Ohio State football announces 2026 captains with heartfelt family notifications
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 8:34 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
On August 23, 2026, the Ohio State football team announced its captains for the upcoming season. Captains Julian Sayin, Payton Pierce, Jeremiah Smith, Austin Siereveld, Kenyatta Jackson Jr., Jaylen McClain, and Brandon Inniss notified their loved ones in emotional phone calls shared by the team. The honor signifies leadership roles within the team and is celebrated by the players' families. Videos of the notifications highlight the pride and significance of this recognition for the players and their loved ones.
- •Ohio State's 2026 football captains announced on August 23.
- •Captains include Julian Sayin, Payton Pierce, and Jeremiah Smith.
- •Emotional notifications shared with family members.
- •Captains' roles are crucial for team leadership and morale.
- •Videos of the calls highlight family pride in achievements.
- 8:34 PMYahoo Sports — WATCH: Ohio State captains notify loved ones of honor | Buckeyes Wire
"The Ohio State football captains were announced on Saturday. See the moment each had the pleasure of notifying their loved ones of the honor.
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