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  1. 10H AGO

    Fans Worried About Buckeye Schedule? / Ohio State Call-In show 65

    Here are concise episode notes for the Ohio State Call-in Show #65 titled "Fans Worried About Buckeye Schedule?" (hosted by Garrison & Cleveland Mike on the Voice of College Football network).Opening & Personal Catch-up (0:00–2:10) Show intro: Live from FanDuel / Voice of College Football. Hosts welcome viewers, promote like/subscribe, website (vocfb.com), and writers. Garrison welcomes back co-host Cleveland Mike after his absence (dance dad duties during playoff season). Mike shares update: Daughter's first solo dance performance went well (placed 1st/2nd in category); she stayed composed and finished strong. Main Discussion: Projected 2026 Depth Chart (Eleven Warriors) (2:10–~45:00)Hosts react to Eleven Warriors' projected three-deep depth chart and address fan concerns / debates.Linebacker Room Heavy fan discussion about Riley Pettyjohn (true freshman starter-level reps last year) vs. incoming Allegro (from Wisconsin). Both hosts strongly prefer Riley Pettyjohn starting over Allegro. Allegro viewed as better suited for backup EDGE (limited coverage / linebacker play at Wisconsin). Pettyjohn described as a "heat seeker" who showed college-ready traits as a freshman. Praise for James Laurinaitis' development of the LB group (T.J. Alford, Peyton Pierce, Sincere Johnson, Eli Lee, Garrett Stover). Mental readiness emphasized over pure talent; criticism of past schemes (e.g., Jim Knowles' complexity leading to miscommunications / explosives allowed). Wide Receiver Room Depth chart sparks debate: Jeremiah Smith WR1, Chris Henry listed high (hosts skeptical he'll start immediately). Transfer additions (Kyle Parker, Devin McEwen, others) vs. departed players (Quincy Porter, Mylon Graham, etc.). Mixed views: Some see current room as stronger due to new talent; others argue developmental continuity was lost. Long discussion on NIL / portal dynamics: Disagreement over whether Quincy Porter deserved a raise after limited production + injury. Comparison to offensive linemen who reportedly got raises despite regression. Ryan Day running program "like the NFL" — rewarding proven production over pure potential. Underrated / sleeper mentions: Desi Jones (speedy slot prospect), Kyle Parker (likely more snaps than Brandon Inniss?). Offensive Line Concerns about positioning: Ian Moore (heavily praised by teammates) at RT instead of LT; Carter Lowe at RT. Suggestion: Move Carson Hinzman back to guard, start Josh Padilla at center, let tackles battle openly. Depth looks strong (Sam Greer, Deontay Armstrong, Phillip Daniels, Gabe VanSickle, etc.). Frustration with perceived favoritism toward veterans. Defensive Line / Edge DT depth questioned after losing key pieces (Mike Hall Jr., Tyleik Williams, etc.). Strong disagreement with projections: Edric Hill should start over John Walker. Bo Atkinson ranked too high (hosts call him stiff; prefer younger players like Epi / Wilder). Optimism around James Smith (potential breakout under Larry Johnson), Will Smith Jr. (flashes + injury context). Closing Segment: Early Texas Game Odds & Thoughts (~45:00–end) FanDuel odds for Ohio State @ Texas (Week 1, 2026): Ohio State -2.5 underdog, O/U 47.5. Hosts expect over on total points. Excitement for home-and-home series (first back-to-back since Vince Young era). Grudge factor: Still salty about 2006 loss; "Horns down." Confidence in Ohio State's talent but acknowledge question marks (transfers, new coordinators, inexperience). Mike predicts close coin-flip game; Vegas sees it similarly. Final Notes Show runs ~64 minutes. Tone: Candid, opinionated, fan-focused; mix of optimism and realism. Strong recurring themes: Development under new coaches (Matt Patricia, James Laurinaitis, Larry Johnson), NIL realities, avoiding favoritism, and excitement for Texas matchup. Next shows: Mike's solo show Wednesday 7:30 ET; Garrison's primetime Monday 7 ET. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 4m

