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Ohio State Buckeyes 2026 Target Announces Commitment Date

After a monstrous recruiting run in the mouth of April for Ohio State Buckeyes' head coach Ryan Day, the program was unable to continue the momentum in May.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / May 27

Ohio State Buckeyes are battling Penn State, amongst other major college college football programs in a key recruitment

The Ohio State Buckeyes currently have 13 commitments in their 2026 recruiting class, which is ranked No. 3 in the country, according to 247Sports. Ohio State’s class has gained serious momentum over the past two months, and the next month is shaping up to be just as important.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / May 27

Ohio State's three most important stars entering 2025 honored in fitting way after historic National Championship run

The Ohio State Buckeyes will be the most well-represented program in the country in EA Sports College Football 26. On Tuesday, CFB 26 revealed its standard edition cover and deluxe edition cover of this year's iteration.

College Football News / Yardbarker / May 27

College Football 26 cover stars put NFL Draft rules in spotlight

EA Sports College Football 26 cover athletes Jeremiah Smith and Ryan Williams are already among college football's best and most popular stars.

Cover release for College Football 26 shows one big change coming to game

Kirby Smart reveals what he thinks is biggest issue in college football

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / Athlon Sports / May 27

Ohio State's Top 2025 Recruit Puts College Football World on Notice With Latest Message

The Ohio State Buckeyes' 2024-25 national championship brought glory to the Big Ten Conference as coach Ryan Day's team captured the league's second straight national title. The Buckeyes are looking to reload with one of the nation's top recruiting classes in 2025, led by the most highly-ranked prospect in their 2025 haul, quarterback Tavien St.

Jeremiah Smith’s Immediate Reaction To EA Sports College Football 26 Announcement

Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith has officially been revealed as one of the cover athletes for EA Sports College Football 26. The sophomore star will appear alongside Alabama wideout Ryan Williams on the cover of the second installment of the franchise’s rebooted series.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / The Spun / May 27

Ohio State Football Reacts To Jeremiah Smith's EA Sports Cover

After returning for the first time in nearly decade last summer, it's time once again to get ready for EA Sports' beloved "College Football" title. Last year's game was the best-selling U.S.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / May 27

Ohio State is Quietly Developing a Glaring Recruiting Problem

Remember when the Ohio State Buckeyes were being harshly criticized for their inability to land top offensive line recruits? Well, now, things have flipped a bit.

Carnell Tate News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / May 27

Ohio State Football Transfer Cracks List of Underrated College Playmakers

The Ohio State Buckeyes have found success in the transfer portal. Last offseason, they were able to bring in star safety Caleb Downs along with starting quarterback Will Howard, both of which had an immensely positive impact on their roster.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Land-Grant Holy Land / May 27

Ohio State preparing for official visit season to get underway

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.

Terry McLaurin News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / May 27

Former Ohio State Star Could Force NFL Team to 'Open Checkbook'

Former Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Terry McLaurin has certainly forged one heck of an NFL career, having posted five straight 1,000-yard campaigns with the Washington Commanders.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Land-Grant Holy Land / May 27

Five-star Oregon edge commit schedules Ohio State official visit

Ohio State was also named a top school for a 2026 four-star OT. While the Ohio State coaches and players were spending time with family and loved ones on Memorial Day, the Buckeyes also found themselves in the middle of the college football recruiting headlines.

Quinshon Judkins News / Gridiron Heroics / May 27

Cleveland Browns: Quinshon Judkins’ Honest Take on Draft Class Amid Attention on Shedeur Sanders

In large part because of quarterback Shedeur Sanders, the Cleveland Browns have become a very intriguing team to follow in the offseason. Sanders has been

Quinshon Judkins News / Gridiron Heroics / May 27

Cleveland Browns: Exciting Rookie’s Promise Will Heighten Fans’ Expectations

The Cleveland Browns have seemingly moved on from Nick Chubb, but they have a new running back who gives them hope in their ground attack. The Browns took former Ohio State Buckeyes star tailback Quinshon Judkins in the second round of the 2025 NFL draft, and he carries with him considerable promise, given his college football resume.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / May 26

Two Ohio State Buckeyes Receiving New Major Hype Before 2025 Season

The Ohio State Buckeyes, despite losing a slew of talent in the 2025 NFL Draft, are still on the radar for many to compete for a National Championship next season.

Ryan Day News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / May 26

Ohio State Buckeyes, Ryan Day Make Final 6 for 4-Star Recruiting Target

Ohio State Buckeyes' head coach Ryan Day has been on a monstrous recruiting run in the 2026 cycle, as he currently holds a top three class as of late May.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Last Word On Sports / May 26

Memorial Day: Remembering Buckeyes Killed in Action

Saying “Happy Memorial Day” has always felt a little off. While plenty of hourly workers get to enjoy time-and-a-half pay and others spend the day grilling, the day is set aside with a somber tone.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / May 26

Ohio State Buckeyes Given Surprisingly Positive Seeding in Lunardi's Bracketology

The Ohio State Buckeyes missed the men's basketball NCAA Tournament last season despite a few wins over prominent programs like Kentucky and Purdue. While

NFL News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / May 26

Ohio State Football Battling Oregon, Michigan for Elite 2026 Receiver

The Ohio State Buckeyes are looking to add to their receiving corps with the best player from the state of New York in the Class of 2026. Messiah Hampton, who plays for James Monroe in New York and is from Rochester, is down to just a handful of schools, and it appears the Buckeyes will be facing stiff competition for the four-star receiver.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Athlon Sports / May 25

Highly Touted Playmaker Makes Ohio State Announcement With Four-Word Message

The four-star tight end kept it brief, but the message was clear. Highly touted 2026 tight end prospect Mack Sutter is heading to Columbus, Ohio for an official visit next week.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / CFB-HQ on SI / May 22

Texas denied Ohio State request for Week 1 football game: report

The matchup between Ohio State and Texas is set to dominate the Week 1 college football schedule, but the Buckeyes apparently wanted to move the marquee game.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / May 22

Why Steelers should stop playing the waiting game with Rodgers

Why Steelers should stop playing the waiting game with Aaron Rodgers

The Pittsburgh Steelers seem to be clinging to the hope that free-agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers will sign with them. Perhaps they should let go of it.

Why Aaron Rodgers may not be 'perfect fit' for Steelers

Analyst makes bold prediction about what Aaron Rodgers will be for Steelers

Major news emerges on Steelers first-round pick

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Marvin Harrison News / Yardbarker / May 12