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Ohio State entered the 2024 preseason atop the national rankings, carrying the weight of championship expectations as the Buckeyes aim to translate preseason hype into on‑field dominance.
At the recent Big Ten Media Days, Julian Sayin, Ohio State’s emerging starting quarterback, shared insights into his record‑breaking season, his love of golf, and his ambitions on and off the field.
ESPN’s preseason projections place Ohio State at the forefront of the 2026 Big Ten championship race, assigning a 38.8% likelihood, while Oregon and Indiana follow with 24.2% and 18.7% chances respectively.
Ohio State emerged as the overwhelming favorite in the USA TODAY Network’s 2026 preseason Big Ten football poll, capturing more than half of the first‑place votes. The poll also highlighted a strong offensive core for the Buckeyes, with several players receiving conference accolades.
With a wave of departures to the NFL, Ohio State is counting on experienced transfers and fresh talent to anchor its secondary. McClain points to Little and Timmons as key pieces.
Veteran safety Earl Little Jr. and freshman cornerback Jay Timmons are being counted on to shore up Ohio State's secondary as the Buckeyes rebuild for a demanding 2026 schedule.
With head coach Ryan Day at the helm, the Ohio State Buckeyes are poised to contend for their tenth national championship despite losing several key seniors to the NFL draft. Four second‑year players are expected to shoulder larger roles, while new faces vie for starting spots.
Julian Sayin climbs to fifth in national quarterback rankings while Ohio State faces a high‑stakes recruiting showdown with Tennessee over five‑star running back David Gabriel Georges, a contest underscored by multimillion‑dollar NIL offers and a deep pool of Buckeyes prospects heading toward the 2027 NFL draft.
The third edition of the resurrected franchise debuts on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, featuring smarter route running, dynamic weather and customizable pre‑play adjustments, while Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith tops the player rankings.
The latest installment from EA Sports will launch worldwide on July 9, offering early play for Deluxe and MVP+ members, and featuring the highest‑rated Ohio State player, Jeremiah Smith.
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.
The new title will launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S in early July, with staggered access for different editions and a full roster of Ohio State player ratings now available.
EA Sports’ latest college football title features an unprecedented concentration of Ohio State talent, with multiple players earning elite ratings that reflect their real‑world potential.
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.
The NCAA has adopted a 'five‑for‑five' eligibility rule that permits athletes to compete for five seasons within a five‑year period, effective this fall. The change directly benefits Ohio State football, where at least 20 scholarship players may gain an additional year of play.
Ohio State is courting four‑star cornerback Monsanna Torbert Jr., but Louisville’s emerging interest and recent commitments are reshaping the recruitment landscape.
Four-star wide receiver Lorenzo McMullen Jr., the top-ranked player in Ohio for the class of 2028, says an Ohio State offer after a standout camp has propelled the Buckeyes into his final three, while he continues to weigh connections with current and future teammates.
Devin Sanchez, a sophomore cornerback at Ohio State, is poised to transform his offseason preparation into a breakout season, setting lofty goals and emphasizing leadership within a developing secondary.
During the Memorial Tournament, Ohio State athletes spent time with the Golden Cubs, a group of children facing serious illnesses, engaging in games and drills that highlighted the power of sport to uplift.
Indiana leads the latest preseason top 25, with Oregon, Ohio State and a host of other programs rounding out the early rankings. Key players and coaching storylines promise a competitive year.
From quarterback debates to multi‑sport achievements, the article maps the possibilities that could define Ohio State's 2026 campaign.