COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The offseason is over, and the Buckeyes' bid for a national title begins Saturday.
No. 2 Ohio State opens the season against Akron, with kickoff set for 3:30 p.m. at Ohio Stadium. The Buckeyes have never lost to an in-state opponent at Ohio Stadium and have won 33 straight against the Zips since a 12-6 loss back in 1894 at the Ohio State Fair. OSU looks to win its 25th consecutive season opener.