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DAILY LINEUP · WED · SEP 2 · OSU

**Ohio State opens as the #1 team in the country — here's what you need to know before Saturday.** - **Ohio State** hosts Ball State Saturday in the season opener, with Ryan Day addressing the team's preparation this week - **Ohio State QB** situation gets an update just four days before kickoff — watch for starter confirmation - **Buckeyes** depth chart predictions are rolling in ahead of Week 1, with all eyes on key position battles - **Former OSU national champion** transitions to coaching, joining a Connecticut high school football staff - **CBS Sports** has Week 1 picks out — Ohio State heavily favored over Ball State as the nation's top-ranked team **Watch:** Does the QB situation get fully resolved before Saturday's opener against Ball State? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · SEP 1 · OSU

**Ohio State enters 2025 as the preseason No. 1 — here's your Buckeyes morning briefing.** - **Ohio State** opens as the consensus preseason No. 1 per CBS Sports NCAA Football rankings - **OSU vs. Ball State** kicks off September 5 — TV channel and streaming options now confirmed via NYT - **OSU vs. Oregon** has an official kickoff time and TV channel set for what should be a marquee showdown - **4-star WR (2028)** has scheduled an official visit to Columbus — Buckeyes recruiting pipeline stays busy - **4-star CB from California** has Ohio State in his final cut — secondary depth could get a major boost **Watch:** Can OSU meet the "successful regular season" bar with a Week 1 statement against Ball State before the Oregon test looms? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · AUG 31 · OSU

**Ohio State opens as a favorite, NFL roster cuts are in, and Day takes heat — here's your Buckeyes morning.** - **Ohio State vs. Ball State** — Opening point spread is out; Buckeyes are heavy favorites in their season opener - **59 former Buckeyes** — Made final 53-man NFL rosters, one of the strongest pipelines in college football - **Ryan Day** — Hall of Fame coach goes on record saying Day "hasn't apologized," raising questions heading into the season - **Brandon Inniss** — Ohio State drops his "Legacy of the Block O" feature, hyping the receiver's 2024 potential - **'Defend the Shoe' Episode 1** — The new Ohio State football documentary is live; worth a watch before the season kicks off **What to watch:** Ryan Day's response to the criticism — tone heading into Week 1 matters. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · AUG 30 · OSU

**Ohio State fall camp wraps with questions and hype heading into 2025.** - **OSU Football:** Five key takeaways emerge from fall camp as the Buckeyes prep to defend their national title - **OSU Rankings:** New York Post projects Ohio State in 2026 playoff picture, Buckeyes already on early watch lists - **OSU Secondary:** DB Dominick Kelly flagged as a rising star and future cornerstone of the Buckeye defense - **OSU Offense:** National champ sounds alarm on Jeremiah Smith and the receiving corps, raising concerns others aren't talking about **What to watch:** Whether the red flags around Smith and the offense are real or just offseason noise when camp depth charts drop. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · AUG 29 · OSU

**Buckeyes are the Big Ten's team to beat heading into 2026.** - **Ohio State** picked as favorites to win the 2026 Big Ten title, per multiple outlets - **Ohio State** lands alongside Notre Dame and Texas atop Kalshi's National Championship prediction market - **Big Ten** viewed as bigger threat than SEC heading into next cycle, with OSU leading the charge - **Ohio State** faces questions about navigating a brutal schedule on the road back to the CFP final - **OSU transfers** drawing attention — which departing Buckeye makes the biggest impact elsewhere? **Watch:** How Ohio State fills key roster holes this offseason will determine if the title hype holds up. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · AUG 28 · OSU

