Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning

In this instant reaction episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr share their initial thoughts following Ohio State's 31-14 win at Iowa. They begin by discussing Jeremiah Smith and how routine the amazing has become. They talk running game and ask if the run defense has been fixed. They answer viewer questions throughout the show as well.

As part of the Buckeye Insiders' live postgame, Juck Miletti shared his three key takeaways from Ohio State's 31-14 win at Iowa.

The Ohio State Buckeyes went into Kinnick Stadium and accomplished something no visiting team had done in over a decade: score 30 points against Kirk Ferentz and the Hawkeyes. Ryan Day's Bucks used another 200-yard receiving day from Jeremiah Smith, a consistent and grinding rushing attack, and a dominant second-half defensive performance to cruise to a 31-14 victory in Iowa City. In this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, Juck Miletti of BuckeyeInsiders.com and the Juck On Bucks Podcast, joins host Tom Orr to discuss three key takeaways from the game, and what they could mean moving forward.Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, seafood & sushi, impeccable service, live entertainment, and an attention to detail that is simply unmatched. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

Buckeye Insiders' Tom Orr, Juck Miletti, and Tony Gerdeman are in Kinnick Stadium to preview Saturday's ranked matchup between Iowa and Ohio State. What must the Buckeyes do to win the game? Can they run the ball on Iowa? Is that even necessary? The fellas discuss it all and share their score predictions as well.

The team from BuckeyeInsiders.com is LIVE on the ground in Iowa, and just got done talking to Ohio State head coach Ryan Day at the Buckeyes' team arrival.Now, they'll answer your questions and break down everything you need to know about Saturday's top-15 showdown between Julian Sayin, Jeremiah Smith, and the Bucks, and Hank Brown, Kamari Moulton, and the Hawks.

The No. 5 Ohio State Buckeyes have arrived in Iowa City in advance of their showdown with the No. 14 Iowa Hawkeyes. Join the team from BuckeyeInsiders.com LIVE from Ohio State's team hotel to preview the game and get your first look at the team on the ground in Iowa.Join Tony Gerdeman, Juck Miletti, and Tom Orr of Buckeye Insiders for all of that. Plus, you'll get a front-row seat to a live interview with Ohio State head coach Ryan Day.

This year's Ohio State men's basketball team is an interesting mix of returning standouts like John Mobley and Amare Bynum, a 5-star true freshman in Anthony Thompson, some veteran portal additions like Justin Pippen, and a whole lot more. But one of the most intriguing new faces is LJ Smith, who was also ranked as a 5-star recruit by some sources, and who enrolled a year early at Ohio State. So how much can he impact this year's team during what should have been his senior season of high school?In this special bonus episode, you'll hear Ohio State men's basketball coach Jake Diebler address that and much more, including their outdoor opening exhibition game next week against Cincinnati.

The Ohio State men's basketball team is getting set to tip off its season next Wednesday in an outdoor matinee against the in-state Cincinnati Bearcats. The team from BuckeyeInsiders.com will be there to cover that game, but before then, it's time for a bonus episode to let you hear a little bit from OSU men's basketball coach Jake Diebler.Diebler met with the media on Wednesday this week to preview the upcoming season, discuss some of the new faces on this year's team, and more. 

Justin Whitlatch is the newest member of the Scheme Insiders at BuckeyeInsiders.com. His speciality is offense, and the offensive line in particular. This week, the video of his breakdown of the Ohio State offense's performance against Illinois is exclusive to members at BuckeyeInsiders.com, but you can listen to the full episode here on the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast feel.If you want to watch the video and join the conversation, you can find it on the Insiders Board at BuckeyeInsiders.com: https://buckeyeinsiders.com/community/threads/scheme-insiders-justin-whitlatch-offense-recap-vs-illinois.668/

Wednesday evening after Ohio State football practice, we got a chance to talk to offensive coordinator Arthur Smith for the first time since fall camp, and there were a lot of interesting questions to ask. In this special bonus episode, you'll hear directly from Smith about topics including: whether they ramped up their plans to get the ball to Jeremiah Smith when they saw how Illinois was defending them, how he has seen the run game continue to grow and evolve this season, and where Julian Sayin has made significant strides already this year.

