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Jim Tressel news
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The gist
Jim Tressel will be inducted into Ohio State's Ring of Honor on Saturday at Ohio Stadium.
The honor recognizes his legacy as a national championship-winning coach for the Buckeyes.
Background
Jim Tressel, former Ohio State football head coach, led the Buckeyes to a national championship in 2002. He will be inducted into the Ring of Honor during the season opener against Ball State on September 5, 2026. Tressel is the third head coach in program history to receive this honor, following Woody Hayes and others.
How it unfolded
- Sep 1, 2026Tressel reacts to Maurice Clarett's Victory Bell assignment, showing ongoing connection to the program.
- Sep 2, 2026In an Eleven Warriors Q&A, Tressel expresses humility about the 'surreal' Ring of Honor induction and praises current coach Ryan Day.
- Sep 3, 2026Baldwin Wallace University, Tressel's alma mater, highlights his upcoming induction, noting he is the third head coach honored.
- Sep 4, 2026Reports confirm Tressel will be inducted on Saturday; Ohio State will hand out keepsakes to fans.
- Sep 5, 2026Tressel is inducted into the Ring of Honor at Ohio Stadium before the Buckeyes' season opener against Ball State.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Ohio State athletic director Ross Bjork and coach Ryan Day surprised Tressel with the news, calling it a tribute to his impact.
- Public
- Fans celebrate the honor, with some noting the full-circle moment involving Maurice Clarett.
- Expert
- Analysts see the induction as recognition of Tressel's character development of players, linking him to Woody Hayes.