Ohio State basketball is undergoing a gritty defensive identity shift under Jake Diebler, turning up the practice intensity to build toughness for the upcoming season. COLUMBUS, Ohio – If the early returns from Ohio State’s summer practices are any indication, Jake Diebler has the Buckeyes undergoing a fundamental identity shift, beginning on defense. Following a game-like mid-week workout on the hardwood, head coach Jake Diebler pulled back the curtain on…
Pick Six Previews Ranks Ohio State No. 2 Nationally, Predicts Another Playoff Run in 2026
Pick Six Previews ranks Ohio State No. 2 nationally and predicts another College Football Playoff Run in 2026. Ohio State enters the 2026 season with a target on its back, and Brett Ciancia of Pick Six Previews is buying in. In his 2026 season preview, Ciancia slots the Buckeyes at No. 2 in the Big Ten and No. 2 overall nationally, betting that Ryan Day’s program can reload once again…
Ohio State Basketball: Two Five-Stars Enter the Program for First Time in Over a Decade
Aside from the influx of talent from the transfer portal, Jake Diebler and his staff have landed two of the most talented freshmen for Ohio State in more than a decade. Anthony Thompson and LJ Smith add a dynamic layer to this roster that has been sorely missed. Diebler commented on the incoming class, saying, “I think it speaks more about what recruits and what people think about our program…
Ohio State Recruiting: BOOM! Elite Four-Star Defensive Lineman Karlos May Commits to Ohio State
BOOM! Ohio State adds a massive recruit to its 2027 class as four-star DL Karlos May joins the Buckeyes, boosting its defensive talent. The Ohio State defensive line just got a major injection of talent. Highly touted four-star prospect Karlos May announced his commitment to the Buckeyes on Saturday. May chose Ohio State over Georgia, Auburn, and Florida State to cap off a high-stakes recruitment and provide a massive cornerstone…
Ohio State Athletics: Schottenstein Center Announces Major Video Board Upgrades for 2026 Season
Ohio State announced plans for a major video board upgrade at the Schottenstein Center, which will be in place for the 2026 winter season. COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Schottenstein Center is undergoing a significant technological transformation this summer to revitalize the game-day atmosphere for Ohio State basketball and hockey fans. Ohio State Athletics announced Wednesday that the arena is being outfitted with a suite of high-definition LED video displays, a…
NBA Summer League: Former Buckeyes Bruce Thornton & Malaki Branham Shining Early
The NBA Summer League is in full swing. A couple of former Buckeyes have made waves recently for their strong play throughout the Summer League.
Buckeye Cadence: Key Decisions Loom for Ohio State’s Top Targets in 2027 Recruiting Class
Ohio State recruiting updates: get the latest on Karlos May, David Gabriel Georges, and Brady Edmunds as top prospects make their decisions. The 2027 recruiting class for Ohio State is hitting a pivotal stretch, with several high-profile decisions arriving in the coming days. In the latest episode of Buckeye Cadence, Blake Biscardi sat down with recruiting expert TJ Warner to break down the current landscape, the status of key targets,…
Ohio State Baseball: Seattle Mariners Draft Catcher Mason Eckelman, Sign Shortstop Henry Kaczmar
Two Ohio State Buckeyes have a professional home as catcher Mason Eckelman was drafted in the eighth round, and shortstop Henry Kaczmar signed with the Seattle Mariners. COLUMBUS, Ohio — Mason Eckelman was selected by the Seattle Mariners in the eighth round of the 2026 MLB Draft with the 250th overall pick. Now his cousin, Henry Kaczmar, is joining him, signing with Seattle as an undrafted free agent. The two…
Ohio State Basketball: Significant Depth and Raw Talent Added to a 2026 Team Eager to Return Program to National Prominence
Following an NCAA Tournament run in 2025, Ohio State Basketball added the pieces to return the program to national prominence. Through graduation, the NBA draft, and the transfer portal, Ohio State basketball lost six of the key contributors from 2025. While roster turnover is part of the transient nature of modern-day college sports, Jake Diebler and his staff had the added challenge of filling the void left by the program’s…
Bunch of Nuts Podcast 7/13: Tyson Gentry Shares His Book Once A Buckeye
Please like and subscribe to our YouTube Channel! We welcome former Ohio State punter and wide receiver, Tyson Gentry! Tyson shares his experiences as a Buckeye and his new book, “Once a Buckeye.” We discuss life under coach Jim Tressel. Tyson also gives his thoughts on the program’s special teams. Tune in to this episode as we kick off season 9 of the podcast! Apple Spotify Twitter Previous Episodes