In this special bonus episode, you'll hear directly from Ohio State head coach Ryan Day during his interview session following Wednesday evening's practice in the lead-up to the Buckeyes' road game at Iowa. Day answered questions about Julian Sayin's execution of quarterback sneaks, how Jeremiah Smith handles opposing teams throwing multiple defenders at him on most snaps, what he remembers from the Buckeyes' previous trip to Iowa City in 2017, and much more. 

The Ohio State Men's Basketball team held its annual Media Day on Wednesday inside the Schottenstein Center, and there was a lot to learn about the third year of Jake Diebler's program.In this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, Marcus Hartman, the basketball insider from BuckeyeInsiders.com, joins host Tom Orr to discuss five things they learned, including: Their focus on getting bigger this season and how it could play out on the courtHow increased roster depth could allow them to full-court press a lot more this seasonThe Justin Pippen vs. John Mobley offseason battles that could pay off this yearWhy they dialed up the difficulty of the non-conference schedule this seasonWhy there's so much excitement for next week's exhibition opener against Cincinnati

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz has seen it all since taking over in Iowa City in 1999. Now the dean of Big Ten football coaches, Ferentz has his Hawkeyes back in the top-15 of the national polls, following a dramatic last-second victory over the Michigan Wolverines. In this special bonus episode, you'll hear directly from Ferentz about that win, the difficulties ahead from facing Ohio State, and what they're doing to try to get ready for the unique challenge posed by the Buckeyes' star wide receiver Jeremiah Smith.

BuckeyeInsiders.com Scheme Insiders Ross Fulton breaks down the Ohio State defense and where they struggled against the run in a 41-19 win. In this episode of Ross Fulton Analysis, Ross examines the film to see how the Buckeyes' defense performed, evaluating run fits and assignments that challenged the players throughout the game.By reviewing the tape, you will gain a better understanding of the defensive adjustments needed as the team prepares for this weekend's matchup against Iowa. Ross also highlights the development of the younger players on the roster and discusses how the coaching staff is managing personnel rotations. Whether you are looking for a detailed breakdown of the defensive scheme or insights on how Ohio State is evolving on that side of the ball, this episode provides a clear look at where the team stands. Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, seafood & sushi, impeccable service, live entertainment, and an attention to detail that is simply unmatched. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

The No. 5 Ohio State Buckeyes will travel to Iowa City this weekend to take on the No. 14 Iowa Hawkeyes. Any trip to Kinnick Stadium can be dicey, especially for a top-15 team. In fact, the Hawkeyes are have won four of their last nine home games against top-15 opponents, and even many of their losses have come down to the final minute and a single possession. So what makes Kinnick Stadium such a tough place to play, and why is Kirk Ferentz's team so successful at dragging visitors into low-scoring slugfests?In this special bonus episode, you'll hear Ohio State head coach answer that and much more, including an update on talented true freshman DE Khary Wilder's role, Day's biggest concerns on defense, and more. 

Ohio State QB Julian Sayin was a Heisman Trophy Finalist as a first-time starter and redshirt freshman in 2025. Now, in 2026, Sayin has shown noticeable signs of progress in a number of areas, most notably in his willingness and ability to run the football when needed.In this special bonus episode, you'll hear directly from Ohio State head coach Ryan Day, and his thoughts on Sayin's season, his progress, and the passing game on the whole.

With a top-15 showdown on deck in Iowa City this Saturday, it's time for a few bonus episodes to let you hear directly from Ohio State head coach Ryan Day with some of his thoughts on the play of the Buckeyes' offense. Day has been challenging his team over the past month - challenging the offensive line to get more push, and the running backs to run harder - angry, even. So is he seeing that on the field?In this special bonus episode, you'll hear directly Day about that, the status of talented true freshman Legend Bey, and much more.

