Ohio State is heads into the new season with a full slate of media availability and a high-profile opener on the horizon. Head coach Ryan Day and coordinators Brian Hartline and Matt Patricia are slated to speak at a preseason press conference on Friday, August 18 at 11:30 a.m. as the Buckeyes gear up for the season opener against Texas on August 30 at Ohio Stadium.
A livestream of Day’s remarks will be available through the team’s broadcast channels, with an additional option to watch on the Columbus Dispatch YouTube page.
In other news, Julian Sayin has been named Ohio State’s starting quarterback, a development that headlines the preseason coverage and sets the tone for the offense as the Buckeyes prepare for the upcoming schedule.
Ohio State’s 2025 schedule and TV slots
– Aug. 30: vs. Texas, noon, Fox
– Sept. 6: vs. Grambling, 3:30 p.m., BTN
– Sept. 13: vs. Ohio, 7 p.m., Peacock
– Sept. 27: at Washington, time to be announced
– Oct. 4: vs. Minnesota, time to be announced
– Oct. 11: at Illinois, time to be announced
– Oct. 18: at Wisconsin, time to be announced
– Nov. 1: vs. Penn State, time to be announced
– Nov. 8: at Purdue, time to be announced
– Nov. 15: vs. UCLA, time to be announced
– Nov. 22: vs. Rutgers, time to be announced
– Nov. 29: at Michigan, time to be announced
Fans can stay connected for more Ohio State football coverage through our podcasts, as reporters break down what the press conference means for the team’s approach this season, including how Sayin fits into Day’s offense and how the coordinators plan to leverage Hartline’s and Patricia’s schemes.
Summary
The program is kicking off with a preseason press conference featuring Day and the coordinators, while introducing Julian Sayin as the starting quarterback. The Buckeyes’ 2025 schedule features a marquee opener against Texas and a mix of high-profile and conference matchups, with several times still to be determined. This sets the stage for a season focused on leadership in the quarterback room and strategic execution across the offense and defense. Positive outlook: the early leadership voice and a competitive schedule offer opportunities to showcase depth, growth, and a strong start to the year.