June 27, 2026

'Nice to be the villain.' Ohio State football eager for first road test at Michigan State

Ohio State is ready for some hostility, finally. After five games at home to start the season, the Buckeyes finally hit the road Saturday when they play Michigan State (2-3, 0-2 Big Ten) in East Lansing. Not since 2003 has Ohio State started the season with five games at Ohio Stadium. As comfortable as the Horseshoe is, the Buckeyes’ culture is to welcome discomfort. “It’s going to be fun to play in a hostile environment,” center Luke Wypler said. “I’m pretty excited for that – the first one of the year – and kind of be the bad guy in the arena. It’s always nice to be the villain.” Ohio State football:OSU defensive tackle Taron Vincent’s contributions are noticed by team. No. 3 Ohio State (5-0, 2-0) is used to having a target on its back. Coach Ryan Day said the team likes the “Ohio against the world” mindset. “That…

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