  2. 1D AGO

    CAN OHIO STATE MAKE A 24-TEAM CFP? / Ohio State Buckeyes LIVE 358

    Main Topics & Key Discussion Points Proposed 24-Team College Football Playoff (Pushed by Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti) Hosts express strong skepticism about expanding from the current 12-team format to 24. Mark Rogers: Questions how it truly helps elite programs like Ohio State; notes it benefits mid-tier Big Ten teams (e.g., Minnesota, Illinois) far more. Kevin Noon: Dislikes it; prefers the old 4-team or even 8-team models; sees it as excessive and driven purely by money/TV revenue. Steve Helwagen: Calls it "too many teams"; predicts playoff fatigue, lower viewership quality, and risk of "killing the golden goose." Tony Gerdeman: Most open to it (prefers 16); argues campus early rounds reduce fatigue; believes it enhances regular-season relevance for non-elite teams and preserves big non-conference games. Common concerns: Diminishing regular-season importance (already happening at elite level). Four-loss teams in playoffs vs. bowl games. Potential opt-outs from mid-seed players protecting draft stock. Lack of true championship contention for lower seeds. Counterpoints: More meaningful late-season games for 7–8 win teams; could incentivize tougher schedules. Consensus: 24 feels excessive; 16 or creative auto-bid/play-in models preferred by some. Ohio State NFL Draft Prospects & NFL Combine (Indianapolis) 11 Buckeyes expected to participate. Top projected first-round talents (Caleb Downs, Sonny Styles, Carnell Tate, etc.) likely limited participation or skipping drills to preserve stock. Players to watch / needing strong showings: Max Klare (TE) — hoping to climb into Days 2. Davison Igbinosun (DL) — size/speed testing. Caleb Downs, Arvel Reese, Sonny Styles — athletic freaks; could shine in drills. Caden Curry (EDGE) — undersized but productive; measurements and testing key. Others mentioned: Lorenzo Styles Jr. (special teams upside), Will Kacmarek (blocking TE), CJ Donaldson (RB). General note: Many top prospects now save workouts for pro day/private sessions. Ohio State Men's Basketball Update Recent ranked win (first of season); no consecutive losses yet. Upcoming tough stretch: @ #15 Michigan State (CBS, 1 p.m. Sunday), @ Iowa. Closing games: Purdue (home), @ Penn State, Indiana (home). Need ~20 regular-season wins + Big Ten tournament success for strong NCAA Tournament case. NIL & College Athletics Sustainability (Ted Carter Interview) Ohio State president calls current NIL landscape "not sustainable" long-term (next 3 years). Only ~5 schools can realistically compete at top football NIL level; strains other sports. Discussion: Booster fatigue, disguising payments as NIL, revenue-sharing complications from House settlement. Broader fears: Unsustainable spending, potential super league/independents talk (Ohio State, Michigan, Penn State controlling own rights), massive TV revenue disparity if redistributed by value. Miscellaneous Notes New time slot reminder: Wednesdays at 4 p.m. ET. Kevin working on Big Me podcast episodes. Tony covering position recaps, second-year player outlook, playoff thoughts. Steve heading to NFL Combine next week for interviews. Overall tone: Entertaining, opinionated roundtable with a mix of sarcasm, realism, and concern about college football's direction (playoff expansion, NIL chaos, revenue pressures). The group remains cautiously critical of radical changes while acknowledging money drives everything. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    53 min

