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Ohio State vs. Indiana: 4 Matchups That Could Decide the Game Oct 15, 2026

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Ohio State and Indiana are set for one of the biggest games of the Big Ten season, and this matchup could come down to a handful of individual battles.
On this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr break down four matchups that could determine who wins in Bloomington, starting with Jeremiah Smith against Indiana cornerback Jamari Sharpe. They also look at the challenge Ohio State's corners will face against Charlie Becker and the Hoosiers' talented receiving corps.
Then the conversation moves into the trenches, where Ohio State's offensive tackles will have to deal with Indiana's pass rush, including Stephen Daley, while the Buckeyes' defensive ends look for opportunities against an Indiana offensive line that showed some vulnerability against Nebraska. With both teams featuring talented quarterbacks and dangerous receivers, the battle to keep Julian Sayin and Josh Hoover upright could be one of the biggest factors in the game.
00:00 — Welcome to the Buckeye Weekly Podcast
00:28 — Bloomington traffic: the first matchup of the weekend
01:11 — The four matchups that could decide Ohio State-Indiana
01:20 — Jeremiah Smith vs. Jamari Sharpe
02:19 — Can Indiana actually contain Jeremiah Smith?
03:51 — Jermaine Mathews vs. Charlie Becker
05:16 — What would qualify as a good day defending Becker?
07:15 — Moving to the line of scrimmage
07:25 — Ian Moore vs. Stephen Daley
08:17 — Protecting Julian Sayin against Indiana's pass rush
09:42 — How many sacks can Ohio State afford?
10:15 — Ohio State's defensive ends vs. Indiana's right tackle
11:18 — Can the Buckeyes pressure Josh Hoover?
12:47 — Which team wins the battle up front?
13:28 — Final thoughts and more matchups still to come
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Ohio State vs. Indiana: Who Does a Close Game Favor? Oct 14, 2026

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Ohio State heads to Bloomington for a massive matchup against Indiana, and one of the biggest questions is what happens if this game goes down to the fourth quarter.
On this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss whether Indiana's experience in tight games gives the Hoosiers an advantage, or whether those close calls against Northwestern and Nebraska should actually be viewed as warning signs. Indiana has repeatedly found ways to respond when challenged, while Ohio State has spent most of the season avoiding late-game drama altogether.
The guys also look at how battle-tested Ohio State really is after road games against Texas and Iowa, whether Indiana has faced anything resembling the Buckeyes yet, and what each team has shown when it absolutely needs a score late in a game. Plus, Tom reveals an SP+ projection that suggests this could be about as close as a game can possibly get.
00:00 — Welcome to the Buckeye Weekly Podcast
00:38 — Indiana has already survived some four-quarter games
01:51 — Does experience in close games actually matter?
03:36 — What do Indiana's close calls really tell us?
04:42 — How tested are the Hoosiers?
06:25 — What do we really know about Indiana?
08:26 — Can Indiana deliver against Ohio State's defense?
09:55 — Ohio State's recent history in one-possession games
10:11 — SP+ sees Ohio State-Indiana as almost dead even
11:03 — Could this game come down to a field goal?
11:39 — Final thoughts and what Ohio State can prove
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BONUS: Ohio State Scheme Insider - 5 Buckeyes Making Big Strides On Defense Oct 14, 2026

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The Ohio State Buckeyes' 2026 defense has taken some notable steps forward over the past couple of games, as defensive coordinator Matt Patricia seems to be dialing in on what his unit is best at executing this season.
But several players on the defense have shown big improvement over that time as well. In this episode of Ohio State Scheme Insider, Michael Pettit of BuckeyeInsiders.com joins host Tom Orr to highlight a handful of defensive players who have upped their game, just as the team heads into its toughest stretch of the regular season.

BONUS: Why Has Ryan Day Been So Aggressive On Fourth Down? Oct 14, 2026

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The Ohio State Buckeyes are 10-for-14 on fourth downs this season, which puts them in the top-10 nationally in fourth-down conversions and the top-15 nationally in fourth-down attempts.
They haven't been in many desperate situations this season, so why have they been so aggressive on fourth downs? In this special bonus episode, you'll hear the answer to that and several other very good questions directly from Ohio State head coach Ryan Day.

Ohio State vs. Indiana: Do the Hoosiers Have the Better Receivers? Oct 14, 2026

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Who has the passing game advantage in this one, and might the Hoosiers actually have the better group of receivers than the Buckeyes?
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gereman and Tom Orr discuss the problems that both defenses are going to have with the wide receivers in this game. Indiana's Charlie Becker and Nick Marsh will be the two best receivers Ohio State has seen in a game this year. The same can be said of Indiana facing Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith and literally anybody else.
Who has the advantage? The fellas discuss it all.
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How Concerned Should People Be About the Offensive Line? Oct 13, 2026

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Ryan Day doesn't yet know what the Ohio State offensive line is going to look like this Saturday in the Buckeyes' top five matchup at Indiana. Right tackle Phillip Daniels should be back, and he may be back just in time to replace Austin Siereveld.
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman discuss the Buckeyes' situation up front, what they expect to see on Saturday, and whether or not they'll be up to the task.
You can find even more discussion about the biggest Big Ten game of the year over at BuckeyeInsiders.com.

