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Freshman cornerback Devin Sanchez, a five‑star recruit from Ohio, has been selected for the Hispanic College Football Player of the Year Watch List. His early college contributions and high school achievements highlight a promising start to his career, while the Hispanic Football Hall of Fame prepares to honor emerging talent in its second annual award ceremony.
After a turbulent end to last season, Ohio State’s offensive line is focusing on continuity and chemistry as the team prepares to open against Ball State.
The Buckeyes boast a record number of preseason All‑American selections and a slate of watch‑list invitations that span offense, defense and special teams, signaling high expectations for the upcoming season.
Ohio State entered the season atop the AP poll, yet only two Buckeyes made the preseason All‑American teams. Jeremiah Smith, a South Florida native, earned first‑team honors, while Luke Montgomery, a key offensive lineman, was selected second‑team after a pivotal role in the 2024 College Football Playoff run.
Ohio State is adjusting its front five after an injury sidelined left tackle Austin Siereveld, with the coaching staff planning a strategic repositioning to integrate redshirt sophomore Ian Moore and preserve the unit’s cohesion.
Ohio State finished 2025 undefeated and top‑ranked before a playoff exit, yet the program enters 2026 as the preseason No. 1 favorite, bolstered by returning stars and a revamped defense.
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.
The latest Sporting News preseason All‑America team reveals a conference‑heavy lineup, with Texas and Ole Miss delivering multiple first‑team standouts and a wealth of returning talent poised to shape the upcoming college football season.
Ohio State aims for a top‑10 finish as returning starters and new faces vie for line spots, and USC adjusts after a season‑ending injury to its starting center.
Preseason polls place Ohio State at the top, Iowa at eighth, and highlight All‑Big Ten selections and player of the year favorites as media days begin in Chicago.
The USA TODAY NETWORK released its preseason Big Ten football outlook, projecting the Wisconsin Badgers to finish 13th. Sophomore linebacker Mason Posa is the only Badger recognized on the preseason all‑conference team, while the program adopts a wait‑and‑see approach despite roster upgrades.
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.
CBS Sports places Georgia’s offensive line at the top of its 2026 rankings, highlighting key players and the looming challenges from Ohio State and Texas.
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.
Phil Steele’s preseason All‑American selections highlight a mix of returning stars and breakout talents, from Oregon’s Dante Moore to Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith, setting the stage for a competitive 2026 campaign.
A look at the standout position groups across the country that could form the backbone of an all‑star lineup for the 2026 season.
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.
A look at how experienced players and key transfers position Ohio State for another title run.
EA Sports' upcoming College Football 27 promises record‑breaking player ratings, with Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith topping the charts and the Buckeyes' offense poised to dominate.
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.
The new college football video game features a strong Ohio State contingent, with six players placed in the top ten of their respective positions and early access details announced for July.
The latest edition of EA Sports' College Football 27 features a roster of Ohio State standouts, each placed among the elite at their positions. With the game set to launch on July 9 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, early access begins for MVP Bundle owners on July 2 and Deluxe Edition buyers on July 6.