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BONUS: Is Legend Bey Going To Play More Against Northwestern?
2026/11/13
Wednesday night after practice, Ryan Day met with the media to provide updates on some key storylines for this weekend's matchup against the Northwestern Wildcats.
In this special bonus episode, you'll hear directly from Day about whether RB Legend Bey could be in line for a bigger role this weekend, the struggles along the offensive line and whether recent personnel changes were due to injury or performance, how big of an issue the injuries in the wide receiver room have been, and more.
Fact or Fiction: Ryan Day Has Gotten Too Conservative
2026/11/13
Has Ryan Day become too conservative at Ohio State? Has his shift toward an NFL-style offensive philosophy prevented the Buckeyes from overwhelming opponents with their superior talent? Or are
Ohio State's struggles simply a reflection of the new reality of college football?
In this edition of Fact or Fiction on the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr tackle three more criticisms from Ohio State fans as the Buckeyes attempt to salvage a disappointing 2026 season.
The discussion begins with Ryan Day's offensive philosophy and whether Ohio State has moved too far away from the aggressive, high-scoring approach that defined his early years as head coach.
The numbers reveal an interesting trend. Ohio State averaged just 61.8 offensive plays per game during its 2024 national championship season, down from 63.9 in 2023 and 67.4 in 2022. But this year's Buckeyes are averaging approximately 70 plays per game.
So is Ohio State actually becoming more conservative, or is the offense simply less talented and less effective?
Tony and Tom also examine whether offensive coordinator Arthur Smith is being held to a different standard than previous Ohio State defensive coordinators, including Kerry Coombs, who lost his play-calling responsibilities during the 2021 season.
Finally, they discuss how NIL, the transfer portal, injuries, and unprecedented roster turnover have changed college football. With 51 new players on Ohio State's roster, is it realistic to expect the same continuity and depth that helped past Buckeye teams compete for national championships?
00:00 – Welcome to Buckeye Weekly: Cheap tickets for Ohio State vs. Northwestern
01:15 – Another edition of Fact or Fiction: What's wrong with Ohio State?
01:45 – Fact or Fiction: Ryan Day has become too conservative
02:15 – How Ohio State's offensive tempo changed during its national championship run
03:38 – Why college football offenses are becoming more conservative
04:30 – Has Ryan Day become too cautious in big games?
05:15 – Why Ohio State's talent level is contributing to its offensive struggles
06:55 – Ohio State is actually running more offensive plays than last season
07:30 – Has Ryan Day overestimated the increased parity in college football?
08:27 – How NIL and the transfer portal are changing offensive philosophy
09:18 – The verdict: Is Ryan Day's conservatism Ohio State's biggest problem?
10:22 – Fact or Fiction: Ohio State isn't holding its offensive coaches accountable
10:50 – Comparing Arthur Smith's situation to Kerry Coombs losing play-calling duties
12:00 – Why Ohio State isn't likely to replace Arthur Smith during the season
13:51 – Could Ryan Day take back offensive play-calling responsibilities?
14:30 – Why poor execution may be a bigger issue than the offensive scheme
15:30 – The verdict: Should Ohio State make immediate changes to its offensive staff?
16:28 – Fact or Fiction: Ohio State's 51 new players are hurting team cohesion
17:15 – Why roster turnover has made college football more unpredictable
18:15 – How injuries expose the lack of experienced depth across college football
19:00 – Why even the richest programs aren't guaranteed playoff success
19:58 – Comparing Ohio State's current quarterback situation to the 2002 and 2014 championship teams
21:00 – Why Cardale Jones' experience was such an advantage in 2014
21:45 – Final verdict: Is this simply the new reality of college football?
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14 Bold Predictions for Ohio State vs. Northwestern
2026/11/13
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman are back for their weekly competition of bold predictions. Predictions about Jeremiah Smith, Jay Timmons, Riley Pettijohn, and many more ahead of Saturday's game between Ohio State and Northwestern.
10 Things We Learned Rewatching the Oregon Loss
2026/11/12
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss what they learned from watching the television broadcast of Ohio State's loss to Oregon. They were in the stadium when it happened, but what else did they learn from getting a closer look? Did anything get better? (No, it did not.) The fellas discuss the lack of execution on offense, the asks on defense, the lack of aggression and awareness on special teams, and much more.
