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What happens if Ohio State’s young defensive linemen actually hit?

There is a version of Ohio State’s 2026 defense that looks dramatically different from the unit that carried the Buckeyes to a national championship two years ago. The stars are gone. Kayden McDonald is headed to the NFL after becoming one of the most dominant defensive tackles in the country, while several other defensive standouts […]

Ryan Day Sends Strong Ohio State Message After David Gabriel Georges’ Tennessee Decision

Ryan Day sent a clear message to recruits this week: nothing at Ohio State comes without being earned, no exceptions. The comment landed just after five-star running back David Gabriel Georges chose Tennessee over the Buckeyes, and Day was ready with a response. “The long tradition. The pride of wearing that jersey and what it […] The post Ryan Day Sends Strong Ohio State Message After David Gabriel Georges’ Tennessee Decision appeared first on EssentiallySports .

“I Was Wrong”: Ryan Day Admits Past Mistakes, Opens Up About Biggest Lesson as OSU Head Coach

Ryan Day had to learn on the job after taking over as Ohio State’s head coach. Some of that learning came from mistakes during games. At other times, the head coach gathered key information from people around him. Heading into his eighth season at Columbus, the Ohio State head coach is all about not repeating […] The post “I Was Wrong”: Ryan Day Admits Past Mistakes, Opens Up About Biggest Lesson as OSU Head Coach appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Ryan Day Admits He Almost Rejected OSU’s $17M Jersey Patch Deal Over One Non-Negotiable

Since the NCAA approved jersey patch deals for college athletics, more than 25 programs have inked high-profile deals. OSU did it on July 28, signing a $17 million-per-year deal with financial giant JPMorgan Chase. However, before the deal became official, it faced a major roadblock. For Ryan Day, compromising on that was non-negotiable. “I do […] The post Ryan Day Admits He Almost Rejected OSU’s $17M Jersey Patch Deal Over One Non-Negotiable appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Brian Kelly Snubs Lane Kiffin’s LSU and Names 2 SEC Rivals as Bigger Threats

Big Ten teams, which include Michigan, Ohio State and Indiana, have won the last three national titles. So when Brian Kelly was asked which SEC squad could end that run, Lane Kiffin’s LSU did not come up. He pointed to two other powers instead. “Kirby Smart’s team at Georgia is gonna be deep and talented, […] The post Brian Kelly Snubs Lane Kiffin’s LSU and Names 2 SEC Rivals as Bigger Threats appeared first on EssentiallySports .

What is your excitement level for OSU’s 2026 football season?

Throughout the year, we will be asking and answering questions about various Ohio State teams, the players, and anything else on our collective minds of varying degrees of importance. If you have a question that you would like to ask, you can tweet us @LandGrant33, or if you need more than 280 characters, send an email HERE. From now until […]

Josh Heupel’s Tennessee Plots Double Blow Against Ryan Day’s Ohio State

Just days ago, the nation’s No. 2 RB David Gabriel Georges’ commitment ended a neck-and-neck battle between Ohio State and Tennessee and he finally gave his word to Josh Heupel. Now Josh Heupel is ploting for a second strike at Ohio State, by tragetting DJ Jacobs. The Vols are pushing hard to flip the 5-star […] The post Josh Heupel’s Tennessee Plots Double Blow Against Ryan Day’s Ohio State appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Ohio State’s Julian Sayin & Jeremiah Smith Named Among Big Ten’s Top Honorees

Ahead of the Big Ten  Football Media Days, the Big Ten conference has released a list of its 2026 football preseason honorees. The list, which contains 12 college football players, was selected by a media panel. Of the 18 Big Ten programs, seven had at least one representative on the list, with the Ohio State […] The post Ohio State’s Julian Sayin & Jeremiah Smith Named Among Big Ten’s Top Honorees appeared first on EssentiallySports .

JPMorgan’s Ohio State Deal Shows Evolution of College Sports

In 2022, JPMorgan Chase bankers were retained to help Florida State University explore potential private equity funding for its athletic department. Four years later, the bank announced its first sponsorship deal in college sports, a wide-ranging partnership with the Ohio State Buckeyes. The two engagements, which involve two different units within the banking giant, together […]

Ohio State Buckeyes Latest Team To Get Jersey Patch Sponsorship

In the latest and most high profile sponsorship deal in college sports, The Ohio State Buckeyes athletics department has struck a deal with JP Morgan Chase to sponsor their sports teams. Yesterday, when speaking of Illinois’ $6 million deal, it was postured that a team like Ohio State could garner upwards of $15 million or […] The post Ohio State Buckeyes Latest Team To Get Jersey Patch Sponsorship appeared first on HEAVY .

Ryan Day’s OSU Lands $17M American Giant Jersey Patch Deal, Outpacing NBA Sponsorships

Ohio State has long been a financial powerhouse in college athletics. That shows through its elite rosters. Just last year alone, the department generated a record-high $336 million in revenue. Never mind, it had a $15.7 million surplus over what was expected. Now, in a groundbreaking move, it will add roughly $17 million more annually. […] The post Ryan Day’s OSU Lands $17M American Giant Jersey Patch Deal, Outpacing NBA Sponsorships appeared first on EssentiallySports .

“You’re Lying”: First-Round OSU Star Recalls Matt Patricia’s Brutal Act That Stunned Ryan Day’s Locker Room

When Jim Knowles left the DC position at Ohio State, many thought their defense would crumble. However, Ryan Day roped in former Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia to work with the defense that was already solid. Former OSU linebacker Caleb Downs appeared on the July 22 Downs 2 Business podcast with Cam Newton and […] The post “You’re Lying”: First-Round OSU Star Recalls Matt Patricia’s Brutal Act That Stunned Ryan Day’s Locker Room appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Ohio State Athletics and JPMorganChase Announce Landmark Partnership

Ohio State Athletics today announced a landmark partnership with JPMorganChase, uniting a global leader in education, research and athletics with the global leader in financial services. The agreement, JPMorganChase's first in college athletics, designates Chase as the official bank sponsor of Ohio State Athletics and the new jersey patch partner across Ohio State's 36 men's and women's varsity programs. The investment also provides new resources to support Ohio State student-athletes through ...

Ohio State Athletics and JPMorganChase Announce Landmark Partnership

COLUMBUS, Ohio (July 2026) – Ohio State Athletics today announced a landmark partnership with JPMorganChase, uniting a global leader in education, research and athletics with the global leader in financial services. The agreement, JPMorganChase's first in college athletics, designates Chase as the official bank sponsor of Ohio State Athletics and the new jersey patch partner across Ohio State's 36 men's and women's varsity programs. The investment also provides new resources to support Ohio St...

The 5 biggest storylines to watch for during 2026 Big Ten Media Days

Big Ten Media Days for the 2026 football season are set to commence in Chicago from Tuesday, July 28, to Thursday, July 30. Tuesday will include Illinois, Iowa, Penn State, Rutgers, USC and Wisconsin; Wednesday will feature Michigan State, Minnesota, Ohio State, Oregon, Purdue and UCLA; Thursday will have representatives from Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Nebraska, […]

“I Need to…”: Ryan Day Opens Up on the Biggest Lesson He Learned From His Ohio State Mistakes

Ryan Day says Ohio State taught him one hard lesson. For years, he tried to carry too much himself, but pressure and mistakes forced him to see coaching differently. That shift changed how he leads, and it may explain why the Buckeyes finally found their rhythm when it mattered most. “I think so much of […] The post “I Need to…”: Ryan Day Opens Up on the Biggest Lesson He Learned From His Ohio State Mistakes appeared first on EssentiallySports .