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Former Ohio State running back transfers to Big Ten foe known for stealing Buckeyes

The running back won't get a chance to face his former team in the regular season, however.

Ohio State Buckeyes running back James Peoples (20) runs the ball in the second half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. | Samantha Madar/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

The Ohio State football program has lost several players to the Transfer Portal since it opened on Friday. The number continues to grow by the day, and it likely will continue to do so as the week goes on.