Ohio State Buckeyes: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

College Football News / College Football Talk / August 20

Buckeyes seek to make their own legacy in 2025 instead of being defending champs

Ohio State coach Ryan Day has tried to make one thing clear: This season’s team is the 2025 Buckeyes, not the defending national champions.

College Football News / Sporting News / August 20

Insider predicts new Ohio State QB won't miss a beat from Will Howard

The Ohio State Buckeyes got everything you could want from a transfer last year with Will Howard, but he's gone now. In his place is Julian Sayin, and that might actually be the best reason for optimism.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Sporting News / August 20

Jeremiah Smith adds fuel to Ohio State-Michigan rivalry fire with latest comment

Safe to say, Ohio State wideout Jeremiah Smith is not a Michigan fan.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / August 20

Where the Ohio State Buckeyes Turn after Losing Out on Savion Hiter

The Ohio State Buckeyes lost out on Savion Hiter. That's not even the worst part. The worst part is that he's headed to Michigan. Hiter is widely seen as the best running back in the Class of 2026 and had the Buckeyes among his final four.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / NIL on SI / August 20

$4.2 million WR Jeremiah Smith makes bold promise before 2025 season

Ohio State superstar Jeremiah Smith accomplished just about everything he could have as a true freshman, but a win over hated rival Michigan still looms as a challenge to overcome.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / August 20

ESPN’s Paul Finebaum sneaks in a shot at former Ohio State HC Urban Meyer when discussing the state of the Buckeyes

Ryan Day has Ohio State football operating at the highest level it has been in years. The Buckeyes’ head coach is 70-10 and coming off a national championship run that capped off a special season.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / August 20

How Ohio State Can Use Jeremiah Smith's New ESPN Ranking On Recruiting Trail

Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith is widely regarded as the best player in college football heading into the 2025 season. That shouldn't be surprising, either, because the Buckeyes' star is coming off a freshman season that saw him catch 76 passes for 1,315 yards and 15 touchdowns.

College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / August 20

Julian Sayin Named Ohio State Starter: What It Means for the Buckeyes

The quarterback battle in Columbus, Ohio is over. Ryan Day has handed the keys to Julian Sayin, who will lead Ohio State into the season opener against Arch Manning and Texas.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / CFB-HQ on SI / August 19

College football repeat champs: Ohio State could make history in 2025

Only two college football teams have ever begun the season in the No. 1 position in the AP rankings and won the national championship. That could be good news for Ohio State, college football’s reigning champs, which debuted at No.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / August 19

Ohio State Buckeyes’ costly addition is on the brink of looking like he chose the wrong school to transfer to

Not only did Ryan Day name Julian Sayin the starting quarterback of the Ohio State Buckeyes on Monday, but he also revealed his key protector at left tackle.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / August 19

Former Ohio State assistant deals devastating blow to Buckeyes as nation's top recruit opts for biggest rival

The Ohio State Buckeyes didn't feel like favorites for five-star top running back Savion Hiter, but the worst-case scenario was even more painful than simply missing on him.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / August 18

Ohio State's Ryan Day Reveals How Lincoln Kienholz Reacted To Starting QB News

The No. 3 Ohio State Buckeyes have their starting quarterback. It was a tough battle and a close contest, but head coach Ryan Day announced on Monday that redshirt freshman Julian Sayin beat out redshirt sophomore Lincoln Kienholz for the starting gig.

Ryan Day News / Larry Brown Sports / August 18

Ryan Day has telling response to Michigan punishment

Ohio State coach Ryan Day essentially went out of his way to avoid having to discuss the NCAA’s punishment over the Michigan sign-stealing scandal. Day held a press conference on Monday, but before any reporters even had the chance to ask, the Buckeyes coach went out of his way to shut down questions about the topic.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Pro Football Rumors / August 18

Steelers sign new long snapper after recent injury

Christian Kuntz exited the Steelers’ second preseason game due to injury. The veteran long snapper is now set to miss time. Kuntz suffered an injury to his sternum on Saturday, and Mark Kaboly of the Pat McAfee Show reports it is believed to be broken.

Quinshon Judkins News / Larry Brown Sports / August 18

Quinshon Judkins may not join Browns anytime soon

Despite being in the clear legally, running back Quinshon Judkins does not appear close to joining the Cleveland Browns. Judkins remains officially unsigned and the Browns have not yet been able to reach a deal with him.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Total Apex Sports / August 18

Ohio State Buckeyes Name Starting Quarterback As They Prepare For 2025 Season Opener

The waiting is over in Columbus. After months of speculation and a grueling quarterback competition that stretched from spring practice through fall camp, Ryan Day finally made the call that Buckeye Nation has been dying to hear.