Ohio State Football: How James Smith and Qua Russaw will Bolster Defensive Line

Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle James Smith (3) warms up during 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
April 10, 2026

Ryan Day and Matt Patricia utilized the transfer portal the bring in Alabama tandem James Smith and Qua Russaw to bolster the defensive line.  This past January, the Buckeyes hit the portal hard in search of experienced talent to reload a defense that will have a plethora of names announced early in the NFL draft. When evaluating any roster, there’s one position group that will always be prioritized above the…

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Ryan Day and Ohio State Football’s Culture Blueprint: “It Always Comes Down to People”

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April 8, 2026

Ryan Day is carrying the legacy of Ohio State football’s sustainability because of three things: foundation, people, and culture. COLUMBUS, Ohio – Legendary Ohio State coach and 5-time National Champion, Woody Hayes, preached a foundational message: “You win with people.” Decades later, Ryan Day and the Ohio State football program are still embracing that mantra. “It always comes down to people,” Day told reporters and The Silver Bulletin when asked…

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Ohio State Football: Ryan Day Gives Updates on Offensive Line, Players to Watch

Ohio State offensive lineman Carson Hinzman at spring practice | Image Credit: Ohio State Football
April 7, 2026

Ohio State football navigates spring practice with four returning starters, but major questions on the right side of the offensive line. Ohio State turned in a strong and productive 2025 season, but the right side of the offensive line remained a consistent weakness. The Buckeyes return four of five starters, with Tegra Tshabola being the lone departure after transferring to Kentucky for his final season. With Carson Hinzman, Luke Montgomery,…

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Buckeye Cadence: Ohio State Football Position Group Breakdown + Men’s Basketball Transfer Portal Targets

April 6, 2026

Buckeye Cadence: How is Ohio State’s roster shaping up according to Ryan Day? What was learned during the open practice? Breaking down Jake Diebler’s transfer portal strategy.  Blake Biscardi and Grant Kincaid sat down to process the latest from Ryan Day’s press conference, then turned their attention to an Ohio State basketball program that will look very different next season. Football: Ryan Day was direct about the cornerback situation, stating…

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Buckeye State of the Union: Open Practice Takeaways; Ryan Day’s Ohio State Spring Football Updates

Ohio State football team huddle at spring practice | Image Credit: Ohio State Football
April 6, 2026

Buckeye State of the Union: Blake Biscardi is joined by Dillon Davis to discuss the latest updates, injuries, and standouts as Ohio State moves through spring football practice.  Buckeye State of the Union presented by Hoggy’s BBQ & Catering: The Silver Bulletin’s Blake Biscardi is joined by the Delaware Gazette’s Dillon Davis, following Ryan Day’s press conference on Monday, April 6, 2026. Biscardi and Davis unpack Coach Day’s remarks and…

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Ohio State Football: Key Takeaways from James Laurinaitis and Keenan Bailey Availabilities

Ohio State LB Coach James Laurinaitis on April 2, 2026 | Image Credit: Blake Biscardi/The Silver Bulletin
April 2, 2026

The Silver Bulletin was at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center today following Ohio State’s seventh practice of the spring. Coaches James Laurinaitis and Keenan Bailey met with the media, as did players Christian Alliegro, TJ Alford, and Payton Pierce. Here are some key takeaways and insights from both coaches, starting with linebackers coach James Laurinaitis. Linebackers Coach: James Laurinaitis LB coach James Laurinaitis discussed his room and the Buckeyes’ replacements…

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Buckeye State of the Union: Brock Boyd & Earl Little Stock Rising; Ohio State Football Updates

March 31, 2026

Buckeye State of the Union: The Silver Bulletin’s Blake Biscardi reports from the Woody Hayes Athletic Center following Ryan Day’s press conference on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. The Silver Bulletin’s Blake Biscardi highlights two Buckeyes who lost their black stripes after Ohio State’s sixth spring football practice, discusses defensive standouts Earl Little Jr. and Jay Timmons, how Brock Boyd & Chris Henry Jr. can impact the wide receiver room, and…

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Buckeye Cadence: Why Ohio State’s WR Room is Leveling Up; Meet Cortez Hankton

Ohio State WR coach Cortez Hankton meets with media on Saturday, march 28, 2026 | Image Credit: Blake Biscardi/The Silver Bulletin
March 30, 2026

On this episode of Buckeye Cadence, Blake Biscardi and Grant Kincaid introduce Cortez Hankton, discuss why Ohio State WRs will level up, and provide Jeremiah Smith’s players to watch in 2026. Coach Hankton was very complimentary of Jeremiah, highlighting his “yearning” to be better and to be coached, as well as saying that he is “blessed and grateful” to be able to coach him. Hankton also already sees explosiveness downfield…

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Buckeyes in the UFL: Which Former Ohio State Players Stood Out in Week 1?

Ted Ginn Jr Looks At His New Team
March 30, 2026

Week one of the UFL season has come to a close. Many former Buckeyes took the field and represented a league with new ownership, new opportunities, and new hunger for success on the gridiron. Birmingham Stallions took victory over the Louisville Kings by a score of 15-13. Kings LB Steele Chambers put on a strong performance despite the loss, recording 8 total tackles and 1 interception. Chambers’ experience and football…

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Ohio State Football: Cortez Hankton and Jeremiah Smith Discuss Wide Receiver Room

Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith meets with media on Saturday, march 28, 2026 | Image Credit: Blake Biscardi/The Silver Bulletin
March 29, 2026

Ohio State WR coach Cortez Hankton and WR Jeremiah Smith met with the media to discuss the Buckeyes’ wide receiver room. The Silver Bulletin was the Woody Hayes Athletic Center following Ohio State’s fifth practice of the Spring, as Cortez Hankton and Jeremiah Smith met with the media on Saturday. Hear from the two Buckeyes as they give insights into Ohio State’s plan out wide for one of the deepest…

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