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Ohio State’s Jaylen McClain Studied Caleb Downs and Now His Game is Catching Up

Ohio State’s Jaylen McClain Studied Caleb Downs and Now His Game is Catching Up

Jaylen McClain did not just play alongside one of college football’s best safeties last season. He studied him. “I just watched how he approached every day,” McClain said.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / April 10
Are Jets planning to make Bailey, not Reese, the No. 2 pick of draft?

Are Jets planning to make David Bailey, not Arvell Reese, the No. 2 pick of the 2026 NFL Draft?

It appears there's now plenty of uncertainty regarding the Jets' plans heading into the second weekend of April.

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Arvell Reese News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / April 10
Arvell Reese Admits Awkward Strategy That Makes Him Can't-Miss NFL Draft Prospect

Arvell Reese Admits Awkward Strategy That Makes Him Can't-Miss NFL Draft Prospect

The NFL Draft is right around the corner, and former Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese recognizes his life is about to change upon hearing his name called in Pittsburgh, Pa., at the end of the month.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / ESPN / April 9

5 Buckeyes, Simpson among 16 draft attendees

Five Ohio State players are among the 16 planning to attend the first round of the NFL draft on April 23 in Pittsburgh, a group that doesn't include Fernando Mendoza but does include fellow QB Ty Simpson.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / April 9
College Basketball News / A to Z Sports / April 9
Insider says Ohio State basketball is ready to make a notable NIL offer to top transfer portal player

Insider says Ohio State basketball is ready to make a notable NIL offer to top transfer portal player

Ohio State badly needs another guard to pair with John Mobley Jr. and it’ll come through the transfer portal. The Buckeyes are one team in the mix for the No.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / April 9
Making the case for — and against — Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith being worth $10 million

Making the case for — and against — Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith being worth $10 million

Smith believes he could have gotten $10 million to leave Ohio State and transfer to another program.

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Ryan Day Makes Important Clarification On Viral Photo
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Ohio State Buckeyes News / Total Pro Sports / April 9
Where Is Caleb Downs From? All You Need to Know About The Ohio State Safety’s Ethnicity

Where Is Caleb Downs From? All You Need to Know About The Ohio State Safety’s Ethnicity

Caleb Downs has quickly become one of the most talked-about young defensive backs in college football. Now playing for the Ohio State Buckeyes, the safety’s rise has been anything but accidental.

Ryan Day News / College Sports Only / April 9
Ryan Day Makes Important Clarification On Viral Photo

Ryan Day Makes Important Clarification On Viral Photo

The question we’ve all wondered for years has finally been answered: No, Ryan Day does not have a nipple ring. This photo of Day went viral in Week 1 of the 2025 season, where Ohio State’s top man looked like he had a shocking secret.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / April 9
Jeremiah Smith has sent a loud and clear reminder to the college football world during his final spring with Ohio State football

Jeremiah Smith has sent a loud and clear reminder to the college football world during his final spring with Ohio State football

Ohio State star WR Jeremiah Smith is a Buckeye through and through. Smith’s latest comment shows why he’s beloved by Buckeye Nation, and he sent a reminder to the rest of the college football world.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / The Spun / April 8
Jeremiah Smith Reveals How Much Money He Turned Down To Stay At Ohio State

Jeremiah Smith Reveals How Much Money He Turned Down To Stay At Ohio State

For the past two years Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith has been one of the best players in the country, let alone at his position. As he enters his third, and presumably final, season with the Buckeyes, he's revealed that there have been some expensive offers out there for him to jump ship.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 8
NFL Draft intel: Carnell Tate's stock soaring, David Bailey-Arvell Reese debate, Sonny Styles-Fred Warner comps

NFL Draft intel: Carnell Tate's stock soaring, David Bailey-Arvell Reese debate, Sonny Styles-Fred Warner comps

Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh.  

