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Ohio State continues their Big Ten push, Wright State owns the Horizon League, and Xavier and UC show why Cincy is a baseball town! OSU came into the week red hot and with tons of momentum.

Ohio Bobcats News / Larry Brown Sports / March 12

Previously unbeaten Miami (Ohio) suffers stunning upset

The last undefeated team in college basketball has suffered its first loss, and at the worst possible time. The Miami (Ohio) Redhawks entered the Mid-American Conference tournament with a perfect 31-0 record.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 7

Miami (Ohio) completes perfect regular season

Miami (Ohio) holds on for OT win, completes perfect regular season

It was not easy, but the No. 19 Miami (Ohio) RedHawks had themselves a historic Friday night.

UNC's Caleb Wilson undergoes season-ending thumb surgery

North Carolina may get huge addition for clash with No. 1 Duke

No. 16 Alabama stands in way of Auburn's late NCAA Tournament push

Little Rock fires coach Darrell Walker after eight seasons

Penn State HC defiant amid criticism: 'I got four years left on my contract'

Ohio Bobcats News / The Forkball / February 18

College Baseball in Ohio – February 16th, 2026 – Opening Weekend

Three teams from Ohio start the 2026 season with sweeps and 3-0 records! The Buckeyes got their season started against an opponent from the Atlantic 10.

Ohio Bobcats News / The Spun / December 26

Ohio Names New Coach After Brian Smith Fired For Alleged Affair

The Michigan Wolverines aren't the only football program dealing with a head coaching scandal. Ohio University (not to be confused with Ohio State) fired head coach Brian Smith earlier this month and have had to scramble for a permanent replacement.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 23

UNLV vs. Ohio Prediction: Frisco Bowl Preview

A tripleheader of bowl games for college football’s 2025-26 postseason concludes on Tuesday night with UNLV and Ohio meeting in the Frisco Bowl. With the over/under hovering around 60, this could be one of the highest-scoring bowl games this postseason.

College Football News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / December 23

UNLV Rebels vs. Ohio Bobcats Preview, Prediction & Odds | Frisco Bowl – Dec 23

The Scooter’s Coffee Frisco Bowl is setting the stage for a rare clash between the UNLV Rebels and the Ohio Bobcats this Tuesday night in Texas. While these two programs have only crossed paths once before, way back in 1988, both squads are looking to put an exclamation point on strong seasons.

Ohio Bobcats News / Ball Exclusives / December 18

Ohio HC Brian Smith fired for romantic relationship with undergrad student

Ohio University has fired head coach Brian Smith for cause after one season, according to an official announcement Wednesday. The school accuses Smith

Ohio fires head coach Brian Smith for 'serious' misconduct

Another college football coach has been fired for conduct that his university deemed unacceptable.

Chargers' Jim Harbaugh opens up about the Sherrone Moore situation

New allegations emerge against Moore

Michigan interim head coach reveals players' reaction to Moore scandal

Kalen DeBoer makes important announcement amid Michigan rumors

Floated Michigan head-coaching target Kenny Dillingham responds to buzz

Ohio Bobcats News / Total Apex Sports / December 17

Brian Smith Fired By Ohio University Following Misconduct Allegations

The college football coaching carousel just took a wild, unexpected spin in Athens, Ohio. Just days before the Bobcats are set to strap on the pads for the Scooter’s Coffee Frisco Bowl, Ohio University decided to cut ties with Head Coach Brian Smith.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 20

Getting to know Florida interim head coach Billy Gonzales

Billy Napier is no longer the head coach of the Florida Gators.

Reports: Florida fires coach Billy Napier

Five candidates to replace Billy Napier as Florida's next HC

Florida QB DJ Lagway not wavering after firing of coach

The 25 greatest players in Florida football history

The 'NCAA men's basketball champion head coaches since 2000' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 12

Ohio State-Ohio is a mascot matchup 15 years in the making

For the first time in 15 years, the Ohio State Buckeyes will square off against the Ohio Bobcats.

