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The high school football season is heating up, and the stakes are getting higher as teams battle for a chance to win it all. Several future Buckeyes are putting it all on the line to keep their playoff hopes alive for another week. The Southlake Carroll Dragons improved to a perfect 8-0 record on Friday […]

The Aggies have not won in Tiger Stadium since 1994

Over the next few weeks, the Group of 5 conferences are going to start sorting out their championship game participants. This week, there are major games in the American Conference and Mountain West Conference. These games will start to shape the postseason for both. Below are this week’s featured games. American Conference USF (6-1, 3-0) […]

The Good Northwestern’s Train Rolls On Northwestern is 5–2. That’s not a typo. It’s not a fever dream. It’s not a glitch in the standings. The Wildcats — who started this season under a cloud of low expectations and low preseason rankings — just shut out Purdue 19–0 and now sit one win away from […]

34-0 was the result, but even the shutout score doesn’t paint the full picture of this dominating performance. The Badgers (2-5, 0-4) only had 144 total yards on offense for the game. For comparison, Ohio State QB Julian Sayin had 169 yards passing in the first quarter alone. The No. 1 Buckeyes (7-0, 4-0) came […]

The third Saturday in October. With the leaves beginning to fall and the temperatures cooling down, most people feel a sense of happiness. Thinking of the approaching holiday season, with Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas approaching, everyone should be in good spirits. On Saturday, October 18th, in Tuscaloosa, AL, there will be nothing but hatred in […]

The Navy Midshipmen (6-0, 4-0) have won all six games so far this season. In five of the six games, they have scored at least 32 points. At the midway point of the season, the only question is, why aren’t the Midshipmen ranked in either Top 25 poll? Navy has played four conference games so […]

The Buckeyes are hot on the recruiting trail as 2028 5-star defensive lineman Jameer Whyce has committed to Ohio State, according to ON3 Insider Hayes Fawcett. Whyce held offers from 13 other schools, including Maryland, Illinois, and Missouri. Whyce is the No. 5 defensive lineman in the class of 2028. Whyce comes from a family […]

The No. 8 Oregon Ducks (5-1, 2-1) travel to face the Rutgers Scarlet Knights (3-3, 0-3) in an important game for the Ducks. Last week, the Ducks’ wings were clipped by the Indiana Hoosiers, causing them to drop from No. 3 to No. 8 in the country.

The future of the NFL is in great hands as former Buckeyes continue to prove their worth on football’s biggest stage. Hard hits and miraculous plays are made each week with the same attitude and enthusiasm that defines what it means to be a Buckeye graduate. The Tennessee Titans’ young season continues to take a […]

2026 3-star safety Khmari Bing has committed to Ohio State, according to ON3 Insider Hayes Fawcett. Bing was previously committed to Maryland and held offers from 17 other schools, including Alabama, Auburn, and Miami. Bing attends St. Frances Academy in Baltimore, Maryland. Khmari Bing is the third commitment for Matt Guerrieri and the Buckeyes’ safety […]

We are halfway through the 2025 season, and the postseason picture for a number of conferences is going to start to take shape. The next few weeks will feature games that have major postseason implications for the Group of 5. Below are this week’s featured games. American Conference Army (3-3, 2-2) @ Tulane (5-1, 2-0) […]

The series record between LSU and Vanderbilt is lopsided in the Tigers favor, but the Commodores are the darlings of the SEC in 2025.

Offense was the name of the game this past week as future Buckeyes put their skills on display. The cheers were loud and the stands were filled with pride as another week in high school football came to a close. 2027 Quarterback Brady Edmunds and the Huntington Beach Oilers took on La Habra on Friday […]

Class of 2026 offensive lineman Landry Brede has flipped his commitment to Ohio State, per ON3 Insider Hayes Fawcett. Brede was formerly committed to North Carolina State. Brede is an Ohio native and attends Mentor High School. Brede is a top-100 offensive tackle in the class of 2026 and currently has a 3-star rating. Ohio […]

The Good Indiana Raiders of the Lost Duck How odd that it should end this way for the Ducks (NCAA-leading 18-game home win streak), after so many BIG stimulating encounters at home. Where else should we find an adversary so close to the Ducks’ own level? Try Cignetti’s Hoosiers. Curt Cignetti’s conversation with Dan Lanning:“You […]

