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Ohio State wore these alternate Nike uniforms during last year's National Championship, and again during the 2015 season.

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COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio State announced on Wednesday a new $252 million deal with Nike, extending an already existing contract by 15 years.

The Buckeyes and the apparel company are going to be linked for awhile.

That means Ohio State and Nike will continue to work together on alternate uniforms, like the black ones the Buckeyes wore this season against Penn State, among other things that will impact all of Ohio State's athletic teams.

* Quick Fact sheet on Ohio State's new contract with Nike

The deal includes $215 million in cash and product, according to Ohio State.

Cleveland.com obtained the full contract between Ohio State and Nike, which you can read below.

* First part of Ohio State's new deal with Nike

* Second part of Ohio State's new deal with Nike

* Third part of Ohio State's new deal with Nike