COLUMBUS, Ohio — When the 2026 Big Ten schedule was released, the Ohio State vs. Indiana game immediately stood out — not because it’s a traditional rivalry, but because of how dramatically this matchup has transformed. Ohio State vs. Indiana was typically penciled in as an automatic win for the Buckeyes. “... Ohio State will show up for an Indiana team that’s ready to go.”This newfound respect extends beyond just the coaches. The atmosphere in Bloomington promises to be electric, a far cry from past matchups where Ohio State fans would typically outnumber Hoosiers in their own stadium. Krajisnik predicts a vastly different scene in 2026: “That game used to always be a sellout thanks to Ohio State fans.