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Ohio State QB Julian Sayin out 'indefinitely' in blow to Buckeyes' CFP, national title hopes
CBS Sports • • general
Key Points:
- Ohio State star quarterback Julian Sayin is expected to be out indefinitely due to an arm injury, potentially missing the remainder of the season, which could significantly impact the team's national championship aspirations.
- Coach Ryan Day indicated that Sayin may not return for the regular season or postseason, with backups Luke Fahey and Tavien St. Clair set to take first-team snaps during the upcoming bye week.
- Sayin, who ranked third nationally in passing yards and touchdowns before his injury, will miss key upcoming games against teams like USC, Oregon, and Michigan if sidelined for the season.
- The College Football Playoff selection committee may factor Sayin's absence into Ohio State's evaluation, as missing a key player can affect seeding and postseason outlook, similar to Florida State’s situation in 2023.
- Despite the setback, Ohio State remains strong with standout players like Heisman frontrunner Jeremiah Smith and a top-ranked defense, but the team's playoff path now hinges on how well it performs without Sayin.
