And without any major additions expected on the line in the portal, Ohio State’s offensive line is likely mostly set headed into the 2026 season. And that puts increased importance and pressure on that unit, and offensive line coach Tyler Bowen, to develop int one of the sport’s best. Because, on paper, that’s what they should be.

Poor offensive line play cost Ohio State in its final two games of the season, leaving Tyler Bowen and the Buckeyes looking for answers to start the 2026 offseason.

Tegra Tshabola, a former Ohio State offensive lineman, is transferring to Kentucky to help rebuild the Big Blue Wall.

The Hurricanes owned the Buckeyes up front on both sides of the ball in a physical, statement Cotton Bowl victory

Former Ohio State offensive lineman Tegra Tshabola arrived in Auburn on Tuesday afternoon for a visit, a source confirmed to AL.com. He started 13 games for the Buckeyes at right guard this season and has four seasons of Power Four experience. Former Auburn QB transfers to Florida State, teams up with Gus Malzahn Jan. 6, 2026, 11:28 a.m.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/college/ohiostate as Ohio State picks up commitments from a pair of tight ends. While the transfer portal period for Ohio State did not start off well, with the loss of a significant amount of wide receiver talent and young players, it has recently been picking up.

Kentucky has landed a commitment from Ohio State offensive guard transfer Tegra Tshabola, his agency @3strandsports tells me and @chris_hummer. Tshabola, who is repped by @EugeneTLee, was a two-year starter at Ohio State and an All-Big Ten honorable mention pick last season. pic.twitter.com/1qBczXIo4J