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Ohio State Buckeyes, Ryan Day Miss Out On Elite 2027 Target To Michigan

As the 2025 college football season quickly approaches, the recruiting trail for the Ohio State Buckeyes and head coach Ryan Day continues to heat up. And while the program is slowly building another top-10 class in the 2026 cycle, the Buckeyes were unable to kick off the month of August with a commitment in the 2027 class this week.

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Coaches Poll top 25: Texas, Ohio State lead preseason college football rankings

A major moment on the preseason calendar has arrived as the Coaches Poll top 25 preseason college football rankings have been voted on and revealed with less than a month to go before a historic 2025 kickoff heading into the second year of the expanded playoff.

Julian Sayin News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / August 4

Ohio State QB Julian Sayin Sends Clear Message About Jeremiah Smith

If Julian Sayin wins the Ohio State quarterback competition, he'll have the chance to throw to arguably not just the best wide receiver in college football, but the best overall player.

Zak Herbstreit News / The Spun / August 4

Kirk Herbstreit's Son Lands Analyst Job For 2025 College Football Season

Zak Herbstreit, the son of ESPN's Kirk Herbstreit, has landed an analyst role for the upcoming college football season. Just a year ago, Herbstreit's son was getting ready to play tight end at Ohio State.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / August 4

Former Ohio State Buckeyes Star Receives Critical Contract Update

Former Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Terry McLaurin is at odds with the Washington Commanders over his lack of a contract extension, and it has resulted in McLaurin asking for a trade.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / August 4

Ohio State Buckeyes took a tough loss over the weekend off of the football field to a major SEC program

Recruiting for the class of 2026 has been up and down for the Ohio State Buckeyes. They’re once again on track to finish with a top-10 class when all is said and done, but it might not be quite where they hoped to land.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Land-Grant Holy Land / August 4

Eddrick Houston returned to practice over the weekend after injury last week

All the Buckeye news thats fit to re-print. Look, we get it. Your days are busy and you don’t have time to read all of the stories and tweets from the three dozen websites dedicated to covering Ohio State athletics, or the 237 Buckeye beat writers churning out hot takes and #content on a daily basis.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / August 4

Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith credits his early success in college football to something entirely out of his control

When you put up the numbers, the film, and the freshman season that Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith did, people are going to look for answers as to why and how.

Julian Sayin News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / August 3

Ohio State Insiders Keep Saying the Same Thing About Julian Sayin

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin is definitely the consensus favorite to win the starting job over Lincoln Kienholz heading into the 2025 college football season, but it definitely has not been easy for the former five-star prospect.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / August 3

SEC Powerhouse Beats Ohio State Football for Key 4-Star DL

The Ohio State Buckeyes are often in the mix for talented defensive linemen, and while they were a finalist for the 4-star Deuce Geralds, he has committed to Brian Kelly and LSU.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / August 2

Ohio State Buckeyes New DC Might Change Caleb Downs' Position

The Ohio State Buckeyes might be changing up the position of the best defensive player in college football. No one should fret, though, because it isn't going to be a permanent change, and defensive coordinator Matt Patricia didn't give much clarity on how often it will be used.

Ryan Day News / Land-Grant Holy Land / August 2

On the Record: If Ryan Day can’t beat Michigan this year, he’s seat’s gonna get hot again

Winning a national championship is more important than beating Michigan, but we need a coach who can do both. From now until preseason camp starts later this week, Land-Grant Holy Land will be writing articles around a different theme every week.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / August 2

Insider Drops Compelling Update on Ohio State's QB Competition

Following the Ohio State Buckeyes' national championship victory last season, everyone automatically assumed that Will Howard would be handing the reins to Julian Sayin as far as the starting quarterback job was concerned.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / August 1

Former Ohio State Buckeyes Star Named to Donald Trump’s Council

The Ohio State Buckeyes will have some more White House representation. As if Vice President J.D. Vance, who has a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and philosophy, wasn't enough, a former Ohio State star will now be on President Donald Trump's council.

Carnell Tate News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / August 1

Ohio State Buckeyes Make 'Iron Buckeyes' Announcement

Being a part of the 'Iron Buckeyes' group isn't something every player who comes through Columbus earns the honor of. However, the Ohio State Buckeyes earlier today announced who would be part of the leadership team.

Ohio State to face UConn in 2025-26 non-conference schedule

The Buckeyes head to Hartford to face the defending NCAA National Champions. The 2025-26 Ohio State women’s basketball schedule is slowly coming together, and now the Buckeyes have added the top team in the nation to their non-conference slate.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Land-Grant Holy Land / August 1

You’re Nuts: Who is Ohio State’s third guard on the depth chart?

Who will need to step up if Bruce Thornton or John Mobley are absent at any point? The Ohio State men’s basketball team is bringing back more production than nearly anybody in the Big Ten, except for maybe Purdue and UCLA.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / August 1

Greg McElroy Has Blunt Message for Jeremiah Smith Amid Heisman Buzz

Ohio State Buckeyes star wide receiver Jeremiah Smith lit up the 2024 college football season as a standout freshman. With 76 receptions, 1,315 yards and 15 touchdowns in 16 games, Smith shattered FBS freshman receiving records and became a key force behind Ohio State’s national championship run.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / August 1

Ohio State Buckeyes QB Julian Sayin is in Deep Trouble

Ohio State Buckeyes football is officially back, as they had their first practice of fall camp on Thursday. Attempting to repeat as national champions, Ohio State has plenty of questions to answer, and perhaps none are more pressing than what is going on with Julian Sayin.

Ryan Day News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / August 1

Ohio State Buckeyes' Ryan Day Drops Evasive Update on QB Battle

The Ohio State Buckeyes opened fall camp on Thursday, and while there are plenty of things to watch in practice, most everyone has zeroed in on the quarterback competition.

Carnell Tate News / Athlon Sports / July 31

Ohio State Dealt Concerning News After Injury in First Practice

The Ohio State Buckeyes will open the season with one of the most exciting matchups on Aug. 30 against the Texas Longhorns. Head coach Ryan Day and his team are keen to start with a win, and preparations began Thursday with the first practice session.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 31

NFL Draft intel: SEC QB may be a challenging evaluation for scouts

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / Athlon Sports / July 30

Ohio State Holding on as SEC Powerhouse Looks to Flip Highly Touted Recruit

It's clear that after coming off a national championship season, the Ohio State Buckeyes impressed a lot of recruits, as their 2026 class ranks No. 3 in the Big Ten and No.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Pro Football Rumors / July 29

Jimmy Haslam 'cautiously optimistic' that Quinshon Judkins will play for Browns after domestic violence arrest

The Browns have held off on signing the first-year player as they await clarity on his legal issues, but Browns owner Jimmy Haslam expressed optimism that Judkins will eventually suit up for his new squad.

Sherrone Moore News / Yardbarker / July 25

Michigan HC says team will do away with controversial celebration

Sherrone Moore says Michigan will do away with controversial celebration

Michigan and Ohio State are sure to play another spirited game on the gridiron this season, but it sounds like there will be no flag planting afterward regardless of the outcome.

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Ryan Day News / Yardbarker / July 22

Ryan Day's quote about defending national title goes viral

Ohio State is looking to win back-to-back national championships for the first time in program history, but Ryan Day does not feel that the Buckeyes are embarking on a title defense.

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