Ohio State-Miami Rematch? 2026 Season Could Set Stage for National Championship Showdown

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) celebrates a first down beside Miami Hurricanes defensive back Jakobe Thomas (8) during the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas for the College Football Playoff quarterfinal game on Dec. 31, 2025. Ohio State lost 24-14. | Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch
August 11, 2026

Miami exposed Ohio State in the 2025 Cotton Bowl. Now both teams have legitimate championship paths in 2026, and the changes each made could make a rematch even more fascinating. Miami’s 24-14 victory over Ohio State in the 2025 College Football Playoff quarterfinal was more than an upset. It was a blueprint, as the Hurricanes controlled the line of scrimmage, overwhelmed Ohio State up front, and forced the Buckeyes out…

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The Buzz Is Real: Why Ohio State True Freshman Jay Timmons Is Making Moves in Columbus

Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Jay Timmons (25) is wasting little time making a good impression. Adam Cairns / USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect
August 11, 2026

Jay Timmons is turning heads at nickel corner in Fall camp, and Jaylen McClain’s endorsement praises Ohio State’s freshman phenom. Ohio State didn’t sign Jay Timmons to sit on a bench and watch. The blue-chip freshman arrived as one of the country’s elite prospects for a reason, and six months into his career, his talent is on full display at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. The new 5-for-5 eligibility rule…

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Ohio State Football: Sights and Storylines from Day Two of Fall Camp

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August 7, 2026

With a slew of storms rolling through Columbus this morning, day two of fall camp was moved entirely indoors. That didn’t slow attendance down one bit, however, as it was a packed Woody Hayes Athletic Center.   Early on in practice, OSU began working on punts and punt returns. What immediately caught the eye of most everyone there was the fact that Jeremiah Smith was one of the dedicated returners….

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Ohio State Football: 3 Offensive Players to Watch in Fall Camp for the Buckeyes

Wide receiver Chris Henry Jr. (15) walks off the field in the rain after the Ohio State football spring game at Ohio Stadium on Saturday, April 18, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio. Samantha Madar/Columbus Dispatch
August 5, 2026

Discover three offensive players to watch in Ohio State’s fall camp, featuring true freshmen wide receivers Chris Henry Jr. and Brock Boyd. As Ohio State football officially opens fall camp, the energy in Columbus is palpable. Entering a high-stakes 2026 campaign featuring one of the nation’s most challenging schedules, the Buckeyes are tasked with reloading key positions. While established superstar receiver Jeremiah Smith anchors the offensive unit, the true intrigue…

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Three Things to Keep an Eye On in the 2026 Ohio State Running Back Room

July 31, 2026

  Ohio State’s running back room holds a lot of depth and is led by Bo Jackson. Here’s a breakdown of Carlos Locklyn’s unit.  The 2026 Ohio State Buckeyes will open their season on September 5th at home against Ball State, as they begin their quest to win their second national title in a three-year span. In the last breakdown, the quarterback room was discussed, breaking down what happened last…

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Buckeye Cadence: Full Ohio State Football Schedule Preview 2026; 3 Games That Define the Buckeyes Season

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day leads the first day of spring workouts for the 2026 football season at Woody Hayes Athletic Complex in Columbus on March 10, 2026. Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch, Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK Via Imagn Images
July 27, 2026

Game-by-game Ohio State football schedule predictions on this episode of Buckeye Cadence. Find out what the Buckeyes’ record will be in 2026. Ohio State football enters 2026 as a national title contender again, but this time, the road to the Playoff runs directly through Indiana. The Silver Bulletin’s Blake Biscardi and Grant Kincaid break down the full Ohio State 2026 schedule, game by game: the roster turnover on defense, the…

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Ohio State Football: Three Stories to Watch for in the Buckeyes 2026 Quarterback Room

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July 24, 2026

  As the 2026 college football season inches closer, here are three storylines to watch for in the Ohio State quarterback room. In an era where we see new faces under center every year for some schools, the 2026 Ohio State Buckeyes have the luxury of a familiar face taking snaps under center for them. Julian Sayin is back and ready for another big year in his second year as…

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Defensive Boot Camp: Inside Ohio State’s Physical Shift and Jake Diebler’s Dialed-Up Intensity

Ohio State basketball practice 07.21.26 | Image Credit: Blake Biscardi/The Silver Bulletin
July 22, 2026

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…

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Pick Six Previews Ranks Ohio State No. 2 Nationally, Predicts Another Playoff Run in 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) catches a touchdown pass in front of Penn State Nittany Lions cornerback Elliot Washington II (9) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Nov. 1, 2025. | Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
July 21, 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…

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Ohio State Recruiting: BOOM! Elite Four-Star Defensive Lineman Karlos May Commits to Ohio State

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July 18, 2026

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…

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