Zain Bando

Joined: Oct 14, 2025

Zain Bando is a Sports Desk writer for BIGPLAY with a focus on covering the Ohio State Buckeyes and Cleveland Browns. Bando has been with the On SI network since October 2023, contributing across the Illinois Fighting Illini on SI and the Kansas State on SI sites, among others. Currently, Bando serves as a staff writer and columnist for MMA Knockout on SI, as well as the recently launched WNBA section of On SI, with a focus on the Dallas Wings.

Former Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Urban Meyer broadcasts on Fox's Big Noon Kickoff prior to the NCAA football game between the Buckeyes and the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Mich. on Nov. 29, 2025.

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Despite rumblings, Ohio State legend Urban Meyer isn't fond of the possibility of Kalen DeBoer ditching Tuscaloosa for Ann Arbor.

Nov 26, 2022; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Michigan Wolverines head coach Jim Harbaugh watches from the sideline beside off-field analyst Connor Stalions, right, during the NCAA football game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium.

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Connor Stalions remains a polarizing figure in the Ohio State community regarding his previous association with Michigan.

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) reacts 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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Ryan Day spoke highly of his Heisman Trophy QB finalist in New York City Saturday night.

Dec 13, 2025; New York, NY, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin speaks to the media during a press conference at the New York Marriott Marquis before the presentation of the Heisman trophy. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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Despite a productive regular season, it wasn't enough for Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin to win the Heisman Trophy.

Indiana's Fernando Mendoza (15) gets loose before the Indiana versus Ohio State Big Ten Championship football game at Lucas Oil Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025.

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The Buckeyes were heartbroken Saturday night in Indianapolis.

Nov 29, 2025; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes defensive coordinator Matt Patricia celebrates after the game against the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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Defensive coordinator Matt Patricia has proven he can stay in Columbus under Ryan Day as long as he wants to.

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day leaves the field following the NCAA football game against the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Mich. on Nov. 29, 2025. Ohio State won 27-9.

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Ryan Day has a chance to keep knocking down dominoes should Ohio State beat Indiana in the Big Ten title game Saturday night.

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Carnell Tate (17) celebrates a first down catch beside Indiana Hoosiers defensive back Terry Jones Jr. (12) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Monday, Nov. 25, 2024. Ohio State won 38-15.

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The nation's top two teams finally face off. Here's everything to know ahead of Ohio State vs. Indiana.

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) attempts to catch a pass against Indiana Hoosiers defensive back D'Angelo Ponds (5) in the first half at Ohio Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio.

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Nearly three days sit between Ohio State and Indiana entering the Big Ten title game and a big metric may come into play by the time both teams take the field

Ohio State Buckeyes offensive coordinator Brian Hartline and head coach Ryan Day walk up the tunnel after warm ups during the NCAA football game against the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Mich. on Nov. 29, 2025. Ohio State won 27-9.

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Ahead of Saturday's Big Ten Championship, head coach Ryan Day didn't hold back when discussing the Ohio State Buckeyes losing their offensive coordinator.

Nov 28, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Indiana Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti looks on before the game against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

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Ryan Day doesn't view Curt Cignetti's tagline the same way the rest of the college football media does.

Indiana's Fernando Mendoza (15) passes during the Indiana versus Wisconsin football game at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025.

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Fernando Mendoza may an opportunity to win a title, but but had to give credit where credit is due.

Zain Bando

Joined: Oct 14, 2025

Michigan's Kyle Whittingham admits getting counsel from Urban Meyer

How one Julian Sayin pass changed entire trajectory of College Football Playoff

Why Ohio State's Cotton Bowl loss has unprecedented College Football Playoff history

Three things the Ohio State Buckeyes should wish for this Christmas

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Ohio State legend explains why Michigan will not land Kalen DeBoer

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Former Michigan staffer Connor Stalions reveals brutal Ohio State truth

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Ryan Day sends huge Heisman expectations for Ohio State QB Julian Sayin next year

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Ohio State QB Julian Sayin loses Heisman Trophy race

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How the Indiana Hoosiers shocked Ohio State in Big Ten title game

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Ohio State retaining DC Matt Patricia is critical for Ryan Day's success in Columbus

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Ryan Day's legacy at Ohio State looks solid ahead of Big Ten title game

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Ohio State vs. Indiana: spread, kickoff time, everything to know for Big Ten title game

Ohio State vs. Indiana strength of schedule outlook entering Big Ten title game

Ohio State coach Ryan Day reacts to Brian Hartline's departure from Buckeyes

Ryan Day uses iconic Curt Cignetti "Google Me" line before Big Ten title game

Fernando Mendoza's latest Ohio State cap tip shows how huge Big Ten title game is