Ohio State prepares for season opener following North Carolina and USC wins

The 2026 college football season is underway following the conclusion of Week 0 games. North Carolina secured a 15-10 victory over TCU in Dublin, while USC defeated San Jose State 42-26 with a notable performance from quarterback Jayden Maiava. In preparation for its own opener against Ball State, Ohio State coaches are finalizing a depth chart that features Julian Sayin, Bo Jackson, and Jeremiah Smith. The Buckeyes enter the season with a revised offensive line, as Ian Moore takes the left tackle position and Austin Siereveld moves to right guard. Analysts are monitoring these developments alongside USC, which the Buckeyes are scheduled to face in Los Angeles later this fall. The opening weekend of the regular season continues with several marquee matchups, including Baylor against Auburn and Clemson against LSU.

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