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Former Alabama national championship quarterback Jake Coker joins Mick Gillespie to break down one of the biggest games of the college football weekend: No. 7 Alabama vs. No. 16 Mississippi State in Starkville — a matchup featuring two of the fastest-rising quarterbacks in the country and major implications for the 2026 Heisman Trophy race. Can Keelon Russell keep Alabama's undefeated start rolling, or will Mississippi State star Kamario Taylor deliver another statement performance in front of the cowbells at Davis Wade Stadium? Coker explains why Alabama-Mississippi State has the potential to become a defining Heisman moment, comparing the spotlight surrounding Russell and Taylor to Alabama's famous 2015 showdown with LSU, when Derrick Henry's dominant performance against Leonard Fournette dramatically changed the national award conversation. The guys also break down Russell's rapid development in Ryan Grubb's Alabama offense after the Crimson Tide quarterback erupted against South Carolina for 365 passing yards and four touchdowns. Coker dives into what separates Russell inside the pocket, including his anticipation, ball placement, protection checks and ability to process defensive pressure — traits that remind Coker of former Alabama stars Tua Tagovailoa and Bryce Young. On the other side, the biggest challenge for Kane Wommack's Alabama defense may be containing the explosive Kamario Taylor. Coker discusses Alabama linebackers Luke Metz and Caleb Woodson, the challenge of defending a quarterback with Taylor's size and athleticism, and why disguised pressures and simulated blitzes can be especially difficult for young quarterbacks. Plus, Coker breaks down: • Why Mississippi State could be a dangerous “trap” environment for Alabama • The latest Heisman conversation surrounding Jeremiah Smith, Darian Mensah, Kamario Taylor and Keelon Russell • Why Russell's pocket presence stands out • Josh Ford's emergence as a blocker and receiving threat • Ryan Coleman-Williams' ability to create game-changing plays • Ryan Grubb's play-calling and Russell's growth in Year 2 of the system • How elite defensive coordinators disguise pressure against young quarterbacks • Why Coker believes Alabama has the pieces to compete for a national championship If you're an Alabama football, Mississippi State football, SEC football or college football fan, this is a conversation you don't want to miss.
The full squad is here for a late-September episode presented by FanDuel.. The conversation turns to Iowa football, reacting to the Hawkeyes' win at Michigan, with Drake criticizing Michigan's mental mistakes and penalties while crediting Iowa's toughness and ability to stay in tight games. They debate Michigan's outlook, win totals, and how early-season chaos affects teams, then discuss potential College GameDay guest pickers in Iowa City. After reacting to a controversial USC targeting clip, they preview Iowa vs. Ohio State, focusing on the challenge of defending Jeremiah Smith and the need for ball control, turnovers, and a close fourth quarter. The episode closes with “Wards Winners” picks and sponsor mentions. If you love the show and want to show support, tell your friends! And, check out our exclusive content at Patreon.com/washedupwalkons where you can find extra podcast episodes, exclusive merchandise, Merch discounts with every tier, private Walkon discord channel access, and more! Find us on social media @washedupwalkons Visit TheWashedUpWalkons.com for all of our episodes, merchandise, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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.
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.
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.
Iowa vs. Ohio State is one of the biggest games of the college football season, and Two Guys break down exactly what the Hawkeyes need to do to stay with the Buckeyes at Kinnick Stadium. Chris Williams and Chris Hassel dive into the massive Iowa-Ohio State matchup, including Jeremiah Smith, Ohio State's loaded roster, the talent gap between the two programs, Hank Brown, Iowa's offensive game plan, and why the Hawkeyes may need to be much more aggressive than they were against Michigan. They also discuss Iowa's College Football Playoff chances with a win or loss against Ohio State. Can Iowa stay in the game long enough for Kinnick Stadium and the Hawkeyes' special teams to make a difference? Then the guys turn to Iowa State vs. West Virginia and a critical matchup for the Cyclones. They break down West Virginia's run-heavy offense, Michael Hawkins Jr., Cam Cook, Iowa State's defensive struggles against Utah, Aiden Flora's importance, and why the Cyclones need to get their explosive playmaker more involved. They also discuss Iowa State's offensive identity, Jaylen Raynor, tempo, play-action, and whether the Cyclones need to open up the offense after last week's loss. Plus, Matt Campbell's controversial comments after Penn State's loss to Wisconsin, the pressure at Penn State, Jamie Pollard's future, the biggest Week 5 games, and the guys' weekly locks. Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Iowa vs. Ohio State is here, College GameDay is coming to Iowa City, and The Committee breaks down everything surrounding the biggest Hawkeye game of the season. Trent Condon and Andrew Downs preview Iowa-Ohio State, including Hank Brown's emergence, Jeremiah Smith, Iowa's red-zone offense and defense, the Hawkeyes' rushing attack, and what it will take to keep Ohio State from taking over. The guys also discuss Iowa's College Football Playoff outlook, whether a close loss to Ohio State could still help the Hawkeyes, the importance of Iowa showing it belongs on a national stage, and why Kinnick Stadium could play a major role. David Eickholt joins the show to break down Iowa's win at Michigan, Hank Brown's late-game performance, the Hawkeyes' defensive concerns, the running game, pass rush, and what Iowa needs to do against one of the most talented teams in college football. The Committee also dives into Iowa State vs. West Virginia, including Michael Hawkins Jr., Cam Cook, Iowa State's missed tackles against Utah, Aiden Flora, Jaylen Raynor, and why this is such an important game for Jimmy Rogers and the Cyclones. Plus, Brandon Olsen from Locked On Gators joins the show for a deep dive into Florida, John Summerall, the SEC, and the conference's national championship drought. The guys also debate the Big Ten vs. SEC, conference strength, the College Football Playoff, and whether the SEC still has the strongest league in college football. And finally, Trent and Andrew make their picks for some of the biggest Week 5 games. The Committee presented by Bud Light. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Iowa vs. Ohio State is here, College GameDay is coming to Kinnick Stadium, and Legends & Listeners breaks down everything surrounding the biggest Hawkeye game of the season. Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman look back at Iowa's incredible 20-19 win over Michigan, including Hank Brown's game-winning 91-yard drive, Reece Vander Zee's walk-off touchdown catch, the emergence of Iowa's passing game, and why the Hawkeyes may have finally found their quarterback. The guys break down what made the Michigan win so special, where it ranks in Iowa football history, and why it could become even more important depending on how the rest of Iowa's season unfolds. Then it's time for the Ohio State preview. Can Iowa slow down Jeremiah Smith and Julian Sayin? How aggressive does Kirk Ferentz need to be? Should the Hawkeyes try to shorten the game or attack Ohio State through the air? Chad and Scott discuss Iowa's running game, the secondary, pass rush, Kinnick Stadium, College GameDay, and what the Hawkeyes need to do to stay competitive against one of the most talented teams in college football. The guys also discuss Iowa's recent history against Ohio State, the 2017 upset, the importance of avoiding turnovers and big plays, and why this could be a very different game than the 2022 meeting. Plus, Chad and Scott run through the biggest Big Ten games of the week before making their Iowa-Ohio State predictions. Legends & Listeners presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Seth Woolcock and Scott Bogman are back with their best bets for a loaded College Football Week 5 slate, including Ohio State-Iowa, Virginia Tech-Pitt, BYU-TCU and several under-the-radar spots. The guys dig into the spreads and totals they’re targeting before Bogman turns to the player prop market, with plays involving Demond Williams, Alabama-Mississippi State and more. They finish with their Polymarket predictions for Penn State-Northwestern and Tennessee-Auburn before running through every bet on their Week 5 cards. Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Game Picks - 0:02:18 UMass vs. Eastern Michigan - 0:02:40 Virginia Tech vs. Pittsburgh - 0:06:19 Ohio State vs. Iowa - 0:09:09 Texas A&M vs. Arkansas - 0:14:09 Fresno State vs. Washington State - 0:16:42 BYU vs. TCU - 0:19:53 Georgia State vs. Old Dominion - 0:23:11 BettingPros Prop Bet Cheat Sheet - 0:25:29 Player Props - 0:25:49 Predictions of the Week - 0:32:28 Full Card Recap - 0:38:29 Outro - 0:39:31 Helpful Links: Polymarket - Polymarket is giving you a $50 bonus when you deposit just $10. Sign up right now with promo code FPPOD at https://app.polymarket.us/S8ac/FPPOD. 18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See http://polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization. Subscribe to BettingPros College Football on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@BettingProsCollegeFootball - Get year-round college football futures, weekly best bets, game previews and betting analysis from Seth Woolcock, Scott Bogman, and the BettingPros team. BettingPros App - Make winning bets with advice and picks from top sports betting experts. The BettingPros app puts consensus and expert-driven sports betting advice at your fingertips to help you pinpoint the best odds and make winning bets. Download it today on the App Store or Google Play. Check the Latest College Football Odds - https://www.bettingpros.com/ncaaf/odds/ - Compare current NCAAF lines and find the best available odds before placing your college football bets. Upgrade to BettingPros Premium - https://www.bettingpros.com/premium/ - Unlock premium picks, advanced betting tools, expert analysis and additional data to help you make more informed wagers. BettingPros Discord - Looking to up your game in sports betting? Join our exclusive sports betting Discord community at bettingpros.com/chat! Not only can you connect with expert handicappers who provide free picks for NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, player props, live betting, and more, but now you can also participate in our weekly community picks. Cast your vote, see how your picks stack up against the experts, and track your success! BettingPros Pick Tracker – Want to track all of your wagers in one place? Check out the BettingPros Pick Tracker. It syncs up with your sportsbooks to tally which picks hit, and which miss AND gives you a live look at what the public is doing so you can use real-time tracking to determine which plays to make, and which to fade: bettingpros.com/pick-trackingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rick Stroud can't stop repeating a line Jalon Daniels dropped in