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LGHL Ohio State men’s basketball vs. Michigan State: Game preview and prediction
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Ohio State men’s basketball vs. Michigan State: Game preview and prediction
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The Buckeyes will host the Tom Izzo led Spartans to open up the new year and conference play.
The Ohio State (9-4, 1-1) men’s basketball team will host Tom Izzo and the No. 18 Michigan State Spartans (11-2, 2-0) in a rare Friday night showdown at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus.
Ohio State completed its non-conference slate on Sunday with a win over Indiana State, as the Buckeyes eclipsed 100 points for the third time this season.
Michigan State comes into the contest at 11-2 and 2-0 in the early part of conference play, with dominating wins over Minnesota and Nebraska. The Spartans have only two losses this season, coming against Kansas and Memphis, both by eight points.
Ohio State has lost one conference game to Maryland but lost three in the non-conference to Texas A&M, Pittsburgh, and Auburn. They were able to pick up a huge win two weeks ago against a top-five Kentucky team in the CBS Sports Classic to pick up some much-needed momentum heading into conference play.
Ohio State will still be without starting senior guard and South Carolina transfer Meechie Johnson, who left the team due to personal matters. He has missed three games, and his timetable to return is unknown, according to head coach Jake Diebler.
Michigan State only has one player averaging double digits, but it has eight players averaging six points or more per game. In an impressive display of depth, it also has ten players averaging 14 or more minutes per game.
Senior guard Jaden Akins is averaging 13.7 points and 4.2 rebounds per game. Freshman guard Jase Richardson, the son of former NBA player and Michigan State great Jason Richardson, is averaging 9.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game.
Transfer senior forward Frankie Fidler averages 9.2 points and 3.2 rebounds per game, while sophomore Coen Carr averages 8.8 points and 3.2 rebounds per game. Spartan big man Jaxon Kohler averages 8.1 points and a team-high 8.4 rebounds per game.
Freshman guard Jeremy Fears Jr. averages 7.4 points and 5.9 assists per game as the Spartans’ main ball handler. Tre Holloman and Xavier Booker average 7.4 and 6.4 points per game, respectively.
Michigan State is ranked No. 20 overall on KenPom, No. 33 in offensive efficiency rating, and No. 17 in defensive efficiency rating. Ohio State is ranked No. 28 overall, No. 24 in offensive efficiency rating, and No. 36 in defensive efficiency rating.
The Buckeyes are led by junior guard Bruce Thornton, who is averaging 17.4 points, 3.1 rebounds and 4.8 assists per game. He is having his most efficient season, shooting 55.8 percent from the field, 49 percent from three-point range, and 82.9 percent from the free-throw line. He also leads the Buckeyes with 32.9 minutes per game and is the only Buckeye playing over 30 minutes a game.
Thornton, a three-year captain, is coming off back-to-back 30-point performances, with 30 points in the win against Kentucky and 33 points against Indiana State. He is the first Buckeye to record back-to-back 30-point performances since Evan Turner.
Thornton is eighth in the conference in scoring, at 17.4 points per game, and is ninth in the country in assist-to-turnover ratio, at 3.71.
Sophomore forward Devin Royal continues his breakout season, averaging 14.8 points and 7.5 rebounds per game, which leads the team. Royal shoots 60.2 percent from the field and 73 percent from the free-throw line. He also leads the team with 1.2 steals per game.
Freshman phenom John Mobley Jr. averages 12.2 points per game and is shooting 47.8 percent from three-point range. He is going through a bit of a slump, shooting just 2-for-13 from beyond the arc over the last two games.
Micah Parrish is averaging 9.8 points and 4.7 rebounds per game, but did not play in the Buckeyes’ win over Indiana State after suffering an ankle injury against Kentucky. Sophomore center Aaron Bradshaw is averaging 9.2 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks per game and has been a huge spark for the Buckeyes since returning from a prolonged absence due to a university investigation.
Ques Glover has only played five games after dealing with an injury, but he is averaging 7.0 points per game on 56 percent shooting from the field and 55 percent from three-point range.
