The off-season is rolling along and The Austin & Birm Show is back with another Freaky Friday Mailbag edition of the show as they answer viewer questions about all things Ohio State football. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com CONNECT Website: https://www.10tv.com/ X: https://x.com/10TV Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WBNS10TV/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wbns10tv/?hl=en

Larry Johnson did a phenomenal job in 2025 and had an All-American tackle with Kayden McDonald leading the way but in 2026 it's a brand new group including transfers and freshman and someone has to step up for the Buckeyes in a big way. The 2026 position review/previews continue on The Austin & Birm Show with the men in the middle: the defensive tackles. James Smith photo via AP Photo/Vasha Hunt Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com ⮞ SOCIALS | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

The Beat is back for another position review/preview on The Austin & Birm Show as the guys take a look at the depth—and inexperience—of the defensive end position for Ohio State as it heads into the 2026 season. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com ⮞ SOCIALS | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

There is no Ohio State press conference scheduled at this point of the week, but that won’t stop Television’s Adam King from diving into questions for the program — or ranting about another awards snub for the Buckeyes. With Matt Patricia on the brink of finalizing a return for a second season as the defensive coordinator, he was passed over as the Broyles Award winner for his work in Year One. TalKing Tuesday on The Beat had plenty of thoughts about that and more with Austin Ward. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics. CONNECT Website: https://www.10tv.com/ X: https://x.com/10TV Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WBNS10TV/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wbns10tv/?hl=en

Former Ohio State linebacker Bobby Carpenter and quarterback Justin Zwick join The Austin & Birm Show at Roosters restaurant for a fun, casual conversation about the latest in Buckeyes football. This week, the guys—and Roosters Nicole Cox—get ready for a fun, casual cruise as Ohio State appears to be trending closer to locking in its full coaching staff for the 2026 season. Ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone. CONNECT Website: https://www.10tv.com/ X: https://x.com/10TV Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WBNS10TV/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wbns10tv/?hl=en

The winter workout phase for Ohio State isn’t just about physical transformations. The Buckeyes are also finding out who can provide the kind of leadership needed to get them back on top of the College Football Playoff, and that requires handling adversity in situations like Mat Drills well before stepping back on the field. Former Ohio State captain Zach Boren details that process and its importance in the latest Boren Blitz on The Beat. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics. CONNECT Website: https://www.10tv.com/ X: https://x.com/10TV Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WBNS10TV/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wbns10tv/?hl=en

We've made it through another off-season week with The Austin & Birm Show and the Freaky Friday mailbag edition is back to celebrate. This week the guys answer viewer questions about a number of Buckeyes-related topics, including how Ohio State could attack a hypothetical change at defensive coordinator. To be clear, we don't believe that will be necessary but it's a good exercise nonetheless! Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com CONNECT Website: https://www.10tv.com/ X: https://x.com/10TV Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WBNS10TV/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wbns10tv/?hl=en

Ohio State wants to use its tight ends and wants to use a lot of them but the Buckeyes weren't always effective in 2025 despite a productive statistical season for Max Klare and others. In the latest position review/preview, The Austin & Birm Show examines the room heading into 2026 and how important it is for Bailey et al to get a big sophomore season out of Nate Roberts. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com CONNECT Website: https://www.10tv.com/ X: https://x.com/10TV Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WBNS10TV/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wbns10tv/?hl=en

Ohio State five-star commitment Jamier Brown has seen a lot of changes in his life and recruitment in the last few months but the country's No. 3-ranked wide receiver still remains firmly committed to the Buckeyes amidst and talks about that, his relationship with Ryan Day and more on the latest episode of Talking Stuff from The Austin & Birm Show's Jeremy Birmingham. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com ⮞ SOCIALS | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State has four offensive line starters returning but exactly where and how those guys line up is yet to be determined primarily because right guard once again has a ton of potential intrigue for the Buckeyes. On the latest position review/preview on The Austin & Birm Show, the guys break down the position, the importance of Arthur Smith and the pivotal second year for Tyler Bowen. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics. CONNECT Website: https://www.10tv.com/ X: https://x.com/10TV Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WBNS10TV/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wbns10tv/?hl=en ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com

Ohio State defensive coordinator Matt Patricia made a public appearance on Monday in full-team gear from the Woody Hayes Athletic Center, the first public clue about his future in weeks as his name has been tied to NFL openings. That might not necessarily be concrete information about his decision, but it was enough for Television’s Adam King to make a bold prediction amongst his other questions for the Buckeyes on TalKing Tuesday on The Beat. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics. CONNECT Website: https://www.10tv.com/ X: https://x.com/10TV Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WBNS10TV/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wbns10tv/?hl=en

It's a fun, casual conversation at Roosters on Olentangy River Road in Columbus with The Austin & Birm Show. This week's live show includes former Buckeyes linebacker Zach Boren and longsnapper Bradley Robinson, who break down their thoughts on all things Ohio State football. And yes, there's some dynamite Roosters food as well. CONNECT Website: https://www.10tv.com/ X: https://x.com/10TV Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WBNS10TV/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wbns10tv/?hl=en

