Ohio State Plummets to No. 21 After Loss to Oregon
The Buckeyes' ranking dropped significantly following their defeat to the Ducks.
Ohio State's standing in the AP Top 25 has taken a notable hit after their recent loss to Oregon, falling to the 21st spot 1234. The Buckeyes faced a tough challenge at home, known as 'The Shoe', where they were defeated by Oregon in a decisive match with a final score of 41-28 234. This loss marks the third time Ohio State has been bested this season, a significant drop from their previous ranking of second just two weeks ago 234.
The impact of this game extends beyond just the Buckeyes, as Oregon saw their ranking improve to No. 18 following their victory 234. Meanwhile, other teams such as BYU also experienced shifts in their standings, dropping to No. 12 after a loss to Utah 4. Despite these changes, Georgia continues to hold onto the top spot in the rankings 4.
The loss to Oregon is particularly noteworthy for Ohio State, as it represents the lowest ranking for the team since 2014, excluding the unique circumstances of the 2020 pandemic season 23. Furthermore, the Buckeyes have seen a substantial decline in their ranking, having fallen 19 spots since week 8 4. Adding to the challenges faced by Ohio State, quarterback Julian Sayin had to leave the season due to an injury sustained during the game against Indiana 4.
As the Buckeyes look ahead, they will face Northwestern in their next game on Saturday at noon, aiming to bounce back from their recent setbacks 4.
What We Know
- Ohio State's ranking in the AP Top 25 decreased following their loss to Oregon 1234
- Ohio State lost to Oregon in a blowout game with a score of 41-28 234
- Oregon's ranking improved to No. 18 after their victory over Ohio State 234
- Ohio State was previously ranked No. 2 two weeks prior to the loss to Oregon 23
- This is the lowest ranking for Ohio State since 2014, excluding the 2020 pandemic season 23
- This was Ohio State's third loss of the season 4
- The Buckeyes' ranking has fallen 19 spots since week 8 4
- The game between Ohio State and Oregon took place at Ohio Stadium (nicknamed 'The Shoe') 23
- Quarterback Julian Sayin left the season due to an injury from the Indiana game 4
- Georgia holds the No. 1 position in the rankings 4
- BYU fell to No. 12 after losing to Utah 4
- Ohio State's next game is against Northwestern on Saturday at noon 4
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Ohio State's ranking in the AP Top 25 decreased following their loss to Oregon.
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Ohio State football team lost to Oregon in a blowout game.
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Ohio State lost to Oregon with a score of 41-28.
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Ohio State's ranking dropped to No. 21 following their loss to Oregon.
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Oregon's ranking improved to No. 18 after their victory over Ohio State.
84% · supported by 3 - likely
Ohio State was previously ranked No. 2 two weeks prior to the loss to Oregon.
70% · supported by 2 - likely
This is the lowest ranking for Ohio State since 2014, excluding the 2020 pandemic season.
70% · supported by 2 - likely
This was Ohio State's third loss of the season.
70% · supported by 1 - likely
The Buckeyes' ranking has fallen 19 spots since week 8.
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Ohio State dropped below No. 20 in the AP Top 25 rankings.
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The game between Ohio State and Oregon took place at Ohio Stadium (nicknamed 'The Shoe').
70% · supported by 2 - likely
Quarterback Julian Sayin left the season due to an injury from the Indiana game.
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Georgia holds the No. 1 position in the rankings.
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BYU fell to No. 12 after losing to Utah.
70% · supported by 1 - likely
Ohio State's next game is against Northwestern on Saturday at noon.
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Sources & references
- Cleveland.com (Ohio) — Where Ohio State football ranks in AP Top 25 after blowout loss to Oregon
- myfox28columbus.com (Franklin County) — AP: Ohio State falls to No. 21 after Oregon loss
- WSYX (Columbus) — AP: Ohio State falls to No. 21 after Oregon loss
- NBC4 WCMH-TV (Columbus) — See where Ohio State ranks after third loss of the season
