How an Ohio State cornerback helped swing the game against Penn State in the Buckeyes' favor

With the first half tight and the Nittany Lions threatening to take a halftime lead at the Buckeyes' three-yard line, Igbinosun made a remarkable interception in the end zone to end Penn State's threat and Ohio's lead State hold at halftime.

It was a move that occurred in the first half, but certainly had a massive impact on the rest of the game. And it was Igbinosun's aggressive play that helped make this happen.

“First I tried to play the slant and then he threw a fade, so I just tried to play his hands,” Igbinosun explained. “And the ball bounced up and my feet stayed in it. That’s all.”

The play that was deemed incomplete on the field was reviewed for replay. And for a brief moment, it looked like Penn State would be awarded a touchdown.

Then it became clear that Igbinosun had the ball. Then it became clear that he had put one foot down.

And shortly after, it became clear how big his game was and the impact it had on the game.

“I want to say I did something crazy, but it was God who put the ball in my hands,” Igbinosun said. “To be honest, I really haven’t done much.”

It was a great comeback game for Igbinsoun, who suffered multiple penalties against Nebraska and had a less than stellar start to the season.

Cornerbacks coach Tim Walton came up with the idea of ​​having him wear the gloves in practice, which apparently didn't affect his catching ability.

“They actually called me today for an appointment – ​​which wasn’t an appointment,” Igbinson said with a slight grin.

While the Oregon game on Oct. 12 and the Buckeyes' poor night in Eugene will hold great significance for Ohio State and the rest of the secondary leading up to a possible rematch in Indianapolis a month from now, Saturday's game was a reason to be Feel good long cornerback.

“I mean, it’s a blessing,” Igbinosun said. “The team will continue as the team continues as the back end. So I would say it's a blessing to be in this position and make plays like that.