Ohio State is kicking off its winter workouts with a lot of returning experience on the offensive line but was the Buckeyes decision to bet on that group rather than chasing an expensive portal acquisition a risk? That's one of the topics of today's position review/preview about the Ohio State offensive tackles on the latest episode of The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com ⮞ SOCIALS | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

It's Friday on The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show and it's another mailbag edition of the podcast. This week, the guys answer questions about Ohio State press conferences, Arthur Smith, Heisman voting and more. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com CONNECT Website: https://www.10tv.com/ X: https://x.com/10TV Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WBNS10TV/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wbns10tv/?hl=en

There's no doubt that Jeremiah Smith is a great place to begin but there's a lot of work in front of Cortez Hankton as he begins year one as the Ohio State receivers coach. The 2026 position preview/reviews are underway on The Austin & Birm Show and today we're tackling the wide receivers after the departure of Brian Hartline. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics. CONNECT Website: https://www.10tv.com/ X: https://x.com/10TV Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WBNS10TV/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wbns10tv/?hl=en

After a surprising 2025 season for the Ohio State ground game, Carlos Locklyn and the Buckeyes will have their work cut out for them this spring with key players missing from action. The latest position review/preview from The Austin & Birm Show dives into the wild situation unfolding at running back. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com ⮞ SOCIALS | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State coach Ryan Day hasn’t had a press conference since the season-ending loss in the Cotton Bowl, and his next one hasn’t officially been scheduled yet. But Day has been incredibly busy leading the offseason for the Buckeyes and will have plenty to discuss when he does get back in front of a microphone. Television’s Adam King has no shortage of questions when that moment arrives, and he previewed that possibility on TalKing Tuesday with Austin Ward. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. CONNECT Website: https://www.10tv.com/ X: https://x.com/10TV Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WBNS10TV/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wbns10tv/?hl=en

Ohio State football always leads to fun, casual conversations at Roosters Restaurant on Olentangy River Road in Columbus! The Austin & Birm Show is joined by Bobby Carpenter, Justin Zwick and Roosters Nicole Cox for a spirited discussion about the Buckeyes as they attack their offseason with new coaches and changing philosophies in the new era of college football. It's fun and it's tasty ... wait that's just the Cheesy Bacon Wedges. CONNECT Website: https://www.10tv.com/ X: https://x.com/10TV Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WBNS10TV/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wbns10tv/?hl=en

The mailbag has had multiple requests for insight on what Ohio State actually does during Mat Drills, so The Beat turned to somebody with first-hand experience with those legendary winter workouts. Former Buckeyes captain Zach Boren broke it down, shared some memories and then identified positions that need to make the most of this offseason stretch for the program on the Blitz. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

It's another Freaky Friday on The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show as the guys answer more viewer questions about all things Ohio State football ... and some things about beer and wrestling. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com ⮞ SOCIALS | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

It's Thursday and that means there are three-plus thoughts on Ohio State football courtesy of The Austin & Birm Show as the guys review a chaotic January from a Buckeyes football perspective. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com ⮞ SOCIALS | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show begins their position review/previews with the quarterback position as Ohio State heads into year two with Julian Sayin under center. What's the biggest area of improvement for the Heisman finalist as he prepares to lead the Buckeyes again?

It's a later reveal than usual but the Buckeyes got their 2026 football schedule on Tuesday and it sets up a doozy of a year ahead for Ohio State football. The Austin & Birm Show are breaking down the upcoming slate on the latest episode of Snap Judgments.

It's a fun, casual conversation at Roosters Restaurant on Olentangy River Road in Columbus with The Austin & Birm Show. Former Ohio State quarterback Justin Zwick and linebacker Bobby Carpenter join the show to give their perspective on the Buckeyes new offensive coordinator and how a returning Anthony Schlegel can impact winter workouts as the Buckeyes prepare for spring football 2026.

The biggest news of the offseason at Ohio State continues to dominate the conversation, and Television’s Adam King had plenty more questions on his mind about the hiring of Arthur Smith as the next offensive coordinator for the program. How the process played out, what impact Smith might have and the intrigue around the play-calling structure are all fascinating as the Buckeyes turn their attention fully to the 2026 season as January creeps to a close. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

Ohio State made a major move to bring in former NFL head coach Arthur Smith as its next offensive coordinator, expanding the staff to make room for him as the play-caller in the process. The Buckeyes have been aggressive early in the offseason, and Ryan Day sent a strong signal that the status quo isn’t acceptable in the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. Former Ohio State captain Zach Boren breaks down the hiring and the potential impact for Smith on The Beat. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

Ohio State has its top linebacker target committed and that means James Laurinaitis is turning his attention to the next priority: AJ Randle. The junior linebacker from North Carolina joins The Austin & Birm Show to talk abut his process with Jeremy Birmingham on the latest edition of Talking Stuff. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com ⮞ SOCIALS | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ryan Day has another NFL head coach on his staff as the Buckeyes have made a move to hire Arthur Smith to be the new offensive coordinator at Ohio State. The Austin & Birm Show break down the decision on the latest episode of Snap Judgments.

