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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.
The Ducks boast the most talent‑laden roster in the Big Ten for the upcoming season, with 13 athletes named to the all‑conference teams, including a host of standout performers.
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.
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 has added four transfers ranked in the top 100 by The Athletic, including linebacker Christian Alliegro, safety Terry Moore, defensive tackle James Smith, and safety Earl Little Jr., each bringing experience and talent to the program.
Ohio State's defense is thriving thanks to emerging talent, yet a depleted offensive line raises questions for the upcoming season.
The Big Ten has secured three consecutive national championships, and a wave of sophomore and junior standouts is set to drive the next chapter of dominance.
Prince Goldsby’s pledge to Ohio State adds a high-rated defensive piece to a 2027 class that already includes DJ Jacobs, Wyatt Smith and several other standout prospects.
Six Ohio State players are projected to earn first-team All-Big Ten recognition, highlighting a defense that blends veteran experience with fresh talent.