Through four games, new Ohio State offensive coordinator Arthur Smith has begun to evolve and develop the Buckeyes' attack, finding new ways to get the ball to superstar WR Jeremiah Smith, to put the Ohio State running backs in positions to succeed, and to make the most of QB Julian Sayin's strengths. In this episode of Ross Fulton Analysis, Ross breaks down nine plays from Ohio State's 42-19 win over Illinois that illustrate how Arthur Smith continues to broaden and strengthen the Buckeyes' offense.Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, seafood & sushi, impeccable service, live entertainment, and an attention to detail that is simply unmatched. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

We don't normally do a show with postgame clips from Ohio State's next opponent, but when that opponent stuns Michigan on the final play of the day in Ann Arbor, we understand that Buckeyes fans might be a little more interested than usual. In this special bonus episode, you'll hear from Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz in the wake of his team's 20-19 shocker over the Wolverines, including his thoughts on the play of QB Hank Brown, WR Reece Vander Zee, that final play on the whole, and much more.

There were a lot of interesting things to discuss following Ohio State's 42-19 win over Illinois on Saturday inside Ohio Stadium. Ohio State head coach Ryan Day shared his thoughts on a number of topics, including the day that Matt Patricia's defense had, Jeremiah Smith's 12-catch, 217-yard, 4-touchdown performance, and what a difference a little running from QB Julian Sayin can make.In this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, you'll hear directly from Day about that and more.Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, seafood & sushi, impeccable service, live entertainment, and an attention to detail that is simply unmatched. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

The Ohio State Buckeyes improved to 3-1 in the 2026 college football season with a 41-19 win over Bret Bielema and the Illinois Fighting Illini on Saturday inside Ohio Stadium. There were some positive takeaways from the game, including the play of star WR Jeremiah Smith, who finished with 12 receptions for 217 yards and 4 touchdowns. However, there were also some concerning signs, including the Buckeyes' running backs continuing to struggle to break off long runs and the defense failing to generate a single three-and-out all day. Tony Gerdeman of BuckeyeInsiders.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss three key takeaways from the game. Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, seafood & sushi, impeccable service, live entertainment, and an attention to detail that is simply unmatched. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

Ohio State opened Big Ten play with a 42-19 win over Illinois, and Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr are live with their instant reaction on the Buckeye Weekly Podcast.Jeremiah Smith put together another ridiculous performance, finishing with 12 catches for 217 yards and four touchdowns, while Julian Sayin showed something Buckeye fans have been waiting to see: a willingness to use his legs. Sayin repeatedly extended plays and picked up key first downs as a runner, adding another dimension to the Ohio State offense.  But the Buckeyes didn't leave this game without some concerns. Illinois rushed for 199 yards and consistently generated explosive plays against an Ohio State defense that struggled to control the line of scrimmage. Tony and Tom discuss the defensive line, linebacker rotation, Khary Wilder, Riley Pettijohn, the lack of a consistent pass rush, and whether Ohio State's run defense has officially become a concern.They also break down Ohio State's running game, the offensive line without Phillip Daniels, the continued development of the Buckeyes' young players, and what this performance means heading into a road trip to Iowa.0:00 — Instant reaction to Ohio State's 42-19 win1:38 — Jeremiah Smith's monster four-touchdown performance5:00 — Should Ohio State just keep feeding Jeremiah Smith?7:30 — Where were the other Buckeye receivers?10:00 — What Ohio State's rotations tell us about who the coaches trust12:26 — Khary Wilder, Riley Pettijohn and the young Buckeye defenders16:00 — Illinois exposes problems with Ohio State's run defense20:00 — Is the defensive line Ohio State's biggest concern?24:00 — Where is the Buckeyes' pass rush?28:00 — Breaking down Ohio State's offensive line30:00 — Is the running-game problem the backs or the offensive line?32:23 — Bret Bielema on trying to defend Jeremiah Smith34:46 — Bielema on Julian Sayin using his legs35:34 — Has Ohio State solved its short-yardage problem?38:00 — Every contender in college football has flaws44:00 — Why Ohio State fans shouldn't overlook a comfortable Big Ten win47:00 — The biggest concern with this Buckeye team right now52:00 — Why the defensive line could determine Ohio State's ceiling56:00 — Why isn't Legend Bey playing more?59:00 — Ohio State goes 4-for-4 in the red zone1:00:11 — Tony vs. Tom: Who came closer on the final score?1:01:30 — Looking at Illinois and the rest of its schedule1:04:07 — What we'll be breaking down this week at Buckeye InsidersOhio State has plenty to clean up, particularly defensively, but the Buckeyes also left this one with encouraging developments from Sayin and yet another reminder that Jeremiah Smith can take over a football game almost by himself.Be sure to LIKE the video, SUBSCRIBE to Buckeye Insiders and hit the notification bell for more Ohio State football coverage.

