Ohio State is still in the mix for No. 1 quarterback Jared Curtis, who is the Buckeyes’ top target in the cycle. But landing Curtis is no guarantee. Which could lead the Buckeyes to Bernhard, who has yet to receive an Ohio State offer. If he does though, it’s an indication that the interest in him is real.

If Ohio State does not prevail against Indiana this week, it will be eliminated from reaching the Big Ten championship game.