Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin out for several weeks, freshman Luke Fahey to start
Quarterback Julian Sayin suffered a hard sack against Indiana and will miss at least several weeks, while freshman Luke Fahey is expected to take over as starter.
Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin left the game against Indiana in the fourth quarter after a hard sack that forced a fumble. He exited with his right arm in a sling and head coach Ryan Day said the injury will keep him out for at least several weeks, adding that the medical staff is still completing testing.
Freshman Luke Fahey stepped in for Sayin and opened the drive with an eight-yard rush that helped the Buckeyes secure a first down. He finished the game 0-for-2 passing, was penalized for intentional grounding and was sacked once. Fahey, a three-star recruit from Mission Viejo, California, has previously seen limited action, completing 9 of 11 passes for 203 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions this season.
Day highlighted the positive aspects of Fahey’s first play, noting the quarterback’s effort and the team’s response. He cautioned that Fahey needs to manage his tempo and emphasized that the offense will likely simplify the playbook, relying on familiar preseason concepts while Fahey gains experience.
Ohio State will use the upcoming off week to prepare for Fahey’s first start, scheduled against USC on Halloween weekend, as the Buckeyes continue their Big Ten campaign.