Juck Miletti checks in from Ohio Stadium with his initial reaction following Ohio State's 42-19 win over Illinois to open Big Ten play.Julian Sayin showed a new element to his game with his legs, Jeremiah Smith delivered a monster four-touchdown performance, and the Buckeyes were dramatically better on third down and in the red zone. But there were still some concerns, most notably an Ohio State defense that surrendered far too many explosive plays.Juck breaks down what stood out from Sayin, Smith, the young linebackers, Nate Roberts and the tight ends, Ohio State's offensive line combinations, the running game, special teams and more. He also hands out his Buckeye helmet stickers and looks ahead to next week's road test at Iowa.0:00 — Opening thoughts on Ohio State's 42-19 win0:36 — Julian Sayin finally shows the X-factor with his legs1:34 — How much does Sayin's scrambling change the offense?2:30 — Jeremiah Smith takes over the game3:43 — Can Ohio State just keep feeding Jeremiah Smith?5:20 — Concern over Illinois' explosive plays against the defense9:01 — Ohio State's huge improvement on third and fourth down10:25 — Perfect day in the red zone10:55 — Matt Patricia shows more defensive aggression12:58 — Riley Pettijohn's growing role at linebacker14:00 — Nate Roberts stands out at tight end15:25 — What is Ohio State doing with the tight end rotation?16:35 — Brock Boyd flashes when given an opportunity17:12 — Did Bo Jackson answer Ryan Day's challenge?19:32 — Ja'Kobi Jackson continues to make the most of his carries20:00 — Gabe VanSickle and the offensive line combination21:22 — How Julian Sayin handled pressure22:22 — Why Ohio State's special teams remain frustrating24:35 — Buckeye helmet stickers: Jeremiah Smith, Nate Roberts and Jaylen McClain25:30 — Payton Pierce on Ohio State's defensive breakdowns28:27 — Juck's thoughts on Payton Pierce29:20 — The passing game is carrying the Buckeyes right now30:15 — Ohio State's youth movement is coming32:21 — Final thoughts and looking ahead to IowaOhio State improved to 4-0 with the victory, but Juck sees a team that is still developing week by week — with plenty of encouraging signs and a few issues that need to be cleaned up before the schedule gets tougher.  SUBSCRIBE to Buckeye Insiders for complete Ohio State football coverage, postgame analysis, recruiting news, podcasts, practice reports and more.

It is gameday as Ohio State kicks off Big Ten play by hosting 2-1 Illinois. The Buckeye Insiders' team of Juck Miletti, Tom Orr, and Tony Gerdeman preview the game and share their picks for what's about to happen. Where do the Illini have issues? Where can the Buckeyes take advantage? Will the Ohio State running game respond? All of this is covered and much more.

James Laurinaitis has done a lot as an Ohio State football player and coach, but he will get to do something new on Saturday before the Buckeyes take on Illinois: ring the Victory Bell.Laurinaitis is being honored as the pregame bell-ringer on Saturday in honor of his induction into the College Football Hall of Fame.As soon as he's done ringing the bell, he'll have to hustle back down to the sidelines to coach the linebackers. In this special bonus episode, you'll hear directly from Ohio State head coach Ryan Day about Laurinaitis, how he ended up back as a coach on the OSU staff, and the honor ahead.Plus, updates on the offense, defense, and more.

Ohio State defensive coordinator Matt Patricia always has some interesting insights during interview sessions, and this week was no exception. In this special bonus episode, you'll get to hear directly from Patricia with an update on the Ohio State defense as they sit one-quarter of the way through the 2026 college football regular season. Patricia discusses the emergence of young standout Jay Timmons, veteran DT Jason Moore, what they're doing to generate more pressure on opposing quarterbacks, and more.