BONUS: Behind the Scenes - Covering An Ohio State Football Game Oct 13, 2026

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Covering an Ohio State Buckeyes football game inside the famous Horseshoe is always a memorable experience.
In this special Ohio State Football Behind the Scenes episode, you'll be along for the ride for a 10-hour day covering the Buckeyes. Get a front-row look at the team taking the field before the game, superstar WR Jeremiah Smith scoring a touchdown, inside the photo bunker underneath South Stands, and both teams' postgame press conferences.
Plus, a look around the stadium hours before the gates open to fans, and long after everyone else has gone home for the night.
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10 Things We Learned Watching Indiana's Win Over Nebraska Oct 12, 2026

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Ohio State heads into a massive showdown with Indiana, and on this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr go back through Indiana’s 20-17 win over Nebraska to figure out what the game revealed about the Hoosiers.
How vulnerable is Indiana’s defense? Can Ohio State run the ball effectively? Is the Hoosiers’ offensive line a bigger concern than expected? And just how dangerous are Charlie Becker and Nick Marsh on the outside?
Tony and Tom also discuss Indiana’s struggles on third down, questions about the secondary, the importance of protecting Julian Sayin, and why this matchup may ultimately come down to the offensive lines.
0:00 — Rewatching Indiana’s win over Nebraska
0:59 — How did Nebraska lose this game?
1:43 — Nebraska finds every possible way to lose
3:14 — Indiana’s explosive passing plays
4:46 — Can Ohio State run the ball against Indiana?
6:40 — Indiana’s linebackers remain a major strength
8:31 — Questions about Indiana’s secondary
10:02 — Nebraska finds success on the edges
11:47 — Is Indiana a step back from last season?
14:52 — Charlie Becker and Nick Marsh are legitimate problems
17:03 — Why the game may come down to the offensive lines
18:12 — What the atmosphere in Bloomington will be like
19:01 — More Indiana coverage coming this week
Indiana managed just 65 rushing yards and went 1-for-10 on third down against Nebraska, while its defense showed enough vulnerability that both Tony and Tom came away believing Ohio State could have opportunities if it protects the quarterback and stays functional up front.
Meanwhile, Becker and Marsh give Indiana two high-end receiving threats, making pass protection and coverage on the perimeter two of the biggest areas to watch in the matchup with Ohio State.
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BONUS: Why Did Ohio State Have So Much Success Against Maryland? Oct 12, 2026

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The Ohio State Buckeyes dominated their game against Maryland far more on a down-to-down basis than the 45-16 final score indicated. So what did OSU do to control things so much?
In this special bonus episode, you'll get a view on that from the opposing sideline, as Maryland coach Mike Locksley shares his thoughts on how the Buckeyes were able to completely lock down the Terrapins' passing attack, hit a number of explosive plays on offense, and more.

Michigan Monday: Are the Wolverines Falling Apart? Oct 12, 2026

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Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr take a deep dive into the current state of Michigan football and ask a pretty uncomfortable question for the Wolverines: is this just a transition year under Kyle Whittingham, or is the program starting to come apart?
They discuss Michigan’s culture shift, whether Whittingham’s approach is connecting with the roster, the struggles of Bryce Underwood, the offensive line and running game, the lack of production at tight end, and whether the Wolverines’ defense is really as good as some people think.
They also look ahead to the bigger-picture question: how long will Kyle Whittingham actually be at Michigan, and could the Wolverines eventually make a run at a younger coach like Bob Chesney?
00:00 Introduction
00:26 What is going on at Michigan?
02:24 Kyle Whittingham's culture change
04:05 Is this just who Kyle Whittingham has always been?
05:00 Michigan's long history of underwhelming quarterback play
06:02 Why Bryce Underwood is still adjusting
08:28 Time to talk about Underwood's floor, not his ceiling
10:57 Would Michigan really bench Bryce Underwood?
13:29 Michigan's offense has more problems than just quarterback
14:44 How good is Michigan's defense really?
17:38 Revisiting the Ohio State-Michigan talent comparison
19:02 How long will Kyle Whittingham be at Michigan?
20:00 Could Michigan go after Bob Chesney?
23:31 Would Chesney actually leave UCLA?
24:00 Revisiting some very wrong Scott Frost takes
24:36 Final thoughts on the state of Michigan football
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