Ohio State Buckeyes: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Ohio State Buckeyes dealt some rough news at the hands of an unexpected college football program on Independence Day

Ohio State picked up a key commitment on the Fourth of July by flipping 2026 defensive tackle Jamir Perez from the Florida Gators. Perez, who plays at Glenville High School in the Cleveland area, continues a strong pipeline from the historic program to Columbus.

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Overanalyzing Ross Bjork’s recent comments about the Ohio State men’s basketball program

Bjork’s comments last week were the most concrete analysis of what he expects from the men’s basketball program. Early last week, Ohio State athletic director Ross Bjork spoke to the Columbus Dispatch about the men’s basketball program.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / July 4

Vital Ohio State Football Recruit Gets Outlandish Expert Prediction

The Ohio State Buckeyes are often the top program for elite recruits, mainly because of how they have consistently proven to develop the best talent into solid NFL prospects.

Ryan Day News / Land-Grant Holy Land / July 4

BOOOOM! Four-star 2026 QB Luke Fahey commits to Ohio State

The Buckeyes have found their quarterback in the 2026 class. Starting the holiday weekend off with some early fireworks, Thursday brought Ohio State their 2026 quarterback when California native Luke Fahey gave the Buckeyes the nod.

$10 Million USC Recruit Has One-Word Reaction to 4-Star QB’s Commitment to Ohio State

Coming off a dream 2024 college football season, which concluded with a national championship, the Ohio State Buckeyes haven't stopped bolstering their ranks to defend their throne in 2025. The defending national champions received terrific news on Thursday, as a four-star quarterback committed to Ryan Day's program.

Ryan Day News / Last Word On Sports / July 3

Ryan Day Gets His 2026 Quarterback

Ohio State’s 2026 recruiting efforts had a successful June with a handful of defensive commits. However, to kick off July, Ryan Day and his quarterback coach, Billy Fessler, earned the commitment of an underrated gunslinger from out west.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 3

Ohio State Buckeyes beat out Big Ten opponent to land what will be another starting quarterback option for the future

The Ohio State Buckeyes have reason to celebrate the Fourth of July a bit early, thanks to some exciting news they received just a day prior. Ohio State entered Thursday with 19 players committed to the class of 2026, following a highly productive month of June.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 3

Urban Meyer’s admission on the three best teams in college football comes with some bad news for the Ohio State Buckeyes

The Ohio State Buckeyes suffered two losses last year, including a heartbreaker to Michigan—for the fourth straight time. Despite that setback, Ohio State went on to win a national championship, capping off one of the most remarkable postseason runs college football has ever seen.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Jeremiah Smith Reveals Major Change in Physical Appearance Ahead of Ohio State's Season

Jeremiah Smith may find it difficult to top a 2024 season in which he sent freshman records tumbling as the Ohio State Buckeyes won the national championship, but he is taking as many steps as he can to try.

College Football News / Yardbarker / July 3

Ohio State star's NIL deal shows Nike may be losing its luster

Ohio State superstar's new NIL deal shows Nike might be losing its luster

It seems the kids no longer want to wear the highly recognizable Nike swoosh.

‘I just hate them’: Ohio State WR vows he will not lose again to Michigan

Four-star commit discusses what it means to be at Florida State

New Nebraska WR commit makes bold claim about role with Cornhuskers

Paul Finebaum offers major prediction for Texas QB Arch Manning

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

Ohio State superstar Jeremiah Smith keeps it real on why it was Adidas over Nike for him

Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith took the college football world by storm last season, breaking out in a big way as the Buckeyes captured their first National Championship in a decade.

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

Buckeyes Face Midseason Hurdle That Could Derail Playoff Push

The Ohio State Buckeyes look prepared to defend their 2024 national championship with eyes on a return to the College Football Playoff. The Buckeyes don’t have the hardest schedule in the world, so total disaster notwithstanding, the reigning champions should make the 12-team field.

NFL News / The Spun / July 2

Congratulations Pouring In For Jeremiah Smith On Wednesday

As a true freshman in 2024, Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith firmly established himself as one of the best players in all of college football. While

College Football News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Ohio State Predicted to Lose Nation's No. 6 Recruit to SEC Powerhouse

Throughout the offseason, the Ohio State Buckeyes and head coach Ryan Day have built on their national championship win, which is evident from their impressive 2026 recruiting class.

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

Ohio State Buckeyes' Jeremiah Smith Reacts to Major Announcement

Jeremiah Smith was a superstar for the Ohio State Buckeyes as a freshman. He was one of the main reasons OSU won the College Football Playoff National Championship, and he's one of the top players in the country to watch heading into 2025.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Sneakers on SI / July 2

Adidas Signs Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith to NIL Deal

The Ohio State Buckeyes are a flagship for Nike Football. But the Swoosh just got Moss'd by its biggest competitor. Adidas has announced the signing of Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith.

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

Ohio State Buckeyes Superstar Rejected Nike for Very Personal Reason

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith instantly cemented himself as one of the best players in the country last season, enjoying one of the best freshman campaigns you can imagine.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Ohio State Legend's Michigan Guarantee Resurfaces After Jeremiah Smith News

The Ohio State-Michigan series has been about as back-and-forth as any other major rivalry in college football, albeit in a different way than most with the Buckeyes and Wolverines alternating decades of dominance.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / NIL on SI / July 1

Jeremiah Smith reveals why he rejected Ohio State’s partner in recent NIL deal

Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith, entering his sophomore season with one of the highest NIL valuations in college sports, can collaborate with virtually any major brand of his choosing.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / CFB-HQ on SI / July 1

Jeremiah Smith vows he won't lose to Michigan ever again

Ohio State star Jeremiah Smith turned out a freshman year college football won’t soon forget after emerging as the best wide receiver in the country. But while he broke both OSU and Big Ten records en route to a national championship, the one thing he couldn’t do was beat arch rival Michigan.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / June 30