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  1. 2h ago

    Ohio State Call-in Show 84 Presented By Fanduel

    Ohio State Call-In Show 84 (Presented by FanDuel) – Episode Notes Hosts: Garrison Gaddy & Denzel | OhioStateVOCFB | ~52 minutes Intro & Halloween Banter (00:00:33–00:01:25) Garrison and Denzel open the show. Denzel is ready for the weekend after a long week and plans to hand out candy (and jokingly eggs/apples) to kids. Garrison recalls handing out mini toothpaste one year. Quick transition to the big game: Ohio State at USC tomorrow at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Miami ACC Realignment Talk (00:01:25–00:08:40) Garrison reads a CBS Sports report: Miami president (Echeverria) says the ACC is college football’s “second tier” and discusses possible moves to the SEC or Big Ten. Key quotes: “You cannot lock us into a conference.” They maxed out ACC revenue sharing last year despite winning at a high level; other Big Ten/SEC programs make similar money with different investment levels. Miami lines up with Big Ten as an AAU research institution; independent is an option as a national brand but tough for non-football sports. Denzel’s take: Would love Miami in the Big Ten for the competition and fun, but thinks the SEC makes more geographic/sense sense. Big Ten already has West Coast teams, so Miami wouldn’t be the biggest stretch. Garrison’s take: Has wanted Miami (and previously Clemson/FSU) in the Big Ten for years (dating back to ~2018). It would toughen the conference and force Florida teams to travel north. Ohio State already has a strong Florida recruiting pipeline. Believes it would make the Big Ten clearly the best conference. Chat (Aaron): Wouldn’t mind Notre Dame either as a Midwest power. Both hosts note ND will never join. Garrison would enjoy watching them struggle on a full Big Ten schedule; Denzel thinks they’d still be fine if healthy (strong talent at QB CJ Carr, WR, OL, defense). Quick hypothetical on ND vs. Northwestern and Ohio State vs. Northwestern (Chip Kelly factor). Overall consensus: Miami + FSU in the Big Ten would be exciting and competitive. Call-In Show Reminders (00:08:41–00:09:00) Encouragement for viewers to call in with thoughts or drop questions/comments in the chat (Aaron and Daniel specifically tagged). “Respecting Other Teams” Debate (00:09:00–00:13:10) Chat critique (Aaron): Garrison “respects other teams too much.” Garrison’s philosophy: He loves football more than just being an Ohio State fan. He evaluates programs as a former player/coach. Ohio State hasn’t won a Big Ten title since 2020, so other teams deserve respect. Specifically on Miami: They beat Ohio State badly in the playoffs last year and have elite talent this year (QB, RB, WR, OL, DL). He doesn’t hate-watch through pure fan goggles. Denzel pushes back on the “kicked our ass” framing of the Miami game (play-calling issues, Hartline as OC, OL struggles, low yards per carry, time of possession, etc.). Both agree Miami is strong but will lose another game. Stats recap of last year’s playoff game is cited (rushing disparity, third-down efficiency, turnovers, etc.). Next Week’s Week 10 Schedule Preview (00:13:14–00:14:50) Top-25 focused slate: UCLA at Minnesota, Cincinnati at Houston, Iowa at Northwestern, Michigan-Michigan State, BYU at Utah (Holy War — both lean Utah), Texas at Missouri, Oregon at Ohio State, Kentucky at Tennessee, Miami at Notre Dame, Georgia at Ole Miss, Oklahoma at Florida. Called a “full slate” and “really fun week.” Bold Predictions: Ohio State vs. USC (00:14:53–end of relevant sections) Garrison’s predictions: Whichever QB starts (Luke Fahey or the other) throws for 200+ yards. Reasoning: Brock Boyd out; Brandon Ennis out → Jeremiah Smith, Chris Henry Jr., and Devin McEwen form the best WR trio. Chris Henry Jr. has been open and reliable; needs more targets. Devin Sanchez finally gets an interception (with some YAC). Has watched All-22 — corners are coached to play off; Ohio State leads the country in yards per catch. Wants more ball-hawking secondary play. Pressure rate discussion: USC QB Jaden Maiava pressured on ~27% of dropbacks in Big Ten play. Ohio State’s pressure rate is poor (90s–100s nationally). Something has to give — opportunity for Kerry Wilder and others to get after the QB. USC passes a ton (especially on second down ~71%). Run defense has been solid enough to let pass rushers hunt. Denzel’s predictions: Similar pressure/pass-rush thoughts; agrees Wilder should play more in a pass-heavy matchup. Chris Henry Jr. scores 2 TDs (~65 yards). Jeremiah and McEwen fill in the rest. Bo Jackson goes for 100+ yards (if 22+ carries, over 110). Isaiah West over 60 yards. USC’s front is soft (Wisconsin ran for ~153 yards). Final score range: Ohio State 24–28 points. Additional score/chat takes: Aaron’s prediction of 31-13 called “doable.” Discussion that a blowout of USC would have Garrison fully back on the national championship train (he had previously said a 40-10 win would do it). Secondary & Devin Sanchez Expectations (interwoven ~00:17:30–00:31:00) Long back-and-forth on Sanchez. Denzel wants more plays on the ball and less off-coverage on third-and-medium. Garrison notes Sanchez is a sophomore still developing; compares trajectory to Igbin Nelson’s early years. DPI calls are often ticky-tack. High school ranking doesn’t guarantee college dominance (examples: Bryce Underwood, Terrell Pryor). Chat pushback on “average” corners and high expectations. Consensus: Sanchez is solid/good but not yet All-American level; lofty expectations breed disappointment. Cam Calhoun viewed as a clear drop-off. Secondary overall still ranked among the best in the country; safeties are excellent. Julian Sayin Toughness & Running Conversation (00:31:30–00:43:00) Triggered by Chris Drew (Dead Air Sports) comments. Garrison questions whether the offseason “make Julian tougher / run more” emphasis was overdone and may have taken away from his precision/accuracy strengths. Hits accumulate, and his body may not be built for heavy designed runs. Denzel: It was necessary. Last year’s Big Ten Championship vs. Indiana and playoff vs. Miami showed moments where he shied away from contact (QB sneaks, some throws). This year’s runs put toughness on film. Even knowing it led to injury, he’d still do it. Garrison’s preseason stance: If Sayin got hurt, the championship window closed. He’s not ready to fully reverse that with a true freshman or redshirt freshman under center (only Trevor Lawrence precedent comes up). Neither backup is a top-10 NFL pick yet, but development is unknown (Joe Burrow example). Chat takes: Julian was more mobile this year but running still looked forced at times (“forcing a kid to eat broccoli”). Both want whoever starts tomorrow to succeed. Ohio State still has championship talent (WRs, improving RBs/OL, defense) if they lean into the run and the defense holds. Offensive Line & Closing Notes (00:49:00–00:51:55) Austin Siereveld expected back at tackle. Projected OL: Siereveld, Montgomery, Hensman, Gabe VanSickle, etc. Preference debate: Phillip Daniels or Ian Moore at right tackle. Both have had inconsistent seasons (Moore missed assignments/slow off the ball; VanSickle better in run than pass). VanSickle praised for run blocking. Outro: Hope for a win tomorrow. Reminder of Monday Primetime Live Show (Garrison, Denzel, Riley). Sign-off with “OH-IO.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  2. 3d ago

