1987 Ohio State Buckeyes football team

The 1987 Ohio State Buckeyes football team represented the Ohio State University in the college football season of 1987–1988. The Buckeyes compiled a 6–4–1 record.

Coaching staff

 * Earle Bruce - Head Coach (9th year)
 * Gary Blackney - Defensive Coordinator (4th year)
 * Bill Conley - Offense (4th year)
 * Steve Devine - Offensive Line (5th year)
 * Randy Hart - Defensive Line (6th year)
 * Chuck Heater - Defensive Backs (3rd year)
 * Larry Kirksey - (1st year)
 * Tom Lichtenberg - Quarterbacks/Receivers (2nd year)
 * Urban Meyer - Wide Receivers (2nd year)
 * Bob Palcic - Offensive Line (2nd year)
 * Fred Pagac - Defensive Linebackers (6th year)
 * Lenny Willis - (3rd year)

Michigan
Earle Bruce's final game as Ohio State head coach.