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Ohio State’s 12 missed chances to save the Texas game in the second half

From missed fumble recoveries to missed throws to missed kicks, Ohio State maybe just needed one of these things to happen to secure a win.

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Doug Lesmerises
Sep 13, 2026
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A fumble recovery here would have changed the game for the Buckeyes. (screen shot courtesy of ABC)

AUSTIN, Texas — Ohio State led Texas 20-3 at the half Saturday night and lost 24-23. What could the Buckeyes have done to prevent their 20-point collapse?

Here are 12 moments that could have swung the momentum and the game back toward Ohio State. The three Texas touchdowns didn’t come until the fourth quarter, but the Buckeyes were leaking from pretty early on in the third quarter.

A review of the moments that could have saved Ohio State.

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