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The Ohio State Buckeyes are eight weeks away from kicking off the 2026 season. Amongst the hype and intrigue surrounding a program only two years removed from winning a national title, the Buckeyes have much to be excited about both on and off the field.

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Inside College Recruiting With Ohio State University’s Head Coach Bill Dorenkott

By Gold Medal Mel Stewart on SwimSwam Ohio State Director of Swimming & Diving Bill Dorenkott joins this GMM takeover of the SwimSwam Podcast for a recruiting conversation built for swimmers, swim parents and club coaches trying to understand what college coaches value beyond times on the sheet.

Carnell Tate News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / July 17

If Ohio State Football Somehow Missed Playoffs in 2026, Here's What Went Wrong

Ohio State is usually a lock to make the playoffs, and that was when there were only four teams in the field. But now that 12 teams make the playoffs, the Buckeyes should be in every year.

College Football News / Yardbarker / July 16

Transfer to Louisville pays off for former Ohio State QB Lincoln Kienholz

Lincoln Kienholz entered the college football world under the weight of some pretty high expectations.

Louisville's Jeff Brohm defends the ACC: 'I don’t think we’re scared to play anybody'

Louisville lands former Tennessee commitment in four-star DL Kadin Fife

SMU's Rhett Lashlee trying to following the Curt Cignetti approach to a title

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

Elite Ohio State Commit Becomes No. 1 EDGE in Updated Recruiting Rankings

The recruiting rankings that will dictate how many view the 2027 class have been revealed by the insiders over at Rivals As expected, there were some shakeups throughout the class, as a handful of players earned a fifth star, and some even lost theirs.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 16

Insider reveals bad but expected news for Ohio State in its pursuit of an elite five-star weapon

Ohio State is one of the finish for five-star WR Monshun Sales, but the latest around his recruitment signals he’ll likely be picking another Big Ten school.

Insider update shows Ohio State might be dealing with a Legend Bey situation when it comes to beating out Tennessee for David Gabriel Georges

We’re closing in on the commitment of five-star RB David Gabriel Georges. The latest around his recruitment between Tennessee and Ohio State sheds an interesting light.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 15

Prominent recruiting insider says his sources are pointing to one particular school landing David Gabriel Georges, but he’s skeptical

2027 five-star running back David Gabriel Georges is set to choose between the Tennessee Vols and the Ohio State Buckeyes on July 22. We’re now a week away from 2027 five-star running back David Gabriel Georges’ commitment ceremony, and it’s feeling like one team is trending for the coveted recruit.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 14

Ohio State football stands in great spot to land the kind of elite recruit they need after latest comment

Offensive line recruiting has been a focal point for the Ohio State Buckeyes. Now, it appears the Buckeyes are on track to land the kind of elite recruit they want in the class of 2028.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 14

Latest around five-star RB David Gabriel Georges casts a shadow of doubt over him choosing Ohio State over Tennessee

David Gabriel Georges is choosing between Ohio State and Tennessee. The latest around the five-star running back doesn’t sound great for the Buckeyes.

Jacy Sheldon News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / July 14

Former Buckeyes Star Jacy Sheldon Shares Advice for Ohio State Women’s Basketball

It has been almost three years since former Ohio State University guard Jacy Sheldon played in Columbus as a Buckeye. During her five seasons in the Big Ten, she averaged 15.6 points, 3.3 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 1.9 steals while shooting 49.1% from the field and 35.0% from behind the arc in 130 career games.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 14

‘I think he’s pretty close’ – An actual decision could be made soon by David Gabriel Georges and one program is in ‘good shape’

2027 five-star running back David Gabriel Georges is set to announce his commitment on July 22 and he’ll be choosing between the Tennessee Vols and the Ohio State Buckeyes.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 13

Vol fans now know how and when they can watch David Gabriel Georges’ announcement between Tennessee and Ohio State

