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Analysis: Coach Tressel for governor? Lots of Buckeye fans would call it a touchdown
The former Ohio State football coach has passed on running for office in the past. Could he make a run for Ohio governor in 2026?
Former Ohio State head coach Jim Tressel takes high-ranking position in Ohio state government
For years, Ohio State head coach Jim Tressel's nickname was The Senator, coined by ESPN's Chris Fowler for the coach's conservative approach to his dress, his public appearances, and to fourth downs. Turns out, Fowler was just a little bit off the mark. The Senator is now the Lieutenant Governor.
Jim Tressel, DeWine's pick for Lt. governor, has been a 'champion' of LifeWise
Former OSU football coach Jim Tressel has been a "champion" of LifeWise, the founder of the Bible-teaching program previously told The Dispatch.
Former Buckeyes Football Coach Jim Tressel Nominated as Ohio's Lieutenant Governor
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine is nominating former Ohio State Buckeyes football coach Jim Tressel as the state's next lieutenant governor
Former Ohio State head coach Jim Tressel to be next Lieutenant Governor of Ohio
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has filled the Lieutenant Governor position vacated by Jon Husted with former Ohio State head coach Jim Tressel.
'Born leader': Ohio governor nominates former legendary college football coach as lieutenant governor
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has nominated former Ohio State football coach Jim Tressel to serve as the state's lieutenant governor replacing Jon Husted who moved to the U.S. Senate.
Ex-Ohio State coach Jim Tressel joins a long list of sports figures who've moved into politics
College Football Hall of Fame coach Jim Tressel, who won the 2002 national title at Ohio State University, has been nominated to be the state’s next lieutenant governor, joining a long list of sports figures who’ve moved into politics.
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At swearing-in ceremony, Tressel said he’s ‘totally humbled and excited’
In a whirlwind week for Jim Tressel that started with the announcement he would be nominated as Ohio’s lieutenant governor ...
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Who is Jim Tressel? What to know about DeWine's pick for Ohio Lt. Gov.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has nominated Jim Tressel to be his new lieutenant governor. DeWine announced Monday he has nominated the former Ohio State and Youngstown State football coach to replace ...