Facing quarterback Dylan Raiola was already supposed to be part of Ohio State football’s 2026 plans, but now the location of that battle has changed. After spending two seasons as Nebraska’s starter,

Below is a list of Ohio State's opponents for the 2026 season. The Buckeyes will face two teams, Indiana and Oregon, that made the College Football Playoff last season. Seven of Ohio State's 2026 opponents were in the top 25 of the CFP rankings as of the start of the playoff (Indiana, Oregon, Texas, USC, Michigan, Iowa).

The College Football Playoff quarterfinal kicks off with the second-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes vs. the tenth-ranked Miami Hurricanes at the Cotton Bowl.

Here is everything you need to know about Ohio State vs. Miami, including TV and streaming options for the Cotton Bowl.

Miami stunned reigning national champion Ohio State on New Years eve in one of the biggest upsets of the season. The Hurricanes will face Ole Miss in the Fiesta Bowl on Thursday with a berth in the national title game at stake. The Rebels advanced with a dramatic 39-34 win over Georgia in the Sugar Bowl.

How to watch Cotton Bowl College Football Playoff game between Ohio State Buckeyes, Miami Hurricanes Wednesday, Dec. 31, with time, TV channel, more.