Sean Stewart is averaging 5.9 points and 5.9 rebounds per game, while Evan Mahaffey is averaging 5.2 points and 3.7 rebounds per game.
This game could come down to perimeter shooting. Ohio State is one of the top three-point shooting teams in the conference at 39.6 percent, while Michigan State is one of the worst at 28.8 percent. Ohio State is also No. 17 in the country in three-point percentage, while Michigan State is No. 335.
Ohio State will have to be able to get something going in the paint to win this game. They have been able to generate more paint touches since Aaron Bradshaw returned to the lineup, and Sean Stewart continues to improve, but the Buckeyes need to show that they can consistently win games when their three-point shot is not there.
Also, Michigan State is a great offensive-rebounding team, so it will be key to keep them off the glass and not let them get second-chance opportunities. And not to turn the ball over.
ESPN BPI: Ohio State 59.0%
Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
TV: FOX
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Nick King/Lansing State Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
The Buckeyes will host the Tom Izzo led Spartans to open up the new year and conference play.
The Ohio State (9-4, 1-1) men’s basketball team will host Tom Izzo and the No. 18 Michigan State Spartans (11-2, 2-0) in a rare Friday night showdown at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus.
Ohio State completed its non-conference slate on Sunday with a win over Indiana State, as the Buckeyes eclipsed 100 points for the third time this season.
Michigan State comes into the contest at 11-2 and 2-0 in the early part of conference play, with dominating wins over Minnesota and Nebraska. The Spartans have only two losses this season, coming against Kansas and Memphis, both by eight points.
Ohio State has lost one conference game to Maryland but lost three in the non-conference to Texas A&M, Pittsburgh, and Auburn. They were able to pick up a huge win two weeks ago against a top-five Kentucky team in the CBS Sports Classic to pick up some much-needed momentum heading into conference play.
Ohio State will still be without starting senior guard and South Carolina transfer Meechie Johnson, who left the team due to personal matters. He has missed three games, and his timetable to return is unknown, according to head coach Jake Diebler.
Preview
Michigan State only has one player averaging double digits, but it has eight players averaging six points or more per game. In an impressive display of depth, it also has ten players averaging 14 or more minutes per game.
Senior guard Jaden Akins is averaging 13.7 points and 4.2 rebounds per game. Freshman guard Jase Richardson, the son of former NBA player and Michigan State great Jason Richardson, is averaging 9.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game.
Transfer senior forward Frankie Fidler averages 9.2 points and 3.2 rebounds per game, while sophomore Coen Carr averages 8.8 points and 3.2 rebounds per game. Spartan big man Jaxon Kohler averages 8.1 points and a team-high 8.4 rebounds per game.
Freshman guard Jeremy Fears Jr. averages 7.4 points and 5.9 assists per game as the Spartans’ main ball handler. Tre Holloman and Xavier Booker average 7.4 and 6.4 points per game, respectively.
Michigan State is ranked No. 20 overall on KenPom, No. 33 in offensive efficiency rating, and No. 17 in defensive efficiency rating. Ohio State is ranked No. 28 overall, No. 24 in offensive efficiency rating, and No. 36 in defensive efficiency rating.
The Buckeyes are led by junior guard Bruce Thornton, who is averaging 17.4 points, 3.1 rebounds and 4.8 assists per game. He is having his most efficient season, shooting 55.8 percent from the field, 49 percent from three-point range, and 82.9 percent from the free-throw line. He also leads the Buckeyes with 32.9 minutes per game and is the only Buckeye playing over 30 minutes a game.
Thornton, a three-year captain, is coming off back-to-back 30-point performances, with 30 points in the win against Kentucky and 33 points against Indiana State. He is the first Buckeye to record back-to-back 30-point performances since Evan Turner.
Thornton is eighth in the conference in scoring, at 17.4 points per game, and is ninth in the country in assist-to-turnover ratio, at 3.71.
Sophomore forward Devin Royal continues his breakout season, averaging 14.8 points and 7.5 rebounds per game, which leads the team. Royal shoots 60.2 percent from the field and 73 percent from the free-throw line. He also leads the team with 1.2 steals per game.