his first press conference as the Bucs' starting quarterback: "You can't be the thermometer, you have to be the thermostat" — set the temperature in the room instead of just reading it. It's a fitting mantra for a guy about to become the first rookie quarterback to start an NFL game this season (yes, ahead of the Raiders' Heisman winner), and the only backup Tampa Bay has turned to since 'Fitzmagic' in 2018. Rick is clear-eyed about the degree of difficulty: Evan Closky's blocking cut-ups from last week were "some of the worst tape I've seen," Daniels knows far less than Baker Mayfield about getting out of bad plays, and Green Bay will blitz him mercilessly the way Minnesota did. But the Packers are deeply flawed too — patched together on the offensive line, unable to stop the run, playing in front of a fan base that's reportedly booing at Lambeau — and Rick and Steve talk through how Todd Bowles might manage Daniels' workload if the game gets away from them, plus the gut-punch injury report (six players missed Wednesday practice, including Rueben Bain Jr., Yaya Diaby, and Chris Godwin) that makes the 0-3 start look even worse in hindsight.From there, three mailbag questions: what the Bucs should do with the number one overall pick if the season ended today (take a quarterback, grab Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith, or trade down for a haul), how to separate rooting for people at One Buc Place from grading Todd Bowles' performance, and whether anything short of winning can fix the "away game atmosphere" at Raymond James Stadium. Rick also vents about MLB's wild-card seeding dropping the Rays into Yankee Stadium's short porch for the ALDS, previews Drew Rasmussen's Game 1 start, and the guys close with a full NHL season-opening night: the Lightning play at the Rangers, sitting on the second-best season-opening record in NHL history, with Nikita Kucherov chasing a record fourth straight opener with multiple goals.Segments:Jalon Daniels' "thermostat, not thermometer" mentality ahead of his first NFL startThe degree of difficulty: brutal offensive line tape, a first-ever rookie starter league-wide, and how Bowles might manage his workloadInjury report fallout: six players out Wednesday, Baker Mayfield's timelineMailbag: What should the Bucs do with the number one pick — quarterback, Jeremiah Smith, or trade down?Mailbag: Separating rooting for the people at One Buc Place from grading Todd BowlesMailbag: Can anything fix the "away game" atmosphere at Raymond James?MLB wild-card fallout: Rays drawn into the Yankees' short porch for the ALDS; Rasmussen gets the Game 1 ballNHL opening night: Lightning at the Rangers, chasing franchise and Kucherov recordsSponsor: Breitling Boutique, International PlazaTimestamps:0:06 – Jalon Daniels' "thermostat, not thermometer" quote from his first presser as starter2:51 – First rookie QB to start a game anywhere in the NFL this season5:57 – The offensive line tape: "some of the worst I've seen"8:16 – How Bowles might manage Daniels if the game gets away from the Bucs13:06 – Injury report: six players miss Wednesday practice14:13 – Baker Mayfield's thumb, timeline, and the 0-3 start in context15:47 – Sponsor: Breitling Boutique, International Plaza17:05 – MLB wild-card seeding sends the Rays into Yankee Stadium's short porch21:35 – Mailbag: Number one pick — quarterback, Jeremiah Smith, or trade down?25:31 – Mailbag: Separating the man from the job grading Todd Bowles35:26 – Mailbag: Fixing the "away game" atmosphere at Raymond James37:21 – NHL opening night: Lightning at the Rangers, Kucherov's scoring streak39:13 – Yankees beat Red Sox 9-2; Rasmussen named Rays' Game 1 starter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Chuck's opening monologue. Chuck and Heath discuss Vandy QB Jared Curtis being listed as questionable for their game at Georgia. Austin Ward of 97.1 the Fan in Columbus assesses Ohio State heading into their trip to Iowa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Another week, another packed slate of football on The Spread Zone.Anthony Stalter is catching fire and coming off a 6-1 week, Tim McKernon continues to dominate the board on college football Saturday's, but Rizz is still trying to find his footing on the new season as his struggles continue. On the college sides, they break down some great values in the weekend's marque matchups. First homecoming week in Columbia as the Missouri Tigers take on the red hot Florida Gators. Then up to Iowa City as the Hawkeyes play host to the Ohio State Buckeyes and Heisman frontrunner Jeremiah Smith. Will Indiana's offense get back to their national championship form against Rutgers? Plus, how to play the first leg of the Commander-In-Chief trophy as Air Force and Navy prepare for battle. Onto the NFL, the guys try to rebound after a wild week of upsets and bad bounces. First, the battle for Texas as the surpiusely terrible Texans take on the Cowboys. Is it Houston's week to bounce back? Should we expect a shootout in the Bay Area? Will Drake Maye revive his season against Josh Allen and the Bills?It's all on a new episode of The Spread Zone.LEGAL DISCLAIMERWe provide information about sports betting for entertainment purposes only. Please confirm gambling regulations in your state of residence. To participate in sports gaming, you must be 21 years of age or older and be physically present in a state where sports betting is legal. If you or someone you know has a sports betting or gambling problem, please call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org for more information and further assistance.