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Ohio State Buckeyes need to act on a major playmaker who just decided that he’s going to hit the transfer portal

The Ohio State Buckeyes like every other team will have to maneuver everything that comes with the transfer portal when it opens up in early January. Ohio State hopes to still be playing in the College Football Playoff when the portal opens up on Jan.

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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.

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

'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.

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

Four Ohio State players named All-America First Team, Sayin makes third team

The Associated Press have released their 101st All-America Team. Since 1925, the AP have named the 27 best players in the country and this season has Ohio State Buckeyes everywhere.

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.

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

Three key takeaways from Ohio State's double-overtime win over West Virginia

Ohio State’s 89-88 double-overtime win against West Virginia just offered an early glimpse of what this team is capable of. In the most exhilarating battle of the season, which lasted into the final seconds of the game, here’s what we learned about the Buckeyes.

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 / Big Ten Network / December 14

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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 / Yardbarker / December 7

Ryan Day reflects on Ohio State's Big Ten setback against Indiana

Ryan Day left Lucas Oil Stadium on Saturday night knowing his team just blown a chance at something they haven't done since 2020.

CFB Week 15 winners, losers: Indiana is nation's best team entering CFP

Wild Ohio State recruiting saga ends with Buckeyes landing their top target

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Fernando Mendoza News / Larry Brown Sports / December 8

Indiana's Mendoza had amazing quote after beating Ohio State

Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza had amazing quote after beating Ohio State

The No. 2 Hoosiers beat the No. 1 Buckeyes, 13-10, to be named Big Ten champions.

Indiana establishes itself as team to beat in CFP with Big Ten championship

Fernando Mendoza would look awfully good in Silver and Black

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The 'Big 10 football champions' quiz

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / December 7

Ohio State burned by crucial overturned call against Indiana

Ohio State had a critical play overturned late in Saturday’s Big 10 Championship Game against Indiana.

Indiana establishes itself as team to beat in CFP with Big Ten championship

CFB Week 15 winners, losers: Indiana is nation's best team entering CFP

Wild Ohio State recruiting saga ends with Buckeyes landing their top target

College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

The 'College football national championship coaches' quiz

Ryan Day News / Yardbarker / December 5

Wild Ohio State recruiting saga ends with Buckeyes landing their top target

For 48 hours, the sky was falling in Columbus, Ohio.

College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

WRU no more?: How Brian Hartline's departure impacts Ohio State's ability to produce elite pass-catchers

Biggest losers from 2026 college football recruiting early signing day: Penn State's freefall continues

Ohio State Buckeyes News / CFB-HQ on SI / December 5

Ohio State vs Indiana score prediction for Big Ten championship by expert football model

No. 1 vs. No. 2. Usually, that designation is reserved for a national championship game, but this year that honor goes to the Big Ten title bout as Ohio State and Indiana face off to determine who will be the last undefeated team in college football.

Ryan Day News / Yardbarker / December 3