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Top Alabama football commit to reportedly visit Big Ten program
According to Rivals' Chad Simmons , a top Alabama Crimson Tide 2027 commit will reportedly visit a Big Ten team in the coming weeks. That recruit is Nigel Newkirk, a long-time Alabama commit at the running back position. Newkirk will reportedly take a visit to Ohio State, per Simmons. The running back is currently one of the highest-rated recruits in Alabama's 2027 class, ranking No. 226 nationally, per the 247Sports Composite . A four-star prospect, Newkirk is also considered the No. 16 running back in the class, as well as the No. 25 player in the state of Georgia where he attends Gainesville High School, the same program that produced current Alabama freshmen Xavier Griffin and Jamarion Matthews. Newkirk has been committed to the Crimson Tide since May 2026. Alabama's 2027 class currently ranks No. 32 nationally with 16 total commitments, per 247Sports . Newkirk is one-of-two running backs in Alabama's class, joined by three-star Tai Phillips. Contact/Follow us @RollTideWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Alabama news, notes and opinion . This article originally appeared on Roll Tide Wire: Top Alabama football commit to reportedly visit Big Ten program
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Columbus-area high school football scores and highlights, Oct. 30, 2026
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — The regular season is over and now the real fun begins. While the top seeds in each region have this week off, others begin the high school football playoffs with dreams of getting to Canton in December to compete for a state title. Our Football Friday Nite “Game of the Week” […]
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College football teams spend millions on QBs. Why can’t they find a good backup?
As things currently stand, No. 2 Ohio State and Michigan will meet on the last Saturday of November with the Buckeyes likely on the verge of booking an appearance in the Big Ten championship game and the Wolverines looking for an upset to put a bright mark on what has been a difficult season.
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Y-Nationals ‘A’ Finalist Rylee Kohan Commits To Ohio State for 2028
Kohan was Y-Nationals 'A' finalist in both the 100 and 200 backstrokes this past spring. She will arrive in fall 2028. Current photo via Rylee Kohan. Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination. Fitter and Faster is proud to honor these athletes and those who supported them on their journey.
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Fairmont soars past Grove City 35-21 in Div. 1 first round
GROVE CITY, Ohio (WDTN) – The Fairmont Firebirds soared past No. 7 Grove City 35-21 in the first round of the Div. 1 playoffs. Logan Doty rushed for 221 yards and three touchdowns in the win. The No. 10 seed Firebirds will face off with GWOC foe, No. 2 Springfield, in the Region 2 second […]
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Buckeye Halloween display brings families together
DUBLIN, Ohio — For 16 years, Kelly and Jon Phillips have transformed their home into a Halloween destination. This year, their backyard features over 60 skeletons dressed for an Ohio State football season, complete with Brutus, coach Ryan Day, football players and a nightly music-and-light show. The couple spends...
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Stellar Whitehall-Yearling Quarterback play ends Hamilton-Township’s Season
WHITEHALL, Ohio (WOUB)– “It’s always hard to beat a team twice,” that is a mantra that Whitehall-Yearling proved once again against rivals Hamilton-Township. In a rematch of their week one meeting that was decided by just one point, the Hamilton Township Rangers (7-4) traveled to face th Whitehall-Yearling Rams (8-2). The Rams got their revenge from their previous two meetings, taking the contest 33 to 7.
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Men’s basketball: Buckeyes prepare for season-opener against No. 25 BYU in Salt Lake City
The Buckeyes did not defeat a ranked opponent until mid-February last season. They will look to start their 2026-27 campaign with a win over a ranked team. Ohio State opens its season against No. 25 BYU Monday in Salt Lake City in the Delta Center. The Cougars are one of nine teams on the Buckeyes’ schedule that are currently ranked in the AP Top 25. Four of those opponents are against nonconference teams.