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tyler Kluver and David Eickholt discuss Iowa's win at No. 18 Michigan, including red-zone efficiency, special teams, and the key turnover that helped swing the game, while debating Kirk Ferentz's fourth-down and late 51-yard field goal decisions. They highlight Hank Brown's fourth-quarter growth, leadership, and chemistry with receivers like Reese Vander Zee, plus contributions from players like Ostrenga and punter Boston Everett, and note concerns such as Tyler Brown playing while injured. Looking ahead to No. 5 Ohio State at Kinnick with College GameDay on campus, they outline Iowa's upset path: improved rushing output, multiple turnovers, pressure on QB Julian Sayin, and avoiding an early deficit, while emphasizing Jeremiah Smith's elite talent and the national narrative around Iowa's playoff outlook. If you love the show and want to show support, tell your friends! And, check out our exclusive content at Patreon.com/washedupwalkons where you can find extra podcast episodes, exclusive merchandise, Merch discounts with every tier, private Walkon discord channel access, and more! Find us on social media @washedupwalkons Visit TheWashedUpWalkons.com for all of our episodes, merchandise, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Another week, another packed slate of football on The Spread Zone.Anthony Stalter is catching fire and coming off a 6-1 week. Tim McKernon continues to dominate the board on college football Saturdays, but Rizz is still trying to find his footing in the new season as his struggles continue.On the college side, they break down some great values in the weekend's marquee matchups. First, homecoming week in Columbia as the Missouri Tigers take on the red-hot Florida Gators. Then up to Iowa City as the Hawkeyes play host to the Ohio State Buckeyes and Heisman frontrunner Jeremiah Smith. Will Indiana's offense get back to their national championship form against Rutgers? Plus, how to play the first leg of the Commander-In-Chief trophy as Air Force and Navy prepare for battle.On to the NFL, the guys try to rebound after a wild week of upsets and bad bounces. First, the battle for Texas as the surprisingly terrible Texans take on the Cowboys. Is it Houston's week to bounce back? Should we expect a shootout in the Bay Area? Will Drake Maye revive his season against Josh Allen and the Bills?It's all on a new episode of The Spread Zone.LEGAL DISCLAIMERWe provide information about sports betting for entertainment purposes only. Please confirm gambling regulations in your state of residence. To participate in sports gaming, you must be 21 years of age or older and be physically present in a state where sports betting is legal. If you or someone you know has a sports betting or gambling problem, please call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org for more information and further assistance.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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.
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.
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The Iowa-Ohio State football game is getting College GameDay treatment, but behind the festive nature of the contest what about the chess match within the game? The Register's Chad Leistikow and Tyler Tachman dig into several questions surrounding the game, including how Tim Lester will trust Hank Brown and the passing game and how Phil Parker will go about defending incredible Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith. Also, even with a loss how does Iowa come out of this looking and feeling good?
Another week, another packed slate of football on The Spread Zone.Anthony Stalter is catching fire and coming off a 6-1 week. Tim McKernon continues to dominate the board on college football Saturdays, but Rizz is still trying to find his footing in the new season as his struggles continue.On the college side, they break down some great values in the weekend's marquee matchups. First, homecoming week in Columbia as the Missouri Tigers take on the red-hot Florida Gators. Then up to Iowa City as the Hawkeyes play host to the Ohio State Buckeyes and Heisman frontrunner Jeremiah Smith. Will Indiana's offense get back to their national championship form against Rutgers? Plus, how to play the first leg of the Commander-In-Chief trophy as Air Force and Navy prepare for battle.On to the NFL, the guys try to rebound after a wild week of upsets and bad bounces. First, the battle for Texas as the surprisingly terrible Texans take on the Cowboys. Is it Houston's week to bounce back? Should we expect a shootout in the Bay Area? Will Drake Maye revive his season against Josh Allen and the Bills?It's all on a new episode of The Spread Zone.LEGAL DISCLAIMERWe provide information about sports betting for entertainment purposes only. Please confirm gambling regulations in your state of residence. To participate in sports gaming, you must be 21 years of age or older and be physically present in a state where sports betting is legal. If you or someone you know has a sports betting or gambling problem, please call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org for more information and further assistance.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
They analyze Josh Allen's record-breaking rushing pace and discuss the legitimacy of his goal-line production. The discussion also covers the struggling Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the massive hype surrounding college star Jeremiah Smith ahead of the NFL Draft. (00:01:05) Josh Allen Rushing Stats (00:05:14) Buccaneers QB Struggles (00:09:41) Jeremiah Smith Draft Hype
Ohio State travels to Kinnick Stadium for the first time since its stunning 55–24 loss to Iowa in 2017. This time, the fifth-ranked Buckeyes face an undefeated Iowa team coming off a dramatic last-second victory at Michigan. We break down the most important Ohio State–Iowa matchups, including whether the Buckeyes can contain Kamari Moulton and Iowa's rushing attack after allowing 199 rushing yards against Illinois. On the other side, Jeremiah Smith and Julian Sayin will face an Iowa defense that leads the country in scoring defense—but surrendered 429 yards against Michigan. Can Ohio State attack the Hawkeyes' secondary, protect the football and prevent Iowa from turning this into a field-position battle? Topics include: • Hank Brown's efficient start at quarterback • Reece Vander Zee and Iowa's tight ends • Iowa's running backs against Ohio State's run defense • Jeremiah Smith against the Hawkeye secondary • Ohio State's offensive line against Phil Parker's defense • The areas Ohio State can exploit • Iowa's dangerous return game • The impact of Kinnick Stadium and the Buckeyes' 2017 loss Ohio State and Iowa kick off Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET on CBS. Wednesday, September 30, 2026 Join Kalshi and Get $10 Subscribe to the Podcast
Ohio State beat Illinois 42-19, but after going back and rewatching the game, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr found plenty more to talk about on the Buckeye Weekly Podcast.Jeremiah Smith was once again the biggest story, and the rewatch only reinforced one obvious conclusion: Ohio State should keep getting him the football. From easy red-zone opportunities to quick-game concepts and explosive plays, Smith continues to make the difficult look routine. Tony and Tom also take a closer look at Julian Sayin's running, Nate Roberts' emergence at tight end, Ohio State's offensive line, Riley Pettijohn's growing role, the Buckeyes' unusual run fits on defense, the lack of proven stars in the front seven, and why some of the defensive issues may be more schematic than individual.They also discuss young players like T.J. Alford, Khary Wilder and Jordan Thomas, what Ohio State may do defensively against Iowa, and one veteran move from Carson Hinzman that deserves its own football terminology.0:00 — Rewatching Ohio State's 42-19 win over Illinois0:28 — What is a bold prediction for Jeremiah Smith anymore?0:53 — Just throw the ball to Jeremiah Smith3:02 — Why even simple throws to Smith are so effective4:31 — Jeremiah Smith does the little things too5:41 — Julian Sayin running and Nate Roberts emerging6:36 — Ohio State's tight end rotation8:05 — Jake Cook as a short-yardage weapon8:44 — Julian Sayin finally using his legs10:37 — Why Sayin's scrambling can change the offense12:28 — The Ohio State defense is still a work in progress13:03 — Weird run fits and difficult assignments14:49 — Is Matt Patricia asking too much of this defense?16:42 — Riley Pettijohn's good and bad moments18:01 — Ohio State's young linebackers continue to grow20:04 — Qua Russaw was more noticeable on the rewatch20:56 — Why the Iowa game could tell us a lot about the front seven22:12 — How Ohio State may line up against Iowa22:35 — Jordan Thomas making his case on special teams23:48 — Jay Timmons' status and the nickel question25:51 — Secondary communication issues26:24 — Carson Hinzman's veteran “boop” move27:18 — Final thoughts
Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith is the current Heisman favorite, but how much does that mean in September?In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss Smith's Heisman odds and what it would take for him to actually win the award. How close is he to matching DeVonta Smith's numbers when he won it? How will the Ohio State defense factor into this? And isn't it just KNOWN that Jeremiah Smith is the best player in college football? The fellas talk about all of this and more.
Join Seth Woolcock and Scott Bogman for an early look at College Football Week 5 after a chaotic Saturday shook up the national picture. Ohio State’s trip to Iowa and Alabama’s showdown with Mississippi State headline the early betting breakdowns, with Jeremiah Smith, Keelon Russell and Kamario Taylor at the center of some of the week’s biggest questions. Then it’s time to lock in early numbers, including Texas A&M, BYU and a pair of underdogs Seth believes the market is still undervaluing. Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Le’Veon Bell Autographed Pittsburgh Steelers Jersey Giveaway Promo - 0:02:20 Campus Wire: W4 Reaction - 0:02:54 Biggest Stories out of W4 - 0:04:36 8 AMs - Pittsburgh Panthers vs. Virginia Tech Hokies | FRI, 7:00 p.m. ET - 0:13:45 8 AMs - #7 Alabama Crimson Tide vs. #16 Mississippi State Bulldogs | SAT, 12:00 p.m. ET - 0:19:02 Polymarket - 0:24:22 8 AMs - #5 Ohio State Buckeyes vs. #14 Iowa Hawkeyes | SAT, 3:30 p.m. ET - 0:25:01 8 AMs - #8 Florida Gators vs. #25 Missouri Tigers | SAT, 3:30 p.m. ET - 0:31:35 BettingPros - 0:37:14 Bogs Early Lines: Texas A&M -14 (-110) vs. Arkansas - 0:37:32 Seth’s Early Lines: Fresno State +2.5 (-108) vs. Washington State - 0:41:30 Bogs Early Lines: #10 BYU -5.5 (-115) vs. TCU - 0:44:50 Seth’s Early Lines: Georgia State +1.5 (-113) vs. Old Dominion - 0:47:22 Outro - 0:50:39 Helpful Links: Polymarket - Polymarket is giving you a $50 bonus when you deposit just $10. Sign up right now with promo code FPPOD at https://app.polymarket.us/S8ac/FPPOD. 18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See http://polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization. Subscribe to BettingPros College Football on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@BettingProsCollegeFootball - Get year-round college football futures, weekly best bets, game previews and betting analysis from Seth Woolcock, Scott Bogman, and the BettingPros team. BettingPros App - Make winning bets with advice and picks from top sports betting experts. The BettingPros app puts consensus and expert-driven sports betting advice at your fingertips to help you pinpoint the best odds and make winning bets. Download it today on the App Store or Google Play. Check the Latest College Football Odds - https://www.bettingpros.com/ncaaf/odds/ - Compare current NCAAF lines and find the best available odds before placing your college football bets. Upgrade to BettingPros Premium - https://www.bettingpros.com/premium/ - Unlock premium picks, advanced betting tools, expert analysis and additional data to help you make more informed wagers. BettingPros Discord - Looking to up your game in sports betting? Join our exclusive sports betting Discord community at bettingpros.com/chat! Not only can you connect with expert handicappers who provide free picks for NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, player props, live betting, and more, but now you can also participate in our weekly community picks. Cast your vote, see how your picks stack up against the experts, and track your success! BettingPros Pick Tracker – Want to track all of your wagers in one place? Check out the BettingPros Pick Tracker. It syncs up with your sportsbooks to tally which picks hit, and which miss AND gives you a live look at what the public is doing so you can use real-time tracking to determine which plays to make, and which to fade: bettingpros.com/pick-trackingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The 3-0 Raiders host the 3-0 Chiefs in Las Vegas, and the winner takes sole possession of first in the AFC West. We're taking the Raiders outright as 5.5-point home dogs. The 49ers are 3-0 and the Chargers are 0-3, so we ask: Brock Purdy or Justin Herbert, who would you rather have? Jeremiah Smith is one touchdown from tying Chris Olave's Ohio State record of 35, and we say he breaks it at Kinnick. Then, should he be the #1 overall pick in the 2027 NFL Draft? Fantasy Football Bench Points Confession highlights starting Kyler Murray over Drake Maye and a fantasy team sitting 0-3 right with Jim Harbaugh's Chargers. We close with the Mariners' manager search and who Seattle should hire. Subscribe and follow for new episodes every week. 0:00 Raiders 3-0 Surprise Party 3:32 Chiefs @ Raiders 8:58 NFL Week 3 Recap 18:18 Brock Purdy vs Justin Herbert QB Debate 20:52 Jeremiah Smith Chases Ohio State TD Record 28:05 CFB Mississippi State, Kentucky Cover 30:57 Fantasy Football: Kyler Murray vs Drake Maye 33:16 Mariners Manager Search
Happy Tuesday! Brandon Beam is in with Austin Ward for this edition of the Buckeye Show. We open with a recap from Ohio State's win over Illinois. We talk about how great Jeremiah Smith is and his performance from Saturday. We go on the trail with Birm, and Television's Adam King joins the show. We give our biggest takeaways from Week 4 in the College Football Pulse. We hear what Ryan Day had to say at his weekly press conference. Did Julian Sayin unlock something with his legs? #Buckeyes and more!
Baskin & Phelps wonder if the Browns should trade up for Jeremiah Smith in the NFL Draft this spring.
Come hang out as we talk about another day at the office for Jeremiah Smith while Ohio State's linebackers struggled against Illinois.
Will Compton and Taylor Lewan react to a LOADED Week 3 college football slate starting with Texas surviving Tennessee at number one and Arch Manning looking human on the road. The guys debate whether Florida is officially back after demolishing Ole Miss, break down Dillon Stewart's meltdown at South Carolina, and go off on the dirty hit on Oregon QB Dante Moore. Dylan Raiola steps up huge in relief, Jeremiah Smith takes over the Heisman race, Nebraska stays undefeated, and G6 Power Rankings drop. Timestamp Chapters: 0:00 Open 3:12 Texas Beats Tennessee 7:06 Is Florida For Real 15:41 Georgia Demolishes Oklahoma 18:19 JP's Heartbreak 20:04 Alabama Is For Real 21:50 Dylan Stewart Meltdown 29:03 Michigan Iowa Heartbreaker 36:28 Iowa's Playoff Path 38:44 Jeremiah Smith Heisman Favorite 41:10 Dante Moore Dirty Hit 44:55 Dylan Raiola Steps Up 48:24 Raiola vs Nebraska Hypothetical 50:19 Lincoln Riley A Gap 52:52 Oklahoma State Dark Horse 56:44 ACC Identity Crisis 1:00:10 Nebraska Playoff Talk 1:05:24 G6 Power Rankings See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RUNDOWN Mitch and Hotshot Scott celebrate Episode 400 before surveying a brutal Seattle sports weekend: Washington's loss to Minnesota, the Mariners' disappointing finish and the Seahawks' mistake-filled 33–31 loss to Washington. They debate Sam Darnold's gunslinger tendencies and Hotshots's annual complaint about defensive players who can't catch, Brady Henderson and Jacson Bevens dissect a maddening 33–31 loss to Washington, from Sam Darnold's brilliant-but-costly return to a nonexistent running game and Jadarian Price's growing fumbling problem. They assess a defense that unraveled when it mattered, Tory Horton's emergence and Rashid Shaheed's quiet start before marveling at JSN's ridiculous early-season pace. Brady Farkas and Joe Doyle close the book on a disastrous 76–86 Mariners season, starting with Dan Wilson's departure and the decision to retain Jerry Dipoto and Justin Hollander. They debate Seattle's next manager and what went wrong before turning to a pivotal offseason. Rick Neuheisel celebrates another winning pick before unpacking Iowa's wild finish against Michigan and the growing differences between college and NFL clock management. He weighs in on Oregon-USC, Jeremiah Smith's dominance and the latest SEC shakeups before diagnosing Washington's offensive problems following its loss to Minnesota. GUESTS Brady Henderson | ESPN.com Seahawks Insider Jacson Bevens | Seahawks Analyst, Cigar Thoughts Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Football