June 17, 2026

Ohio State's J.T. Tuimoloau reveals motivation behind historic performance

“Let the game come to you.” Of all the text messages Ohio State defensive end J.T. Tuimoloau received this past weekend, that one from his mom stuck with him as he took the field against Penn State. “She sends me a text before I go play,” Tuimoloau told FOX Sports college football analyst Matt Leinart. “I went out there and that text is what made it a great performance for me.” Ohio State’s J.T. Tuimoloau recaps the game of his life against Penn State Matt Leinart talks to Ohio State DL J.T. Tuimoloau about his incredible performance against Penn State. “Great” might be an understatement when describing Tuimoloau’s outing in the Buckeyes’ 44-31 victory over the then-No. 13 Nittany Lions. The sophomore defensive end finished the game with six tackles, two sacks, two interceptions a forced fumble, a fumble recovery and scored a touchdown in the win. He became the…

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