Ohio State’s starting quarterback Julian Sayin is out indefinitely with an injury to his throwing arm, head coach Ryan Day confirmed on Tuesday. The Buckeyes are now preparing for the possibility that Sayin will miss the remainder of the season, including postseason play.
Sayin sustained the injury late in Ohio State’s 19-15 win over Indiana on Saturday. He returned to the sideline wearing a sling, a sign of the seriousness of the damage. Speaking to reporters, Day said there is no set timetable for Sayin’s recovery. “We’re not gonna put any timeline for his injury, but he is out indefinitely,” Day said.
The coach added that the program is bracing for the possibility Sayin may not return at all this season. While the quarterback’s season has not been officially declared over, this represents a significant change from earlier expectations that he would miss only several weeks.
Sayin has been one of the nation’s most productive quarterbacks this season, throwing for 2,007 yards with 19 touchdowns and just four interceptions. His absence leaves a major gap for a Buckeyes team with national championship hopes. Freshman Luke Fahey stepped in during the Indiana game and is expected to take over first-team duties as Ohio State adjusts to the loss.
The timing complicates Ohio State’s schedule, which still includes USC, Oregon, Northwestern, Nebraska, and the rivalry game against Michigan on November 28. The Michigan game is one of the most anticipated rivalries in college football, and Sayin’s injury could shift the dynamics considerably.
Day acknowledged the coaching staff is preparing for the possibility of navigating both the rest of the regular season and the postseason without Sayin. That preparation reflects the uncertain outlook on the quarterback’s recovery and the potential impact on Ohio State’s championship ambitions.
Sayin’s injury came at a critical moment in the Big Ten championship race and the College Football Playoff picture. The Buckeyes’ narrow victory over Indiana was secured despite the injury, but now the team faces a challenging path ahead without their starting quarterback firmly available.
Ryan Day’s update on Tuesday confirmed the seriousness of the situation. Ohio State has not officially ruled Sayin out for the year, but the possibility of a season-ending absence has become a real concern within the program. For now, the Buckeyes prepare for the games ahead without a clear return date for their star quarterback.
According to Yahoo Sports.