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FILE - In this Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019 file photo, Ohio State head coach Ryan Day during the first half of the Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football game against Clemson in Glendale, Ariz. The playoff loss to Clemson that ended Ohio State’s season will sting for a long time, coach Ryan Day acknowledged Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020. The Buckeyes will move on, but the terrible taste in their mouths will linger and, he hopes, motivate next season's team.(AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, File)
Ohio State's Day won't soon forget team's playoff stumble

By Mitch Stacy Jan. 15, 2020 06:09 PM EST

FILE - In this Dec. 7, 2019, file photo, Oklahoma wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (2) celebrates a 30-23 overtime win against Baylor during the Big 12 Championship game, in Arlington, Texas. Lamb was selected to The Associated Press All-America team, Monday, Dec. 16, 2019. (AP Photo/Brandon Wade, File)
Wide Open CFP: Dynamic receivers highlight playoff match ups

By Pete Iacobelli Dec. 22, 2019 10:25 AM EST

Ohio State wide receiver Chris Olave (17) is tackled by Wisconsin safety Reggie Pearson (2) as linebacker Zack Baun (56) watches during the second half of the Big Ten championship NCAA college football game Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
No. 2 Ohio State rallies for 3rd straight Big Ten title

By Michael Marot Dec. 08, 2019 12:01 AM EST

Clemson running back Travis Etienne (9) escapes the tackle attempt by Virginia cornerback Heskin Smith (23) and Virginia linebacker Jordan Mack (4) during the first half of the Atlantic Coast Conference championship NCAA college football game in Charlotte, N.C., Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019. Etienne scored a touchdown on the play. (AP Photo/Mike McCarn)
No. 1 LSU locks up playoff spot, routing No. 4 Georgia

By The Associated Press Dec. 07, 2019 08:37 PM EST

Ohio State wide receiver Austin Mack (11) scores on a 16-yard touchdown reception as Michigan defensive back Josh Metellus (14) defends in the second half of an NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
No. 2 Buckeyes seeking playoff spot against No. 10 Badgers

By The Associated Press Dec. 05, 2019 02:50 PM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 23, 1969, file photo, Michigan coach Bo Schembechler smiles while talking to reporters after defeating Ohio State 24-12 in an NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich. Jim Harbaugh’s job is safe at Michigan whether he finally beats Ohio State or falls to 0-5, but the timing for a win would provide a boost for college football’s winningest program. (AP Photo/File)
Harbaugh to get boost if No. 10 Michigan beats No. 2 Ohio St

By Larry Lage Nov. 25, 2019 06:33 PM EST

Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields, right, looks for an open receiver as Penn State defensive lineman Yetur Gross-Matos chases him during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State beat Penn State 28-17. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
No. 2 Ohio State beats No. 9 Penn State to take Big Ten East

By The Associated Press Nov. 23, 2019 05:40 PM EST

Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins (2) celebrates his touchdown against Penn State with teammates during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
No. 2 Ohio State tested but tops No. 9 Penn State 28-17

By Mitch Stacy Nov. 23, 2019 04:04 PM EST

Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields runs with the ball during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Rutgers on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, in Piscataway, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Fields 4 TD passes, No. 2 Ohio State beats Rutgers 56-21

By Tom Canavan Nov. 16, 2019 07:22 PM EST

LSU running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire (22) dives over Alabama's Raekwon Davis (99) and Markail Benton (36) to score a touchdown in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)
No. 1 LSU holds off No. 2 Alabama 46-41

By The Associated Press Nov. 09, 2019 05:23 PM EST

Ohio State running back Master Teague, right, tries to run around Maryland defensive back Nick Cross during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Fields, No. 3 Ohio State overwhelm Maryland 73-14

By Mitch Stacy Nov. 09, 2019 03:58 PM EST

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) leaps into the air to celebrate a 41-yard punt return by Alabama wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Southern Miss, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)
Tagovailoa throws 5 TD passes, No. 2 Alabama rolls over USM

By The Associated Press Sep. 21, 2019 10:11 PM EDT

Ohio State linebacker Malik Harrison, left, celebrates after recovering a fumble against Miami (Ohio) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Fields shines as No. 6 Ohio State trounces Miami (Ohio) 76-5

By Mitch Stacy Sep. 21, 2019 07:06 PM EDT

Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins (2) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Indiana, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019, in Bloomington, Ind. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Dobbins, Fields help No. 6 Ohio St. knock out Indiana 51-10

By Michael Marot Sep. 14, 2019 03:35 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 2, 2019, file photo, Ohio State head coach Ryan Day talks with players during NCAA college football practice, in Columbus, Ohio. Day is taking over a program that went 83-9 in seven seasons under Meyer. The Buckeyes hardly needed a makeover and Day has not felt compelled to put his so-called stamp on Ohio State as he transitioned from offensive coordinator to head coach. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete, File)
With new coach and QB, No. 5 Ohio State hosts FAU in opener

By The Associated Press Aug. 29, 2019 05:25 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 29, 2018, file photo, Georgia quarterback Justin Fields enters Sanford Stadium before an NCAA college football game against Tennessee in Athens, Ga. New Ohio State quarterback Fields says he is ready for the hype and expectations that come with the job. He transferred from Georgia after being a backup to Jake Fromm last season. (Joshua L. Jones/Athens Banner-Herald via AP, File)
No surprise here: Fields named Ohio State's starting QB

By Mitch Stacy Aug. 19, 2019 12:34 PM EDT

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day watches his team during NCAA college football practice, Friday, Aug. 2, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
New faces, same sky-high expectations at Ohio State

By Mitch Stacy Aug. 13, 2019 10:54 AM EDT

Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields drops back to pass during NCAA college football practice, Friday, Aug. 2, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Unproven Ohio State quarterback ready for hype, expectations

By Mitch Stacy Aug. 06, 2019 02:11 PM EDT

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day watches players run drills during NCAA college football practice, Friday, Aug. 2, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Ohio State training camp opens with new coach, new QB

By Mitch Stacy Aug. 02, 2019 03:20 PM EDT

Penn State head coach James Franklin responds to a question during the Big Ten Conference NCAA college football media days Friday, July 19, 2019, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Ohio State, other Big Ten East powers facing uncertainty

By Keith Jenkins Jul. 19, 2019 03:53 PM EDT