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Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day makes sure the Coaches’ Trophy is put back on the stand during Ohio State's national championship celebration at Ohio Stadium on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio.

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Sep 9, 2017; Columbus, OH, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Terry McLaurin (83) catches the ball and is tackled by Oklahoma Sooners cornerback Parnell Motley (11) in the second half of the game at Ohio Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Former Ohio State Star Predicted to be Traded to Super Bowl Contender

Sept 7, 2024; Columbus, OH, USA; Ransom Everglades quarterback Neimann Lawrence walks into Ohio Stadium before the Buckeyes' 56-0 win over Western Michigan.

Elite Ohio State QB Recruit Reveals His Biggest Buckeyes Inspiration

Ohio State Buckeye head coach Ryan Day looks away from the field of play after a dropped pass in the 2nd half during the spring game at Ohio Stadium on April 12, 2025.

Ohio State Recruiting Hits Speed Bump, Adjusts Focus on D-Line Needs

Cincere Johnson visits OSU the day of the Ohio State Buckeyes' 38-15 win over the Indiana Hoosiers in an NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024.

Ohio State, Ryan Day Land Commitment From Ohio's Top Prospect

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Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day holds the Coaches' Trophy during the Ohio State Buckeyes College Football Playoff National Championship celebration at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Jan. 26, 2025.

Ohio State Buckeyes, Ryan Day Receive Bad Update About Elite Defender

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day motions to quarterback Lincoln Kienholz (3) during spring football practice at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center on March 17, 2025.

Ohio State Buckeyes Make Exciting Offer to Yet Another 5-Star Weapon

Nov 17, 2012; Madison, WI, USA; A Ohio State Buckeyes helmet sits on the sidelines during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Ohio State defeated Wisconsin 21-14 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Ohio State WR Recruit Stamps Strong Label on Buckeyes With Decision Looming

Sep 8, 2018; Columbus, OH, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Terry McLaurin (83) catches a pass for a touchdown against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in the first half at Ohio Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Former Ohio State Star Expected to Make Crucial Move With NFL Team

Dec 27, 2024; Birmingham, AL, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores quarterback Diego Pavia (2) warms up before the 2024 Birmingham Bowl at Protective Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images

SEC QB Disrespects Ohio State by Throwing Brutal Shade at Big Ten

Ohio State Football coach Ryan Day gestures during an April 7, 2025 news conference at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center.

Ohio State Buckeyes, Ryan Day Offer Jeremiah Smith's Brother

Nov 19, 2022; College Park, MD, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes running back TreVeyon Henderson (32) carries the ball against Maryland Terrapins in the second quarter of their Big Ten game at SECU Stadium.

Former Ohio State Star Reveals Striking NFL Comparison for Himself

Ohio State Buckeyes mascot Brutus leads the marching band onto the field prior to the NCAA football game against the Michigan Wolverines at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024.

Ohio State Buckeyes May Have Their First Heisman Winner Since Troy Smith

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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Garrett Wilson (5) celebrates a touchdown catch against Michigan State Spartans in the second quarter during their NCAA College football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio on November 20, 2021.

Former Ohio State Buckeyes Star in Talks for Gargantuan NFL Contract

Jan 20, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Will Howard (18) reacts after a play against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish during the first half the CFP National Championship college football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Former Ohio State QB Will Howard Drops Bold Message About Steelers' DK Metcalf

Jan 26, 2025; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (17) reacts after a play against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half in the NFC Championship game at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Former Ohio State Buckeyes Star Suggested as Trade Target for 3 NFL Teams

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Chris Olave (2) scores a touchdown past Indiana Hoosiers defensive back Devon Matthews (1) during the NCAA football game at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington, Ind. on Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021. Ohio State won 54-7.

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Former Ohio State Star Chris Olave Speaks Out About Trade Rumors

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Emeka Egbuka (2) catches a touchdown in front of Oregon Ducks defensive back Brandon Johnson (3) during the first half of the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2025.

Former Ohio State Star Receives Strong Message From Mike Evans

Jun 10, 2025; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) stretches during minicamp at their South Side facility. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-Imagn Images

Former Ohio State Star Named Trade Target for Steelers, Aaron Rodgers

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Will Howard (18) motions at the line of scrimmage during the College Football Playoff quarterfinal against the Oregon Ducks at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2025. Ohio State won 41-21.

Former Ohio State Buckeyes QB Will Howard Receives Strong Message From Aaron Rodgers

Jan 20, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Emeka Egbuka (2) celebrates after winning against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the CFP National Championship college football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Baker Mayfield Reveals Strong Message About Former Ohio State Star

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Ohio State Buckeyes guard Micah Parrish (8) celebrates a three pointer with guard Bruce Thornton (2) and forward Devin Royal (21) during the second half of the NCAA men's basketball game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Value City Arena in Columbus on March 4, 2025. Ohio State won 116-114.

