THE COLLEGE GAME · 2026
Big Ten · Players & roster
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PLAYER DETAILS · 2026
Summary
Payton Pierce contributed at linebacker and on special teams throughout Ohio State's 2025 season. He appeared in all 14 games, made three starts and recorded 43 tackles. His honors included honorable mention All-Big Ten and CSC Academic All-District recognition.
Checked 2026-10-13 · Sources: Ohio State Athletics — official player biography
Background
His prep honors included being a finalist for the High School Butkus Award and District 7-5A Most Valuable Player. The biography records 181 tackles and eight sacks during his senior season. These details come from the official biography retained October 13, 2026; check the school source for later changes.
Checked 2026-10-30 · Sources: Ohio State Athletics — official player biography
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