The Transfer Portal already has over 1,000 players in it since opening on Friday. Multiple Ohio State football players have already made the decision to enter the portal after the season ended in embarrassing fashion in the Cotton Bowl. The Buckeyes have started bringing players in for visits, as well.
Most of the players who have decided to leave the Ohio State Buckeyes haven't been massive impact players. On Sunday, Ohio State actually got its first commitment from the Transfer Portal in 2026, adding Mason Williams from Ohio University.
Shortly after that, the Buckeyes lost someone who had a shot to make a major impact next season.