Julian Sayin, Jeremiah Smith drama, and a recruit battle heating up — your Buckeyes morning brief. • **Ohio State** — ESPN tabs Julian Sayin as a breakout candidate to watch this season • **Ohio State** — Captains met with media; leadership setting the tone heading into fall camp • **Ohio State** — California recruit recruitment being challenged by a surprise Big Ten program • **Ohio State** — Jeremiah Smith sends strong message of confidence in Arthur Smith's offense • **Ohio State** — Included in 2026 CFP projections alongside Indiana and Notre Dame per NBC Sports • **Ohio State/OHSAA** — Jamier Brown suspended, NIL bylaw violations reportedly the cause **What to watch:** Which Big Ten school is making a serious push for that California recruit — and whether OSU can hold the lead. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · AUG 27 · OSU

**Ohio State Morning Briefing** - **OSU Football** — Suites unveiled for 2026 season, with premium packages starting at $142,000 - **OSU Recruiting** — Black stripe removals rolling in as freshmen earn their Buckeye stripes in camp - **OSU Offense** — Starting O-line beginning to take shape ahead of the season opener - **OSU NIL** — Julian Sayin's deal revealed as a massive bargain relative to his top-QB talent level - **OSU Schedule** — Week 0 options emerging for fans hungry for early college football action **Watch for:** Which O-line starters lock in their spots as fall camp competition heats up. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · AUG 26 · OSU

**Ohio State Morning Briefing** - **Black Stripe Alert:** Another OSU freshman earns their stripes, signaling early camp progress - **Ryan Day:** Coach addresses the new reality of NFL vets returning to college ball — "We're in a different world" - **Schedule Breakdown:** A-to-Z Sports projects all 12 regular season outcomes — gauntlet ahead for the Buckeyes - **Herbstreit Snub:** Kirk leaves OSU out of his National Championship prediction — bulletin board material secured - **OL Watch:** Ian Moore's emergence could anchor what becomes an elite Buckeye offensive line in 2025 - **Captain Talk:** Fans debating which Buckeye deserves to join the 2026 captain group — conversation heating up **Watch:** Whether Ryan Day's roster — NFL returnees and all — can silence Herbstreit when the lights come on this fall. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · AUG 25 · OSU

**Ohio State is making moves this offseason — here's where things stand.** - **OSU football:** Special teamer sheds black stripe, earning his place on the roster - **OSU football:** Ryan Day calls transfer portal "frustrating" but stays active in the market - **OSU offense:** Arthur Smith's scheme could be a perfect fit in Columbus - **OSU football:** Day weighs in on NFL players potentially returning to college football - **OSU football:** 2026 Big Ten schedule released with dates, times, and TV info - **OSU football:** Early season predictions and key games that could define the 2026 run **Watch:** How Day navigates the portal and fills remaining roster spots this offseason. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · AUG 24 · OSU

**Ohio State Football Names Seven Captains, QB Battle Heats Up Ahead of 2026 Opener** - **Ohio State Football** — Seven team captains named for 2026 season, led by Ryan Day's announcement - **Ohio State Football** — Second fall camp scrimmage complete; early buzz emerging from practice reports - **Ohio State Football** — Julian Sayin's Buckeyes will face [opponent] in season opener, matchup details revealed - **Ohio State Basketball** — 2026-27 nonconference schedule finalized for men's program - **Ohio State** — Blood drive set to be hosted at Ohio Stadium Watch to see who emerges from fall camp as the clear QB1 heading into the opener. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · AUG 23 · OSU

**Your Ohio State Morning Briefing** - **OSU Football:** Buckeyes name captains for the 2026 season — leadership core is set - **OSU Football:** Brandon Inniss earns the Block O honor for 2026 — a major recognition for the WR - **OSU Football:** Two key takeaways emerge from the new-look Buckeyes defense heading into next season - **OSU Football:** Ryan Day admits it's "a little awkward" bringing son RJ to rival school recruiting visits - **OSU Basketball:** UConn adds Ohio State to its 2025-26 schedule — another marquee non-conference clash incoming **Watch:** How the new defensive scheme takes shape this fall camp. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · AUG 22 · OSU

