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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) celebrates a first down beside Miami Hurricanes defensive back Jakobe Thomas (8) during 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.

Was This the Best Ohio State Team to Fall Short of the National Championship?

Hanna Williford

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Jan 21, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes safety Caleb Downs (2) and linebacker Arvell Reese (8) celebrate in the second half at Ohio Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio.

Mel Kiper Jr.’s New Mock Draft Has Jets Making Statement

Patrick McAvoy

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Jan 21, 2026

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning takes the field as the Oregon Ducks face the Indiana Hoosiers in the Peach Bowl on Jan. 9, 2026, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Oregon Ducks Linebacker Poised For A Breakout Season

Arden Cravalho

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Jan 21, 2026

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning listens to a reporter’s question during the head coaches’ press conference ahead of the Peach Bowl at the College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta, Georgia, on Jan. 8, 2026.

How to Watch Oregon Ducks' 2026 Big Ten Schedule Reveal

Lily Crane

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Jan 20, 2026

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Two college football programs emerge for nation's No. 6 wide receiver recruit

James Parks

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Jan 20, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Carnell Tate (17) celebrates a touchdown Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, during the Big Ten football championship against the Indiana Hoosiers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

Carnell Tate, Jordyn Tyson Headline 2026 NFL Rookie WR Rankings

Ethen Hutton

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Jan 20, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes defensive coordinator Matt Patricia takes the field for warm ups prior to the Big Ten Conference championship game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Dec. 6, 2025. Ohio State lost 13-10.

Ohio State's defense has the chance to accomplish something unprecedented in 2026

Wil Steigerwald

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Jan 20, 2026

An Ohio State Buckeyes helmet sits behind the endzone as the team warms up for its game against the Michigan Wolverines during the NCAA football game at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Mich. on Nov. 29, 2025. Ohio State won 27-9.

Ohio State Buckeyes surprise with their spot on AP's final Top-25 rankings

Rafael Zamorano

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Jan 20, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) lines up 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.

Ohio State's path to take down Indiana with head-to-head win, Big Ten title in 2026

Zain Bando

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Jan 20, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Sonny Styles (0) pressures Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) during the Big Ten Conference championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Dec. 6, 2025. Ohio State lost 13-10.

Ohio State vs. Indiana blockbuster Big Ten title game rematch 2026 date revealed

Zain Bando

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Jan 20, 2026

Dec 31, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day looks on during the first quarter against the Miami Hurricanes during the 2025 Cotton Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

Why Indiana's championship win vs. Miami should make Ohio State fans feel better

Anthony Miller

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Jan 20, 2026

Oct 25, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian walk from the bus into Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field prior to the game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Three college football powerhouses emerge as finalists for coveted playmaker

Jonathan Adams

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Jan 20, 2026

Dec 31, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning during the Rose Bowl head coaches press conference at Sheraton Grand LA.

Oregon Ducks' Surprising Program Value Revealed

Charlie Viehl

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Jan 20, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) 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.

What does recent Big Ten dominance in the last three years mean for Ohio State?

Anthony Miller

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Jan 20, 2026

Jan 9, 2026; Atlanta, GA, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning on the field prior to the 2025 Peach Bowl and semifinal game of the College Football Playoff against the Oregon Ducks at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Indiana's National Title Win Keeps Unique Streak Alive For Oregon's Dan Lanning

Cory Pappas

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Jan 20, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes fan Big Nut cheers during the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas for the College Football Playoff quarterfinal game against the Miami Hurricanes.

$1.5 billion program is the No. 1 most valuable Big Ten team in college football

Rowan Fisher Shotton

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Jan 20, 2026

Big Ten, SEC teams highlight early college football rankings for 2026 season

James Parks

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Jan 20, 2026

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

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