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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith runs during a workout at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center.

College Football's Top 25 Most Important Players in 2026: No. 1 WR Jeremiah Smith, Ohio State

Matt De Lima

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Aug 4, 2026

Dec 20, 2025; College Station, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Mario Craver (1) catches the ball during the game between the Aggies and the Hurricanes at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

College Football's Top 5 Receiving Trios Entering the 2026 Season

Tucker Harlin

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Aug 3, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) runs during the first half of the NCAA football game against the Texas Longhorns at Ohio Stadium on Aug. 30, 2025.

Ohio State Lands Three Players on 2026 Maxwell Award Preseason Watch List

Hanna Williford

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Aug 3, 2026

Nike is one of the biggest brands in college football, and they're offering new colorways of the Vomero 18 inspired by several top programs.

Nike Unveils Limited-Edition College Football Running Shoes Inspired by Top Programs

Matt De Lima

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Aug 3, 2026

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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Brandon Inniss (1) celebrates a touchdown by wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) during the Cotton Bowl in Arlington, Texas for the College Football Playoff quarterfinal game against the Miami Hurricanes on Dec. 31, 2025. Ohio State lost 24-14.

Jeremiah Smith Sees Himself in Brock Boyd as Ohio State WRs Prepare for Bigger Roles

Brian Schaible

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Aug 3, 2026

Alabama QB Keelon Russell has plenty to prove in fall practice. ( (David Leong-Imagn Images)

College Football Stars With the Most to Prove During Fall Camp

Joe Cox

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Aug 2, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) scrambles during the first half of the Big Ten Conference championship game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Dec. 6, 2025.

3 Areas of Ohio State Football That Should Be Improved in 2026

Daniel Fisher

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Aug 2, 2026

Jul 29, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Ohio State Football head coach Ryan Day speaks during Big Ten Media Days at Hilton Chicago. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Where USC, Ohio State, and Oregon Land in Top 25 Poll Prediction

Caden Handwork

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Aug 2, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) celebrates with Brutus Buckeye and the Illibuck Trophy following the 34-16 win over the Illinois Fighting Illini in the NCAA football game at Gies Memorial Stadium in Champaign on Oct. 11, 2025.

Which Ohio State Players Are Living up to Their NIL Expectations?

Daniel Fisher

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Aug 2, 2026

Jul 23, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian speaks to the press during SEC Football Kickoff Media Day at the Tampa Marriott.

Top 25 Poll Prediction: Where Oregon, Ohio State, and Texas Fall

Charlie Viehl

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Aug 2, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Brandon Inniss (1) celebrates a touchdown by wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) 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.

How Close Is Ohio State to Competing for a Conference Championship?

Daniel Fisher

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Aug 2, 2026

Diving into the college football win totals of all 18 teams from the Big Ten

Predicting Big Ten Win Totals for 2026 College Football Season

Matt De Lima

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Aug 2, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) runs during the first half of the NCAA football game against the Texas Longhorns at Ohio Stadium on Aug. 30, 2025.

The Biggest Questions Ohio State Must Answer Before Week 1

Daniel Fisher

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Aug 2, 2026

Jul 29, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Ohio State Football head coach Ryan Day speaks during Big Ten Media Days at Hilton Chicago. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Big Ten Media Days Confirmed One Thing: Ohio State Is Still the Team to Beat

Chip Minnich

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Aug 1, 2026

Paul Finebaum, radio and ESPN television personality, may surprise some college football fans with his opinion on the growing debate about which conference is best: the SEC or the Big Ten.

Paul Finebaum Delivers Blunt Take After Curt Cignetti's Big Ten vs SEC Remarks

Matt De Lima

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Aug 1, 2026

Jan 9, 2026; Atlanta, GA, USA; Urban Meyer on the sidelines prior to the 2025 Peach Bowl and semifinal game of the College Football Playoff between the Oregon Ducks and the Indiana Hoosiers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Urban Meyer Reveals College Football Program Best Equipped for Long-Term Success

Tucker Harlin

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Jul 31, 2026

Jan 8, 2026; Glendale, AZ, USA; ESPN personality Jordan Rodgers during 2026 Fiesta Bowl and semifinal game of the College Football Playoff at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Jordan Rodgers Names the Best Conference in College Football Ahead of 2026 Season

Tucker Harlin

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Jul 31, 2026

SEC Nation analyst Paul Finebaum looks on prior to the game.

Paul Finebaum believes a College Football Powerhouse's Season Could Be Derailed By the Schedule

Jaron Spor

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Jul 31, 2026

Oct 28, 2023; Berkeley, California, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley before the game against the California Golden Bears at California Memorial Stadium.

Best USC Trojans Football Games to Attend at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum

Caden Handwork

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Jul 31, 2026

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