**Ohio State is generating serious buzz heading into the season.** - **OSU QB commit** dropped a jaw-dropping stat line in his season opener, keeping the recruiting pipeline elite - **Nick Saban** got brutally honest about his brief, turbulent tenure as Ohio State head coach - **ESPN analyst** made a bold claim about the Buckeyes' ceiling this season — believe it or not - **ESPN preseason rankings** have Ohio State sitting with sky-high expectations entering 2024 - **NFL Draft projections** place Ohio State among the most historically loaded rosters for prospect talent **Watch:** How OSU navigates non-conference play will set the tone — and the expectations are enormous. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · AUG 21 · OSU

**Buckeyes busy in the offseason — here's what's moving.** - **OSU WRs** land a group endorsement deal that even top recruit Jeremiah Smith isn't part of - **Jeremiah Smith** featured in deep-dive profile on how OSU's best player is still developing his game - **OSU WR commit Jamier Brown** suspended two games by OHSAA before he even sets foot in Columbus - **OSU men's basketball** eyes Mount Vernon native to provide a boost up front next season - **2026 OSU schedule** is out — dates, opponents, and TV info now locked in for the Buckeyes' full slate - **Early 2026 CFP odds** include OSU among the 20 biggest games on the board **Watch to see if the Jamier Brown suspension affects OSU's WR recruiting depth heading into signing day.** The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · AUG 20 · OSU

**Ohio State roundup: Ryan Day taking heat, schedules dropping** - **Buckeyes football** – The Athletic ranked Ryan Day below several peers in its coach tier list - **Pat McAfee** – Trolled Day over OSU's preseason ranking, keeping the discourse loud this offseason - **OSU basketball** – Buckeyes land home-and-home series with UConn men's hoops - **2026-27 hoops schedule** – Five key takeaways from Ohio State's full nonconference slate - **2025 stadium guide** – Everything fans need to know before attending an OSU game this fall **Watch:** How Day responds to the noise once fall camp opens. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · AUG 19 · OSU

**Buckeyes stack preseason hardware as Maryland week arrives.** - **Ohio State** lands two AP preseason All-Americans, cementing national respect heading into fall - **Ohio State** adds two more preseason All-American nods via CBS Sports — recognition piling up fast - **Ohio State** 2029 receiver commit Austin Miller earns his first On3 ranking, future pipeline looking sharp - **Ohio State** CFP path analyzed amid early Top 25 shuffling — margin for error remains thin - **Ohio State** faces Maryland in Week 6 — opponent preview is out and the Terps get their scouting report **Watch how OSU's preseason hype translates when the Buckeyes open against a Maryland defense that's been quietly retooling.** The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · AUG 18 · OSU

**Ohio State opens as a preseason Top 25 co-favorite with Oregon breathing down their necks.** - **Ohio State/Oregon:** Buckeyes and Ducks land 1-2 in AP preseason Top 25, setting up a marquee November 7 showdown - **Big Ten preview:** Oregon-Ohio State clash already circled as the conference's defining regular-season game - **Ohio State roster:** Buckeyes among the 7 most expensive college football rosters heading into 2026 - **The Shoe:** AD Ross Bjork rolling out changes to game-day atmosphere at Ohio Stadium this fall - **Theme days:** OSU announces themed game days for home football schedule this season - **Streaming:** Sling TV confirmed as an option to catch Buckeyes games if you're cutting the cord **Watch November 7 — Ohio State vs. Oregon could decide the Big Ten before Thanksgiving.** The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · AUG 17 · OSU

**Buckeyes are all over the preseason award lists this morning.** - **Ohio State** lands two players on ESPN's preseason All-American team - **Ohio State** puts three on the Lombardi Award preseason watch list - **Ohio State** defensive back earns a spot on the Allstate Wuerffel Trophy watch list - **Ohio State** projected inside CBS Sports' preseason AP Top 25 ahead of 2026 season - **Ohio State** drops the official 2026 team photo — new year, new squad - **Ohio State** weighing a potential reunion with Christoph Tilly as roster building continues *Watch for the full CBS Sports Top 25 projection to drop and where OSU lands.* The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · AUG 16 · OSU