College Football Backers’ writer TJ Chapman contributed to this article. Penn State fired James Franklin on Sunday. The Nittany Lions started the season 3-3, 0-3 in Big Ten play. While losses to Top 10 teams were understandable, the last two losses to UCLA and Northwestern had the administration and boosters thinking “my skin is curling”. […]

LSU continued its dominance over South Carolina with a win in Death Valley

The Longhorns dominated in the second half in Red River Rivalry

After a 34-16 win, the No. 1 Ohio State Buckeyes move to 6-0 and 3-0 in the Big Ten. The game started exactly as I would’ve written it up. Ohio State comes out passing and dominates the Illinois Fighting Illini (5-2, 2-2) early on. Okay, I would have written it with a touchdown on the […]

No matter where you turn this week, it seems everyone has been busy writing James Franklin’s obituary as Penn State’s head coach. “It’s time to move on,” they say. Others compare it to Andy Reid’s divorce from Philadelphia — a mutual parting meant to let both sides flourish. I don’t buy it. Who I buy […]

It is that time of the week when we recap another week of high school football. Offense was the name of the game this past week, and many future Buckeyes put their skills on display. The Southlake Carroll Dragons could do no wrong in their matchup against Keller. The Dragons dominated by a score of […]

Broadcast Information Date: Saturday, October 11th Time: noon, ET Location: Columbia, MO TV: ABC After a rough opening game, many people assumed that No. 8 Alabama (4-1, 2-0) was destined to have a bad season. After that game, the Crimson Tide made improvements. Now they look like a team that may be one of the […]

The No. 3 Oregon Ducks (5-0, 2-0) will host the No. 7 Indiana Hoosiers (5-0, 2-0) in a major Big Ten face-off. Both teams are undefeated this season and ranked in the top 10. ESPN’s College Gameday will be hosting from Eugene, OR.

Minnesota put their best script of plays out there last Saturday and came away with only a field goal. From that point, the hunting dogs were caged; Minnesota didn’t even sniff the red zone from that point forward. It was the bend but don’t break defense, but they only bent once and never broke. Now […]

Roles are being defined, and teams are taking shape as five weeks in the NFL have come and gone. Former Buckeyes exploded on offense this week, and “Zone 6” is proving Ohio State’s case for Wide Receiver U. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ season has been a story of late-game heroics, and this weekend was no […]

Texas leads the series with 64 victories, but Oklahoma has won seven of the last 10 meetings

Week 7 has the chance to be the best week of Group of 5 games this year. Of the 10 teams featured, only two have records under .500. Four of the teams have either one loss or no losses. Below are this week’s featured games. American Conference No. 24 USF (4-1, 1-0) @ North Texas […]

Safety Malik Hartford and EDGE rusher CJ Hicks have decided to preserve their redshirt eligibility and will not play for the remainder of the Buckeyes’ season, according to Josh Poloha of Eleven Warriors. This news does not come as a surprise, as both have seen limited playing time throughout the duration of their time in […]

Others Receiving Votes Navy 13, USF 13, Penn State 11, Louisville 9, Cincinnati 7, Utah 5, Washington 3, UNLV 2

The Aggies are undefeated at 5-0 for the first time in a decade

2026 3-star tight end Corbyn Fordham has flipped his commitment from Ohio State to Florida State, according to ON3Sports Insider Hayes Fawcett. The senior from Jacksonville, Florida, had been committed to the Buckeyes since November of last year. Fordham was the lone tight end commit for Coach Keenan Bailey and the Buckeyes. Fordham has been […]

The No. 2 scoring defense in college football allowed the most points in a game all season

To say the 2025 Penn State offense is misfiring on all cylinders might be accurate, but one running back seems to have not missed a beat. Senior Kaytron Allen, nicknamed “Fatman,” has seemingly been a phoenix as he continues to rise to the occasion for Penn State. “I think I’m playing better than what I […]

Week 6 of Around the Group of 5 offers five teams with either no losses or just one loss. We’re entering conference play, which means these games mean more now. Below are this week’s featured games. American Conference Tulsa (2-3, 0-2) @ Memphis (5-0, 1-0) 8:00 p.m. ET, Oct. 4, Memphis, TN on ESPNU Memphis […]

Photo Credit: Buckeye Backers After Ohio State’s (4-0, 1-0) first big road test in a hostile environment, do we know more about this team? Yes, this defense is elite, and everyone in the nation knows it’s true. Ryan Day has mentioned repeatedly that this team is playing with an edge. On defense, that edge, both […]

These highly-productive gunslingers are masters at ball security and putting the football in exactly the right spot

