Ohio State wide receiver Brandon Inniss has been named the recipient of the program's prestigious Block O honor for the 2026 season.
Brandon Inniss, one of the Buckeyes' two returning captains, will wear No. 0 this season.
The announcement was made on August 22 following the end of preseason training camp.
Coach Ryan Day described Inniss as the "right choice" in a statement released by the school. "It is an honor that represents much more than what a player does on the field," Day said. "It represents toughness, accountability, and character, and Brandon has earned the respect of everyone in our building through the way he works, prepares and serves his teammates."
Inniss started in the slot as a junior last season, finishing with 36 receptions for 271 yards and three touchdowns, and also returned punts.
The Block O tradition began in 2020 in recognition of Bill Willis, a defensive end who was a two-time All-American at Ohio State in 1943 and 1944 and later became a pioneer in the NFL as the league's first Black starter.
Defensive end Jonathon Cooper was the first to receive the Block O honor, followed by offensive lineman Thayer Munford in 2021 and wide receivers Kamryn Babb and Xavier Johnson in 2022 and 2023.
The Buckeyes have not had an offensive player receive the honor since 2023, when linebacker Cody Simon and linebacker Sonny Styles were named Block O winners.
The Block O honor represents more than just a player's on-field accomplishments. It's a symbol of leadership, toughness, and character.
The honor is a testament to the values that Ohio State football prides itself on. It's a reminder that being a Buckeye is about more than just winning games – it's about being a leader, a teammate, and a representative of the university.
With Inniss wearing the No. 0 jersey this season, the spotlight will be on him to demonstrate the qualities that Coach Day and the Buckeyes value so highly.
Source: Yahoo Sports
