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BONUS: Julian Sayin Showing Major Growth In Year Two Sep 07, 2026

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Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin's first two passes of the 2026 were incomplete, but business picked up quickly for the third-year standout from there. He went 21-for-23 for 320 yards and three touchdowns for the rest of his shortened day on the field, in a 56-3 Ohio State win over Ball State.
In this special bonus episode, you'll hear directly from Sayin with some of his postgame thoughts on Jeremiah Smith, Devin McCuin, Legend Bey, his relationship with offensive coordinator Arthur Smith, and the challenge ahead when the Buckeyes travel to Texas.

BONUS: Buckeyes' Defense Dominates In Season-Opening Win Sep 06, 2026

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There were some inconsistent moments for the Ohio State offense during its' 56-3 win over Ball State, as the Buckeyes were not able to run the ball for most of the first half, but the OSU defense locked down the Cardinals all day long.
In this special bonus episode, you'll hear about that directly from Ohio State head coach, as well as second-year linebacker TJ Alford, who had a great season debut, including an interception.

BONUS: Ryan Day Breaks Down Freshman Phenom Legend Bey's Debut Sep 06, 2026

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Ohio State fans have been hearing about freshman phenom Legend Bey since February, but they hadn't seen him in action until Saturday's season-opening win over Ball State.
Bey made a couple of bad choices on special teams, running kickoffs out of the end zone, but also made some big plays on offense, including a jaw-dropping catch-and-run 25-yard touchdown.
In this special bonus episode, you'll hear directly from Ohio State head coach Ryan Day with his thoughts on Bey's performance, Jeremiah Smith's dazzling season debut, and a peek ahead to next weekend's massive showdown with the Texas Longhorns.

Lost-Second Victory: Instant Reaction to the Wolverines' Concerning Win Over WMU Sep 06, 2026

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In this instant reaction live episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr go live following Michigan's last-second(?) win on a Hail Mary over Western Michigan. They discuss what they saw, the lack of development of quarterback Bryce Underwood, the underutilization of key skill players, a UM defense that got pushed around, and more. They also answer questions from an irate group of viewers.

BONUS: Ohio State 56, Ball State 3 - Juck's Quick Hits Sep 06, 2026

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The Ohio State Buckeyes handled their business in a 56-3 season-opening win over Ball State. After the game, Juck Miletti of BuckeyeInsiders.com shared some of his instant reactions to the game in this episode of Juck's Quick Hits.

Instant Reaction From Ohio State's 56-3 Over Ball State Sep 06, 2026

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Ohio State opened the season with a 56-3 win over Ball State that did not require a Hail Mary at any point.
BuckeyeInsider.com's Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman give their instant reactions following the Buckeyes' win, talking about some standout performances, a concerning offensive line, a new tempo of offense, a deep defense, and much more.
You can find even more at BuckeyeInsiders.com.

BONUS: Time and Change - The Most Impactful Transfers In Ohio State History Sep 05, 2026

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The transfer portal has completely changed college football, but transfers have been impacting Ohio State football for much longer than you might think.
On this episode of The Time and Change Will Surely Show, Tony Gerdeman and Juck Miletti look at the past, present, and future of Ohio State transfers.
Tony unveils his ranking of the 10 most impactful transfers in Buckeye history, including Justin Fields, Will Howard, Caleb Downs, Quinshon Judkins, Davison Igbinosun, Julian Sayin and more. But who deserves the No. 1 spot? Is it Downs, or should the quarterback who led Ohio State to a national championship get the nod?
Then Tony and Juck turn their attention to Ohio State's newest group of transfers. Could James Smith become a star on the defensive line? Is Devin McEwen capable of becoming one of the Buckeyes' next great receivers? What should we expect from Earl Little, Christian Alliegro, Beau Atkinson and the rest of the newcomers?
Finally, they look ahead to the next transfer cycle. If Julian Sayin heads to the NFL, will Ohio State have to find another starting quarterback in the portal? And with major decisions looming along the offensive line, could the Buckeyes once again be shopping for veteran help up front?
00:00 — Welcome to Time and Change
01:02 — Tony's Top 10 most impactful Ohio State transfers
02:34 — Josh Simmons, Seth McLaughlin and Jonah Jackson
03:34 — Where does Julian Sayin belong?
04:39 — Tony reveals his Top 5
05:44 — Caleb Downs vs. Will Howard for No. 1
07:57 — Why Will Howard has an argument for the top spot
09:52 — Where does Justin Fields rank?
10:14 — Fields and the history of Ohio State transfers
12:15 — What would Sayin need to do to reach No. 1?
14:35 — Which 2026 transfers could eventually crack the Top 10?
15:15 — Why James Smith could become a star
17:49 — Does Ohio State need a star at defensive tackle?
20:28 — Earl Little's changing role in the Buckeye defense
22:48 — Is Devin McEwen a potential first-round talent?
26:01 — Qua Russaw's specialized role as a pass rusher
28:11 — What should Ohio State expect from Christian Alliegro?
29:32 — Could Devin McCuin become OSU's best transfer WR ever?
30:18 — Don't forget about Beau Atkinson
33:27 — Looking ahead: Will Ohio State need a transfer QB in 2027?
36:00 — The timing problem with Sayin's NFL decision
37:44 — Ryan Day's complicated history recruiting quarterbacks
39:05 — How the Tavien St. Clair conversation has changed
40:42 — Why OSU may need a proven starting quarterback
42:47 — The changing reality of quarterback development
44:00 — Could Ohio State need transfer offensive linemen next year?
45:33 — Would three new starters on the interior be too much?
47:07 — Final thoughts and the all-time transfer debate
Who is the most impactful transfer in Ohio State history? Caleb Downs? Will Howard? Justin Fields? Someone else entirely? Drop your Top 5 in the comments.
For more Ohio State football coverage, recruiting discussion, analysis, and insider conversation, check out BuckeyeInsiders.com.
The Time and Change Will Surely Show
Hosted by Tony Gerdeman and Juck Miletti