  3. 3D AGO

    RECRUITING BATTLES / Ohio State Primetime LIVE 76

    Opening & General Updates Show intro: Monday 7 PM EST, presented by FanDuel. Plug for vocfb.com (articles & updates) and channel engagement (like/share/subscribe). Host recap: Good weekend snowboarding & celebrating with friends/family. Main Segment 1: 2026 Ohio State Defense Expectations Matt Patricia quotes & analysis: Loved the 2025 game-day atmosphere (especially vs. Texas). Excited about developing young players again in 2026. Emphasis on building a fundamentally sound defense. Gaddy's strong take: Patricia is not leaving for the NFL — sounds invested in player development, comfortable at Ohio State, contract/extension signals commitment. Realistic expectations for 2026 defense: Not expecting another top-3/5 unit (unrealistic after heavy turnover). Tempered outlook → top-15 at worst, likely top-20. Key growth needed from: Edric Houston, Jermaine Matthews Jr., Devin Sanchez, Zion Grady, Epi Sinatelli. Historical scoring defense context (last few seasons): 2023: Very strong (low points allowed, excellent vs. pass). 2024: Slightly more points allowed. 2025: Strong again (130 points allowed all season). Bottom line: Defense should remain very good under Patricia + returning coaches/players — no reason to panic. Main Segment 2: Recruiting Battles (2027 class focus)Gaddy highlights several high-profile 2027 prospects where Ohio State is seriously in the mix: Jimmy Callis (OT, Central Catholic, Pittsburgh, PA) 6'6" / 280 lbs, 4-star, #24 OT nationally. Final schools: LSU, Ohio State, Georgia, Texas, Clemson, Miami. Physical, violent blocker — big priority for Tyler Bowen. Taylin Mayo (CB, Louisville HS, Texas) 6'3½" / 185 lbs, 4-star, #12 CB nationally. Final 5: LSU, Ohio State, Oklahoma, Texas, Texas A&M. Elite length + speed (23.59 200m freshman year) — huge upside if skills refined. Rashad Streets (EDGE, Millbrook HS, Raleigh, NC) 6'4" / 230 lbs, 5-star, #8 EDGE nationally. Final 6: Oregon, Ohio State, FSU, NC State, South Carolina, Alabama. Explosive, powerful, great body control — dominant high-school production. Monsoon Sells (WR, Lawrence North, Indianapolis, IN) 6'5" / 195 lbs, 5-star, #2 WR / #9 overall nationally. Final 4: Miami, Alabama, Indiana, Ohio State. Tough battle — Indiana's rise (Kurt Cignetti, NIL, in-state factor) makes it very competitive. Quay Ford (OT, Texas High, Texarkana, TX) 6'5" / 285 lbs, 4-star, #10 OT nationally. Final 5: SMU, Texas, Ohio State, Oregon, Florida. Athletic tackle with advanced technique (even on sophomore highlights). Overall recruiting vibe: Ohio State remains elite in 2027 battles despite NIL noise and past season — still landing blue-chip talent.Main Segment 3: Stock Up / Stock Down – Position Groups (2026 outlook) QB → Stock Up (Julian Sayin year 2 + Tavion St. Clair development + Arthur Smith coaching). RB → Stock Up (Isaiah West / Bo Jackson return + Turbo Rogers + transfers + Legend Bay versatility). WR → Even (Lost big production but added proven portal talent → more versatile room). TE → Stock Down (Lost Max Klare & Kacmarek; Hunter Welcing addition helps but depth thinner). OL → Big Stock Up (Everyone back + strong national rankings). DT → Stock Down (Lost key pieces; new transfers need to step up). EDGE → Stock Up (Kenyatta Jackson return + Zion Grady leap expected + Quay Russo / Epi Sinatelli upside). LB → Stock Down (Heavy losses; Peyton Pierce & Riley Pettyjohn must lead young group). DB → Even (Top-5 potential with Jermaine Matthews, Devin Sanchez leap, Earl Little Jr., Jalen McClain, Terry Moore, etc.). Special Teams → Stock Up (Significant portal upgrades at kicker & punter). Closing & Final Thoughts Big Ten QB depth in 2026 looks elite (multiple top Heisman odds candidates). Encourages engagement for upcoming shows (Wednesday late-night with Mike, Thursday 7 PM call-in show, Mark Rogers Wednesday 11 AM). Classic sign-off: O-H-I-O. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 3m

