**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.