Aug. 18 (UPI) -- Julian Sayin won "a close competition" against Lincoln Kienholz and will be Ohio State's starting quarterback against Texas, coach Ryan Day announced Monday.
"It was a close competition," Day told reporters in Columbus, Ohio. "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."
Day also said he thinks the Buckeyes will "need both quarterbacks." Sayin will receive the majority of first-team repetitions at practice. Day informed the quarterbacks of his decision Monday morning.
Sayin completed 5 of 12 passes for 84 yards and a score over four appearances last season for the Buckeyes, who won a national title under starting quarterback Will Howard.
Ohio State QB1 = Julian Sayin
