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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 1h

#BOOM Ohio State has its second commitment for the 2028 recruiting class as five-star in-state defensive lineman Jameer Whyce commits to the Buckeyes ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Five-Star 2028 Ohio Defensive Lineman Jameer Whyce Commits to Ohio State

Ohio State lands its second commitment for the 2028 recruiting class as five-star in-state defensive lineman Jameer Whyce commits to the Buckeyes.

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 4h

Arvell Reese, Caleb Downs and Jeremiah Smith are first-team AP midseason All-Americans, while Kayden McDonald and Caden Curry made the second team.

Ohio State’s Arvell Reese, Jeremiah Smith and Caleb Downs Named AP Midseason First-Team All-Americans

The Associated Press named Arvell Reese, Caleb Downs and Jeremiah Smith first-team All-Americans, while Kayden McDonald and Caden Curry made the second-team.

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 1d

The Buckeyes have made it clear they are prioritizing sustainability over style points.

THE SITUATIONAL: Darkness on the Edge of Town

Wisconsin has dropped eight straight conference games and 10 straight meetings with Ohio State.

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 1d

ODU is no.70 in SP+, higher than six ACC teams

CathyWF @cathywf.bsky.social · 1d

That Old Dominion score tho

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 1d

B1G Power Rankings: Indiana makes its case for the No. 1 spot with its win over Oregon while Penn State stays at the bottom after another embarrassing loss.

Big Ten Power Rankings: Indiana Moves to the Top, Penn State Stays at the Bottom

Indiana has the Big Ten’s best résumé after its statement win at Oregon while Penn State stays at the bottom of the rankings after a third straight loss got James Franklin fired.

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 2d

Julian Sayin took what Illinois gave him, completing 12 of 13 passes within 10 yards of the line of scrimmage for 81 yards and a touchdown on Saturday.

Breaking Down Julian Sayin’s Performance Against Illinois As Ohio State Quarterback Relies Mostly on Short Passes

Julian Sayin took what Illinois gave him, completing 12 of 13 passes within 10 yards of the line of scrimmage for 81 yards and a touchdown on Saturday.

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 3d

Luke Fickell's days are likely numbered as head coach of a Wisconsin team that once again looks incompetent on the offensive side of the football.

Five Things to Know: Luke Fickell Era Nearing Its End As Wisconsin Prepares to Host Ohio State Off Four Straight Losses

Luke Fickell's days are likely numbered as head coach of a Wisconsin team that once again looks incompetent on the offensive side of the football.

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 4d

Jeremiah Smith and other Buckeyes celebrated with the iconic Illibuck turtle on Illinois' field after Ohio State claimed a 34-16 win in the rivalry on Saturday afternoon. 🐢🏆

Jeremiah Smith, Ryan Day and Buckeyes Celebrate with Illibuck Trophy Following a 34-16 Win for Ohio State Over Illinois

Jeremiah Smith, Jermaine Mathews Jr. and other Buckeyes held Illibuck aloft on the field of the Fighting Illini after Ohio State beat Illinois 34-16 on Saturday afternoon.

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 5d

Ohio State earns a decisive 34-16 win over No. 17 Illinois to improve to 6-0 on the season and keep the Illibuck in Columbus.

Ohio State Keeps Illibuck in Columbus With 34-16 Win Over No. 17 Illinois

Ohio State improves to 6-0 on the season with a decisive 34-16 win over No. 17 Illinois that included 21 Buckeye points off turnovers.

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 5d

Halftime in Champaign

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 5d

Starting nickel Lorenzo Styles Jr. and rotational defensive tackle Eddrick Houston are both out for Ohio State against Illinois on Saturday.

Ohio State Football Status Report: Lorenzo Styles Jr., Eddrick Houston Out for Buckeyes vs. Illinois

Starting nickel Lorenzo Styles Jr. and rotational defensive tackle Eddrick Houston are both out for Ohio State against Illinois on Saturday.

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 6d

Preview: If Ohio State stops the Illinois passing attack led by Luke Altmyer and Hank Beatty, Buckeye domination could ensue in Champaign.

Ohio State vs. Illinois Preview: Blowout Could Ensue for Buckeyes if the Illinois Passing Attack is Smothered

If Ohio State stops the Illinois passing attack led by Luke Altmyer and Hank Beatty, Buckeye domination could ensue in Champaign.

