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Just sayin': It is what it is, I'm sure Ohio State wasted no time in cashing Anduril's check either........
Anduril Industries is deepening our ties to The Buckeye State. Today, we’re announcing Anduril is an official sponsor of Ohio State Athletics. This multi-year relationship reflects Anduril’s enduring commitment to Ohio and the Columbus community as we build Arsenal-1, our new 5 million-square-foot advanced manufacturing campus in the region.
It’s a natural relationship: The Ohio State University competes at the highest standard of athletic achievement. Anduril builds technology at speed and scale for the nation’s defense.
“To build the future of defense technology, faster, smarter, and more adaptive than ever before, we had to invest now and we needed critical partners to meet the nation’s needs; we found our critical partners in Ohio,” said Zachary Mears, Senior Vice President of Strategy at Anduril. “Just as my alma mater Ohio State has shaped Ohio’s identity for more than a century, we intend for Anduril to be a durable community partner, creating jobs, mentoring young talent, and delivering technology that keeps our nation secure.”
“Anduril’s investment in Ohio State Athletics goes well beyond a sponsorship,” Ross Bjork, Senior Vice President and Wolfe Foundation-Eugene Smith Endowed Athletics Director, said. “Our missions are in alignment with supporting student-athletes and making a positive impact on the broader community. We truly appreciate the Anduril leadership team seeing the value in Ohio State Athletics and thank them for their support.”
Anduril is making a similar long-term investment in the state’s future. Our hyperscale production facility, called Arsenal-1, is one of the largest advanced manufacturing facilities in the nation, and will open its doors just a few miles from campus. When complete, Arsenal-1 will produce autonomous defense systems in formidable quantities, create thousands of skilled jobs, and serve as a hub for innovation, training, and economic growth in central Ohio.
Anduril works to equip and inspire the next generation of engineers, innovators, and problem-solvers. Through the sponsorship, Anduril will support STEM engagement initiatives, workforce development programs, and military outreach. These efforts are designed to help prepare future leaders for careers in technology, manufacturing, and public service.
As an official sponsor of Ohio State Athletics, Anduril’s presence will be seen across Ohio Stadium, the Schottenstein Center and the entire athletic campus. Additionally, Anduril will serve as the presenting sponsor of Defend The ‘Shoe, a 12-part original series produced in partnership with Learfield Studios that gives Buckeye fans unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the team’s pursuit of another national championship and exclusive profiles of the defensive standouts charged with protecting Ohio Stadium. Episodes will debut weekly throughout the season across Ohio State’s digital platforms and social channels.
From in-venue branding to game-day activations and community events that honor the military community, this partnership puts Anduril in front of Buckeye fans year-round. The multi-year relationship was secured on behalf of Ohio State Athletics by athletics multimedia rightsholder Ohio State Sports Properties, the locally based team of Learfield – the leading media and technology company powering college athletics.
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ScriptOhio
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Stat Pack: Where Ohio State stands statistically after Week 1
Where the Buckeyes are statistically around the country and in the Big Ten after the first game.
