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On YouTubeIt’s Time to Recognize Generational Talent: Jeremiah Smith May Be the Greatest College Receiver We’ve Ever Seen 
At some point, hype stops being hype. When a player keeps doing things that freshmen aren’t supposed to do, sophomores aren’t supposed to do and, frankly, almost nobody in the history of college football has done, we have to stop talking about what he might become and recognize what is happening right in front of us.
College Football News / The Forkball / September 28
Ohio State wins the Battle for Illibuck
The Ohio State Buckeyes found their offense in the passing game against Illinois! The Buckeyes found a simple formula on offense in their victory over Illinois in the Battle for Illibuck.
College Football News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / September 19
Jeremiah Smith’s Record Only Tells Part of his Ohio State Story
Jeremiah Smith needed only 33 games to become Ohio State’s career leader in receiving yards. That achievement alone places him above an extraordinary collection of Buckeyes receivers.
The 'FBS animal nicknames' quiz
How many of the FBS college football teams with an animal nickname can you name?
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / September 17
Ohio State Needs to Get Brandon Inniss More Involved in Its Offense
After a devastating loss to Texas, one thing is clear for Ohio State: The Buckeyes need more production from receivers outside of Jeremiah Smith. That starts with two-time captain and Block "O" recipient Brandon Inniss.
25 most intriguing storylines to follow for the 2026 college football season
College football has historically been known as a sport that caters to the elite. It is very difficult to win a national championship if you aren't Notre Dame, Alabama, Ohio State, or a host of other schools that have great programs that invest heavily in keeping them at the top.
College Football News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / September 10
3 Ohio State Position Groups That Must Dominate Against Texas
In what might be the highest anticipated early matchups of the college football season, Ohio State will travel to Texas this Saturday looking for a sweep of the home-and-home series they have had for 2025 and 2026.
College Football News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / September 8
What Ryan Day’s Comments Tell Us About Ohio State’s Week 2 Showdown Against Texas
No. 1 Ohio State will head to No. 4 Texas after a dominant 56-3 Week 1 win over Ball State. Texas is coming off a 59-7 win of its own over Texas State.
College Football News / EssentiallySports / September 4
$168M Ohio State Great Reveals SEC School Nearly Stole Him From Ryan Day & Co.
Ryan Day and his staff nearly lost the first Buckeye to win AP Offensive Player of the Year and a Super Bowl in the same season. Jaxon Smith-Njigba once had his eyes locked on Texas programs before Ohio State head coach Brian Hartline and the rest of the staff swooped in.
College Football News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / September 4
2 Players Who Will Change Everything for Ohio State in 2026
Ohio State football is firing up the regular season on Aug. 5th against Ball State. The team has a legacy of recruiting talented players to fill key roles. Hartline’s capability of identifying talent to help the Buckeyes push deep into a CFP run has been tested, tried, and proven true.
College Football News / EasySportz / September 2
Is Ohio State the Most Overrated Team in the Country?
Ohio State is the No. 1 team in the country. But should they be? There’s obviously still an incredible amount of talent in Columbus. Julian Sayin, Jeremiah Smith and Bo Jackson return to an offense that should be one of the best in college football.
College Football 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.
Ranking all the new FBS head coaches for the 2026 season
Coaching changes happen every year, but they don't all happen the same way. We have had some wild offseason coaching moves in recent seasons, and 2025-2026 wasn't any different.
College Football 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.
College Football News / Athlon Sports / August 13
Ohio State Football: 5 Bold Predictions for the Buckeyes in 2026
Last season, Ohio State rattled off 12 straight regular-season wins and appeared poised for back-to-back national titles. But after a befuddling Big Ten Championship game loss to eventual national champs Indiana and a stunning loss to Miami in the CFP Quarterfinals, big changes were in order.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / August 6
Ohio State Football Freshman Most Likely to Surprise Everyone This Season
This year’s Ohio State side has talent in abundance, with a number of returning players and a healthy mix of eager freshmen, led by wide receiver Chris Henry Jr.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / August 2
Which Ohio State Players Are Living up to Their NIL Expectations?
Ohio State, like many of the top schools in college football, benefits from having a big-name image and likeness budget. Usually, the Buckeyes can land the top players in the country with their NIL resources, and here are a few players who are living up to their NIL expectations.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / May 25
Carnell Tate already showing why taking WR with pick No. 4 in 2026 NFL Draft was 'easy decision' for Titans
Tennessee selected Ohio State Buckeyes star Tate with pick No. 4 to be QB Cam Ward's No. 1 pass-catcher.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / May 4
Titans OC Brian Daboll sends warning to Carnell Tate after controversial draft selection
First-year Titans offensive coordinator Brian Daboll sent somewhat of a warning to Tate regarding what is expected of the promising prospect this spring.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 29
NFL executives blast Titans for drafting Carnell Tate over Arvell Reese
The Tennessee Titans surprised many members of the football community when they made Ohio State wide receiver Carnell Tate the fourth overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Athlon Sports / April 22
Carnell Tate Announces Career News Before 2026 NFL Draft
Wide receiver Carnell Tate is viewed as one of the top prospects in the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft. ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. lists the Ohio State product as the No.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 21
NFL Draft 2026: True-or-false predictions for David Bailey, Ty Simpson, Jeremiyah Love and Round 1
The long wait for the NFL Draft is almost over. The first round is Thursday, followed by Rounds 2-3 on Friday and Rounds 4-7 on Saturday. Before the NFL world turns its attention to Pittsburgh for this year's event, here's a preview of Round 1 in true/false form.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 20
Giants reportedly could ignore this position in first round of 2026 NFL Draft
The Giants now possess overall picks No. 5 and No. 10 in the 2026 NFL Draft after they traded defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II to the Cincinnati Bengals this past weekend.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / April 19
Only one team makes sense for Carnell Tate
Tate's ability to dominate in contested-catch situations is second to none in this class, and so are his reliable hands.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 8
NFL Draft intel: Carnell Tate's stock soaring, David Bailey-Arvell Reese debate, Sonny Styles-Fred Warner comps
Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh.
College Football News / Yardbarker / March 31
Ohio State positioned for NFL Draft feat not seen since 1967
How many Ohio State Buckeyes will hear their name called during the 2026 NFL Draft (scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh)? Better yet, how many will go in the top 10?
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / March 25
Ohio State WR Carnell Tate says the 40-yard dash is 'overvalued,' but do stats back up his claim?
Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Carnell Tate says the 40-yard dash carries too much weight, but do the numbers support his claim?
College Football News / Yardbarker / March 18
NFL Draft intel: Miami’s Jaylen Waddle replacement, Fernando Mendoza’s big issue, Jets’ dilemma
Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh.
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / March 4
Adam Schefter fires back over erroneous Mike Florio claim regarding Carnell Tate 40-yard dash
It's that time of year again in the NFL. We're not talking about draft or free agency buzz, but rather what's becoming a tradition of league insiders going at each other's necks.
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