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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. 

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 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

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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.

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.

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.

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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

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Happy Tuesday! We begin the show with Ryan Day and Julian Sayin taking the podium, plus our reaction. Former CBJ HC Brad Larsen joins the show to talk Jackets and the Marchenko trade. We play Fool's Paradise. We do Tuesdays w/ Tyvis. The Bengals looked like the Bengals of old on Sunday. Bobby Carpenter joins us in-studio. We go Day Trippin' w/ Austin Ward. And we reveal the official winners and losers of the Dinger Draft in Tell the Truth.

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

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.

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

Ohio State's offense delivered its best performance of the season in a 42–19 victory over Illinois. Jeremiah Smith produced a historic afternoon with 12 catches for 217 yards and four touchdowns, while Julian Sayin completed 27 of 36 passes for 367 yards, accounted for five total touchdowns and finally used his mobility as an offensive weapon. We break down the film, statistics, PFF grades and snap counts from Ohio State's Big Ten opener, including: • Six touchdowns on eight meaningful possessions • Five touchdown drives covering at least 75 yards • Ohio State's improved offensive-line combination • Gabe VanSickle and Austin Siereveld on the right side • Sayin's growth as a passer and runner • Bo Jackson and Ja'Kobi Jackson answering Ryan Day's challenge • An eight-for-12 performance on third down • A perfect four-for-four day in the red zone • The search for a second receiving option beside Jeremiah Smith • Why the scoreless third quarter wasn't as concerning as it appeared • Two fourth-quarter touchdown drives that finished the game properly The Buckeyes showed meaningful offensive progress, but questions remain about the lack of explosive runs and how heavily the passing game depends on Smith. Was this the beginning of Ohio State's offensive breakthrough—or can the Buckeyes only sustain this level when Jeremiah Smith takes over? Monday, September 28, 2026   Join Kalshi and Get $10 Subscribe to the Podcast

Jeremiah Smith just reminded everyone why he may be the most dangerous receiver in college football.On this episode of the Buckeyes Daily Blitz on Fan Stream Sports, Jeff “Tito” Thitoff breaks down Ohio State's 42-19 win over Illinois, a game the Buckeyes controlled from start to finish.The biggest story was Smith.

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.

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.

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.

Mike Cagley, Tim Simpson, and Matt Stevens break down Illinois Football's 42-19 road loss to No. 7 Ohio State in Columbus! Despite solid offensive numbers (462 total yards, 199 rushing yards), the Illini defense struggled mightily against Julian Sayin and Heisman-caliber WR Jeremiah Smith. The guys dive deep into the 3-3-5 defensive scheme, communication breakdowns, Bret Bielema's postgame comments, and what needs to change before the Purdue homecoming game. Is the defensive overhaul working? Should Bobby Hauck take over defensive playcalling? Can Barry Lunney's offense carry this team? We answer it all! Subscribe to IlliniGuys.com for EXCLUSIVE Illini coverage — join our Game Room, message boards, and get in-depth analysis for just $99/year! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for daily Illini Football & Basketball coverage! ️ RUNDOWN – TIMESTAMPS Time Topic 00:00 Intro & final score recap: Ohio State 42, Illinois 19 01:00 Stats deep dive: yards, time of possession, depth concerns 02:00 3-3-5 defense breakdown — right scheme, wrong personnel? 03:00 Key stat comparisons: passing, rushing, sacks, TFLs 05:00 The 3 pivotal plays that changed the game's complexion 07:00 Small margins in football — Bielema's philosophy tested 08:00 Matt Stevens: "This defense is atrocious" — brutal honesty 10:00 Communication issues on defense — Matt Bailey speaks out 12:00 Offense carrying the load: run game & Katin Houser's growth 15:00 Should the offense play "basketball style" to match the D? 17:00 Scheme vs. personnel — is it BOTH problems? 21:00 Complementary football & clock management debate 24:00 Xavier Scott, Daniel Brown, Mac Resetich — biggest concerns 27:00 Will Bobby Hauck take over defensive playcalling? 31:00 Offensive line depth — Renfro, Zafir Stewart, backup guards 39:00 Wildcat package cameo & offensive creativity 43:00 Looking ahead: Purdue & Michigan State — must-win games 48:00 Historical parallel: 2021 Ryan Walters defensive shift 53:00 Final thoughts: Why the next 24 hours are critical 58:00 Bielema's telling quote: "They knew what we were going to do" 1:01:00 Wrap-up, IlliniGuys.com subscription info & what's next ️ HASHTAGS #IlliniFootball #FightingIllini #Illinois #OhioStateFootball #BigTenFootball #CollegeFootball #IlliniGuys #BretBielema #IlliniNation #OhioStateBuckeyes #CFB #IlliniPodcast #BigTen #ChampaignUrbana #IlliniAthletics #JeremiahSmith #PurdueFootball #IlliniDefense #GoIllini #CollegeFootballAnalysis 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, 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. 

