Ohio State to enshrine Tressel in Ring of Honor (opens original article in a new tab)

Ohio State will enshrine former coach Jim Tressel in the Ring of Honor for the 2026 season opener, recognizing his achievements despite a 2011 NCAA scandal.

• Former Ohio State coach Jim Tressel will be enshrined in the Ring of Honor at Ohio Stadium for the 2026 season opener
• Tressel led Ohio State to a national title in 2002 and coached 67 NFL draft picks during his tenure from 2001 to 2010
• Tressel resigned in 2011 amid an NCAA investigation that led to vacated wins and a postseason ban for the team