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305Buck 20 Jul 2026, 3:22 pm
Kevin Hartsfield said Georgia, Ohio State, Texas. Miami, Michigan and Oregon were among the first schools he heard from when communication opened for the 2028 class on June 15th.
Said he loves to compete and wants to go somewhere with a loaded RB room that he can trust, he doesn’t want to carry the load himself.

KYBuck4858 20 Jul 2026, 3:47 pm
Fun fact. His dad is a Youngstown, OH native.

Selfishly, really hope he plays well, but not so well that he's a one-and-done in Buckeyeland.

cope harder

You might want to write this down. Mays is going to be as important to the Buckeyes as Donovan was....

Yet I tuned in to a Chicago game, and she ended up with something akin to 17 points, couple of rebounds, and several assists. She's got all the tools, certainly, and still has the guts to drive against the tall timber, but something's just not clicking. Hopefully she can sort it out. Or she might become a 'traveler', spending time with a lot of different organizations, much like Jim Jackson.

THE CAPTAIN. Bruce Thornton certainly made a name for himself during the NBA Summer League.

The 31st pick in the 2026 NBA draft (first pick of the second round), Thornton averaged a team-high 18.6 points, 4.8 rebounds, a team-high 4.4 assists and 2.8 steals per game in five Summer League games for the Houston Rockets. The Buckeyes’ all-time leading scorer and first-ever four-time captain shot 39.1% from the field and 40.6% from beyond the arc on 6.4 3-pointers per contest in a team-high 31.4 minutes per game.

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Granted, it's only the Summer League, but Thornton will look to carry that momentum into the preseason and prove that he belongs in the rotation as a rookie on a team that is an NBA title contender.

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Established in 1992, the AFCA Good Works Team recognizes college football student-athletes and coaches who demonstrate exceptional commitment to community service, academics and athletics. The program honors players who utilize their platforms to strengthen communities and support causes that are important to them.

From Ohio State’s news release:

Off the field, McClain started Everyday Legends Foundation, a foundation started and operated by Jaylen McClain, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth and strengthening underserved communities. Additionally this summer, he put on the inaugural Jaylen McClain Youth Football Camp which focused on leadership, skill-building, and confidence for young athletes. He also has been an active volunteer in seasonal outreach efforts, including holiday toy drives and Thanksgiving turkey donation initiatives.

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Scouting Report​

At 6-5 and 280 pounds, Smith does well both in pass protection and run blocking. On the latter, he has great agility and does an outstanding job getting to the second level.

Not only is Smith strong at the point of attack, but he also shows good bend and has the quickness to put opposing defensive linemen on the ground. His fluidity allows him to adjust well to moving targets, and he's shown time and time again that he plays through the whistle, blocking opponents onto the ground until he's told the play is over.

“I just want to finish blocks every play,” Smith said. “I want to be known as a physical player who finishes blocks. I want to get better at everything. I'm excited to get coached by the best at Ohio State.”

Depth Chart Outlook​

The transition from high school to college is tough enough for the majority of offensive linemen, but with Smith not arriving at Ohio State until June, the 2026 season will be one in which he develops and adds to his frame off the field. If that goes well, he could potentially begin to contribute on special teams as a sophomore in 2027; he likely won't play a significant role along the offensive line until his third season at OSU in 2028.

While Smith profiles as an interior offensive lineman at Ohio State, he has the frame to move to tackle if needed, if that's how the depth chart moves forward for more playing time in the future. That said, he’s expected to begin his Ohio State career at guard.

Bestbuck36 said:

Heard Sporting KC is trying to sign Moo Salah to the biggest contract in MLS history. That would be something to say the least

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Mo Salah makes decision on incredible €20m per year contract offer​

The Egyptian King reached an agreement to rip up his £400k per week contract one year earlier. Originally slated to leave the club in 2027 that exit date was brought forward to the end of June this year.

Following a spell at the FIFA World Cup with Egypt Salah is now preparing to make his next move. At 34 the left-footed attacker STILL believes he's got a lot to offer at the top level.

Besiktas to sign Mo Salah​

Although teams in Saudi Arabia and MLS have reportedly been interested in striking a deal for the Pharaoh it looks like the legendary forward is going to stay in European football.

Turkish giants Galatasaray and Fenerbahce were early moves for a Salah deal but Istanbul rivals Besiktas have now swooped in.

It looks like Vincenzo Italiano's side will seal the signing of Salah sometime this week - once issues over bonuses and commissions are ironed out.

Salah to make £10m per year​

There has been some degree of surprise at the pay packet the two-time African footballer of the year will be given. It works out at around £10m per year - including bonuses - which is around HALF of what he was making at Anfield.

But Salah is content to take on the challenge financial shortfalls notwithstanding according to a report in A Spor. In fact the winger has TURNED DOWN bigger offers from the Saudi Pro League in order to seal a deal with Besiktas.

Beautiful!

Tomateaux Quinoa Gumbeaux said:

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BRAVO!!!

This was a silent portal entry as there was nothing about it until he committed

I guess I'm not surprised considering he came from the SEC to being with.


The offensive is probably going to be the main issue in 2027, having to replace Kaczmar, Eckelman, Simpson, Ellis and Frucht is a lot. Thankfully Harvey and Bemis are back so the returning cupboard isn't completely empty. Scholvin got drafted in the 15th round by the Twins, fingers crossed he doesn't sign as he would be a big piece.

That being said, basically every major pitcher from last year is back so the pitching should continue on the positive track.

I'm guessing they will still add a couple of more transfers, no new announcements though yet.

Remember (Roger Bannister?) breaking the 'impossible to break' 4 minute mile. Every channel (only 3 in those days) carried it. Most pundits said it was a record gonna last forever, as no human could go that fast. Just shows to go ya.

Oil aside, LA is best (only?) fishing waters for redfish (or so have been told). thats enough to buy a WR or so.

ORD_Buckeye said:

Definitely awake for both my cataract surgeries. I was pretty out of it but could hear the tools and follow the doc's instructions to "look up" or "look left." Also was aware that he was listening to the Grateful Dead while drilling into my eyeball.

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Which one was more irritating?

In case anyone else is wondering who Abella Danger is.

Bestbuck36 said:

Jesus wept. That woman announcer made me fast forward

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The Beth Mowins of wrestling announcers...

Nutriaitch said:

wasn't me that brought him up.

if I was Kentucky, I'd call up Brian Kelly and sign him to a 6 year $54mil deal.

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And buy him Bo Rein’s jet for recruiting.

Having lived through my own teen years, I find it amazing that any male child lives long enough to reproduce.

Met Beau’s dad at an event. Good guy and built like a house. His dad said Coach LJ pulled him aside after the spring game and said he has a big role planned for Beau this year. Rooting for him to take the next step.

ScriptOhio said:

LSU is given no respect by Cody Campbell (Texas Tech's "billionaire board chair") in ESPN article on how Brenden Sorsby was handled:

https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/49277965/college-football-texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-eligibility-ncaa-big12-nfl

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Nobody respects that jabroni