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Why Ohio State's Tough 2026 Schedule Should be Looked at Positively

Last season, the Buckeyes lost their final two games against both teams that eventually played in the College Football Playoff National Championship. Many believe a factor in these losses was a lack of readiness due to Ohio State’s relatively easy 2025 schedule.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 28

Ohio State football shows they’re not done in the transfer portal quite yet with a new addition that will be welcomed

The Ohio State Buckeyes had a busy month of January with the transfer portal and they’re not quite done just yet. Ohio State now has addition No. 17 from the transfer portal, and it’s a player with Ohio ties at a spot of need. The Buckeyes have added former Dartmouth offensive lineman Vesean Washington to their roster via the portal.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / January 27

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / January 27

Watch: Ohio State Faces Brutal 2026 Schedule

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / January 27

Watch: Ohio State vs Texas Rematch Set for Week Two

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 27

Ohio State football set to host elite five-star from Big Ten rival’s area who the Buckeyes badly want to add

The Ohio State Buckeyes are off to a strong start in the class of 2027 recruiting and there are no signs of them slowing down. Ohio State has the No. 3 class in the country with nine commitments so far, per 247 Sports.

Watch: Penn State at Ohio State | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Basketball | 01/26/2026

Arthur Smith News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / January 26

Ohio State Legend Believes Arthur Smith Will Be Beneficial to Buckeyes

The hiring of new Ohio State offensive coordinator Arthur Smith has brought with it discourse among fans and critics. While some praise the hire for how Smith handled his tenure with the Titans, coaching the offense to a top-five ranking, others aren’t as impressed, referencing his time with the Falcons and Steelers.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / January 26

Ohio State football just took a key step toward taking an elite defender out of a Big Ten rival’s own backyard

The Ohio State Buckeyes have had a busy few weeks since the season ended with a loss to Miami in the College Football Playoff. Ohio State has dealt with the transfer portal and has its roster set for 2026 for the most part.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba News / A to Z Sports / January 26

Former Ohio State star Jaxon Smith-Njigba is heading to the Super Bowl to face a trio of Buckeyes

The Ohio State Buckeyes will be well represented in the Super Bowl, which takes place in just under two weeks. It’ll be the Seattle Seahawks playing the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX on Feb.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / January 26

Four Former Ohio State Buckeyes to Watch in Super Bowl LX

It’s official—the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots are heading to Super Bowl LX. Here are four former Buckeyes to watch as they take on football’s biggest stage.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / NBC Sports / January 25

Watch: No. 12 Ohio State vs. No. 10 Iowa | COLLEGE BASKETBALL HIGHLIGHTS | 1/25/26

Watch: Ohio State at Iowa | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Women's Basketball | 01/25/2026

Ohio State Buckeyes News / SwimSwam / January 25

Mila Nikanorov On 9:22.37 1000 Free School Record, Ohio State Distance Training

By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam January 23-24, 2026 Austin, Texas — Lee and Joe Jamail Texas Swimming Center SCY (25 Yards) Full Meet Results on Meet Mobile

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / January 25

Ohio State Should’ve Hired These Three Offensive Coordinators Over Arthur Smith

The Ohio State Buckeyes have found their new voice of the offense, with Arthur Smith named the team's offensive coordinator. Smith has spent the last two years as the offensive coordinator for the Pittsburgh Steelers and was the head coach of the Atlanta Falcons for the previous three years before Pittsburgh.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / January 25

Watch: Baylie Belman 9.900 On Floor | Ohio State Women's Gymnastics

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / January 25

Watch: JJ Coleman 9.900 On Floor | Ohio State Women's Gymnastics

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

Three Things to Know About New Ohio State Offensive Coordinator Arthur Smith

The Ohio State Buckeyes are bringing in another former NFL head coach to fill the vacant offensive coordinator position previously held by current USF coach Brian Hartline.

Watch: Ohio State at Notre Dame | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Hockey | 01/24/2026

Arthur Smith News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 24

Ohio State Hiring Arthur Smith As Offensive Coordinator

Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith is expected to be hired as the next offensive coordinator at Ohio State. According to Rapoport, Smith had interest from NFL teams for head-coaching and offensive coordinator jobs.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / January 24

Former Steelers OC Arthur Smith lands new job with Ohio State

Smith will be replacing Brian Hartline who left the Buckeyes to take the head-coaching job at South Florida.

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Sonny Styles News / Yardbarker / January 14

Ohio State Buckeyes lose another elite defender to 2026 NFL Draft

The Ohio State Buckeyes are accustomed to losing star players to the NFL.

Ohio State lands two former five-star recruits from Alabama in transfer portal

A way-too-early look at the top QBs in 2027 NFL Draft after Dante Moore's return to Oregon

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / CFB-HQ on SI / January 14

Ohio State predicted to land coveted elite running back over Georgia, Tennessee

Ohio State is not only looking to reload via the transfer portal, but continue to bolster the team's future roster through college football recruiting.

Arvell Reese News / Yardbarker / January 8