  4. FEB 11

    Ohio State Buckeyes LIVE 357

    Opening & General Wednesday show, presented by FanDuel. Steve at Schottenstein Center prepping for Ohio State men's basketball vs. USC. Encouragement to like, subscribe, leave comments/questions in chat, and support via Super Chats. Main Discussion Topics Do Buckeye fans care about former players' NFL success (e.g., Super Bowl rings)? Strong consensus: Yes — it's a major point of pride. Reflects program development, recruiting value, and bragging rights. Examples: Jaxon Smith-Njigba (Seahawks, Super Bowl champ, Offensive Rookie of the Year), C.J. Stroud (Texans playoff success), Joe Burrow (past LSU/Heisman pride even after leaving OSU). Fans track OSU alumni in NFL games; university uses it in graphics/marketing. Concern raised: With heavy transfer portal movement and multi-school careers, future bragging rights and "which school" pride may fade (e.g., players at 4–5 colleges). College sports transience (football & basketball) Basketball example: USC's Cam Woods played at 5 schools (Troy → NC A&T → NC State → Robert Morris → USC). Football example: Robbie Ashford (Ole Miss → Oregon → Auburn → South Carolina → Wake Forest). Discussion on how player movement erodes traditional school loyalty/pride (e.g., NFL intros listing colleges, Hall of Fame "hat" debates). Prediction: More players at 4 schools in 4 years; high school + college could reach 7+ stops. 2025 NFL Combine – Ohio State invites 11 Buckeyes invited (solid group, no major snubs noted). Offense: CJ Donaldson (RB), Carnell Tate (WR), Will Kacmarek & Max Klare (TEs). Defense: Caden McDonald (DT), Caden Curry (DL), Sonny Styles & Arvell Reese (LBs), Lorenzo Styles Jr., Davison Igbinosun, Caleb Downs (DBs/safety). Up to 5 could go Round 1; potential to match or approach program highs (e.g., Georgia had 5). Combine attendance boosts draft stock (interviews, medicals, workouts), but some drafted without invites (pro days, connections). 2026 Ohio State football schedule highlights Non-conference: Ball State (home), Kent State (home), Texas (road, Week 2). Brutal Big Ten stretch: Indiana (road), USC (road), Oregon (home) in four weeks (Oct 17 – Nov 7), with bye before USC. Other tough games: Illinois (Bielema factor), Penn State, Michigan, etc. Described as possibly one of the toughest ever; little "breather" stretch. Computer scheduling gave OSU no favors; limited "exhale" weeks. Discussion on Big Ten scheduling formula (performance-based tiers, rivals like Michigan protected, travel constraints — one West trip). Debate on fairness of no divisions (schedule disparity, tiebreakers, championship game relevance). Other quick hits NFL free agency list noted (only Draymond Jones mentioned as OSU alum). Kicking update: OSU added Notre Dame walk-on placekicker (limited experience); competition ongoing with new special teams coordinator. Matt Patricia (DC) status: No news; likely back for 2025 spring; strong year could lead to NFL opportunities afterward. Basketball note: OSU favored -8.5 vs. USC (O/U 151.5); tough loss to Michigan earlier. Closing Show recaps weekly Wednesdays ~4 PM ET. Kevin plans possible Friday show (schedule, combine, women's hockey/Olympic notes). Steve heading to Nashville (OSU vs. Virginia) then Hilton Head; previews spring football soon. Thanks to Jackson Johnson for guest question on potential Alabama series replacement (SMU/Kansas State discussed if canceled; OSU unlikely to play true road-and-home at smaller venues). Overall tone: Typical mix of NFL pride, recruiting/portal reality, schedule toughness, and light-hearted banter about drinking early for noon games and kicking woes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    58 min

