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Julian Sayin’s unexpected response

According to people close to the team, Julian Sayin was visibly moved after reading the fan’s story. “It hit me differently,” he later admitted. “We talk about loyalty and love for the game, but that was real love — the kind that goes beyond touchdowns or trophies.”

Within hours, Sayin reached out to the Ohio State PR team to locate the fan. He reportedly insisted on meeting him personally, calling the story “something that deserves more than a thank you tweet.”

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Michael Turner, still emotional days after the encounter, told reporters:

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The final word

When asked if he thought twice before reaching out to the fan, Sayin smiled and said: