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The Bill and Doug Show: Ohio State Football Talk

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Rating
★★★★★
4.9
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291 reviews
This podcast has
282 episodes
Language
English
Publisher
Blue Wire
Explicit
No
Date created
2025/08/29
Latest episode
2026/10/21
Average duration
53 min.
Release period
2 days

Description

The Ohio State Buckeyes are the most interesting team in college football, and Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis love talking ball and having fun with the fans of the defending national champions. Doug and Bill combine for more than three decades of on-the-ground experience covering Ohio State, and they've been talking Buckeyes on podcasts since 2015. On The Bill and Doug Show, the goal is to have a good time, provide insight, look at the big picture of college football, put fans first and fight Southern CFB bias. Thanks for riding with us.

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Ohio State's Julian Sayin out indefinitely; Tavien St. Clair, Luke Fahey will compete for QB1 job
2026/10/21
Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin is out indefinitely, and OSU is preparing to play without him for the rest of the year. Sophomore Tavien St. Clair and freshman Luke Fahey will compete for the Buckeyes' starting job. Bill Landis and Doug Lesmerises break it down on a live episode of The Bill & Doug Show.     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
How much Ohio State loses without Julian Sayin & how Buckeyes should handle new QB: Around the Shoe
2026/10/19
The Ohio State Buckeyes will be without starting quarterback Julian Sayin for at least a few weeks, and on this episode of Around the Shoe, the discussion centers on what should come next in Columbus. Joining Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis are two tremendous media members from the Ohio State beat to break it all down:• Joey Kaufman of the Columbus Dispatch• Stephen Means of cleveland.com and Buckeye TalkThe full list of topics:• How would you describe Ohio State's win over Indiana?• How much worse are the Buckeyes without Sayin?• Is Luke Fahey fully the QB now or should the Buckeyes take a look at Tavien St. Clair?• Where does Ohio State fit in the college football picture?• What Buckeye needs to step up in Sayin's absence? Thanks to Joey and Stephen for their time and insight, and thanks to you for joining Around the Shoe on The Bill and Doug Show. For more Ohio State coverage, visit billanddougshow.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ohio State survives Indiana 19-15; Julian Sayin will miss several weeks as Buckeyes win Top 5 game
2026/10/17
No. 4 Ohio State beat No. 5 Indiana 19-15 on Saturday in Bloomington, winning after a potential game-winning fourth-down touchdown to Nick Marsh was nullified  when he stepped out of bounds. Jeremiah Smith hauled in a fourth-down TD for the Buckeyes, and Ohio State moved to 6-1 with the victory heading into a bye week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ohio State vs. Indiana picks and preview: Ja'Kobi Jackson out, replacing last year's talent
2026/10/15
It's time to make picks for Ohio State vs. Indiana, in a matchup in which the Buckeyes will be missing starting running back Ja'Kobi Jackson and starting offensive lineman Austin Siereveld. On this episode, Bill Landis and Doug Lesmerises give their picks for the Top 5 showdown in Bloomington. But first, they run through what the Buckeyes will do without Jackson and Siereveld. Then they draft the 10 players who have been the most difficult to replace from last years's Big Ten Championship Game, when the No. 2 Hoosiers knocked off the No. 1 Buckeyes. From Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza, to Arvell Reese, to D'Angelo Ponds to Caleb Downs, how have the Hoosiers and Buckeyes replaced those players so far this season? Thanks as always for joining The Bill and Doug Show. For more Ohio State coverage, visit billanddougshow.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ohio State run game, roster-building lessons from Indiana, Buckeyes-Hoosiers coaching chess match
2026/10/14
It's more Buckeyes vs. Hoosiers as The Bill and Doug Show dives into more questions from Ohio State fans they couldn't get to on a previous show. Topics covered by Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis on this episode include:• Challenging players• Big Ten playoff teams• Ohio State's place in the title race• Dad lessons for Ryan Day• Losing after big wins• OSU run game progress• Roster building strategies Thanks for joining The Bill and Doug Show. The guys will have a huge Big Game Breakdown at billanddougshow.com on Wednesday afternoon. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ohio State in the red zone vs. Indiana, plus offensive line plans and yes, a little Legend Bey