Analyst, Dallas Renegades Head Coach & Former Washington Head Coach Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose podcast Joe Doyle | MLB analyst, Over-Slot TABLE OF CONTENTS 0:00 | Episode 400, Seattle Sports Misery & the Sam Darnold Experience 17:02 | Seahawks No-Table: Darnold's Wild Ride, Price's Fumbles & a Game Seattle Gave Away 45:32 | Mariners No-Table: Dan Wilson Out, a Lost Season & the Decisions Ahead 1:08:45 | Rick Neuheisel: Husky Trouble, College Football Chaos & a Three-Game Heater 1:46:22 | OTHER STUFF: Seahawks looking ahead to the 49ers, San Francisco and Seattle injury concerns, Jadarian Price's fumbling problems, P.J. Fleck's bloody postgame celebration, Kevin Calabro joining the Timberwolves, Wisconsin fraternity hazing arrests, Steph Curry's $116 million extension, Tim Tebow pausing his LifeSurge relationship, Team USA's Presidents Cup comeback, Gregg Popovich marrying Mike Budenholzer's ex-wife. HEADLINES Woman charged over alleged sexual activity with family dog, Georgia trespasser takes late-night hot tub with rubber duck, China leases two giant pandas to Zoo Atlanta, Boeing 737 MAX software bug disables autopilot during aborted landing. RIPS Bob Pettit (93), Chris Spatola (47), Presley Gerber (27), Peter Byrne (74).
Fox Sports' lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt breaks down Oregon's win at USC and why we shouldn't discount the Ducks as contenders going forward. He gives his thoughts on the hit on Dante Moore and also explains why the loss isn't just more of the same from USC. Klatt then explains how Iowa found a way to win in Ann Arbor as Michigan found itself on the wrong side of a walkoff this time. He explains the significance of Florida's win over Ole Miss and how the Gators pathway to the Playoff just opened up. Klatt discusses #1 Texas' narrow win at Tennessee and why the Longhorns have some things to clean up before going full on “old man yelling at the clouds” about Colin Simmons' celebration penalty and how celebrating has gotten out of control. He also marvels at what Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith continues to do on the field and why he should be the Heisman favorite before raising a red flag for the Buckeyes despite their win. Klatt also rants about the decisions by the voters in the latest AP Top 25 and explains why the college game is much closer to the NFL game than ever before. He wraps up the show by revealing his own Top 10 for the week which includes a new #1. Chapters 🏈 0:00 - 0:49 Intro0:50 - 15:50 Oregon vs USC15:51 - 21:49 Iowa vs Michigan21:50 - 30:43 Ole Miss vs Florida30:44 - 42:12 Texas vs Tennessee42:13 - 44:52 Illinois vs Ohio State44:53 - 52:37 Reaction to AP Top 2552:38 - 59:49 Remaining Top 10 Teams Reveal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kluver, Kevin, and Grant(plus a message from Drake) recap Iowa's 20–19 win at Michigan, highlighted by Hank Brown's 91-yard, 11-play late drive and a final 16-yard touchdown throw to Reece Vander Zee with two seconds left after a tipped catch by Ostrenga to get in position. They discuss how Iowa survived despite Michigan outgaining them, pointing to a Braden Jackson kickoff return TD, Michigan's eight penalties for 75 yards, two turnovers (including Bryce Underwood's fourth-down leap and an interception by Deshun Lee), and “Ferentz Ball” discipline and special teams philosophy, including a debated missed 51-yard field goal attempt. The hosts note Iowa is 4–0, College GameDay is coming to Iowa City for the first time in 20 years, and preview an upcoming matchup with an elite Ohio State team featuring Jeremiah Smith. If you love the show and want to show support, tell your friends! And, check out our exclusive content at Patreon.com/washedupwalkons where you can find extra podcast episodes, exclusive merchandise, Merch discounts with every tier, private Walkon discord channel access, and more! Find us on social media @washedupwalkons Visit TheWashedUpWalkons.com for all of our episodes, merchandise, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Greg McElroy delivers his Top 10 takeaways from Week 4 of the college football season! Oregon walked into the Coliseum and beat up USC after Donte Moore was knocked out of the game, Florida ran all over Ole Miss and jumped into the CFP conversation in Jon Sumrall's first season, the Texas defense dominated Tennessee proving why they are the #1 team in the country and Iowa STUNNED Michigan with a game-winning touchdown as time expired. Plus, Wisconsin, UCLA and Nebraska get huge wins, Kamario Taylor is putting everyone on notice that Mississippi State is going to be a problem, Ohio State has two legit Heisman contenders in Julian Sayin and Jeremiah Smith what happened to Texas A&M and Oklahoma? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The 2027 dynasty rookie class is taking shape, but the quarterback hierarchy is anything but settled. Jeremiah Smith remains locked at 1.01 and Jadan Baugh has established himself as RB1, while Darian Mensah and Trinidad Chambliss continue to rise. Ray breaks down the biggest winners and fallers after Week 4, where Arch Manning and Dante Moore stand today and runs through an updated first-round 2027 Superflex rookie mock draft. Plus, a look at the latest ADV/Vibes market movement and several prospects pushing their way up the 2027 NFL Draft board. Join the community and access the Rookie Hub, rankings, projections, ADV/Vibes and more at https://www.ddfantasyfootball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Anthony hands out his likes to the Browns defense for its 30 pressures against Carolina, the Guardians for clinching the AL Central and Jeremiah Smith for his four-touchdown Heisman push.