The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show is back with another Freaky Friday mailbag edition of the show. Today's episode features a ton of discussion coaching changes and philosophy as well as an early look at how the Ohio State two-deep would compare to last year's Buckeyes team. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

The off-season is underway and the off-season is almost over as Ohio State prepares for another round of winter workouts and, eventually, spring football in Columbus. The Austin & Birm Show are using the latest Three Thoughts Thursday to give their opinions on which players have the most to gain as they prepare for Camp Marotti. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

The national media still thinks Ohio State is pretty good heading into the offseason as the Buckeyes expectations continue to vary inside and outside of Columbus. That's one topic of a Whatever Wednesday on The Austin & Birm Show. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

Welcome to another fun, casual conversation at Roosters on Olentangy River Road with The Austin & Birm Show. The guys are joined by former Ohio State players Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick—as well as Roosters Nicole Cox—to break down the new world of college football now that Indiana has changed the nature of the sport. Ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone.

The roster-management phase of the offseason appears to be over for Ohio State, so now the attention will shift to key questions about the coaching staff. Ryan Day and the Buckeyes have already hired a wide receivers coach, but there is still the potential of adding an offensive coordinator — and NFL teams interested in defensive leader Matt Patricia. Television’s Adam King chats about that and more on Talking Tuesday with Austin Ward. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

There may not have been much instant gratification during the transfer-portal window, but that was largely by design as Ohio State attacked the January roster-management phase. The Buckeyes had a busy week with pickups and key retention moves that should have them again positioned to make a run at the College Football Playoff at this time next year. Former Buckeyes captain Zach Boren kicks off the week on The Beat with his thoughts on the calculated methods from Ohio State. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

Another day, three more big additions for Ohio State in the transfer portal and more Snap Judgments from The Austin & Birm Show about what the Buckeyes are getting from Ja'Kobi Jackson, Kyle Parker, Cam Calhoun and Dominick Kelly.

The work week is almost done and that means its a Freaky Friday edition of The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show. Today's show recaps the portal craze and dives into a few viewer questions from The Austin & Birm Mailbag. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

Ohio State had another busy day on Wednesday and The Austin & Birm Show are back in your feed for another Three Thoughts Thursday on The Beat. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

Ohio State is working hard to fill its roster with valuable pieces and The Austin & Birm Show is working hard to stay on top of all the moving parts around Buckeyes football on the latest episode of The Beat. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

The transfer portal window is open for a few more days, and Ohio State remains highly involved in roster-management decisions during a key week on the calendar. With the Buckeyes picking up some critical new pieces, Television’s Adam King weighs in and offers some pressing questions for the program on Talking Tuesday on The Beat. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com ⮞ SOCIALS | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State has added three key pieces in the transfer portal and more may be on the way soon for the Buckeyes as Ryan Day and his program look for depth, talent and experience to fill the 2026 roster. The Austin & Birm Show have some snap judgments on the newest Ohio State football players. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com ⮞ SOCIALS | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ready for another fun, casual conversation at Roosters Restaurant on Olentangy River Road in Columbus? The Austin & Birm Show is back with former Ohio State linebacker Bobby Carpenter and quarterback Justin Zwick —along with Nicole Cox of Roosters—to share their thoughts on the latest developments in Buckeyes football. The transfer portal has folks shook up but is Ohio State falling behind or just changing their strategy on the fly? It depends on who you ask, we guess. There's great Roosters food and wide open conversation on the Live Show at Roosters. Ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone.

There are only two teams in the country that beat Ohio State this season, and it just so happens those programs will be playing for a national championship. Does that fact change the perception at all of what the Buckeyes accomplished last season? What is Ohio State doing to get back to that point next year during a crazy flurry of transfer-portal activity? Former Buckeyes captain Zach Boren breaks it down as always with a Monday appearance on The Beat with Austin Ward. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

It's a Freaky Friday on The Beat and that means it's time for The Austin & Birm Show to dive into some Bold Predictions about the future of the Ohio State football roster. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222.

Some first thoughts from The Austin & Birm Show on the addition of Wisconsin linebacker transfer Christian Alliegro, who picked Ohio State over Texas on Thursday morning.

Ohio State is going through it in the transfer portal as the Buckeyes work to navigate the new era of college football as the transfer portal and unchecked NIL promises continue to reshape the way programs around the country are forced to do business. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

It's Wednesday on The Beat with The Austin & Birm Show as the guys look to expand—and contract—their stock portfolios as Ohio State deals with roster changes amidst a transfer portal run amok. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

There is not a press conference scheduled with the Ohio State season now over, but that isn’t going to stop The Beat from rolling along with a Talking Tuesday. Television’s Adam King had plenty on his mind as he chatted with Austin Ward about the year-ending loss to Miami in the Cotton Bowl, a flurry of transfer-portal activity for the Buckeyes and whether or not last year can be considered a success. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

Ohio State ended its season earlier than expected and that means the Buckeyes are turning the page to 2026 with a number of questions on the coaching staff and the roster. It's a fun, casual conversation at Roosters with former Buckeyes linebacker Bobby Carpenter and quarterback Justin Zwick. The Austin & Birm Show are joined also by Roosters Nicole Cox. Ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone.

