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Ohio State's and Indiana's top defenses clash in Big Ten Championship

The Big Ten Championship Game features a quarterback showdown between Indiana's Fernando Mendoza and Ohio State's Julian Sayin, but the defenses are stealing the spotlight

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Julian Sayin, Tywone Malone Jr. and Caleb Downs Lead Pro Football Focus' Highest-Graded Ohio State Players Against Michigan Julian Sayin, Tywone Malone Jr. and Caleb Downs were Pro Football Focus’ highest-rated players for Ohio State in the Buckeyes’ 27-9 win over...

1 DAY AGO • ELEVENWARRIORS.COM

Ohio State Buckeyes safety Caleb Downs shares key difference between Big Ten, SEC football | Sporting News In the lead-up to the Big Ten title game, Caleb Downs gave an inside look at what sets the Big Ten apart from the SEC. Downs' Buckeyes are a...

2 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

No. 1 Ohio St. and No. 2 Indiana put different recruiting styles to the test in Big Ten title game

No. 1 Ohio State's roster is filled with five-star recruits, top transfers and NFL prospects

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Top-ranked Ohio State's rebuilt defense depends on versatile stars Arvell Reese and Caleb Downs

Ohio State has the nation’s top defense again this season, led by standout players like Caleb Downs and Arvell Reese

NOVEMBER 27 • Associated Press

Julian Sayin's defining moment: Can Ohio State's QB end the losing streak against Michigan?

Julian Sayin has impressed as Ohio State’s starting quarterback this season, leading the team with a 79.4% completion rate and 27 touchdowns

NOVEMBER 26 • Associated Press

QB Bryce Underwood can make solid freshman season special if No. 15 Michigan upsets No. 1 Ohio State

Bryce Underwood stepped onto Michigan’s campus nearly a year ago as the nation’s top-rated recruit, after flipping his commitment to play for LSU, and all eyes have been on No. 19...

NOVEMBER 24 • Associated Press

Ohio State football's Caleb Downs named finalist for prestigious award Ohio State football's Caleb Downs was named a finalist for this award on Thursday.

NOVEMBER 20 • CLEVELAND.COM

The Obsession That Built Caleb Downs — and Made Him College Football’s Top Defender

Ohio State's Caleb Downs isn’t just talented — he’s relentless in dissecting greatness itself, and it’s this obsession that has carried him...

NOVEMBER 6 • FOX SPORTS

Eleven Warriors Live: Ohio State Launches Heisman Campaigns for Julian Sayin and Jeremiah Smith, But Carnell Tate, Arvell Reese and Caleb Downs Also Deserve Praise Ohio State launches Heisman Trophy campaigns for Julian Sayin and Jeremiah Smith as Carnell Tate, Arvell Reese and Caleb Downs also continue...

NOVEMBER 2 • ELEVENWARRIORS.COM

Ohio State's Caleb Downs reacts to overturned targeting call, beating Jim Knowles Ohio State safety Caleb Downs talks about his overturned targeting call and playing against Jim Knowles and Penn State in this Nov. 1, 2025...

NOVEMBER 1 • DISPATCH.COM

See Caleb Downs, Tim Walton, Ryan Day fire up crowd at Ohio State Skull Session Watch Caleb Downs, Tim Walton and Ryan Day fire up the crowd at the Skull Session.

NOVEMBER 1 • DISPATCH.COM

Top-ranked Ohio State's defense shines as offense seeks consistency during bye week

Ohio State's football team is taking a tailored approach during their second off weekend of the season

OCTOBER 22 • Associated Press

Ryan Day hypes up Ohio State star Caleb Downs in a way everyone can agree with Ohio State's defense is arguably the best in the country. Bringing in Matt Patricia to be the defensive coordinator looks like a stroke of g...

OCTOBER 17 • SCARLETANDGAME.COM

Ohio State's Defense Joins Gus Johnson's 'GOT IT!' Team With Another Strong Outing

Ohio State's defense has too many good players to single out, so Gus Johnson is putting the whole unit on his "GOT IT" team.

OCTOBER 15 • FOX SPORTS

College Football Week 7 Picks, Preview: What To Expect in OSU-Illinois, Indiana-Oregon

Ohio State has its toughest road test so far this season, while there will be a top-10 matchup in Oregon. Joel Klatt breaks down what to exp...

OCTOBER 10 • FOX SPORTS

These stats give even more proof that Caleb Downs is the best DB in college football There are so many highlights to Ohio State's defense, it is hard to keep track of all of the players, but there is one that seems to be stan...

OCTOBER 10 • SCARLETANDGAME.COM

No. 1 Ohio State's new-look defense remains dominant ahead of matchup at No. 17 Illinois

Ohio State's defense has remained strong this season despite losing several key players and coaches from a title-winning team

OCTOBER 8 • Associated Press

Joel Klatt's College Football Rankings: Ohio State Continues to Solidify Its No. 1 Spot

Penn State and Texas get the boot from Joel Klatt's top 10 after upset losses in hectic Week 6.

OCTOBER 6 • FOX SPORTS

Confident, Disciplined, Explosive: Ohio State’s Defense Chasing Greatness

Led by a relentless front seven and elite secondary, Ohio State’s defense is on pace for one of the best seasons in program history.

OCTOBER 4 • FOX SPORTS

Caleb Downs says he was 'bored' in Washington-Ohio State game, defensive line showcase Caleb Downs explained on his podcast why he was bored in the backfield playing against Washington on Sept. 27.

OCTOBER 1 • DISPATCH.COM

Caleb Downs' Off-Field Actions Get Spotlight Treatment After Ohio State's Win Over Washington The Ohio State Buckeyes proved themselves worthy of the number one ranking in all the land this past Saturday as they easily dispatched of t...

SEPTEMBER 30 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Washington hopes to keep home win streak alive as No. 1 Ohio State comes to town

Washington’s program-best 22-game winning streak at Husky Stadium is up against its toughest challenge yet: the No. 1-ranked team in the country

SEPTEMBER 25 • Associated Press

Joel Klatt's College Football Rankings: Indiana Shakes Up The Top 10, LSU Falls

How far did Indiana climb after its blowout win over Illinois? Joel Klatt provides his weekly college football top 10 after an action-packed...

SEPTEMBER 22 • FOX SPORTS