BONUS Ross Fulton Analysis: Ohio State Football Scheme Insider Q&A
2026/11/12
In this special bonus episode, BuckeyesInsiders.com Scheme Insider Ross Fulton joins the show to provide an Ohio State football scheme analysis, answering member questions from the Insiders Board.
Topics include the use of tempo on offense, whether the Buckeyes should be doing more to scheme up big plays in the intermediate passing game, why the Ohio State offense got off to such a hot start against Oregon and why they couldn't maintain it, whether the program needs to make changes at the coordinator positions, and which players should see more action in the last three games of the regular season.
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BREAKING: RB Daylon Gordon Commits to Ohio State
2026/11/12
The Buckeyes have landed a commitment from 2027 running back Daylon Gordon. Gordon is a Texas prospect and the No. 11 RB in the nation. In this breaking news edition of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, host Tony Gerdeman discusses what kind of prospect the Buckeyes have landed and what it means for next season and beyond.
BONUS: Ryan Day On Firing Special Teams Coach, Defensive Break Downs
2026/11/11
Following Ohio State's loss to Oregon, Ryan Day fired special teams coordinator Robby Discher. Tuesday, Day met with the media to discuss why he made that move, whether other coaching changes could be made during this season, what has gone wrong for the OSU defense, and much more.
In this special bonus episode, you'll hear directly from Day about all of that and more.
BONUS: Ryan Day Breaks Down What's Wrong With The Ohio State Offense
2026/11/11
Tuesday inside the Woody Hayes Athletic Center, Ohio State head coach Ryan Day met with the media to discuss what is happening with the 2026 Buckeye football team right now, their back-to-back losses to USC and Oregon, and what they're planning to do to get things turned around.
In this special bonus episode, you'll hear Day's thoughts on whether they need to give backup QB Tavien St. Clair a shot at the starting job, how they can get the ball into star WR Jeremiah Smith's hands more often, and more.
Arthur Smith Has Some Explaining To Do
2026/11/11
Can Arthur Smith fix Ohio State's struggling offense? Why can't the Buckeyes consistently get Jeremiah Smith the football? And does Ohio State's offensive coordinator have answers for the problems surrounding his true freshman quarterback and offensive line?
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr break down offensive coordinator Arthur Smith's latest press conference and examine the state of Ohio State's offense following another disappointing performance against Oregon.
Smith faced plenty of questions about the Buckeyes' offensive struggles, including why Jeremiah Smith went nearly two full quarters without being targeted, the continued problems on the offensive line, and how the offense must adapt with true freshman quarterback Luke Fahey replacing Julian Sayin.
But did Smith actually provide any meaningful answers?
Tony and Tom discuss Smith's tendency to reference his NFL coaching experience, including his work with Aaron Rodgers, and whether that experience translates to coaching an 18-year-old quarterback who wasn't expected to start this season.
They also examine why getting Jeremiah Smith the football isn't always as simple as calling his number, how a quarterback's pre-snap reads determine where the ball goes, and why other Ohio State receivers must win their individual matchups.
Plus, Arthur Smith says he's confident in Ohio State's offensive line. But should Buckeye fans share that confidence?
00:00 – Welcome to Buckeye Weekly: Breaking down Ohio State's offense
00:35 – Arthur Smith's Tuesday press conference and the challenges facing Luke Fahey
01:06 – Why Arthur Smith's NFL-heavy answers leave reporters frustrated
01:39 – Is Arthur Smith approaching Ohio State's freshman quarterback like an NFL veteran?
02:57 – Why Smith's press conferences can be difficult to decipher
04:10 – What reporters actually learned from Arthur Smith's latest media session
06:06 – Why coaches don't always provide the direct answers fans want
06:45 – Why isn't Jeremiah Smith getting more targets?
07:51 – How Luke Fahey's pre-snap reads determine where the ball goes
08:30 – Why Ohio State's other receivers must win their one-on-one matchups
09:14 – Should Ohio State prioritize Jeremiah Smith regardless of the matchup?
09:47 – The difference between bad play-calling and bad execution
10:30 – Why screenshots don't always tell the full story about open receivers
11:37 – Arthur Smith expresses confidence in Ohio State's offensive line
12:19 – Why Smith isn't publicly criticizing his struggling players
13:00 – The reality of Ohio State's disappointing offensive season
14:15 – How much of the offense's struggles are caused by Luke Fahey's inexperience?
