Ohio State freshman QB Luke Fahey to start again vs No. 23 Oregon
The gist
Ohio State coach Ryan Day confirmed true freshman Luke Fahey will start at quarterback against No. 23 Oregon.
Fahey took over after Julian Sayin's arm injury and is 1-0 as a starter.
How it unfolded
- Jun 2025Ohio State offered Fahey after his visit, and he committed less than two weeks later, choosing the Buckeyes over Stanford and Indiana.
- Oct 17, 2026Fahey replaced injured starter Julian Sayin in the fourth quarter at Indiana; Ohio State won 19-15.
- Oct 18, 2026Coach Ryan Day said Sayin will likely miss several weeks with his throwing-arm injury.
Key terms
- true freshman
- A student in their first year at a college or university, especially one with no prior college experience.
- three-star prospect
- A high rating given to a top high school athlete in college recruiting, indicating high expectations.
- Heisman finalist
- An annual award given since 1935 to the top player in American college football.
Source: Wikipedia