Ohio State has hired a coach, it has seen a dozen players enter the transfer portal and the program has already hosted some targets to join the roster. The days after the Buckeyes suffered an upset loss to Miami in the Cotton Bowl have been busy, and that left plenty to discuss with former Ohio State captain Zach Boren to start the week on The Beat. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

It's been a chaotic 36 hours since the Buckeyes football season ended and its seen a number of moves from players in the transfer portal and a coaching hire already. On the latest Snap Judgments, The Austin & Birm Show break down the departures, additions and portal philosophy for Ohio State moving forward.

After their upset loss against Miami, Ohio State head coach Ryan Day and his Buckeyes are moving into the offseason facing the challenges of roster building and finding staff cohesion over the next few weeks. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day has been clear that the "issues are always there" and the same old things popped up in the Buckeyes season ending loss to Miami in the College Football Playoff. Following the disappointing loss, The Austin & Birm Show shared their first thoughts on the game and what's next for the Scarlet and Gray on Snap Judgments from AT&T Stadium in Dallas.

Ohio State and Miami will meet in the 90th Cotton Bowl Classic from AT&T Stadium in Dallas on New Year's Eve and The Austin & Birm Show are offering up their final round of bold predictions for 2025 before today's Texas festivities. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

A fun, casual conversation about Ohio State football? Yep, it's The Live Show at Roosters ... from Dallas. Ohio State legend Bobby Carpenter joins The Austin & Birm Show from the Hilton Anatole in Dallas to preview the Buckeyes 2025 playoff debut against the Miami Hurricanes. Roosters Nicole Cox joins the show to give her thoughts as well. Ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone.

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day and Miami head coach Mario Cristobal met with the media for a pregame press conference at AT&T Stadium in Dallas. Following the event, The Austin & Birm Show shared some quick thoughts on the latest episode of Snap Judgments.

Ohio State is one day away from finally getting back on the field with hardware on the line, and Ryan Day will have a different role helping lead the offense than he has in a while. How the Buckeyes coach is managing his time and effort will be among the biggest keys in the Cotton Bowl matchup against Miami with a spot in the College Football Playoff semifinals on the line. Television’s Adam King helps set the table for Day’s press conference on a Talking Tuesday on The Beat with Austin Ward. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

Ohio State is on the practice field in Dallas and the Buckeyes are working to get ready for a big-time game against the Miami Hurricanes with an outdoor practice day in The Lone Star State. Following a limited viewing window, The Austin & Birm Show shared a few Snap Judgments about what they saw.

The Notebook is back with another behind-the-scenes look at Ohio State football. This time, The Austin & Birm Show are back in AT&T Stadium in Dallas as the Buckeyes get ready for a New Year's Eve date with the Miami Hurricanes in the College Football Playoff.

It's Monday on The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show and it's a rare Mailbag Monday as Ohio State and Miami have made their way to Dallas for the Cotton Bowl and the quarterfinals of the College Football Playoffs. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

Ohio State arrived in Dallas for its New Year's Eve date with Miami as healthy as the Buckeyes have in months. After a brief media opportunity, The Austin & Birm Show shared some snap judgments on the evening's arrival. And we're sorry it's so weird.

The Beat is back for an after-Christmas show dedicated to some of the things that Ohio State fans should be grateful they received this year. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day is going back to his roots as a playcaller and The Austin & Birm Show is buying that change as a positive one for the Buckeyes heading into their New Year's Eve matchup with Miami. On the latest episode of The Beat, the guys are taking a look at a few different changes coming for the Scarlet and Gray and what impact those changes could have against the Hurricanes. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

Ohio State coach Ryan Day is back as the offensive play-caller again, and that puts a different spin on an interesting month of preparations for the Cotton Bowl. The Buckeyes chatted with the media on Monday at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center, and that headlined the major developments as the College Football Playoff focus narrows on Miami. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

Ohio State defensive players and coordinator Matt Patricia met with the media on Monday night to discuss the Buckeyes upcoming game with Miami. Following the conversations inside the Woody Hayes Athletic Center there were Snap Judgments from The Austin & Birm Show.

Ohio State has its opponent for the Cotton Bowl and The Austin & Birm Show are back at Roosters for another fun, casual conversation about the latest in Buckeyes football. This week, Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick join the show to talk about what they took away from the Miami win at Texas A&M and how the Hurricanes matchup for Ohio State in Dallas. Ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone.

Ohio State already knew where it would be on New Year’s Eve in the College Football Playoff, but now it has an opponent to prepare for after Miami upset Texas A&M. Ahead of a busy Monday of media coverage and practice in the Woody Hayes Athletic Center, former Buckeyes captain Zach Boren joined The Beat for a chat to break down the Hurricanes, the key matchups and the motivational storylines for the program.

