The Ohio State football team kicks off its 2026 season at home against the Ball State Cardinals. Let’s preview the matchup on Saturday. Tomorrow, the Ohio State Buckeyes will open their 2026 season by taking on the Cardinals of Ball State. One of two MAC opponents early in the year, Ball State will serve as an important preparation game for a top-ten matchup in Austin, Texas next week. With that…
3 Things to Watch as Ohio State Opens 2026 Season vs. Ball State
Ball State won’t provide Ohio State with its toughest test, but the opener offers an early look at several important storylines. Ohio State is heavily favored by 50.5 points against Ball State on Saturday, and that’s part of the problem when evaluating the Buckeyes in Week 1. The Cardinals aren’t likely to test Ohio State across all three phases, but the season opener can still provide some early answers to…
Ohio State Basketball: Jared Sullinger Joining Men’s Basketball Staff as Director of Player Development
Former Ohio State forward Jared Sullinger is joining Jake Diebler’s coaching staff as Director of Player Development, the program announced on Thursday. One of Ohio State’s most decorated players, Jared Sullinger, is returning to Columbus in a new capacity following the conclusion of his playing career. The former Buckeye will serve as the basketball team’s Director of Player Development this season, a new position for the program. Sullinger released a…
Ohio State Football: Legend Bey Earned Back Trust, Expected to be Buckeyes’ Kickoff Returner
After navigating the challenges of moving from quarterback to running back and missing time in camp, Legend Bey has earned the coaching staff’s confidence and an opportunity to make an impact Saturday. While there were some early hurdles, such as a minor injury in the Spring and missing the first two days of Fall Camp for violating team rules, Legend Bey’s response to them ultimately helped earn the trust of…
Bunch of Nuts Podcast 9/3: Ohio State vs Ball State Preview
Please like and subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Ohio State is set to open the season against Ball State! Dan and Cass preview the first game of the year! Will the Buckeyes push the tempo in the first game or save it for Texas? Where can Ball State find success in a game they are heavily outmatched? We give our thoughts on Ball State’s electric quarterback Keldric Luster and highlight…
Ohio State Football 2026 Season Predictions: TSB Staff Picks for the Buckeyes
The Silver Bulletin’s staff gives their 2026 season predictions for Ohio State ahead of its Week 1 matchup against Ball State. Sometimes overthinking makes its way into football. But for Ohio State in 2026, all Julian Sayin has to do is “Get the Ball to 4,” right? Having Jeremiah Smith is the ultimate weapon in college football this season, serving as a trump card for the Buckeyes at all times….
College Football Season Predictions: CFP Brackets, National Champions, and Conference Champs
Blake Biscardi and Conner Smith give their 2026 College Football season predictions, conference championship game picks, and CFP brackets. The 2026 college football season is here, and Saturday Cadence is back with Blake Biscardi and Conner Smith making predictions for how the race to the College Football Playoff will unfold. Conner Smith (@CSmithMedia) of Buckeye Huddle joined me to discuss the biggest storylines entering the season, from transfer portal spending…
Ohio State Football: Carson Hinzman Discusses “Hypothetical” Starting Offensive Line for Buckeyes
Ohio State has not officially announced its starting offensive line, but the competition has effectively been settled. Last Wednesday, Austin Siereveld appeared to reveal the direction Ohio State was headed along the offensive line when he spoke about playing right guard. While nothing has been officially announced, Carson Hinzman jokingly discussed the “hypothetical” starting five for the Buckeyes on Tuesday, when asked by reporters: The starting unit will “hypothetically” consist…
Ohio State Football: 3 Players Poised to Break Out Against Ball State
The Ohio State Buckeyes are just days away from their week one matchup against Ball State in Columbus. Here are 3 players who could break out on Saturday. Ryan Day and his staff have been working meticulously behind the scenes for this moment, filling roster holes, adapting the game plan, and assessing how each new addition will fit the team. As week one approaches, the Buckeyes will look to these…
Buckeye Football: Ohio State’s Defensive Depth Chart Predictions for 2026 Season
Here’s a prediction for the Ohio State depth chart on defense as Matt Patricia replaces seven starters as we enter game week. The blend of depth and young talent on Matt Patricia’s defense has me and the coaching staff optimistic. Patricia’s ability to hand-pick more of his own players lends credence to the potential of this unit as well. Coming from the “do your job” school of Bill Belichick, this…