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In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr recap what they heard from Ryan Day, Julian Sayin, Kayden McDonald, Kenyatta Jackson, and Jaylen McClain following interviews Wednesday night. Daniels talked about dominating Michigan. Sayin was asked about the Heisman. McClain discussed his role as the last line of defense. McDonald shared his appreciation for where he's at, and much more.

⭐️ Get Your Buckeye Gear ON SALE NOW!!! VISIT TheBuckeyeCast.com https://thebuckeyecast.com/ Ohio State's defense just delivered one of the most dominant performances in the history of The Game, holding Michigan to 163 total yards, 63 passing yards, and ZERO touchdowns in a 27–9 win in Ann Arbor. In today's episode, we break down every angle of this defensive masterpiece: • Full defensive stats & advanced metrics • Snap counts + PFF grades for DL, LB, SAF, CB • How OSU held Michigan to –8 rushing yards in the second half • The plays that changed the game • Caleb Downs' elite performance • Kayden McDonald & the DL taking over the trenches • Why Matt Patricia's scheme suffocated Michigan's offense • What this win means heading into the Big Ten Championship & CFP If you're a Buckeye fan, you're going to love this breakdown. Subscribe for daily Ohio State football content — recruiting, film study, game previews, and more. Tuesday, December 2, 2025 Subscribe to the Podcast

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They're back to what they were in 2021-'22, with a future 1st round QB in Julian Sayin who reads leverage on Ryan Day's standard multi-level drag routes and throws to the guys getting open. Those guys: Jeremiah Smith, the future #1 overall pick, and Carnell Tate, who will be a 1st rounder this year. Both have been banged up, but we think they're both going to play and more or less be themselves, with an excuse banked if they lose. Where they've advanced is they use a lot more two-TE sets, particularly Max Klare, a true blocky+catchy hybrid who may necessitate a hybrid response. They use the TEs in clever RPOs to create space for Sayin's throws, and are good enough in the run game with Bo Jackson to punish you for overplaying pass. 2. Ohio State Preview: Defense starts at 16:59 Be afraid. Illinois gained 295 yards on 4.2 YPP and Washington gained 234 yards on 4.4 YPP. Alex Drain does not like Matt Patricia, but he's slimmed down himself and his playbook and has Ohio State playing at an elite level. That's Caleb Downs, the guy Corum juked for a touchdown in the Rose Bowl, and now the best player in football, who's allowed to rove around and make plays while they man you with everybody else. It's also the play of their linebackers; Sonny Styles was the guy Corum juked on the 6-5 touchdown, but was always supremely talented and is at the peak of his game. Arvelle Reese was another big recruit; he came on last year and is in the conversation to go 1st overall as a grow-a-Parsons. He can be a safety, a DE, a linebacker, or anything. They can get away with all of that man and blitzing LBs because Igninosu, Matthews, and Styles are excellent athletes in coverage, and the Big Ten doesn't like to flag their grabbiness. The next generation of DBs is coming up—you remember trying to recruit Aaron Scott and Bryce West, plus #8 overall Devin Sanchez. They replaced four superstars on the DL with a superstar, a star, and two Just-Guys. Kayden McDonald is the lone member who wasn't a top-50 recruit but he's the star, and is probably a step too far Crippen and Guarnera. Caden Curry made the leap; he's Jack Sawyer 2.0, a strong pass-rusher and a force against the run. Kenyatta Jackson is equally strong against the run but is a block-and-done rusher. Tywone Malone has been there for ages. 3 and 4. Hoops in Vegas After-Action Report starts at 31:49 and 44:49 Beat Auburn by 30 and SDSU and Zaga by 40. Teams came into this thinking they could blitz Michigan's ball screens, Michigan came in having practiced their response to it. Zaga thruck? Look who took their shots—those aren't their shooters. The defense has been incredible; Morez allows you to be switchable when Mara is off the court and when he's on there's nowhere to go with the ball. Zaga had to take a bunch of push shots from 12 feet that are good shots for them, but that's not going to sustain an offense. Cason is coming around, though the offense is still much smoother with Cadeau. Turnovers are going to be the thing for this team again; when they get anything like even shot volume they're murder because their threes are open and they have all of these guys who score at the rim. Yaxel is becoming the Weapon that he was thought to be in the portal, but is extra dangerous because he doesn't have to be. Big-big actions are going to have to level up now that teams are sitting on them. This is where you bring in Tschetter, because a team that prepared for Johnson is out of sorts. Featured Artist: Sunday the Band If it wasn't for Brad Dumont I might still be in the Rose Bowl parking lot. Brad recognized us, let us in his car, and took us to Randy Sklar's place in time to catch Washington vs. Texas. He also put on the music of his then-14-year-old son Nate. Part of this had to be the fact Michigan had just won 26-20 in overtime in Nick Saban's last game. Also these kids rocked. It's relatable catchy stuff with a funky rhythm that's way more advanced than anyone ought to be at that age. Apparently in the two years since these high schoolers have picked up a following in the Pasadena music scene, but were getting in at the bottom floor; these are the two songs they've recorded so far. Trouble in Paradise was the one we were bouncing around to like middle-aged Mikey Sainristils. Rewind hits right now. Also give it up for a four-piece band when all the stuff that gets pushed these days are from solo artists and collabs. You can make fun of me now then turn this on for the ride home after we win. Songs: Rewind Trouble in Paradise Also because Across 110th Street will get our Youtubes taken down, the opener and outro: “The Employee is Not Afraid”—Bear vs. Shark “Ruska Vodka”—Motorboat

