Here are three keys for No. 5 Ohio State at No. 4 Indiana on Oct. 17:
Limit mistakes
Ohio State’s nine penalties at Iowa, including five false starts, were a season-high, and the Buckeyes experienced similar issues the following week against Maryland when they were flagged eight times.
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Four of the penalties extended the Terrapins’ lone drive of more than 22 yards, leading to a touchdown. Also, quarterback Julian Sayin fumbled following two sacks last week, losing one of them, and threw an interception.
They will need to be cleaner against the Hoosiers, who are among the most disciplined teams in the Football Bowl Subdivision. Indiana has committed just one turnover through six games, the fewest in the country, and ranks as the fourth-least penalized team.
Oct 10, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Indiana Hoosiers wide receiver Nick Marsh (11) and wide receiver Charlie Becker (80) celebrate after a touchdown against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
Prevent big plays
The Hoosiers are explosive on offense. They have generated 41 plays from scrimmage of at least 20 yards, the second-most in the FBS, and average 7.82 yards per play, which ranks third.
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The big-play ability stems from a combination of playmakers. Running back Turbo Richard leads the nation with 10 runs of 20 or more yards, while wide receivers Charlie Becker and Nick Marsh stress defenses as well.
Becker and Marsh each have nine catches of 20-plus yards, tied for the 10th-most. While Becker is a deep threat downfield, Marsh does damage after the catch.
After breakdowns against Illinois three weeks ago, the Buckeyes have made strides in limiting chunk plays and will look for the trend to continue.
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Ohio State Buckeyes sway as “Carmen Ohio” is performed after defeating the Maryland Terrapins in the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Morgan Powell, center, celebrates after the Ohio State Buckeyes defeating the Maryland Terrapins in the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes sway as “Carmen Ohio” is performed after defeating the Maryland Terrapins in the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes running back Ja’kobi Jackson (24) leaves the field following the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026. Ohio State won 45-16.
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Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Kenyatta Jackson Jr. (2) signs autographs following the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026. Ohio State won 45-16.
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Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) and Brutus Buckeye sing “Carmen Ohio” following the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026. Ohio State won 45-16.
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Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) and Brutus Buckeye sing “Carmen Ohio” following the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026. Ohio State won 45-16.
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Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) and Brutus Buckeye sing “Carmen Ohio” following the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026. Ohio State won 45-16.
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Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) and Brutus Buckeye sing “Carmen Ohio” following the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026. Ohio State won 45-16.
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Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) sits on the sideline during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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A scuffle breaks out on the Ohio State Buckeyes bench near the end of the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day talks to running back Ja’kobi Jackson (24) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) celebrates a touchdown during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Marching Band director Chris Hoch motions to the band to play “Fat Bottomed Girls” during the NCAA football game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day watches during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes running back Ja’kobi Jackson (24) quiets the Maryland Terrapins defense after a first down run during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes running back Ja’kobi Jackson (24) runs during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) motions during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day watches during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes running back Ja’kobi Jackson (24) signals for a first down during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes running back Ja’kobi Jackson (24) fights for yardage through the Maryland Terrapins defense during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) takes a snap during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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The Ohio State Buckeyes face the Maryland Terrapins during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Riley Pettijohn (5) steps over Maryland Terrapins quarterback Malik Washington (7) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes safety Jaylen McClain (8) hits Maryland Terrapins quarterback Malik Washington (7) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes offensive line coach Tyler Bowen high fives \o41o#2\ during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes running backs coach Carlos Locklyn hugs running back Bo Jackson (25) after a touchdown during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) celebrates a touchdown run by running back Bo Jackson (25) during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) celebrates a touchdown during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) runs for a touchdown during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes fans cheer during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Jermaine Mathews Jr. (7) celebrates with defensive back Cam Calhoun (18) during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes defensive back Cam Calhoun (18) breaks up a pass for Maryland Terrapins wide receiver Chris Durr Jr. (13) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Maryland Terrapins defensive lineman Sidney Stewart (11) celebrates a touchdown by linebacker Daniel Wingate (1) during the NCAA football game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Jermaine Mathews Jr. (7) and defensive back Cam Calhoun (18) hit Maryland Terrapins wide receiver Jayden Kitchens (17) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes defensive coordinator Matt Patricia watches during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Maryland Terrapins linebacker Daniel Wingate (1) hits Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Fans watch the game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Maryland