Ohio State is gearing up for the 2026 season, and the Buckeyes are back in action at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. Tuesday marked the start of spring practice, kicking off a series of 15 sessions that will wrap up with the spring game on April 18. With 51 new faces on the roster, including 16 transfers and 27 early-enrollee freshmen, there's a lot of groundwork to cover before the fall season.
This fresh start comes after the Buckeyes' tough loss to Miami in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal on New Year's Eve. While the players were only in helmets and shell pads for now, it's the first step in their journey toward the new season, which kicks off in September.
Despite the influx of newcomers, Ohio State isn't short on familiar talent. Key returning players like Julian Sayin, Jeremiah Smith, Kenyatta Jackson Jr., and Jermaine Mathews Jr. are expected to be pivotal in the Buckeyes' 2026 campaign.
The media was also back at the WHAC, with access to the first hour of practice and a chance to hear from head coach Ryan Day. Observations from the day were shared by team writers Patrick Murphy and Dave Biddle, who offered their insights on the indoor field.
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