#10 Indiana vs. Ohio State
Final: Ohio State 42, Indiana 35
In one of the most dramatic finishes of the young PCFL season, Ohio State stormed back in the 4th quarter to defeat #10 Indiana 42–35, overcoming a late deficit with a dominant offensive surge.
⭐ Game Overview
Indiana controlled much of the early action, taking a 14–7 lead in the 1st quarter and maintaining pressure through a balanced offensive attack. By the time the teams entered the 4th quarter, the game was tied at 28–28, setting up a tense final frame.
But Ohio State took over late, outscoring Indiana 17–7 in the 4th quarter, seizing momentum and ultimately closing out the victory. Indiana managed a final touchdown, but couldn’t keep pace with Ohio State’s explosive closing stretch.
🔥 Ohio State Offensive Stars
Jeremieh Smith – WR
An unstoppable force all game long:
- 6 receptions
- 171 yards
- 2 touchdowns
Smith repeatedly torched the Indiana secondary, including several key chain-moving plays that fueled the Buckeyes’ late comeback.
Carnell Tate – WR
Another big-play machine for the Buckeyes:
- 4 receptions
- 147 yards
- 1 touchdown
- Included a spectacular 81-yard TD, one of the game’s biggest momentum swings.
Together, Smith and Tate combined for 318 receiving yards, forming one of the most potent receiving duos the league has seen this season.
📊 Team Statistics
Ohio State
- First Downs: 17
- Total Offense: 471 yards
- Passing: 414 yards
- Rushing: 57 yards
- Yards per Play: 8.7
- 3rd Down: 5/11 (45%)
- Time of Possession: 17:10
Indiana
- First Downs: 21
- Total Offense: 551 yards
- Passing: 480 yards
- Rushing: 71 yards
- Yards per Play: 9.7
- 3rd Down: 5/9 (55%)
- Time of Possession: 18:50
Indiana actually outgained Ohio State overall, especially through the air, but Ohio State won the turnover and explosive-play battles—ultimately the difference in a tight contest.
🏆 Final Thoughts
This was a signature come-from-behind win for Ohio State, powered by elite wide receiver play and a perfectly timed offensive explosion in the 4th quarter. Indiana showed why they’re a top-10 team, but Ohio State’s resilience and big-play ability proved too much down the stretch.