Terrapins in the rain in the second half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes running back Ja’kobi Jackson (24) fights for yards in the second half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Kyle Parker (5) runs the ball against Maryland Terrapins defensive back Dontay Joyner (16) in the second half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) runs the ball in the second half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes running back Ja’kobi Jackson (24) runs the ball in the second half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State marching band members celebrate after a touchdown was scored in the second half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) stands for “Carmen Ohio” after defeating the Maryland Terrapins in the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes sway as “Carmen Ohio” is performed after defeating the Maryland Terrapins in the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Jamir Perez (98) signs his autograph for fans after defeating the Maryland Terrapins in the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Jordan Thomas (15) reacts in the second half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) runs the ball in for a touchdown in the second half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) runs the ball in the second half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Teammates celebrate a touchdown by Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Mason Williams (86) during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) motions during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes running back Ja’kobi Jackson (24) runs during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Eddrick Houston (96) loses his helmet as he tackles Maryland Terrapins running back DeJuan Williams (0) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Wet Ohio State Buckeyes fans watch during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Chris Henry Jr. (15) celebrates a catch behind Maryland Terrapins defensive back Dontay Joyner (16) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Chris Henry Jr. (15) celebrates a catch behind Maryland Terrapins defensive back Dontay Joyner (16) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes safety Earl Little Jr. (1) celebrates with defensive back Cam Calhoun (18) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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The Ohio State Marching Band cheers during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Kenyatta Jackson Jr. (2) pursues Maryland Terrapins quarterback Malik Washington (7) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes safety Jaylen McClain (8) celebrates a tackle during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) scores a touchdown during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) scores a touchdown past Maryland Terrapins defensive back Messiah Delhomme (33) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) scores a touchdown past Maryland Terrapins defensive back Messiah Delhomme (33) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) throws during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day reacts on the sideline during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Eddrick Houston (96) celebrates a tackle of Maryland Terrapins running back DeJuan Williams (0) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes fans watch during the rainy NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day yells at defensive lineman Beau Atkinson (12) after a roughing the passer call during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes defensive lineman Beau Atkinson (12) defends Maryland Terrapins quarterback Malik Washington (7) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes fans celebrate a touchdwon during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes cheerleaders celebrate a touchdwon during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day watches during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Nate Roberts (83) celebrates a touchdown during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Nate Roberts (83) scores a touchdown during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Nate Roberts (83) scores a touchdown during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Maryland Terrapins kicker Sean O’Haire (36) kicks a field goal during the NCAA football game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes safety Earl Little Jr. (1) and linebacker Riley Pettijohn (5) celebrate a stop during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Maryland Terrapins defensive lineman Zion Elee (0) hits Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) forcing a fumble during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Maryland Terrapins defensive lineman Zion Elee (0) hits Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) forcing a fumble during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Maryland Terrapins defensive lineman Zion Elee (0) hits Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) forcing a fumble during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Brutus Buckeye holds an umbrella during the NCAA football game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Brutus Buckeye holds an umbrella during the NCAA football game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Riley Pettijohn (5) and defensive end Eddrick Houston (96) stop Maryland Terrapins running back DeJuan Williams (0) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) scores a touchdown past Maryland Terrapins defensive lineman Sidney Stewart (11)during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) celebrates a touchdown during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) catches a pass during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) catches a pass during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Phillip Bell (7) returns a punt past Maryland Terrapins long snapper Luke O’Hare (97) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes defensive lineman James Smith (3) reacts during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes take the field before the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) looks to pass during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) looks to pass during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes fans cheer during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day leads the team to the field during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day leads the team to the field during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes run on the field before the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Brutus Buckeye takes the field with Gary LeVox of Rascal Flatts during the NCAA football game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes take the field before the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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before the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Maryland