Ohio State's Quarterback Battle Begins with Julian Sayin as Early Frontrunner

Spring practice focuses on development and toughness as Sayin, Kienholz, and St. Clair vie for the starting role.

Ohio State's quarterback competition is underway, with Julian Sayin, Lincoln Kienholz, and Tavien St. Clair all receiving opportunities to showcase their skills.
Julian Sayin, a former Alabama transfer and five-star recruit, is considered the favorite but faces significant challenges from his competitors.
Coaches, including Ryan Day and Billy Fessler, emphasize leadership, toughness, and hard work as key evaluation criteria for the quarterbacks.
Tavien St. Clair, a freshman with extensive exposure to the program, and junior Lincoln Kienholz, who added weight this offseason, are both pushing to prove their readiness.
NFL scouts are closely observing spring practices, adding external pressure to the competition for the starting role.