Freshman phenom John Mobley Jr. averages 12.2 points per game and is shooting 47.8 percent from three-point range. He is going through a bit of a slump, shooting just 2-for-13 from beyond the arc over the last two games.
Micah Parrish is averaging 9.8 points and 4.7 rebounds per game, but did not play in the Buckeyes’ win over Indiana State after suffering an ankle injury against Kentucky. Sophomore center Aaron Bradshaw is averaging 9.2 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks per game and has been a huge spark for the Buckeyes since returning from a prolonged absence due to a university investigation.
Ques Glover has only played five games after dealing with an injury, but he is averaging 7.0 points per game on 56 percent shooting from the field and 55 percent from three-point range.
Sean Stewart is averaging 5.9 points and 5.9 rebounds per game, while Evan Mahaffey is averaging 5.2 points and 3.7 rebounds per game.
Prediction
This game could come down to perimeter shooting. Ohio State is one of the top three-point shooting teams in the conference at 39.6 percent, while Michigan State is one of the worst at 28.8 percent. Ohio State is also No. 17 in the country in three-point percentage, while Michigan State is No. 335.
Ohio State will have to be able to get something going in the paint to win this game. They have been able to generate more paint touches since Aaron Bradshaw returned to the lineup, and Sean Stewart continues to improve, but the Buckeyes need to show that they can consistently win games when their three-point shot is not there.
Also, Michigan State is a great offensive-rebounding team, so it will be key to keep them off the glass and not let them get second-chance opportunities. And not to turn the ball over.
ESPN BPI: Ohio State 59.0%
Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
TV: FOX
LGHL score prediction: Ohio State 78, Michigan State 71
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LGHL BOOOOM! Four-star 2026 athlete Jakob Weatherspoon commits to Ohio State
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BOOOOM! Four-star 2026 athlete Jakob Weatherspoon commits to Ohio State
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Jakob Weatherspoon | 247Sports
The Buckeyes have locked in a fourth commitment in the 2026 class.
After Thursday’s quarterfinal game, the College Football Playoff final four teams are set, and the Buckeyes may be the hottest team in the field right now. Two games under their belt that have shown nothing but dominance on both sides of the ball, Ohio State is halfway to their ultimate goal, but has to love where they currently stand.
Keeping up with all phases of the program including off-field efforts, the Buckeyes are rolling there too as Thursday also saw some great news for the future of the program with the latest commitment in the 2026 class.
As if things surrounding the Ohio State program couldn’t get ant better the past two weeks or so, the Buckeyes have added their latest commitment in the 2026 with in-state top target, Jakob Weatherspoon. Keeping their positive momentum going, the Buckeyes now have four commits in the next cycle, and more importantly keep one of the best Ohio natives at home for his college career.
A 5-foot-10, 175 pound athlete out of Avon, Ohio, Weatherspoon is currently ranked as the No. 164 player nationally and the ninth-best athlete in the class as well as the seventh-best player in Ohio per the 247Sports Composite. Likely a cornerback at the next level once he gets to Columbus, position coach Tim Walton was all smiles after the Oregon game, and that only continues with this latest addition.
A dynamic player all over the field, Weatherspoon has lined up in several different positions for his prep team. This past season saw him win a state championship as one of the main leaders on Avon’s squad. A true winner, the Buckeyes know what they’re getting in Weathersppon, and that’s versatility. Seeing his sophomore film will give plenty of examples of why this Ohio State staff prioritized him early, and seeing his junior campaign only furthered that notion.
Knowing how critical the state of Ohio is every year for the Buckeyes and their recruiting efforts, this in-state 2026 class may be all the staff needs when it comes to defensive backs. Cornerbacks Elbert Hill and Victor Singleton are the top two players in the state, and having Weatherspoon already in the fold as well as being in solid position for the aforementioned names is exactly what you’d want.
No. 4 for 2026 is locked in, and now it will be his turn to further the success as a peer recruiter for the long-haul. Seen before many times, it’s the in-state kids who can be the class leaders, and Weatherspoon is no different. A job well done by Tim Walton and staff, this cycle is really just getting started.