**Buckeyes collecting hardware nominations before a snap is taken** - **OSU kicker** lands on Lou Groza preseason watch list for 2026 - **OSU center** earns Rimington Trophy preseason recognition - **OSU tight end** named to John Mackey Award preseason watch list - **Two OSU defenders** make the Bronko Nagurski preseason watch list - **OSU backfield** features an emerging position battle with a new offensive wrinkle - **Nine practices in**, NYT breaks down what's being said out of Buckeyes camp What to watch: Who wins the RB1 job and whether camp buzz matches the award-season hype. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · AUG 15 · OSU

**Ohio State shifts Senior Day, NFL love, and rivalry history — here's your Buckeyes morning brief.** - **Ohio State** moves Senior Day from the Michigan rivalry game to the season-opening Week 1 matchup vs. Ball State - **Ohio State vs. Penn State** rivalry gets the historical deep-dive treatment as college football's biggest matchups draw fresh attention - **Ohio State** earns high praise from an NFL insider, who says pro teams adore the program's player development pipeline - **Ohio State** season opener vs. Ball State now doubles as the official Senior Day celebration at Ohio Stadium **What to watch:** How players respond to the Senior Day shake-up — and whether the Michigan game loses any emotional edge because of it. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · AUG 14 · OSU

**Ohio State morning hit — here's what's moving** - **Buckeyes recruiting** — Five-star 2028 hooper set to visit Columbus this fall as receiver pipeline stays hot - **OSU defense** — DC Matt Patricia addressed fall camp in press conference; scheme and depth in focus - **Texas LB beef** — Transfer linebacker takes shot at Ohio State ahead of Week 2 showdown - **Buckeyes honored** — Sayin and Smith earn ESPN Preseason All-American recognition - **Fall camp intel** — Three key takeaways surfaced from Week 1 of Ohio State's camp - **Motivated opponent** — Texas WR Rasheem Biles calls out the Buckeyes: "I ain't trying to be a Buckeye" **Watch for:** How OSU's defense responds to the bulletin-board noise when Texas comes to town. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · AUG 13 · OSU

Ohio State is busy on all fronts this offseason. - **OSU Hoops:** Buckeyes travel to Puerto Rico for exhibition trip and behind-the-scenes team bonding - **OSU Football:** Big Ten schedule could feature a Week 14 sleeper matchup that threatens "The Game" stakes - **OSU Football:** Utah's Whittingham made comments about Ohio State that are already stirring up Michigan fans - **OSU Football:** Column argues Ryan Day enters this season without significant pressure on his shoulders - **OSU Recruiting:** Buckeyes and Tennessee locked in early battle for a 5-star prospect at a school familiar to both programs **What to watch:** Whether OSU's Puerto Rico trip translates to early hoops chemistry when the real games begin. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · AUG 12 · OSU

**Ohio State fall camp is already delivering drama and intrigue.** - **OSU RB:** Star running back sliding to second-team reps — a storyline worth watching closely - **OSU RB Ja'Kobi Jackson:** Becomes first Buckeye to shed the black stripe, signaling early camp standout status - **OSU recruits:** Bryce Underwood downplays the Michigan rivalry, calling it "just another game" — Wolverines fans are not pleased - **OSU fall camp:** Three standouts emerging early per SI; mixed reviews from 247Sports on the first three practices - **OSU recruiting:** Underwood's Ohio State comment is fueling chatter on both sides of the rivalry **Watch:** Whether the star RB's second-team reps are a blip or the start of a real depth chart shakeup. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · AUG 11 · OSU

**Buckeyes camp is open and the preseason hype is real.** - **Ohio State** players checked into hotel for the start of preseason football camp - **Ohio State** Three Buckeyes land on On3's preseason All-America team - **Ohio State QB Julian Sayin** gave fans exactly the Arthur Smith take they wanted to hear - **Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham** says beating Ohio State is his top priority this season - **Indiana & Miami** may be flying under the radar headed into the college football season **Watch:** How the Buckeyes' preseason camp depth chart shakes out at key positions. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · AUG 10 · OSU

