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Ohio State football coach may have spilled the beans on a freshman who is way ahead of where anyone thought he would be this spring

Ohio State football coach may have spilled the beans on a freshman who is way ahead of where anyone thought he would be this spring

The Ohio State Buckeyes have 51 new players incoming between the transfer portal additions and the freshman class. When it comes to freshmen expected to

Devin Royal News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / March 30
Devin Royal’s Future With Ohio State in Question As Transfer Portal Reports Emerge

Devin Royal’s Future With Ohio State in Question As Transfer Portal Reports Emerge

Multiple reports have surfaced that Ohio State forward Devin Royal is expected to enter the transfer portal when it opens in April, though he has not publicly confirmed that decision.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Big Ten Network / March 29
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / March 29
Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith Breaks Silence on Transfer Portal Interest After Playoffs

Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith Breaks Silence on Transfer Portal Interest After Playoffs

Jeremiah Smith never seriously entertained the idea of leaving Ohio State, even though he had plenty of interest. “I knew especially at the end of that game that a certain program was going to come at me very hard,” Smith said.

Cade Stover News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / March 29
Ohio State’s Garrett Stover Steps into Leadership Role After Iron Buckeye Recognition

Ohio State’s Garrett Stover Steps into Leadership Role After Iron Buckeye Recognition

Three years into the program, Garrett Stover is starting to look exactly like what Ohio State wants at linebacker. And more importantly, he’s starting to sound like it too.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Larry Brown Sports / March 29
Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith admits rival school tampered with him

Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith admits rival school tampered with him

Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith admitted he was the victim of tampering during the offseason when a team tried to lure him away even though he never entered the transfer portal.

Jeremiah Smith’s Poaching Allegations Signal A Growing Problem In College Football

Jeremiah Smith’s Poaching Allegations Signal A Growing Problem In College Football

Jeremiah Smith, a wide receiver for the Ohio State Buckeyes, is considered one of the best players in the country. He earned the title of freshman All-American in 2024 and was named a unanimous All-American in 2025.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / March 29
Ohio State Recruit Chris Henry Jr. Is Already Catching Jeremiah Smith’s Attention

Ohio State Recruit Chris Henry Jr. Is Already Catching Jeremiah Smith’s Attention

The spring window for the Ohio State Buckeyes opened a couple of weeks ago, and some of the additions for the team have been turning heads. The transfer portal was an interesting time for the Buckeyes as they saw many scholarship players leave the program, while also bringing in a haul of guys that will make an impact immediately.

Luke Montgomery News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / March 28
Ohio State Buckeyes OL Luke Montgomery Motivated To Bounce Back in 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes OL Luke Montgomery Motivated To Bounce Back in 2026

Ohio State offensive lineman Luke Montgomery is not running from what happened last season. He is owning it. “It was justified. One hundred percent,” Montgomery said of the criticism that followed the Buckeyes’ performance against Miami.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / March 27
Another SEC team is reportedly trying to get in the mix for 5-star RB David Gabriel Georges, the Tennessee Vols' top 2027 recruiting target

Another SEC team is reportedly trying to get in the mix for 5-star RB David Gabriel Georges, the Tennessee Vols' top 2027 recruiting target

The Tennessee Vols and the Ohio State Buckeyes are battling it out for 2027 five-star running back David Gabriel Georges. Gabriel Georges, 6-foot/205 pounds from Chattanooga, TN (he’s originally from Canada), is rated in 247Sports’ composite rankings as the No.

Carnell Tate News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / March 27
Three Ohio State Players Who Stood Out at Pro Day Beyond Carnell Tate

Three Ohio State Players Who Stood Out at Pro Day Beyond Carnell Tate

Ohio State matched its program record with 14 draft picks in 2025, and while reaching that number again in 2026 will be a challenge, the Buckeyes are positioned to come close.

Matt Patricia News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / March 26
Matt Patricia Explains Why He Stayed at Ohio State After Contract Extension

Matt Patricia Explains Why He Stayed at Ohio State After Contract Extension

For Matt Patricia, the decision came down to more than football. “Ohio State is such a special place,” Patricia told reporters. “Not only just the history and the tradition, the football program, the school, but the people that are here.” That connection made the choice clear, even with other opportunities on the table.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Gridiron Heroics / March 26
Ohio State Buckeyes: Projected Top 10 Pick Shuts Down Injury Concerns

Ohio State Buckeyes: Projected Top 10 Pick Shuts Down Injury Concerns

Ohio State Buckeyes defensive back Caleb Downs is considered the top safety and a top-10 prospect in the 2026 NFL Draft. The former five-star recruit had a successful three-year college football career, playing for Alabama in 2023 and Ohio State from 2024 to 2025.