In this special bonus episode, Ross Fulton and Justin Whitlatch, two of the Scheme Insiders at BuckeyeInsiders.com join host Tom Orr to break down four big questions about the Ohio State offense. How big are the issues in short yardage right now, and what's causing them?Should the Buckeyes be using more 10 personnel (1 running back, no tight ends, 4 wide receivers)? How is Julian Sayin playing? Has he taken a big step forward since last season? And what issues is he still having?What position group is the biggest potential issue for this year's Ohio State team, and how likely is it that they will be able to get that fixed during the season?If you enjoy this conversation, you would love BuckeyeInsiders.com. Our team of Scheme Insiders is there to answer your questions every day, all with the goal of making you a smarter football fan. Sign up today: https://app.buckeyeinsiders.com/subscribe

Through three games of the 2026 Ohio State football season, defensive coordinator Matt Patricia has shown an interesting mix of pressures and coverages, trying to maximize what the Buckeyes' defense can do this year.In this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, Michael Pettit, one of the Scheme Insiders from BuckeyeInsiders.com, joins host Tom Orr to break down some of the concepts that Patricia leaned on during the Buckeyes' 59-3 win over Kent State. Topics include: Fire zone2-Roll CreeperCover 1 Blitz3-High Tampa3-High Cover 3Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, seafood & sushi, impeccable service, live entertainment, and an attention to detail that is simply unmatched. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

In this special bonus episode, you'll hear directly from Ohio State head coach Ryan Day, and some of the most interesting things he had to say during his weekly Tuesday press conference about the offense. Day discussed what qualities he looks for when recruiting and evaluating quarterbacks, where he thinks Julian Sayin is in his personal growth at the moment, the issues he sees in the running game and how they'll need to be fixed, where the various combinations of offensive line lineups stack up, and more. 

The Ohio State 2026 football regular season is already 25% over, which seems like a good time to check in to see where things stand and where the Buckeyes still need to take big steps forward in order to reach their goals. In this special bonus episode, you'll hear directly from Ohio State head coach Ryan Day during his Tuesday afternoon press conference about that, this weekend's matchup with Illinois, the Illibuck Trophy, and more. 

This is a bonus episode, featuring answers from Ohio State head coach Ryan Day during his Tuesday afternoon press conference previewing this weekend's game against Illinois. This episode focuses on the defense, including the performance of DT Eddrick Houston, the emergence of Nickel Jay Timmons, the surprising impact of DT Jason Moore, and which players Day feels they should build their 2026 defense around. If you enjoy this episode, please consider joining BuckeyeInsiders.com as a member. It's the best way to support the work that we do.

The Ohio State defense has been solid for the most part through three games in 2026, but there are definitely still areas for improvement. In this episode of Ross Fulton Analysis, Ross takes a look at four players on Matt Patricia's defense who need to play bigger roles for the rest of the season. It starts up front with DT Jason Moore, one of the most pleasant surprises on this year's Ohio State football team. Then, the conversation covers transfer LB Christian Alliegro, sophomore LB Riley Pettijohn, and CB Jay Timmons. Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, seafood & sushi, impeccable service, live entertainment, and an attention to detail that is simply unmatched. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

A lot of the immediate reaction to the performance of Ohio State's offense against Kent State was wrong. That's one of the things Ross Fulton, one of the Scheme Insiders at BuckeyeInsiders.com, took away after breaking down the film following the game.In this episode of Ross Fulton Analysis, he discusses the Buckeyes' use of quick-game, the Bison package, and what is (and isn't) working for Arthur Smith's offense in short-yardage situations.Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, seafood & sushi, impeccable service, live entertainment, and an attention to detail that is simply unmatched. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

Basketball season is right around the corner, and BuckeyeInsiders.com basketball insider Marcus Hartman was just at OSU women's basketball practice this week to get the latest on Kevin McGuff's new team. Marcus joins host Tom Orr in this special bonus episode to discuss:The role Ohio State football coach Ryan Day played in the recruitment of freshman Sydney MobleyThe challenge of replacing the departed Chance Gray, and how they went about doing itWhy McGuff decided to go with such a challenging non-conference schedule this season

