Ohio State Buckeyes: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Viral Sports News / August 23

Nick Saban Opens Up About Being Fired by Ohio State

Nick Saban, the seven-time national championship coach now serving as a college football analyst, reflected Friday on the only time he was fired in his career, taking full responsibility for his dismissal as defensive backs coach at Ohio State more than four decades ago.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / August 23

What Ohio State Football’s Preseason Means for Buckeyes Transfer Portal Future

The preseason is winding down for Ohio State football, which has allowed the program to assess where it is headed in several areas ahead of the 2026 season.

NBA Groupie Brittany Renner Reveals She’s Set Her Sights On Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith As She Targets Young NIL Millionaires

Brittany Renner has built a public platform around candid takes on relationships and money. Her latest comments took that combination somewhere new. The 34-year-old Instagram model isn’t a stranger to speaking directly about dating dynamics involving athletes.

Quincy Porter News / A to Z Sports / August 22

Ohio State transfer now at another national championship contender is already off to an unfortunate start for 2026 season

Former Ohio State wideout Quincy Porter looks to be starting the 2026 season on the shelf at his new home. Ohio State football saw more than 30 players

Ohio State Buckeyes News / 5 GOATs / August 22

Jesse Mendez on RAF 12 match vs. Vladimer Khinchegashvili: ‘Full circle’

Jesse Mendez will take on Vladimer Khinchegashvili at RAF 12 in Cleveland Saturday night. The former Ohio State Buckeye star and two-time NCAA champion called it a full circle moment.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / August 22

Caleb Downs puts Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith in rare company

In case there were any doubts that Jeremiah Smith will seamlessly transition to the NFL, worry no more.

Notre Dame predicted to win the national championship

Court ruling opens bizarre path for NFL players to return to college football

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

Ohio State Buckeyes News / EssentiallySports / August 21

'They Was on Me': Jeremiah Smith Reveals OSU Coach Forced Him to Change Under Strict Rules

When it comes to the Michigan and Ohio State rivalry, both teams leave no stone unturned. One intriguing and hilarious incident involves Buckeyes star wide receiver, Jeremiah Smith.

Ryan Day News / EssentiallySports / August 21

Veteran OSU Athlete Makes Scary Admission on Ryan Day’s Roster: 'Night and Day'

At Ohio State, the expectations are always sky-high, and for Ryan Day, the pressure has reached another level. With a roster loaded with talent and championship expectations, one startling admission about the offensive line is raising eyebrows across Columbus.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Athlon Sports / August 21

Big Ten Network Celebrates Archie Griffin's 72nd Birthday With Special Tribute

Archie Griffin remains one of the most recognizable names in college football history, and the Big Ten Network made sure to celebrate the Ohio State legend on his 72nd birthday Friday.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / August 21

Ohio State football leader’s comment on one Buckeye freshman is all you’ll need to hear to know how good he’ll be

Ohio State Buckeyes CB Jermaine Mathews Jr.’s comment on an Ohio State freshman all but tells how good he’s going to be in Columbus. The Ohio State Buckeyes are facing an unusual situation at wide receiver in 2026.

Carnell Tate News / EssentiallySports / August 20

Ohio State Freshman Lands Spot on Major Polynesian Award Watch List

Helaman Casuga beat Chris Henry Jr. to last year’s Polynesian High School Football Player of the Year Award, but Henry did not let the disappointment define the experience.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / August 20

College Football Insider Suggests Ohio State As Playoff ‘Lock’ No Matter What

The Ohio State Buckeyes are no longer the Big Ten's burden. Since the Big Ten exapanded three years ago, other emerging powerhouses, including the defending national champion Indiana Hoosiers and CFP-crazed Oregon Ducks, have proven that the Big Ten isn't just an Ohio State, then everyone else, league.

Carnell Tate News / A to Z Sports / August 20

3 players I’m putting on breakout watch that could change Ohio State football’s season

Ohio State football has a trio of players that I’ll be watching to potentially breakout and be game changers. Ohio State football has been back on the practice field for a couple of weeks now in fall camp, and the Buckeyes held their first scrimmage over the weekend.

