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Three keys to Ohio State continuing season dominance against Wisconsin

The Ohio State Buckeyes are back in action as they take their number one ranking into Madison, Wisconsin, to take on the Badgers. Ohio State is sitting at a 6-0 record after winning five of its first six games by two or more possessions.

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Ohio State's Ryan Day gives funny response about iconic Wisconsin football tradition

Ohio State is back on the road again this weekend, as the Wisconsin Badgers welcome the Buckeyes to Madison in what is expected to be a rather electric scene despite the Badgers having yet to win a game in Big Ten play this season.

Carnell Tate News / College Football Talk / October 17

Top-ranked Ohio State’s Carnell Tate enjoying breakout season

Carnell Tate is an overnight sensation — three years in the making — for top-ranked Ohio State.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 16

Ohio State's Ryan Day is giving way too much credit to Luke Fickell and Wisconsin

The Ohio State Buckeyes are 6-0 and ranked No. 1 in the nation. The Wisconsin Badgers are 2-4 and dead last in the Big Ten standings with a 0-3 record against conference opponents.

Wisconsin Badgers reigniting QB competition following brutal 37-0 performance

Buyout figures for five CFB head coaches on the hot seat

Wisconsin Badgers identity crisis reaches boiling point ahead of #1 Ohio State clash

The 'College football national championship coaches' quiz

Ohio State Buckeyes News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 16

Ohio State vs. Wisconsin score prediction by expert football model

Top-ranked Ohio State hits the road for a second-straight week in a Big Ten battle against Wisconsin in college football’s Week 8 action on Saturday. Here is the latest prediction for the game from an expert model that projects scores.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 16

Ryan Day reveals maligned Ohio State captain 'right on the doorstep' of being replaced in the lineup

The Ohio State Buckeyes are incredibly loaded, so becoming a starter or key rotation player is a huge deal. Earning a captain's title is an even more impressive feat when you consider this program generally has its choice of who to sign, recruit, and play.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / 5 GOATs / October 16

Greg McElroy gives Wisconsin less than 1% chance to win, but picks to cover vs. Ohio State

According to BetMGM, No. 1 Ohio State is a 25.5-point favorite against Wisconsin on Saturday. While ESPN’s Greg McElroy isn’t holding out hope for the Badgers to pull off the monstrous upset, he expects the game to be tighter than oddsmakers are predicting.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / October 16

Ryan Day makes bold statement about star defensive back Caleb Downs

Standing at the midway point of the regular season, the Buckeyes' defense has been the main driver behind their No. 1 overall ranking. During Wednesday’s media availability, head coach Ryan Day broke down the edginess and competitiveness of the secondary, making a big statement about safety Caleb Downs.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / SwimSwam / October 16

Ohio State lands Verbal from Junior Nationals Qualifier Luke Collins for 2027

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / October 16

Ohio State's offensive line showcases their dominance with prestigious honor

This season, there has been a whole lot that has gone well for the Ohio State Buckeyes that has everyone talking about a repeat title, but not as much recognition has been given to the offensive line.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / October 16

Five-star Ohio State football commit's mother sues OHSAA over NIL

There hasn't many controversial rumblings around Ohio State football in 2025. The team is sitting No. 1 in the nation, remain undefeated with a 6-0 record and look poised to potentially make a trip to back-to-back national championship.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Sporting News / October 16

Robert Griffin III discounts Ohio State to elevate Indiana

Objectivity is getting lost for narratives

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / October 15

Ohio State commit sues OHSAA over ban on NIL earnings

Ohio State commit Jamier Brown sues Ohio High School Athletic Association over ban on NIL earnings

Name, Image and Likeness has not only transformed college sports, but it is also beginning to make its way into high schools.

New CB commit explains why he flipped to Ohio State from Big Ten rival

Ohio State flips recruit, adds to strong O-Line class

Ohio State Buckeyes News / SwimSwam / October 15

“Honorable Mention” Savannah Bowers Verbals to Ohio State for 2027-28

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / Athlon Sports / October 14

Ohio State’s Caleb Downs Makes Career Announcement on Tuesday

Caleb Downs and the No. 1 Ohio State Buckeyes remained perfect on the 2025 college football season, jumping to 6-0 after a 34-16 Week 7 win over the former No.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / October 14

Ohio State Buckeyes pick up big win over another Big Ten team and they didn’t even have to step on the field

The 2026 recruiting class has been an interesting one for the Ohio State Buckeyes. At one point, the Buckeyes had a top-three class, and things looked like they could end up being quite the haul.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 14