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Ohio State football previews 2026 season with key captains named

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 7:31 PM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Ohio State football previews 2026 season with key captains named

Summary

The 2026 Ohio State football season kicks off with the announcement of seven team captains, including Brandon Inniss and Jeremiah Smith. In a recent episode of Off-Script Ohio, hosts Cole and Joey outlined their season predictions, forecasting an 11-1 record. They discussed potential safe wins against teams like Ball State and Maryland, while identifying challenging matchups against Texas and Michigan. The detailed game breakdown highlights critical contests that could shape the Buckeyes' season, particularly mentioning the significant Week 2 trip to Texas.

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By the Numbers

•Brandon Inniss named to wear the Block O jersey.
•Hosts project an 11-1 record for the Buckeyes.
•Games against Texas and Michigan seen as key tests.
•Ohio State faces tough road challenges at Iowa and Nebraska.
•Season begins with a road game against Texas in Week 2.

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7:31 PMYahoo Sports — Off-Script Ohio: Captains, season predictions and the games that will define 2026

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Cole and Joey are back to preview Ohio State’s 2026 season, reveal their 11-1 predictions and break down the games that could define the Buckeyes year.
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