​We know your life is busy, but that doesn’t mean you want to miss any news about your favorite team. So, we’re rounding up all the most important news, analysis, and commentary from LGHL and the rest of the Buckeye beat. As preseason camp begins this week, Land-Grant Holy Land is diving into its final weekly theme of the off-season. This week centers on making predictions that may or may not be reasonable; in fact, some might call them bold. You can catch up on all of the Theme Week content here and all of our “Bold Predictions” articles here.
What is your boldest Ohio State prediction that you think will happen? Matt Tamanini from Land-Grant Holy Land makes a bold claim: the Buckeyes will lead the country in turnover margin in 2026. Jami Jurich of Land-Grant Holy Land presents another bold prediction, asserting that Ohio State will post its best passing season since 2018. Gene Ross, also from Land-Grant Holy Land, believes the Buckeyes will be noticeably better at intercepting the ball this season. Brett Ludwiczak, continuing the trend of bold forecasts, predicts that Ohio State will go undefeated on the road in 2026. Alex Frank of Land-Grant Holy Land adds his take with a bold projection on the team’s performance.
Steven Lassan of Athlon Sports offers some college football forecasting with his 12-Team Preseason Projections for 2026, which Buckeye fans might find entertaining. Dave Biddle of Bucknuts highlights Ohio State’s Julian Sayin as the No. 1 draft-eligible quarterback in the country, according to expert rankings. Spencer Holbrook of Lettermen Row focuses on projecting and setting expectations for five-star freshman linebacker Cincere Johnson, aiming to give readers a glimpse of what to anticipate from the future.
Patrick Murphy of Bucknuts explains why Ohio State will adopt a different approach at nickel in 2026, signaling a shift in defensive strategy. Dan Hope from Eleven Warriors notes that Amare Bynum seemed to remain committed to Ohio State despite interest from other programs in the transfer portal. Josh Poloha, also at Eleven Warriors, describes him as “like a little bowling ball out there” as Bruce Thornton already turns heads on the basketball court, with remarks tied to Houston Rockets coverage.
This collection reflects a mix of bold predictions, informed projections, and early impressions aimed at giving Buckeye fans a comprehensive look at what could unfold in the near future. Whether you’re looking for turnover margin forecasts, passing efficiency expectations, or defensive alignment changes, these pieces offer a broad spectrum of viewpoints. As the off-season winds down and the season approaches, these insights provide a foundation for discussions and a springboard for more in-depth analysis across the Buckeye beat.