Ohio State and Mississippi State football teams hold first preseason practices

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Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Ohio State and Mississippi State football teams hold first preseason practices

Summary

Ohio State and Mississippi State football teams conducted their first preseason practices on August 6. Ohio State's coach Ryan Day highlighted several position adjustments including Austin Siereveld at right guard and Isaiah West taking first-team reps at running back. The Buckeyes aim to solidify their offensive line and have a competitive running back rotation. Meanwhile, Mississippi State's coach Jeff Lebby noted that Kamario Taylor is stepping in as the starting quarterback and emphasized the team’s need to stay healthy. Both teams are in the early stages of preparing for the upcoming season, focusing on skill development and player evaluations.

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Status Watch

•Ohio State features Austin Siereveld at right guard in practice.
•Isaiah West received first-team reps at running back for the Buckeyes.
•Kamario Taylor is the new starting quarterback for Mississippi State.
•Jeff Lebby addressed Mississippi State's injury situation, with minimal details shared.
•Practice sessions focused on skill development and player evaluations for both teams.

Latest Updates

8:18 PMYahoo Sports — 4 things we saw at Ohio State football's first preseason practice
8:09 PMYahoo Sports — What we saw from Mississippi State football, Kamario Taylor in first preseason practice

What they're saying

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Ohio State opened preseason training camp with offensive line, running back and cornerback among the position groups in the spotlight.
— Yahoo Sports