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Ohio State football’s transfer portal history: How past pickups have performed

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December 8, 2024

Ohio State football’s transfer portal history: How past pickups have performed

The college football portal reopens to all players on Monday, allowing them to put their names in the online database in order for other schools to contact them about transferring.

A wave of movement is to follow as players are now permitted under NCAA rules to transfer multiple times with immediate eligibility as long as they remain in good academic standing.

Ohio State football portal history

The Buckeyes began using the portal soon after it went live in October 2018, picking up quarterback Justin Fields as a transfer from Georgia.

But even as the NCAA has loosened restrictions on transfers, they have remained selective.

Best Ohio State football transfer portal pickups

Ohio State has not added more than nine transfers in a cycle, and among the 18 schools in the Big Ten, only Iowa, Northwestern, Penn State and Rutgers added more last offseason, according to tracking by 247Sports.

Among the most prominent players Ohio State has acquired:

QB Justin Fields, from Georgia.
S Caleb Downs, from Alabama
C Seth McLaughlin, from Alabama
QB Will Howard, from Kansas State
RB Quinshon Judkins, from Mississippi
S Tanner McCalister, from Oklahoma State
CB Davison Igbinosun, from Mississippi
RB Trey Sermon, from Oklahoma

Notable players who left Ohio State

Kyle McCord was the Buckeyes’ starting quarterback who transferred to Syracuse last year. Jameson Williams, a starting wide receiver, left for Alabama in 2021.

What did Ohio State do last year in the transfer portal?

Ohio State signed these players in the portal last year:

QB Will Howard, from Kansas State
QB Julian Sayin, from Alabama
RB Quinshon Judkins, from Mississippi
TE Will Kacmarek, from Ohio
C Seth McLaughlin, from Alabama
S Caleb Downs, from Alabama

The Buckeyes lost these players in the portal last year:

QB Kyle McCord, to Syracuse
RB Evan Pryor, to Cincinnati
RB Dallan Hayden, to Colorado
RB Chip Trayanum, to Kentucky
WR Noah Rogers, to North Carolina State
WR Julian Fleming, to Penn State
TE Joe Royer, to Cincinnati
TE Sam Hart, to Colorado
DB Cameron Martinez, to Boston College
OL Vic Cutler, to Louisville
OL Jakob James, to Toledo
DT Jaden McKenzie, to East Carolina
DE Omari Abor, to SMU
CB Jyaire Brown, to LSU
DB Kye Stokes, to Cincinnati
S Ja’Had Carter, to North Carolina State
LB Reid Carrico, to West Virginia
DB Ryan Turner, to Boston College
LB Nigel Glover, to Northwestern
WR Kiyon Graves, to California
S Cedrick Hawkins, to Central Florida
K Parker Lewis, Arizona State
P Jesse Mirco, to Vanderbilt
RB Will Hartson, to Southern Illinois

When does transfer portal open?

The transfer portal opens on Monday.

How does transfer portal work?

After the portal reopens on Monday, it will not close until Dec. 28, giving players 20 days to submit a notification to transfer to their school’s compliance staff.

How long is the transfer portal open?

After the portal reopens on Monday, it will not close until Dec. 28, giving players 20 days to submit a notification to transfer to their school’s compliance staff.

There are exceptions, though.

If teams remain in the College Football Playoff or appear in a bowl game past the closing of the window, they have five days following the end of their postseason to decide whether to enter the portal.

Is there a commitment deadline?

No. The transfer windows only regulate entry into the portal. Players who enter the portal can commit to transfer to schools any time.

Must players transfer after entry?

It is not a requirement, though common. Ohio State saw 26 scholarship players enter the portal during the previous spring and winter windows, and only wide receiver Bryson Rodgers withdrew from the portal to remain with the Buckeyes.

Can they remain on the team while in the portal?

In some circumstances. Former linebacker Teradja Mitchell entered the portal weeks before the Buckeyes met Georgia in a semifinal in 2022, but he remained with them for the playoff. Most players who enter the portal move on.

Who could leave Ohio State?

At least three Ohio State players have confirmed they will enter the portal.

Wide receivers Kojo Antwi and Jayden Ballard and linebacker Gabe Powers announced their plans this week, and more are inevitable in this era of churn.

The position to watch is quarterback as the Buckeyes have a crowded room of passers even with Will Howard moving on.

With only two years of eligibility left, would backup quarterback Devin Brown leave if he is not in line to replace Howard? Or Air Noland, who was behind the other four scholarship quarterbacks on the depth?

