Indiana Defeats Ohio State in 2026 Big Ten Rematch Scheduled for October 17
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Indiana Secures CFP Title and Undefeated Season Indiana defeated Miami 27‑21 to capture the College Football Playoff National Championship, completing an undefeated season for the Hoosiers. The victory marks the program’s first CFP title and a historic turnaround after a previous loss to Ohio State. Indiana’s championship run underscores its emergence as a national power in 2026 [1].
Big Ten Announces Ohio State–Indiana Game Date The conference set October 17 for Ohio State’s trip to Bloomington, scheduling the rematch of the recent Big Ten Championship game. Kickoff time remains unannounced, but the date confirms the Hoosiers will host the Buckeyes shortly after their title win. This matchup follows Indiana’s 13‑10 championship victory over Ohio State, highlighting a notable shift in conference dynamics [1].
Ohio State’s 2026 Non‑Conference Opener and Early Road Trip Ohio State opens its 2026 campaign at home against Ball State on September 5, then travels to Austin to face Texas the following week. The Buckeyes return home for a September 19 home game versus Kent State before entering conference play. These early contests set the tone for Ohio State’s schedule ahead of Big Ten competition [1].
Remaining Big Ten Slate Revealed for Ohio State Ohio State’s home conference slate includes Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, Northwestern and Oregon, while its away games feature Indiana on October 17, plus trips to Iowa, Nebraska and USC. The full Big Ten schedule will be released on January 27. This balanced mix of home and away opponents positions Ohio State for a competitive season across the league [1].
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