  5. FEB 10

    IS PATRICIA LOCKED IN? / Ohio State Primetime LIVE 75

    Opening & Show Plug (00:00–00:02:45) Standard welcome and channel/website plug (vocfb.com). Promotes writers, weekly schedule across multiple teams (Ohio State, Oklahoma, North Carolina, Texas, etc.). Casual chat about Garrison's new hat. Main Sponsor Spot (Betting Picks) Heavy promotion of VOCFB betting content ($99/month via YouTube/Patreon). Highlights: "My picks" (75% ML, 58% ATS), Steve Merrill (28-12 ATS last 3 years on under-the-radar picks), other analysts. 1. Matt Patricia Situation – Is He Locked In? (Core Topic) Rumors surfaced over the weekend about Patricia possibly leaving for NFL opportunities. Pat Murphy quote: "No news is good news… he wants to be here… he deserves the right to take his time." Host's take: Patricia had a strong year; deserves time to evaluate options after a rough NFL HC stint. He's a 3× Super Bowl-winning DC with deep NFL respect and connections. NFL offers likely include more money + vacation time (vs. college's year-round recruiting grind). February timing is terrible — losing a DC now would hurt recruiting, staff cohesion, and replacement options. Host personally believes Patricia wants to stay in Columbus (player relationships, developing young men, big-stage games). Earlier reports said he wasn't asking for an extravagant raise. Host's plea: "Please stay in Columbus." Viewer poll question: Worry level (1–10) if he leaves? Should OSU make him highest-paid DC in CFB? 2. New Hire: Thomas Morton – Assistant Tight Ends Coach Hired to work under Keenan Bailey. Background: Former QB at Southern Miss → player analyst/offensive assistant/QB coach/quality control at Auburn & Troy → QB coach at Stanford (2025) → now OSU TE coach. Speculation: Likely developmental/insurance hire for tight ends room; may indicate Keenan Bailey shifting toward more offensive/game-planning involvement (possible future OC track?). Not a huge splash hire — typical young-coach career ladder move. 3. Recruiting Update – Maxwell Hiller (2027 IOL, #10 national, #1 IOL) Top targets: Alabama, Ohio State, Florida, Tennessee. Host very excited — landing the #1 interior lineman would be one of OSU's biggest OL recruiting wins in years. Scouting notes (via 247): Elite power, leverage, suddenness, pancake potential; could play tackle or even move to DL; multi-sport athlete (basketball standout). Ties to Tyler Bowen's recruiting momentum (especially after criticism of 2025 OL play/development). Host questions: What can Florida/Tennessee offer that OSU can't? Notes 2027 class already strong (#3 nationally); Hiller would elevate it further. 4. Ryan Day Wide Receiver Comments (via 247Sports article) Key quotes/themes from Ryan Day: Moving away from loading up on 5-star WRs; allocating resources to trenches, secondary, QB instead. "You have to figure out where you want to invest your resources these days." Returning core: Jeremiah Smith (huge get), Carnell Tate, Brandon Inniss (needs to step up as senior leader). Portal additions (Kyle Parker, Devin McGowan) + young talent (Phillip Bell, Desi Jones, Chris Henry Jr., incoming Clayton Guilford) make room deeper/more experienced/versatile. Day believes current WR group is better than if they had kept younger portal departures (Quincy Porter, Mylon Graham). Jeremiah makes everyone else's job easier due to defensive attention. Host agrees: More balanced/versatile room than recent years; excited about potential. 5. Legend Babb (2026 ATH/RB) Highlights & Chat Brief sidetrack praising his elite athleticism (10.23 100m, multi-positional threat). Compared favorably to Braxton Miller versatility (QB/RB/WR/return potential); primary role expected as RB but could see slot snaps. 6. SEC Scheduling Drama – Alabama Potentially Backing Out of Series Paul Finebaum reports Alabama AD likely wants out of future Ohio State home-and-home (citing 9th SEC game costs, playoff implications, shaky coaching situation). Host strongly criticizes SEC programs (especially Alabama) for avoiding big non-conference games while preaching toughness. References Mark Ingram's earlier comments about dropping the game to protect playoff résumé. Calls out perceived SEC hypocrisy/weakness; praises Ohio State's willingness to play Texas, Oklahoma, etc. Prediction: Series may not happen. Closing & Final Plugs Sports betting parlay tease (Pistons +4.5, Bulls -2.5, Timberwolves -9). Standard like/subscribe/join membership call. Ends with "O-H-I-O." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    58 min

