The upcoming college football game between the No. 4 Ohio State Buckeyes and the No. 5 Indiana Hoosiers on October 17, 2026, has garnered significant attention. This matchup is particularly noteworthy as it marks the first top-five showdown at Indiana's Memorial Stadium since its opening in 1960. (cbssports.com)
Indiana enters the game with an unblemished 6-0 record, recently securing a narrow 20-17 victory over Nebraska. Their offense averages 40.2 points per game, while their defense allows just 11.8 points per game. (foxsports.com) Key players include quarterback Josh Hoover, who has amassed 1,364 passing yards, and running back Turbo Richard, leading the team with 597 rushing yards. (iuhoosiers.com)
Ohio State, with a 5-1 record, is coming off a decisive 45-16 win against Maryland. The Buckeyes' offense averages 42.7 points per game, and their defense concedes 13.2 points per game. (foxsports.com) Quarterback Julian Sayin has thrown for 1,772 yards, and wide receiver Jeremiah Smith has recorded 916 receiving yards. (ohiostatebuckeyes.com)
This game is also a rematch of the 2025 Big Ten Championship, where Indiana edged out Ohio State 13-10, marking their first victory over the Buckeyes since 1988. (fox.com) The game is scheduled for noon ET and will be broadcast on FOX. (iuhoosiers.com)