IF NOT BUCKEYE THEN WHO ELSE?: Controversy rocks college football over ESPN’s declaration of Ohio State as the powerhouse….
In a move that has ignited fierce debate across the college football landscape, ESPN recently declared Ohio State as the current powerhouse of college football. While Buckeye fans rejoiced, others questioned whether the title is premature—or even deserved. Critics point to Georgia’s back-to-back national championships, Michigan’s recent dominance over Ohio State, and Alabama’s continued excellence under Nick Saban as reasons to challenge ESPN’s proclamation.
Supporters argue that Ohio State’s elite recruiting, NFL-caliber talent, and consistent top-10 finishes justify the label. Detractors, however, claim the Buckeyes’ lack of a national title since 2014 weakens the case. With the sport evolving rapidly and the 12-team playoff looming, fans and analysts alike are left asking: if not Ohio State, then who? The debate is far from over, and the 2025 season might just settle it on the field.