  6. FEB 6

    TOP 10 PLAYERS GOING INTO 2026 / Ohio State Call-in Show 64

    Episode Overview Host: Garrison Gaddy Date referenced: Thursday night (February 5, 2026) Format: Solo monologue + live chat reactions + brief caller shoutouts Main topic: Fun pre-spring exercise → Top 10 Ohio State players heading into 2026 Other notes: Promotion of VOCFB network, website (bocfb.com), shop, FanDuel sponsorship, betting content plugs, and light banter/shoutouts (Steve, Don, Block, Daniel Henry, Jam, Pete from Buckeye Battlecry, etc.) Garrison's Top 10 Players Going Into 2026 (pre-spring ranking) Jeremiah Smith (WR) Unanimous #1. Best player in college football since high school. Last year in Columbus → ceiling still not reached. Needs to improve vs. zone coverage (compares to Marvin Harrison Jr. & Jaxon Smith-Njigba). "Somber but exciting" final season. Julian Sayin (QB) Redshirt freshman starter in 2025 → exceeded expectations (30+ TDs, All-Big Ten / All-American level. Huge Year 2 leap expected; "insane" potential. Austin Siereveld (OL – primarily LT in 2025) Massive jump from 2024 struggles → "damn good" in 2025. Low pressures/sacks allowed after emergency move to LT. Could move back inside; another leap expected. Luke Montgomery (OL – G) Underrated nationally. Excellent in 2025 (especially playoffs), "pancake connoisseur." High character + well-spoken. Bo Jackson (RB) Clear gap over other 2025 backs (James Peoples, CJ Donaldson, Isaiah West). Most important offensive skill player behind Jeremiah as true freshman. Potential best RB in Big Ten conversation. Kenyatta Jackson Jr. (EDGE/DE) Breakout 2025 (All-Big Ten level). Strong run defender; pass-rush ceiling still untapped. 8–10 sacks projected as success. Jalen McClain (S) Top-10 safety nationally in 2025. Elite closing speed, tackling, angles. Potential breakout/draft year. Earl Little Jr. (S/Nickel – transfer from FSU) High-upside addition (33 solos, 4 INTs, 2 FF in 2025 at FSU). Versatile (safety/nickel). Immediate upgrade over previous options. Zion Grady (EDGE/DE) True freshman standout in 2025 → first off bench late season. High school body → expected massive physical jump. "Complete monster" potential. Devin Sanchez (CB) High ceiling; tools to be elite. Solid 2025 (key snaps vs. Texas/Miami). All-Big Ten upside possible. Notable Omissions / Near Misses Discussed Jermaine Matthews Jr. (CB) → Outside top 10 due to late-2025 drop-off & inconsistency. Still respected, but "show me more" in senior year. Riley Pettyjohn (CB) → Very high talent; limited snaps → "just got to see more." Brandon Inniss (WR) → "Now or never" year with new additions (Chris Henry Jr., McEwen, Kyle Parker, etc.). Others mentioned: Carson Hinzman, Quaden Yoper, etc. Key Side Discussions Arthur Smith OC hire → Mixed feelings but viewed as upgrade over Brian Hartline in play-calling maturity; more play-action expected. Defended Jeremiah Smith hype vs. SEC/big-conference doubters (pointed out 2025 Big Ten defenses outperformed SEC overall). Light banter about hairline, protein shakes, and chat roasting. Final Thoughts from Garrison Top 5 feels very strong/offense-heavy and defensible (A+ range). Overall list received chat grades: A-, B+, C (troll), etc. Emphasized "show me" philosophy over recruiting rankings after two college seasons. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 1m

