LGHL Archie Griffin-blocker, All-American tackle Ted Smith dies at 71 years old

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Archie Griffin-blocker, All-American tackle Ted Smith dies at 71 years old
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On the Gridiron​

Former Ohio State All-American OL Ted Smith dies at 71
Joey Kaufman, The Columbus Dispatch

Ryan Day excited about Ohio State quarterback battle, progress this summer
Spencer Holbrook, Lettermen Row

TRAINING CAMP ️

️: https://t.co/GYMGOePLAi pic.twitter.com/DZZRLvjkHZ

— Ohio State Buckeyes (@OhioStAthletics) June 23, 2025​

Three Thoughts on more Buckeyes earning ‘dude’ status
Austin Ward, Dotting The Eyes

Unreasonable Expectations: Jeremiah Smith could best his freshman stats, but it will be tough
Michael Citro, Land-Grant Holy Land

Three big questions for Buckeyes defensive ends
Spencer Holbrook, Lettermen Row

Ohio State Offensive Tackle Ian Moore Doing “Anything I Have to Do” To See the Field in Year Two
Andy Anders, Eleven Warriors

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On the Hardwood​

Bruce Thornton, Devin Royal and John Mobley Jr. Spearheading “Winning Over Everything” Mantra As Returning Buckeye Stars
Andy Anders, Eleven Warriors

Great to have Mike in the building & talking to the team today before practice #GoBucks | #FightToTheEnd pic.twitter.com/P0JDlZLsFr

— Ohio State Hoops (@OhioStateHoops) June 23, 2025​

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Outside the Shoe and Schott​

Men’s Lacrosse: James Purpura Joins Buckeyes’ Coaching Staff
Ohio State Athletics

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