    USC WEEK / Ohio State Buckeyes LIVE 393

    Ohio State Buckeyes LIVE 393 – USC Week OhioStateVOCFB | Host: Mark Rogers | Panel: Steve Helwagen (Bucknuts 247), Tony Gerdeman (Buckeye Weekly) | Special Guest: Ryan Abraham (Inside Troy) Focus: Preview of Ohio State at USC (Coliseum) with deep dive into USC’s Wisconsin loss, Lincoln Riley’s status, defensive personnel, historical rivalry notes, OSU quarterback/injury updates, and broader Big Ten/CFB context. Opening & Wisconsin Recap (0:00–10:30) Helmet-game framing for OSU-USC; nostalgia noted but emphasis on current stakes. Ryan Abraham on returning from Madison: USC scored only 7 points (first time in Lincoln Riley’s 10 years as head coach). Wisconsin’s pressure (often 7- or 8-man looks) dominated; USC had -17 rushing yards and could not protect Jaden Maiava. OL issues: Interior struggled with assignments/chipping; even with Elijah Page back and a true freshman LT who handled Penn State well, protection collapsed. Maiava’s two early INTs (one tipped, one late over the middle) and lack of “juice” after a dropped open throw on the first series stood out. Not typical of his body of work. Wayman Jordan was a healthy scratch (not on injury report). King Miller has been the better back overall; younger backs showed some early flashes. Running game inconsistency (hesitation in holes) remains an issue. Clip-ready: Ryan on “seven points is the first time” (~2:25) and the Wisconsin pressure scheme details (~4:50–6:30). Travel Toll, Riley Job Security & Program Outlook (10:30–15:00) Third multi-time-zone road trip east of the Rockies (Rutgers, Penn State, Wisconsin). Oregon won the Big Ten in Year 1 of realignment, but the cumulative travel is real. Fanbase has already “fired” Riley. Contract was heavily favorable to him (large buyout, estimated $60-70M range). Jen Cohen/AD in a tough spot—creative math and booster calls would be required. Preseason “playoff or bust” messaging and new $200M+ football facility contrast with losses to a mid Oregon (backup QB) and a Wisconsin team that threw for only 58 yards. Upcoming schedule includes Indiana and other top-10 teams. Clip-ready: Ryan on the buyout reality and booster dynamics (~12:50–14:00); “math doesn’t work” on more West Coast home games (~11:45). Defensive Assessment & Key Players (15:30–19:00) Gary Patterson moved to the box after Oregon; communication issues (wristband looks at the snap) reduced and defense has been better the last three games (Washington, Penn State, Wisconsin). Still not dominant, but improved. Front is the strength: Judea Basiri (interior), Jakeem Stewart (playing through injury, athletic with burst), Luke Wafle (true freshman, consistent pressure). Back seven less consistent. Albert Hill (true freshman CB, Ohio guy) has been solid in the rotation despite occasional penalties. Johnson Williams (Iowa State transfer) is a corner to watch vs. Jeremiah Smith. Safeties and LBs have not stood out consistently. Clip-ready: Ryan naming the three DL to watch (~17:20–18:20). Historical Rivalry Notes (19:30–25:00) 24 previous meetings (second-most non-conference opponent for OSU historically). First Big Ten matchup. USC had dominated for stretches; OSU snapped a 7-game skid in the 2017 Cotton Bowl (JT Barrett over Sam Darnold, 24-7). OSU has not scored a TD at the Coliseum vs. USC since 1949 (or possibly 1943—clarification sought on air). Combined 9 points in the four games since. 1989 (42-3) and Tressel-era 35-3 losses remembered as miserable. Point-spread discussion: OSU favored by ~7. Time-zone travel and bounce-back potential after a flat performance are factors. USC has been better at home. Clip-ready: Steve’s historical TD drought and Cotton Bowl reflection (~20:30–22:00); spread and “nothing would surprise me” tone (~23:00–24:30). Culture Concerns & Program Trajectory (32:00–37:00) On-field celebrations and lack of urgency noted (e.g., dancing after plays while trailing or near the goal line). Lincoln Riley timeout/delay-of-game sequence vs. Wisconsin cited as a microcosm—hesitation, then blaming the official. Comparison to Ryan Day’s “no blame, complain, and defend” standard. USC has talent but has not consistently become a “team.” Best Big Ten win since joining remains last year’s Michigan team (or Iowa). Relevance since Pete Carroll era has been limited (no playoff appearances; last serious national-title run was 2008). Clip-ready: Culture critique and Riley timeout moment (~32:30–34:20). Ohio State Quarterback & Injury Updates (39:30–48:00) Ryan Day non-committal on starter. Both Luke Fahey and Tavian St. Clair practiced well; extra work Sunday. Consensus expectation is Fahey, with St. Clair possibly getting a first-half series for evaluation. Day has repeatedly noted Fahey was ahead before the competition intensified. Austin Searveld practicing and expected back (likely right tackle). Health management required. Kenyatta Jackson and Jay Timmons status monitored—Timmons particularly valuable in coverage. Jacoby Jackson out for the regular season (Lisfranc surgery). Running-back duties fall more to Isaiah West (flashes vs. Indiana) and Legend Bay (still looking for consistent role). Need for other skill players (Ennis, McEwen, Parker, etc.) to step up beyond Jeremiah Smith. Heisman chatter for Jeremiah Smith noted; bye week cooled momentum in some media circles. Clip-ready: Day’s QB comments and Fahey/St. Clair framing (~40:00–41:30 and ~46:40–47:30); Jackson injury and RB implications (~43:30–44:30). Closing Thoughts & Broader Context (50:00–end) Parity is extreme (high percentage of Big Ten conference games have been Vegas upsets). Nothing would surprise on Saturday given backup QB, travel, and USC home environment. OSU still viewed as clearly the better team overall, but execution and supporting cast must elevate. Promos for BuckeyeInsiders.com, Buckeye Weekly Podcast, and Bucknuts.com coverage. Quick Takeaways USC’s Wisconsin performance was an outlier offensively under Riley, driven by OL and Maiava issues, but defensive front has playmakers. Riley’s buyout and fan fatigue create a fragile situation heading into a tough stretch. Historical Coliseum struggles for OSU are extreme; first Big Ten meeting carries extra weight. OSU expects Luke Fahey to start with St. Clair in the mix; several skill/OL pieces returning or still working back. Culture and consistency remain the open questions for USC; OSU’s talent edge is clear but the environment and QB situation make the spread interesting. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  3. 4d ago

