Julian Sayin injury: Ohio State QB leaves game vs. Indiana

In a significant college football Saturday, Ohio State found themselves without their starting quarterback, Julian Sayin, who left the game versus Indiana due to an apparent upper-body injury. Sayin exited the field after taking a hit on a passing attempt during the fourth quarter, as seen in a photo shared by Chad Fisher (@ChadFisher) on October 17, 2026.

The injury forced freshman backup quarterback Luke Fahey to step in and take over for Sayin. After Sayin's departure and subsequent return to the sideline with his right arm in a sling, the Ohio State offense was left without their leader, resulting in a punt to Indiana late in the game. Fahey then had limited action, going 0-for-2 on two passing attempts, as reported by FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) on the same day.