**Ohio State woke up eating good — here's your Buckeyes briefing.** - **Recruiting:** OSU lands No. 1 star QB, beating out Michigan and Georgia in a $457K commitment - **Preseason honors:** Three Buckeyes named to Sporting News preseason All-American teams - **Rivalry:** Michigan coaches are openly rattled talking about the Ohio State matchup - **Player spotlight:** Luke Montgomery looking to cap his Buckeye career with a strong final season - **Depth incoming:** Freshman class ceiling debate is real — loaded group expected to contribute early **Watch to see if the new QB commit makes it official on signing day and which Buckeyes crack the final All-American lists.** The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · AUG 9 · OSU

**Ohio State camp is heating up — here's what you missed.** - **Buckeyes QB Julian Sayin** returns bigger and stronger, locked in for a big Year 2 under center - **Buckeyes WR room** taking shape as Sayin singles out Devin McCuin in camp competition - **Buckeyes CB Jay Timmons** flashing five-star talent, looking like an immediate-impact player in preseason - **Buckeyes recruiting** lands another five-star QB commitment, adding elite depth to the pipeline - **Buckeyes blue-chippers** across the board primed to contribute right away this season - **Buckeyes camp** wraps final open preseason practice with five key takeaways making the rounds **Watch:** How Sayin and the WR depth chart shake out before the opener. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · AUG 8 · OSU

**Ohio State morning briefing — here's what you missed.** - **Ohio State football** — Ryan Day flags the offensive line as the top concern coming out of first 2026 practice - **Buckeyes tickets** — 2026 home schedule has affordable options; Columbus Dispatch breaks down the best value games - **Ohio State Athletics** — J.T. Barrett headlines the nine-member 2026 Hall of Fame induction class - **Big Ten hoops** — Penn State's Josh Reed cleared for a fifth season of eligibility, adding depth to a Buckeyes rival **What to watch:** How Day addresses the O-line depth chart as spring work continues. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · AUG 7 · OSU

**Ohio State kicks off preseason camp — here's what you missed** • **OSU RBs** looked sharp in first preseason drills, with backs drawing early attention on Day 1 • **OSU WRs** showed loaded depth at receiver, with standout moments seen and heard at camp — NYT • **OSU freshman** handed punishment by Ryan Day for unspecified team rules violation • **OSU RB Legend Bey** officially suspended for team rules violation per The Spun • **OSU CFP outlook** being debated early — CBS Sports breaks down their playoff chances **Watch:** How Ryan Day handles the discipline situation and who steps up at RB with Bey out. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · AUG 6 · OSU

**Ohio State waking up with momentum heading into fall camp.** - **Buckeyes | Coaching:** Ryan Day credits Urban Meyer lessons for navigating the Chip Kelly and Brian Hartline departures - **Buckeyes | WR:** Jeremiah Smith's legacy already cementing itself and still growing in Columbus - **Buckeyes | Recruiting:** Five-star receiver commit locks in New Balance deal ahead of his arrival - **Buckeyes | Defense:** Key defender trending toward significant playing time in 2026 after strong summer - **Buckeyes | Big Ten:** Day and co. address the OSU-Indiana rematch buzz at Big Ten Media Days - **Buckeyes | Facility:** Schottenstein Center getting video board upgrades for the upcoming season **Watch:** How Day publicly frames the coordinator reshuffling as fall camp approaches. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · AUG 5 · OSU

Ohio State enters 2025 with a bullseye on their back — and Ryan Day isn't flinching. • **Buckeyes** ranked No. 1 in preseason coaches poll, Oregon slots in at No. 2 • **Ryan Day** responds to top ranking, embraces the target on OSU's back • **SEC** leads all conferences with 9 ranked teams, setting up potential playoff chaos • **WR commit Jamier Brown** back practicing at Wayne (OH), keeping recruitment buzz alive • **Julian Sayin's** OSU tenure inspiring sister Jocelyn's own career path off the field • **Columbus Dispatch** identifies 4 key games that will determine if OSU is truly playoff-ready **What to watch:** Whether Day's Buckeyes can hold that No. 1 tag once the schedule gets brutal. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · AUG 4 · OSU