Offense
Scoring offense: 56.0 points per game - tied for 19th nationally, 3rd in the Big TenTotal offense: 671.0 yards per game - tied for 3rd nationally, 1st in the Big Ten
Passing offense: 434.0 yards per game - 3rd nationally, 1st in the Big Ten
Rushing offense: 237.0 yards per game - tied for 37th nationally, 5th in the Big Ten
Third down conversions: 45.45 percent - tied for 61st nationally, 10th in the Big Ten
Red zone conversions: 100 percent - tied for 1st nationally, tied for 1st in the Big Ten
Sacks allowed: 2 - tied for 76th nationally, tied for 10th in the Big Ten
Defense
Scoring defense: 3.0 points per game - tied for 10th nationally, 4th in the Big TenTotal defense: 165.0 yards per game - tied for 20th nationally, 5th in the Big Ten
Pass defense: 120.0 yards per game - 37th nationally, 6th in the Big Ten
Rush defense: 45.0 yards per game - tied for 18th nationally, 4th in the Big Ten
Opponent third down conversions: 21.43 percent - tied for 23rd nationally, 5th in the Big Ten
Opponent red zone conversions: 0 percent - tied for 1st nationally, tied for 1st in the Big Ten
Sacks: 1 - tied for 86th nationally, tied for 13th in the Big Ten
Special teams
Punting: 41.0 yards per punt - 98th nationally, 14th in the Big TenField goals: N/A
Extra points: 100 percent - tied for 1st nationally, tied for 1st in the Big Ten
Kickoff return: 13.0 yards per return - 84th nationally, 13th in the Big Ten
Punt return: 2.50 yards per return - 85th nationally, 17th in the Big Ten
Miscellaneous
Penalties: 81.0 yards per game - 118th nationally, 14th in the Big TenOpponent penalties: 15.0 yards per game - tied for 131st nationally, 17th in the Big Ten
Time of possession: 31:38.00 - 56th nationally, 7th in the Big Ten
Turnover margin: 0.00 - tied for 63rd nationally, 12th in the Big Ten
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ScriptOhio
Everybody is somebody else's weirdo.
Are you (still) ready for some football?
With the exception of an undefeated season, everything that really matters (i.e. beating scUM, winning B1G, and a Natty) is still "on the table".
Across the Field
Fight the team across the field,
Show them Ohio’s here
Set the earth reverberating with a mighty cheer
Rah! Rah! Rah!
Hit them hard and see how they fall;
Never let that team get the ball,
Hail! Hail! The gang’s all here,
So let’s win that old conference now.
With the exception of an undefeated season, everything that really matters (i.e. beating scUM, winning B1G, and a Natty) is still "on the table".
Across the Field
Fight the team across the field,
Show them Ohio’s here
Set the earth reverberating with a mighty cheer
Rah! Rah! Rah!
Hit them hard and see how they fall;
Never let that team get the ball,
Hail! Hail! The gang’s all here,
So let’s win that old conference now.
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ScriptOhio
Everybody is somebody else's weirdo.
Predicting the rest of Ohio State’s regular season schedule following tough loss to Texas in Week 2
A prediction for every game remaining on Ohio State’s 2026 regular season schedule after what they showed in a Week 2 loss to Texas.
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Predicting the rest of Ohio State’s regular season schedule following tough loss to Texas in Week 2
A prediction for every game remaining on Ohio State’s 2026 regular season schedule after what they showed in a Week 2 loss to Texas.
The Ohio State Buckeyes sit at .500 on the season after a brutal Week 2 loss to the Texas Longhorns dropped them to 1-1. Ohio State gave up 21 unanswered points in the fourth quarter and lost on the road despite a star performance from wide receiver Jeremiah Smith.
Ohio State’s defense couldn’t get a stop late, and the offense sputtered in the second half with just three points. With that loss still fresh, now feels like the right time to project how the rest of Ohio State’s 2026 regular season schedule plays out with game-by-game predictions.
Kent State (Week 3) — Ohio State 63, Kent State 3
Kent State comes to Columbus, and this one should be a blowout from start to finish. This might be the last game where Ohio State can rotate through the back end of its depth chart freely. The Buckeyes should get out to a big lead early and cycle players in as needed. Ohio State rolls, 63-3.Illinois (Week 4) — Ohio State 34, Illinois 10
Ohio State’s first Big Ten game comes against Illinois, and the Illini aren’t as good as they were last year. The Buckeyes should win this one by three scores minimum. Ohio State opens Big Ten play with a comfortable 34-10 victory.At Iowa (Week 5) — Ohio State 27, Iowa 17
Playing on the road at Iowa is never easy. The Hawkeyes always have a tough defense regardless of what their offense looks like. Ohio State can’t allow this to become a trap game. The Buckeyes win 27-17 in a game that’s closer than people would like it to be.
Maryland (Week 6) — Ohio State 41, Maryland 17
This is another game Ohio State can’t look past with Indiana looming in Week 7. The Buckeyes take care of business against the Terrapins, 41-17.At Indiana (Week 7) — Ohio State 33, Indiana 24
This is going to be a big one. Ohio State tries to avenge the loss in the Big Ten Championship last year. Coach Kurt Cignetti is 1-1 against Ryan Day since arriving at Indiana, and this game will be the Hoosiers’ first real test of the year. Indiana should be 6-0 heading into this matchup, and they may not have a game within that stretch where they don’t win by three scores. That actually bodes well for Ohio State being more battle-tested to that point. The Buckeyes pick up a big road win before heading into the bye week, 33-24.At USC (Week 9) — Ohio State 36, USC 24
Going west always presents potential trouble, and this Trojans team is expected to be a player in the Big Ten this season. USC will have the offense to compete with the Buckeyes. Still, Ohio State is too talented, and Day is a much better coach than Lincoln Riley. Ohio State wins 36-24.Oregon (Week 10) — Ohio State 26, Oregon 20
This game looked huge to begin the season, but Oregon’s Week 2 loss to Oklahoma State tempered expectations for what the Ducks could be in 2026. That loss looked more like a game Oregon simply didn’t come out ready for. The Ducks are talented across the board and can match Ohio State athletically. Still, the Buckeyes aren’t going to lose this home game in November, and it’ll serve as a good resume booster. Ohio State grinds out a 26-20 win.
Northwestern (Week 11) — Ohio State 45, Northwestern 20
Ohio State faces former offensive coordinator Chip Kelly and the program where Day’s son RJ Day is committed to play next season. Better days are on the horizon for the Wildcats with their improved coaching staff and new stadium, but the Buckeyes just have too many athletes for Northwestern to handle. Ohio State throttles them, 45-20.At Nebraska (Week 12) — Ohio State 38, Nebraska 17
This is one Ohio State can’t look past with Michigan awaiting in Week 13. The Buckeyes won’t overlook the Cornhuskers, and they take care of business in another three-score win, 38-17.Michigan (Week 13) — Ohio State 28, Michigan 20
The Wolverines didn’t start the season well despite a win over Western Michigan on a bad officiating call, but they looked the part in Week 2 against the Oklahoma Sooners. Kyle Whittingham’s team has to be taken seriously. Still, Ohio State’s offense compared to Michigan’s offense is going to be too much for the Wolverines. The Buckeyes should be able to shut down quarterback Bryce Underwood running the ball, and that will limit what Michigan’s offense can do. Ohio State builds on its winning streak against the Wolverines and picks up a second straight win in the rivalry, 28-20.
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Just sayin': Most people didn't really expect Ohio State to go undefeated this season; however, everyone is disappointed that they lost to Texas the way that they did, i.e. blowing a 20 point lead in the 4th quarter. Regardless, the 3 big goals are still out there, i.e. beat scUM, win the B1G, and win a Natty.
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Not undoable by any means and I'd prefer the loss to Texas early rather than a large loss if that scenario plays out (as frustrating as it was to lose that way). But I do see one more loss in there.Predicting the rest of Ohio State’s regular season schedule following tough loss to Texas in Week 2
A prediction for every game remaining on Ohio State’s 2026 regular season schedule after what they showed in a Week 2 loss to Texas.Predicting the rest of Ohio State’s regular season schedule following tough loss to Texas in Week 2
A prediction for every game remaining on Ohio State’s 2026 regular season schedule after what they showed in a Week 2 loss to Texas.
The Ohio State Buckeyes sit at .500 on the season after a brutal Week 2 loss to the Texas Longhorns dropped them to 1-1. Ohio State gave up 21 unanswered points in the fourth quarter and lost on the road despite a star performance from wide receiver Jeremiah Smith.
Ohio State’s defense couldn’t get a stop late, and the offense sputtered in the second half with just three points. With that loss still fresh, now feels like the right time to project how the rest of Ohio State’s 2026 regular season schedule plays out with game-by-game predictions.
Kent State (Week 3) — Ohio State 63, Kent State 3
Kent State comes to Columbus, and this one should be a blowout from start to finish. This might be the last game where Ohio State can rotate through the back end of its depth chart freely. The Buckeyes should get out to a big lead early and cycle players in as needed. Ohio State rolls, 63-3.
Illinois (Week 4) — Ohio State 34, Illinois 10
Ohio State’s first Big Ten game comes against Illinois, and the Illini aren’t as good as they were last year. The Buckeyes should win this one by three scores minimum. Ohio State opens Big Ten play with a comfortable 34-10 victory.
At Iowa (Week 5) — Ohio State 27, Iowa 17
Playing on the road at Iowa is never easy. The Hawkeyes always have a tough defense regardless of what their offense looks like. Ohio State can’t allow this to become a trap game. The Buckeyes win 27-17 in a game that’s closer than people would like it to be.
Maryland (Week 6) — Ohio State 41, Maryland 17
This is another game Ohio State can’t look past with Indiana looming in Week 7. The Buckeyes take care of business against the Terrapins, 41-17.
At Indiana (Week 7) — Ohio State 33, Indiana 24
This is going to be a big one. Ohio State tries to avenge the loss in the Big Ten Championship last year. Coach Kurt Cignetti is 1-1 against Ryan Day since arriving at Indiana, and this game will be the Hoosiers’ first real test of the year. Indiana should be 6-0 heading into this matchup, and they may not have a game within that stretch where they don’t win by three scores. That actually bodes well for Ohio State being more battle-tested to that point. The Buckeyes pick up a big road win before heading into the bye week, 33-24.
At USC (Week 9) — Ohio State 36, USC 24
Going west always presents potential trouble, and this Trojans team is expected to be a player in the Big Ten this season. USC will have the offense to compete with the Buckeyes. Still, Ohio State is too talented, and Day is a much better coach than Lincoln Riley. Ohio State wins 36-24.
Oregon (Week 10) — Ohio State 26, Oregon 20
This game looked huge to begin the season, but Oregon’s Week 2 loss to Oklahoma State tempered expectations for what the Ducks could be in 2026. That loss looked more like a game Oregon simply didn’t come out ready for. The Ducks are talented across the board and can match Ohio State athletically. Still, the Buckeyes aren’t going to lose this home game in November, and it’ll serve as a good resume booster. Ohio State grinds out a 26-20 win.
Northwestern (Week 11) — Ohio State 45, Northwestern 20
Ohio State faces former offensive coordinator Chip Kelly and the program where Day’s son RJ Day is committed to play next season. Better days are on the horizon for the Wildcats with their improved coaching staff and new stadium, but the Buckeyes just have too many athletes for Northwestern to handle. Ohio State throttles them, 45-20.
At Nebraska (Week 12) — Ohio State 38, Nebraska 17
This is one Ohio State can’t look past with Michigan awaiting in Week 13. The Buckeyes won’t overlook the Cornhuskers, and they take care of business in another three-score win, 38-17.
Michigan (Week 13) — Ohio State 28, Michigan 20
The Wolverines didn’t start the season well despite a win over Western Michigan on a bad officiating call, but they looked the part in Week 2 against the Oklahoma Sooners. Kyle Whittingham’s team has to be taken seriously. Still, Ohio State’s offense compared to Michigan’s offense is going to be too much for the Wolverines. The Buckeyes should be able to shut down quarterback Bryce Underwood running the ball, and that will limit what Michigan’s offense can do. Ohio State builds on its winning streak against the Wolverines and picks up a second straight win in the rivalry, 28-20.
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Just sayin': Most people didn't really expect Ohio State to go undefeated this season; however, everyone is disappointed that they lost to Texas the way that they did, i.e. blowing a 20 point lead in the 4th quarter. Regardless, the 3 big goals are still out there, i.e. beat scUM, win the B1G, and win a Natty.
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ScriptOhio
Everybody is somebody else's weirdo.
Just sayin': You definitely don't want it to still be a one score game in the 4th quarter against any opponent; however, especially against one of the better teams, i.e. USC, Indiana, Oregon, and/or scUM where they could "steal"' a game. The offense just needs to treat every possession like the game is on the line (which it could be even if Ohio State is up a couple scores) and they need to score again.
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