Ohio State added a major commitment in its 2027 football recruiting class on Friday as North Carolina linebacker Quinton Cypher picked the Buckeyes over Georgia, Alabama and others. The 6-foot-3, 220-pound athlete joined The Austin & Birm Show to break down his choice with Jeremy Birmingham.

The Austin & Birm Show gives its first thoughts on the now finalized matchup between Ohio State and Miami as the Buckeyes begin their quest to repeat as college football's national champions.

It's another Freaky Friday mailbag edition of The Beat on The Austin & Birm Show as we break into your questions about all things Ohio State football. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

Bryson Rodgers is the first Buckeyes player to announce his plans to enter the transfer portal and The Austin & Birm Show is breaking down what it means on the latest edition of Snap Judgments.

Welcome to a special edition of Talking Stuff as The Austin & Birm Show went around the city of Columbus to talk recruiting with highly-sought after 2027 defensive lineman Reinaldo Perez and 2026 signees Favour Akih and Kaden Gebhardt. The trio sat down with Jeremy Birmingham to discuss the latest in their recruitments and, in the case of Akih and Gebhardt, how they're preparing for life at Ohio State.

Welcome to another Three(ish) Thoughts Thursday on The Beat with The Austin & Birm Show. As Ohio State continues to wait for its college football playoff opponent, the guys are taking a look back at the year that was an trying to assess what they got right, what they got wrong and more. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

Ohio State has a number of key contributors on offense and defense who will be tasked with making NFL draft decisions in the near future. What will the biggest factors be in their choices? The Austin & Birm Show has a buy/sell stock watch version of the show on a Stock Watch Wednesday. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

The Buckeyes have another week of workouts ahead of them before even finding out who they are facing in the Cotton Bowl, and that presents an interesting question for how Ryan Day will manage practice and scouting before Texas A&M plays Miami. With Ohio State also having some players surprisingly come up short in awards voting, there might be a little extra fuel on the fire in the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. That topic and many more were on the mind of Television’s Adam King as he chatted with Austin Ward on Talking Tuesday. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

Ohio State is back to work preparing for the 2025 Cotton Bowl while things are decidedly less ... good ... in Ann Arbor. Welcome back to The Live Show at Roosters for a fun, casual conversation with The Austin & Birm Show. The guys are joined by former Buckeyes Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick to talk about the latest news in the world of Ohio State football. Ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone.

Ohio State is already one week into its preparations for the College Football Playoff, but it still doesn’t know who it will be facing in the Cotton Bowl. That has meant extra time for the Buckeyes to actually scout themselves and find ways to improve ahead of the matchup with either Texas A&M or Miami at the end of the month. Former Ohio State captain Zach Boren breaks down the areas of concern for the program as it gets back on the practice field. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show is back with another Freaky Friday mailbag edition of the show as Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham break into the email to read—and try to answer—viewer questions about a myriad of Scarlet and Gray-related topics. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day joins Jeremy Birmingham of The Austin & Birm Show to talk about the recently signed Buckeyes 2026 recruiting class and the overall philosophies that shaped his program's approach this cycle. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletic

Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin earned a trip to New York City as a Heisman Trophy finalist, capping a wild swing of emotions after the setback in the Big Ten championship game on Saturday. Ahead of the ceremony and with the Buckeyes just starting to ramp back up on the practice field, Sayin joined Austin Ward for a chat about his development, the balancing act of his time in the Big Apple and his mindset heading into the Cotton Bowl.

Saturday night's loss to Indiana shed some light on a handful of recurring issues for Ohio State but how willing are the Buckeyes to fix them? That's the center of this week's "Buy or Sell" conversation from The Austin & Birm Show. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

The Buckeyes are expecting a quieter week as they recharge and refocus for the College Football Playoff after losing the Big Ten title game. But even without a weekly press conference for Ohio State coach Ryan Day, there are still plenty of questions on the mind of Television’s Adam King. So, The Beat continued on with a Talking Tuesday as King chatted with Austin Ward about everything swirling for Ohio State. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

It's a rare Monday for The Live Show at Roosters: The Austin & Birm Show are having a fun, casual conversation breaking down a Buckeyes loss with former Ohio State players Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick. The guys are joined by Roosters Nicole Cox as the gang tries to make sense of what was a very confusing gameplan and performance by the previously unbeaten Buckeyes. Ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone.

Ohio State is once again heading into the College Football Playoff on the heels of a deflating, disappointing loss after coming up short on Saturday night in the Big Ten title game against Indiana. The Buckeyes still have national-title aspirations and the talent to reach them, but they have to learn from their mistakes heading into the Cotton Bowl. Former Buckeyes captain Zach Boren takes a look at what those lessons are as Ryan Day tries to get his team refocused for New Year’s Eve.

Ohio State is reeling from its 13--10 loss against Indiana but there's little time to feel bad for itself as the Buckeyes now know their next mission: The Cotton Bowl. Following Ryan Day's Sunday press conference, The Austin & Birm Show has some Snap Judgments about the day's information.

Ohio State played its worst game of the season and looked a lot like the team that lost to Michigan a year ago with an offense that seemed listless and a defense that failed to get key stops against Indiana in the 2025 Big Ten title game. Following the 13-10 loss, The Austin & Birm Show shared first thoughts on the contest and what happens from here from the formerly unbeaten Buckeyes.

