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Ohio State’s Whopping $17 Million Jersey Patch Deal Signals New Era for College Football

Ohio State’s Whopping $17 Million Jersey Patch Deal Signals New Era for College Football

Ohio State announced a partnership with JPMorganChase on Tuesday that puts a Chase Bank patch on the uniforms of all 36 of its varsity teams. ESPN's Pete Thamel reported the agreement is expected to pay the Buckeyes close to $17 million a year, citing industry sources.

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Over the last couple of months there has been a trickle of announcements, mostly by mid-tier programs, regarding their partnership with corporate sponsors for jersey patches.

Tennessee is turning up the heat on prized 5-star Ohio State commit after landing David Gabriel Georges

Tennessee is turning up the heat on prized 5-star Ohio State commit after landing David Gabriel Georges

Ohio State recently lost out on top target David Gabriel Georges to Tennessee. Now, the Vols are coming after Ohio State’s most important recruit even harder with a clear connection already made.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / ESPN / July 28

Sources: Ohio State lands $17M jersey patch deal

Ohio State is entering a partnership with JPMorganChase that includes jersey patches for all 36 teams and will yield nearly $17 million per year for the athletic program.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / July 28
OSU laughing all the way to bank following jersey patch sponsorship

Ohio State laughing all the way to the bank following massive jersey patch sponsorship

Every program is looking for additional revenue in a post-House vs. NCAA settlement landscape.

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Jake Diebler looks to be the driving force for Ohio State basketball being in the mix to land an elite guard

Jake Diebler looks to be the driving force for Ohio State basketball being in the mix to land an elite guard

Ohio State is battling some tough college basketball programs to land an elite guard recruit, and Jake Diebler is making a difference for the Buckeyes.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / July 28
Everything We Know About Ohio State’s New Jersey Patch Sponsorship

Everything We Know About Ohio State’s New Jersey Patch Sponsorship

The Ohio State Buckeyes have a new, massive partnership. On Tuesday morning, Ohio State announced a new corporate partnership with JPMorganChase that includes jersey patches for all 36 teams.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / The Spun / July 28
Ohio State's Jersey Patch Deal Expected To Approach $20 Million

Ohio State's Jersey Patch Deal Expected To Approach $20 Million

Ohio State has an official uniform sponsor. The Buckeyes announced on Tuesday, July 28 that they are entering a massive agreement with JP Morgan Chase.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 28

Ohio State football makes significant change ahead of 2026 fans that fans might feel split on

We’ve entered the time where Ohio State is comfortable with accepting corporate sponsorships on its uniforms. It’s easy to see why with the dollar amount the Buckeyes will be bringing in.

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Ohio State football commit makes telling statement that shows why he’s sticking with the Buckeyes over flipping elsewhere

Ohio State football commit makes telling statement that shows why he’s sticking with the Buckeyes over flipping elsewhere

Ohio State got some good news last week despite missing out on 5-star RB David Gabriel Georges. The Buckeyes needed clarity on the recruiting trail and they got it.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / July 27
David Gabriel Georges’ commitment to Tennessee revealed a harsh truth that Ohio State fans need to hear, and it’s going to make them mad

David Gabriel Georges’ commitment to Tennessee revealed a harsh truth that Ohio State fans need to hear, and it’s going to make them mad

Ohio State fans are in full meltdown mode after losing five-star running back David Gabriel Georges to Tennessee. 2027 five-star running back David Gabriel

Notre Dame could soon be coming after a key Ohio State football commitment that they picked up this summer

Notre Dame could soon be coming after a key Ohio State football commitment that they picked up this summer

It’s been an interesting summer for the Ohio State Buckeyes on the recruiting trail. A few clues show that another major college football program, Notre Dame, could soon be after one of the Buckeyes’ summer additions.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 27

Key Ohio State football target delivers promising news for the Buckeyes’ wants of getting him to Columbus

Ohio State always wants to keep the best offensive linemen in the Buckeye State, and they just got some key news from a player that very well could end up in Columbus.

Eric Weddle News / A to Z Sports / July 27
Ohio State football has been hit with a bit of a curveball in its pursuit of a player with major NFL ties

Ohio State football has been hit with a bit of a curveball in its pursuit of a player with major NFL ties

Ohio State is a major contender to land the son of former NFL great safety Eric Weddle. A new team has entered into the top schools mix while another major program is fading.

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Jaylen McClain Ready to Become the New Leader of Ohio State's Secondary

Jaylen McClain Ready to Become the New Leader of Ohio State's Secondary

For the past two seasons, Caleb Downs was the unquestioned heartbeat of Ohio State's defense. His elite instincts, versatility, communication, and leadership made life easier for every defensive back around him.

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Brian Hartline Shares How Jim Tressel, Urban Meyer and Ryan Day Shaped Him at OSU

Brian Hartline Shares How Jim Tressel, Urban Meyer and Ryan Day Shaped Him at OSU

Brian Hartline wasn’t looking to spend much of American Conference Media Days looking backward. Seven months into his first head coaching job at South Florida, his focus has understandably shifted toward what’s in front of him.

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Buckeyes DT Eddrick Houston Shares the Reason Why He Is at Ohio State

Buckeyes DT Eddrick Houston Shares the Reason Why He Is at Ohio State

The Ohio State Buckeyes return some depth defensively, including defensive tackle Eddrick Houston, who's entering his junior season following a productive year last year that saw him register a career-high five tackles in a loss to the Miami Hurricanes in the Cotton Bowl to go alongside a three-sack season that saw him appear in 10 games.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 23
Ohio State Buckeyes dealt more tough news just a day after they missed out on 5-star David Gabriel Georges to Tennessee

Ohio State Buckeyes dealt more tough news just a day after they missed out on 5-star David Gabriel Georges to Tennessee

Ohio State has now missed out on another player they were in the mix for just a day after losing out on David Gabriel Georges. This time it’s the Indiana Hoosiers getting in the way.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 23
Ohio State football just received the clarity they needed a day after losing out on 5-star David Gabriel Georges

Ohio State football just received the clarity they needed a day after losing out on 5-star David Gabriel Georges

Wednesday was tough for Ohio State when they lost its top target to Tennessee. Thursday has now brought the Buckeyes some good news. Ohio State football recruiting got a boost on Wednesday when class of 2027 quarterback Brady Edmunds shut down his recruitment and reaffirmed his commitment to the Buckeyes.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / July 23
The Real Reason Why Ohio State Missed Out on Top-Ranked Running Back Recruit

The Real Reason Why Ohio State Missed Out on Top-Ranked Running Back Recruit

The Ohio State Buckeyes barely missed out on a huge running back prospect Wednesday. This saw five-star prospective Baylor High School (Tenn.) running back David Gabriel Georges, who was born in Quebec, Canada, before moving stateside to attend the remainder of his prep career in Tennessee, commit to the Volunteers.

Ryan Day News / Yardbarker / July 19
Ohio State HC Ryan Day cautioned after team was 'beaten up' in 2025

Ohio State HC Ryan Day cautioned after team was 'beaten up' in 2025

After Ohio State took a fast and hard fall in the postseason last season, there were a lot of angry voices who were vocal toward Ryan Day.

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Transfer to Louisville pays off for former Ohio State QB Lincoln Kienholz

Transfer to Louisville pays off for former Ohio State QB Lincoln Kienholz

Lincoln Kienholz entered the college football world under the weight of some pretty high expectations. 

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

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

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

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.

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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 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

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