Ohio State Buckeyes: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Urban Meyer’s conversation with Ryan Day may be a quiet hint on how Ohio State football is going to change its roster

The Ohio State Buckeyes had a bunch of draft-eligible players return for another season after they won the national championship two seasons ago. Ohio State winning it all then was just a part of a recent theme in college football. Upper-class-led teams with a high number of draft-eligible players are winning it all.

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / NBC Sports / January 22

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / January 22

Four Former Ohio State Buckeyes Earn Finalist Spots in NFL Regular Season Awards

As the NFL Conference Championship games kick off Sunday, the finalists for the NFL Honors were announced Thursday morning. It was a standout year for former Ohio State players, with Buckeyes represented in three different award categories: Coach of the Year, Offensive Player of the Year and Offensive Rookie of the Year.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / January 22

Where Five Former Ohio State Buckeyes Land in the Latest Mock Draft

The talent on both sides of the ball was undeniable for Ohio State this past season, like it is every year. The defensive side is where the Buckeyes shined

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / January 22

Ohio State Lands FCS Punter to Compete for Starting Role

Special teams have been an issue for the Buckeyes since the start of the 2020s, with kicker Jayden Fielding being the most notable player in the unit’s struggles.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / NBC Sports / January 21

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / SwimSwam / January 21

Ohio State Champion Alex Drachuk Stays In-State with Verbal to Cincinnati for 2026

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

How John Mobley Jr. Powered Ohio State to Overtime Win Over Minnesota

Ohio State defeated Minnesota 82-74 in an overtime battle to improve to 5-3 in conference play. Ohio State started the game hot, opening on a 10-0 run over the first four and a half minutes — with 5 of those points coming from John Mobley Jr.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / January 21

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / ESPN / January 21

Power Rankings: Iowa, Ohio State soar into top 10 -- but can they stay there?

The Big Ten and Big 12 are winners as Ohio State, Iowa and Baylor crack the top 10. UConn stays No. 1.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / January 20

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / January 20

Ohio State Buckeyes surprise with their spot on AP's final Top-25 rankings

The 2025-’26 college football season in the books after Indiana’s storybook campaign ended with a shocking win over Miami and an undefeated record of 16-0.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / SwimSwam / January 20

Mila Nikanorov Moves to #9 All-Time Performer in 1000 Free with 9:22.37 vs. Michigan

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / ESPN / January 20

Hoosiers, Buckeyes co-faves to win next CFP title

Indiana and Ohio State are 7-1 co-favorites to win the 2026 College Football Playoff, according to DraftKings Sportsbook, followed by Texas and Notre Dame.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 20

Ohio State football isn’t done with the transfer portal just yet, as the Buckeyes will host another key visitor this week

While the transfer portal may be closed for entries, there are still players out there looking for their next home in college football. The Ohio State Buckeyeshave made 16 additions and lost 31 players from the program.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / January 19

Former Ohio State football star sets the record straight on potential Buckeyes’ offensive coordinator candidate from the NFL

The Ohio State Buckeyes have made one key hire this offseason by replacing Brian Hartline with former LSU wide receivers coach Cortez Hankton. Ohio State acted quickly to make that happen right after their season ended against Miami in the College Football Playoff.

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