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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.

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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 / SwimSwam / November 21

arena Swim of the Week: Liberty Clark Hits 1:41.27 200 Free At Ohio State Fall Invite

By James Sutherland on SwimSwam Swim of the Week is brought to you by arena, a SwimSwam partner. Disclaimer: Swim of the Week is not meant to be a conclusive selection of the best overall swim of the week, but rather one Featured Swim to be explored in deeper detail.

Ryan Day News / CFB-HQ on SI / November 21

'College GameDay' location: Predicting the next ESPN locale for CFB Week 14

The "College GameDay" location for Week 13 is once again at Oregon ahead of the team's matchup against USC. Yet, fans are already thinking about the "College GameDay" location for Week 14 in the regular-season finale with a full slate of rivalry matchups.

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

Here's what five-star prospect L.J. Smith can bring to Ohio State basketball

It’s never too early to start looking for some new firepower to add to your team. The Ohio State Buckeyes basketball team has been off to a terrific start this season, going 4-0 through the first two weeks.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / November 21

Ryan Day said just a few words that should have Buckeye Nation excited about the next quarterback after Julian Sayin

Julian Sayin’s rise this season has been everything the Ohio State Buckeyes could have hoped for after the Will Howard era. Sayin, a former Alabama transfer, is firmly in the Heisman Trophy mix after 10 starts in Columbus.

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

Watch: Kent State at Ohio State | SELECT MATCHES | Big Ten Wrestling | 11/20/2025

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / November 20

Watch: Spotlighting Nathan McBrayer | On The Ice | Ohio State Hockey

Carnell Tate News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / November 20

Ohio State's last test before Michigan comes with one big question mark

Ohio State is preparing to welcome 5–5 Rutgers in what will be the Buckeyes’ final test before facing Michigan on the road. One of the biggest concerns heading into the Michigan game — which will likely determine Ohio State’s chance of making the Big Ten Championship — is the status of wide receivers Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate.

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.

Carnell Tate News / Last Word On Sports / November 20

Ohio State Remains Quiet Regarding Stars’ Injury Status

College football is not like the NFL in the sense that teams have to be 100% forthcoming about injuries. With the infiltration of sports betting into every facet of sports media, that seems like it’ll change.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / NBC Sports / November 19

Watch: Why Ohio State's Caleb Downs is a future top draft pick | Big Ten Film Breakdown

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