**Ohio State is making noise before a single snap is taken.** - **Buckeyes recruiting:** Top 2028 QB Christopher Vargas sets commitment date for Saturday — OSU in the mix - **Heisman watch:** Joel Klatt names an Ohio State player his preseason Heisman favorite - **Award recognition:** Three Buckeyes land on the 2026 Maxwell Award preseason watch list - **Big Ten bulletin:** Sports Illustrated makes the case Indiana has a better shot to win the Big Ten than media-pick Ohio State - **CFP question:** The debate is heating up — what does Ohio State actually need to make a deep playoff run? **Watch Saturday: Vargas' commitment could be a major early win for OSU's 2028 class.** The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · AUG 3 · OSU

**Ohio State rolls in Puerto Rico while 2026 football hype builds** • **Ohio State Basketball** — Crushed exhibition opponent 117-75 in Puerto Rico behind big nights from Williams and Thompson • **Anthony Thompson** — Dunk of the night headlines the top plays from OSU's blowout win • **Jimmie Williams** — Co-led the Buckeyes alongside Thompson in the Puerto Rico showcase • **Ohio State Football** — 2026 schedule and key dates released; offseason planning in full swing • **OSU Football** — Three areas flagged for improvement heading into 2026 campaign • **Ohio State** — Projected to land in Top 25 poll predictions alongside USC and Oregon *Watch for updated AP/Coaches poll rankings as early-season basketball results start shaping the picture.* The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · AUG 2 · OSU

**Ohio State: Camp intel, roster questions, and a tough road ahead** - **OSU Basketball** — Powered through a facility outage and held a youth clinic during walkthrough week - **OSU Basketball** — Roster flexibility on the table as program eyes potential additions under new eligibility rules - **Penn State** — SI questions whether PSU is willing to invest enough to truly compete in the Big Ten - **OSU Football** — Ryan Day breaks down what he knows — and doesn't — heading into fall camp - **Oregon Football** — Ducks release early scouting preview on Ohio State ahead of marquee 2025 matchup **Watch:** Day's fall camp clarity will set the tone — any depth chart surprises could shift expectations fast. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · AUG 1 · OSU

**Ohio State wakes up with money, rankings, and a mystery concern** • **Ohio State** lands reported $17M/year jersey patch deal with JPMorgan Chase, but details remain undisclosed • **AD Ross Bjork** hints the JPMorgan deal is just the start as OSU explores new fundraising frontiers • **Ohio State's front 7** earns a CBS Sports ranking — see where Buckeyes defenders stack up nationally • **Ohio State's D-line** gets its own CBS Sports spotlight with a separate position group ranking • **Ohio State** unveils a first look at the new playing surface coming to the Horseshoe • **One unnamed concern** about Ohio State is flying under the radar — Yahoo Sports says fans aren't talking about it enough *Watch: Whether AD Bjork's next revenue move follows the JPMorgan blueprint or breaks new ground.* The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · JUL 31 · OSU

Ohio State's offseason heating up — recruiting, rivalries, and road trips all in the news. • **OSU Football** — Buckeyes continuing to impress elite 2028 prospects, momentum building early • **OSU Football** — New Michigan coach Whittingham calls rivalry "intense, without hatred," lowering the temperature • **OSU Football** — Urban Meyer names Ohio State's 2026 matchup a must-watch on the college football schedule • **OSU Basketball** — Men's hoops team headed to Puerto Rico for a summer trip, details now confirmed What to watch: Whether Whittingham's friendly rivalry talk is genuine — or just smart politics before The Game. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · JUL 30 · OSU

