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Ohio State and Jeremiah Smith came up short in the 2025 season, but at least according to one online sports book, the Buckeyes open as favorites to win it all in 2026.

College football national championship odds released for 2026 season

Joe Cox

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Jan 20, 2026

How will Indiana coach Curt Cignetti reload after a title run?

Way-Too-Early 2026 College Football Top 25: Where Does National Champion Indiana Land?

Bryan Fischer

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Jan 19, 2026

College football national champion teams by year from 1869 to today

James Parks

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Jan 19, 2026

Ohio State and Indiana are set as co-favorites to win the 2026-27 College Football National Championship.

2026-27 College Football National Championship Odds (Ohio State and Indiana Set as Co-Favorites)

Iain MacMillan

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Jan 19, 2026

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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) celebrates a touchdown with quarterback Julian Sayin (10) during the NCAA football game against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Nov. 1, 2025.

Buckeyes earn shocking spot in way-to-early 2026 Top-25 rankings

Rafael Zamorano

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Jan 19, 2026

Sep 1, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley reacts in the first half against the LSU Tigers at Allegiant Stadium.

USC Trojans Receive Surprising Valuation

Charlie Viehl

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Jan 19, 2026

Team Roses' Easton Royal (3) runs into the end zone for a touchdown during the Under Armour All-America Game Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026 at Spec Martin Stadium in DeLand.

5-star WR heavily pursued by five major college football programs

Rowan Fisher Shotton

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Jan 19, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes offensive lineman Carson Hinzman (75) lines up during the NCAA football game against the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Mich. on Nov. 29, 2025. Ohio State won 27-9.

Three things Ohio State must do to return to the National Championship next season

Hanna Williford

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Jan 19, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes defensive back Caleb Downs (2) leaves the field following the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas for the College Football Playoff quarterfinal game against the Miami Hurricanes on Dec. 31, 2025. Ohio State lost 24-14.

Ranking how much the Ohio State Buckeyes will miss each NFL Draft departure

Wil Steigerwald

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Jan 19, 2026

Wayne wide receiver Jamier Brown attends the Ohio State football game against Penn State at Ohio Stadium.

Three major college football programs pushing to flip No. 1 WR prospect

Rowan Fisher Shotton

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Jan 19, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day watches from the sideline during the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas for the College Football Playoff quarterfinal game against the Miami Hurricanes on Dec. 31, 2025.

No. 1 team revealed in way-too-early rankings for 2026 college football season

Tucker Harlin

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Jan 19, 2026

College football teams with most national championships in the modern era

James Parks

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Jan 19, 2026

Sep 27, 2025; Evanston, Illinois, USA; Northwestern Wildcats tight end Hunter Welcing (84) catches a pass against the UCLA Bruins during the first half at Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

How Ohio State Buckeyes improved its offense through the transfer portal

Gabe Eaker

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Jan 19, 2026

Dec 31, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Sonny Styles (0) gets into position during the 2025 Cotton Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff at AT&T Stadium.

Cowboys 2026 NFL draft watch, Sonny Styles scouting report

Dustin Lewis

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Jan 19, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes offensive lineman Jayvon McFadden (71) and offensive lineman Deontae Armstrong (72) run during the first football practice of the season at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center on July 31, 2025.

Jordan Seaton's Cousin Joins Colorado In Turn Of Transfer Portal Events

Harrison Simeon

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Jan 19, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) runs during the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas for the College Football Playoff quarterfinal game against the Miami Hurricanes on Dec. 31, 2025. Ohio State lost 24-14.

Three Ohio State players key to Buckeyes' national championship push in 2026

Cade Cracas

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Jan 19, 2026

Despite a rough postseason, the SEC still boasts the most valuable college football program in the nation.

$2 billion SEC powerhouse becomes college football's most valuable team

Joe Cox

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Jan 18, 2026

Former Ohio State Buckeyes defensive lineman Trajen Odom (88) runs during spring football practice at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center in Columbus on March 19, 2025.

Razorbacks add former Ohio State defensive lineman through portal

Jacob Davis

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Jan 18, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes defensive back Caleb Downs reacts in the first half of the college football game at Ohio Stadium.

Cowboys 2026 NFL draft watch, Caleb Downs scouting report

Randy Gurzi

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Jan 18, 2026

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