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The Ohio State Buckeyes have a star in Jeremiah Smith, but the 2026 roster lacks a proven No.2 wide receiver. New coach Cortez Hankton and a mix of transfers and freshmen are competing for the role.
Ohio State's football roster for 2027 will see an extra year of eligibility for many players under the NCAA's revised five‑year model, reshaping scholarship allocations and draft plans.
Ohio State is navigating a major rebuild after losing multiple top prospects to the NFL Draft, but a fortified secondary, elite receiving corps and a revitalized defensive line offer reasons for optimism.