🏟️🌰 THE SHOE IS GETTING AN UPGRADE! Ohio Stadium is rolling into the 2026 season with a brand-new playing surface featuring Shaw Sports Turf’s Forge Series™ — designed to meet NFL standards. And the upgrades don’t stop at the field. New premium seating, field-level suites, AI-powered Wi-Fi and expanded Express Entry are all part of the next chapter at The Shoe. The Buckeyes will debut the new turf September 5 against Ball State at 12:30 PM ET on BTN. New turf. New features.