The top-ranked team in the nation relied on its star trio of returning starters.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State celebrated former football coach Jim Tressel during Saturday’s season opener against Ball State, inducting him into the program’s Ring of Honor. His plaque, sitting beside Woody Hayes’ inside Ohio Stadium,

Ohio State kicks its season off against Ball State at home on Saturday. Follow us for live updates, score, analysis, and highlights during the action.

Freshman quarterback Luke Fahey entered the Ohio State season opener up 42-3 on Ball State in the season opener.

Jim Tressel reflects on his Ohio State legacy, praises Ryan Day, and reveals the Buckeye who stands out to him on the 2026 roster.

NBA superstar LeBron James may not have played in college himself, but the Akron, Ohio, native is locked in for the start of Ohio State’s football season. James, who signed with the 76ers for two years and $8 million earlier this summer,