SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — More than a decade ago, a young Clemson assistant coach visited a rising star coach at the University of Utah. …read more

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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — On the football field, Ohio State and Clemson meet rarely, though memorably. …read more

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When Buckeyes run: Clemson is yielding only 3.5 yards per rush but hasn’t faced a multi-pronged running game like Ohio State’s. …read more

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Duh. Ohio State’s passing game has been more miss than hit this season, and it’ll have to click to provide needed balance. Clemson’s defense has been prone to giving up big plays, and the Buckeyes must keep the Tigers from ganging up against the run. For that to happen, the offensive line must protect well against a fierce Clemson pass rush, Barrett must be crisp with his decision-making and his receivers must consistently get open. …read more

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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — If Jerome Baker suddenly found out today that Ohio State would need to play three or four more games to win a national championship, the sophomore linebacker would jump for joy. …read more

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Ohio State fans know how to party, but they’ve never had the pleasure of mixing a game into their New Year’s Eve celebration. But the Buckeyes and Clemson have met twice in bowls — one famous for being a Punch Bowl. …read more

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A question and answer with Ohio State Buckeye Miles Johnson, a senior volleyball player. …read more

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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Why tight ends don’t lead almost every college football team in receptions is a good question, since it seems they’re hardly covered. Clemson’s Jordan Leggett agrees with the second half of that statement. …read more

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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Coach Urban Meyer had just gone through the “core values” of his approach to coaching, which have led to three national titles overall and a 61-5 record with Ohio State, when Clemson coach Dabo Swinney lightened the mood. …read more

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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — By now, the Ohio State football players and coaches could probably be blindfolded and twirled in circles and still find their way to the Valley of the Sun. The Buckeyes are back at the Fiesta Bowl, almost a year to the day since they beat Notre Dame like a kettle drum 44-28 to cap a 2015 season that ended short of their national championship hopes. …read more

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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — They were there, but it wasn’t really theirs. When Ohio State made its unexpected national championship run two years ago, most of the key players on the Buckeyes’ current team were on the roster but only behind the scenes. …read more

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ST. PAUL, Minn. — One of the most-anticipated Blue Jackets regular-season games falls on the same night that the Ohio State football team opens its playoff run. …read more

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ST. PAUL, Minn. — One of the most-anticipated Blue Jackets regular-season games falls on the same night that the Ohio State football team opens its playoff run. Blue Jackets wing Brandon Saad believes there’s enough sports passion in Columbus to embrace both. …read more

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Junior guard Kelsey Mitchell played 35 minutes Wednesday in Ohio State’s Big Ten opener against Minnesota, but it took her just 10 to do the bulk of her damage in a blowout win. …read more

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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — On a team lacking experienced seniors, particularly at receiver, Dontre Wilson and Corey Smith had high hopes for this Ohio State season. …read more

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Fiesta Bowl history from 1971 to 2016 …read more

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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — The Ohio State locker room was in emotional meltdown. Players were crying, cursing and confused during halftime of the 2007 national championship game against Florida. …read more

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Each week during Ohio State’s football season, members of The Dispatch sports staff predict the outcome of the Buckeyes’ game, along with other top matchups across the country. …read more

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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – On the eve of their teams’ College Football Playoff semifinal in the Fiesta Bowl on Saturday night, Ohio State’s Urban Meyer and Clemson’s Dabo Swinney appeared relaxed and businesslike. …read more

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WINNIPEG, Manitoba — What Zach Werenski has done as a 19-year-old defies the norms of a league meant to humble rookie defensemen. …read more

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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Before Isaiah Prince could fix his game, he had to change his attitude. Ohio State’s sophomore right tackle has had a wildly inconsistent season. At times, he has played well. But when he hasn’t, it’s been ugly. …read more

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The Columbus Blue Jackets ran their franchise-best string to 14 consecutive victories, beating the Jets 5-3 at the MTS Centre on Thursday night. They are three wins from matching the 1992-93 Pittsburgh Penguins, who hold the NHL record at 17. …read more

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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Some people blame allergies for their illness. Urban Meyer blames his on losing. …read more

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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — From Clemson coaches and players to their Ohio State counterparts, one refrain has been the same this week: The Fiesta Bowl on Saturday will be decided in the trenches. …read more

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