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Elite 5-star recruit confirms unfortunate suspicion about Ohio State that makes missing out on him hurt a little worse

The Ohio State Buckeyes have had a very interesting recruiting cycle for the class of 2026. At one point, the Buckeyes had a top-five class and looked poised to put together another elite group.

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Texas 6A State Champion Jackson Hartzler Sends Verbal to Ohio State for 2027

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / October 23

Ryan Day praises Ohio State QB Julian Sayin with glowing review during bye week

It may be Ohio State's bye week, but coach Ryan Day expects the most out of his players. This includes quarterback Julian Sayin, who was strongly praised by Day during his weekly presser.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / October 23

How Buckeyes basketball recruit Mathieu Gruijicic has adjusted to life at Ohio State

Having been born in France and raised in Germany, Mathieu Gruijicic didn't experience any culture shock when he rocked up in the United States. And as he prepares for his first year with the Ohio State Buckeyes, Gruijicic has settled into life on campus and is ready for the step-up in competition he will face in the Big Ten.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / October 23

Former Buckeyes star facing crossroads in NFL career with benching looming

Ever since former Ohio State Buckeyes star quarterback Justin Fields left school and entered the NFL, it has been a rough road for him. Fields was a two-year starter at Ohio State, where he led the Big Ten in passing yards and touchdowns in both seasons in 2019 and 2020.

Julian Sayin News / Big Ten Network / October 23

Watch: Urban Meyer Spotlights Julian Sayin's Rapid Growth | Urban Analysis

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / October 23

Four former Ohio State Buckeyes among candidates for Pro Football Hall of Fame

Ohio State Buckeyes are no strangers to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in nearby Canton. Eleven former Buckeyes are enshrined in pro football’s most sacred site.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / October 23

Buckeyes star receiver Jeremiah Smith makes history with latest NIL deal

Ohio State Buckeyes sophomore wide receiver Jeremiah Smith exploded onto the scene in his freshman year last season, which put him on the map and helped him achieve success not only on the field but also off it.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Sporting News / October 22

Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith makes NIL history with Red Bull

Buckeyes wide receiver adds to his impressive list.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / College Football Talk / October 22

Top-ranked Ohio State’s defense shines as offense seeks consistency during bye week

When it comes to a second off weekend of this college football season, top-ranked Ohio State’s approach is different strokes for different folks.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / October 22

Former Ohio State QB Justin Fields’ football career looks to be at a major crossroads after being slammed by NFL owner

Justin Fields was a star with the Ohio State Buckeyes in college, and when he was selected No. 11 overall by the Chicago Bears in 2021, many thought it would mark the start of a strong professional career.

Jamier Brown's attorney breaks down new Ohio high school NIL opportunities

Last week, Buckeyes five-star commit, Jamier Brown's family, filed a lawsuit against the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA), challenging them on NIL earnings.

Carnell Tate News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / October 21

Ranking difficulty of Ohio State's next five games on trap-filled 2025 schedule

It was another smooth-sailing week for the number one team in the country Ohio State Buckeyes as they took the Wisconsin Badgers to the woodshed with a 34-0 win at Camp Randall Stadium.

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

Ohio State basketball gets commitment from No. 13 ranked player in the country

Its a great day to be a Buckeye. Especially if you are on the men's basketball team because help has arrived. Throughout the past couple of season the Ohio State Buckeyes men's basketball team has had its fair share of struggles.

Jake Diebler News / Yardbarker / October 21

Ohio State lands 5-star SF Anthony Thompson over Indiana, Michigan and others

The Ohio State Buckeyes have picked up one of the most consequential commitments 2026 college basketball recruiting cycle.

Purdue's Braden Smith gets massive honor ahead of 2025-26 season

Four ways for ACC basketball to regain relevance

The 'Active NCAA Tournament appearance streak leaders' quiz

Ohio State Buckeyes News / College Football News / October 21

Big Ten Predictions For Every Game: Ohio State, Indiana On Collision Course

Nine Big Ten teams are 3-1 or better in the Big Ten, and three more teams are 2-2 with five games to go. The conference race is wide open and there for the taking, and ...

Ryan Day News / A to Z Sports / October 20

Ryan Day's praise for another emerging star freshman gives Ohio State more strength in numbers for CFP run

The Ohio State Buckeyes knew they were injecting some major talent long-term into its program this past offseason when they welcomed four running backs in the 2025 recruiting class.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 20

How Julian Sayin, Fernando Mendoza stack up in Heisman race

How Ohio State's Julian Sayin, Indiana's Fernando Mendoza stack up in Heisman race

The Heisman Trophy race has shifted in the Big Ten's favor, with Sayin and Mendoza now emerging as favorites to win college football’s most prestigious individual award.

Mike Elko doesn't beat around the bush when discussing Texas A&M history

Paul Finebaum's harsh criticism of Clemson's Dabo Swinney may be deserved

Wisconsin makes decision on HC

Texas Tech is ending a longtime tradition over a Big 12 rule change

Candidates to replace Billy Napier as Florida's next head coach

Ohio State Buckeyes News / College Football News / October 19

Ohio State Still No. 1, But the AP Top 25 Just Got Shaken Up

There are weeks when the rankings change around big, and then there's the Week 9 AP Top 25 poll. Ohio State is No. 1, and after that, everything else changed.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 16

Ohio State vs. Wisconsin score prediction by expert football model

Top-ranked Ohio State hits the road for a second-straight week in a Big Ten battle against Wisconsin in college football’s Week 8 action on Saturday. Here is the latest prediction for the game from an expert model that projects scores.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / 5 GOATs / October 16

Greg McElroy gives Wisconsin less than 1% chance to win, but picks to cover vs. Ohio State

According to BetMGM, No. 1 Ohio State is a 25.5-point favorite against Wisconsin on Saturday. While ESPN’s Greg McElroy isn’t holding out hope for the Badgers to pull off the monstrous upset, he expects the game to be tighter than oddsmakers are predicting.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / October 15