The ability to line up both in the backfield and split outside, Rogers has the home run play-making ability an offensive staff desires. Seeing him perform like this is one thing, but taking into consideration the amount of talent in the game he’s going against and you see all the more reason why Ohio State tried to hard to uproot him from his former Alabama commitment.
The No. 143 player nationally and eighth-best running back in the 2025 class per the 247Sports Composite, position coach Carlos Locklyn has another weapon on his way to Columbus.
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Caleb Houser via our friends at Land-Grant Holy Land
Visit their fantastic blog and read the full article (and so much more) here
Jakob Weatherspoon | 247Sports
The Buckeyes have locked in a fourth commitment in the 2026 class.
After Thursday’s quarterfinal game, the College Football Playoff final four teams are set, and the Buckeyes may be the hottest team in the field right now. Two games under their belt that have shown nothing but dominance on both sides of the ball, Ohio State is halfway to their ultimate goal, but has to love where they currently stand.
Keeping up with all phases of the program including off-field efforts, the Buckeyes are rolling there too as Thursday also saw some great news for the future of the program with the latest commitment in the 2026 class.
BOOM! Ohio State lands 2026 in-state four-star
As if things surrounding the Ohio State program couldn’t get ant better the past two weeks or so, the Buckeyes have added their latest commitment in the 2026 with in-state top target, Jakob Weatherspoon. Keeping their positive momentum going, the Buckeyes now have four commits in the next cycle, and more importantly keep one of the best Ohio natives at home for his college career.
A 5-foot-10, 175 pound athlete out of Avon, Ohio, Weatherspoon is currently ranked as the No. 164 player nationally and the ninth-best athlete in the class as well as the seventh-best player in Ohio per the 247Sports Composite. Likely a cornerback at the next level once he gets to Columbus, position coach Tim Walton was all smiles after the Oregon game, and that only continues with this latest addition.
A dynamic player all over the field, Weatherspoon has lined up in several different positions for his prep team. This past season saw him win a state championship as one of the main leaders on Avon’s squad. A true winner, the Buckeyes know what they’re getting in Weathersppon, and that’s versatility. Seeing his sophomore film will give plenty of examples of why this Ohio State staff prioritized him early, and seeing his junior campaign only furthered that notion.
Knowing how critical the state of Ohio is every year for the Buckeyes and their recruiting efforts, this in-state 2026 class may be all the staff needs when it comes to defensive backs. Cornerbacks Elbert Hill and Victor Singleton are the top two players in the state, and having Weatherspoon already in the fold as well as being in solid position for the aforementioned names is exactly what you’d want.
No. 4 for 2026 is locked in, and now it will be his turn to further the success as a peer recruiter for the long-haul. Seen before many times, it’s the in-state kids who can be the class leaders, and Weatherspoon is no different. A job well done by Tim Walton and staff, this cycle is really just getting started.
Quick Hits
- Ohio State 2025 signee Anthony “Turbo” Rogers made his presence known in the Under Armour All-America Game. A late flip from Alabama in the 2025 class, the Buckeyes were thrilled to land one of the more athletic running backs in the country and for plays like this:
The ability to line up both in the backfield and split outside, Rogers has the home run play-making ability an offensive staff desires. Seeing him perform like this is one thing, but taking into consideration the amount of talent in the game he’s going against and you see all the more reason why Ohio State tried to hard to uproot him from his former Alabama commitment.
The No. 143 player nationally and eighth-best running back in the 2025 class per the 247Sports Composite, position coach Carlos Locklyn has another weapon on his way to Columbus.
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LGHL Bucketheads Podcast: No. 18 Michigan State coming to town as Buckeyes dive fully into B1G play
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Bucketheads Podcast: No. 18 Michigan State coming to town as Buckeyes dive fully into B1G play
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We recap all of the non-conference, preview the Michigan State game, and look ahead to the Buckeyes’ January schedule
“Bucketheads” is LGHL’s men’s basketball podcast, hosted by Connor Lemons and Justin Golba. In every episode, they give you the latest scoop on the Ohio State Buckeyes and everything else happening in college hoops.
