Ohio State Falls to Oregon, Drops to 6-3
The loss gives Ohio State three regular season defeats for the first time since the 2011 season.
Updated on Nov. 9, 2026 in Basketball
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Oregon beat Ohio State at home on Saturday, moving the Buckeyes to 6-3. It is the program's first three regular season losses since 2011, a season that ended 6-7 after the Tattoogate scandal.
Why it matters
The defeat has drawn criticism of head coach Ryan Day from fans, pundits and former players, who view three losses as unacceptable for the program. Former player Archie Griffin has said the team can still recover if it plays well in its final three games.
Ohio State's current 6-3 record includes three regular season losses, matching the count from the 2011 season that finished 6-7. Results from the final three games remain unknown, and the extraction does not specify their impact on postseason standing.
The players
Ryan Day
Ryan Day is the head coach of the Ohio State football program, and he has called the three regular season losses unacceptable.
Archie Griffin
Archie Griffin is a two-time Heisman Trophy winner and former Ohio State running back who has commented on the team's recent struggles.
The details
Oregon defeated Ohio State in a lopsided game played at Ohio State's home stadium. Archie Griffin, speaking about the Big Ten's We Give Blood campaign, said fans are angry and predicted the team would win its remaining games.
Timeline
2011 season: Ohio State finished 6-7 after the Tattoogate scandal.
Saturday, November 7, 2026: Oregon beat Ohio State at home.
November 9, 2026: Griffin's interview on fan anger was published.
Final three games of the 2026 season: Ohio State has a chance to recover.
Season Trajectory
Ohio State's three regular season losses match the count from the 2011 season, which ended 6-7 after the Tattoogate scandal. Archie Griffin says the Buckeyes could still earn another playoff chance if they finish strong in their final three games.
Ohio State's losses affect its postseason outlook, and Griffin suggests a strong finish could earn the program another playoff chance. Fans and bettors tracking the team's standing will need to watch the final three games for the outcome.
The takeaway
A strong finish to the season could repair Ohio State's standing after three regular season losses. The final three games will determine whether the program recovers from its current position.
What happens next
Ohio State plays its remaining three regular season games in the final stretch of the 2026 season.
Further reading
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