It’s game day, catch up on all of the Cotton Bowl news and analysis before kickoff

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We know that your life is busy, but that doesn’t mean you want to miss any news about your favorite team. So, we are rounding up all of the most important news, analysis, and commentary from LGHL and the rest of the Buckeye beat.

For your Earholes…

Land-Grant Podcast Network rolls out exciting new lineup of shows
Matt Tamanini, Land-Grant Holy Land

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On the gridiron

Ohio State vs. Miami: 2025 game preview and prediction
Brett Ludwiczak, Land-Grant Holy Land

Ohio State Football Status Report: Tegra Tshabola Doubtful, Other Contributors Set to Play in Cotton Bowl
Andy Anders, Eleven Warriors

FYI: Chris Fallica went to Miami

“Miami’s going to have to do more on offense to beat Ohio State.” 👀
Nick Saban on Miami as they prepare for their CFP Quarterfinal matchup against Ohio State 🏆
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— ESPN College Football (@ESPNCFB) December 30, 2025

Ohio State settles roles for Brian Hartline, offensive staff for College Football Playoff run
Patrick Murphy, Bucknuts

Brian Hartline is going back to something old before he heads off for something new
Doug Lesmerises, Bill and Doug on Ohio State Football

Coaching-staff shuffle at Cotton Bowl thrusts Keenan Bailey into spotlight
Austin Ward, Lettermen Row

Presser Bullets: Ryan Day Says Brian Hartline Will Coach from the Sideline in Cotton Bowl, Jayden Fielding Will Remain Buckeyes’ Kicker
Dan Hope, Eleven Warriors

Ryan Day, Mario Cristobal Preview Cotton Bowl Matchup
Tony Gerdeman, Buckeye Huddle

“Miami’s going to have to do more on offense to beat Ohio State.” 👀
Nick Saban on Miami as they prepare for their CFP Quarterfinal matchup against Ohio State 🏆
(via @patmcafeeshow) pic.twitter.com/D6XzqnTVDe
— ESPN College Football (@ESPNCFB) December 30, 2025

Five things to know about Miami
Justin Golba, Land-Grant Holy Land

How Ohio State can rebound from Big Ten Championship loss and knock off Miami in the Cotton Bowl
Jack Diwik, The Lantern

Did Ohio State win a title, lose 14 draft picks and get better? We’re about to find out
Cameron Teague Robinson, The Athletic

Julian Sayin Named Shaun Alexander Freshman of The Year
Ohio State Athletics

No, they certainly do not.
1,000/10. No notes. 👌👌 https://t.co/HtOWef0m97 pic.twitter.com/BcVY0BIgZv
— Ben Stevens (@BenScottStevens) December 30, 2025

Ohio State-Miami CFP game stirs memories for Maurice Clarett
Rob Oller, The Columbus Dispatch

You’re Nuts: What are you most excited to see from Ohio State in the Cotton Bowl?
Brett Ludwiczak and Matt Tamanini, Land-Grant Holy Land

On the hardwood

Women’s basketball and UCLA deserve more coverage, but attacks from within don’t help
Thomas Costello, Land-Grant Holy Land

After longest rest of season, Ohio State ramping up for Big Ten play
Adam Jardy, The Columbus Dispatch

Jaloni Cambridge’s leadership shone through in Ohio State women’s loss to No. 4 UCLA
Thomas Costello, Land-Grant Holy Land

Outside the Shoe and the Schott

Wrestling: Birden, Shumate Earn 2025 Midlands Titles
Ohio State Athletics

And now for something completely different

Boink!

NEW: During Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! at Disney’s Hollywood Studios today, a 400-pound boulder prop dislodged from its track. A Cast Member was injured stopping it before it reached the audience. Disney says the Cast Member received immediate care and is recovering. pic.twitter.com/TxbWYV25OX
— Scott Gustin (@ScottGustin) December 31, 2025

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