March 20, 2026

Ohio State, Palaie Gaoteote Still Waiting On Eligibility Waiver Days Before Season Opener

© Provided by Buckeyes Now on FanNation Gaoteote won’t travel with the team if they don’t receive a response by Wednesday afternoon. Stop us if you’ve heard this before: Ohio State’s season opener at Minnesota is now one day closer and the Buckeyes still don’t know if USC transfer linebacker Palaie Gaoteote will be able to play this season. “The NCAA asked for some additional information, so I guess they’re still working it over,” head coach Ryan Day said during his press conference on Monday afternoon. “Unfortunately, we don’t have any more information, even as we’re heading into the game here. “(It’s) a difficult spot for him and us as we’re waiting to hear the decision, but we’re still optimistic that we’re going to get good news.” The 6-foot-2 and 248-pound Gaoteote has been paying his own way since arriving on campus in June and participated in fall camp. But…

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