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Ohio State football’s Julian Sayin named Heisman Trophy finalist The Heisman Trophy finalists have been announced. Is Ohio State football's Julian Sayin among them?

The redshirt freshman quarterback was announced as one of four Heisman Trophy finalists on Monday, putting him in the running for college football’s most prestigious award. Congrats!

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Ohio State football’s Julian Sayin is headed to New York! The redshirt freshman quarterback was announced as one of four Heisman Trophy finalists on Monday, putting him in the running for college football’s most prestigious award.

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The Buckeyes were unveiled as the No. 2 seed during Sunday’s bracket reveal. They earned a first-round bye and will face the winner of No. 7 Texas A&M and No. 10. Miami.

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Ohio State’s defense got its biggest test against Indiana – what the Buckeyes can learn from the Big Ten Championship Game Ohio State's defense proved once again why there might not be a team to test it.

Andrew Gillis: “In short, Ohio State’s defense still showed itself as a talented unit, that just went up against one of the best offenses in the sport. It’s offense just let it down.”

Ohio State created a monster, and it taught the Buckeyes a painful lesson: Stephen Means Indiana proved itself in the Big Ten Championship while exposing Ohio State in the process.

Stephen Means: “Was the lack of adversity OSU faced this season a result of its own dominance, or the benefit of a schedule that turned out not to be nearly as daunting as once thought in the preseason?”

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Buckeyes offense couldn’t break through Indiana’s defense — how do you grade Brian Hartline’s play-calling, Cleveland?

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Ohio State and Indiana just sent a resounding message to the College Football Playoff Ohio State vs. Indiana looked like a game between the nation's two best teams. That's because the Hoosiers and Buckeyes are just that.

Stefan Krajisnik: “Ohio State and Indiana are the nation’s two best teams. The Hoosiers and Buckeyes showed us that in Indianapolis, and they might do it again in Miami next month.”

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Julian Sayin went 21-of-29 for 258 yards, 1 TD and 1 INT in the Big Ten Championship loss to Indiana. How do you grade his performance, Cleveland?

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Indiana upsets Ohio State 13-10 to capture first Big Ten title in 57 years Fernando Mendoza overcame an early injury scare to lead Indiana to their first Big Ten title and the No. 1 seed in the College Football Playoff.

The No. 2 Indiana Hoosiers delivered a stunning upset Saturday, defeating top-ranked Ohio State 13-10 at Lucas Oil Stadium to claim their first Big Ten championship since 1967 and snap a 32-game losing streak against the Buckeyes.

Win or lose, the Buckeye brotherhood stood tall under the bright lights, singing ‘Carmen Ohio’ before leaving the field. 🎶🏈

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The Buckeyes fought to the end but fell 13–10 to Indiana in the Big Ten Championship Saturday.

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The Buckeyes are locked in and ready to fight for hardware and Big Ten supremacy. 🔥

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The calm before the storm. Cleveland, are you ready for THE Ohio State vs. Indiana tonight — who’s your pick for the crown? 👀🏈

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Two unbeaten teams. One Big Ten crown. Do the Buckeyes win their first title since 2020, or does Indiana make history with its first ever?

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Big Ten Championship game day is here, Cleveland! The Buckeyes are in Indy chasing their first crown since 2020. They take on Indiana tonight at 8 p.m. on FOX. LET’S GO BUCKS!

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Ahead of the Big Ten Championship on Saturday, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Indiana Gov. Mike Braun have made a friendly wager on the Buckeyes–Hoosiers matchup… and yes, it involves popcorn. 🍿🏈

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Jeremiah Smith does it again! The Ohio State star was named Big Ten’s top receiver for the second straight year — and the Buckeyes’ fourth in a row.

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Julian Sayin’s Heisman campaign just got a boost! The Ohio State QB was named 2025 Big Ten Freshman of the Year after leading the Buckeyes to an undefeated regular season with 3,065 yards and 30 TDs.

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Cleveland native Arvell Reese is the 2025 Big Ten Linebacker of the Year — In 12 games, Reese has gone from an unknown to potentially being the first Buckeye to be the No. 1 pick in the draft since Orlando Pace in 1997.

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Ohio State safety Caleb Downs is the 2025 Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year — the first Buckeye to win it since Chase Young in 2019 and the 12th in program history.

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Ohio State football offensive coordinator hot board: Who will replace Brian Hartline? Ohio State football's Brian Hartline is headed to South Florida. Who will replace him as Ryan Day's offensive coordinator?

Ohio State's offensive coordinator Brian Hartline is expected to become South Florida’s next head coach — but will stay with Ohio State through the postseason. With Hartline leaving his play-calling and receivers coach duties behind, who should replace him? Here are the early names to watch.

Ohio State football’s Brian Hartline leaving to fill head coaching vacancy: Reports Ohio State football's Brian Hartline has reportedly landed a head coaching job.

Ohio State play-caller Brian Hartline, widely regarded as the nation’s top developer of wide receivers, is expected to become South Florida’s next head coach.

Credit for Ohio State football’s win over Michigan belongs to a controversial hire – Jimmy Watkins Ohio State beat Michigan 27-9 on Saturday at The Big House.

Jimmy Watkins: "But until Ohio State defensive coordinator Matt Patricia saved Day’s gold pants seat during Saturday’s 27-9 win over Michigan, nobody used a tool that predates the rivalry: A No. 2 pencil."

Beat Michigan? ✅ Big Ten Championship bound? ✅ No. 1 ranking? ✅ What a day to be a Buckeye! 😎

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Ohio State dominates Michigan, 27-9, to earn in ‘The Game’ in five years Ohio State snapped a four-game losing streak against the Michigan Wolverines.

The Buckeyes’ defense suffocated Michigan’s offense, limiting quarterback Bryce Underwood to 63 yards on 8-of-18 passing. Cornerback Davison Igbinosun clinched the victory with a fourth-down interception late in the game.

Ryan Day led Ohio State football to a 27-9 win vs. Michigan — and showed why his job is fun Ohio State football's Ryan Day was on the hot seat last year, but his job was always supposed to be fun.

Stefan Krajisnik: "It seemed as though Day, in the midst of coaching in Ohio State’s most important game, was… having fun?"

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A big day for Ryan Day! Cleveland, how do you grade his performance in the Buckeyes’ win over the Wolverines?

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Ohio State, with its 27-9 win over Michigan, has a clear path to being considered one of the best teams of all time Now that Ohio State is past its toughest test, the Buckeyes have a clear shot to being viewed as one of the best teams in college football history.

Andrew Gillis: "Is it fair to consider Ohio State, this early, as a potential entrant into the conversation of one of the greatest teams in college football history?"

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Julian Sayin went 19-of-26 for 233 yards, 3 TDs, and 1 INT in Ohio State’s 27-9 win over Michigan. How do you grade his performance, Cleveland?

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