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Ohio State football is trending toward adding another big time defender to next year’s team this week

It’s another big week on the recruiting trail for the Ohio State Buckeyes where they could be adding a key defender. The Ohio State Buckeyes had a nice end of June on the recruiting trail that extended into early July.

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Ohio State football dealt tough loss the Buckeyes never want to see at the hands of a major SEC school

When an Ohio State recruiting target gets out of the Buckeye State and heads south it’s bad news for Ryan Day’s program. The Ohio State Buckeyes have had

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 13

Five-star RB David Gabriel Georges has made a telling admission ahead of his commitment between Ohio State and Tennessee

July 22 is quickly approaching for the commitment of five-star RB David Gabriel Georges. The latest from the Ohio State target gives a key update on the recruitment.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 13

David Gabriel Georges’ 40 yard dash time has been revealed, and it shows why he’s so coveted by Tennessee and Ohio State

2027 five-star running back David Gabriel Georges will be announcing his college decision on July 22. He’s set to choose between the Tennessee Vols and the Ohio State Buckeyes.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 13

There’s been another twist in David Gabriel Georges’ recruitment, and it’s the most important one yet

2027 five-star running back David Gabriel Georges will be choosing between the Tennessee Vols and the Ohio State Buckeyes on July 22. Earlier this month, the uncle of 2027 five-star running back David Gabriel Georges created a media firestorm when he told On3 that his nephew has already made his decision.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 13

Ohio State Buckeyes have taken a key weekend step in adding another potential future starting quarterback to the mix

The Ohio State Buckeyes have taken a key step with a big-time talent at quarterback in the class of 2028. However, they’ll have to beat out schools like Notre Dame and Michigan if they want to land him.

Carnell Tate News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / July 12

Can Ohio State Survive Its Own Schedule? Inside the Buckeyes’ 2026 Playoff Math

Ohio State enters the 2026 season as the reigning national champion's chief rival for preseason hype — ranked No. 1 in ESPN's initial Football Power Index and the trendy pick in several outlets' way-too-early bracket projections.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 10

Ohio State QB commit Brady Edmunds drops key update as he weighs flipping his commitment to another Big Ten team

Ohio State still has to work through the quarterback position in its 2027 recruiting class. The Buckeyes’ current commitment Brady Edmunds has now set a timetable on when he’ll make a potential flip situation to UCLA.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 10

Ohio State’s move to match Tennessee in pursuit of five-star RB David Gabriel Georges reportedly isn’t going to work

Ohio State is pulling out all the cards to try to land five-star RB David Gabriel Georges over Tennessee. However, one potential move has already blown up in their face.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 10

Former Ohio State football assistant reveals reason five-star RB David Gabriel Georges might end up at Tennessee

Ohio State is awaiting David Gabriel Georges’ college decision on July 22. In a battle between Tennessee and the Buckeyes, a former Ohio State assistant recently said why DGG may not be able to pick to play in Columbus.

Ryan Day News / A to Z Sports / July 9

ESPN writer’s ranking of Ohio State football head coach Ryan Day in 2026 college head coach rankings is borderline disrespectful

ESPN has put out their college football head coach rankings for the 2026 season. Ryan Day has a new spot after being dropped by the outlet. The Ohio State Buckeyes are expected to beat Michigan, win the Big Ten, and compete for a national championship every season in Columbus.

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

Son of NFL great is already planning an important visit to Ohio State football, and he already has one game circled

Ohio State is recruiting the son of a former star defender in the NFL, and the latest update around future plans of the elite recruit is a good development for the Buckeyes.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 9

‘I would rather crash my car’ – Ohio State starter’s revelation inside the football program is very telling

Ryan Day runs the Ohio State football program with a strong culture and it’s a big reason for all of their success. The latest insight into the program is very telling.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / July 9

Why losing Legend Bey to Ohio State is helping the Tennessee Vols this summer

The Tennessee Volunteers signed Legend Bey in December, but they quickly released him from his national letter of intent so he could sign with the Ohio State Buckeyes.

David Pollack News / CFB-HQ on SI / July 8

David Pollack Names College Football's Best WR and It's Not Jeremiah Smith

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith has been viewed by many as the best wide receiver in college football since the moment he stepped onto the field in 2024.

Marvin Harrison Jr. News / A to Z Sports / July 8

Ohio State football predicted to land another elite five-star recruit days after adding Marvin Harrison Jr.’s brother to the future

Ohio State has been on fire on the recruiting trail. Now, the Buckeyes predicted to add another five-star playmaker to its offense for the future. Last

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 8

Five-star recruit’s father revealed an issue Ohio State football is having to work through in its pursuit of the elite playmaker

Ohio State has a chance to double up on five-star wideouts after landing Jett Harrison for 2028. The latest intel shows they have an uphill climb to work through.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 6

Ohio State football starter calls out a surprise freshman who is turning heads in Columbus this summer

Ohio State Buckeyes C Carson Hinzman opened up about the one Buckeyes freshman that’s turning heads at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center this summer. Every season, the Ohio State Buckeyes seem to have a freshman who can make an impact.

College Football News / Yardbarker / July 1

Kyle Whittingham, Michigan steal Ohio native from Buckeyes in massive recruiting win

The Michigan Wolverines and new head coach Kyle Whittingham have just pulled off a major recruiting win over their biggest rival.

Michigan's Big House could lose ranking as largest U.S. stadium to Wolverines rival

Nation's No. 1 2028 recruit, Jett Harrison, commits to Ohio State Buckeyes

Big Ten predicted to walk away with another CFP title in 2026

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / July 2

Nation's No. 1 2028 recruit commits to Big Ten program

Nation's No. 1 2028 recruit, Jett Harrison, commits to Ohio State Buckeyes

Perhaps we should have seen this coming, but strange things sometimes happen on the recruiting trail.

Notre Dame loses QB Trey Tagliaferri less than a week after his commitment

Kyle Whittingham, Michigan steal Ohio native from Buckeyes in recruiting win

Big Ten predicted to walk away with another CFP title in 2026

Oregon beats out SEC powerhouses for two top recruits on same day

Michigan's Big House could lose title as largest U.S. stadium to rival

College Football News / Yardbarker / June 29

Ohio State beats out Texas, Georgia for five-star DL Marcus Fakatou

Fakatou is one of the best players at his position in the 2027 recruiting class.

Texas QB Arch Manning avoiding preseason Heisman talk, but that's not going to stop hype after impressive showing at Manning Passing Academy

Notre Dame has 'the ultimate shutdown guy' in Leonard Moore

Steve Sarkisian and Texas beat out Michigan and others for first 2028 commitment

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Jeremiah Smith News / Yardbarker / June 24

Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith is No. 1 player in 'College Football 27,' but don't expect him to be No. 1 pick in 2027 NFL Draft

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith may be the best player in college football. It's still unlikely he'll be the No. 1 pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.

Ohio State Buckeyes land first 2029 recruiting commitment

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