14:37 – Can Arthur Smith get Ohio State's offense back on track?
15:00 – Buckeye Insiders community and final thoughts
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Can Matt Patricia Fix Ohio State's Broken Defense?
2026/11/11
What is wrong with Matt Patricia's Ohio State defense? And why do the Buckeyes keep giving up explosive plays while struggling to generate pressure on opposing quarterbacks?
Following Ohio State's disappointing defensive performances against USC and Oregon, defensive coordinator Matt Patricia met with reporters Tuesday to explain what has gone wrong and what needs to change.
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr break down Patricia's comments, his explanations for Ohio State's defensive breakdowns, and whether the Buckeyes need to make fundamental changes to their defensive philosophy.
Patricia pointed to problems with leverage, alignment, and players keeping their eyes in the right places. But are those really the biggest issues, or is Ohio State's defensive scheme putting players in positions where they're being asked to do too much?
Tony and Tom examine several explosive plays surrendered against USC and Oregon, including a long touchdown run against the Ducks and a third-and-long conversion where Ohio State failed to pressure the quarterback or cover the middle of the field.
They also question the Buckeyes' continued reliance on conservative pass rushes designed to keep quarterbacks in the pocket.
Why are pass rushers like Kenyatta Jackson and Qua Russaw spending so much time dropping into coverage instead of attacking quarterbacks?
And after two consecutive games in which opposing offenses exploited Ohio State's defense, did Patricia offer any indication that significant changes are coming?
00:00 – Welcome to Buckeye Weekly: Breaking down Matt Patricia's press conference
00:24 – Matt Patricia addresses Ohio State's defensive problems
01:00 – Explosive plays against USC and Oregon: Are the Buckeyes really just slightly misaligned?
02:18 – Why Ohio State's defensive alignment problems are more serious than they sound
02:59 – How defenders are losing leverage and leaving receivers wide open
03:13 – Why the same defensive mistakes keep happening
04:39 – Should Matt Patricia simplify Ohio State's defensive scheme?
05:01 – Can an NFL-style defense work with Ohio State's changing personnel?
06:03 – Why recurring assignment mistakes are ultimately a coaching problem
06:53 – Is Ohio State's conservative pass rush philosophy hurting the defense?
07:30 – Why keeping quarterbacks in the pocket isn't enough
08:15 – Are the Buckeyes asking Kenyatta Jackson and Qua Russaw to do too much in coverage?
09:49 – Why Ohio State isn't pressuring quarterbacks who struggle under pressure
10:30 – Is Patricia wasting the talents of Ohio State's best pass rushers?
11:26 – Did Patricia offer any indication that the defensive approach will change?
12:11 – How upcoming opponents could influence Ohio State's defensive strategy
13:26 – Did Ohio State underestimate its problems after the USC game?
13:43 – Why Oregon exposed more serious defensive weaknesses
14:05 – What changes could actually help Ohio State's defense?
14:16 – More defensive breakdowns and analysis from Buckeye Insiders
14:45 – Final thoughts and sign-off
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Why Won't Ohio State Play Tavien St. Clair?
2026/11/11
Why isn't Tavien St. Clair playing quarterback for Ohio State? Why did Jeremiah Smith go nearly half a game without touching the football? And what does Ryan Day plan to do about the Buckeyes' struggling defense and special teams?
Following Ohio State's third loss of the season, Ryan Day met with reporters on Tuesday to address the growing list of problems facing his football program.
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr break down Day's comments and discuss what they reveal about Ohio State's plans heading into Saturday's game against Northwestern.
Day confirmed that Luke Fahey will remain Ohio State's starting quarterback, despite increasing calls from fans to give true freshman Tavien St. Clair an opportunity. Tony and Tom explain why the coaching staff apparently isn't ready to make that move and what St. Clair would need to show in practice to earn meaningful playing time.
They also examine the puzzling lack of involvement for Jeremiah Smith against Oregon. How does the nation's best receiver go two quarters without a target? And why doesn't Ohio State simply design more plays specifically to get him the football?
