Ohio State’s spring practice is only just beginning, but we’ve already gotten a first glimpse at what the Buckeyes have at each position group for the 2026 season. Ohio State opened the first hour of each of its first two practices to the media last week, Ryan Day met with the media for his first press conference of the year, and one returning star on each side of the ball—Julian Sayin and Kenyatta Jackson Jr.—also met with reporters last week, giving us some insight into where things stand on both sides of the ball as spring ramps up. With the Buckeyes on spring break this week before they return to the field for the first of their remaining 13 spring practices on Tuesday, we’re recapping what we’ve seen and heard so far about each position group, starting on the offensive side of the ball. There’s not much drama at quarterback this spring, as Julian Sayin returns to lead the offense after leading the nation in completion percentage and finishing fourth in last year’s Heisman Trophy vote. That said, there are multiple areas of emphasis for Sayin this spring as he works to improve entering his second year as a starter. He’ll have more responsibility to change plays at the line of scrimmage this season, while Ryan Day believes it’s crucial for Sayin to become more of a threat in the running game this year. “Making an impact with his legs when appropriate, we know that that’s the X-factor that has to show up this year,” Day said last week. “And he’s aware of that and been working hard in the offseason.” Tavien St. Clair looks more comfortable than a year ago and is the clear frontrunner to be Ohio State’s No. 2 quarterback this season.#ohio_state #ryan_day #julian_sayin #tavien_st_clair #kenyatta_jackson_jr