The Buckeyes kept all five through the spring window last April, but that could prove more the exception than the rule.

How will Ohio State use the portal?

It seems certain the staff will target offensive linemen, addressing one of the biggest holes on the roster.

The Buckeyes suffered issues with depth during the regular season after center Seth McLaughlin and left tackle Josh Simmons went down with injuries.

McLaughlin was also one of three senior starters on the line, and Simmons is forgoing his remaining year of eligibility to leave for the NFL.

As right guard Tegra Tshabola projects to be the only returning starting offensive linemen from when the Buckeyes broke training camp in August, they will need to rebuild in the trenches.

Attrition is expected as well on the defensive side of the ball. Eight of the 11 starters against Michigan were seniors with expiring eligibility. The Buckeyes will need help as a result.

Special teams is a wild card. Will the Buckeyes continue to rely on kicker Jayden Fielding, who missed field goals of 34 and 38 yards against Michigan, or explore another option?

Joey Kaufman covers Ohio State football for The Columbus Dispatch. Email him at jkaufman@dispatch.com.

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Ohio Goes to the Movies announces lineup for free, yearlong statewide film festival

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December 12, 2025

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Ohio Goes to the Movies announces lineup for free, yearlong statewide film festival

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Ohio Goes to the Movies, the statewide film festival launching in February, is coming into focus. Organizers have released the initial schedule for the nearly yearlong event. Part of the state’s America 250 celebration, it will bring more than 280 screenings to all 88 counties. Each film is tied to the Buckeye State in some way, and all screenings are free.

“Ohio has played a significant role in the history of American film and continues to attract talent, productions and storytelling that resonate around the world,” Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine said in a statement. “Ohio Goes to the Movies ensures that residents in every community can participate in the America 250 celebration and rediscover the films that connect us.”

From classic movies starring or made by Ohioans to Hollywood blockbusters shot in downtown Cleveland, the lineup highlights the depth of the state’s influence on the film industry. The festival is also meant to encourage movie fans to explore the state by attending screenings all over Ohio.

Here’s a list of events planned for Northeast Ohio’s seven-county region.

CUYAHOGA COUNTY

“Close Encounters of the Third Kind.” Feb. 12. Phoenix Theatres Great Northern Mall.

“Major League.” March 1. Cinemark Strongsville at SouthPark Mall.

“Draft Day.” March 1. Cinemark Valley View.

“Welcome to Collinwood.” March 12. Cleveland History Center.

“Major League.” April 5. Capitol Theatre.

“Cool Hand Luke.” April 12. Cedar Lee Theatre.

“Draft Day.” April 23. Atlas Cinemas at Shaker Square.

“Toy Story 2.” June 24. Chagrin Documentary Film Festival HQ.

“The Scarlet Letter.” July 11. Cleveland Silent Film Festival at Cleveland Public Library.

“Captain America: The Winter Soldier.” July 11. Great Lakes Science Center.

“More Than a Game.” Sept. 11. AMC Ridge Park Square.

“Superman.” Sept. 18. AMC Westwood Town Center.

“Passing Through.” Sept. 19. Cleveland Institute of Art Cinematheque.

“Kill the Irishman.” Oct. 6. Atlas Cinemas Lakeshore.

GEAUGA COUNTY

“A Christmas Story.” June 11. Mayfield Road Drive-In Theatre.

LAKE COUNTY

“White Boy Rick.” March 11. Regal Willoughby Commons.

“Superman.” April 8. Atlas Cinemas Great Lakes Stadium.

“Air Force One.” July 7. Atlas Cinemas Diamond Center.

LORAIN COUNTY

“The Princess Bride.” April 22. Apollo Theatre.

“The Hunger Games.” Sept. 18. Regal Cobblestone Square.

MEDINA COUNTY

“Major League.” March 7. Hickory Ridge Cinema.

“Draft Day.” Sept. 12. Regal Medina.

PORTAGE COUNTY

“Unstoppable.” Feb. 22. Atlas Cinemas Barrington.

“Dog Man.” March 8. The Kent Stage.

“The Philadelphia Story.” March 19. Kent State University Museum.

“A Christmas Story.” June 10. Midway Twin Drive-In Theatre.

SUMMIT COUNTY

“The Big Short.” Feb. 21. Regal Hudson.

“The Avengers.” April 12. Akron Civic Theatre.

“Howard the Duck.” May 21. The Nightlight Cinema.

