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Ohio State Star Caleb Downs Named a Finalist for the Lott IMPACT Trophy

It’s awards season with the 2025 regular season winding down. On Monday, the finalists for the Lott IMPACT Trophy were announced. All four Power 4 conferences were honored with one finalist each.

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Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith drops hint on his status before Michigan showdown

The highly anticipated week has finally arrived for Ohio State to face its biggest rival, Michigan. Even though the Buckeyes are 11-0 and looking like the best team in the country, there are some concerns heading into the game.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / November 24

Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith provides injury update before Michigan game

Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith said he expects to be back on the field for Saturday's rivalry game against Michigan, providing a boost to the top-ranked Buckeyes offense.

Texas' slim CFP hopes may hinge on stopping Texas A&M QB Marcel Reed

Texas A&M's comeback against South Carolina paying dividends on recruiting trail

Kirby Smart and Georgia add to elite class with flip from Penn State

CFB Week 13 winners, losers: Notre Dame runs wild, Georgia Tech runs out of steam

College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

The 'Rose Bowl MVP's' Quiz

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / November 24

Ohio State locked up spot in CFP: here's what's next for the Buckeyes

Ohio State is setting its sights on the trickiest challenge of the regular season, a visit to Ann Arbor against a Michigan Wolverines team that has won “The Game” in each of the last four seasons.

College Football News / 5 GOATs / November 23

The Game odds: Opening point spread released for Ohio State at Michigan

The wait is over. Ohio State travels to Michigan for a Week 14 clash in the Big Ten Conference. With the all-important game day approaching, the opening odds and point spread have been revealed.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / November 23

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Watch: Ohio State vs. Michigan | Highlights | Big Ten Hockey | 11/22/25

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / November 22

What Ohio State's win against Rutgers means for Julian Sayin's Heisman campaign

It's just a typical week for the number one-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes as they once again steamrolled another Big Ten opponent, this time being the Rutgers Scarlett Knights, 42-9.

Ryan Day News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / November 22

Ryan Day says Ohio State's attention has already shifted to rivalry week matchup

After taking care of business against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in a 42-9 win led by a strong second half, all attention shifted to next week for the Ohio State Buckeyes.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / November 22

Ryan Day shares update on Carnell Tate and Jeremiah Smith ahead of Michigan matchup

After Ohio State throttled Rutgers 42-9, head coach Ryan Day was immediately asked about his two superstar wide receivers. Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate were sidelined against Rutgers due to lower leg injuries.

Watch: Rutgers at Ohio State | HIGHLIGHTS | 11/22/2025

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / November 22

What Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate's absence will mean for Buckeyes vs. Rutgers

Heisman hopeful quarterback Julian Sayin will be without his two biggest playmakers once again Saturday, as the No. 1 Ohio State Buckeyes host the 5-5 Rutgers Scarlet Knights.

Carnell Tate News / ESPN / November 22

Sources: Ohio St. to be without WRs Tate, Smith

Ohio State wide receivers Carnell Tate and Jeremiah Smith are not expected to play against Rutgers due to lower-body injuries, sources told ESPN.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / November 21

Ryan Day explains what makes Ohio State football recruiting elite

Ohio State Head Coach Ryan Day has always spoken highly of his players and coaching staff, with recent comments confirming just how highly he thinks of the players he recruits to the program.

Watch: Ohio State vs. Michigan | Highlights | Big Ten Hockey | 11/21/25

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / November 20

Watch: Western Michigan at Ohio State | Highlights | Big Ten Men's Basketball | 11/20/2025

College Football News / Yardbarker / November 21

Fernando Mendoza is Heisman front-runner, but rival also making case

Indiana's Fernando Mendoza is clear Heisman front-runner, but rival QB is giving him a run for his money

Mendoza's late-game heroics have produced the moments that have become synonymous with winners of college football's most prestigious award.

Hoosiers QB Fernando Mendoza handling Heisman hysteria with perfection

College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

The 'Rose Bowl MVP's' Quiz

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / November 20

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NFL News / Last Word On Sports / November 20

Ohio State Star Safety Named Bronko Nagurski Trophy Finalist

There are just two weeks left of the regular season. The shortlists for awards have been coming out left and right. With a plethora of semifinalist lists already dropped, the Bronko Nagurski Trophy finalists have been announced.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Viral Sports News / November 20

Ohio State Reveals Major Caleb Downs Announcement

With just two regular-season games remaining, the No. 1 ranked Ohio State Buckeyes (10-0) are charging toward the College Football Playoff, and junior safety Caleb Downs continues to be one of the biggest reasons why.

College Football News / The Spun / November 19

Las Vegas Releases Initial Spread For Ohio State vs. Michigan

Michigan and Ohio State will renew their rivalry later this month in Ann Arbor. For the second year in a row, oddsmakers are expecting a lopsided affair.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / November 19