2026/10/13
Ohio State coach Ryan Day, quarterback Julian Sayin and linebacker Payton Pierce talked to reporters on Tuesday about the Buckeyes' looming Top 5 matchup with Indiana. On this episode of The Bill and Doug Show, Bill Landis and Doug Lesmerises discuss the Buckeyes avoiding revenge but talking about situations, what to expect from the offensive line on Saturday, the Buckeyes' run defense, and the latest Day shared about freshman Legend Bey. Thanks as always for joining The Bill and Doug Show. For more Ohio State coverage, check out billanddougshow.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ohio State revenge factor vs. Indiana, plus Buckeyes first-half MVPs: Around the Shoe
2026/10/12
It's a Top 5 college football matchup between Ohio State and Indiana on Saturday in Bloomington, and Around the Shoe is here to talk about the matchup and emotional angles of that game.To do it, two outstanding members of the OSU media join Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis. It's Marcus Hartman of Cuswordssports.com and Patrick Murphy of Bucknuts.com. The five topics covered on this episode: • How high is the revenge factor for the Buckeyes after losing the Big Ten Championship Game to Indiana last season? • Who is Ohio State's non-Jeremiah Smith first-half MVP after six regular-season games? • What's the most intriguing matchup for Ohio State-Indiana? • Who is Ohio State's first-half defensive MVP? • What is your predicted matchup for the Big Ten Championship Game? Will it be Buckeyes vs. Hoosiers again? Thanks for joining Around the Shoe on The Bill and Doug Show.  For more Ohio State coverage, visit billanddougshow.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ohio State beats Maryland 45-16: Live postgame reaction
2026/10/11
Ohio State beat Maryland 45-16 on Saturday in Ohio Stadium. Bill Landis and Doug Lesmerises break it down from The Shoe as the Buckeyes now turn their sights on a road trip next week to Indiana. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ohio State vs. Maryland picks and preview: Are the Terps really dangerous?
2026/10/08
Ohio State returns home to host Maryland at 4:15 p.m. on Saturday in Ohio Stadium. The Buckeyes are coming off a good road win at Iowa. The Terrapins are riding a three-game losing streak and haven't beaten a Power Four team since last September. OSU is favored by nearly three touchdowns, but Ryan Day said the Terps are still a dangerous team. Are they? Bill Landis and Doug Lesmerises break it down and give their picks.     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ohio State special teams isn't improved, why young Buckeyes aren't playing & a great news conference
2026/10/07
Ohio State head coach Ryan Day held one of his best news conferences on Tuesday, covering a range of interesting topics about the Buckeyes thanks to a bunch of interesting questions. Bill Landis and Doug Lesmerises broke it all down on this episode of The Bill and Doug Show. Among topics covered: • Working offensive tempo outside the two-minute drill • Why young players Khary Wilder and Legend Bey aren't getting more time • How special teams play is not improved despite a new coaching hire • Devin Sanchez, Jeremiah Smith and penalties • The botched Wildcat call • How transfer players are playing • And more Thanks for joining The Bill and Doug Show. For more Ohio State coverage, visit billanddougshow.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Will Jeremiah Smith win the Heisman? How happy should Ohio State fans be? Ohio State Around the Shoe
2026/10/05
Jeremiah Smith's Heisman hopes are first up on this edition of Around the Shoe as five Ohio State football topics are batted around. Bill Landis and Doug Lesmerises are joined this week by two new members of the OSU beat and two first-time guests on ATS: Brianna Mac Kay of the Columbus Dispatch and Lyle Alenstein of Eleven Warriors. They're both in their first seasons covering the Buckeyes full-time, so check out their work. Other topics on this show include:• What was it like at the OSU-Iowa game on Saturday?• How happy should Ohio State fans be at this point in the season? • What do we think of a 4:15 kickoff time for Saturday's game vs. Maryland? • What do Brianna and Lyle think of life of the OSU beat so far? Thanks to them for their time, and thanks to you for joining us around Around the Shoe. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ohio State beats Iowa 31-14: Live postgame reaction
