Julian Sayin is a highly regarded American college football quarterback currently playing for the Ohio State Buckeyes. Born and raised in Solana Beach, California, he attended Carlsbad High School, where he distinguished himself as a top quarterback prospect with a strong record, including a 30-4 career mark and nearly 8,000 passing yards. Sayin earned multiple accolades in high school, such as the 2023 Gatorade California Player of the Year and MVP of the Elite 11 Finals, highlighting his elite arm talent and advanced football IQ[1][3][8]. Initially, Sayin committed to the University of Alabama, enrolling early and serving on the scout team during their Rose Bowl appearance. However, following the retirement of Alabama’s head coach Nick Saban, Sayin transferred to Ohio State in early 2024. At Ohio State, he quickly progressed, serving as a backup quarterback during his freshman season and gaining experience in a competitive program known for national championship aspirations[2][3][4][6]. In August 2025, Sayin was officially named Ohio State’s starting quarterback as a redshirt freshman after the departure of Will Howard to the NFL draft. He made an immediate impact, leading the Buckeyes to a notable victory over No. 1-ranked Texas in his first start and delivering a career-high performance against Wisconsin with 393 passing yards and four touchdowns. Sayin has led the nation in completion percentage and passing efficiency during the 2025 season and has earned multiple weekly honors, including Big Ten Freshman of the Week and national freshman player of the week awards[3][5]. Sayin is recognized for his quick decision-making, accuracy, and leadership on the field. Off the field, he has secured several name, image, and likeness (NIL) endorsement deals, reflecting his rising profile in college football. His trajectory positions him as one of the sport’s most promising young quarterbacks with significant potential at the collegiate level[2][3][5].