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Ohio State ranks low in average roster age for 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 3:06 AM

Last updated Jul 19, 2026

Ohio State ranks low in average roster age for 2026 season
Summary

Ohio State football, preparing for the 2026 season, has an average roster age of 19.95 years, ranking 128th out of 138 FBS teams. This figure follows the departure of several experienced players to the NFL, leading to an influx of younger talent. Despite efforts to recruit veterans through the transfer portal, Ohio State's age ranks significantly lower than other teams, particularly in the Big Ten, where Michigan State stands at an average age of 20.64. Other teams in the conference, such as USC, have even younger rosters. The implications of roster age on team performance remain to be seen as the season approaches.

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  • •Ohio State has an average roster age of 19.95 years.
  • •The Buckeyes rank 128th out of 138 FBS teams in age.
  • •Several experienced players left for the NFL, necessitating younger recruits.
  • •Michigan State is the oldest team in the Big Ten at 20.64.
  • •USC has a younger roster with an average age of 19.87.
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Roster age has shown to be a big deal recently in college football. Where is Ohio State when compared to the rest of college football?

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