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Around 72% of CFP games have been decided by multiple scores. So, naturally, because two Group of 5 teams crashed the party, we have to overhaul the entire system.
Not quite. Keeping the G5/G6 is the only way to prevent the sport from wholly dying.
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Not quite. Keeping the G5/G6 is the only way to prevent the sport from wholly dying.
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Keeping the Group of 5 in the CFP is Important and Good, Actually
With two more blowouts, people are flocking to admonish the Group of 5 and the CFP. It's fine the way it is, stop trying to kill the game.
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December 22, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Around 72% of CFP games have been decided by multiple scores. So, naturally, because two Group of 5 teams crashed the party, we have to overhaul the entire system.
Not quite. Keeping the G5/G6 is the only way to prevent the sport from wholly dying.
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Not quite. Keeping the G5/G6 is the only way to prevent the sport from wholly dying.
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While we are waiting for the NFL to kick off, there are more bowls this week! Toledo gets to fly south to take on the ACC'S Louisville Cardinals.
Can the Rockets get the win and get into the Mike Jacobs era on the right foot?
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Can the Rockets get the win and get into the Mike Jacobs era on the right foot?
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Toledo and Louisville To Do Battle In The Boca Raton Bowl
This year's Boca Raton Bowl features a Toledo team in flux facing a Louisville team decimated by injuries who pulled a few upsets.
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December 21, 2025 at 5:20 PM
While we are waiting for the NFL to kick off, there are more bowls this week! Toledo gets to fly south to take on the ACC'S Louisville Cardinals.
Can the Rockets get the win and get into the Mike Jacobs era on the right foot?
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Can the Rockets get the win and get into the Mike Jacobs era on the right foot?
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There's a lot going on in Cincinnati and almost none of it is good or fun.
So, lets have some fun with an outside-the-box mock draft!
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So, lets have some fun with an outside-the-box mock draft!
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Week 16 Bengals Mock Draft: Let's Have Some Fun
The playoff hope is gone, the defense stinks, and the media is overreacting to Joe Burrow's comments. Let's have a fun Bengals Mock Draft.
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December 19, 2025 at 9:22 PM
There's a lot going on in Cincinnati and almost none of it is good or fun.
So, lets have some fun with an outside-the-box mock draft!
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So, lets have some fun with an outside-the-box mock draft!
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This year's Ohio State team set records on the field and in the post-season voting. Could it be one of the most talented we've ever seen?
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A Half-Dozen Buckeyes Earn First-Team All-American Status
For a program as storied as Ohio State, this year's team is in rarified air with how many All-Americans there were.
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December 19, 2025 at 5:03 PM
This year's Ohio State team set records on the field and in the post-season voting. Could it be one of the most talented we've ever seen?
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If the NFL put the "most deserving" teams in the playoffs, the Bengals wouldnt have a shot.
Thankfully, the AFC North sucks, so the 4-9 Bengals still, technically, have a shot.
They need a lot of help.
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Thankfully, the AFC North sucks, so the 4-9 Bengals still, technically, have a shot.
They need a lot of help.
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The Bengals Playoff Path Is More Complicated After Choking in Buffalo
After choking away a win in Buffalo, the Bengals playoff path is narrow. It's not impossible, but it's incredible improbable.
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December 8, 2025 at 5:49 PM
If the NFL put the "most deserving" teams in the playoffs, the Bengals wouldnt have a shot.
Thankfully, the AFC North sucks, so the 4-9 Bengals still, technically, have a shot.
They need a lot of help.
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Thankfully, the AFC North sucks, so the 4-9 Bengals still, technically, have a shot.
They need a lot of help.
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Three of the top five teams come from the Big Ten. We now know the paths for Indiana, Ohio State, and Oregon.
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BREAKING: The Big Ten Sends Three to the College Football Playoff
In an unsurprising development, the Big Ten sends three to the College Football Playoff, led by the top-overall seed, Indiana.
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December 7, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Three of the top five teams come from the Big Ten. We now know the paths for Indiana, Ohio State, and Oregon.
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Sometimes, being great means others want a piece of the action. With Brian Hartline set to leave at the end of the year, it just goes to show thar Ryan Day is building a monster and should feel proud that his coordinators keep getting poached.