This date in history, Talkin' Ball with Bill Bender, Ohio State rolls Illinois behind Jeremiah Smith's record-setting day and recapping the rest of the college football weekend.
Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 11 o'clock hour is brought to you by TRAJAN WEALTH; Planning for tomorrow starts today. Visit Trajan Wealth dot com to learn more about retirement and state planning. Braves anxiety ahead of Phillies series On Campus - UGA rolling rolling rolling RedZone - Falcons vibes still strong See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of BLEAV in Buckeyes, Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa break down Ohio State's latest game, examining standout performances, offensive execution, defensive strategies, and the adjustments shaping the Buckeyes' season. The conversation highlights Jeremiah Smith's dominant performance and Heisman Trophy outlook, along with Julian Sayin's continued development and impact on the offense. Bryant and Chimdi also take a closer look at Ohio State's defensive challenges against Illinois, including communication issues and the adjustments needed moving forward. The duo also expands the discussion to the broader college football landscape, examining the Big Ten, the latest rankings, the nation's top teams, and the College Football Playoff picture. They also look ahead to Ohio State's upcoming matchup with Iowa and what the Buckeyes need to improve as the season progresses. Key Topics Jeremiah Smith's performance and Heisman Trophy outlook Julian Sayin's growth and impact on the Ohio State offense Defensive strategy, adjustments, and communication issues Ohio State's game plan against Illinois The Big Ten and the national college football landscape College football rankings and top teams The College Football Playoff picture Looking ahead to Ohio State vs. Iowa Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Big Ten Season 01:07 Jeremiah Smith's Stellar Performance 04:48 Julian Sayin's Growth and Impact 07:44 Defensive Challenges Against Illinois 11:26 Communication Issues on Defense 19:11 The College Football Landscape 22:10 Top Teams and the College Football Playoff Picture Keywords Ohio State, Ohio State Buckeyes, college football, Jeremiah Smith, Julian Sayin, Big Ten, Ohio State defense, Ohio State offense, Iowa, Illinois, Heisman Trophy, Heisman odds, college football rankings, College Football Playoff Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve Coughlin react to the LOADED college football Week 4 slate. The guys begin with Crops' MASSIVE win at Michigan that has clear College GameDay implications. How Iowa pulled off the walk-off win as Hank Brown tossed the game-winning score. Then onto Knoxville where Texas got it done in a place that is difficult to do so. SVP also adds his thoughts on Colin Simmons' controversial and penalized celebration. LSU and Georgia picked up blowout SEC wins but Oklahoma and Texas A&M... yikes. Florida delivered in The Swamp taking down fourth-ranked Ole Miss in a game that showed what the Jon Sumrall Gators are all about. And how about Wisconsin! The Badgers went into Happy Valley and pulled off the upset that the Badger program desperately needed. Oregon went on the road and defeated USC by two touchdowns in an emotional one that saw Dante Moore get knocked out of the game by Desman Stephens II, who celebrated after the fact. SVP and Steve share their thoughts on Stephens' antics... Plus, Jake Dickert and Wake Forest proved Steve right with a big upset win at Louisville, Super Kamario Taylor kept his great season going as Mississippi State takes down Missouri, Alabama dominated South Carolina behind Keelon Russell, Jeremiah Smith and Ohio State breezed past Illinois, Boise State and Cincinnati got good wins, Oklahoma State flexed its muscle late at West Virginia en route to a big win and Notre Dame and Miami continued to roll. Finally, SVP shares his thoughts on Maryland's 51-point loss to UCLA and Steve gave a full rundown of the Knoxville experience and how the College GameDay crew beautifully navigated and incredibly difficult day. TIMECODES: (0:00) Intro (3:12) Iowa-Michigan reaction (9:44) Notre Dame & Miami keep rolling (11:54) Texas-Tennessee reaction (21:00) Ohio State-Illinois reaction (25:38) Wake Forest-Louisville reaction (27:22) Boise State-Western Michigan reaction (29:08) Utah-Iowa State reaction (29:44) Oklahoma State-West Virginia reaction (33:22) Kansas State-Cincinnati reaction (34:48) Georgia-Oklahoma reaction (40:23) LSU-Texas A&M reaction (41:40) Wisconsin-Penn State reaction (47:28) Florida-Ole Miss reaction (55:00) Oregon-USC reaction (1:06:28) Alabama-South Carolina reaction (1:10:00) Mississippi State-Missouri reaction (1:13:05) Maryland-UCLA reaction (1:19:16) Knoxville & College GameDay recap (1:36:26) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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.
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.