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 7d

Payton Pierce said he talked more with Matt Patricia in his first two days as Ohio State’s defensive coordinator than he spoke with Jim Knowles in an entire year.

Payton Pierce Said He Talked to Matt Patricia More in First Two Days Than He Talked to Jim Knowles In An Entire Year

Ohio State linebacker Payton Pierce said he talked more with new defensive coordinator Matt Patricia in his first two days at OSU than he spoke with Jim Knowles in an entire year.

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 8d

In this week's Illinois Game Poster, Brutus tames a Godzilla-sized Illibuck and rides into Champaign. 🦖🐢

Click here to download the hi-res and mobile wallpaper versions of the poster:

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 8d

Ohio State is allowing five points per game in 2025, nearly eight points better than last season's top scoring defense (12.9 ppg, also Ohio State).

THE SITUATIONAL: Only if You're Lucky

IlliBuck belongs to Ohio State. IlliBuck is currently in Columbus, Ohio. Illibuck must be protected at all costs.

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 8d

After modifying the dates to Jan. 2 through Jan. 16, the NCAA is officially implementing its new, once-per-year college football transfer portal window.

College Football’s Lone Transfer Portal Window Officially Moved to January 2-16 for 2026

After modifying the dates to Jan. 2 through Jan. 16, the NCAA is officially implementing its new, once-per-year college football transfer portal window.

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 10d

Penn State melted down, Arch Manning stinks, and almost nobody looks elite. Our dumbest, most beautiful sport is running out of good teams but stocking up on chaos.

This Week in Our Dumb, Beautiful Sport: UCLA Ruins Penn State, Bill Belichick Craters, and Almost Nobody Is Good

Penn State melted down, Arch Manning stinks, and almost nobody looks elite. Our dumbest, most beautiful sport is running out of good teams but stocking up on chaos.

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 10d

Illinois boasts one of the better passing attacks in the Big Ten, but deficiencies on defense and on the offensive line give Ohio State clear areas to attack.

Five Things to Know: Illinois Features Dynamic Passing Attack With Defensive Deficiencies, And Ohio State’s Only Rivalry Trophy

Illinois boasts one of the better passing attacks in the Big Ten, but deficiencies on defense and on the offensive line give Ohio State clear areas to attack.

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 10d

Bo Jackson, Max Klare, Joshua Padilla, Beau Atkinson and Payton Pierce were among the Buckeyes whose roles increased in Ohio State’s 42-3 win over Minnesota.

Snap Counts: Bo Jackson, Max Klare, Joshua Padilla Among Buckeyes Whose Roles Increase in Ohio State’s 42-3 Win over Minnesota

Bo Jackson, Max Klare, Joshua Padilla, Beau Atkinson and Payton Pierce were among the Buckeyes whose roles increased as 55 Ohio State players saw snaps from scrimmage vs. Minnesota.

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 11d

After Carmen: Ohio State opened its passing attack to full throttle while its defense put together a complete team performance against Minnesota.

After Carmen: Buckeyes’ Passing Attack, Defense Look Like Nation’s Best Against Minnesota

Ohio State opened its passing attack to full throttle while its defense put together a complete team performance against Minnesota.

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 11d

Carnell Tate proved Jeremiah Smith isn’t Ohio State’s only superstar receiver with his nine-catch, 183-yard performance vs. Minnesota.

Carnell Tate Proves Ohio State Has Two Elite Receivers with Spectacular Perfomance vs. Minnesota

Carnell Tate proved Jeremiah Smith isn’t Ohio State’s only elite wide receiver with his nine-catch, 183-yard performance vs. Minnesota.

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 11d

10 was dealing last night 🃏

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 11d

Julian Sayin threw three touchdown passes to Carnell Tate and Jeremiah Smith as a big night through the air led the Buckeyes to a 42-3 win over Minnesota.

Aerial Attack Leads Ohio State to 42-3 Win over Minnesota

Julian Sayin threw for 326 yards and three touchdowns, with Carnell Tate catching nine passes for 183 yards, to lead Ohio State to a 42-3 win over Minnesota.

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 11d

🔴 LIVE: OHIO STATE POSTGAME

Ryan Day meets with the media to discuss Ohio State's 42-3 win over Minnesota.

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Ryan Day, Buckeyes break down dominant Big Ten win over Minnesota

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Eleven Warriors @elevenwarriors.com · 11d

Halftime ♥️🩶

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