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COLUMBUS, Ohio — Brandon Inniss has earned another distinction as he enters the 2026 season at Ohio State. Head coach Ryan Day announced Saturday that Inniss has been selected as the Buckeyes’ 2026 Block “O” recipient, an honor voted on annually by members of the Ohio State football program. The Block “O” was established in honor of Ohio State legend Bill Willis and represents the qualities Willis embodied throughout his…

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Matt Patricia knows what Ohio State’s defense was capable of last season. Now, he’s focused on finding out what this year’s group can become. The Buckeyes return just four defensive starters from last year’s team, leaving Patricia with another significant personnel turnover to navigate in his second season as Ohio State’s defensive coordinator. But Patricia isn’t approaching the 2026 season by trying to recreate last year’s defense.…

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State is now nine practices into its fall camp ahead of the season opener against Ball State on Sept. 5. Head coach Ryan Day met with reporters for his first press conference of the season on Saturday morning. You can find the highlights of what was said below. Ryan Day +On whether he is taking more of a CEO role this year, Day said he feels…

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State offensive coordinator Arthur Smith met with the media following practice Wednesday  as the Buckeyes continue preparations for the 2026 season. Smith, who is entering his first season as Ohio State’s offensive coordinator after spending the past several years in the NFL, discussed the development of the Buckeyes’ offense, the ongoing competition at several positions, and what he has seen from his players early in preseason…

COLUMBUS, Ohio —One of the most accomplished quarterbacks in Ohio State history is officially headed for another Buckeye honor. J.T. Barrett will be inducted into the Ohio State Athletics Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2026, the university announced Friday. Barrett is one of nine former Buckeye standouts who will be enshrined this fall. The class also includes Katie Borchers, Diane Dixon, Jincy Dunne, Danielle Meyer, Oyesade…

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Three practices into Ohio State’s preseason camp, there are still far more questions than answers. That is to be expected. The Buckeyes have only recently put the pads on, and the coaching staff is still moving players around to figure out what its best combinations look like. Saturday’s practice provided the first real dose of physicality, with the defense generally having the better of team drills and…

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The preseason honors continue to pile up for Ohio State. As the Buckeyes get underway with fall camp, Ohio State continues to add players to national award watch lists and preseason All-America teams. The latest recognition came Monday, when long snapper Dalton Riggs was named to the 2026 Patrick Mannelly Award Watch List. That followed a week that also saw kicker Connor Hawkins earn a spot on…

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State continued fall camp Saturday with its third practice at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. Following practice, quarterback Julian Sayin and safety Jaylen McClain met with the media to discuss the Buckeyes’ progress, competition within their position groups and the start of the 2026 season. Watch both player interviews along with highlights from Saturday’s practice below. Julian Sayin Jaylen McClain

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State knew it had plenty of talent in its running back room entering fall camp. It may have more competition than expected. Through the first two practices of camp, sophomore Isaiah West has been one of the names generating attention. West has worked primarily with the first-team offense alongside quarterback Julian Sayin, while returning starter Bo Jackson has also continued to receive significant work with the…

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State continued fall camp Friday morning with its second practice of the preseason at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. Following practice, the Buckeyes spoke with the media about the start of camp, position battles, new teammates and what they’re looking to accomplish as the season approaches. Tight end Nate Roberts, safety Earl Little Jr., defensive end Kenyatta Jackson Jr. and running back Bo Jackson answered questions…

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State held its first fall camp practice Thursday morning at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. Following practice, head coach Ryan Day and several Buckeye players met with the media to discuss the start of camp. Watch those interviews, along with highlights from Practice No. 1, below. Ryan Day OL Luke Montgomery LB Payton Pierce Practice Sights and Sounds Photo via Ohio State Dept. of Athletics.