The 2025 season is one month old. It’s clear that the top freshman quarterback in the country is Maryland’s Malik Washington. Some players are performing well. Others have received a lot of hype. However, none have played as well as Washington. Coming out of spring practices, it seemed that Washington was behind both Justyn Martin […]

Another week of the NFL season is in the books and many former Buckeyes displayed their talents on football’s biggest platform. Ohio State was well represented this week, and the stat sheets were stained with scarlet and gray. The Cleveland Browns have fallen to a concerning record of 1-3. This week’s 34-10 loss to the […]

This series is tied, nine wins for the Aggies, nine wins for the Bulldogs

The Gators are looking for their first win against the Longhorns

At 3-1, Michigan enters its matchup with Wisconsin looking to prove it belongs in the playoff conversation. Despite the strong start, questions remain about the Wolverines’ offensive creativity, discipline, and game management. The upcoming stretch will be critical in determining whether Sherrone Moore can solidify Michigan as a contender or if the same issues from last season persist.

The Tigers have scored 23 points or less in four of their five games this season

Jim Tressel’s new initiative is in full swing. The former Ohio State Head Coach was nominated to fill the Lieutenant Governor position this winter and has been traveling to schools around the state to talk about the Team Tressel Fitness Challenge. The fitness initiative is designed to raise awareness about the importance of mental and […]

The No. 1 quarterback in the FBS plays in Waco, TX

Leonard Nimoy played one of his most iconic roles as the presenter on the documentary series “In Search Of.” In the series, Nimoy would narrate and present on various topics. These ranged from historical events, science, and even the paranormal.  Penn State’s resident football genius is defensive coordinator Jim Knowles. He is as close to […]

The Utah Utes (3-1, 0-1) will travel to take on the West Virginia Mountaineers (2-2, 0-1) on Sept. 27. After Utah’s disappointing outing against Texas Tech, the Utes will look for redemption.

This week’s slate of Group of 5 games includes a few that are, on paper, going to be tremendous games. The combined records in the games are as follows: American Conference has a record of 6-1. Conference USA has a record of 4-2. The Mountain West Conference has a record of 6-2. The game in […]

The No. 3 Penn State Nittany Lions will host the No. 6 Oregon Ducks in a pivotal Big Ten clash on Sept. 27. ESPN will travel to Happy Valley for their College Gameday presentation, adding fuel to the fire.

Broadcast Information Date: Saturday, Sep. 27, 2025 Time: 3:30 PM EST, 12:30 PST Location: Husky Stadium, Seattle, WA TV: CBS Key Matchup OSU Passing Offense vs UW Passing Defense The majority of the analysis is focused on the offensive firepower for the Huskies. That is understandable, as dynamic as they are on that side of […]

We are now 3 weeks into the NFL season, and some former Buckeyes are continuing to step up in big moments for their respective teams, while some former Buckeyes have had their seasons cut short due to injury. Let’s start with the good news. Quinshon Judkins is getting settled in nicely with the Cleveland Browns. […]

Another week of high school football has come and gone. That means it is time to check in on some future Buckeyes who are making an impact for their respective high school teams. The Huntington Beach Oilers put on an offensive clinic on Friday night against Mayfair. 2027 4-star quarterback Brady Edmunds shined, throwing 3 […]

The leading receiver in the FBS plays in College Station

LSU has won 7 of the last 10 meetings against the Rebels

The Good Iowa 17? In a Quarter? Did Iowa Just Beat Their Game Average in a Quarter? Not Really… But It Felt Like It. Coming into the fourth quarter tied 21-21 with Rutgers, Iowa turned on the jets — and for a team not known for lighting up the scoreboard, it felt like a scoring […]

The Buckeyes are keeping it in the family with the addition of 2027 3-star athlete Angelo Smith, according to Rivals. Angelo Smith is the brother of Ohio State star wide receiver Jeremiah Smith. Smith held offers from other schools including Miami, Toledo, Ohio State, Georgia State, and Oklahoma State. Angelo Smith snaps what has been […]

Others receiving Votes Louisville,5; USF, 5; Arizona State, 3; Washington, 3; BYU, 2; Utah, 2; Auburn, 1; Memphis 1

Ohio State QB Julian Sayin is doing his part, replacing National Championship-winning QB Will Howard. Sayin has an unheard-of completion percentage through his first 3 games. Even after what some may consider an off game against the Ohio Bobcats in Week 3, going 25-32, Sayin still tops the list of college football quarterbacks when it […]

The Tigers racked up 530 yards of total offense.

