Ohio State reveals 2026 football team captains ahead of season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 5:31 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Ohio State head coach Ryan Day announced the 2026 football team captains during the weekend. A total of seven players have been named captains, including returning captains Austin Siereveld and Brandon Inniss. New captains for the season are Jaylen McClain, Julian Sayin, Kenyatta Jackson Jr., Payton Pierce, and Jeremiah Smith. Fans are encouraged to suggest an eighth captain from eligible players via social media. The new captains aim to strengthen team leadership following a challenging previous season.
- •Seven players named as team captains for 2026 season.
- •Returning captains include Austin Siereveld and Brandon Inniss.
- •New captains are Jaylen McClain, Julian Sayin, Kenyatta Jackson Jr., Payton Pierce, and Jeremiah Smith.
- •Fans can suggest an additional captain via social media.
- •Ohio State looks to improve following disappointing finish last season.
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