**Ohio State suffers upset loss to Indiana before playoff semifinal**
Ohio State University’s football team faced a surprising loss on Saturday night, falling 13-10 to Indiana in the Big Ten Championship game. The loss was Ohio State’s first of the season and came just before the College Football Playoff (CFP) semifinals. The Buckeyes, who are the defending national champions, will enter the playoffs with a rare defeat that coaches and fans say will be tough to forget.
This marks the second straight year Ohio State has entered the playoffs following a loss. Last year, they also lost in their conference title game but recovered to win the national championship. Head coach Ryan Day said the defeat at the hands of Indiana won’t “sit well” with the team, but added that the Buckeyes are ready to refocus and fight for a second consecutive title.
Indiana’s victory shocked many as Ohio State had come into the game undefeated and heavily favored to win. Indiana’s defense was especially strong, holding the explosive Buckeyes offense to only 10 points. The game-winning field goal came in the last minutes, pushing Indiana ahead after being tied most of the second half.
Despite the loss, the selection committee still sees Ohio State as one of the best four teams in the country. They will now prepare to face a top-ranked opponent in the semifinals later this month. Many analysts believe the close loss might even help Ohio State sharpen their performance just in time for the high-stakes national playoff games.
Coach Day said the team understands what’s at stake and won’t let one loss define their season. Players also expressed confidence that they can bounce back quickly. “This is not the end—it’s just a lesson,” said star quarterback Kyle McCord.
For Indiana, the win is historic. It marks their first Big Ten title in over 50 years and proves they are becoming a major force in college football. Fans from both teams are now eagerly waiting to see how the playoff games unfold and whether Ohio State can repeat as champions.
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