Explosive plays again haunt Ohio State football's defense in upset loss to Oregon

Ohio State's football team suffered an upset loss to Oregon on November 8, 2026, with their defense repeatedly giving up explosive plays — the same vulnerability that USC had exposed the previous week. Oregon running back Dierre Hill Jr. was among the key contributors to the Ducks' winning effort. The defeat marked Ohio State's second consecutive loss, raising significant concerns about their defensive scheme heading into the College Football Playoff picture.