Ohio State and Indiana are matched up in a game that will determine the Big Ten champ, the No. 1 seed in the College Football Playoff and potentially even the Heisman Trophy as the Buckeyes return to Indianapolis for a title tilt for the first time since 2020. How will Ohio State knock off the Hoosiers? The Austin & Birm Show are breaking it down with some Bold Predictions and they're joined by television's Adam King for the festivities.

Ohio State needs a new offensive coordinator and a new receivers coach with the upcoming departure so what have the last few years of staff moves taught The Austin & Birm Show about Ryan Day's approach to bringing in new coaches? That's one of the main areas of discussion on a Freaky Friday Mailbag Edition of The Beat. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

Welcome to Talking Stuff from The Austin & Birm Show, the one-stop shop for all the latest in Ohio State football recruiting. Jeremy Birmingham is joined by Mick Walker of LettermenRow.com to break down the news and rumors that turned what was expected to be quiet signing day for the Buckeyes into one of the weirdest days for Ohio State in some time.

Ohio State and Indiana are playing for the Big Ten title on Saturday and that will happen with staff changes looming for the Buckeyes after Wednesday's news that Brian Hartline would be leaving to become the head coach at South Florida. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.

Ohio State was back at practice on Wednesday night and Brian Hartline was back leading the receivers for the Buckeyes while Ryan Day et al continue to try and deal with the fallout of his decision to become the head coach at South Florida.

Snap Judgments as Ohio State offensive coordinator and recruiting superstar Brian Hartline is expected to leave the Buckeyes after this year's playoff run to become the head coach at USF.

Ohio State shouldn't have much drama to deal with on the first day of the 2025 signing period but that doesn't mean there's not a little potential intrigue happening for Ryan Day, Mark Pantoni and the rest of the Buckeyes as they work to build their future roster.

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day met with the media to talk about everything on his mind as the Buckeyes prepare for their first Big Ten title opportunity in five years. Following his press conference, The Austin & Birm Show provided some thoughts on the latest edition of Snap Judgments from the Woody Hayes Athletic Center.

The Buckeyes are in the midst of a full-scale push for hardware, and they already claimed the first pieces last weekend with a dominant win over Michigan. But even with a first-round playoff bye likely secured, Ohio State is still putting a heavy emphasis on beating Indiana on Saturday in the Big Ten championship at Lucas Oil Stadium. With an eye ahead on a busy week for the Buckeyes, Television’s Adam King joined Austin Ward for a Talking Tuesday before Ryan Day chats with the media.

It's time for another fun, casual conversation about the latest Ohio State victory at Roosters Restaurant on Olentangy River Road in Columbus. Former Buckeyes players Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick, along with Roosters Nicole Cox, join The Austin & Birm Show to break down the thoughts and takeaways from Ohio State's buttkicking of Michigan in Ann Arbor. Ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone.

Ohio State went into the Big House and flexed the strength of its program in a culture-validating victory over rival Michigan. The Buckeyes ended the losing streak in The Game, clinched a spot in the Big Ten championship and sent a message to the rest of the country in the process. Former Buckeyes captain Zach Boren breaks down what it all means with his weekly conversation with Austin Ward on The Beat.

Ohio State wiped out Michigan in Ann Arbor behind a balanced offensive attack and a defense that had the Wolverines flabbergasted all afternoon at Michigan Stadium. Following the game and Ryan Day's press conference, The Austin & Birm Show provided their first thoughts on Snap Judgments from Michigan Stadium.

It's bold prediction time Ohio State and Michigan in The Game. Nothing else needs to be said.

Ohio State and Michigan are a little over 48 hours away from rekindling their heated rivalry and on a special Thanksgiving mailbag edition of The Austin & Birm Show the guys are reading thoughts and questions from viewers about this weekend's season-defining game.

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day and three Buckeyes captains met with the media on Wednesday night and provided some thoughts on the team's preparation for the weekend's game at Michigan. Following the evening's festivities, The Austin & Birm Show provided some Snap Judgments from the night's discussions.

Ohio State is three days away from its regular season finale with Michigan and there are a handful of questions and matchups that favor the Buckeyes but that doesn't mean there aren't areas of concern heading to Ann Arbor. It's a Woody Wednesday from The Beat on The Austin & Birm Show.

Ryan Day met with the media on Tuesday ahead of the Buckeyes game against Michigan and following his weekly press conference The Austin & Birm Show broke down the day's biggest takeaways from The Woody Hayes Athletic Center.

There is a national championship on the resumé now, which certainly can alleviate some of the pressure for Ryan Day. But the Ohio State coach quite obviously wants to end the losing streak in The Game, and he’s made a few chances to the routine this year to potentially lead up to a different outcome on Saturday. Day will be at the podium at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center to address that and more ahead of the trip to the Big House, and Television’s Adam King chats with Austin Ward to get ready on a Talking Tuesday.