LOOK: Ohio State Buckeyes Basketball Team Reacts to Epic New Court

Dec 29, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes guard Bruce Thornton (2) takes the court before the game against the Indiana State Sycamores at Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

Ohio State Basketball Reveals New Court Design

Mar 22, 2019; Tulsa, OK, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes mascot Brutus the Buckeye reacts during the first half against the Iowa State Cyclones in the first round of the 2019 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Ohio State Buckeyes Suffer Crushing Blow in Losing Top Commit

Ohio State Buckeyes mascot Brutus cheers during the second half of the NCAA men's basketball game against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Value City Arena on Jan. 27, 2025. Ohio State won 82-65.

Ohio State Buckeyes Land Major Commitment from International Star

Whitnall guard Myles Herro (blue uniform) and Kaukauna guard Josh Carl wrestle for a ball on the floor in a game in the Rick Majerus WBY Shootout on Friday, December 27, 2024, at Concordia University in Mequon, Wisconsin. Whitnall won, 59-56.

Ohio State Buckeyes Land Brother of Current NBA Star

May 22, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley (10) shoots against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) in the fourth quarter during game two of the western conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Brett Rojo-Imagn Images

Ohio State Legend Mike Conley Opens Up About 'Hurt' Following Playoff Elimination

May 26, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley (10) shoots the ball past Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) in the second half during game four of the western conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images

Ohio State Basketball Legend Mike Conley Speaks Out Before Timberwolves-Thunder Game

Ohio State Buckeyes forward Sean Stewart (13), guard Bruce Thornton (2) and forward Aaron Bradshaw (4) celebrate following the second overtime of the NCAA men's basketball game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Value City Arena in Columbus on March 4, 2025. Ohio State won 116-114.

Ohio State Buckeyes Standout Reveals Huge NBA Draft News

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Nov 25, 2023; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes mascot Brutus Buckeye cheers prior to the NCAA football game against the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium.

Ohio State Buckeyes' Elite Recruiting Target Sends Major Michigan Message

Jan 20, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes mascot performs before the CFP National Championship college football game against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Ohio State Fighting Two Big Ten Rivals for Critical Defensive Recruit

Ohio State Buckeye fans cheer after a touchdown against Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the second quarter during the College Football Playoff National Championship at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on January 20, 2025.

Ohio State Fans Can't Contain Themselves After Cryptic Social Media Post

Jan 1, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Detailed view of an Ohio State Buckeyes helmet against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish during the 2016 Fiesta Bowl at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Ohio State Receives Critical Message from 5-Star Recruit, Son of NFL Legend

Ohio State Buckeye head coach Ryan Day addresses his team after the spring game at Ohio Stadium on April 12, 2025.

Pressure Mounting for Ryan Day, Ohio State Concerning 5-Star QB Recruit

Jan 10, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; A view of an Ohio State Buckeyes helmet and confetti after the Buckeyes defeat the Texas Longhorns at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Ohio State Buckeyes Land 5-Star Weapon in Massive Recruiting Coup

Jan 20, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day reacts as he celebrates a play against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish during the CFP National Championship college football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Ohio State Football Cracks Final 4 for 4-Star Prospect at Ultra-Thin Position Group

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day gets a hug from athletic director Ross Bjork following the 34-23 win over the Notre Dame Fighting Irish to win the College Football Playoff National Championship at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Jan. 21, 2025.

Ohio State Buckeyes AD Gets Brutally Honest on Transfer Portal

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Sep 2, 2023; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes helmets sit on the sideline prior to the NCAA football game at Indiana University Memorial Stadium. Ohio State won 23-3.

Ohio State Buckeyes Land Favorable Outlook vs. Big Ten Rival

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) celebrates with offensive lineman Donovan Jackson (74) after a touchdown catch against Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the first quarter during the College Football Playoff National Championship at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on January 20, 2025.

Ohio State Star WR Jeremiah Smith Receives More Heisman Hype

Ohio State Buckeyes mascot Brutus cheers during the second half of the College Football Playoff quarterfinal against the Oregon Ducks at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2025. Ohio State won 41-21.

Ohio State Buckeyes Open As Betting Favorites Against Texas In Cotton Bowl

Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end JT Tuimoloau (44) celebrates a sack and forced fumble during the second half of the College Football Playoff first round game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Dec. 22, 2024. Ohio State won 42-17.

Ohio State Buckeyes Receive Major Championship Odds Ahead of Oregon Matchup

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Emeka Egbuka (2) celebrates a touchdown by wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) during the NCAA football game against the Michigan Wolverines at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024. Michigan won 13-10.

Ohio State Opens As Favorites In First Round Of CFP Against Tennessee

Mar 26, 2024; Columbus, OH, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes guard Bruce Thornton (2) drives to the basket during the second half of the NIT quarterfinals against the Georgia Bulldogs at Value City Arena. Ohio State lost 79-77.

Ohio State Buckeyes Named Preseason Big Ten Dark Horse

Aug 8, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes running back Quinshon Judkins (1) carries the ball during football practice at the Woody Hayes Athletic Complex.

Ohio State Buckeyes Duo In Top 10 Of Doak Walker Award Odds

Aug 8, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) catches a pass during football practice at the Woody Hayes Athletic Complex.

Two Ohio State Buckeyes In Top 10 Of Biletnikoff Award Odds