US EditionNo. 3 Ohio State Topples Top-Ranked Texas in Marquee Matchup
Carnell Tate's acrobatic 40-yard touchdown catch was pivotal in Ohio State's 14-7 victory over Texas, marking a strong season opener for the Buckeyes' offense.
- Ohio State defeated top-ranked Texas, 14-7, on August 30, 2025, in Columbus to open their season defending the national championship.
- Ohio State's strong defensive effort, highlighted by crucial goal-line stops and a timely interception, held Texas's signal-caller Arch Manning to 170 passing yards and a single touchdown.
- The Buckeyes scored on a sustained 87-yard drive capped by CJ Donaldson Jr.'s one-yard touchdown run and a 40-yard touchdown reception by Carnell Tate from Julian Sayin.
- Coach Ryan Day described the victory as a hard-fought way to open the season and highlighted the important role the fans played, while Texas coach Steve Sarkisian acknowledged Ohio State's strong discipline and expressed disappointment over his team's missed scoring chances.
- This victory made Ohio State 1-0, signaling a strong defensive foundation but highlighting the need to improve scoring, while Texas fell short despite some offensive progress.
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COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Julian Sayin had a 40-yard touchdown pass to Carnell Tate early in the fourth quarter, Ohio State got a couple of key stops in the red zone and the third-ranked Buckeyes opened the defense of their national championship with a 14-7 victory over top-ranked Texas on Saturday.
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Ohio State offensive lineman Austin Siereveld, left, and tight end Will Kacmarek celebrate their touchdown against Texas during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
No. 3 Ohio State topples top-ranked Texas in marquee matchup
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Julian Sayin had a 40-yard touchdown pass to Carnell Tate early in the fourth quarter, Ohio State got a couple of key stops in the red zone and the third-ranked Buckeyes opened the defense of their national championship with a 14-7 victory over top-ranked Texas on Saturday.
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