Ohio State prepares for Kent State after loss to Texas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Ohio State faces Kent State on Saturday after a disappointing loss to Texas last week. The Buckeyes have an opportunity to recover and may set records as Jeremiah Smith approaches Ohio State's receiving milestones. The game will also test the performance of Ohio State's run game, which struggled against Texas. Following the game against Kent State, the Buckeyes will enter Big Ten play.
- •Ohio State lost to Texas, struggling late in the game.
- •Jeremiah Smith needs 27 receptions and 26 yards to break Ohio State records.
- •The Buckeyes' run game performance remains under scrutiny.
- •Kent State visits Ohio Stadium for the first time since 2014.
- •Ohio State aims to improve before beginning conference play.
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"Ohio State fell to Texas last week in a collapse. With Kent State next up, the Buckeyes have a prime opportunity to get back in the win column.
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