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College Basketball News / A to Z Sports / April 8
Ohio State Buckeyes have been in contact with one of the very best players available in the college basketball transfer portal

Ohio State Buckeyes have been in contact with one of the very best players available in the college basketball transfer portal

Ohio State basketball has a massive need to add multiple guards in the transfer portal. The latest development is the Buckeyes have been in contact with the No.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / April 8
Ranking Ohio State’s Basketball’s Biggest Needs in Transfer Portal

Ranking Ohio State’s Basketball’s Biggest Needs in Transfer Portal

With the college basketball season now behind us, it's time for Ohio State to shift its focus to next season and consider how it can compete with the top teams in the country.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / April 7
Easiest Way to Watch Ohio State Football Spring Game

Easiest Way to Watch Ohio State Football Spring Game

College football season will be here before long, which means spring football is in full swing with at least 15 guaranteed practices for the Ohio State Buckeyes.

College Basketball News / A to Z Sports / April 7
Ohio State basketball is bringing a Columbus area native in for a visit from the transfer portal, and they very well could get him

Ohio State basketball is bringing a Columbus area native in for a visit from the transfer portal, and they very well could get him

Ohio State’s first known visitor from the transfer portal is known. The Buckeyes will need several guards and the Columbus native could fill one spot. The Ohio State Buckeyes have a few glaring needs on the basketball team following multiple transfer portal departures.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / April 7
Ohio State Basketball Set To Lose These Four Players in NCAA Transfer Portal

Ohio State Basketball Set To Lose These Four Players in NCAA Transfer Portal

The college basketball season wrapped up on Monday night with Michigan celebrating its victory by cutting down the nets. Now, it's time to shift our focus to what next season has in store.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / April 7
Ohio State Basketball Should Be Targeting These Four Players in Transfer Portal

Ohio State Basketball Should Be Targeting These Four Players in Transfer Portal

Ohio State has proven it can get back to where it needs to be. Now is the time to make it a reality. It didn’t end the way head coach Jake Diebler wanted, but with the transfer portal heating up, it’s time for him to find the right pieces to the jigsaw that can make the Buckeyes a true contender for the national championship.

Ryan Day News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / April 7
Ryan Day Identifies Three Ohio State Newcomers Standing Out This Spring

Ryan Day Identifies Three Ohio State Newcomers Standing Out This Spring

Halfway through spring practice, Ryan Day is not ready to lock anything in. But he is starting to see who is showing up. Asked to identify players who have been consistent through nine practices, Day smiled before offering a cautious answer.

Devin Royal News / A to Z Sports / April 7
Ohio State basketball star Devin Royal looks to be trending toward a major college program in the transfer portal already

Ohio State basketball star Devin Royal looks to be trending toward a major college program in the transfer portal already

Devin Royal was the first Buckeye who decided to transfer away and the Columbus native looks to be heading to a major college program for his final season.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / April 6
Ryan Day confirms the injury news that Ohio State football just didn’t need on its hands this spring

Ryan Day confirms the injury news that Ohio State football just didn’t need on its hands this spring

Ohio State football will have two starting offensive linemen sidelined for the remainder of the spring in a new development revealed by Ryan Day. Not the injury news the Buckeyes needed.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / April 6
Ohio State football dealt rough news over the Easter weekend, and it follows a common theme for Ryan Day’s program

Ohio State football dealt rough news over the Easter weekend, and it follows a common theme for Ryan Day’s program

Ohio State was in contention for one of the best offensive tackles in the country, until they weren’t. The Buckeyes fell out of the race for a five-star player, and now must turn elsewhere.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / April 5
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Total Pro Sports / April 3
Former Ohio State Quarterback Passes Away After Battle With Cancer

Former Ohio State Quarterback Passes Away After Battle With Cancer

The bad news doesn’t seem to be stopping anytime soon for the Ohio State University. Its president, Ted Carter, resigned over an inappropriate relationship at the start of March.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / College Sports Only / March 28
Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith Hints Miami Made Big Transfer Offer

Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith Hints Miami Made Big Transfer Offer

Miami-native Jeremiah Smith had a tough decision this offseason. Smith’s 1,243 receiving yards, 87 catches, and 12 touchdowns would’ve formed a lethal one-two punch alongside Malachi Toney, giving a Miami team still stinging from a National Championship loss more firepower to finish the job.

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