Ohio State Buckeyes: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Ohio State takes key step in landing elite defender over multiple elite college football programs, and they may have the inside track to do it

The Ohio State Buckeyes still want to maintain a major focus on high school recruiting, even with the upswing in transfer portal activity. They’re off to a great start in 2027 to add another top-5 recruiting class. Ohio State has nine commitments so far for 2027 and the No.

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Jake Diebler’s Seat Getting Toasty in Columbus

It’s become the new norm around Ohio State basketball. The Buckeyes bring in a coach, he lasts around four seasons, and then it’s back to the drawing board.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / The Lead / February 10

Does Ohio State Have the Toughest Schedule in the Country?

The Buckeyes’ 2026 schedule will test their playoff hopes all season long. For years, gauntlet-style schedules were limited to the SEC. Weekly landmines, no breathers, and multiple top-tier matchups stacked on top of each other.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / February 10

Ohio State Coach Ryan Day Adds SEC Experienced Tight End Coach

Ohio State Buckeyes coach Ryan Day continues to finalize his coaching staff this fall. Monday, he updated the latest piece of the puzzle as he reportedly hired experienced offensive multi-positional coach Thomas Morton as an assistant to primary tight ends coach Keenan Bailey.

Ryan Day News / Last Word On Sports / February 9

Ryan Day Stands Out Among His Predecessors

As the head coach of the Ohio State Buckeyes, Ryan Day is held to quite a lofty standard. In the history of the Ohio State program, there have been a number of incredible coaches come through.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / February 9

Three Ohio State Buckeyes Entering Make-or-Break Offseasons

The Ohio State Buckeyes are entering a critical period for the program. Following a disappointing conclusion to the 2025 campaign, where the Buckeyes fell to the Indiana Hoosiers in the Big Ten title game and in the opening round of the College Football Playoffs, questions are rising about whether the program could take a step back next season.

Paul Finebaum News / A to Z Sports / February 9

Paul Finebaum reveals another major college football program could soon be dodging the Ohio State Buckeyes on its schedule

College football is ever changing and what the sport looks like now is likely to be different than five years from now. The Ohio State Buckeyes have adjusted

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / February 9

Ohio State football’s recent visit with elite five-star player is already paying off in a big way for the Buckeyes

The Ohio State Buckeyes have the 2027 class as their main focus on the recruiting trail where they’re off to a strong start. Ohio State has nine commitments so far and the No.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / February 8

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / SwimSwam / February 8

Ohio State Athletics Posts Record Revenue With $336 Million FY2025, No NIL Institutional Share

By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam Ohio State athletics posted record revenue numbers for fiscal year 2025 (FY2025) with $336 million in revenue, surpassing the previous record of $280 million that was set in fiscal year 2023.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / February 7

Watch: Ohio State vs. Minnesota | Highlights | Big Ten Hockey | 02/07/26

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / February 7

Why Ohio State can't play it safe anymore in 2026

Many considered Ohio State to have a considerable easy schedule in 2025, in which they finished the regular season undefeated. The same is not true for the Buckeyes in 2026.

Three Ohio State standouts get selected in top 10 of latest 2026 first-round NFL mock draft

Scouting Indiana's Fernando Mendoza ahead of 2026 NFL Draft

Five NFL Draft prospects who should be worried following their Senior Bowl performance

NFL Draft intel: Who's on the rise after the Senior Bowl?

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

TreVeyon Henderson News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / February 7

How Ohio State Helped Shape TreVeyon Henderson’s Purpose Beyond Football

Last season, TreVeyon Henderson won a national championship with the Ohio State Buckeyes. This season, Henderson has the opportunity to win a Super Bowl during his first year in the NFL with the New England Patriots.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / February 7

Ohio State Legend Explains Why Trolls Like Dave Portnoy Always Target Buckeyes

The Ohio State Buckeyes are always on someone's mind. The Buckeyes' place atop the college football hierarchy has made them one of the most talked-about and thought-of programs in the nation.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / February 6

Watch: Ohio State vs. Minnesota | Highlights | Big Ten Hockey | 02/06/26

Mike Vrabel News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / February 6

Mike Vrabel’s Ohio State Interview With Urban Meyer Was ‘Worst Thing’ He’d Ever Done

Long before he was a two-time NFL Coach of the Year, New England’s Mike Vrabel was coaching linebackers at his alma mater, Ohio State. He joined interim-coach Luke Fickell’s staff upon retiring from playing in the NFL and nearly didn’t make it to a second season because of an interview with Urban Meyer.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / February 6

Three Ohio State standouts get selected in top 10 of latest 2026 first-round NFL mock draft

In his latest two-round mock draft after the Senior Bowl, Miller has three Buckeyes not just going in the first round, but three Buckeyes going in the top 10.

Five NFL Draft prospects who should be worried following their Senior Bowl performance

NFL Draft intel: Who's on the rise after the Senior Bowl?

Why Texas Tech DT Lee Hunter could be a 2026 NFL Draft fit for multiple teams

Senior Bowl takeaways: Top QB, risers ahead of 2026 NFL Draft

The 'College football color teams' quiz

Ohio State Buckeyes News / College Football News / January 28

Ohio State Football 2026 Schedule Outlook and Analysis

Ohio State did everything right in the regular season last year. It ripped through the slate without breaking much of a sweat on the way to a 12-0 run.

Arthur Smith News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 24

Ohio State Hiring Arthur Smith As Offensive Coordinator

Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith is expected to be hired as the next offensive coordinator at Ohio State. According to Rapoport, Smith had interest from NFL teams for head-coaching and offensive coordinator jobs.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / January 24