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

Chapters00:00 Introduction and episode overview02:32 Recap of recent games and Big Ten conference play03:31 Memorable rain game and Ohio State-Illinois rivalry05:01 Player updates: Julian Sayin, TSC, and Luke Fahey06:40 Team performance insights and young player development08:52 Special plays and Jeremiah Smith's record-breaking moment10:12 Jeremiah Smith's record and postgame reflections11:46 Preview of Illinois game and key matchups13:53 Predictions and expectations for Saturday's game15:36 Closing remarks and game day advice

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

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. 

Ryan Day delivered a blunt message before Ohio State begins Big Ten play against Illinois: The Buckeyes' running backs need to "run angry and run physical." Joe breaks down Day's challenge to Bo Jackson, Ja'Kobi Jackson and Isaiah West; Ohio State's continuing short-yardage problems; and the competition along the right side of the offensive line. Could Gabe VanSickle remain at right guard with Austin Siereveld at right tackle—even if Phillip Daniels returns? We also examine Julian Sayin's next developmental step, Brandon Inniss's growing role, the young defenders Ohio State wants to build around and Matt Patricia's search for a dependable pass rush. From the Illinois side, Bret Bielema's team enters Columbus with one of the country's most productive passing combinations. Quarterback Katin Houser and receiver Collin Dixon will test an Ohio State defense still trying to establish its identity after the collapse at Texas. Topics include: • Ryan Day's public challenge to the running backs • Bo Jackson versus Ja'Kobi Jackson • Ohio State's third-down and short-yardage failures • Gabe VanSickle, Austin Siereveld and Phillip Daniels • Julian Sayin's timing and Brandon Inniss's emergence • Riley Pettijohn, Jay Timmons and Ohio State's young defense • Katin Houser and Collin Dixon • Illinois's unstable offensive line • The Buckeyes' special-teams concerns Thursday, September 24, 2026   Join Kalshi and Get $10 Subscribe to the Podcast

With Louisville's outstanding 2-1 start with quarterback Lincoln Kienholz at the helm, some people are asking if Ohio State head coach Ryan Day made a mistake in choosing Julian Sayin -- who has led Ohio State to a disappointing 2-1 start -- over the dynamic Kienholz. The fellas discuss the topic and explain why this is only a topic for people who want to be angry. 

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The Friday 5ish with JBook and Dave gives predictions for Ohio State-Kent State, discusses the development of Julian Sayin, gives thoughts on the Buckeyes' 2026 transfer portal class and much more. (1:45) - Intro (3:20) - OSU-Kent St predictions (7:05) - Questionable personnel decisions on D (9:00) - Reacting to Ryan Day's comments (14:30) - Stop with the '4th quarter game' stuff (15:55) - Is Oregon in trouble? (18:10) - Do we still believe in Sayin? (24:00) - Best Bets (27:00) - OSU's portal class underwhelming so far (34:55) - Need a lot more out of Eddrick Houston

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman discuss the fact that it will be difficult to prove much against Kent State, but that doens't mean the offense still won't have things they need to accomplish. The show discusses Julian Sayin, the running game, Legend Bey, Chris Henry, Brock Boyd, the tight ends, the offensive line, and more.