On defense, Ryan Day acknowledged that he remains heavily involved in game-planning discussions with Matt Patricia. That raises another question: If Day wants an aggressive defense, why are the Buckeyes continuing to play so conservatively?
Finally, Tony and Tom discuss the firing of special teams coordinator Robby Discher, the disastrous fake punt against Oregon, and whether additional coaching changes could be coming.
00:00 – Welcome to Buckeye Weekly: Breaking down Ryan Day's latest press conference
00:33 – Ryan Day confirms Luke Fahey will start against Northwestern
01:29 – Why Tavien St. Clair isn't getting an opportunity at quarterback
02:30 – What Ohio State's coaches need to see from St. Clair in practice
04:02 – Could Ohio State simplify the offense to get St. Clair on the field?
05:00 – Why Luke Fahey remains the Buckeyes' best option for now
05:41 – Why did Jeremiah Smith go nearly two quarters without touching the football?
07:15 – Ohio State's limited possessions and the failure to target Smith
08:45 – Why Ohio State needs to make Jeremiah Smith the first read more often
09:52 – How Smith's presence creates opportunities for other receivers
10:39 – Why Jeremiah Smith sometimes comes off the field on third down
11:41 – Ryan Day's involvement in Matt Patricia's defensive game plans
12:46 – Why Day's desire for an aggressive defense doesn't match the results
13:22 – Defensive breakdowns, missed assignments, and recurring problems
15:21 – Ryan Day addresses the firing of special teams coordinator Robby Discher
15:36 – How Ohio State will divide special teams coaching responsibilities
16:35 – Will firing Discher actually improve Ohio State's special teams?
17:03 – The fake punt against Oregon and Ohio State's lack of special teams creativity
18:17 – Does Ryan Day need to take a more aggressive approach on special teams?
18:43 – Why Ohio State isn't firing more assistant coaches right now
20:15 – Why Ryan Day isn't ready to play younger players simply to evaluate them
21:55 – How Ohio State's situation differs from Michigan's coaching changes
23:11 – Final takeaways from Ryan Day's press conference
23:24 – Viewer questions, Buckeye Insiders, and final thoughts
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Fact or Fiction: Is Ryan Day Failing in the Margins?
2026/11/10
Does Ryan Day consistently fail in the margins of Ohio State's biggest games? Are the Buckeyes making too many mistakes in critical situations, playing too many tight ends, and struggling to identify their best five offensive linemen?
In this edition of Fact or Fiction on the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr tackle another round of criticism from Ohio State fans following the Buckeyes' disappointing losses to USC and Oregon.
One fan argues that Ryan Day's teams routinely lose games because of failures in the margins, that Ohio State continues to play ineffective tight ends, that the offensive line rotation shows a lack of planning, and that too many players are receiving significant playing time despite not performing at the level expected of a Buckeye.
How much of that criticism is fact, and how much is fiction?
Tony and Tom examine Ohio State's history of missed field goals, questionable special teams decisions, clock management, and other small mistakes that can make an enormous difference in close games.
They also discuss the Buckeyes' continued reliance on multiple-tight-end formations, whether Jeremiah Smith should ever leave the field in critical situations, and why the offensive line has become a revolving door of personnel changes.
Finally, they take a hard look at Ohio State's talent level and whether the Buckeyes have enough elite players to compete with the nation's best teams.
Of note, this show was recorded before Ryan Day fired special teams coordinator Robby Discher.
00:00 – Welcome to Buckeye Weekly: Fact or Fiction returns
00:30 – A fan's criticism of Ryan Day, the tight ends, offensive line, and roster talent
01:30 – Fact or Fiction: Ryan Day fails in the margins of every big game
02:15 – How missed field goals have changed Ohio State's biggest games
03:00 – Special teams, field position, and questionable punting decisions
03:45 – Ryan Day's clock management and late-game strategy
04:43 – Why the word "every" makes the criticism too broad
05:16 – Ohio State's close losses and the importance of winning in the margins
06:30 – Fact or Fiction: Ohio State's tight end play is atrocious
07:15 – Why the Buckeyes may be playing too many tight ends
08:05 – The difference between using two tight ends and relying on three or four
09:00 – Why taking Jeremiah Smith off the field is such a problem
10:04 – Fact or Fiction: Ohio State's offensive line rotation proves the coaches have no plan
10:45 – Injuries, illness, and uncertainty surrounding the five best offensive linemen
11:46 – Why the Oregon game raised new concerns about offensive line decisions
12:30 – Is Ohio State experimenting too much with its offensive line combinations?