  7. FEB 5

    2026 SCHEDULE, FRESHMEN IMPACT PLAYERS / Ohio State Buckeyes LIVE 356

    Opening & Show Notes New regular slot: Wednesdays at 4:00 PM ET (but subject to change → turn on notifications). Hosts: Mark Rogers, Steve Helwagen (Bucknuts), Kevin Noon, Tony Gerdeman (Buckeye Huddle). Sponsored by FanDuel. Super Bowl LVIII Discussion (Seattle Seahawks vs. New England Patriots) Buckeye connections in the game (Feb 2026 at Levi's Stadium): Jaxon Smith-Njigba (Seattle WR) — Star rookie-turned-NFL leader in receiving yards; finalist for Offensive Player of the Year; -110 to score TD, +550 for first TD, +550 for MVP (3rd favorite behind QB Sam Darnold and Drake Maye). 35 yards from joining Puka Nacua & Cooper Kupp with 2,000+ yards (reg + postseason) in a season. Drafted 20th overall by Seattle; huge 2025 breakout after injury-limited OSU senior year. TreVeyon Henderson (New England RB) — Inconsistent usage noted; explosive when on field; potential from natty → Super Bowl in consecutive years. Thayer Munford Jr. (New England OL) — Backup; likely limited snaps. Mike Vrabel (New England HC) — Former OSU All-American (mid-90s); caught TD in Super Bowl as NE TE; revived Patriots after tough post-Titans run. Game outlook: Seattle favored (~4.5–5 pts); strong late-season run (blowout vs. SF, tough win vs. LAR); many rooting for Patriots due to Buckeye numbers. Historical Buckeyes in Super Bowls (quick hits): Santonio Holmes – SB XLIII MVP (tip-toe catch). Paul Warfield – 3 SBs with Dolphins (early 70s). Matt Snell – 121 rush yds in SB III (Jets). Others mentioned: Jim Marshall (4 SBs), Mike Vrabel (4), Nate Ebner (3 rings), John Frank (2–3 with 49ers), Malcolm Jenkins, A.J. Hawk, Keith Byers (TD in SB XXXI), Terry Glenn, etc. 2026 Ohio State Schedule Highlights Described as extremely tough ("murderer's row"). Non-conference: at Texas (very difficult road opener). Big Ten slate loaded with high-end opponents: Road games at Indiana (national champs), USC, Iowa. Home games vs. Oregon, Michigan, Illinois. Per early way-too-early rankings: 7 games vs. projected top-25 caliber teams (Texas, Oregon, Indiana, Michigan, USC, Illinois, Iowa). Only "easier" Big Ten games: Northwestern, Maryland. Open date falls awkwardly between @ Indiana and @ USC. Consensus: No true breather weeks; must be near-perfect to go 11–1 or better. Freshmen Impact / Wide Receiver Outlook Focus on Chris Henry Jr. (5-star true freshman WR): Poll results: 53.6% expect 9+ starts; 29.4% say 4–8; only 5.6% say zero. Hosts temper expectations → Jeremiah Smith starting every game as true freshman is not normal. Historical true freshman WRs with 20+ catches at OSU: only 5 ever (Chris Carter, David Boston, Ted Ginn Jr., Garrett Wilson, Jeremiah Smith). Carnell Tate closest recent at ~18 catches. Realistic range: 1–4 starts (or rotation snaps); competition from portal additions (Devin McEwen, Kyle Parker) + Philip Bell (redshirt year experience). Spring ball full-contact concerns for freshmen bodies; OTAs potentially better intro. Other Topics Arthur Smith hire (OC): Seen as strong move → proven play-caller, run-game emphasis, allows Ryan Day to focus on head coaching. New special teams coordinator: Robbie Dishler (from Illinois); Nate Ebner staying to assist. Recruiting/NIL challenges: Finite dollars, agent inflation, Ohio State prioritizing proven players over unproven high-schoolers. Non-conference scheduling debate: Idea floated to incentivize Power 4 games (extra revenue share for top-25 historical matchups). Overall tone: Excited about returning production + new staff additions, but realistic about brutal 2026 schedule and high expectations for freshmen like Chris Henry Jr. Heavy Super Bowl Buckeye talk given the star power involved. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 8m