Kirk Herbstreit says top-15 SEC showdown is 'litmus test' for both teams

Heisman Watch: Surprising long shots transforming into contenders for coveted award

Five takeaways from CFB Week 2: OU is back, Oregon is dangerous and Billy Napier is feeling the heat

The 20 biggest college football season-opening upsets of all time

The 'College football national championship coaches' quiz

College Football News / Field Level Media / August 28

Athan Kaliakmani has all-around performance in Rutgers' opening win over Ohio

Athan Kaliakmanis threw a pair of touchdown passes as Rutgers nipped visiting Ohio, 34-31, on Thursday in both teams' season opener in Piscataway, N.J.

College Football News / Action Network / May 9, 2025

Ohio Online Casino Legislation Gains Momentum with New iGaming Bill

The debate over online casinos in Ohio is intensifying following the introduction of a new bill to legalize online gaming in the state. Rep. Brian Stewart, chair of the House Finance Committee, is leading the effort with House Bill 96.

AJ Brown News / Yardbarker / April 24, 2025

Florida lands commitment from Ohio transfer guard AJ Brown

The national champions have made an addition through the transfer portal.

Rick Pitino starts early recruitment, rebuilding St. John’s roster through the transfer portal

A'ja Wilson shares what she admires about Paige Bueckers' game

All-time college basketball icon announces his retirement

The 25 greatest NCAA men's and women's tournament coaches

The 'NCAA men's basketball champion head coaches since 2000' quiz

Ohio Bobcats News / G5 Football on SI / February 23, 2025

RECRUITING: Ohio Bobcats Land 3-Star QB Levi Davis for 2026

Brian Smith's Ohio Bobcats received their first commitment of the 2026 class this week in the form of quarterback Levi Davis. The central Ohio prospect announced his intention to join the Bobcats via X with a short statement: "I'm excited to announce that I will be continuing academic and athletic career at Ohio University!

Ohio Bobcats News / G5 Football on SI / January 27, 2025

RECRUITING: Ohio Bobcats Lands 3-Star SoCal QB Hype Grand

The Ohio Bobcats added to their 2025 recruiting class on Sunday evening by securing the commitment of quarterback Hype Grand. The Pasadena, California product announced his commitment to the Mid-American Conference champions via X with the caption "Athens, I'm home!" Grand is rated as a three-star prospect by 247Sports wiht a player rating of 82.

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 20, 2024

Watch: Ohio defender snags crazy INT with one hand fully wrapped in a cast

Leake's interception, his first and only of the season, wound up being a key play.

Parker Navarro leads Ohio past Jacksonville State in Cure Bowl

Ohio LB Shay Taylor ejected for cheap shot that ignited Cure Bowl fight

The 25 best rivalries in college football

Kurtis Rourke News / Yardbarker / September 17, 2024

Unexpected Big Ten team is a dark-horse CFP contender

Unexpected Big Ten team is a dark-horse College Football Playoff contender

The Indiana Hoosiers could shake up the College Football Playoff this season. On Saturday, Indiana improved to 5-0 under first-year head coach Curt Cignetti for the first time since 1967.

Knee-jerk reactions: Alabama throws wrench in playoffs, Ohio State passes test

Crimson Tide are back in a familiar spot sitting atop AP Top 25 poll

Super sophomore is setting the tone for USC's improved defense

Oklahoma State, other teams are not fully out of Big 12 title race

California to host 'College GameDay' for first time in history

Two non-QBs among 10 betting favorites to win Heisman Trophy

Ohio Bobcats News / G5 Football on SI / January 8, 2024

MAC Football: Longtime Ohio Bobcats Coach Frank Solich Elected To College Football Hall of Fame

The 2024 College Football Hall of Fame class was announced on Monday afternoon with a prominent former MAC coach included. Frank Solich, who was Ohio's head coach from 2005 to 2020, will be enshrined in the CFB Hall in Atlanta this later this year.

Watch: Ohio completes jump-pass TD to take commanding first-half lead in Myrtle Beach Bowl

Ohio quarterback Parker Navarro and running back Rickey Hunt are making the most of their time on the big stage.

The top FBS programs never to win a recognized national title

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 16, 2023

Watch: Blunder on FG call costs Iowa State in loss to Ohio

Iowa State fell to Ohio, 10-7, on Saturday in a matchup marred by a mistake by officials that potentially cost the Cyclones a chance at earning a win.

Ohio rides stingy defense to win over Iowa State

Brock Purdy wears Iowa mascot head after losing bet to George Kittle

The 25 best rivalries in college football