Cole VanWiechen

[Land-Grant Holy Land @Landgrant33]

Everyone is talking about James Smith, John Walker, and Eddrick Houston. But Ohio State’s under-the-radar defensive line story in 2026 just might be Will Smith Jr.

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[Land-Grant Holy Land @Landgrant33]

Ohio State hasn’t named its starting linebackers, but after spring practice, the picture is becoming increasingly clear.

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[Land-Grant Holy Land @Landgrant33]

Ohio State didn’t pull Blaine Bradford out of Louisiana to be a depth piece forever. The freshman safety may spend 2026 learning behind veterans, but the path to becoming the Buckeyes’ next standout defensive back is already taking shape.

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[Land-Grant Holy Land @Landgrant33]

Ohio State’s frontcourt may look completely different with Andrija Jelavic on the floor. The Kentucky transfer brings SEC experience, real stretch-big upside, and the kind of offensive versatility the Buckeyes have been sorely missing.

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[Land-Grant Holy Land @Landgrant33]

Ohio State may already have its next elite defensive end. Why freshman Khary Wilder is generating real buzz as the next potential Rushmen disruptor in Columbus.

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[Land-Grant Holy Land @Landgrant33]

Who is Ohio State’s most under-the-radar freshman? Luke Fahey, Dre Quinn, and Braxton Rembert all have serious long-term upside for the Buckeyes.

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[Land-Grant Holy Land @Landgrant33]

Ohio State had major questions at linebacker entering the offseason, but after spring ball, the Buckeyes may have found answers in Christian Alliegro, Payton Pierce, and Riley Pettijohn.

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[Land-Grant Holy Land @Landgrant33]

Ohio State added two very different, but very important guards in Curtis Givens III and Jimmie Williams.

Givens brings stability and playmaking at PG, while Williams gives OSU a physical downhill scorer and much-needed bench offense.

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[Ben Pfeifer @bjpf_]

excited to share my thoughts on lots of 2026 draft prospects soon

[Land-Grant Holy Land @Landgrant33]

Brock Boyd is already ahead of schedule at Ohio State, but breaking into a receiver room led by Jeremiah Smith and loaded with talent won’t be easy. His path to playing time will come down to trust and fit.

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[Land-Grant Holy Land @Landgrant33]

Devin Sanchez isn’t just stepping into a starting role; he’s being asked to become Ohio State’s next true lockdown CB1. If the sophomore leap hits, the entire defense could follow.

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[Land-Grant Holy Land @Landgrant33]

Ohio State’s 2026 freshman class is loaded with talent and perfectly timed for the future. Cole takes a look at the rookies Buckeye fans should be most hyped to see this fall.

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[Land-Grant Holy Land @Landgrant33]

Ohio State’s secondary has the talent to be elite again, but replacing Caleb Downs isn’t just plug-and-play.

It’s what will ultimately decide whether this group lives up to the hype...

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[Rylan Stiles @Rylan_Stiles]

"Dillon Brooks is a fringe star" is being shouted in my ear as I remind the debating duo of an active playoff game going on below us.

[CBB Analytics @CBBAnalytics]

Our End of Season NBA Draft prospects report.

Lineup data and situational splits that add context to player production.

Patterns that don’t show up in the box score and can change how a season is evaluated.

[Land-Grant Holy Land @Landgrant33]

Who’s next to lose their black stripe at Ohio State?
Chris Henry Jr. feels inevitable. Jay Timmons is right there. The next wave of Buckeye freshmen is already pushing for trust and early playing time.

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[Land-Grant Holy Land @Landgrant33]

Kenyatta Jackson Jr. is the safest bet to lead Ohio State in sacks, but with Qua Russaw’s explosiveness and Eddrick Houston’s upside, this pass rush could come at quarterbacks in waves all season.

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[Land-Grant Holy Land @Landgrant33]

Riley Pettijohn isn’t just replacing production; he’s shaping Ohio State’s next linebacker identity.

Whether as an off-ball anchor or a hybrid weapon, his development could define how this defense plays in 2026.

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[Land-Grant Holy Land @Landgrant33]

Josh Ojianwuna didn’t play this season for the OSU men, but the Baylor transfer brings size, rebounding, and elite interior efficiency, exactly what Ohio State lacked this year.

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[Cole VanWiechen @colevan02]

@bjpf_ Ya makes sense, hilarious looking back at that draft class. Another Ohio State question lol, what do you think Juni Mobley’s draft ceiling can be. As a 6’1 off-guard who doesn’t have great playmaking, struggles finishing at the rim, and who really doesn’t defend either.