CLEVELAND — Ohio Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel , whose political career began only months ago , announced Friday on social media that he will not run for governor in 2026.

Tressel, who became current Gov. Mike DeWine's second-in-command in February, said he made the decision after "considerable thought and prayer."

"I believe that our crucial opportunities in the areas of education and workforce deserve my full attention for the remainder of our term," Tressel wrote. "My goal is to help finish the amazing work started by the DeWine-Husted Administration. Ohio is winning and it must continue!"

Among the "crucial opportunities" Tressel is focusing on is his Team Tressel Fitness Challenge as he works alongside one of his former Ohio State players, Ted Ginn Jr. Tressel says the challenge is s

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