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FILE0 Ohio State defensive end J.T. Tuimoloau (44) celebrates with his teammates Jack Sawyer (33), Zach Harrison (9) and Lathan Ransom (12) after returning an interception for a touchdown during the fourth quarter of an NCAA college football game against Penn State, on Oct. 29, 2022, in State College, Pa. Even though they're playing for a shot at the national championship in the Peach Bowl's College Football Playoff semifinal against No. 1 Georgia on Saturday, No. 4 Ohio State players haven't moved past their 45-23 loss to rival Michigan on Nov. 26. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger, File)
Georgia-Ohio St: Perennial powerhouses who've met just once

By Paul Newberry Dec. 30, 2022 05:05 PM EST

Heisman trophy finalist and TCU quarterback Max Duggan speaks during a news conference before attending the award ceremony Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022, in New York. (AP Photo/Eduardo Munoz Alvarez)
Ohio State dogged by Michigan loss during Peach Bowl prep

By Charles Odum Dec. 28, 2022 02:20 PM EST

FILE - Alabama linebacker Will Anderson Jr. (31) plays during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Anderson was selected to The Associated Press All-America team released Monday, Dec. 12, 2022. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt, File)
USC's Williams, Alabama's Anderson lead AP All-America team

By Ralph D. Russo Dec. 12, 2022 12:02 PM EST

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day questions a referee's call during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Michigan on Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
No. 1 Georgia faces No. 4 Ohio State in Peach Bowl semifinal

By The Associated Press Dec. 04, 2022 03:00 PM EST

Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell (31) intercepts a pass intended for Minnesota wide receiver Le'Meke Brockington (0) after it was deflected by Iowa defensive back Riley Moss (33) during the second half an NCAA college football game on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Craig Lassig)
Harbaugh, Iowa's Campbell win Big Ten's top football honors

Nov. 29, 2022 02:30 PM EST

Maryland quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa throws a pass while being pressured by Penn State linebacker Jonathan Sutherland (0) In the first half of their NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, in State College, Pa. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
No. 2 Ohio State tries to stay unbeaten against Maryland

By The Associated Press Nov. 17, 2022 10:54 AM EST

Indiana running back Jaylin Lucas (12) reacts after scoring a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Penn State, Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, in Bloomington, Ind. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler)
No. 2 Ohio St seeking more polished performance vs Hoosiers

Nov. 10, 2022 10:15 AM EST

Ohio State receiver Emeka Egbuka, left, runs after catching a pass against Iowa during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
No. 2 Buckeyes catch fire late, pound bumbling Iowa 54-10

By Mitch Stacy Oct. 22, 2022 03:43 PM EDT

Michigan State quarterback Payton Thorne (10) is tackled by Ohio State linebacker Tommy Eichenberg (35) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Can No. 2 Ohio St keep foot on the gas in season's 2nd half?

By Mitch Stacy Oct. 16, 2022 01:50 PM EDT

Ohio State defensive back Josh Proctor, top, linebacker Steele Chambers, right, and defensive back Lathan Ransom, front, tackle Rutgers running back Al-Shadee Salaam during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Michigan State hopes to slow down Stroud, No. 3 Ohio State

By Bob Tripi Oct. 06, 2022 01:06 PM EDT

Ohio State defensive lineman Jack Sawyer (33) sacks Wisconsin quarterback Graham Mertz (5) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Rutgers a big underdog in visit to No. 3 Ohio State

By The Associated Press Sep. 29, 2022 08:55 AM EDT

Ohio State wide receiver Xavier Johnson, center, is tackled by Notre Dame cornerback TaRiq Bracy, right, linebacker Bo Bauer, top, and linebacker Jack Kiser during the third quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
No. 2 Ohio State wears down No. 5 Notre Dame 21-10

By Ralph D. Russo Sep. 03, 2022 11:11 PM EDT

Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) looks to throw during warmups before playing Indiana in an NCAA college football game in Bloomington, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Ohio State at Indiana 10/23/2021

Oct. 23, 2021 07:25 PM EDT

Maryland quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa throws a pass against Ohio State during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Maryland at Ohio State 10/9/2021

Oct. 09, 2021 02:09 PM EDT