14:01 – Why offensive line injuries and inconsistency are affecting teams across college football
14:45 – Fact or Fiction: Too many bad players are getting meaningful snaps
15:53 – Should Ohio State shorten its rotations and rely more heavily on its best players?
17:18 – Has the Buckeyes' overall talent level declined significantly?
18:48 – Why modern college football makes it harder to stockpile elite talent
19:30 – How injuries expose the lack of depth across college football
20:28 – Final verdicts: Which criticisms are fact and which are fiction?
21:00 – Buckeye Insiders community, viewer comments, and final thoughts
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Fact or Fiction: Ryan Day Has Settled for Mediocrity With His Staff
2026/11/10
Has Ryan Day created a culture of playing not to lose rather than playing to win? Has Ohio State's head coach become too conservative, settled for underperforming assistant coaches, and abandoned the aggressive mentality that once made the Buckeyes so dangerous?
In this edition of Fact or Fiction on the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr examine another round of criticism from Ohio State fans following the Buckeyes' third loss of the season — their first three-loss campaign since 2011.
One fan argues that Ryan Day has created a culture of tightness and fear, accepted mediocrity from some members of his coaching staff, and lost the aggressive edge that defined Ohio State's offense earlier in his tenure.
How much of that criticism is fact, and how much is fiction?
Tony and Tom discuss whether Ryan Day's conservative approach has contributed to Ohio State's struggles in big games and whether the Buckeyes have become too concerned with avoiding mistakes rather than creating opportunities.
They also examine the coaching staff, including the performances of tight ends coach Keenan Bailey and offensive line coach Tyler Bowen, and whether Day has been too patient with assistants whose position groups aren't meeting expectations.
Plus, why does Ohio State seem so uncomfortable playing from behind? Has the Michigan rivalry changed Ryan Day's approach to coaching? And how much of the Buckeyes' struggles can be attributed to injuries, a true freshman quarterback, and circumstances beyond the coaching staff's control?
With special teams coordinator Robby Discher already out, could more coaching changes be coming?
00:00 – Welcome to Buckeye Weekly: Ohio State's first three-loss season since 2011
01:08 – Fact or Fiction: Has Ryan Day created a culture of tightness and fear?
03:06 – Why criticism of Ryan Day's conservative approach is complicated
04:15 – Dan Lanning's aggressive fake punt against Ohio State
05:48 – Did Ohio State's halftime message against Oregon reveal a problem?
06:30 – Is Ryan Day coaching not to lose instead of coaching to win?
07:30 – Has Ryan Day settled for mediocrity among his assistant coaches?
08:44 – Why Keenan Bailey and Tyler Bowen are facing criticism
10:00 – The challenges of hiring coaches from college football and the NFL
12:17 – Are Ohio State's tight end and offensive line coaches the right fit?
13:30 – Has Ryan Day lost the aggressive edge that once defined his offense?
14:48 – Why the 2022 Georgia game is a complicated example of aggressive coaching
15:30 – How close Ryan Day came to winning another national championship
16:30 – Why Ohio State needs to become more comfortable running tempo
17:12 – How Luke Fahey's inexperience has changed Ohio State's offense
18:15 – Has the Michigan rivalry changed Ryan Day's coaching mentality?
19:30 – Could more assistant coaching changes be coming at Ohio State?
20:39 – Why Ohio State's problems don't have one simple explanation
21:30 – What to expect from Ryan Day's coaching staff after the season
22:28 – Final verdict: Has Ryan Day lost his edge?
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The CFP Is Lying to Us About Playoff Expansion
2026/11/10
The College Football Playoff is expanding to 24 teams, and college football will never be quite the same. But is a bigger playoff actually a bad thing?
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr break down the newly announced 24-team College Football Playoff format, the five-year agreement with ESPN, and what it all means for Ohio State, the Big Ten, and the future of college football.
The new format includes automatic bids for the four Power Four conference champions and the highest-ranked Group of Six champion, with 19 additional at-large selections. The top eight teams receive first-round byes, and the first two rounds will be played on campus.