Buckeyes headlines are stacking up fast this morning. • **Ohio State** — Ryan Day expects key injured starters back for training camp, boosting depth heading into fall • **Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith** — makes "sad" admission but sends clear message he's staying and locked in • **Ohio State QB Julian Sayin** — coaches say he has "a different look in his eye" entering his first full camp • **Ohio State** — Day turns to Army leadership principles as program targets improvement in margins • **Ohio State vs. Oregon** — Smith's return has both programs thinking championship with high expectations for the matchup **What to watch:** Whether Sayin's offseason growth translates to camp reps that put the starting QB question to rest. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · JUL 29 · OSU

**Ohio State wakes up to big business and bigger expectations** - **Ohio State** landed a record jersey patch deal with JPMorgan Chase, setting a new benchmark for college sponsorships - **Ohio State vs. Notre Dame** are going head-to-head on jersey patch value — Notre Dame's deal currently edges out the Buckeyes - **Ohio State** has Polymarket bettors backing them as a legitimate national title contender alongside Texas and Notre Dame - **Ohio State** had two players earn Big Ten preseason honors, signaling early respect heading into camp **What to watch:** Whether Ohio State's JPMorgan deal closes the gap on Notre Dame's valuation as more details emerge. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · JUL 28 · OSU

**Ohio State: Buckeyes Making Noise Before a Single Snap** • **Jeremiah Smith** — Elite receiver spotted putting in serious summer work, reminding everyone why the hype is real • **Payton Pierce** — Motivated freshman carrying Ohio State football legacy into fall camp • **Iowa-Ohio State** — Hawkeyes announce Columbus road game is completely sold out • **Preseason All-Big Ten** — Five Buckeyes named First Team by The Athletic before the season kicks off **What to watch:** Whether Smith's summer grind translates into a monster sophomore campaign when the Buckeyes open fall camp. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · JUL 27 · OSU

**Ohio State is making noise before a single snap is taken.** - **OSU Football** – Fall camp is locked in; dates and times are set for the Buckeyes' preseason grind - **OSU Passing Game** – CBS Sports slots Ohio State among the nation's top 10 pass-catching units heading into 2026 - **OSU vs. Oregon** – Ducks challenging Buckeyes for most talent on preseason All-Big Ten teams - **OSU Recruiting** – CB Earl Little Jr. gushing over Columbus: "Everything about Ohio State is great" - **OSU/CFP Debate** – Has playoff expansion diluted the stakes of The Game? Fans are split **Watch for fall camp depth chart battles — that receiver corps needs a clear No. 1 to emerge.** The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · JUL 26 · OSU

**Ohio State overnight: recruiting heat, QB controversy, and a viral moment** - **Ohio State OC Chip Kelly** — photo goes viral, Buckeye fans buzzing on social media - **Ohio State football** — ESPN slots program in Tier 1 of current commitment season rankings - **QB Julian Sayin** — ranked surprisingly low by The Athletic, raising eyebrows in Columbus - **Recruit David Gabriel Georges** — camp delivers hard truth: Tennessee is the lead, not OSU - **Ohio State recruiting** — post-summer needs come into focus as evaluation season approaches - **USC scouting report** — Trojans Wire breaks down OSU's Ian Moore ahead of matchup **Watch:** How OSU responds to Georges' Tennessee lean will signal how aggressive the staff gets in the final recruiting push. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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HOT TAKES · WED · AUG 5 · UNDER REVIEW

Yesterday's spiciest takes from OSU fans. Cast a verdict; the judge weighs in at end of day. Candidates: 1. "DAILY LINEUP · WED · AUG 5 · OSU" — @919f6c5b (0 up) 2. "DAILY LINEUP · TUE · AUG 4 · OSU" — @919f6c5b (0 up) 3. "DAILY LINEUP · SAT · AUG 1 · OSU" — @919f6c5b (0 up) 4. "DAILY LINEUP · SUN · AUG 2 · OSU" — @919f6c5b (0 up) 5. "DAILY LINEUP · MON · AUG 3 · OSU" — @919f6c5b (0 up)

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