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Ohio State Is Paying The Price Of Greatness
Ohio State's greatness comes at a cost: coaches get poached. Brian Hartline is the third coordinator hired away in the last 12 months.
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December 5, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Sometimes, being great means others want a piece of the action. With Brian Hartline set to leave at the end of the year, it just goes to show thar Ryan Day is building a monster and should feel proud that his coordinators keep getting poached.
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After much hoopla, Chris Henry Jr. reaffirmed his commitment and is signing with Ohio State. Go Bucks!
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Exhale, Buckeyes, Chris Henry Jr. Is Headed To Columbus
After much hooplah and 861 days of commitment, Chris Henry Jr. reaffirmed his pledge to join the Ohio State Buckeyes' 2026 recruiting class.
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December 5, 2025 at 6:21 PM
After much hoopla, Chris Henry Jr. reaffirmed his commitment and is signing with Ohio State. Go Bucks!
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Joe Burrow was a full participant on Wednesday. He may be shooting to return this weekend.
Should he? Should he return at all for a 3-7 team with a historically bad defense? Does it matter?
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Should he? Should he return at all for a 3-7 team with a historically bad defense? Does it matter?
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Joe Burrow Returning From Injury Is Exciting...But Is It The Right Move?
A Joe Burrow return could be on the horizon. With him practicing fully on Wednesday, he could return soon...should he?
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November 19, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Joe Burrow was a full participant on Wednesday. He may be shooting to return this weekend.
Should he? Should he return at all for a 3-7 team with a historically bad defense? Does it matter?
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Should he? Should he return at all for a 3-7 team with a historically bad defense? Does it matter?
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The Big Ten has three teams in the CFP field. Indiana has seemingly locked up a spot, while Ohio State is likely one win away.
I can see one route for four B1G teams...but I'd rather not think about it.
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I can see one route for four B1G teams...but I'd rather not think about it.
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The Big Ten College Football Playoff Picture: Week 12
The Big Ten College Football Playoff picture got clearer this week. Three team are still in the field with four more fighting for a spot.
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November 14, 2025 at 5:29 PM
The Big Ten has three teams in the CFP field. Indiana has seemingly locked up a spot, while Ohio State is likely one win away.
I can see one route for four B1G teams...but I'd rather not think about it.
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I can see one route for four B1G teams...but I'd rather not think about it.
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Much has been made about Ohio State slowing the game down. I think its a great strategy when it works. There are some drawbacks to the approach, though.
Does Ryan Day have the right idea or is it going to come back to bite the Buckeyes?
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Does Ryan Day have the right idea or is it going to come back to bite the Buckeyes?
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Ohio State's Pace of Play is a Double-Edged Sword
The Ohio State pace of play has been quite the topic. By slowing the game down, Ryan Day controls the game...but could it hurt the Buckeyes?
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November 10, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Much has been made about Ohio State slowing the game down. I think its a great strategy when it works. There are some drawbacks to the approach, though.
Does Ryan Day have the right idea or is it going to come back to bite the Buckeyes?
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Does Ryan Day have the right idea or is it going to come back to bite the Buckeyes?
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The initial CFP rankings are dropping tomorrow. Ohio state and Indiana have a legitimate claim to the number one ranking.
Should the Buckeyes keep it, or have the Hoosiers impressed enough to jump them?
I think it'll be Ohio State until/if it loses.
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Should the Buckeyes keep it, or have the Hoosiers impressed enough to jump them?
I think it'll be Ohio State until/if it loses.
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Who Deserves to be Number One, Ohio State or Indiana?
The first College Football Playoff committee rankings are set to be unveiled on Tuesday. Ohio State or Indiana, who should be number one?
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November 3, 2025 at 9:08 PM
The initial CFP rankings are dropping tomorrow. Ohio state and Indiana have a legitimate claim to the number one ranking.
Should the Buckeyes keep it, or have the Hoosiers impressed enough to jump them?
I think it'll be Ohio State until/if it loses.
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Should the Buckeyes keep it, or have the Hoosiers impressed enough to jump them?
I think it'll be Ohio State until/if it loses.
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The Bengals have all kinds of issues, both on and off the field. With another meltdown on defense and those players laughing it off, it's obvious that Zac Taylor has lost the locker room.