The Ohio State men's basketball team tipped off its fall practice schedule this week, and BuckeyeInsiders.com basketball insider Marcus Hartman was there to watch, and talk to OSU head coach Jake Diebler about some notable new faces that could make a big impact this season. In this special bonus episode, Marcus joins host Tom Orr to discuss three key takeaways, including:The development of 5-star true freshman Anthony Thompson, and the role he could play on this year's team.Forward Josh Ojianwuna finally being fully cleared for action after missing all of last season with a knee injury, and the impact he could have in the paint.The arrival of Argentinian national team member Lee Aaliya this summer, and what to expect from him this season. If you enjoy this episode, make sure you check out BuckeyeInsiders.com for even more on the Ohio State men's and women's basketball teams. 

The Illinois Fighting Illini are nearly four-touchdown underdogs this weekend when they visit Columbus to take on the Ohio State Buckeyes. According to a recent story by The Athletic, the Illini are a big underdog on the balance sheet as well, with their roster estimated to be making about half of what Ryan Day's team is this season. So what does always-outspoken Illinois head coach Bret Bielema think about that? In this special bonus episode, you'll hear directly from Bielema about that and much more.

Illinois head coach Bret Bielema is always opinionated, and always a fascinating person to hear discuss almost any issues in college football. This week, at his weekly press conference, he shared his thoughts on the new Big Ten injury reporting protocols, the value of having a quarterback who has already been to Ohio Stadium as a visitor, his offensive coordinator's plan to add some "sizzle" this week, and much more. Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, seafood & sushi, impeccable service, live entertainment, and an attention to detail that is simply unmatched. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

Ohio State's game against Kent State didn't feature much drama, but it did hold the promise of giving Buckeye fans a look at some of the program's young talents, and what they could bring to Ryan Day's team either this season or in the future. But RB Legend Bey only got one carry in the game, and DE Khary Wilder barely played in the first half and finished with just 11 snaps. So why didn't the two young standouts get more playing time? The answer was different for each of them.In this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, you'll hear the answer to both of those questions, and much more, directly from OSU head coach Ryan Day.Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, seafood & sushi, impeccable service, live entertainment, and an attention to detail that is simply unmatched. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

The Ohio State Buckeyes crushed in-state Kent State, 59-3, Saturday afternoon inside Ohio Stadium. After the game, Tony Gerdeman of BuckeyeInsiders.com joined host Tom Orr to discuss three key takeaways from the game, including:While there were improvements, there are still questions about the Buckeyes' running gameOhio State is still waiting for a second receiving threat to develop behind Jeremiah SmithThe Buckeyes still haven't generated consistent pressure with the pass rush, and need to find a solution thereToday's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, seafood & sushi, impeccable service, live entertainment, and an attention to detail that is simply unmatched. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

Following Ohio State's 59-3 win over Kent State, BuckeyeInsiders.com's Juck Miletti shared his first thoughts on the Buckeye win. The good, the bad, the worse, and more.

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman give their instant reactions following Ohio State's 59-3 win over Kent State. The running game is discussed, as is the lack of pass rush. Jeremiah Smith's record-setting day kicks off the show, and the fellas discuss everything they saw on the afternoon.

It's gameday from Ohio Stadium as the Buckeyes host the Kent State Golden Flashes. BuckeyeInsiders.com's Tom Orr, Juck Miletti, and Tony Gerdeman preview the game from the Ohio State press box. They talk about what they expect to see, what it will mean, and why most of what they see won't mean much. Which young players will stand out? Which veterans need to emerge? Who will be quarterback No. 2? Which top recruits are in attendance today? The Buckeye Insiders crew talks about all of this and much more.

The Ohio State men's basketbal team released its full 2026-27 Big Ten schedule, and Jake Diebler's squad is going to face a brutal slate of road games. Marcus Hartman, the basketball insider from BuckeyeInsiders.com, joins host Tom Orr to break down this season's schedule, and how it could factor into the Buckeyes' NCAA Tournament resume.

Jake Diebler and the Ohio State basketball program just landed a commitment from top-50 2027 forward Deng Ngor on Thursday. Marcus Hartman, the basketball insider at BuckeyeInsiders.com, joins host Tom Orr to discuss the impact of Ngor's commitment, as well as another player who could join Ohio State's 2027 recruiting class soon. 

