IT’S TIME! Buckeyes kick off preseason practice today

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COLUMBUS, OHIO - MARCH 10: Julian Sayin #10 of the Ohio State Buckeyes hands the ball off to Anthony "Turbo" Rogers #21 of the Ohio State Buckeyes during Spring Practice at Woody Hayes Athletic Center on March 10, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Mowry/Getty Images) | Getty Images

We know that your life is busy, but that doesn’t mean you want to miss any news about your favorite team. So, we are rounding up all of the most important news, analysis, and commentary from LGHL and the rest of the Buckeye beat.

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Player to Watch​

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Player to Watch: Payton Pierce ready to be next Buckeye up at linebacker
Brett Ludwiczak, Land-Grant Holy Land

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On the gridiron​

The biggest question facing every Ohio State position group entering camp
Joey Kaufman, The Columbus Dispatch

Three Bold Predictions as Ohio State readies for 2026 training camp
Jeremy Birmingham, Lettermen Row

Top Five Position Battles to Watch As Ohio State Begins 2026 Preseason Camp
Dan Hope, Eleven Warriors

"We went out and got Qua Russaw, James Smith, and John Walker in the portal..

We picked up Christian Alliegro, Earl Little, and Terry Moore..

These guys have experience and they're gonna step up for us" ~ @ryandaytime#PMSLivepic.twitter.com/iF57f3cSIY

— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) August 5, 2026

Intel: Final thoughts, buzz on Buckeyes ahead of 2026 training camp
Spencer Holbrook, Lettermen Row

Beyond the Box Score: Why the Buckeyes being ranked No. 1 in the Preseason Coaches Poll DOES matter
Alex Frank, Land-Grant Holy Land

Five training camp concerns that could hold Ohio State back
Alex Gleitman, Lettermen Row

Will Ohio State football be playoff-ready? These 4 games will tell us
Dan Aulbach, The Columbus Dispatch

Julian Sayin becomes Ryan Day’s third returning starting QB — and he’s not wasting the opportunity
Patrick Murphy, Bucknuts

Ohio State’s defense has the talent; now it needs a leader
Cole VanWiechen, Land-Grant Holy Land

"Everything that Jeremiah Smith said he was gonna do he's doing..

It's the same thing on our end and with that trust you can work thru anything..

He's one of the most iconic players in the history of college football" ~ @ryandaytime#PMSLivepic.twitter.com/nNrEJD2a9Q

— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) August 5, 2026

Jeremiah Smith and the chase for greatness
Doug Lesmerises, The Bill and Doug Show: Premium Ohio State Writing & Talk

Records Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith could break in 2026
Patrick Murphy, Bucknuts

Ohio State’s Passing Game Had a YAC Problem in 2025 – And Fixing It Could Define the Buckeyes’ Offense in 2026
Josh Poloha, Eleven Warriors

You’re Nuts: Which sports tournament or playoff is your favorite?
Brett Ludwiczak and Matt Tamanini, Land-Grant Holy Land

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On the hardwood​

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Wins in Puerto Rico have Ohio State feeling confident for season
Adam Jardy, The Columbus Dispatch

You’re Nuts: Which Ohio State senior from last year would you welcome back for a fifth year?
Brett Ludwiczak and Matt Tamanini, Land-Grant Holy Land

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Outside The Shoe and the Schott​

Men’s Lacrosse: Eiland Named to USA Lacrosse Roster for Pan-Am Championship
Ohio State Athletics

Women’s Soccer: PHOTO GALLERY: Ohio State vs. WVU Exhibition
Ohio State Athletics

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And now for something completely different​

This is absolutely gross:

NEW: On3 announces strategic partnership with @Polymarket as its exclusive prediction market partnerhttps://t.co/RfsLG8ITefpic.twitter.com/ufP4fZgMl6

— On3 (@On3) August 5, 2026

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