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Ohio State Buckeyes running back CJ Donaldson Jr. (12) runs off the field after Miami Hurricanes defensive back Jakobe Thomas (8) sealed the game with an interception in the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas for the College Football Playoff quarterfinal game on Dec. 31, 2025. Ohio State lost 24-14.

Three reasons Ohio State lost the Cotton Bowl vs. Miami

Ty Kohler

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Jan 1, 2026

Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith could up-end the finances of college football if he hit the transfer portal.

$4 million price tag projected if college football WR makes transfer portal decision

Joe Cox

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Jan 1, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) subs in for quarterback Lincoln Kienholz (3) during the NCAA football game against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Nov. 22, 2025. Ohio State won 42-9.

Ohio State quarterback enters transfer portal after Cotton Bowl loss

John Hobbs

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Jan 1, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Lincoln Kienholz (3)

Ohio State QB enters transfer portal: 4 college football programs to watch

Tucker Harlin

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Jan 1, 2026

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Ohio State Buckeyes offensive coordinator Brian Hartline speaks during the Cotton Bowl Media Day at AT&T Stadium in Dallas prior to the College Football Playoff matchup against the Miami Hurricanes on Dec. 29, 2025.

Ohio State quickly replaces Brian Hartline with new WR coach after Cotton Bowl loss

Nick Pedone

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Jan 1, 2026

Jan 1, 2024; Tampa, FL, USA; LSU Tigers wide receivers coach Cortez Hankton, tight end Ka'Morreun Pimpton (88), and wide receiver Aaron Anderson (1) run onto the field before the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Ohio State Buckeyes Hire Former LSU Football Assistant To Join Ryan Day's Staff

Zack Nagy

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Jan 1, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day looks to the scoreboard 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.

What Buckeyes' loss in Cotton Bowl means for Ohio State's future in 2026

Dominic Pagura

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Jan 1, 2026

Mario Cristobal and Miami's win over Ohio State was a throwback in more ways than one.

Mario Cristobal Shares the Colorful Nick Saban Advice He Used Against Ohio State

Patrick Andres

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Jan 1, 2026

LSU Football Enters Mix For Prized Ohio State Buckeyes, Oregon Ducks EDGE Target

Zack Nagy

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Jan 1, 2026

Miami Hurricanes defensive lineman Akheem Mesidor (3) hits Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) during the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas for the College Football Playoff quarterfinal game on Dec. 31, 2025.

Three takeaways from Ohio State's shocking loss in the Cotton Bowl

Wil Steigerwald

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Jan 1, 2026

Miami quarterback Carson Beck (11) and the Hurricanes won against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal, 24-14.

College football world claims the season is ‘scripted’ after Miami-Ohio State

Matt De Lima

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Jan 1, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes fans cheer 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.

Ohio State Buckeyes loses player into transfer portal moments after Cotton Bowl loss

Nick Pedone

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Jan 1, 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.

What Ohio State players said about Ryan Day’s playcalling after the Cotton Bowl loss

Hanna Williford

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Jan 1, 2026

Miami quarterback Carson Beck and defensive back Jakobe Thomas lift the Cotton Bowl trophy after defeating Ohio State.

Miami Closes a 23-Year Wound By Finally Slaying Its Ohio State Demon

Bryan Fischer

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Jan 1, 2026

Miami Hurricanes head coach Mario Cristobal hoists the Field Scovell Trophy following the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas for the College Football Playoff quarterfinal game against the Ohio State Buckeyes on Dec. 31, 2025. Ohio State lost 24-14.

The Miami Hurricanes Upset Ohio State, Advancing the Semi Finals of the CFP

Justice Sandle

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Jan 1, 2026

Michael Irvin took a belt to a Gatorade jug after Miami beat Ohio State.

Michael Irvin Celebrates Miami’s Win Over OSU by Hitting Gatorade Jug With Belt

Stephen Douglas

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Dec 31, 2025

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) leaves the field following warm-ups prior to 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.

How the Ohio State Buckeyes were stunned by Miami Hurricanes in CFP

Brady Hamilton

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Dec 31, 2025

This yellow ESPN flash graphic made fans think flags were being thrown during Miami-Ohio State.

Football Fans Triggered By ESPN’s Flag Yellow Transition Graphic During CFP Game

Stephen Douglas

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Dec 31, 2025

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning arrives at the field as the Oregon Ducks take on the Washington Huskies on Nov. 29, 2025, at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington.

Oregon Coach Dan Lanning Makes Bold Statement on Big Ten's Bowl Record

Arden Cravalho

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Dec 31, 2025

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