Indiana lost 38-15 to OSU at Ohio Stadium with notable miscues in all three phases. The Buckeyes scored 31 consecutive points after IU scored on its opening possession while holding the Hoosiers to less than 200 yards — they traded touchdowns during the game's final two minutes.

The answer to the question of whether Indiana’s second-half problems with Michigan were reflective of talent or scheme wasn’t kind to the Hoosiers (10-1, 7-1) on S

But No. 2 Ohio State's 38-15 victory in front of 105,751 loud fans at Ohio Stadium was a struggle until two punt plays proved decisive. The Buckeyes capitalized on a fumbled punt snap late in the second quarter to take their first lead, and Caleb Downs returned a punt 79 yards for a touchdown early in the third quarter.