noon ET on Fox, with streaming options available through Fubo.