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The Bengals Locker Room is Disintegrating In Real-Time
After yet another embarrassing effort from the defense, the Cincinnati Bengals locker room is beginning to fall apart in real-time.
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November 3, 2025 at 2:30 PM
The Bengals have all kinds of issues, both on and off the field. With another meltdown on defense and those players laughing it off, it's obvious that Zac Taylor has lost the locker room.
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Julian Sayin was almost perfect as he carved up Penn State's secondary and the Buckeye defense recovered after allowing two first-half TDs.
The Buckeyes are 8-0, now. How we feeling? #GoBucks
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The Buckeyes are 8-0, now. How we feeling? #GoBucks
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Julian Sayin Leads Ohio State in Big Win Over Penn State
Julian Sayin's Penn State performance was as good as it could have been. Behind him, the Buckeyes won their ninth consecutive over PSU.
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November 1, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Julian Sayin was almost perfect as he carved up Penn State's secondary and the Buckeye defense recovered after allowing two first-half TDs.
The Buckeyes are 8-0, now. How we feeling? #GoBucks
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The Buckeyes are 8-0, now. How we feeling? #GoBucks
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Trey Hendrickson is doubtful for Sunday. The Bengals defense has been rough even with him, to put it lightly. Without him? A must-win game just got that much more important. #WhoDey
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With Hendrickson Doubtful, Cincinnati's Defense is Against the Wall
The Cincinnati defense is bad. It's going to be even worse without Trey Hendrickson. It's time one of those first-round picks steps up.
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November 1, 2025 at 12:29 AM
Trey Hendrickson is doubtful for Sunday. The Bengals defense has been rough even with him, to put it lightly. Without him? A must-win game just got that much more important. #WhoDey
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This year's matchup with Penn State has lost about 99% of its luster. Despite the Nittany Lions on a freefall, the Buckeyes won't take their foes for granted. #GoBucks
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Ohio State Cannot and Will Not Overlook Reeling Penn State
The Ohio State Penn State matchup was originally billed as a CFP preview. Even if Penn State is in a free fall, the Buckeyes won't let up.
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October 31, 2025 at 11:48 PM
This year's matchup with Penn State has lost about 99% of its luster. Despite the Nittany Lions on a freefall, the Buckeyes won't take their foes for granted. #GoBucks
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The best defender in college football is up for another award, likely one of many.
The Big Ten boasts four Thorpe Award semifinalists! #GoBucks
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The Big Ten boasts four Thorpe Award semifinalists! #GoBucks
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OSU's Downs Headlines Four Big Ten Thorpe Awards Semifinalists
The Big Ten and the Thorpe Award have been a match made in heaven over time. This year, four have been named semifinalists.
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October 28, 2025 at 8:16 PM
The best defender in college football is up for another award, likely one of many.
The Big Ten boasts four Thorpe Award semifinalists! #GoBucks
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The Big Ten boasts four Thorpe Award semifinalists! #GoBucks
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The Bengals' defense is god awful. They're gonna be without their best player for a while, most likely.
Cincinnati wont trade for the former first-round pick from the Giants, but they totally should. #WhoDey
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Cincinnati wont trade for the former first-round pick from the Giants, but they totally should. #WhoDey
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Bengals Won't Trade For Kayvon Thibodeaux; But They Should
The Bengals don't trade often. With how pathetic the defense has been, plus a crucial injury, they must get the Giants' former first-rounder.
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October 28, 2025 at 8:05 PM
The Bengals' defense is god awful. They're gonna be without their best player for a while, most likely.
Cincinnati wont trade for the former first-round pick from the Giants, but they totally should. #WhoDey
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Cincinnati wont trade for the former first-round pick from the Giants, but they totally should. #WhoDey
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Bengals choke away a win against the winless Jets. Nothing will change, but it should.
Who should be first to go?
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Who should be first to go?
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Bengals Lose to Winless Jets, Fans Ramp Up Criticism
The Cincinnati Bengals collapsed and lost to the winless Jets, 39-38. As a result, fans have ramped up their calls for jobs on Twitter.
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October 26, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Bengals choke away a win against the winless Jets. Nothing will change, but it should.
Who should be first to go?
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Who should be first to go?
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Ohio State took care of business and throttled Wisconsin. Onto the bye week!