2026/10/04
Bill Landis and Doug Lesmerises break down Ohio State's 31-14 win against Iowa, with Bill live back in Columbus and Doug on the scene in Iowa City.     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ohio State vs. Iowa: Picks and preview as the Buckeyes visit the Hawkeyes
2026/10/01
The Ohio State Buckeyes are playing in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday for the first time since 2017, and the last time Ohio State was in town, Iowa blew out the Buckeyes.  On this preview episode of The Bill and Doug Show, Bill Landis and Doug Lesmerises talk about the emotional impact of the Hawkeyes' last-play win over Michigan last week and what it means for this game. Then it's onto whether Ohio State can stop the Iowa rushing attack, which has had trouble vs. Power 4 opponents, and whether the Hawkeyes will be able to throw the ball the way they did down the stretch last week.Offensively, can the Buckeyes be patient and put together drives? Does Iowa have any hope against Jeremiah Smith? Thanks for joining The Bill and Doug Show. We'll see you for the postgame show live on YouTube about 30-40 minutes after the end of Saturday's game. For more Ohio State coverage, check out billanddougshow.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ohio State vs Iowa: Don't be cute, defensive tradeoffs, elf hats, becoming the Hawkeyes, OL choices
2026/09/29
What did Ohio State coach Ryan Day say about the Buckeyes' matchup with the Hawkeyes in Iowa on Saturday? Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis run through the best of what Day said Tuesday, with topics including: His "don't be cute" declarationDefenders jumping out of gapsLooking for production at defensive endArthur Smith a month inNot letting Iowa make you IowaPlaying more young guys in this road gameChoices on the right side of the offensive lineLegend Bey's roleThanks for joining The Bill and Doug Show. For more Ohio State coverage, visit billanddougshow.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ohio State Around the Shoe: Toughness of Iowa test? Pass-run offensive balance & advice for Matty P
2026/09/28
Did Jeremiah Smith cause a coach to hang it up? That's among the five Ohio State topics on this episode of Around the Shoe, as Bill Landis and Doug Lesmerises are joined by two excellent Ohio State media members in Andrew Gillis of cleveland.com and Greg Wilson of buckeyesports.com and Buckeye Sports Bulletin. The other topics up for discussion:• How much will the Buckeyes be tested at Iowa?• What piece of advice would we give OSU DC Matt Patricia?• What do you think of the Buckeyes' current run-pass balance on offense?• How would you describe covering Ohio State to someone? Thanks as always for joining us for Around the Shoe. For more OSU coverage, visit billanddougshow.com 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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4.9 out of 5
291 reviews
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glimadoll 2026/09/20
I totally agree about Gus Johnson!!!
What an affront to the Buckeyes. Get rid of him for Buckeye games.
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Eramisionero 2026/09/01
Best of the Best
Not only does Doug provide the best temperature tests on feelings around Ohio State football, but Bill also provides the best game breakdowns/analyses...
★★★★★
Kevin_Island 2026/08/11
Best on the OSU Beat
Bill and Doug are the best on the OSU beat!
★★★★★
Elijah Sheeler 2026/08/05
Best show oat
I hate the SEC
★★★★★
not working 911 2026/08/04
Best in the business
Bill and Doug have always been my favorite on the osu beat because of their football knowledge, unbiased analysis, and professionalism when it comes t...
★★★★★
I'm reviewing the situation 2026/07/26
This is the best Buckeye show
Doug has a unique ability to consider stories from different angles. He and Bill play well together. I’m sad that their other program, Kings of the N...
★★★★★
Mike from SLO 2026/06/01
The Best
Bill and Doug deliver preeminent Buckeye — and national college football — coverage (but scary-bad dining takes :)
★★★★★
BBB bubbling 2026/04/08
Top Buckeye Pod
Easily the best Buckeyes football pod out there. I especially love “Around the Shoe” every week when they bring on other reporters on the beat to get ...
★★★★★
adpatterson19 2026/01/02
THE Best
By a mile the best college football coverage let alone Ohio State coverage! Thank you for giving me a national college football outlet other than ES(E...
★★★★★
cmick11 2025/12/24
The Best
Love the mix of ball talk, humor , insight/opinion .
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