It's Monday and it's THE Game Week as The Austin & Birm Show returns for another fun, casual conversation about the Buckeyes as Ohio State puts Rutgers in the rearview and turns all its focus to the Michigan Wolverines. Former Buckeyes players Bobby Carpenter and Bradley Robinson join Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham—and Roosters Nicole Cox—to take the first look at what's shaping up to be another classic in Ann Arbor. Ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone.

The main event has finally arrived for Ohio State. After maintaining focus once more against an overmatched opponent on Saturday by pasting Rutgers in the Horseshoe, the Buckeyes can dial up the urgency for The Game and another high-stakes rivalry showdown. With an eye ahead on the Big House more than a look back at the win over Rutgers, former Ohio State captain Zach Boren breaks down the latest developments for the Buckeyes with his weekly appearance on The Beat.

Ohio State is heading to Ann Arbor with another win on its 2025 schedule but big questions remaining about the Buckeyes injury issues at receiver. Following the game and the post-game press conference at Ohio Stadium, The Austin & Birm Show are sharing their postgame thoughts on Snap Judgments.

It's Friday on The Beat with The Austin & Birm Show and that means Bold Predictions, Score Predictions and discussion about the Ohio State home game against Rutgers this weekend. It's the final regular season home game of the 2025 season and this is how the guys think the Buckeyes may handle the Scarlet Knights.

Ohio State is set for its final home game of the 2025 season as Rutgers comes to Ohio Stadium for the Buckeyes senior day. What approach will Ryan Day and his program take with two must win games left for a chance at the Big Ten title?

It's another Wednesday night at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center as the Buckeyes prepare for their final home game of the season against Rutgers. Ryan Day and a handful of Ohio State seniors met with the media to break down their thoughts about those topics—and of course Day was asked about key injuries—and following the evening's availability The Austin & Birm Show shared their thoughts on Snap Judgments.

Ohio State's third 'training camp' stretch of the 2025 season is over and a handful of inexperienced Buckeyes are taking advantage of their opportunities to get on the field for the Scarlet and Gray. That's the conversation for Wednesday on The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show.

Ohio State is still not going to talk about injuries and that's Ryan Day's approach so instead the Buckeyes are focusing on beating Rutgers and getting to Indianapolis according to their head coach. Following his Tuesday morning press conference, The Austin & Birm Show shared its thoughts on the approach and how Day has kept his team dialed into the bigger picture.

Ohio State has been steadfast in its routine all season and treats every opponent the same, so from that perspective it might be hard to imagine anything different on Saturday in the home finale against Rutgers. But The Game is looming, so might Buckeyes coach Ryan Day tweak anything in the week before heading to the Big House? Television’s Adam King of 10TV joins Austin Ward as always for a Talking Tuesday on The Beat ahead of the weekly press conference in the Woody Hayes Athletic Center.

Ohio State steamrolled UCLA and is likely to do the same thing to Rutgers with the Scarlet Knights coming to town for senior day in Columbus on tap. What do the Buckeyes need to accomplish against Rutgers to prepare for the final regular season game in Ann Arbor. Ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone.

Ohio State won without stress yet again on Saturday night in the Horseshoe, refusing to overlook an overmatched UCLA while still balancing reps for a roster working through injuries. The Buckeyes have stayed locked in during their perfect run into the last two weeks of the regular season, and that deserves more appreciation nationally. Former Buckeyes captain Zach Boren breaks it down as always on Monday with Austin Ward on The Beat.

Ohio State is staying hot on the recruiting trail and the Buckeyes have added another key commitment as 2027 four-star safety Eli Johnson has just announced his decision. Prior to making it public, Johnson talked with The Austin & Birm Show about why he knew Columbus and Ohio State was going to be the right place for him.

Ohio State improved to 10-0 with a 48-10 win over UCLA at Ohio Stadium and did it while managing a number of key injuries againt the Bruins. Following the game, The Austin & Birm Show shared their first thoughts on Snap Judgments.

Talking Stuff is where we talk recruiting on The Austin & Birm Show as Jeremy Birmingham is joined by Mick Walker of Lettermen Row to break down all the latest news, notes and rumors around Ohio State football recruiting.

It's Friday on The Beat with The Austin & Birm Show and that means Bold Predictions about Saturday's primetime battle with UCLA in Ohio Stadium. Here's how the guys see this one shaking out in Columbus.

Ohio State is hosting UCLA for a Big Ten primetime game in November and that means there are opportunities for the Buckeyes to get some more questions answered as they head toward a date with Michigan at the end of the month.

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day and a handful of Buckeyes with the media on Wednesday night at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center to provide a midweek update on what's happening with the program and the preparation for Saturday's primetime game against UCLA. Following the availability, The Austin & Birm Show shared some first thoughts on what they heard and saw on the latest episode of Snap Judgments.

Ohio State is playing great football but the Buckeyes are still looking ahead for more contributors as they head into the final stretch of the regular season and that's the topic of The Austin & Birm Show for another Wednesday at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center.

Ryan Day met with the media on Tuesday afternoon and following his press conference at Ohio State, The Austin & Birm Show provided some initial thoughts on the latest episode of Snap Judgments.