    Buckeyes & The USC Trojan’s Last Stand! / Ohio State Primetime LIVE 108 Presented By FanDuel

    Ohio State Primetime LIVE 108 “Buckeyes & The USC Trojans’ Last Stand!” Presented by FanDuel | OhioStateVOCFB Hosts: Garrison Gaddy, Denzel Jones, Riley Burnett Guests: Crash “Crashlit” Collier & Nolan Ezzett (USCVOCFB) Air date: Monday night (pre-Ohio State @ USC) Episode Overview Hosts break down recent Big Ten chaos, recap last week’s Best Bets, preview Ohio State’s trip to the Coliseum (first win there since 1946), dive deep into the Buckeyes’ QB situation after Julian Sayin’s injury, analyze USC’s poor showing vs. Wisconsin, and bring on USC voices Crash and Nolan for a full cross-network discussion. Score predictions and final thoughts close the show. Key Segments & Timestamps 00:00:34 – 01:10 — Intro & Welcome Garrison welcomes Denzel and Riley. Denzel is hyped after Minnesota’s win. Call for likes/shares/subscribes + shout-out to Mark Rogers’ Wednesday show. 01:25 – 04:55 — Big Ten & National Recap Illinois big win over Oregon. Northwestern continues to handle smaller Big Ten teams. Wisconsin blows out USC 24-7 in Madison. Michigan loses to Indiana again. Iowa beats Minnesota (Denzel’s view: Iowa “won” regardless of the scoreboard; discussion of Minnesota QB Hocklinski being benched). Riley highlights BYU’s loss and UCF (former national champs) storming the field vs. BYU in a long OT game. Rare back-to-back weeks of heavy top-10 losses. 04:57 – 08:48 — Best Bets Recap (FanDuel) & This Week’s Picks Last week: 2-3. Michigan +41.5 cashed (early). Iowa/Minnesota under 40.5 cashed (12-23). Ole Miss -3.5 lost. This week’s picks: Michigan/Rutgers under 46.5 (triple down). North Dakota State/UTEP over 43.5. Missouri -9.5 vs. Arkansas. 08:48 – 11:15 — Ohio State @ USC Opening Thoughts Line moved from -7.5 to -6.5 (Ohio State). Game on CBS at 3:30 ET. Ohio State hasn’t won at the Coliseum since 1946. Denzel: USC’s D-line looked completely lost on RPOs vs. Wisconsin — “high school vs. college.” If Ohio State establishes the run, the game is over. Riley: Keep it simple on offense; stay on schedule. USC still averages ~32 PPG and Maiava has ~2,300 yards. 11:15 – 19:45 — Ohio State QB Situation (Julian Sayin out) Focus on true freshman Luke Fahey vs. Tavion St. Clair. Riley & Denzel lean Fahey: better mental processing, quicker to the playbook (Arthur Smith’s pro-style), more consistent. Size concerns exist but he’s handled it. St. Clair has a stronger deep ball and more “exciting” plays when he connects, but more inconsistent. Discussion of Urban Meyer publicly preferring St. Clair. Hosts push back — developmental edge and playbook grasp matter more than star rating or in-state status. Fahey’s high-school schedule (Mission Viejo) was elite. Garrison has Fahey penciled in as the starter. 19:45 – 28:55 — USC Home/Road Splits, Defense, & Ohio State D USC is dramatically better at home (36 PPG home vs. 26 road; 24 TDs home vs. 10 road). Rain in the forecast. Hosts debate whether Wisconsin’s performance travels or if USC will respond as a “cornered animal.” Ohio State defensive stats under Matt Patricia (impressive despite heavy portal losses). Front seven has flipped the script after early struggles. 28:55 – ~1:09:20 — Guests: Crash Collier & Nolan Ezzett (USCVOCFB) Crash: First Coliseum game of the year for him; big redemption opportunity for USC after the Wisconsin disaster. They must capitalize on Ohio State’s QB situation and keep their playoff hopes alive. Nolan: Lincoln Riley’s “one run play per series” rule is real (exception on 3rd-and-long). Maiava is the engine; when he’s off, the offense collapses. Trent Mosley is the true WR1 when healthy; Caden Dixon-Wyatt has emerged. Mark Bowman is a freak TE. Both guests stress USC must get pressure on the young QB and not let Jeremiah Smith take over. Score Predictions Crash: USC 28-24 Nolan: Ohio State 24-17 Riley: Ohio State 27-21 Denzel: Ohio State 24-10 (culture concerns with USC; doesn’t buy the “they’ll bounce back” narrative) Garrison: Ohio State 27-21 ~1:09:20 – End — Final Thoughts & Close Expect short/quick game early for Fahey, then open it up if he’s comfortable. Lean on the run game (Isaiah West, Bo Jackson, etc.). Secondary concerns if Jay Timmons is out (Cam Calhoun vs. Simeon Caldwell discussion). Shout-outs to Pit Boss grills. Next show Friday (call-in; possible early/late start due to high school playoff duties). Clip-Friendly Timestamps (Short-Form / Social) 02:22–02:28 — Denzel on Michigan losing to Indiana (“Couldn’t have saw that coming”). 05:03–05:15 — USC’s terrible drive chart vs. Wisconsin. 09:57–10:16 — Denzel’s RPO/D-line rant on USC. 13:30–14:20 — Fahey vs. St. Clair mental processing debate. 46:00–46:40 — Nolan’s “Lincoln Riley rulebook” (one run play per series). 59:18–1:00:00 — Crash’s USC 28-24 prediction. 1:02:00–1:02:20 — Denzel’s culture critique of USC. Key Takeaways QB: Hosts are riding with Luke Fahey as the starter — better playbook grasp and consistency over St. Clair’s higher ceiling/inconsistency. USC Defense: Looked lost vs. Wisconsin; Ohio State should be able to run the ball and keep it simple. USC Offense: Still dangerous at home with Maiava, Mosley, Dixon-Wyatt, Bowman, and King Miller. Betting Lean: Hosts mostly like Ohio State to win and cover the ~6.5, though they expect a competitive game. Tone: Ohio State side is confident but respectful of USC’s home environment and desperation. USC side sees a must-win redemption spot. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  4. Oct 21

