Army, arguably the marquee service program in college football, will appear on Ohio State’s schedule for the first time ever. Army is a historical giant in the sport, with three Heisman winners and five national championships (two of which are unclaimed by the program) to its name. As such, this matchup on Sept. 16 connotes some intrigue for fans with an appreciation for the history of the sport. Sept. 16 will be the first game between these two programs that have combined for 13 national championships, but Ohio State’s history is replete with encounters against service academies or football squads representing military institutions. The Buckeyes have played military programs on 16 different occasions, posting a 12-4 record all-time. The table details the outcomes of all these encounters in the program’s entire history. Ohio State’s All-Time Record Against Football Programs from the Armed Services Season Opponent Site Result 1894 at Columbus Barracks…
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