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We are back with Episode 143 — the first Bucketheads episode of 2025 — and we have a huge game to preview. Ohio State will host Michigan State to open the New Year as the Buckeyes move into conference play full-time.
To open the episode, we discuss driving and traffic safety on the roads. Then, we recap Ohio State's win over Indiana State and discuss what a unique non-conference slate for the Buckeyes was that ultimately ended okay.
We end the episode by jumping into the Michigan State game and previewing the current Spartans. Michigan State is 10-2 this season, 2-0 in conference play, and No. 18 in the country, so this would be a huge win for the Buckeyes if they can get it. Also, where does Bruce Thornton rank in terms of the top players in the conference?
Make sure to like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen, and leave a comment and review!
Connect with the Podcast:
Twitter: @BucketheadsLGPN
Connect with Connor:
Twitter: @lemons_connor
Connect with Justin:
Twitter: @justin_golba
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justingolba via our friends at Land-Grant Holy Land
Visit their fantastic blog and read the full article (and so much more) here
Dale Young-Imagn Images
We recap all of the non-conference, preview the Michigan State game, and look ahead to the Buckeyes’ January schedule
“Bucketheads” is LGHL’s men’s basketball podcast, hosted by Connor Lemons and Justin Golba. In every episode, they give you the latest scoop on the Ohio State Buckeyes and everything else happening in college hoops.
Subscribe: RSS | Apple | Spotify | Google Podcasts | iHeart Radio
We are back with Episode 143 — the first Bucketheads episode of 2025 — and we have a huge game to preview. Ohio State will host Michigan State to open the New Year as the Buckeyes move into conference play full-time.
To open the episode, we discuss driving and traffic safety on the roads. Then, we recap Ohio State's win over Indiana State and discuss what a unique non-conference slate for the Buckeyes was that ultimately ended okay.
We end the episode by jumping into the Michigan State game and previewing the current Spartans. Michigan State is 10-2 this season, 2-0 in conference play, and No. 18 in the country, so this would be a huge win for the Buckeyes if they can get it. Also, where does Bruce Thornton rank in terms of the top players in the conference?
Make sure to like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen, and leave a comment and review!
Connect with the Podcast:
Twitter: @BucketheadsLGPN
Connect with Connor:
Twitter: @lemons_connor
Connect with Justin:
Twitter: @justin_golba
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LGHL All the news, analysis from Ohio State’s 41-21 Rose Bowl win over Oregon
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All the news, analysis from Ohio State’s 41-21 Rose Bowl win over Oregon
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All the Buckeye news thats fit to re-print.
Look, we get it. Your days are busy and you don’t have time to read all of the stories and tweets from the three dozen websites dedicated to covering Ohio State athletics, or the 237 Buckeye beat writers churning out hot takes and #content on a daily basis. But that’s ok, that’s what your friends at Land-Grant Holy Land are here for.
Monday through Friday, we’ll be collecting all of the articles, tweets, features, interviews, videos, podcasts, memes, photos, and whatever else we stumble across on the interwebz and putting them in our daily “Why is this News?” article. That way, you’ll have a one-stop shop for all of the most important Buckeye news, jokes, and analysis.
You’re welcome!
