If this were last season, Ohio State would be preparing to play in the first round since only the conference winners got byes. However, the Buckeyes benefit from a much-needed rule change that grants the top four seeds the first-round byes instead.

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- One of the nation’s top receivers, in any recruiting class, has reclassified to the 2027 class. Eric McFarland, who attends Florida’s IMG Academy, officially changed from the 2028 to the 2027 class on Wednesday. He’s the No. 23 overall prospect and No. 5 receiver in the 247Sports composite rankings.

Ryan Day’s steady hand and a familiar playoff blueprint point toward a more aggressive Ohio State offense when it matters most.

BOTTOM LINE: Ohio State plays No. 12 North Carolina at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. The Buckeyes are 7-1 in non-conference play. Ohio State averages 87.6 points and has outscored opponents by 14.7 points per game.

The honors continue to roll in for this Ohio State Buckeyes football team. From young players ready for another College Football Playoff run next season to pla

Hartline has worked with the Buckeyes’ receivers since joining Urban Meyer’s staff in 2017. He was promoted to offensive coordinator this season by coach Ryan Day — a role Hartline intends to hold throughout the upcoming College Football Playoff.

Unranked Ohio State men's basketball can regain some mojo by toppling No. 12 North Carolina in a nationally-televised CBS Sports Classic.

It's not even the College Football Playoffs yet, and the Ohio State Buckeyes are still having to deal with a headache to start things out. The Buckeyes have a b