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Seth Woolcock and Scott Bogman break down the 2027 dynasty rookie class after the opening weeks of the college football season, including updated Superflex rankings, major risers and fallers, and the latest outlook for Jeremiah Smith, Arch Manning, Kawan Lacey, Cam Coleman, Dante Moore and more. Plus, Reed Harris, KJ Duff, Lincoln Kienholz, Jaheim White and Luke Reynolds are climbing, while John Mateer, Bryant Wesco Jr. and other prospects face early concerns. The guys also reveal their updated 2027 rookie big board and discuss how aggressively dynasty managers should be acquiring 2027 first-, second- and third-round picks. Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 What Have We Actually Learned About the 2027 Class? - 0:01:57 League Tycoon - 0:06:43 Rising Prospect #1: Reed Harris (WR - ASU) - 0:07:46 Rising Prospect #2: KJ Duff (WR - Rutgers) - 0:11:14 Rising Prospect #3: Lincoln Kienholz (QB - Louisville) - 0:13:50 Rising Prospect #4: Jahiem White (RB - North Texas) - 0:18:38 Rising Prospect #5: Luke Reynolds (TE - Virginia Tech) 0:21:55 Polymarket - 0:26:12 Early Concerns & Falling Prospect #1: Ryan Coleman-Williams (WR - Alabama) - 0:27:22 Early Concerns & Falling Prospect #2: Bryant Wesco (WR - Clemson) - 0:31:50 Early Concerns & Falling Prospect #3: Quintrevion Wisner (RB - Florida State) - 0:35:02 Early Concerns & Falling Prospect #4: John Mateer (QB - Oklahoma) - 0:38:16 Championship Bling Ring Giveaway Promo - 0:43:17 Current ECR Top 24 - 0:44:09 Scott/Seth’s Rankings and Tiers - 0:45:50 My Playbook Promo - 0:51:28 Should You Be Buying 2027 Rookie Picks? - 0:52:04 FantasyPros Discord - 0:57:08 Outro - 0:57:36 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. League Tycoon - League Tycoon is the official dynasty fantasy partner of the FantasyPros Dynasty Football Podcast. League Tycoon has tools for serious dynasty leagues: slow auction drafts with 20-plus players at once, trade auctions, draft lotteries, compensatory picks, and league history import. Standard dynasty leagues are free for everyone. And for contract dynasty leagues, use promo code PROS to get your first season free. View the FantasyPros Dynasty Rankings - https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/rankings/dynasty-overall.php - Compare expert consensus dynasty rankings, player values, tiers, and positions before making trades or startup selections. Practice with the FantasyPros Draft Wizard - https://www.fantasypros.com/draftwizard/ - Run realistic mock drafts using your league settings and receive personalized pick suggestions and post-draft analysis. Start a free FantasyPros Premium trial - https://www.fantasypros.com/free/ - Unlock Draft Wizard, Draft Intel, custom draft boards, trade tools, waiver assistance, lineup advice, and more for three days. Dynasty Rookie Draft Simulator - Our Dynasty Rookie Draft Simulator lets you complete a mock in minutes with no waiting between picks! Customize your league settings to match your league’s exact format. Premium subscribers can test trade scenarios by mocking with their traded draft picks. Prepare for rookie drafts AND dynasty startup drafts in one place! Use the Dynasty Rookie Draft Simulator to dominate your rookie draft today at fantasypros.com/simulator! Trade Analyzer - Evaluate trades with confidence using FantasyPros' Trade Analyzer. Instantly see the impact of trades on your team and get expert recommendations. Whether you're making a 2-for-1 deal or swapping a couple draft picks for that stud who will help you win now, the Trade Analyzer will help you optimize your roster and make smarter decisions. Try the Trade Analyzer today at fantasypros.com/myplaybook or on the Fantasy Football My Playbook app and dominate your league! Join us on Discord - Join our FantasyPros Discord Community! Chat with other fans and get access to exclusive AMAs that wind up on our podcast feed. Come get your questions answered and BE ON THE SHOW at fantasypros.com/chatSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.