    HANGING IN THE BALANCE? / Ohio State Buckeyes LIVE 392

    HANGING IN THE BALANCE? / Ohio State Buckeyes LIVE 392 OhioStateVOCFB Host: Mark Rogers (Voice of College Football) Guest: Steve Helwagen (Bucknuts247 Senior Editor) Air date context: Post-Ohio State 19-15 win at Indiana (bye week ahead; Julian Sayin injury dominates) Episode Overview The show centers on the massive uncertainty created by Julian Sayin’s injury. Ohio State escaped Bloomington with a 19-15 win that felt like a loss because of the quarterback situation. Helwagen and Rogers break down the game’s officiating controversies, defensive standouts, offensive line and running-game shortcomings, Sayin’s uneven play before the injury, and how the staff should prepare Luke Fahey (and possibly Tavion St. Clair) during the bye for a tough road trip to USC. Tone is realistic-to-cautiously-optimistic: the defense is elite, but the offense has clear issues and the QB situation is fluid. Timestamped Key Segments 0:00–2:20 | Opening & Sayin injury status High standard of QB play at Ohio State; Sayin met it for ~1.5 seasons. Now out “at least several weeks.” Helwagen has no inside info and says prepare for the worst-case scenario (possible transfer or NFL draft decision). Nothing is off the table. Day expected to give a briefing after practice; HIPAA limits what can be said. Take it one week at a time. Luke Fahey (true freshman) was not ready when dropped into a top-5 road game vs. a top-10 defense after limited prior snaps. 2:20–5:55 | The 19-15 win felt like a loss Late-game management with Fahey was questionable (asking a true freshman to throw instead of running to burn clock). Win came at a huge price (Sayin injury). Pessimists say the season is over; optimists note the talent and defense. Reality is somewhere in the middle. Bright spot: bye week gives two weeks to prepare Fahey as the starter for USC. 5:55–12:20 | Officiating: penalties called and not called Roughing the passer/targeting on Jermaine Matthews (targeting later removed); announcers questioned the call. Multiple non-calls of pass interference on Jeremiah Smith (photographic evidence of early contact, including on a tipped interception that gifted Indiana a short field and their only TD in the first three quarters, and a bomb down the middle). Estimated 10–14 point swing from these plays. Ryan Day repeatedly talks to officials about it, but it continues. Holding on Carson Hinzman was correctly called (negated a big Bo Jackson run). Riley Pettijohn held on the final Indiana play (egregious non-call that could have ended the game earlier). Rogers notes the “step and a half” standard for pass rushers and the limited target area (above the waist, below the neck). 12:20–16:10 | Final drive details & historical context Pettijohn forced pressure and batted a pass earlier in the series. Bo Atkinson’s tackle for no gain on 3rd down set up 4th-and-4. Nick Marsh catch was out of bounds (left foot clearly out); angle of the stadium made it hard to see live. Game of inches throughout. Indiana could have won it in other iterations. Landmark outcomes: snapped Indiana’s 22-game win streak; first home loss for Cignetti in 20 games; rematch of Big Ten Championship; last two national champions playing each other. Ohio State has only beaten a top-5 team on the road twice in the last 20 years (Penn State 2024 and this game). 16:10–22:15 | Defensive performance & standouts Defense played lights-out; limited Indiana to one sustained TD drive. Jay Timmons (nickel, #25): forced a fumble, multiple tackles, left with concussion (wanted to return). Named National Freshman of the Week (247Sports) and Big Ten Freshman of the Week. Future star / building block. Riley Pettijohn flashing consistently (pressure, batted pass). Jalen McClain’s fingerprints on all four Big Ten wins; dropped pick was a deflection that changed trajectory at the last moment. Neither team established the run. Charlie Becker had a big day (9 for 165) vs. Devin Sanchez in coverage, but overall TD prevention was excellent. Matt Patricia’s plan worked. 22:15–29:00 | Quarterback situation: Fahey vs. Tavion St. Clair St. Clair has comparable (or more) practice reps to what Sayin had before starting vs. Texas last year. Helwagen saw St. Clair in high school at Bellefontaine (smaller-school league). Family later moved brother to Upper Arlington for better competition. St. Clair has not seen Big Ten-level defenses consistently. Coaches have a year-and-a-half of practice tape on him. Not ruled out. Recommendation: build packages for both QBs, get both live reps in the bye, and consider playing both early at USC. Don’t go into the Coliseum with only one prepared option. USC is playing for its playoff/Big Ten Championship life after a home loss to Oregon. 29:00–35:00 | Offensive line, running game, and Sayin’s play Running game and offensive line are not Big Ten Championship caliber right now. Missing Jacoby Jackson’s physicality. Bo Jackson and Isaiah West (off the bench) did what they could, but the line struggled (depth issues finally showed; Phillip Daniels returning after four weeks missed vs. a strong Indiana front). Daniels’ early release contributed to the sack/fumble that injured Sayin. Two holds, two false starts, three sacks (some on Sayin indecision). Sayin was off: 5-for-14 in the first half, inaccurate (overthrew Smith for a pick), indecisive on earlier sacks, improved in the second half but still not sharp. This was roughly his 20th–21st start. Need more production from veteran receivers (Devin McEwen, Brandon Ennis, Kyle Parker) and tight ends. Early TE success on the first drive wasn’t sustained. Positive: Arthur Smith’s goal-line sequence (Smith drawing defenders, then easy pitch to Bo Jackson for the TD). Seventh time this year they’ve scored a TD in the final 30 seconds of a half. Chris Henry’s route-running and catch highlighted. 35:00–end | Looking ahead, odds, and wrap-up Bye week is critical for Fahey (and St. Clair) preparation. USC road game (Oct. 31, 7:30 p.m. ET, NBC) will be difficult. Helwagen expects Ohio State to still be a slight favorite (previously would have been larger). Big Ten Championship odds (FanDuel) still have Ohio State as the favorite at -125; three remaining home games help. Helwagen notes past Ohio State struggles scoring TDs in the Coliseum vs. USC historically. Closing: check Day’s comments for any Sayin update; next week is the full USC preview. Key Takeaways Sayin injury is the dominant storyline. “Several weeks” minimum; season-ending or transfer/NFL scenarios are not being ruled out. Prepare for Fahey as the starter. 19-15 win was costly. Defense carried the day, but the offense looked limited even before the injury, and the late-game plan with Fahey was conservative to a fault. Officiating was a major factor. Multiple uncalled PIs on Jeremiah Smith and at least one clear holding non-call on the final series. These shaped the final score. Defense is the strength. Timmons, Pettijohn, McClain, and the unit overall played at a high level and limited a strong Indiana offense. OL and run game are concerns. Not currently at championship level; depth and consistency issues showed against Indiana’s front. Supporting cast must elevate if Fahey (or St. Clair) starts. Bye-week plan should include both QBs. Get Fahey and St. Clair live reps and packages. USC is a hostile environment and a must-win type game for the Trojans. Season outlook remains open. Defense + talent + schedule (home games remaining) keep Big Ten Championship odds favorable, but QB play and the run game will decide how far they go. Notable Quotes / Lines Helwagen on the win: “It felt like a loss. It looked like a loss.” / “Take your win.” On Fahey’s late snaps: Questioning why they asked a true freshman to throw instead of running to burn clock. On officials: Repeated frustration with early contact on Jeremiah Smith that went uncalled. On the OL: “Offensive line’s a disaster right now.” On Sayin: He “was off” and “so indecisive” in key moments; still one of the top 5–10 QBs in the country when healthy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. 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  5. Oct 20

