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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.

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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 / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / January 18

What Ohio State's new defensive transfer portal additions mean for the Buckeyes

It’s not easy following up a defensive unit that led most major statistical categories in 2025, but with what was available in the portal, the Buckeyes reloaded.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 17

Former Ohio State football player lands with Big Ten rival in the transfer portal by way of an unexpected move

The transfer portal has been more active than ever in the past couple of weeks and the Ohio State Buckeyeshave seen plenty of turnover. Ohio State added 13 players via the portal and lost 31.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / January 17

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / January 17

Ohio State football lands another SEC defender in the transfer portal

The revamp of the Buckeye defense has hit some bumps in the road, while also finding some shortcuts on the way there. While losing most of their depth

Carnell Tate News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / January 16

Jeremiah Smith reveals he helped recruit Ohio State's top 2026 prospect

The recruitment of five-star wide receiver Chris Henry Jr. was a whirlwind for Ohio State down the stretch. After former offensive coordinator Brian Hartline

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / January 16

Ohio State adds new weapon from Florida in the transfer portal

Ohio State continues their hot streak in the transfer portal with another under the radar addition. The Buckeyes have found themselves in a precarious situation this offseason.

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.

Carnell Tate News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / January 15

Ohio State set to retain key talent after a number of underclassmen forego the NFL Draft

As is the case year after year, the Ohio State Buckeyes will lose a ton of talent to the NFL Draft. After all, Ohio State is only one of three schools to have surpassed the 500 total draftees in NFL Draft history with 501 -- 504 if you count supplemental drafts -- after last year’s school record tying 14.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / January 15

Ohio State grabs another former Alabama defender in the portal

The commits for Ohio State are starting to rack up in the portal. While the Buckeyes have not been able to totally replace the 30 players who opted to hop in the portal, they are starting to build a great foundation, along with adding a much-needed specialist.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / January 15

New Ohio State kicker Connor Hawkins is the missing piece for the Buckeyes

The Ohio State Buckeyes have done what many have asked them to do: get a new kicker. Following the conclusion of the 2025 college football campaign for the Buckeyes, the team's only two losses were examined with increasing frustration.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 15

Ohio State football landed the win Buckeye Nation has been waiting on from the transfer portal - and he’s set to start in Columbus

The Ohio State Buckeyes are quickly filling up in the transfer portal and have been plenty active since it opened at the beginning of January. On Friday, the portal will close but players will still be able to find new homes.

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

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / January 14