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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.

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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

Watch: Minnesota vs. Ohio State | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Men's Basketball | 01/20/26

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

By Terin Frodyma on SwimSwam January 17, 2026 McCorkle Aquatic Pavilion, Columbus, OH SCY (25 yards) Results Final Scores Women: Michigan 162, Ohio State

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 / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / January 19

Buckeyes earn shocking spot in way-to-early 2026 Top-25 rankings

We don’t know who the National Champion for the 2025-2026 college football season will be yet --that will be sorted out later today between Indiana and Miami -- but it’s never too early to take a look at the favorites to win next year’s tournament.

Ohio State outlasts TCU while Vanderbilt stays undefeated against Michigan in Coretta Scott King Classic thrillers

The second Coretta Scott King Classic featured two comebacks. The first one resulted in victory, with No. 12 Ohio State erasing an early 10-point deficit to outlast No.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / January 19

Three things Ohio State must do to return to the National Championship next season

In what many expected to be a back-to-back title run, Ohio State will watch the National Championship from home this season. If the Buckeyes want to return to college football’s biggest stage next season, there are three key areas they must address.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / January 19

Watch: Ohio State vs. TCU | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Women's Basketball | 01/19/2026

Ohio State Buckeyes News / SwimSwam / January 19

Michigan Women, Ohio State Men Split Rivalry Dual, Mila Nikanrorov Clocks OSU 1000 Free Record

By Terin Frodyma on SwimSwam January 17, 2026 McCorkle Aquatic Pavilion, Columbus, OH SCY (25 yards) Results Final Scores Women: Michigan 162, Ohio State

Carnell Tate News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / January 19

Three Ohio State players key to Buckeyes' national championship push in 2026

The Ohio State Buckeyes need to bounce back in 2026. After falling to the Indiana Hoosiers in the Big Ten championship and then to the Miami Hurricanes in the second round of the College Football Playoffs, the Buckeyes are well aware that things need to be changed heading into the offseason.

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.

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

Ohio State football lands former Michigan player in the transfer portal who once committed to the Wolverines while inside of Ohio Stadium

Back on Nov. 26, 2022, the Ohio State Buckeyes lost to the Michigan Wolverines by a score of 45-23. On that day, Michigan received a key commitment from a player inside of Ohio Stadium that day. Flash forward over three years later and that player is now set to play for the Buckeyes.

Ryan Day News / Athlon Sports / January 15

Ohio State, Ryan Day Fill Key Roster Hole With Transfer Portal Addition

For weeks, the Ohio State Buckeyes knew they would need to make an offseason move to fix a glaring concern around their roster for the 2026 season. With

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