No. 8 Buckeyes Jump to Early Lead, Cruise to 41-21 Win Over No. 1 Oregon Ohio State advances to CFP Semifinals vs. Texas Jan. 10
Ohio State Athletics
Buckeyes rout Oregon in CFP, advance to face Texas in semifinals
Bill Rabinowitz, The Columbus Dispatch
Ohio State Bludgeons Oregon, 41-21, in College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl
Dan Hope, Eleven Warriors
Ohio State jumps on No. 1 Oregon early, rolls to 41-21 win in Rose Bowl CFP quarterfinal
Steve Helwagen, Bucknuts
Buckeyes completely shut down Oregon offense
Spencer Holbrook, Lettermen Row
Jeremiah Smith, Ohio State trounce Oregon 41-21, advance to CFP semifinal
Noah Weiskopf, The Lantern
Presser Bullets: Ryan Day Says Ohio State “Can Play With Anybody in the Country” When It Executes, Buckeyes Are “Far From Done” in the College Football Playoff
Chase Brown, Eleven Warriors
It’s Ohio State vs. Texas in CFP. Everything to know about Cotton Bowl
Brian White, The Columbus Dispatch
Ohio State new betting favorite to win CFP national championship
John Leuzzi, USA Today Network
Jeremiah Smith Caps Record-Setting Rose Bowl Performance with Offensive Player of the Game, Cody Simon Nabs Defensive Honors
11W Staff
Photos: Ohio State vs. Oregon
Ohio State Athletics
Top recruits across the country react to Ohio State’s dominating win over Oregon with Texas next
Bill Kurelic, Bucknuts
Buckeyes dominating Rose Bowl win over Oregon catches the eyes of commits and targets
Mick Walker, Lettermen Row
Oregon Coach Dan Lanning on Rose Bowl Loss to Ohio State: ”We Didn’t Really Have the Ability to Stop Them.”
11W Staff
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The #LunaticFringe was right, but it’s time to retire the narrative and focus on winning it all
Matt Tamanini, Land-Grant Holy Land
5 things we learned from Ohio State’s rout of Oregon
Joey Kaufman, The Columbus Dispatch
Snap Judgments: Buckeyes demolish Ducks in Rose Bowl
Austin Ward, Dotting The Eyes
Three Key Stats: Jeremiah Smith Backs It Up, the Silver Bullets Put on a Show, and a Near Flawless First Half in the Rose Bowl
11W Staff, Eleven Warriors
Quick Takes: Ohio State dominates Oregon in revenge Rose Bowl
Patrick Murphy, Bucknuts
Glory and relief: Ryan Day’s unimaginable positon and an Ohio State team primed to win it all
Ari Wasserman, On3
First thoughts: Buckeyes race past top-seeded Oregon in Rose Bowl, advance to CFP semifinal
Spencer Holbrook, Lettermen Row
Instant opinions: Jeremiah Smith greatness on display in OSU CFP win
Rob Oller, The Columbus Dispatch
Helmet Stickers: Jeremiah Smith shines as Ohio State rolls Oregon
Jeremy Birmingham, Dotting The Eyes
Buckeye Leaves: Is Jeremiah Smith the best player in college football?
Spencer Holbrook, Lettermen Row
Howard continues to prove Buckeyes can win with him at QB
Kevin Skiver, USA Today Network
Will Howard, Chip Kelly brilliance settle Ohio State’s score with Oregon
Brad Crawford, 247Sports
Ohio State Asserts Itself As Team to Beat in College Football Playoff With Championship-Caliber Performance vs. Oregon
Dan Hope, Eleven Warriors
How Ohio State’s defense changed for rematch with Oregon
Bill Rabinowitz, The Columbus Dispatch
Dan Lanning and Oregon are going to be a problem for the entire Big Ten on the field and in recruiting for a long time, but you’ve got to respect the hell out of how they carry themselves.
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Matt Tamanini via our friends at Land-Grant Holy Land
Visit their fantastic blog and read the full article (and so much more) here
Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
All the Buckeye news thats fit to re-print.
Look, we get it. Your days are busy and you don’t have time to read all of the stories and tweets from the three dozen websites dedicated to covering Ohio State athletics, or the 237 Buckeye beat writers churning out hot takes and #content on a daily basis. But that’s ok, that’s what your friends at Land-Grant Holy Land are here for.
Monday through Friday, we’ll be collecting all of the articles, tweets, features, interviews, videos, podcasts, memes, photos, and whatever else we stumble across on the interwebz and putting them in our daily “Why is this News?” article. That way, you’ll have a one-stop shop for all of the most important Buckeye news, jokes, and analysis.
You’re welcome!