Ryan Day News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / March 26
Three Ohio State Prospects Who Boosted Their NFL Draft Stock at Pro Day

Three Ohio State Prospects Who Boosted Their NFL Draft Stock at Pro Day

It felt like a holiday again in Columbus. Seventeen Ohio State players worked out in front of NFL decision-makers, but as always, some of the most meaningful movement happened away from the spotlight.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 26
Ohio State S Caleb Downs Downplays Rumors About Combine Medicals

Ohio State S Caleb Downs Downplays Rumors About Combine Medicals

Ohio State S Caleb Downs was in the headlines during the Scouting Combine as rumors surfaced that he had a potentially degenerative ACL along with a partially

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / March 25
Ohio State's Carnell Tate says the 40-yard dash is 'overvalued'

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? 

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College Football News / Yardbarker / March 26
Arvell Reese's pro day raises eyebrows but won't hurt draft stock

Arvell Reese's awkward pro day drill raises eyebrows but won't hurt NFL Draft stock

Arvell Reese's bend needs work, but that shouldn't prevent him from being a top-10 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

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Kirk Barton News / The Spun / March 25
Former Ohio State Football Star Kirk Barton Pled Guilty Wednesday

Former Ohio State Football Star Kirk Barton Pled Guilty Wednesday

Former Ohio State football star Kirk Barton officially pled guilty in court on Wednesday afternoon, March 25. Barton, 25, was involved in a fatal car accident last summer.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / A to Z Sports / March 25
Ohio State football has self-reported multiple NCAA violations, and it comes at the same time the Buckeyes are ramping up things for the spring

Ohio State football has self-reported multiple NCAA violations, and it comes at the same time the Buckeyes are ramping up things for the spring

The Ohio State Buckeyes are in their second week of spring practice and on Wednesday they’ll be running their pro day in front of plenty of NFL decision makers.

College Hockey News / Daily Faceoff / March 23
Wisconsin beats Ohio State to win second consecutive NCAA women’s hockey championship

Wisconsin beats Ohio State to win second consecutive NCAA women’s hockey championship

A fitting way to end an incredible season. Thanks to a late goal from senior Claire Enright, the Wisconsin Badgers beat the Ohio State Buckeyes, 3-2, to win the 2026 NCAA Women’s D-I Championship.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / CFB-HQ on SI / March 20
5-Star EDGE Ranked No. 1 Big Ten Commit in 2027 Recruiting Class

5-Star EDGE Ranked No. 1 Big Ten Commit in 2027 Recruiting Class

After Ohio State slipped behind Indiana in the race for the national title, the Buckeyes are spending the offseason making up ground. Recruiting is the key to the season ahead and Ohio State is making major waves so far in recruiting.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Daily Faceoff / March 21
Ohio State, Wisconsin advance to NCAA women’s championship game for fourth consecutive year

Ohio State, Wisconsin advance to NCAA women’s championship game for fourth consecutive year

Tell me if you’ve heard this before: Ohio State and Wisconsin will be playing for the NCAA Women’s D-I National Championship. After picking up wins in their respective semifinals on the first day of the Women’s Frozen Four, the Badgers and Buckeyes will meet up for all the marbles.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / March 19
Jalen Rose trolls Ohio State after their NCAA Tournament loss to TCU

Jalen Rose trolls Ohio State after their NCAA Tournament loss to TCU

Jalen Rose is doing some dancing on the grave of Ohio State basketball. Ohio State’s NCAA Tournament hopes came to an end on Thursday with a Round of 64 loss to TCU in their 8-9 game.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / March 19
Ryan Day not worried about new Ohio State OC Arthur Smith not hitting recruiting trail

Ryan Day not worried about new Ohio State OC Arthur Smith not hitting the recruiting trail

New offensive coordinator Arthur Smith was a big-time hire for the Ohio State Buckeyes as they looked to replace Brian Hartline, now the head coach at USF.

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