2025-2026 Ohio State Football News and Predictions on AJ Lets Talk Sports
Ohio State, fresh off a national championship, faces a crucial test as they kick off the 2025 season with a high-stakes opener against No. 1 Texas, anchored by their newly named starter, sophomore Julian Sayin—a former five-star recruit who edged out Lincoln Kienholz for the job. Changing things up defensively, the Buckeyes replaced longtime coordinator Jim Knowles with Super Bowl-winning coach Matt Patricia, aiming to shore up the unit after last season’s dominant performance . Meanwhile, elite talent is shining at both ends: wide receiver Jeremiah Smith and safety Caleb Downs have earned preseason All‑America honors from USA Today, while kicker Jayden Fielding remains a key figure in special teams. Adding to the talent mix, freshman RB Bo Jackson is emerging as a rotational spark and future breadwinner in the backfield ([Land-Grant Holy Land][5]).
*Season Outlook & Predictions:* The Buckeyes enter their title defense as one of the Big Ten’s top contenders, rivaling the likes of Penn State and Oregon in preseason projections. Experts are split on their season trajectory: some believe Ohio State will finish around 11–1 and even surpass preseason ranking expectations by season’s end. Yet cautious bettors favor the under on a 10.5-win total, citing tough trips to Illinois, Washington, and Michigan—and a brutal opening clash with Texas. Early playoff predictions place them as a dark horse in the expanded 12-team playoff bracket, with teams like Texas, Penn State, and Clemson seen as more likely to grab the top seeds. LINKTREE: https://linktr.ee/AJLetsTalkSportshttps://linktr.ee/AJLetsTalkSports
