No. 4 Ohio State takes advantage of No. 5 Indiana’s miscue to hold on for 19-15 victory

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Julian Sayin's 38-yard touchdown pass to Jeremiah Smith on fourth down clinched a 19-15 victory for No. 4 Ohio State over No. 5 Indiana on Saturday. The win snapped Indiana's 22-game winning streak and home-winning streak of 19 games, the two longest active in the Football Bowl Subdivision. However, the victory could have long-term consequences for Ohio State, as quarterback Julian Sayin appeared to injure his right arm during the game and was forced to leave the field.

Indiana's Josh Hoover responded to Ohio State's lead by throwing a 19-yard touchdown pass to Nick Marsh and a 2-point conversion, bringing the score to 19-15 with 10 minutes left on the clock. The game marked Indiana's first home loss under coach Curt Cignetti's tenure and the first top-five matchup in Memorial Stadium history. Ohio State, however, will face challenges as they travel to visit No. 19 Southern California in two weeks.

Meanwhile, Indiana will face Michigan in their next game, aiming to secure their second consecutive series win for the first time since 1958-59.