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Three Players the Buckeyes Should Have Signed in the Transfer Portal

Three Players the Buckeyes Should Have Signed in the Transfer Portal

The Ohio State Buckeyes will have one of the best rosters in the program has seen in recent years in 2026, but there were plenty of areas where the Buckeyes could have improved significantly through the transfer portal.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / ESPN / February 15

Maryland rallies from 19 down to beat Ohio State

Oluchi Okananwa had 17 points and 10 rebounds, Yarden Garzon added 17 points and No. 20 Maryland rallied from a 19-point deficit in the first half to beat eighth-ranked Ohio State 76-75 on Sunday.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / February 15
Caleb Downs 2026 NFL Draft: scouting report for Ohio State, Safety

Caleb Downs 2026 NFL Draft: scouting report for Ohio State, Safety

Height: 6-0 Weight: 205 lbs Year: Junior Pro Comparison: Budda Baker Hand Size: N/A Arm Length: N/A 40-Yard Dash: N/A Vertical Leap: N/A Broad Jump: N/A 20-Yard Shuttle: N/A 3-Cone: N/A High football intelligence.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / February 15
Where 12 Ohio State Buckeyes NFL Draft Hopefuls Could Get Selected

Where 12 Ohio State Buckeyes NFL Draft Hopefuls Could Get Selected

The NFL Draft is just two and a half months away, and Ohio State projects to figure prominently, as it usually does. This year, as many as five Buckeyes could be selected in the first round, which would elevate Ohio State’s already record number of 95 first-rounders to 100 and make OSU the first school to make three digits.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / College Sports Only / February 15

FOX Sports’ Gus Johnson Roasts Ohio State Basketball NIL Funding

 Fox Sports announcer Gus Johnson took a direct shot at Ohio State basketball's NIL funding.  The Buckeyes, who haven't made it past the second round in

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / February 14
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / February 14
Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / February 14
Ohio State football has taken a step toward landing another player they need for the future of the program

Ohio State football has taken a step toward landing another player they need for the future of the program

The Ohio State Buckeyeshave been busy with recruiting in the class of 2027 ever since they sealed their 2026 class in December.  Ohio State has nine commitments so far in a class expected to be smaller than the 28 freshmen the Buckeyes just brought in.

College Basketball News / A to Z Sports / February 12
Ohio State basketball’s win over USC was followed up with bad news for the Buckeyes’ chances of playing in the NCAA Tournament

Ohio State basketball’s win over USC was followed up with bad news for the Buckeyes’ chances of playing in the NCAA Tournament

Thursday evening was a game for the Ohio State Buckeyes they couldn’t afford to lose against another team on the NCAA Tournament bubble. Ohio State moved to 16-8 on the season with an 89-82 win over USC.  Ohio State badly needed the win coming off a 21-point loss to the Michigan Wolverines.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / February 12
Will Ohio State's Downs make NFL teams disregard positional value?

Will Ohio State safety Caleb Downs make NFL teams disregard positional value?

Downs didn't disappoint in 2025, helping the Buckeyes make their second straight College Football Playoff appearance.

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / Stadium Rant / February 12
How Ohio State Can Return To The NCAA Tournament

How Ohio State Can Return To The NCAA Tournament

The Ohio State Buckeyes are aiming to return to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2022. To make that happen, they’ll need to handle business down the stretch.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / February 12
National insider drops bucket of cold water on Ohio State football’s chance of landing the five-star player they badly want

National insider drops bucket of cold water on Ohio State football’s chance of landing the five-star player they badly want

The Ohio State Buckeyes are off to a strong start in the class of 2027 after bringing in 28 players for 2026. With the up-ramp in transfer portal activity, the Buckeyes are expected to bring in a slightly smaller class in 2027.  Ohio State has nine commitments so far and the No.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / February 12
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / February 12
Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / February 12
Ohio State football is a step closer to landing one of the best recruits in the country, but they’ll have to beat out a Big Ten rival

Ohio State football is a step closer to landing one of the best recruits in the country, but they’ll have to beat out a Big Ten rival

The Ohio State Buckeyes losing Brian Hartline was a big negative on recruiting going forward. Hartline has been Ohio State’s top recruiter the last several years, and the Buckeyes no longer have that.  Ohio State is off to a strong start in the class of 2027 with nine commitments so far.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / February 11
Five Most Important Games Remaining on Ohio State Basketball’s Schedule

Five Most Important Games Remaining on Ohio State Basketball’s Schedule

As the Ohio State Buckeyes Men's Basketball team continues the push to their first March Madness appearance since 2022, many things still need to happen.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / February 12
Ex-Ohio State star Darron Lee facing first-degree murder charge

Ex-Ohio State star, Jets first-round pick Darron Lee facing first-degree murder charge; death penalty in play

Former Ohio State Buckeyes and NFL linebacker Darron Lee is in jail in Tennessee and has not been granted bond. 

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / February 11
Chilling details released regarding former star Ohio State football player accused of murdering his girlfriend in Tennessee

Chilling details released regarding former star Ohio State football player accused of murdering his girlfriend in Tennessee

Former Ohio State LB Darron Lee appeared in court on Wednesday and was denied bond for the first-degree murder and tampering with evidence charges he faces after being accused of killing his girlfriend.  According to WTVC News 9, the bond was denied following a judge hearing a graphic testimony of the scene where Lee’s girlfriend was found dead.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / College Sports Only / February 11
Fans Call For Renaming of Ohio State Facilities Named After Donor In Epstein Files

Fans Call For Renaming of Ohio State Facilities Named After Donor In Epstein Files

Ohio State fans are actively calling on the university to rename several facilities named after Les Wexner, the founder of Victoria's Secret and a billionaire

College Basketball News / Last Word On Sports / February 11
Jake Diebler’s Seat Getting Toasty in Columbus

Jake Diebler’s Seat Getting Toasty in Columbus

It’s become the new norm around Ohio State basketball. The Buckeyes bring in a coach, he lasts around four seasons, and then it’s back to the drawing board.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / The Lead / February 10
Does Ohio State Have the Toughest Schedule in the Country?

Does Ohio State Have the Toughest Schedule in the Country?

The Buckeyes’ 2026 schedule will test their playoff hopes all season long. For years, gauntlet-style schedules were limited to the SEC. Weekly landmines, no breathers, and multiple top-tier matchups stacked on top of each other.

Ryan Day News / Last Word On Sports / February 9
Ryan Day Stands Out Among His Predecessors

Ryan Day Stands Out Among His Predecessors

As the head coach of the Ohio State Buckeyes, Ryan Day is held to quite a lofty standard. In the history of the Ohio State program, there have been a number of incredible coaches come through.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / February 7
Why Ohio State can't play it safe anymore in 2026

Why Ohio State can't play it safe anymore in 2026

Many considered Ohio State to have a considerable easy schedule in 2025, in which they finished the regular season undefeated. The same is not true for the Buckeyes in 2026.

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / February 7
Ohio State Legend Explains Why Trolls Like Dave Portnoy Always Target Buckeyes

Ohio State Legend Explains Why Trolls Like Dave Portnoy Always Target Buckeyes

The Ohio State Buckeyes are always on someone's mind. The Buckeyes' place atop the college football hierarchy has made them one of the most talked-about and thought-of programs in the nation.

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