Matt Patricia's Ohio State defense is rewriting the school's record books this season. No one has scored more than 16 points against the Buckeyes in the first 11 games of the regular season, and the defense is a darling of most advanced analytical systems, holding opponents far below their averages on the ground and through the air. But does Patricia now have more tricks left in his toolbox with archrival Michigan on deck? And how does the Wolverines' offense, with standouts like Bryce Underwood, Jordan Marshall, and Andrew Marsh match up with what the Buckeyes will be trying to do with stars like Kayden McDonald, Arvell Reese, and Caleb Downs? In this episode of Ross Fulton Analysis, Ross breaks down some of Michigan's key concepts on the ground and through the air, and how Patricia and the Buckeyes may try to defend them.If you enjoy this episode, make sure to subscribe to the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, and you can find the video version of this podcast on YouTube, including video of the plays Ross is describing here: https://youtu.be/8lJUSPbWICI

Key Matchups to Watch: Ohio State vs. MichiganIn this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr dive into the highly anticipated Ohio State vs. Michigan game. With the biggest rivalry game of the year approaching, they discuss the crucial individual matchups that will determine the outcome, including Bryce Underwood vs. Matt Patricia, Kayden McDonald vs. Michigan's offensive line, and more. They also highlight the importance of maintaining composure under pressure and the role of Ohio State's defense in countering Michigan's strategic plays. Tune in to get an in-depth analysis of the game's key battles and what each team needs to do to secure a victory.00:00 Introduction and Welcome01:05 Key Matchup: Bryce Underwood vs. Matt Patricia03:04 Ohio State's Defensive Strategy05:34 Kayden McDonald's Impact09:13 Jordan Marshall vs. Sonny Styles14:27 Ohio State's Offensive Line vs. Michigan's Defense26:52 Final Thoughts and Conclusion

Matt Patricia's Ohio State defense is rewriting the school's record books this season. No one has scored more than 16 points against the Buckeyes in the first 11 games of the regular season, and the defense is a darling of most advanced analytical systems, holding opponents far below their averages on the ground and through the air. But does Patricia now have more tricks left in his toolbox with archrival Michigan on deck? And how does the Wolverines' offense, with standouts like Bryce Underwood, Jordan Marshall, and Andrew Marsh match up with what the Buckeyes will be trying to do with stars like Kayden McDonald, Arvell Reese, and Caleb Downs?In this episode of Ross Fulton Analysis, Ross breaks down some of Michigan's key concepts on the ground and through the air, and how Patricia and the Buckeyes may try to defend them.

Phil Perry is back with a brand-new episode of The Next Pats Podcast! This week, Phil discusses how the Patriots can adjust with an injured offensive line, and Taylor Kyles (CLNS) joins the show to discuss the Patriots' MNF matchup vs. the Giants. Finally, Phil answers your Thanksgiving week mailbag questions!2:00: How can the Patriots adjust protect Drake Maye with an injured offensive line?07:00: Taylor Kyles (CLNS) joins the show to discuss the Patriots matchup vs. the Giants on MNF9:00: Challenge the Giants' pass rush presents.16:00: Why teams are using man coverage against Drake Maye23:50: "Who's Next?!" Phil Perry talks OSU's Kayden McDonald and why he could be a great fit for the Patriots.29:00: Thanksgiving week mailbag!

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⭐️ Get Your Buckeye Gear ON SALE NOW!!! VISIT TheBuckeyeCast.com https://thebuckeyecast.com/ Ohio State's defense just keeps doing its thing — business-like domination. The Buckeyes held Purdue to 186 total yards, 9-of-13 on third down defense, and only allowed points in garbage time. In this Daily Buckeye Blitz defensive review, Joe breaks down the full film and stat story: Kayden McDonald's interior dominance continues Sonny Styles emerges as the tone-setter at linebacker Caleb Downs & Jaylen McClain lock down the back end Purdue's offense completely shut out for three quarters Defensive grades, snap counts, and film-level takeaways Plus, a quick nod to special teams — Jayden Fielding drills two 45+ yarders, and the Buckeyes clean up the details heading into the bye.

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr recap what they heard from Wednesday night interviews with Ryan Day, Julian Sayin, Jermaine Mathews, Kenyatta Jackson, Kayden McDonald, and more. Sayin talks about receivers Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate, while Mathews gives his thoughts on which of the two are tougher to defend and what makes each of them nearly impossible to handle.

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Ohio State looks even better than we expected through the first four weeks of the season, which means our Basking Level is off the charts. Today's show with Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin focuses on some of the first-year starters who have shined this season, such as Julian Sayin, Caden Curry, Kayden McDonald, Bo Jackson, Arvell Reese and more. That is coming your way on the Monday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is the return of the Fill-in-the-Blank Game where Dan Rubin asks Dave Biddle several things about Ohio State football (see below for the full list of questions so you can play along). Also, the No. 1 Buckeyes have an interesting game this week at Washington where OSU is favored by just 9.5 points. All of that and more is coming your way on the Monday 5ish. Here is the full list of questions: There are ____ Big Ten QBs you'd rather have than Julian Sayin THIS season.  ____ will finish this season as Ohio State's rushing leader. ____ is Ohio State's chief competitor for the B1G title. ____ is Ohio State's chief competitor for the national title. Kayden McDonald will be playing for ____ next season  Matt Patricia will be coaching for ____ next season ____ will be the first Buckeye selected in the 2026 NFL Draft. ____ Basking. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices