Latest news and updates about the Ohio State
As preseason camp begins this week, Land-Grant Holy Land is diving into its final theme every week of the off-season. This week is all about making predictions that may or may not be reasonable, in fact, some might say they are bold. You can catch up on all of the Theme Week content here and […]
Ohio State always means business in recruiting. Right from its WR-U reputation to the dominant NFL pipeline, recruits rarely overlook Ryan Day’s team when making a decision. Despite that, OSU has lost players like Kayden Dixon-Wyatt, though it has gained more than it has lost. But this time, an ACC team is gaining an edge […] The post Ryan Day & Ohio State Face Major ACC Threat in Pursuit of Nation’s No. 1 CB appeared first on EssentiallySports .
After following their national championship-winning season with an undefeated regular season in 2025, Ryan Day was ready to get into some legendary conversations. Unfortunately, Indiana ended its Big Ten dream, and Miami finished its chances of going back-to-back. Now, as a consequence of that, Day’s stock has gone down, while Curt Cignetti is on the […] The post Overshadowed by Curt Cignetti, Ryan Day Faces Harsh Ohio State Reality Check From ESPN Reporter appeared first on EssentiallySport...
As preseason camp begins this week, Land-Grant Holy Land is diving into its final theme every week of the off-season. This week is all about making predictions that may or may not be reasonable, in fact, some might say they are bold. You can catch up on all of the Theme Week content here and all of […]
Buckeyes make the short list for 2028 edge rusher George Parkinson IV Looking at Ohio State’s current 2027 recruiting class, the conversation has to start along the defensive line. Larry Johnson has done an elite job putting together a loaded group that has a chance to finish among the best in the country, provided each […]
Ryan Day has spent seven seasons in Columbus learning how to live with big expectations. The problem is, college football does not reward promises; it only respects results. On Thursday, ESPN made a loud statement about what it thinks will happen in Year eight. The numbers sound impressive. But they also come with a warning […] The post ESPN Makes Bold Ohio State Prediction for Ryan Day’s Eighth Season as Head Coach appeared first on EssentiallySports .
One ESPN voter wasn't nearly as high on Ryan Day as the rest of the panel and explained exactly what he believes needs to change. The post Ohio State’s Ryan Day Gets Blunt Challenge From ESPN appeared first on HEAVY .
It may be the recruiting dead period with several of Ohio State’s coaches still on their well-deserved vacations, but you wouldn’t know it with how many headlines continue to surface. Further proof to this staff’s efforts during the month of June and as a whole, the end of the month and now into July has […]
With the 2027 quarterback draft class being stacked with talent, college football analyst Phil Steele picked Ohio State’s Julian Sayin as the No. 1 draft-eligible QB heading into this season. The majority of analysts have Arch Manning as the first QB off the board come April. Others fancy the idea of Oregon’s Dante Moore or […] The post Ohio State’s Julian Sayin Receives Massive National Recognition Ahead of Year 2 appeared first on EssentiallySports .
With a major recruiting focus on the class of 2027, some programs are looking a year beyond it. One name drawing attention is 4-star quarterback Graham Simpson, the younger brother of former Alabama QB Ty Simpson. Confidence clearly runs in the family, as Graham didn’t hesitate to send a bold message to coaches, making it […] The post Ty Simpson’s Brother Subtly Puts Ryan Day on Notice After Ohio State’s New QB Move appeared first on EssentiallySports .
As preseason camp begins this week, Land-Grant Holy Land is diving into its final theme every week of the off-season. This week is all about making predictions that may or may not be reasonable, in fact, some might say they are bold. You can catch up on all of the Theme Week content here and all of […]
#59 George Fitzpatrick Redshirt Senior | 6-6 | 301 lbs. (+7) | Englewood, Colorado George Fitzpatrick (b. Jan. 13, 2004) is a highly touted offensive line transfer from Ohio State who was projected to replace Easton Kilty at left tackle last year, but missed the entire season due to an undisclosed medical crisis that seems to […]
As preseason camp begins this week, Land-Grant Holy Land is diving into its final theme every week of the off-season. This week is all about making predictions that may or may not be reasonable, in fact, some might say they are bold. You can catch up on all of the Theme Week content here and all of […]
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. As preseason camp […]
Ohio State All-American wide receiver Jeremiah Smith gave a 1-word response to NIL rumors claiming he was making $0 in 2026. The post Ohio State Superstar WR Jeremiah Smith Gives 1-Word Response to NIL Rumors appeared first on HEAVY .
If you saw that headline on your feed, you probably believed it for a second. That is exactly what happened when Ohio State’s star wide receiver, Jeremiah Smith, got pulled into a viral post that looked like real news. On July 8, sports satire creator Shane Tuttle posted on X that Smith was playing the […] The post Jeremiah Smith Left Baffled After $0 NIL Earning Report Goes Viral appeared first on EssentiallySports .
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 […]
As preseason camp begins this week, Land-Grant Holy Land is diving into its final theme every week of the off-season. This week is all about making predictions that may or may not be reasonable, in fact, some might say they are bold. You can catch up on all of the Theme Week content here and all of […]
Tennessee, Ole Miss, and Ohio State are battling for 5-star RB David Gabriel Georges, a recruit who could become one of the most expensive freshman running backs in college football. On3’s Pete Nakos reported the final deal could land between $1 million and $2 million, yet a Buckeye insider believes Ryan Day has a cheat […] The post SEC Powers Throw Millions at Ohio State’s 5-Star Target, but Ryan Day Sticks to Recruiting Cheat Code: Report appeared first on EssentiallySports .
If a player says he would rather crash his car than be late, the standard is clear. For Ohio State punter Joe McGuire, that line is not a joke; it is how his unit treats time under Ryan Day. “When you start at 6.30, you have to be there at 6,” Joe McGuire said during […] The post Ohio State Football Player Reveals Ryan Day’s Ruthless Punishments for Being Late to Practice: “It’s So Bad” appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Ryan Day’s recruiting momentum took another hit just three days after losing a four-star 2027 CB target to a conference rival. OSU was unable to secure the nation’s No. 1 OL, five-star 2027 talent Ismael Camara from Gilmer, Texas, who put the Buckeyes on his top 10 list. But an SEC program’s recruiting pitch stood […] The post Ryan Day’s Ohio State Loses Nation’s No. 1 Offensive Line Recruit to SEC Rival appeared first on EssentiallySports .
From now until preseason camp starts in August, Land-Grant Holy Land will be writing articles around a different theme every week. This week is all about the most important questions yet unanswered for the season. You can catch up on all of the Theme Week content and our ”Burning Questions” articles here. If there’s one man to be confident […]
Since we are already in the final stretch of the college football offseason, ranking lists are at their peak. ESPN ranked college football’s best by jersey number, and, as expected, they came up with a killer list. As usual, Ohio State completely ran the conversation. Word is, there are nine Buckeyes who made it to […] The post ESPN Names 9 Former Ohio State Stars Among College Football’s All-Time Best appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Welcome to the Recruiting Roundup, our three-times-per-week series breaking down the latest developments on the recruiting trail for the Michigan Wolverines. We’ll keep you up to date on the top targets, the visits they take, the predictions that analysts make, and everything in between. Here’s what you need to know today… Michigan lands four-star CB […]
Ohio State rarely asks true freshman wide receivers to become instant stars. It has happened before, Jeremiah Smith immediately became one of the best players in college football. Chris Henry Jr. is expected to have a major role from Day One this season. But those are exceptions, not the rule. More often, Ryan Day allows […]