  8. FEB 3

    MEDIA FEAR MONGERING BUCKEYE FANS / Ohio State Primetime LIVE 74

    Opening / Housekeeping Host apologizes for lower audio quality (forgot main mic; using backup). Encourages likes, shares, subscribes, retweets, hype button, etc. Sponsored segment promoting The Voice of College Football betting picks/membership ($99/month for access to premium picks, including Steve Merrill’s under-the-radar plays). Ryan Day’s Recent Comments – Position Group HighlightsHost shares and reacts to select quotes from Ryan Day’s offseason media availability:Offense Quarterback: Julian Sayin is returning as starter; Day called him “the best quarterback in the country” and expects a big offseason leap (focus on pocket presence, stepping up, avoiding sacks, throws over the middle). Host is optimistic but doesn’t currently believe Sayin is #1 nationally (yet). Running Back: Praised Jacoby Jackson (Florida transfer, talent but injury history) and called Legend Day a “poor man’s Tyreek Hill” / “lightning in a bottle.” Wide Receiver: Brandon Inniss “needs to take the next step” and knows it. Host agrees — felt Sayin missed him several times last year; a bigger Inniss year could have unlocked more. Tight End: Nate Roberts seen as very talented young TE; host excited despite Northwestern transfer addition (Welch?). Offensive Line: Excited about Ian Moore potentially contributing significantly (believes he should start). Defense Defensive Tackle: Will Smith Jr. and Eddrick Houston must step up big (need consistency/production). Linebacker: Loved Christian Alliegro’s toughness/physicality vs. Wisconsin (played through broken hand); expects him in heavy rotation with Pierce, Pettyjohn, TJ Alford. Cornerback: Jay Timmons & Jordan Thomas off to strong winter workouts; very high on Georgia transfer Dominic Kelly (high-level coverage, intelligent, 3 years left). Safety: Duke transfer Terry Moore called “dynamite” with great range; versatility (nickel/safety); high confidence in Earl Little Jr. too. Special Teams New transfer kicker Connor Hawkins came highly recommended. Host excited — Ohio State desperately needs a reliable/elite kicker. Major Injury News – Running Backs Bo Jackson (1,090 rush yds, 8 TD + 200 rec yds last year) and Isaiah West both undergoing shoulder surgery → out for spring. Host views it as precautionary (protect young high-value assets); not overly worried long-term. With Sam WD & James Peoples gone via portal, RB room now very young: Jacoby Jackson (injury recovery), Turbo Rogers (redshirt), freshmen Legend Day & Favorite Key. Speculates Legend Day’s explosiveness/speed/size could make him RB3 early; Turbo could see early reps if healthy/ready. Special Teams Coordinator Hire Robbie Disher hired from Illinois (previously Tulane). Impressive track record: Illinois led nation in punt return average (2024). Back-to-back All-Big Ten kicker & long snapper. Tulane top-30 nationally in many categories (2022); strong blocked kicks, return margins. Host calls it potentially one of Ryan Day’s best hires; believes Ohio State could finally have elite special teams (punt/kick coverage/returns). Media “Fear-Mongering” ArticlesHost calls out two recent articles (MSN / Sports Illustrated) claiming Ohio State will “miss” transfers Mylon Graham, Quincy Porter, and Dominic Kirks → strongly disagrees: Graham & Porter barely played / underproduced; replaced by better portal additions (Kyle Parker, Devin McEwen, etc.) and youth (Chris Henry Jr., Guilford). Kirks had only ~24 career snaps → minimal impact; host questions why anyone would think he’s a big loss. Ohio State 2025 Schedule – Toughest Games Ranking (Conference Only)Host ranks difficulty tiers (50/50, Tough, Give us a fight, No chance): 50/50 (coin-flip level): Indiana (1), Oregon (2), Michigan (3) Tough: Iowa (night @ Kinnick), USC (road, but limited home advantage) Give us a fight: Illinois, Nebraska (road atmosphere) No chance: Maryland, Northwestern Host emphasizes Indiana as potentially the toughest matchup (biggest game in program history, great staff, transfers, atmosphere).Closing / Fan Questions Quick betting pick promo (Pistons-Nuggets over). Asks fans: Which 2025 recruit needs biggest jump? (Eppy Sinzelle, Carter Lowe, Turbo Rogers, TJ Alford currently leading poll). Encourages membership, likes/subscribes. Overall tone: Optimistic about roster depth/talent additions, excited about special teams hire, realistic/cautious about schedule (especially Indiana, Oregon, Michigan), dismissive of negative media narratives. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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