As teammates celebrated and cameras swarmed the field, Sayin took a moment for something deeper. He waved off the interviews for a few seconds, turned to the crowd, and spoke directly from the heart.
The making of a leader
The turning point of the game
Buckeye Nation reacts
In Columbus and beyond, fans flooded social media with messages of pride, relief, and emotion. Sayin’s post-game message became a rallying cry: “We believe.”
Bars near campus erupted with chants of “O-H-I-O,” and videos of fans singing the alma mater in tears went viral.
Sayin’s message to the locker room
What this means for Ohio State’s season
This victory doesn’t just keep Ohio State’s playoff hopes alive — it strengthens them. With this win, the Buckeyes remain atop the Big Ten standings, one step closer to another shot at the College Football Playoff.
More importantly, it reaffirms that this team’s identity is built on unity, resilience, and belief — traits that will be tested even further as the season progresses.