The No. 6 Oregon Ducks (4-0) blowout the Oregon State Beavers (0-4) 41-7 in their final rivalry game until 2027. Once the Ducks took flight, there was no catching them for the Beavers.

The No. 17 Texas Tech Red Raiders (4-0) beat the No. 16 Utah Utes (3-1) by a score of 34-10 in a Big Noon Kickoff showdown.

The No. 16 Utah Utes (3-0) are looking strong, and so is their new quarterback Devon Dampier.

The historic rivalry game between the Oregon Ducks (3-0) and Oregon State Beavers (0-3) is back and ready to excite. No matter where the teams stand in rankings, rivalry games are always a different ball game.

Week 4 in the Group of 5 features three games that are conference matchups. The games below from Conference USA and the MAC, while not conference games, are against other Group of 5 squads. Sadly, the best game in the Group of 5 this weekend will be missed by most of the country. It starts […]

In the series history, the Tigers have outscored the Lions 79-7 and own a 2-0 record.

Another week in the NFL season has come and gone and former Buckeyes continue to make their presence felt on the field. Several rookies are getting settled in with their new teams and seasoned veterans are continuing to prove why they belong in this league. The Atlanta Falcons defense had a fantastic performance across the […]

These two teams have only met once on the gridiron, in 1990

Others Receiving Votes Missouri 8; South Carolina 8; Louisville 6; SMU 5; Baylor 4; Notre Dame 4; Washington 2

The preseason brought us way too much hype and unreasonable expectations

The latest week of high school football has come to a close and it was a wild one. From shocking upsets to dazzling plays, these future Buckeyes filled the headlines. The Mater Dei Monarchs of California have consistently been one of America’s best high school football programs, winning multiple national titles and producing high-level talent […]

As a Vanderbilt football fan who’s been cheering from the stands since the early ’90s – back when we were still dreaming of consistent bowl games and the occasional upset over a ranked opponent – I’ve witnessed more heartbreak than highlights. Remember the 1990s? We had flashes of being headed in the right direction under […]

The Good Underwood’s Connor Stallions Bowl Freshman QB Bryce Underwood turned in a sunglasses-worthy highlight-reel performance vs. Central Michigan, grabbing 349 total yards with three TDs. He led his team in rushing with 114 yards, with two of his three touchdowns coming via the ground game, and also tossed the rock for 235 yards. This […]

D.B.U. was back as the Tigers picked off five passes on Saturday night

The Longhorns were 1 of 9 on third down in the first half

The Huskie Depth Builder If college football had mercy rules, this game would’ve ended somewhere in the second quarter. The Washington Huskies steamrolled UC Davis 70-10 in a performance so lopsided, the scoreboard nearly called in sick. RB Jonah Coleman was unstoppable like a runaway shopping cart headed to dent a brand new car. he […]

Photo by Illini athletics Illini sounded something like this The Illini went down to Durham . They were lookin’ for a win to steal.They were feelin’ bold, just breakin’ the mold, With their hands on the whip and the wheel. They came across some Devils hot. Slingin’ passes down the lane. Luke Altmyer grinned, said […]

Since the Blue-White spring game, Penn State has been clamoring for more at linebacker. It started with head coach James Franklin seeking a veteran piece to fill the role that current Minnesota Vikings linebacker Kobe King left after last season. Penn State was able to fill that void with North Carolina transfer Amare Campbell. Campbell, […]

Week 2 was a very good week for the Group of 5. There were upsets of Power-4 programs, such as West Virginia losing at Ohio. But the major upset of the day came when USF stunned the Florida Gators 18-16 in Gainesville, FL. If USF can ride this wave of momentum, the Bulls will be […]

Broadcast Information On paper, this game should be over by halftime. Ohio State is riding a 38-game win streak against current members of the Mid-American Conference. With a DeLorean, Doc and Marty McFly, you would struggle to go back far enough. In 1894, Akron beat the Buckeyes 12-6. Ohio just knocked off a Power 4 […]

Broadcast Information No. 16 Texas A&M (2-0, 0-0) at No. 8 Notre Dame (0-1) Time: 7:30 PM EST Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025 Where: Notre Dame Stadium, Notre Dame, Indiana TV: NBC/Peacock The Texas A&M Aggies travel to Notre Dame for a high-profile top 25 match-up. In 2024 the two teams opened the season against […]