    BIG Win In Bloomington & QB Questions Looming! / Ohio State Primetime LIVE 108 Presented By FanDuel

    Ohio State Primetime LIVE 108 Presented by FanDuel Hosts: Garrison Gaddy, Riley Burnett, Denzel Jones Title: BIG Win In Bloomington & QB Questions Looming! Aired: OhioStateVOCFB Intro & Betting Recap (00:00:31–00:03:45) Hosts open with the win in Bloomington. Garrison recaps his bets from the previous week: Florida-Texas under 52.5 (hit at 51 total), Western Michigan moneyline over Central Michigan (21-14), and Michigan-Penn State under 41.5 (hit at 39). This week’s bets: Indiana at Michigan under 41.5 (likes Michigan’s front against the run), Iowa-Minnesota under 40.5, and Ole Miss +3.5 at Texas. Weekend Chaos Across College Football (00:03:45–00:05:53) Alabama gets “dog-walked” by Tennessee (hosts cite roughly 26-10/26-12). Auburn beats Georgia. BYU beats Notre Dame at home. UCLA beats Wisconsin; hosts note UCLA is technically first in the Big Ten at that moment. Hosts enjoy seeing Alabama and Georgia (previously viewed as top-tier) lose, and enjoy Notre Dame’s loss. Riley notes Auburn stepped up in big moments (Evan McPherson’s brother “Money Mac” hits a clutch kick). Alabama’s offense looked out of sync; Keelan Russell uncomfortable. Other QBs Struggling + Michigan Situation (00:05:53–00:09:24) Garrison highlights that Ohio State survived Julian’s poor game while other high-profile QBs also struggled: Keelan Russell: 19/29, 150 yards, 2 INT, 1 fumble. Gunner Stockton: 22/34, 2 TD, 2 INT, 1 fumble. C.J. Carr: 27/49, 261 yards, 1 fumble. Michigan pulls Bryce Underwood for Tommy Carr at half vs. Penn State. Hosts note Michigan fans had high expectations after the five-star QB arrival; Underwood has struggled. Tommy Carr comes in but still throws for under 50 yards. Michigan gets its first Big Ten win. Garrison jokes that whoever starts for Ohio State vs. USC will throw for more than 50 yards in a half. Ohio State 19-15 Win at Indiana (00:09:24 onward) Final: Ohio State (then No. 4) beats No. 5 Indiana 19-15 on the road in Bloomington. Hosts call it an ugly, gritty win. Initial reactions: Denzel immediately praises the defensive line (held Indiana under 100 rushing yards) and the run defense. Riley notes that when other teams win ugly it is framed as “gritty/empowering,” but Ohio State gets criticized for the same result. Garrison references the Buckeye Space at halftime full of criticism while Ohio State was up 3 on the road against the No. 5 team with a struggling QB. Defense Breakdown Defensive line / Front seven: Hosts call this the deepest defensive tackle room of Ryan Day’s tenure (John Walker III, Andrew Houston, Jason Moore, Will Smith Jr.). Edges and front seven played well against one of the better RB tandems in the country. Peyton Pierce has his best game of the year, including a key pass breakup in the end zone. Transfer linebacker from Wisconsin gets praise after earlier skepticism. No. 12 (Cleve Mike) gets the critical sack that forces fourth-and-4 late. Hosts note the “praise as loudly as we critique” rule. Secondary & Devin Sanchez debate (extended segment): Denzel argues Devin Sanchez is overrated relative to the hype and five-star pedigree. He cites multiple first downs given up, including a contested catch by Charlie Becker, and says Sanchez has not lived up to the aura or the “All-American” expectations. He compares unfavorably to prior corners (e.g., Igbinosun). Garrison and Riley push back: Ohio State played a lot of man coverage (islands). Charlie Becker is a top-3/top-5 receiver with elite contested-catch ability. One deep contested catch by Becker is offset by a breakup; the ball simply wasn’t thrown his way often enough to evaluate fully. Riley emphasizes how difficult it is to play the boundary against Curt Cignetti’s RPO-heavy offense (slants, quick game, stacked box). Other secondary notes: Jay Timmons is repeatedly called a difference-maker and “the best player on the defense” / “playing like the best safety in America.” Nickel play is strong. Overall, the defense held Josh Hoover to roughly 50% completion on 40 attempts. Hosts note the defense is better than expected and compare points allowed historically (this year’s unit around 13.4 PPG). Offense & Julian’s Performance Julian has his worst game of the career. Hosts note uncharacteristic misses and pressure issues. Indiana sent pressure and Julian looked flustered. QB situation going forward (major discussion): Hosts lean toward giving Fahey (smaller, quicker, better escapability on early runs) the full opportunity and first-team reps. Tavion has size (6'5") and a year of experience but has not developed as expected. Leash should be short if the starter struggles in upcoming games. Isaiah West’s emergence as a runner is viewed as helpful for the QB situation (takes pressure off). Garrison stresses running the ball, slants, and crossers until the offense stabilizes. Jeremiah Smith’s Heisman case is put “on the back burner” for now; win with the run game and defense. Other offensive notes: Bo Jackson and Isaiah West got tough yards against a strong Indiana front. Arthur Smith’s fourth-down flat route to Bo is praised as a strong call in a high-leverage spot. Special teams (Connor Hawkins field goals) and Phillip Daniels’ fumble recovery are credited as game-saving. Rankings & Closing Discussion Hosts review the new top 5/top 8 and their own power rankings. Debate on Ohio State not being No. 1 (Garrison wants them higher; Denzel prefers them at 3 so they “play better”). Miami at No. 1 draws criticism (schedule). Notre Dame at 4 draws criticism (only real loss so far, weak résumé). Indiana should still be higher in some views. Utah’s top-10 ranking questioned due to schedule. Garrison’s updated CFP-style rankings emphasize consistency and wins (Ohio State has two top-10 road wins). Big Ten standings briefly reviewed. Show closes with thanks, reminder of Friday call-in show, and Pit Boss sponsorship. Notable Clip-Worthy Moments Garrison’s betting hits and new under bets (early). “Win by any means necessary / sometimes ugly” framing of the Indiana win. Full Devin Sanchez debate (roughly 00:19–00:29). Jay Timmons praise as the best defensive player. Fahey vs. Tavion QB discussion and short-leash comments. “Jeremiah Smith Heisman on the back burner — win with the run game and defense.” Phillip Daniels fumble recovery and special teams credit. Ryan Day reaction shot after Julian’s sack (emotional, doesn’t look at his QB). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  6. Oct 17