But the expansion also raises some enormous questions.
Will a 24-team playoff diminish the importance of the regular season? What happens to conference championship games? Will Ohio State still have something meaningful to play for against Michigan if both teams have already secured playoff spots?
Tony and Tom also discuss the television negotiations involving ESPN, Fox, and the Big Ten, including why Fox pushed for a bigger playoff but ESPN ultimately retained control of the television rights.
And Tony shares his questions from the official College Football Playoff media teleconference, including what executive director Rich Clark said about protecting the regular season, rewarding difficult nonconference schedules, and responding to fans who oppose expansion.
00:00 – Welcome to Buckeye Weekly: The College Football Playoff expands to 24 teams!
00:35 – Breaking down the new 24-team playoff format and ESPN agreement
01:37 – Will expansion hurt college football's regular season?
02:37 – Why conference championship games may become unnecessary
03:57 – Could the Big Ten return to recognizing co-champions?
05:10 – Why Fox wanted playoff expansion but ESPN retained the television rights
06:37 – Could ESPN sell playoff games to Fox or other networks?
08:00 – The future of college football's television rights negotiations
08:55 – Would Ohio State ever rest starters against Michigan?
09:53 – Will a 24-team playoff diminish the importance of The Game?
10:45 – New scheduling expectations for Power Four and Group of Six teams
12:00 – Tony questions CFP executive director Rich Clark about scheduling incentives
13:15 – Why rewarding marquee nonconference victories may not be enough
14:29 – Should the playoff replace subjective rankings with an objective selection formula?
15:28 – What college football can learn from figure skating's scoring system
17:00 – How transparent scoring could make playoff selections easier to understand
19:32 – Tony asks Rich Clark about fans who oppose playoff expansion
20:30 – Does the College Football Playoff really listen to its fans?
21:38 – Why a 24-team playoff could create exciting new postseason matchups
22:30 – The appeal of campus playoff games and unfamiliar opponents
24:00 – Could playoff expansion actually improve nonconference scheduling?
24:25 – Final thoughts: Is the 24-team playoff good for college football?
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Report: Buckeyes Fire Special Teams Coordinator Robby Discher
2026/11/09
The fallout from Ohio State’s disastrous loss to Oregon over the weekend has begun. According to multiple reports, special teams coordinator Robby Discher has been fired.Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports was the first to break the news.
Discher was hired away from Illinois after the 2025 season to turn the Buckeyes’ special teams into a difference-maker. Instead, the unit cratered to its worst level in the history of modern analytics.
In this breaking news episode, you'll get the details on what went wrong for the special teams this season, what may have been the final straw during Saturday's debacle against the Ducks, and what else could change soon within the Ohio State program.
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glimadoll 2026/10/03
And why do we need 20 min of commercials with 7 minutes of content???
Really?????? Why don’t you address this in your podcast so at least there is some clarity??
Buckeye Fan45 2026/10/01
Now just advertisement Spam
This used to be a must listen-to podcast. Now it’s just short tidbits used as excuses to fill our inbox with ads. Had to stop following. More ads ...
BTalkisdead 2026/08/31
Had to finally drop from rotation
So many ads, my god so many ads. I usually set my phone down and work around the yard/garage/office with my AirPods in and I am running to my phone t...
ILbuck 2026/08/22
Great Buckeye Football talk
Love the Podcast - always on top of the team with good coverage. Nice balance of homer coverage with critical assessment
jecbears 2026/08/04
Ads
Way too many ads. Yesterday these guys made 5 podcast all 15 minutes long with 10 minutes of ads. 50 minutes of ads in one day. Why can’t these guys j...
miles_ 2026/07/30
Always a good listen
Love this podcast. Great insight on all things Ohio State Football and college football in general.
Big Ohio State Football podcast fan here but I thi...
Mamy_10 2026/07/10
Stay in the know
All things Buckeye football with great insights
BuckeyesB715 2026/06/28
I love you guys but…
The music in the intro and outro is not it. I’m trying to be polite 😂
Mike from SLO 2026/06/01
A must-listen
See title :)
Revans50 2026/04/23
Decent Enough Show
Good info on the Buckeyes but the most recent episode opened with 4 minutes of ads for a 30 minute episode. Really??
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