“Julian Sayin will be the starting quarterback against Texas,” Day said bluntly. “It was a close competition. I think both guys we all feel confident can win a game for us. I think Julian separated himself really over the last week with his consistent play.”

Sayin emerges from a fierce competition to lead the reigning national champions in a highly anticipated opener against Texas

Ohio State has named second-year player Julian Sayin as its starting quarterback for its highly anticipated season opener against No. 1 Texas at Ohio Stadium. Coach Ryan Day on Monday announced the decision,