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Concerning reality is here for the end of Brian Hartline’s tenure in Columbus with the Ohio State Buckeyes

Concerning reality is here for the end of Brian Hartline’s tenure in Columbus with the Ohio State Buckeyes

The Ohio State Buckeyes put together two drives of at least 12 plays while trailing Indiana 13–10, hoping to rally for a win. Both drives covered at least 70 yards, yet the Buckeyes came away with zero points.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / December 8
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / December 8
Examining Ohio State Buckeyes' grueling path to defending their national title

Examining Ohio State Buckeyes' grueling path to defending their national title

Now with that disappointing Big Ten Championship loss to the Indiana Hoosiers in the rearview mirror, the Ohio State Buckeyes shift their focus to the College Football Playoff.

Ryan Day News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / December 8
Ryan Day reveals who called Ohio State’s offense vs. Indiana and through the playoffs

Ryan Day reveals who called Ohio State’s offense vs. Indiana and through the playoffs

Ohio State’s offensive struggles cost the Buckeyes the Big Ten Championship, and Ryan Day confirmed offensive coordinator Brian Hartline was at the helm — even after accepting the head coaching job at South Florida last week.

College Football News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / December 7
Ohio State's journey to the national championship could end with a colossal rematch

Ohio State's journey to the national championship could end with a colossal rematch

The final College Football Playoff rankings were announced Sunday morning, and with Ohio State landing the No. 2 seed, the Buckeyes have a chance to redeem themselves.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / December 7
Brandon Inniss News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / December 7
Brandon Inniss owns Ohio State’s Big Ten championship loss as the offense’s fault

Brandon Inniss owns Ohio State’s Big Ten championship loss as the offense’s fault

When the top two defensive teams in the country clash for the Big Ten title, it comes down to one thing: offense. In Indiana’s 13–10 performance, finding any offensive rhythm was virtually impossible for either team — but it was the Buckeyes who ultimately came up short.

College Football Playoff bracket gives the Ohio State Buckeyes their road to repeating following loss to Indiana Hoosiers

College Football Playoff bracket gives the Ohio State Buckeyes their road to repeating following loss to Indiana Hoosiers

The Ohio State Buckeyes suffered their first loss of the season against the Indiana Hoosiers, and as a result, they lost not only the conference championship but also the No.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / December 7
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / December 7
Three key takeaways from Ohio State's stunning loss in the Big Ten championship

Three key takeaways from Ohio State's stunning loss in the Big Ten championship

The Buckeyes competed in the Big Ten championship for the first time since 2020, but could not capitalize against the new top seed in the College Football Playoffs.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / December 7
Ryan Day reflects on Ohio State's Big Ten setback against Indiana

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.

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College Football News / Yardbarker / December 7
Dave Portnoy questions Ohio State's toughness in fiery message

Dave Portnoy questions Ohio State's toughness in fiery message

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy recorded a video Saturday night that started as a defense of Michigan's 9-3 season and turned into a full attack on Ohio State.

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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.

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College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / December 7
Ohio State kicker muffs game-tying field goal late vs. Indiana

Ohio State kicker muffs game-tying field goal late vs. Indiana

Ohio State saw its Big 10 Championship hopes veer wide left of the goalposts Saturday against Indiana at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind. The No.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / December 7
Ohio State burned by crucial overturned call against Indiana

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.

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Tennessee Football: National recruiting analyst details another twist in Legend Bey's recruitment

Tennessee Football: National recruiting analyst details another twist in Legend Bey's recruitment

2026 four-star athlete Legend Bey signed with the Tennessee Vols earlier this week, but he reportedly preferred to sign with the Ohio State Buckeyes. Bey, who was committed to Tennessee for three months before flipping to Ohio State in November, was reportedly pressured into signing with Tennessee instead of Ohio State.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / December 5
Big Ten Title loss could have serious consequences for Ohio State

Big Ten Title loss could have serious consequences for Ohio State

Ohio State is looking to win its first Big Ten title since 2020 on Saturday night when the Buckeyes take on Indiana. Typically, when Ohio State competed

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / December 5
Wild Ohio State recruiting saga ends with Buckeyes landing their top target

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

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

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

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.

Brian Hartline News / Last Word On Sports / December 4
One Major Piece of the 2026 Ohio State Recruiting Class Remains

One Major Piece of the 2026 Ohio State Recruiting Class Remains

Brian Hartline finally has an opportunity to be a head coach. The long-time Ohio State wide receivers coach and current co-Offensive Coordinator was recently hired to take over the South Florida program.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 4
Ohio State Announces Julian Sayin News Amid College Football Season

Ohio State Announces Julian Sayin News Amid College Football Season

Julian Sayin has taken over as one of the best quarterbacks in college football. Sayin is currently in his first season as the starting quarterback of the Ohio State Buckeyes, playing under head coach Ryan Day.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / CFB-HQ on SI / December 4
Ohio State vs. Indiana, Big Ten Championship prediction by ESPN football computer

Ohio State vs. Indiana, Big Ten Championship prediction by ESPN football computer

It’s not often you see the No. 1 and No. 2 team on the same field in college football, but Ohio State and Indiana will be such an occasion as the last two undefeated teams square off for the Big Ten championship on Saturday.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / December 4
Indiana football bold predictions for Big Ten Championship Game vs. Ohio State

Indiana football bold predictions for Big Ten Championship Game vs. Ohio State

It is the Big Ten Championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. A perfect season will be ruined for either Indiana or Ohio State in this contest, as the winner likely takes the top seed in the College Football Playoffs.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Athlon Sports / December 3
Jeremiah Smith Sends Clear Message as Ohio State Commit Hesitates

Jeremiah Smith Sends Clear Message as Ohio State Commit Hesitates

National Signing Day began on Wednesday with plenty of rumors flying. Top quarterback Jared Curtis flipped his commitment from the Georgia Bulldogs to the Vanderbilt Commodores in a massive decision.

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