Is Ohio State Gaining Momentum in Pursuit of Quarterback Will Howard from Kansas State? – College Football Tracker
JAN 2 – Speculation is growing about the potential transfer of quarterback Will Howard from Ohio State to the Buckeyes. On3’s Pete Nakos suggests a strong possibility of Howard joining Ohio State, especially given the team’s search for a standout quarterback following Kyle McCord’s departure and lackluster performances by Devin Brown and Lincoln Kienholz in the Cotton Bowl. Howard, who previously played for Kansas State, had an impressive last season with 2,643 passing yards, 24 touchdowns, 351 rushing yards, and nine rushing touchdowns.
DEC 28 – Former Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer, drawing on his extensive experience in big games, offers advice to current head coach Ryan Day ahead of the Cotton Bowl against Missouri. Meyer emphasizes the importance of reaching a 12-1 record and leaving no effort spared to secure victory in the high-stakes matchup.
DEC 26 – The long-standing rivalry between Ohio State and Michigan takes a humorous turn as The Simpsons cartoon show references the Wolverines’ sign-stealing scandal. In a scene, Bart Simpson teaches a class on cheating at ‘The Jim Harbaugh Center for Competitive Imbalance.’
DEC 12 – An Ohio State Buckeyes coach, identified as tight ends coach Keenan Bailey, experiences a carjacking incident while recruiting in Cleveland. Despite the ordeal, the coach remains unharmed and promptly resumes recruiting. The perpetrators, four teenagers aged 15 to 18, are arrested by Cleveland police.
DEC 9 – Former Oklahoma Sooners transfer QB Dillon Gabriel commits to the Oregon Ducks, setting the stage for a matchup against the Ohio State Buckeyes in 2024. The Buckeyes, actively seeking a quarterback through the NCAA Transfer Portal, are currently favored to acquire Washington State transfer Cam Ward.
DEC 6 – Reports from On3’s Husker Online suggest that Ohio State quarterback transfer Kyle McCord has engaged with the Nebraska Cornhuskers. McCord, who entered the transfer portal, meets with Nebraska’s offensive coordinator Marcus Satterfield, sparking speculation about his potential move to Nebraska.
NOV 30 – Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles is considered a potential candidate for the head coaching position at Duke, following Mike Elko’s departure to Texas A&M. Knowles played a pivotal role in leading Ohio State’s defense to impressive rankings in various categories during the regular season.
NOV 29 – Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh downplays the intensity of the rivalry with Ohio State, describing it as “very manufactured” and potentially unhealthy for student-athletes. Despite his perspective, the game between Michigan and Ohio State in 2023 becomes the most-watched college football game in over a decade.
NOV 26 – Michigan defensive coordinator Jesse Minter taunts Ohio State after a key interception in ‘The Game.’ Emotions run high as Minter’s defense contributes to Michigan’s victory.
NOV 25 – Ohio State athletic director Gene Smith engages in a heated sideline altercation with a Michigan staff member during the game against Michigan. The exchange involves questioning Smith’s credentials and instructions for him to stay behind the yellow line. The incident occurs in what would be Smith’s last scheduled edition of ‘The Game’ as athletic director before his retirement in 2024.
NOV 25 – Ohio State quarterback Kyle McCord throws a crucial interception against Michigan, leading to a Wolverines touchdown. The game represents a pivotal moment for both teams in the college football season.
NOV 25 – The Ohio State Buckeyes enter their crucial matchup against Michigan with relatively few major injuries, with safety Lathan Ransom being the notable exception, having been ruled out for the season due to a prior injury.