Ohio State's defense probably wasn't quite as good as the scoreboard looked through the first three quarters against the Texas Longhorns, and probably wasn't quite as bad as the 21 points allowed in the fourth quarter would have suggested, either.So what went right for Matt Patricia's defense, before a whole lot went wrong late?In this episode of Ross Fulton Analysis, Ross breaks down six plays that span the good, the bad, and the ugly for the Buckeye defense, and shares some thoughts on changes he'd like to see to both scheme and personnel. Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, seafood & sushi, impeccable service, live entertainment, and an attention to detail that is simply unmatched. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

Ohio State's 24-23 loss at Texas inspired a whole lot of questions about all three phases of the game, including offense, defense, and special teams.In this special bonus episode, you'll get a chance to hear from OSU head coach Ryan Day about the last two of those. Did the Buckeyes sit back too much and let Texas QB Arch Manning pick them apart? Should different players be playing more on defense? And should they expect more out of the punt game?

Any time Ohio State loses a football game, there are lots of questions about what went wrong. As the song "I Want To Go Back To Ohio State" promises, "We'll win the game or know the reason why."So what went wrong for the Buckeye offense in Austin that caused a 20-point first half to turn into a 3-point second half?In this special bonus episode, you'll hear OSU head coach Ryan Day discuss what he saw from the offense, where they need to improve, and what it will all mean moving forward.

There was a whole lot to talk about in the days following Ohio State's 24-23 loss at Texas, and Ryan Day's mid-week press conference featured some fascinating questions and answers. In this bonus show, you'll get a chance to hear some of them, centering on coaching, strategy, where the team is right now, and what they need to do to bounce back. 

The Ohio State defense held Arch Manning and the Texas Longhorns' offense in check for three quarters before surrendering 21 points in the final 15 minutes in a stunning 24-23 loss. So what worked for Matt Patricia and the Buckeye defense, and then, what stopped working in the crucial final quarter?Were there early signs of trouble? Michael Pettit, one of the scheme insiders from BuckeyeInsiders.com, joins host Tom Orr to discuss it all.Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, seafood & sushi, impeccable service, live entertainment, and an attention to detail that is simply unmatched. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today. 

In the wake of Ohio State's 24-23 loss to Texas, Buckeye football fans have rightfully had some questions about exactly what went wrong and what OSU head coach Ryan Day and his staff are planning to do about it. Tuesday, Day held his weekly press conference and answered a number of questions that Buckeye fans have been asking, including:When will young players like DE Khary Wilder, RB Legend Bey, LB Riley Pettijohn, and others start playing a bigger role?Does he regret the decision not to let Texas score to preserve more time for the offense at the end of the game?How different will the team look later in the season?In this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, Marcus Hartman of BuckeyeInsiders.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss that and more.Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, seafood & sushi, impeccable service, live entertainment, and an attention to detail that is simply unmatched. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

The Ohio State Buckeyes outgained Texas by more than 1.5 yards per play on Saturday night in Austin, but only scored touchdowns on two of five red zone trips, in a 24-23 loss to the Longhorns. So what went right, and what went wrong for the Buckeyes on offense during the game? In this super-sized episode of Ross Fulton Analysis, Ross breaks down 11 plays that illustrate the good, the bad, and the ugly of the Buckeyes' performance in DKR. Want to get an early look at the video of this episode? Join BuckeyeInsiders.com and join us on the Insiders Board: https://buckeyeinsiders.com/community/forums/the-insiders-board.5/The plays, in order:Crack tossOutside zone boot weak flood11P inside zone RPOOpen 10P switch wheel route v. 3-hi Tampa 11P Open Bunch sail concept v C5 (2 deep, man under)11P Tight bunch UC Duo v. C23 verts v. Triple A Gap 2-Roll FZSplit zone seam RPOUnder Center Outside Zone v. odd front.H-out v. C5Vertical sit routes v. C1Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, seafood & sushi, impeccable service, live entertainment, and an attention to detail that is simply unmatched. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.