Week 1 is officially underway, and all eyes in the college football world will be affixed to Columbus on Saturday when Texas visits Ohio State. The top-five matchup is filled with storylines, including the official debut of the Arch Manning era at Texas.
For Ohio State, its the Buckeyes’ first game since capturing a national title last winter in Atlanta. Will Howard is gone, with redshirt freshman Julian Sayin earning the nod. But Ryan Day returns wide receiver Jeremiah Smith and safety Caleb Downs, arguably the two best players in the sport.
For Texas and Steve Sarkisian, the last time the Longhorns played was a loss to Ohio State in the College Football Playoff semifinals. Saturday is a chance at redemption and to set the tone for a season filled with national championship hopes.
On3’s live blog will track the top-five matchup with live updates, analysis and instant reaction. Follow along for the latest on Texas at Ohio State.
Ohio State passing game
08/30/2025 10:45:29 AM
All eyes will be on Jeremiah Smith when Ohio State is on offense, but sources have told On3 to keep tabs on Purdue transfer tight end Max Klare. He has 73 career catches for 881 yards.
Celebrities in attendance
08/30/2025 10:39:19 AM
Plenty of celebrities are in Columbus for Texas at Ohio State, including Matthew McConaughey, Mack Brown, Vince Young and Glen Powell.
Texas, Ohio State headline Week 1
08/30/2025 10:37:16 AM
The Texas at Ohio State game has been the date circled on the college football calendar all offseason. According to BetMGM, Ohio State is a 1.5-point favorite with the over-under set at 46.5 points.
Kickoff: Noon p.m. ET
TV: Fox
Broadcasters: Gus Johnson, Joel Klatt