Terrapins head coach Mike Locksley reacts in the first half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Jermaine Mathews Jr. (7) and safety Earl Little Jr. (1) celebrate in the first half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Phillip Bell (7) celebrates in the first half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeye fan celebrate in the first half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes safety Earl Little Jr. (1) tackles Maryland Terrapins wide receiver Kaleb Webb (2) in the first half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Maryland Terrapins quarterback Malik Washington (7) looks to make a pass in the first half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Nate Roberts (83) runs the ball in for a touchdown in the first half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Nate Roberts (83) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown in the first half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Eddrick Houston (96) celebrates in the first half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) runs the ball in the first half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Mason Williams (86) celebrates after scoring a touchdown In the first half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) runs the ball against Maryland Terrapins defensive back Lavain Scruggs (2) in the first half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes helmets sit on the sideline prior to the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback commit Chris Vargas walks onto the field prior to the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) warms up prior to the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Tavien St. Clair (9) high fives teammates during warm ups prior to the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Chris Henry Jr. (15) and wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) run to the locker room during warm ups prior to the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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The Ohio State Buckeyes emerge from the locker room prior to the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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The Ohio State Buckeyes emerge from the locker room prior to the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Jermaine Mathews Jr. (7) tightens his helmet as he takes the field prior to the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Finley Combs high-fives Ohio State players before the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) and running back Stanley Jackson Jr. (28) take the field for warm-ups before the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) speaks to his teammates during warm-ups before the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) and Kyle Parker (5) takes the field for warm-ups before the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) laughs as he warm-ups before the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes long snapper Dalton Riggs (55) takes the field for warm-ups before the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Payton Pierce (26) takes the field for warm-ups before the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day walks to the stadium before the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day receives a buckeye as he walks into the stadium before the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes receive buckeyes as they arrive to the stadium before the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes receive buckeyes as they arrive to the stadium before the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Brutus Buckeye leads the football team into Ohio Stadium prior to the game against the Maryland Terrapins in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day arrives prior to the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) arrives prior to the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) arrives prior to the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes defensive coordinator Matt Patricia waves to fans as the team arrives prior to the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) arrives prior to the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day walks up the tunnel as the team arrives prior to the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day walks up the tunnel as the team arrives prior to the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026.
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Ohio State Buckeyes running back Favour Akih (29) takes the field before the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Kyle Parker (5) takes the field before the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) runs off the field before the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day walks to the field before the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Ohio State Buckeyes prepare to take the field before the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium on Oct. 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Finish drives
It was the red zone that spelled trouble for the Buckeyes against Indiana in the Big Ten championship game last season. Their offense came up empty after two trips inside the Hoosiers’ 20-yard line in the second half of their 13-10 loss, and they have not always been efficient in bigger games this year.
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The Buckeyes finished with five touchdowns in 11 red-zone trips at Iowa and Texas. Indiana’s defense has not been as impenetrable near the goal line this year. Opponents’ red-zone touchdown percentage is up to 55% from 37%, which was the third-best rate in the FBS last season. But it remains as important for Ohio State to win in these situations.
Key matchup
Ohio State offensive line vs. Indiana defensive line
Indiana is dominant up front.
The return of Stephen Daley, who received a fifth year of eligibility following a court ruling, has bolstered a stout defensive line. The Hoosiers’ 20 sacks are the third-most in the FBS, including five in five games from Daley.
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Injuries and illness have left Ohio State’s offensive line in flux this week, a potential area of concern after the Buckeyes surrendered five sacks to the Hoosiers in last year’s matchup. Indiana’s pass rush, which uses a mix of simulated pressures and other disguises in addition to veteran personnel, warrants better protection for Sayin. The Buckeyes’ offensive line line will need to hold up if they are to put their star-studded duo of Sayin and Jeremiah Smith in the best position.
Key stat
19: The Hoosiers are 19-0 at Memorial Stadium since the arrival of Curt Cignetti in 2024.
Joey Kaufman covers Ohio State football for The Columbus Dispatch. Email him at jkaufman@dispatch.com and follow him on @joeyrkaufman on X.
This article originally appeared on The Columbus Dispatch: How can Ohio State football beat Indiana? 3 keys for Big Ten title game rematch
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