    Ohio State Call-in Show 82 Presented By FanDuel

    Ohio State Call-in Show 82 Presented by FanDuel Hosts: Garrison Gaddy & Denzel Jones | Guest: Bradley Loomis (IndianaVOCFB) OhioStateVOCFB | Focus: Ohio State at Indiana (Big Noon Kickoff) preview, 14-team CFP reaction, injury report, player predictions, matchup analysis, and other Week games. 00:00–02:30 | Open & Weather Banter Garrison welcomes everyone to the Ohio State Call-in Show, presented by FanDuel, with Denzel. Tomorrow’s game is Ohio State at Indiana. Call-in link and chat are open. Light free-for-all energy. Denzel notes it’s too cold; both are Michigan-born Buckeyes. Banter about northern Michigan toughness, lake effect, and not being ready for the weather yet (kids not outside, rainy/windy). 02:30–09:30 | 24-Team CFP Discussion Vote has passed for a 24-team playoff. Denzel: Middle of the road. Excited for more upsets (March Madness style) and more football, but skeptical of the ESPN money angle. Good and bad for the sport. Garrison: Truly doesn’t care. Sport changes daily; better to move with the times than whine (no vote that matters). Reads his earlier tweet points: ~138 FBS teams → 17% make the playoff (not a lot). Every other level (FCS, D2, D3, NAIA, JUCO) already has this. Ranking the top 3–5 should mean something. Get over it — you’ll still watch, buy tickets/jerseys. Older fans more resistant (nostalgia); younger fans generally fine with more football. Hypothetical 2025-style first-round matchups (Utah-Michigan, BYU-Oregon, Vanderbilt-Virginia, Alabama-Duke, Tulane-Texas) would be watchable. Ohio State “will never have to worry about this.” 09:30–14:00 | Injury Report & Early Game Feel Ohio State injury report raises anxiety for Garrison (already a little fearful/anxious of the matchup). Key names discussed: Jacoby Jackson (prefers him available as a quality Big Ten back), missing best OL, Philip Daniels (big if healthy so Austin Cervo can slide), Gabe Insickle (excellent in run game), Brock Boyd (questionable), Turbo (in and out), Isaiah West (questionable but expected to play), Kerry Wilder (injured), Deontay Armstrong (third-string guard). Indiana strengths noted: edge rushers get attention, but defensive tackles are the better part of the unit; LBs (Hardy top-3 Big Ten/nation) are dogs. Denzel: Not overly worried — wants to see what Bo Jackson does. “This is where you make your money.” 14:00–26:00 | Player Predictions & Offensive Outlook Denzel’s list (he has six): Devin Sanchez gets a pick (feels like his game; wakes up against good receivers). Jeremiah Smith: ~120 yards + 2 TDs (around FanDuel line of 132.5). Rest of the team eats — Chris Henry Jr. ~60 yards + TD (solidifies as clear No. 2; breakout week). Bo Jackson: 105 rushing yards (all rushing emphasis in the moment; long of 20). Plus defensive notes (Edrick Houston mentioned). Garrison: If the OL holds up vs. Indiana’s D-line, Julian Sayin has time → potential legacy game for him + Bo Jackson “legacy game part two” (references true freshman spark in the Michigan win). Jeremiah gets the ball moved around (boundary/slot). Other WRs (Chris Henry Jr., Devin McEwen, Kyle Parker, Brandon Ennis) get touches; room getting healthier at the right time. Bo can also contribute in the receiving game. Score feel: Denzel roughly 28-13/17 range (Ohio State capitalizes where Nebraska missed red-zone chances). OL is currently the weakest offensive unit; Indiana’s strength is the D-line (especially interior). Pass rush overall has been light (9 sacks on the season). Props: Bo Jackson over/under 75.5 rushing yards. FanDuel plug for props. 26:00–31:20 | More Predictions & LB Notes Garrison expands on WR room progress and health. Chris Henry Jr. confidence built from early-season ups and downs (including the early INT-turned-TD stretch) plus blocking. Peyton Pierce and Raleigh Pettijohn need their best tackling games of the season (Indiana will run the ball). Garrison’s “you better play f*****g good” message to Pierce — fair-weather support acknowledged; coverage questions remain but run-support/tackling is non-negotiable. Pettijohn had a rough tackling day previously and isn’t on the injury report. 31:20–59:00 | Guest: Bradley Loomis (IndianaVOCFB) Brad joins (brief mute issue). Mutual respect. Score predictions: Denzel originally higher (around 34-something), now 26-20. Brad: 21-17 Indiana at home (changed from earlier). Brad’s confidence levels: Most confident — D-line (waves, true freshman Blake Smythe stepping up; top-5 pressure rate with low blitz rate; can get home with four). Least confident — secondary. Matchup framing: Battle of heavyweights (national level: Alabama/Georgia, Ohio State/Indiana). Stats-out-the-window game. Indiana has gotten better as the season goes (pattern from year one). Talent gap from 2024 is gone. Garrison: Nervous. Offensively better than last year, defensively not. Somewhere between 2024 and 2025 Indiana. Tackling issues for both; Indiana’s RBs more explosive. Strength of Indiana D is the interior line + LBs. Ohio State will try to get the ball out quick. WRs should be fine vs. Indiana DBs (Jeremiah is different; others can eat). Brad: Trenches favor Indiana; outsides favor Ohio State (composite). Secondary is the weakness; Jeremiah is the best player in college football. Game of the year potential, fourth-quarter type. Other notes: Josh Hoover “due” for a turnover but Brad isn’t overly worried (character, confidence, support system; might throw a pick but they’ll get one back). Curt Cignetti is a buzzsaw. Ohio State in “wounded animal” mode (Ryan Day different). Home environment will be loud (Autzen-style noise). Both teams top-4 caliber; opinions won’t shift much on a close result either way. Chris Henry Jr. comparison to Charlie Becker (late-bloomer who cooked in a big spot). Northwestern/Nebraska games as measuring sticks for Indiana. Brad’s final: 21-17 Hoosiers. It’s a “who shows up” game. 59:00–1:04:50 | Other Games & Bits Quick hits: Purdue vs. Washington — Denzel takes Purdue (Washington cooked). Wisconsin at UCLA — Wisconsin (Nico out; UCLA season derailed). Nebraska at Oregon — Mixed; Garrison leans Nebraska (Oregon missing receivers, inconsistent D, struggles vs. mobile QBs); Denzel takes Oregon. Penn State at Michigan — Excitement/hope for the underdog. Personal notes (wedding, outfit, etc.). FanDuel/spread work mentioned earlier in network context. 1:04:50–end | Close Like, share, subscribe, hit the hype button. Sunday noon recap show with Denzel on tomorrow’s game. O-H / I-O. Quick takeaways: Heavy focus on the Ohio State–Indiana trenches (OL vs. Indiana D-line/interior) as the key matchup. Bo Jackson and Jeremiah Smith are the offensive swing pieces. Hosts split between optimism (Denzel) and caution (Garrison). Brad brings the Indiana perspective: D-line strength, secondary concern, close 21-17 pick. 24-team CFP treated as “it is what it is.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  7. Oct 14