The stage has been set for the Vols’ biggest 2027 recruiting target to announce his pick. The wait will soon be over for fans of both the Tennessee Vols and Ohio State Buckeyes in their pursuit of one of the biggest playmakers to come out of the state of Tennessee in years in Chattanooga Baylor RB David Gabriel Georges.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 13

Ohio State football might lose out on five-star RB David Gabriel Georges for a reason that’ll have a lot of fans angry

We are getting closer and closer to the commitment date of Ohio State top target David Gabriel Georges. The latest detail around the financials being offered might just be the difference in where Gabriel Georges goes.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 13

Ohio State football is trending toward adding another big time defender to next year’s team this week

It’s another big week on the recruiting trail for the Ohio State Buckeyes where they could be adding a key defender. The Ohio State Buckeyes had a nice end of June on the recruiting trail that extended into early July.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 13

Ohio State football dealt tough loss the Buckeyes never want to see at the hands of a major SEC school

When an Ohio State recruiting target gets out of the Buckeye State and heads south it’s bad news for Ryan Day’s program. The Ohio State Buckeyes have had

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 13

Five-star RB David Gabriel Georges has made a telling admission ahead of his commitment between Ohio State and Tennessee

July 22 is quickly approaching for the commitment of five-star RB David Gabriel Georges. The latest from the Ohio State target gives a key update on the recruitment.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / July 13

David Gabriel Georges’ 40 yard dash time has been revealed, and it shows why he’s so coveted by Tennessee and Ohio State

2027 five-star running back David Gabriel Georges will be announcing his college decision on July 22. He’s set to choose between the Tennessee Vols and the Ohio State Buckeyes.

Carnell Tate News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / July 12

Can Ohio State Survive Its Own Schedule? Inside the Buckeyes’ 2026 Playoff Math

Ohio State enters the 2026 season as the reigning national champion's chief rival for preseason hype — ranked No. 1 in ESPN's initial Football Power Index and the trendy pick in several outlets' way-too-early bracket projections.

Kyle Whittingham News / Yardbarker / July 1

Kyle Whittingham, Michigan steal Ohio native from Buckeyes in massive recruiting win

The Michigan Wolverines and new head coach Kyle Whittingham have just pulled off a major recruiting win over their biggest rival.

Michigan's Big House could lose ranking as largest U.S. stadium to Wolverines rival

Nation's No. 1 2028 recruit, Jett Harrison, commits to Ohio State Buckeyes

Big Ten predicted to walk away with another CFP title in 2026

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / July 2

Nation's No. 1 2028 recruit commits to Big Ten program

Nation's No. 1 2028 recruit, Jett Harrison, commits to Ohio State Buckeyes

Perhaps we should have seen this coming, but strange things sometimes happen on the recruiting trail.

Notre Dame loses QB Trey Tagliaferri less than a week after his commitment

Kyle Whittingham, Michigan steal Ohio native from Buckeyes in recruiting win

Big Ten predicted to walk away with another CFP title in 2026

Oregon beats out SEC powerhouses for two top recruits on same day

Michigan's Big House could lose title as largest U.S. stadium to rival

Ryan Day News / Yardbarker / June 29

Ohio State beats out Texas, Georgia for five-star DL Marcus Fakatou

Fakatou is one of the best players at his position in the 2027 recruiting class.

Texas QB Arch Manning avoiding preseason Heisman talk, but that's not going to stop hype after impressive showing at Manning Passing Academy

Notre Dame has 'the ultimate shutdown guy' in Leonard Moore

Steve Sarkisian and Texas beat out Michigan and others for first 2028 commitment

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Jeremiah Smith News / Yardbarker / June 24

Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith is No. 1 player in 'College Football 27,' but don't expect him to be No. 1 pick in 2027 NFL Draft

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith may be the best player in college football. It's still unlikely he'll be the No. 1 pick in the 2027 NFL Draft.

Ohio State Buckeyes land first 2029 recruiting commitment

The 'College football color teams' quiz