Ohio State Loses Star Center Seth McLaughlin to Season-Ending Achilles Injury

The injury to McLaughlin further depletes Ohio State's offensive line as they prepare for critical matchups with Indiana and Michigan.

Ohio State starting center Seth McLaughlin tore his Achilles tendon during practice on Tuesday and is out for the remainder of the 2024 season.
McLaughlin, an Alabama transfer and midseason All-American, had been a key anchor for an offensive line already dealing with multiple injuries.
The Buckeyes' offensive line has been reshuffled multiple times this season, with left tackle Josh Simmons and his replacement Zen Michalski also sidelined by season-ending injuries.
Carson Hinzman, who started at center last season, is expected to move back to that position, with Austin Siereveld likely stepping in at left guard.
Ohio State, ranked No. 2, faces No. 5 Indiana on Saturday in a game with Big Ten championship and College Football Playoff implications.