Ohio State Tapped as Preseason Favorite for Big Ten Title
Ohio State has been selected as the preseason favorite to win the Big Ten conference title. The news comes from Columbus, Ohio, which is the team's home location.

Cleveland Akron, OH, August 3, 2026 —
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio State University has been named the preseason favorite to win the Big Ten Conference championship, according to recent selections.
The announcement places the Buckeyes at the forefront of the conference heading into the upcoming season. Ohio State’s home location is Columbus, Ohio.
Further details regarding the specific voting or selection process were not provided in the information available.
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