Ohio State opens at No. 12 in 2026 College Football Playoff rankings
Derek Johnson
Derek Johnson
Sports Reporter · Youngstown, OH
Derek Johnson has been covering high school sports in the Mahoning Valley for the last eight years and is a proud graduate of Youngstown State University. His deep knowledge of local teams and players allows him to write with authenticity and passion, bringing the thrill of the game to life.
More from Derek →Sports Reporter · Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 2:01 PM · 1 min read
For the first time in five years, Ohio State is not ranked in the top-two in the initial College Football Playoff rankings. In fact, the Buckeyes are ranked much lower.