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

3 Most Important Games on Ohio State Basketball’s Non-Conference Schedule

Ohio State’s full non-conference schedule has been announced, complete with five high-major opponents. Before the season opener on Nov. 2 against BYU, the Buckeyes will play two exhibition games—Cincinnati at the Lindner Family Tennis Center on Oct.

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

2 Transfers Who Look Poised to Disappoint Ohio State Fans in 2026

Ohio State made significant additions to its roster this offseason by bringing in several players from the transfer portal. With so many new faces on the Buckeyes, a few of them may not get the opportunity to showcase their talents.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / August 19

Ohio State has been the most talented Big Ten football program of the decade

Talent-wise, you'd be hard-pressed to find a Big Ten program that has boasted more superstars, though. In fact, in a recent All-Decade team published by Diare Carragher of PFF, the Buckeyes were extremely well represented.

Marvin Harrison Jr. pumping up younger brother and Ohio State commit Jett

How many teams in 2026 preseason Associated Press Top 25 Poll have rosters worth $40M or more?

Three college football coaches who could contend for NFL jobs in 2027

Weekly Syllabus: AP preseason top 25 poll, QB competitions head into home stretch

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

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

Get To Know All 7 Ohio State Basketball Prospects in the Class of 2027

With Ohio State’s basketball season not starting until November 2 against the BYU Cougars, head coach Jake Diebler is already looking ahead. With no verbal commitments in the 2027 class, Diebler and his coaching staff will begin hosting several 2027 prospects.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / August 18

Predicting Roles for Ohio State’s 5 Standout Freshmen Players This Season

Bringing in the No. 4 overall class in 2026, Buckeye fans knew there was some stellar talent being loaded onto the roster for this season. What they probably didn’t know was that some of these freshmen can make an instant impact for Ohio State this season.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / August 18

Marvin Harrison Jr. pumping up younger brother and Ohio State commit Jett

There's a world in which Jett Harrison, the youngest Harrison, is better than both his older brother and perhaps even better than his Hall of Fame dad.

Ohio State, Ryan Day get good news before 2026 season

Ohio State No. 1, Oregon No. 2 in preseason AP Top 25 poll

Texas LB Rasheem Biles holding a grudge toward the Ohio State Buckeyes

The 'Most 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / August 17

Ohio State, Ryan Day get good news before 2026 season

The Ohio State Buckeyes are going into the new college football season with the kind of expectation that comes with being ranked No. 1 before playing a single game.

Ohio State No. 1, Oregon No. 2 in preseason AP Top 25 poll

Texas LB Rasheem Biles holding a grudge toward the Ohio State Buckeyes

Michigan playing with fire with nonchalant approach to Ohio State rivalry

The 'College football color teams' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / August 15

College Football Playoff has created dangerous excuse for contenders

The expanded College Football Playoff has made the regular season more forgiving, which was one of the strongest arguments for moving beyond four teams.

Ranking the 10 greatest rivalries in college football

Lane Kiffin creates unnecessary drama over Jayden Daniels jersey snafu

Georgia DC shares reason Bulldogs’ pass rush can return to elite form

The 'College football color teams' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / August 11

Michigan playing with fire with nonchalant approach to Ohio State rivalry

Underselling the importance of The Game doesn't seem like the correct move.

Bryce Underwood has surprising description of Kyle Whittingham

Whittingham faces immediate pressure to return Michigan to the Big Ten elite

Quarterback competitions to watch in the Big Ten ahead of 2026 season

Curt Cignetti, Trinidad Chambliss and CFB's 'rags to riches' stories in 2026

Anonymous coach believes Lane Kiffin gets too much credit for Chambliss

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / August 10

Why Ohio State has more to lose than any other team in college football

Ohio State enters the 2026 college football season ranked No. 1 in the coaches' poll, loaded with future NFL players and still irritated by the way last season ended.

Seven FCS football teams to watch in 2026

Three most overrated college football teams in preseason coaches' poll

Kirby Smart has a clear message about Georgia’s wide receiver room

The 'College football color teams' quiz