“Down by Law.” June 13. Akron–Summit County Public Library Main.

For a complete guide, go to ohiogoestothemovies.org.

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Multiple homes destroyed by fire in Meigs County, Ohio

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December 11, 2025

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Multiple homes destroyed by fire in Meigs County, Ohio

POMEROY, Ohio (WCHS) — A fire destroyed one home and damaged two others Wednesday evening, but then rekindled early Thursday morning and destroyed another home, police said.

The fire was first reported just after 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday night in the 300 block of Wetzgall Street in Pomeroy, according to a press release from the Pomeroy Police Department.

According to police, the fire spread to the two homes on either side of the original home on fire. Firefighters contained the fire and saved the two surrounding homes, but the home that first caught fire was deemed a total loss.

Then, just after 3 a.m. on Thursday morning, the fire rekindled and spread to one of the other homes, resulting in a total loss of that home as well, police said.

Pomeroy police said both homes were occupied at the time of the fires, but all occupants of each home were able to exit their homes safely. Police also said that there were no reported injuries, though both families lost everything they owned due to the total losses of the homes.

The cause of the fire has not been determined, and the incident is still under active investigation by the Ohio State Fire Marshal’s Office, according to police.

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DOE aims to end Biden student loan repayment plan. What it means for Ohio

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December 11, 2025

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DOE aims to end Biden student loan repayment plan. What it means for Ohio

The Department of Education has agreed to a settlement to end the Biden-era SAVE student loan repayment plan.
Over seven million borrowers currently on the SAVE plan will need to select a new repayment program if the court approves the settlement.
Ohio has about 1.7 million student loan borrowers and over $60 billion in debt. The average student loan debt in the state is approximately $35,072.

Student loan borrowers under the Biden-era student loan repayment plan, Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE), may soon have to select a new repayment plan after the U.S. Department of Education agreed to a measure to permanently end the program.

A proposed joint settlement agreement announced Tuesday between the DOE and the State of Missouri seeks to end what officials call the “illegal” SAVE program, impacting more than seven million SAVE borrowers who would have to enroll in another program. The settlement must be approved by the court before it can be implemented.

Ohio borrowers carry some of the nation’s highest student loan debt. Here’s how the proposed change could affect them.

What is the SAVE plan?

Originally known as REPAYE, the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan was created to deliver the lowest monthly payments among income-driven repayment programs. Under the Biden administration, it became the most affordable option for borrowers.

According to USA TODAY, the SAVE plan was part of Biden’s push to deliver nearly $200 billion in student loan relief to more than 5 million Americans. It wiped out $5.5 billion in debt for nearly half a million borrowers and cut many monthly payments down to $0.

But officials in President Donald Trump’s administration claim the Biden plan was illegal.

Why does the Department of Education want to end the SAVE plan?

The DOE says the SAVE plan aimed to provide mass forgiveness without congressional approval, costing taxpayers $342 billion over 10 years. In a press release, the Department said the administration promised unrealistically low payments and quick forgiveness without legal authority.

“The Trump administration is righting this wrong and bringing an end to this deceptive scheme,” Under Secretary of Education Nicholas Kent said in a release. “Thanks to the State of Missouri and other states fighting against this egregious federal overreach, American taxpayers can now rest assured they will no longer be forced to serve as collateral for illegal and irresponsible student loan policies.”

If the agreement is approved by the court, no new borrowers will be able to enroll in the SAVE plan. The agency says it will deny any pending applications and move all SAVE borrowers back into other repayment plans.

Borrowers currently enrolled in the SAVE Plan would have a limited time to select a new repayment plan and begin repaying their student loans.

The DOE adds that it is working on the loan repayment provisions of the “One Big Beautiful Bill” Act, which created a new Income-Driven Repayment plan called the Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP), that will be available to borrowers by July 1, 2026.

How many people in Ohio have student loan debt?

Numbers from the Education Data Initiative show that there are about 1.7 million student loan borrowers in Ohio, carrying over $60 billion in debt. The average student loan debt is approximately $35,072.

Ohio also ranks No. 10 among the states with the most student debt, according to personal finance site WalletHub.

How much money does Ohio get from the Department of Education?

The DOE budget for Ohio for fiscal year 2025 is estimated to be more than $5.65 billion, The Columbus Dispatch previously reported.

President Trump announced his intentions to eliminate the Department of Education earlier this year, meaning that Ohio could lose more than $5 billion in annual funding.

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