What We're Watching For Against Ball State Sep 05, 2026

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Ohio State is finally back on the field, and while the Buckeyes are expected to handle Ball State comfortably, there will still be plenty worth watching in the season opener.
In this episode of The Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr break down what they’ll be looking for when Ohio State takes the field against Ball State — not just on the scoreboard, but in the details that could tell us something about the Buckeyes before next week’s trip to Texas.
On offense, the guys discuss what a successful debut should look like for Julian Sayin, whether the offensive line operates cleanly, how explosive Bo Jackson looks at the second level, and whether Ohio State can take advantage of whatever Ball State gives them without communication issues or missed assignments.
Defensively, the focus turns to rotations and personnel: which defensive tackles play together, how deep Ohio State goes at defensive end and linebacker, where Riley Pettijohn and T.J. Alford line up, and whether the Buckeyes tackle and get off blocks the way they should.
There’s also plenty of special-teams discussion, including whether Connor Hawkins might get an early chance at a long field goal, plus Tony and Tom reveal that they somehow arrived independently at the exact same score prediction.
0:00 — Welcome to the Buckeye Weekly Podcast
1:02 — What does a successful game look like for Ohio State?
2:06 — Clean offense and a clean injury report
3:15 — What Tony wants to see from the Buckeye offense
4:05 — Bo Jackson, Julian Sayin and offensive efficiency
5:08 — What would actually be concerning against Ball State?
6:01 — Why Ohio State should be able to take whatever Ball State gives them
7:23 — What we’ll be watching on defense
8:02 — Defensive line and linebacker rotations
8:34 — Riley Pettijohn, T.J. Alford and Christian Alliegro
9:11 — Tackling, block destruction and defensive fundamentals
10:40 — Could Connor Hawkins attempt a 54-yard field goal?
11:43 — Why Ohio State may use this game to work on specific things
13:34 — Getting the kicking game ready before Texas
14:41 — Tony’s score prediction: Ohio State 52, Ball State 3
15:14 — Tom somehow predicts the exact same score
15:45 — How long will the starters play?
16:16 — How many backups and young players could get meaningful reps?
17:00 — What the second-team offense can show us
What are you most interested in watching against Ball State? Is it the offensive line, the young linebackers, the freshmen, the kicking game, or something else? Let us know in the comments.
For more Ohio State football coverage, practice intel, game previews and postgame coverage, visit BuckeyeInsiders.com and join us on The Insiders Board.
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BONUS: 3 Veterans Could Dominate In The Interior Of Ohio State's O-Line Sep 04, 2026

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The Ohio State offensive line returns four starters in 2026, including three players on the interior who played crucial roles in the Buckeyes' run to the 2024 national championship. So what do Luke Montgomery, Carson Hinzman, and Austin Siereveld bring to this year's offensive line?
In this special bonus episode, you'll hear directly from Montgomery about his view of the veteran core of the offensive line, why this year's offense should be fun to play in, what he's expecting from freshman RB phenom Legend Bey, and much more.

Earl Little Reveals What Makes Ohio State Different Sep 04, 2026

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What makes Ohio State different from other programs?
In this episode of The Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr react to comments from Earl Little Jr., Ryan Day, and Carson Hinzman about the culture, chemistry, and “brotherhood” inside the Ohio State football program.
Little, who has experienced multiple major programs during his college career, explained why the chemistry at Ohio State feels different — particularly in an era where NIL, playing time, and individual interests can easily pull a locker room apart.
The guys discuss how Ohio State has approached NIL and roster building, why Ryan Day places such an emphasis on cultural fit in the transfer portal, and how the Buckeyes have been able to maintain a common set of goals despite bringing in 51 new players.
There’s also a discussion about Maurice Clarett and Jim Tressel, why Clarett continues to have a presence around the program, and how his experiences — both good and bad — can be valuable to current Buckeyes like Jeremiah Smith.
0:00 — Welcome to the Buckeye Weekly Podcast
0:17 — Earl Little gives a glimpse into Ohio State’s brotherhood
0:49 — Why Little says the chemistry at Ohio State is different
1:56 — Winning makes it easier to stay focused on common goals
2:57 — Why Ryan Day loves the 2012 Ohio State team
3:07 — Ohio State’s approach to NIL and roster building
4:59 — Carson Hinzman, locker-room culture, and the transfer portal
5:36 — Why Ohio State’s transfer additions have fit so well
6:04 — Earl Little calls the culture “enlightening” and “empowering”
6:46 — Indiana as an example of culture and talent evaluation
7:23 — Jim Tressel and Maurice Clarett return to the spotlight
8:34 — Why Ryan Day keeps Maurice Clarett around the program
9:38 — Clarett’s unique connection to Jeremiah Smith
10:43 — Clarett as a cautionary tale and success story
11:00 — Ryan Day’s role in maintaining Ohio State’s culture
11:42 — Final thoughts on Ohio State’s brotherhood
12:04 — BuckeyeInsiders.com and closing
Do you think Ohio State’s culture gives the Buckeyes a real advantage in the current era of college football? Let us know in the comments.
For more Ohio State football coverage, practice intel, recruiting discussion and more, visit BuckeyeInsiders.com and join us on The Insiders Board.
If you enjoy the show, make sure to like the video, subscribe to the channel, and leave a comment. A five-star rating and review on the podcast side is always appreciated.

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