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Ohio State Defense Steps Up With Julian Sayin Sidelined

Ohio State Defense Steps Up With Julian Sayin Sidelined
World Sports · 07:29:44 - Thursday, 5 November 2026

Ohio State's defense will need to shoulder a heavier burden with quarterback Julian Sayin sidelined, according to analysis from SB Nation. The Buckeyes' defensive unit showed its potential in a September 5 matchup against Ball State at Ohio Stadium, where defensive tackle Jason Moore recorded a sack on Cardinals quarterback Keldric Luster during the third quarter. With Sayin unavailable, the focus shifts to the defensive line and secondary to maintain the team's competitive edge in the Big Ten conference.

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