Recapping Ohio State’s 41-21 win over Oregon
No. 8 Buckeyes Jump to Early Lead, Cruise to 41-21 Win Over No. 1 Oregon Ohio State advances to CFP Semifinals vs. Texas Jan. 10
Ohio State Athletics
Buckeyes rout Oregon in CFP, advance to face Texas in semifinals
Bill Rabinowitz, The Columbus Dispatch
Ohio State Bludgeons Oregon, 41-21, in College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl
Dan Hope, Eleven Warriors
Ohio State jumps on No. 1 Oregon early, rolls to 41-21 win in Rose Bowl CFP quarterfinal
Steve Helwagen, Bucknuts
Buckeyes completely shut down Oregon offense
Spencer Holbrook, Lettermen Row
Jeremiah Smith, Ohio State trounce Oregon 41-21, advance to CFP semifinal
Noah Weiskopf, The Lantern
News From Ohio State’s 41-21 win over Oregon
Presser Bullets: Ryan Day Says Ohio State “Can Play With Anybody in the Country” When It Executes, Buckeyes Are “Far From Done” in the College Football Playoff
Chase Brown, Eleven Warriors
It’s Ohio State vs. Texas in CFP. Everything to know about Cotton Bowl
Brian White, The Columbus Dispatch
Ohio State new betting favorite to win CFP national championship
John Leuzzi, USA Today Network
Jeremiah Smith Caps Record-Setting Rose Bowl Performance with Offensive Player of the Game, Cody Simon Nabs Defensive Honors
11W Staff
Photos: Ohio State vs. Oregon
Ohio State Athletics
Top recruits across the country react to Ohio State’s dominating win over Oregon with Texas next
Bill Kurelic, Bucknuts
Buckeyes dominating Rose Bowl win over Oregon catches the eyes of commits and targets
Mick Walker, Lettermen Row
Oregon Coach Dan Lanning on Rose Bowl Loss to Ohio State: ”We Didn’t Really Have the Ability to Stop Them.”
11W Staff
Analyzing Ohio State’s 41-21 win over Oregon
The #LunaticFringe was right, but it’s time to retire the narrative and focus on winning it all
Matt Tamanini, Land-Grant Holy Land
5 things we learned from Ohio State’s rout of Oregon
Joey Kaufman, The Columbus Dispatch
Snap Judgments: Buckeyes demolish Ducks in Rose Bowl
Austin Ward, Dotting The Eyes
Three Key Stats: Jeremiah Smith Backs It Up, the Silver Bullets Put on a Show, and a Near Flawless First Half in the Rose Bowl
11W Staff, Eleven Warriors
Quick Takes: Ohio State dominates Oregon in revenge Rose Bowl
Patrick Murphy, Bucknuts
Glory and relief: Ryan Day’s unimaginable positon and an Ohio State team primed to win it all
Ari Wasserman, On3
First thoughts: Buckeyes race past top-seeded Oregon in Rose Bowl, advance to CFP semifinal
Spencer Holbrook, Lettermen Row
Looking at the Performances from Ohio State’s 41-21 win over Oregon
JEREMIAH SMITH TD
OHIO STATE SCORES ON THEIR OPENING DRIVEpic.twitter.com/UC7BQAzReT
— ESPN College Football (@ESPNCFB) January 1, 2025
Instant opinions: Jeremiah Smith greatness on display in OSU CFP win
Rob Oller, The Columbus Dispatch
Helmet Stickers: Jeremiah Smith shines as Ohio State rolls Oregon
Jeremy Birmingham, Dotting The Eyes
Buckeye Leaves: Is Jeremiah Smith the best player in college football?
Spencer Holbrook, Lettermen Row
Howard continues to prove Buckeyes can win with him at QB
Kevin Skiver, USA Today Network
Will Howard, Chip Kelly brilliance settle Ohio State’s score with Oregon
Brad Crawford, 247Sports
Ohio State Asserts Itself As Team to Beat in College Football Playoff With Championship-Caliber Performance vs. Oregon
Dan Hope, Eleven Warriors
How Ohio State’s defense changed for rematch with Oregon
Bill Rabinowitz, The Columbus Dispatch
And Here It Is, Your Moment of Zen
Dan Lanning and Oregon are going to be a problem for the entire Big Ten on the field and in recruiting for a long time, but you’ve got to respect the hell out of how they carry themselves.
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