Ohio State football aims to rebound in 2026 season
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 10:09 AM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
The Ohio State Buckeyes, coming off a 12-2 season, look to reclaim their status in college football. Despite strong showings, the team lost their last game of the 2025 season to Indiana in the Big Ten championship and then fell to Miami in the Cotton Bowl. Head coach Ryan Day, in his ninth season, leads the team with standout players like wide receiver Jeremiah Smith and edge rusher Kenyatta Jackson for what may be a pivotal year. The Buckeyes do not face Penn State in the regular season, a rare occurrence amidst their rivalry. They begin the 2026 season against Ball State on September 5.
- •2025 record: 12-2, dropped last game to Indiana
- •Jeremiah Smith, a standout wide receiver, may enter NFL Draft
- •Kenyatta Jackson aims for a breakout final season
- •Ohio State's schedule features key games against USC and Michigan
- •No matchup against Penn State this season
- 10:09 AMYahoo Sports — What to know about Ohio State football in 2026
"The Ohio State Buckeyes have been contending for national championships for years and they are expecting the 2026 season to be more of the same.
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