    INDIANA WEEK / Ohio State Buckeyes LIVE 391

    Ohio State Buckeyes LIVE 391 – Indiana Week Voice of College Football (OhioStateVOCFB) Host: Mark Rogers Guests: Steve Helwagen (Bucknuts247), Tony Gerdeman (Buckeye Insiders / Buckeye Weekly Podcast), Jared Kelly (Peegs.com / 247Sports) Opening / Framing the Matchup (0:00–2:50) Ohio State travels to Bloomington for a high-stakes Big Ten showdown with implications for conference control and CFP positioning. Indiana is the defending national champion, undefeated, and on a 22-game win streak—one win from tying Urban Meyer’s 2014-15 Ohio State team for the longest Big Ten win streak in the CFP era. Indiana is no longer viewed as a flash-in-the-pan under Curt Cignetti; the program has repeatedly reloaded via the portal (e.g., Marsh replacing Surratt; Hoover replacing Mendoza). Hoover has 17 TDs and 0 INTs through six games. Maryland Recap & Ohio State’s Current Form (3:00–6:40) Maryland was treated as a “get the job done” game (55-0). Rain contributed to turnovers (interception returned for TD + fumble leading to FG); 10 of Maryland’s 16 points came directly off Ohio State turnovers. Ohio State rushed for over 200 yards; Bo Jackson had the team’s first 20+ yard run since Week 1 (25-yard TD). Steve: Ohio State has played better overall than Indiana this season despite the Texas loss; Indiana’s schedule has been lighter. Tony: Maryland was a means to an end—rested players, avoided major injuries. “The season finally begins” against Indiana after the Texas loss raised the stakes. Indiana’s Close Calls & Schedule Context (6:40–12:30) Indiana has been pushed by Northwestern and Nebraska. Nebraska dominated for ~3 quarters (led 17-6 late) before Indiana exploded via two Nick Marsh long TDs (including a 4th-and-1 pitch-and-catch). Wind heavily affected the Nebraska game (sustained 20 mph, gusts to 50). Tony notes the circular logic in ranking: close games vs. Indiana are used to argue Nebraska/Northwestern are good, which then boosts Indiana. Steve: Nebraska earned more respect in the loss than in many recent wins; questions remain about whether they have a higher ceiling or a “Charlie Brown” inability to close. Jared Kelly Segment – Indiana Outlook (17:00–44:00) Rivalry status More edge than in the past due to proximity, recent results, and Cignetti’s past comments. Still early to call it a full rivalry until Indiana wins more games against Ohio State. Both programs sit atop the Big Ten; Oregon’s struggles have clarified the hierarchy. Cignetti’s approach Highly prepared and respectful of Ohio State (praised Jeremiah Smith extensively). Uses media availability to message his own team. Short and businesslike post-Nebraska. Josh Hoover Has exceeded expectations after turnover concerns at TCU. Zero INTs so far; cleaned up accuracy while retaining poise in the fourth quarter at Nebraska. Different skill set than Mendoza/Rourke (smaller, more mobile). Another level remains possible. Not yet at Mendoza’s level, but trajectory is strong. Secondary concerns D’Angelo Pons was the hardest player to replace. AJ Harris (Penn State/Georgia transfer) has been limited by injury and only returned in the second half vs. Nebraska. Safeties have been inconsistent (Preston Zachman from Wisconsin has coverage lapses). Secondary has not faced a true downfield passing attack. This is the clearest area of vulnerability against Ohio State’s receivers. Defensive front Strong overall (top-tier in yards/points allowed and sacks). Stephen Daley and Tobias Osasomny each have five sacks. Brian Haynes dials up exotic pressures—Ohio State struggled with these in last year’s Big Ten Championship. Run defense has been excellent except against dual-threat QBs (not a major issue vs. Julian Sayin). Team identity vs. last year Possibly more talented on paper, but lacks the same cohesion and leadership intangibles of the 2025 championship team. Inconsistencies (especially tackling and secondary) persist longer than they did a year ago. Close wins vs. Northwestern and Nebraska are more a reflection of those teams being solid than Indiana playing down. Environment & tickets Memorial Stadium will feel different with national championship branding. Crowd split is the big unknown—historically Ohio State fans have taken over; IU fans appear more likely to hold tickets this year. Get-in prices are high (~$440+). Ohio State fans should expect a more competitive, less hospitable atmosphere than in past decades. Betting, X’s & O’s, and Closing Thoughts (45:00–end) Ohio State is a 3.5-point road favorite (FanDuel). Tony viewed it closer to 1.5–2.5 pre-line; still comfortable with Ohio State as favorite given Indiana’s close calls. Key factors: establishing the run, stopping the run, third downs, red zone, and turnovers. Jeremiah Smith is one TD shy of Braylon Edwards’ Big Ten career record. Ohio State’s receivers (Smith + supporting cast) present a bigger challenge for Indiana’s secondary than Texas did. Indiana’s Becker/Marsh duo is viewed as a step up from Texas’s receivers. GameDay chose BYU-Notre Dame over this matchup (noted as a head-scratcher given the stakes). Broader Big Ten notes: Michigan-Penn State and other bottom-of-the-league games; Purdue’s surprising start; coaching struggles at multiple programs. Key Takeaways Both sides acknowledge this is the most meaningful Ohio State-Indiana game in decades. Ohio State enters healthier and more balanced offensively after Maryland; Indiana’s secondary and overall cohesion are the main question marks. Hoover has been excellent but untested against elite competition; pressure on him and protection for Sayin will be decisive. Crowd and atmosphere in Bloomington are the biggest unknowns. Consensus lean: Ohio State slightly better on paper and preferred as a small road favorite, but Indiana is dangerous at home and capable of winning if it cleans up recent inconsistencies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  8. Oct 13