Broadcast Information No. 12 Clemson (1-1, 0-0) (-9.5) at Georgia Tech (2-0, 0-0) Time: noon EST Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025 Where: Bobby Dodd Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia TV: ESPN Georgia Tech welcomes in the Clemson Tigers to kick off ACC play. This match-up will set the pace for both teams. Both teams seek to make […]

The Miners are 0-6 against the Longhorns with an average margin of defeat of 36 points per loss

Week one of the NFL season has come to a close, and it was a good one. Multiple former Buckeyes stepped up and filled the stat sheets for their respective teams, laying the foundation for a big 2025 season. Emeka Egbuka Tampa Bay Buccaneers first-round pick Emeka Egbuka made his NFL debut on Sunday against […]

Livingstone is one-half of a QB/WR duo that is fun to watch

The future of Ohio State football is looking bright as members of the Buckeyes recruiting classes took the field under the Friday night lights. Offensive Recruits 2027 4-star quarterback Brady Edmunds and Huntington Beach bounced back this week after the loss to Trabuco Hills. Edmunds lit it up, passing for 351 yards and 5 total […]

The Gators and Tigers have created one of the most heated rivalries in the SEC.

The No. 1 Ohio State Buckeyes practiced the traditional dad approach on Saturday with their beatdown of the Grambling State Tigers 70-0. They sternly unbuckled their work pants, took off the belt, and began showing the Tigers who was the boss from the time the clock started to the final whistle. Everyone, including Grambling State […]

Others receiving votes: Indiana 7; Michigan 7; Nebraska 7; Auburn 6; Louisville 5; Florida 4; SMU 3; Baylor 1; Pitt 1

The Good Cowboys Ducked Up Beyond Recognition No. 6 Oregon didn’t just beat Oklahoma State — the 69–3 annihilation marked the most humiliating defeat of Mike Gundy’s 20-year career. Dante Moore treated OSU’s defense like a walkthrough drill, throwing for 266 yards and 3 effortless touchdowns. Oklahoma State wanted more, so Dan Lanning delivered: Dakorien […]

The No. 3 Tigers take care of business as they whip the Bulldogs

The Overview Season Opener Performances What’s at Stake The Washington Huskies look to continue their reign of terror at Husky Stadium. For UC Davis, it’s not just about keeping it close—it’s about proving that FCS teams can crash an FBS party, especially when they bring a mobile quarterback with nerves of steel and nothing to […]

Texas has now won 25 of 26 home-openers

Former Ohio State star running back Quinshon Judkins has agreed to a 4-year, $11.4 million fully guaranteed contract with the Cleveland Browns, according to NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport. The Cleveland Browns selected Judkins in the 2nd round of this year’s NFL Draft. The stunning news then came out about Judkins allegedly being involved in […]

Pitt QB Eli Holstein threw 4 TD passes as the Panthers beat Central Michigan 45-17 on Saturday. The Pitt defense, led by LB Rasheem Biles, limited the Chippewas to 40 rushing yards. Head coach Matt Drinkall’s squad rushed for 236 yards a week ago against San Jose State. Game Summary Expecting a heavy dose of […]

When you look at the most recent run of defensive ends that have been excellent imports in the NFL from Penn State, they have a claim for being “EDGE U.”  Newly acquired defensive end by the Green Bay Packers, Micah Parsons, is considered a franchise cornerstone in the NFL. The New York Giants made Abdul […]

Broadcast Information The Navy Midshipmen host the UAB Blazers as both squads open conference play in the American. The Midshipmen walloped the VMI Keydets in Week 1, 52-7. UAB held on to defeat the Alabama State Hornets 52-42. In-Conference Head Start Navy and UAB will be the first in-conference meeting for the American in 2025. […]

Broadcast Information The Pitt Panthers host the Central Michigan Chippewas on Saturday in a matchup between the MAC and ACC. First-year Chippewas head coach Matt Drinkall got a win in his first game at the helm, defeating San Jose State 16-14. Pitt opened the 2025 season with a win in the first City Game since […]

The once dominant team in college football is 5-5 over their last 10 games, dating back to the 2024 season

Head coach Ryan Day’s legacy at Ohio State now has a firm foundation, but it was carefully developed brick by brick. He wasn’t “born on third” as some may want you to believe; he’s earned the quick ascent, defined by both mountain tops and valleys of extreme emotions. His 70-10 record, national championship, and academic […]