The Ohio State basketball team had somewhat of a reality check on Thursday night when they didn't seem to be with it in a loss to North Carolina. Instead of worrying abut it, the Buckeyes responded in the consolation game in Madison Square Garden against No. 13 California on Friday night. Get all the details from the game inside.]]> Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:14:00 GMT It all comes down to this. Of course Ohio State's bowl destination is all but locked in and the team knows it will get no less than a share of the Big Ten title... but none of that matters when it comes to the Michigan game. Just like every other week we are breaking down several key battles in the Tale of the Tape and seeing who holds the edge in certain aspects of the gam]]> Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT The Big Ten season is in its final week and a pair of games in the league have garnered our attention here at the Weekend Forecast. Penn State fans are still upset about having to share the Big Ten title with the Buckeyes last year despite winning the head-to-head and this year would love a chance to return the score with a Nittany Lion win and a Buckeye loss]]> Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT Things are hitting playoff time in the state of Florida, and one prospect who is still on the field is Jeremy Cash. The talented defensive back in the 2011 class currently holds a trio of offers, but things are just beginning to pick up for him]]> Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT Just over 24 hours from the biggest game of the year, it is starting to feel like the intensity in Columbus is heating up. Michigan talk has finally started to take over the majority of conversations in the Buckeye State. Before the game, BuckeyeGrove.com interviews The Wolverine's Michael Spath, who gives us the points of view from Ann Arbo]]> Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:00:00 GMT The Ohio State basketball team closed the game against North Carolina in the semifinals of the 2K Sports Classic in New York Thursday night on a 20-9 run over the span of the last three minutes. The previous 37 minutes, however, were too horrid for Ohio State to overcome. Find out inside just how the Buckeyes did against the Tar Heels in Madison Square Garden Thursday night.]]> Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:24:00 GMT COLUMBUS - The Ohio State men's basketball team has backed up its top-15 ranking thus far this season, but when the Buckeyes take on the No. 4 North Carolina Tar Heels in Madison Square Garden in New York City this evening, it is certainly put up or shut up time. Find out inside how the Buckeyes will approach the biggest game of the young season]]> Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:30:00 GMT Past victors of the Ohio State/Michigan game have received some of the greatest riches in college football. Numerous Big Ten titles have been won, Heisman trophy winners have been decided and even a few teams went on to win National Titles. This year the stage is set with plenty on the line for each team. It may not be a BCS title bid but both teams have their own incentive to win this game]]> Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT It may only be Thursday but the final preparations are already being put into place for the annual rivalry game with Michigan. Senior Tackle will take place on Thursday afternoon and much of the game plan is already laid down. Jim Tressel took a chance to address the media a final time before locking things down in preparation for an always difficult game against That Team Up North]]> Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:45:00 GMT COLUMBUS - It would be a lie to say that there hasn't been some distaste for Jim Tressel's offensive philosophy during the course of this season. Whether innovation was the original reason for adding the Wildcat or not, the formation could keep Michigan guessing on Saturday. They haven't thrown out of it yet, but breaking tendencies against Michigan is what Tressel does best]]> Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT COLUMBUS - In a rare case, the luster of the Ohio State-Michigan game may be fading due to the fact that most feel as if the Wolverines aren't going to be competitive this season when they invite the Buckeyes into the Big House. But as Jim Tressel and Earle Bruce put it: once you're involved in The Game, there is no circumstance ever that could take away from its significance.]]> Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT The basketball season is now up and going. Understandably the coaching staff is focused on the season, and specifically getting a win over North Carolina. However the staff is also hitting the recruiting trail. Get the latest on where the Buckeyes stand with five-star point guard Quinn Cook. Also find out how Ohio State is doing with Jakarr Sampson, Kenny Kaminski, and a pair of stars from the Peach State]]> Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:48:00 GMT The North Carolina basketball team has been ranked in the Associated Press poll's top 10 for 61 consecutive weeks, and coming off another national championship, it looks as if the Tar Heels will continue that trend. However, the team looks a lot different this season then the one that won it all a year ago. BuckeyeGrove.com breaks down Ohio State's opponent tonight inside]]> Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:00:00 GMT The number of targets on the class of 2010 Hot Board is starting to dwindle and the Buckeyes are hoping for a big December through February in filling out the final spots of the class. Where do the Buckeyes stand with players like Seantrel Henderson and Lamarcus Joyner? Make the jump and find out in our November update to the Hot Boar]]> Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:59:00 GMT COLUMBUS - One of the first things Michigan head coach Rich Rodriguez was criticized for when taking the head coaching job in Ann Arbor was not fully understanding the magnitude of the OSU game. Jim Tressel, meanwhile, has stressed the importance since day one. Rodriguez claims to be fully dialed in, but what is the significance of embracing the rivalr]]> Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT COLUMBUS - The Ohio State football team isn't usually in the situation they're in heading into this year's Michigan game. The Buckeyes already have at least a share of the Big Ten title and a trip to the Rose Bowl on their itinerary, but the Buckeyes vow to have more at stake this weekend then Michigan does. Find out why insid]]> Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:00:00 GMT A few months ago, there was a lot of belief that this would be the year for the Wolverines to jump back on track, reestablishing their spot as a Big Ten power. After a 5-2 start, the maize and blue dropped four in a row, making the Buckeyes their last shot at bowl eligibility. With the offense progressing every game, the defense has regressed, giving up nearly 400 yards a game. Find out what is wrong with their defense and see which Buckeye could have a career day on Saturday]]> Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMT Every year in the state of Ohio there seems to be a senior that absolutely explodes onto the scene with strong play. This year that player could be Verlon Reed. The multi talented athlete has seen his stock soar, and he could be working his way to earning an Ohio State offe]]> Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:00:00 GMT COLUMBUS - Some would say that the Michigan football team's bowl hopes died when the Wolverines lost to Wisconsin 45-24 last weekend in Madison. But with one game left and one win needed to qualify for a bowl trip, Michigan freshman quarterback Tate Forcier promised to lead his team past the Buckeyes in order to accomplish that. Will the freshman's comments come back to haunt him]]> Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:00:00 GMT COLUMBUS - When Ohio State left guard Justin Boren decided to transfer from Michigan to Ohio State, the decision made big news. Now, before heading back to Ann Arbor as a Buckeye, the comments of a former teammate have stirred up some controversy. Find out what Michigan defensive end Brandon Graham said Monday about Boren and the Buckeyes' mindset going into Ann Arbor inside]]> Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT