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Caleb Downs controversy: 'The family is not happy' — Sources push back on medical red flags for Ohio State star at NFL Combine

The Ohio State Buckeyes were heavily represented at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, and no former player from Columbus is being talked about more than safety Caleb Downs—despite the star not taking part in workouts.

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Ohio State S Caleb Downs’ Stock Not Expected To Drop Due To Medicals

On the Pat McAfee Show, McAfee revealed an NFL team told him Ohio State S Caleb Downs‘ draft stock won’t drop because of his medicals, and there is no significant concern about his knee.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / March 3

How These Three Ohio State Players Improved Draft Stock at NFL Combine

The 2026 NFL scouting combine took place last week, and several Ohio State players stood out and made a great impression. It's no surprise that Ohio State is poised to steal the spotlight at the 2026 NFL Draft.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / March 3

Ohio State’s John Mobley Jr. may have bit off more than he can chew with his comment after the Buckeyes beat Purdue

Sunday was a must-win game for the Ohio State Buckeyes if they wanted to get into the postseason for the first time in four years. Ohio State’s 82-74 win over Purdue had to happen, as the Buckeyes needed a Quad 1 win on their resume.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / March 3

Report: Caleb Downs hit with major red flag after combine

One of the top prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft reportedly encountered a significant concern at the combine.

Five prospects who hurt their stock during the NFL combine

Daunting Ohio State schedule could be toughest in Buckeyes history

Taylen Green, Sonny Styles and other prospects whose stocks should be soaring after the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / March 2

How Ohio State Basketball Can Get Into NCAA Tournament After Upsetting Purdue

The Ohio State Buckeyes achieved a crucial victory on Sunday, overcoming No. 8 Purdue with a final score of 82-74. This win was essential for Ohio State, as it might have been their final major game of the season—unless they can secure a standout victory against a top 25 team in the upcoming Big Ten tournament next week.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / March 2

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / March 2

Former Ohio State Buckeyes star just entered the college football coaching world following a strong NFL career

The Ohio State Buckeyes have a large alumni base in the NFL and now it’s even bleeding into the coaching world. Vonn Bell was a star safety at Ohio State from 2013 through 2015, then went on to play for nine seasons in the NFL.

Carnell Tate News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / March 2

Why Carnell Tate’s 40-Yard Dash Time Is Already Being Overblown

Carnell Tate arrived in Indianapolis for the NFL Scouting Combine ready to showcase the talents that make him one of this year’s most promising wide receiver prospects.

College Football News / Yardbarker / March 2

Prospects whose stocks should be soaring after NFL Scouting Combine

Taylen Green, Sonny Styles and other prospects whose stocks should be soaring after the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine

Here are five prospects who should be climbing teams' boards heading into the NFL Draft (scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh).

Taylen Green's eye-opening combine performance could cause quarterback to rise draft boards

Five prospects who hurt their stock during the NFL combine

Jeremiyah Love, other RBs post outrageous 40-times at NFL combine

The 'No. 1-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / March 1

Watch: Purdue at Ohio State | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Men's Basketball | 03/01/26

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Larry Brown Sports / March 2

Adam Schefter accused of hyping up top NFL Draft prospect

ESPN reporter Adam Schefter is being accused of carrying water for a top NFL Draft prospect thanks to one of his social media posts on Sunday.

Watch: Ohio State at Michigan State | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Women's Basketball | 03/01/2026

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / February 28

What future NFL prospects can learn from Arvell Reese, Joe Burrow

There are plenty of examples of players who turned patience into NFL money.

Ohio State's Arvell Reese makes clear declaration about his position in NFL

Ohio State LB Arvell Reese wants to be pro pass rusher

The 'No. 1-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / March 1

Daunting Ohio State schedule could be toughest in Buckeyes history

After an undefeated regular season record in 2025, Ohio State will be going into 2026 with possibly one of its hardest schedules in the program’s history.

Virginia could match 2025 success if Chandler Morris wins lawsuit

What success would look like for James Franklin at Virginia Tech

East Carolina will be top Group of Five playoff contender in 2026

A big offseason injury update for Texas QB Arch Manning emerges

Hall of Fame player is leaving Deion Sanders’ Colorado staff

Ohio State Buckeyes News / SwimSwam / February 27

Watch: Ohio State’s Meet Record in the 800 Free Relay On Day 1 Of 2026 Big Tens

By Claire Wong on SwimSwam Dates: Wednesday, February 25–Saturday, February 28 Location: Soderholm Family Aquatic Center, Madison, WI Defending champions:

College Football News / Yardbarker / February 27

Carnell Tate sends messages to Giants, Browns amid NFL Draft rumors

Tate is widely expected to be the first wide receiver selected during the 2026 NFL Draft.

Dan Orlovsky shares shocking Fernando Mendoza, Ty Simpson NFL Draft take

Ohio State's Caleb Downs explains his X factor as a top 2026 NFL Draft prospect

More dots appear to be connecting Miami's Rueben Bain Jr. to Titans ahead of 2026 NFL Draft

The 'No. 1-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / February 27

How Sonny Styles Turned Heads With a Record-Breaking NFL Combine Performance

The NFL combine is the last chance for prospects to show off their athletic ability and potential, trying to raise their draft stock. No one did that better on Thursday than Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / February 26

Ohio State's Caleb Downs explains his X factor as a top 2026 NFL Draft prospect

Caleb Downs feels like he's the best player in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Ohio State's Arvell Reese makes clear declaration about his position in NFL

ESPN analyst sees a rough rookie path for Fernando Mendoza

How much does Fernando Mendoza not throwing at NFL Combine matter?

What to watch for on Day 2 on the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine

The 'No. 1-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

Ohio State Buckeyes News / CFB-HQ on SI / February 26

$4.2 Million WR Named College Football’s ‘Most Talented Player’

Jeremiah Smith arrived at Ohio State as the highest-rated wide receiver recruit in the modern era and has met every expectation. The Buckeyes junior is now widely considered the premier individual talent in the sport after two record-breaking seasons.