The Ohio State football program has had sustained success over the last couple of decades. They consistently are one of the top teams every single year. The Buckeyes have won three national championships in the last 25 years, which is something very few programs can claim.
For many years, the Ohio State Buckeyes have been recognized as the class of the Big Ten Conference. Now, the Big Ten is the best conference in the country after having the last three national champions. The SEC's dominance over college football is clearly over.
While Ohio State isn't the clear Big Ten favorite heading into the 2026 season, it is one of the top contenders.