Clarett Rings Bell as Buckeyes Kick Off | Ohio State Buckeyes Football News

Maurice Clarett, Ohio State’s freshman phenom from the 2002 national championship team, is ringing the Victory Bell before this Saturday’s season opener against Ball State — a moment that echoes his legendary 1,200-yard, 16-touchdown freshman campaign. Alongside him, former head coach Jim Tressel will be enshrined in the Ring of Honor, honoring the duo who led the Buckeyes to glory. Clarett’s two championship-game touchdowns remain iconic, and their return sets an electrifying tone for the 2026 season kickoff on the Big Ten Network. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fd11076e9e83f4cd