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Brian Hartline set to hire former Ohio State Buckeyes coach to his staff at South Florida in a major role

The Ohio State Buckeyes suffered a big loss a couple of weeks ago when offensive coordinator Brian Hartline decided to move on to his first head coaching job at South Florida. Hartline will remain with Ohio State through their College Football Playoff, and then it’s on to running his own program at USF.

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'I kind of blew it off' - The same challenge Jim Knowles blew off at Ohio State will be present at Tennessee

One of the biggest challenges of coaching at a big-time college football program is that no matter how successful you are, there are always going to be some fans who want you fired -- or at least have some complaints.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 16

Ohio State QB Julian Sayin Announces NIL News Before College Football Playoff

Julian Sayin is looking to lead the Ohio State Buckeyes to the national title alongside several other stars like wide receiver Jeremiah Smith. Ohio State heads into the College Football Playoff with one of the best rosters in the country, starring Sayin and Smith along with Carnell Tate, Caleb Downs and Arvell Reese.

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

The 2026 NFL Draft outlook for Ohio State safety Caleb Downs is a lot more heavily debated than most realize

The 2026 NFL Draft cycle is close to starting, and everyone is beginning to familiarize themselves with the top prospects. One prospect who will be one of the most widely recognized as a top player in the class is the uber-talented safety Caleb Downs from Ohio State.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / December 16

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College Football News / A to Z Sports / December 16

Ohio State Buckeyes are expected to begin the College Football Playoff without an injured starter on offense

The college football season is longer than ever and the Ohio State Buckeyes try to counter that with their pace of play on offense. Ohio State feels the fewer snaps they get off, the less wear and tear that their offense takes. If all goes to plan for the Buckeyes, they’ll play a 16-game season this year.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 15

Ohio State Announces Jeremiah Smith News Before College Football Playoff

Jeremiah Smith and the Ohio State Buckeyes are back in the College Football Playoff. Smith led the Buckeyes in receiving a season ago when they went all the way and won the national title.

Julian Sayin News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / December 15

Buckeyes' Jeremiah Smith, Julian Sayin got extra motivation in playoffs after snubs

The Ohio State Buckeyes might have gotten the respect within their own conference in the Big Ten, but the nation is sleeping on them. A mistake they will find out soon enough.

Carnell Tate News / A to Z Sports / December 15

Ohio State Buckeyes have multiple players who very well could be hitting the transfer portal soon including a quarterback

The Ohio State Buckeyes will soon have to navigate the transfer portal when it opens for two weeks in early January. With how the NCAA calendar is set

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Athlon Sports / December 14

College Football Playoff Shares Caleb Downs News Before Ohio State Game

The Ohio State Buckeyes are gearing up for another College Football Playoff run. They started the season 12-0 but lost their most recent contest in the Big Ten Championship Game to Indiana.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / December 14

Ryan Day sends huge Heisman expectations for Ohio State QB Julian Sayin next year

Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin has much to be proud of. His Buckeyes are the No. 2 seed in the College Football Playoff and he ended his first regular-season as a starter as a Heisman Trophy finalist with his only loss coming against Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza in the Big Ten title game.

Julian Sayin News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / December 13

Ohio State QB Julian Sayin loses Heisman Trophy race

Unfortunately for Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin, he went 0-for-2 against Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza in consecutive weeks. Saturday

Jayden Fielding News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / December 13

How two missed field goals are shaping Jayden Fielding's Ohio State legacy

Ohio State kicker Jayden Fielding has put together a statistically strong career. He’s made 80.4% of his field goals over three seasons and has missed just one extra point.

Makai Lemon News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / December 13

Why Jeremiah Smith's Biletnikoff Award snub could be positive for Ohio State

Jeremiah Smith is one of the top wide receivers in college football, yet he was unable to secure the Biletnikoff Award. The Biletnikoff Award is given to recognize the top wide receiver in college football, and this year, the honor has gone to Makai Lemon from USC.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / December 12

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Carnell Tate News / LWOSports.com / December 12

Ohio State’s Red Zone Woes and the Road to Redemption in the College Football Playoff

The Ohio State Buckeyes find themselves in a familiar yet precarious position as they prepare for the College Football Playoff (CFP). After a stellar 12-0

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Gridiron Heroics / December 9

CFB Analyst Explains 1 Issue for Ohio State Buckeyes Heading into College Football Playoff

The Ohio State Buckeyes are one of the top teams in college football as they enter the 2025 College Football Playoff as the defending champions and are the second seed.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Athlon Sports / December 9

Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith Announces Career News Before College Football Playoff

Jeremiah Smith is currently playing in his second season with the Ohio State Buckeyes. Smith committed to Ohio State as one of the top prospects in the program and backed up his rating, leading the Buckeyes to a national title during his freshman season.