Cade Cracas

Joined: Sep 14, 2025

Cade Cracas is a sports media professional with experience in play-by-play, broadcasting and digital storytelling. He is a recent graduate of Ashland University with degrees in digital media production and journalism.

Dec 29, 2024; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions guard/forward Puff Johnson (5) drives the ball to the basket during the first half against the Penn Quakers at Bryce Jordan Center. Penn State defeated Penn 86-66. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

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On Sunday, Jan. 11, more bad news was dished out as the program was informed that sophomore defensive lineman Eric Mensah had officially committed to transferring to Virginia Tech and join James Franklin, the program's new head coach.

Oct 18, 2025; Stanford, California, USA; Florida State Seminoles defensive back Earl Little Jr. (0) intercepts the ball during the first quarter against the Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-Imagn Images

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Amid an offseason that's seen countless Ohio State Buckeyes leave and enter the NCAA Transfer Portal, the team received a little boost with a critical defensive signing in safety Earl Little Jr. from Florida State.

Ohio State Buckeyes offensive coordinator Brian Hartline arrives at the Hilton Anatole Hotel in Dallas prior to the Cotton Bowl on Dec. 28, 2025.

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The Ohio State Buckeyes have lost countless players in the NCAA Transfer Portal, and formed offensive coordinator and new head coach at USF Brian Hartline isn't helping. He has now added another former Buckeye to his roster in wideout Bryson Rodgers.

Ohio State Buckeyes fans watch 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.

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This article breaks down all the offseason transfer portal activity from The Ohio State University college football program, covering every new addition, position-by-position impact and what it means for the future of the team.

Ohio State Buckeyes defensive lineman Jarquez Carter (91) runs during spring football practice at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center in Columbus on March 19, 2025.

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The Ohio State Buckeyes have been run dry in the NCAA Transfer Portal this offseason. Since losing to Miami (Fla.) in the Cotton Bowl Classic, countless players have entered the portal, with defensive lineman Jarquez Carter being the newest.

Jan 2, 2026; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes forward Brandon Noel (14) blocks a shot by Rutgers Scarlet Knights guard Jamichael Davis (1) during the first half at Jersey Mike's Arena. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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The Ohio State Buckeyes have gotten major improvement from the forward play as the season has slowly advanced forward. One player who's been incredibly impactful is Brandon Noel, but they've just recently lost him to injury indefinitely.

Dec 30, 2025; Nashville, TN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini kicker David Olano (24) kicks the game winning field goal against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

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After missing big-time kicks over the past few seasons, the Ohio State Buckeyes headed into the 2025 offseason with one goal in mind: get a reliable kicker. On Sunday, Jan. 4, they offered Illinois transfer David Olano.

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) warms up with quarterback Lincoln Kienholz (3) and quarterback Tavien St. Clair (9) prior to the NCAA football game against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Nov. 22, 2025.

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After exiting the 2025 College Football Playoffs with a loss in the opening round against the Miami Hurricanes, the Buckeyes saw countless players enter the transfer portal. One entry that came as no surprise was backup Lincoln Kienholz.

Ohio State fans cheer during Script Ohio prior to the NCAA football game against the Michigan Wolverines at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Nov. 26, 2016.

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This article breaks down all the offseason transfer portal activity for The Ohio State University college football program, covering every departure, position-by-position impact, and what it means for the team's future.

Dec 31, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes kicker Jayden Fielding (38) attempts a field goal in the second quarter against the Miami Hurricanes during the 2025 Cotton Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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On Thursday, Jan. 1, the Buckeyes officially offered the nation's top available 2026 high school kicker, Jacobo Echeverria, out of Upper St. Clair, Pa. In his senior campaign, he knocked through17-of-18 field goals, with a long of 41 yards.

Ohio State Buckeyes kicker Jayden Fielding (38) reacts following a missed field goal during 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.

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The Ohio State Buckeyes were knocked out of the 2025 College Football Playoffs, with many former Buckeyes critical of the coaching decision to keep Jayden Fielding as the team's starting kicker amid struggles.

Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Bryce West (12) forces a fumble by Purdue Boilermakers quarterback Malachi Singleton (3) during the NCAA football game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. on Nov. 8, 2025. Ohio State won 34-10.

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On Thursday, Jan. 1, two defensive players, defensive back Bryce West and linebacker/defensive end CJ Hicks, declared that they would be entering the NCAA Transfer Portal and leave Columbus.

Cade Cracas

Joined: Sep 14, 2025

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