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Ohio State Defense Suffocates, Offense Dissects Wisconsin
Ohio State and Wisconsin are two programs going in opposite directions. On Saturday, it showed on the field.
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October 19, 2025 at 1:43 AM
Ohio State took care of business and throttled Wisconsin. Onto the bye week!
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The Buckeyes finally get a shot to play for the Illibuck for the first time since 2017 (since 2020 was canceled).
Do we see Julian Sayin and the Buckeye offense uncork it again and show the 62-10 beatdown the Illini suffered to Indiana wasn't a fluke?
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Do we see Julian Sayin and the Buckeye offense uncork it again and show the 62-10 beatdown the Illini suffered to Indiana wasn't a fluke?
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The Battle for the Illibuck Renews After Lengthy Hiatus
For the first time since 2017, Ohio State and Illinois will battle for the coveted Illibuck trophy. The Buckeyes have to like their chances.
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October 9, 2025 at 11:08 PM
The Buckeyes finally get a shot to play for the Illibuck for the first time since 2017 (since 2020 was canceled).
Do we see Julian Sayin and the Buckeye offense uncork it again and show the 62-10 beatdown the Illini suffered to Indiana wasn't a fluke?
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Do we see Julian Sayin and the Buckeye offense uncork it again and show the 62-10 beatdown the Illini suffered to Indiana wasn't a fluke?
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The Buckeyes were only up 13-3 at halftime, perfectly encapsulating how frustrating the first half was. Then, they turned it on and ran away with a 37-9 victory.
What's your biggest takeaway from the Buckeyes' latest victory?
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What's your biggest takeaway from the Buckeyes' latest victory?
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Ohio State Overcomes Frustrating Start, Overpowers Ohio
The Ohio State-Ohio score was closer than the game actually was. With the bye week up next, the Buckeyes have plenty to work on.
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September 14, 2025 at 2:52 AM
The Buckeyes were only up 13-3 at halftime, perfectly encapsulating how frustrating the first half was. Then, they turned it on and ran away with a 37-9 victory.
What's your biggest takeaway from the Buckeyes' latest victory?
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What's your biggest takeaway from the Buckeyes' latest victory?
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Ohio State is unveiling a "Helmet Stripe" theme for its fans against Ohio. What does that even mean? Well, looks like they've given some insight to the concept.
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Ohio State Announces "Helmet Stripe Game" For Fans vs. Ohio
Ohio State's "Helmet Stripe Game" is nearly here. The program has released its own vision and expectation for fans for the prime time matchup.
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September 10, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Ohio State is unveiling a "Helmet Stripe" theme for its fans against Ohio. What does that even mean? Well, looks like they've given some insight to the concept.
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After leading the Buckeyes in rushing last week, has Bo Jackson earned some real playing time with the first-teamers?
Even against a lesser opponent, he looked like he has what it takes.
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Even against a lesser opponent, he looked like he has what it takes.
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An Ohio State Freshman Has Earned More Playing Time
A handful of players from the Ohio State freshman class made an impact in the latest win. One stands out as needing more playing time.
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September 9, 2025 at 7:58 PM
After leading the Buckeyes in rushing last week, has Bo Jackson earned some real playing time with the first-teamers?
Even against a lesser opponent, he looked like he has what it takes.
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Even against a lesser opponent, he looked like he has what it takes.
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Ohio State gets a massive win over the number-one team in the country!
🌰 Julian Sayin, as advertised?
🙅♂️ Arch Manning's coronation postponed
🅾️ Return of Tresselball?
What's better than being 1-0? O-H!
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🌰 Julian Sayin, as advertised?
🙅♂️ Arch Manning's coronation postponed
🅾️ Return of Tresselball?
What's better than being 1-0? O-H!
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The Ohio State Defense Dominates Texas
Despite facing the Heisman favorite, the Ohio State defense stood tall multiple times and led the reigning champs to a massive Week 1 win.
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August 30, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Ohio State gets a massive win over the number-one team in the country!
🌰 Julian Sayin, as advertised?
🙅♂️ Arch Manning's coronation postponed
🅾️ Return of Tresselball?
What's better than being 1-0? O-H!
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🌰 Julian Sayin, as advertised?
🙅♂️ Arch Manning's coronation postponed
🅾️ Return of Tresselball?
What's better than being 1-0? O-H!
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