    Will Buckeyes Avenge Indiana Loss?/Ohio State Primetime Live 107 Presented by FanDuel

    Ohio State Primetime Live 107 Presented by FanDuel Hosts: Garrison Gaddy, Denzel Jones, Riley Burnett Topic: Maryland recap + Ohio State at Indiana preview (“Will the Buckeyes Avenge the Loss?”) Maryland Recap (Opening Segment) ~00:56 – 05:15 Riley: Solid but not spectacular win. Offensive line was banged up with timing miscues; both running backs (“the Jackson Two” — Bo Jackson and Jacoby Jackson) played well and complement each other. Jeremiah Smith got early touches and made them count. Defense was mostly solid (7 of Maryland’s points came from OL miscues). Garrison pushes back lightly on the “no clear RB1” take, noting Bo’s 25-yard TD run (best blocked run of the season) and arguing the backs are even. Denzel leans toward Jacoby looking strong. Consensus: both backs are running hard; no need for a strict RB1/RB2 hierarchy right now. Ryan Day looked fired up on the sideline (“Cocaine Day” energy). Key takeaway: Good win to move to 10-0 all-time vs. Maryland, but the team still has key pieces to get healthy before the real Big Ten stretch. Indiana Preview — Overall Outlook & Defense ~05:15 – 25:00+ Biggest remaining Big Ten game is now at Indiana (top-5 matchup in Bloomington). Oregon has fallen off; this is the clear top test left. What they want to see from Ohio State: Continue leaning into the run game (best run blocking of the year vs. Maryland; backs hit holes cleanly). A consistent second receiver to step up alongside Jeremiah. Defense to win man-to-man vs. Indiana’s elite skill players. Indiana’s weapons highlighted: WRs: Charlie Becker (~529 yards, 8 TDs) and Nick Marsh (~528 yards, 6 TDs). RBs: Turbo Richard (~597 yards, 8.4 YPC, 5 TDs) and BB Junior (~531 yards). Garrison called them arguably the best WR and RB duos in the country (with some pushback in chat). Nebraska blueprint: Nebraska’s front stuffed the run early and covered Becker well for most of the game but forgot about Marsh in the second half (especially in trips/slot). Ohio State should take the same approach but execute better because they have superior talent. Do not let Indiana stretch the field early with quick game or explosives. Secondary confidence: Mixed. Jermaine Matthews needs a “get-back” game vs. Becker. Devin Sanchez is still inconsistent (has given up TDs to big receivers); mid-season is time for him to step up. Safeties (McClain more in the box, Earl Little versatile) have been better. Need Jay Timmons’ energy if available. Win the ones. Front seven vs. run game: More confident after Nebraska showed the blueprint. Fresh bodies, stunts/twists, and emerging players (Edrick Houston, Quay Russo, etc.) should help. Don’t let Indiana get the run game going early in Bloomington. Josh Hoover: Average game manager who fits Cignetti’s system. Ohio State’s low sack rate is noted, but hosts expect Patricia to dial up pressure (blitzes, stunts) and make him uncomfortable. Hoover is “due” for a turnover. Odds, Props & Score Predictions ~18:00 – 42:00 Line: Ohio State -3.5 (was +1.5 earlier in the season). Over/under ~50.5. Most lean under on the total. Indiana rushing over/under 123.5: Under (hosts want Ohio State to hold them well under 150). Ohio State rushing: Over. Hoover passing: Mixed (some under, some over if OSU controls the clock and forces throws). Julian Sayin: Over. Score predictions: Riley: Ohio State 28, Indiana 17. Denzel: Ohio State 28, Indiana 13. Garrison: Ohio State 35, Indiana 20 (late score separates them; competitive classic, not a blowout). Tempo discussion: Want a healthy dose of tempo (especially early) to stress Indiana’s defense and keep Cignetti from dictating pace. Don’t gas the OL, but mix it in because Ohio State’s skill players should win those matchups. Offense Notes Lean into the run (Bo + Jacoby). Target Chris Henry Jr. more (size + speed; has been underutilized as a decoy). Tight ends (Nate Roberts, etc.) for blocking and occasional big plays. Julian Sayin needs cleaner decision-making (protect the ball, less panic). Arthur Smith’s offense is humming. Special Teams Improved last week (returns, FG). Still some nerves. Indiana’s kicker is perfect so far. Want more commitment to blocking punts (Urban Meyer style) — a block could swing a close game (referenced Caleb Downs return two years ago). Best Bets (Presented by FanDuel) Mississippi State at LSU Over 59.5 (no defense). Florida at Texas Under 52.5. Western Michigan Moneyline (pure emotion from Garrison). Penn State at Michigan Under 41.5 (ugly game expected). Second-Half Expectations & Position Groups If Ohio State beats Indiana, run the table. No fear of USC, Oregon, Michigan, Northwestern, etc. Indiana is the toughest remaining Big Ten test. Best position groups so far: Wide receivers (blocking + Jeremiah) and safeties (consistent, sure tacklers, Earl Little is a dog). Worst / needs elevation: Defensive line (started slow, finding itself recently) or corners (too many easy completions). O-line also needs to take another step. Other notes: Second-half identity talk (offense has one; defense needs more killers). Iowa jumped in Garrison’s Big Ten rankings after beating Washington. Light trash talk on Minnesota vs. Iowa. Closing Shout-outs, subscribe, Mark Rogers show Tuesday. 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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