Ohio State has done a remarkable job keeping its focus on the task at hand, and it certainly did that last week at Purdue. But the Buckeyes appear to be taking a slightly different approach against overmatched opponents, both with the way it is playing and the management of the roster with the end of the regular season now in sight. Ahead of the weekly press conference with Ryan Day, 10TV’s Adam King joins Austin Ward to get ready on Talking Tuesday on The Beat.

Welcome back to another fun, casual conversation at Roosters Restaurants on Olentangy River Road in Columbus. This week former Ohio State players Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick join The Austin & Birm Show to take a final look at the Buckeyes 34-10 win over Purdue, to start looking ahead to the stretch run of the regular season and to break down which areas there are still concerns about in Columbus. Ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone.

Ohio State coasted to yet another Big Ten road win on Saturday at Purdue, and at times it felt like a glorified scrimmage at Ross-Ade Stadium given all the roster rotation from Ryan Day. But ultimately all victories count the same for the Buckeyes as they head into a final two-game homestretch before The Game. Former Ohio State captain Zach Boren breaks it down as always on a Monday edition of The Beat on The Austin and Birm Show.

Ohio State took care of business at Purdue with a 34-10 win over the Boilermakers and after the game The Austin & Birm Show broke down their thoughts about what they saw in West Lafayette before the Buckeyes return home to start preparing for a mid-November primetime showdown with UCLA.

Recruiting is ramping up again for Ohio State and the Buckeyes added three commitments over two recruiting classes in the last week but there's a lot more to get accomplished before the December signing period. Who's next? Talking Stuff is breaking down the angles for the Buckeyes as Lettermen Row's Mick Walker joins The Austin & Birm Show for a rapid-fire recruiting updat

Max Klare is heading back to Purdue and Ohio State may have no choice but to feed him the football against the Boilermakers. That's one of the Bold Predictions from The Austin & Birm Show as we hit another freaky Friday ahead of game No. 9 for the Buckeyes.

It's Three Thoughts Thursday on The Beat as The Austin & Birm Show shares thoughts about the Buckeyes road trip to Purdue, Ohio State and its place in the CFP Rankings and more.

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day and a handful of key Buckeyes met with the media on Wednesday evening to share some final thoughts of the last day practice before of Purdue week.

Ohio State is the country's top-ranked team but that doesn't mean there aren't question marks still being sorted out by the Buckeyes as Ryan Day's team heads to November. On the Wednesday edition of The Beat, The Austin & Birm Show is breaking down whether or not those questions are real problems for the Scarlet and Gray heading toward a championship run.

Ohio State football coach Ryan Day met with the media and following the day's events The Austin & Birm Show shared their thoughts in the latest episode of Snap Judgments.

Ohio State cruised to another Big Ten win on Saturday over Penn State, and it’s yet again favored to dominate this week at Purdue. If there’s any sense of boredom creeping in with the Buckeyes, clearly that doesn’t apply in the Woody Hayes Athletic Center as Ryan Day and his program embrace the growth process. Ahead of another press conference with Day, television’s Adam King joins Austin Ward as always to get ready with Talking Tuesday on The Beat.

It's another fun, casual conversation on The Live Show at Roosters presented by Tansky Powersports and Bryant Heating & Cooling Systems. This week, former Ohio State players Justin Zwick and Bradley Robinson join The Austin & Birm Show—and Roosters Nicole Cox—to talk about the 38-14 win over Penn State among a myriad of other topics involving Buckeyes football. It's always an adventure to talk about the Scarlet and Gray and if you are ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone.

Ohio State sent another undeniable message on Saturday in the Horseshoe as it picked apart Penn State, ramping up the championship conversation and the Heisman Trophy chatter at the same time. The Buckeyes still have plenty of football ahead of them, but they’re building serious momentum heading into the final stretch of the regular season. Former Ohio State captain Zach Boren breaks down that and more as he evaluates the latest win for the Buckeyes to start the week on The Beat.

Ohio State has picked up a big commitment from Liberty Center (Ohio) 4-star 2027 lineman Kellen Wymer, who picked the Buckeyes over Notre Dame, Michigan, Indiana and Michigan State among others. Wymer, who was thinking about committing on Monday, wasted no time and instead did so on Sunday. Before he made it public though, he talked with The Austin & Birm Show about his decision and why Ohio State was right for him.

Ohio State went into half up three but knocked off Penn State by 24 thanks to another Heisman-worthy effort by quarterback Julian Sayin and his pair of All-American level receivers. Following the game, The Austin & Birm Show shared their first thoughts about the performance with some Snap Judgments from Ohio Stadium.

Ohio State is facing off with Penn State on Saturday in a game that has a bit of an unexpected feel to it thanks to the Nittany Lion's current four-game losing streak. How does The Austin & Birm Show see it all unfolding at Ohio Stadium tomorrow afternoon? That's what we're talking about on today's episode of The Beat.

Welcome to Talking Stuff from The Austin & Birm Show as Jeremy Birmingham is joined by Mick Walker of LettermenRow.com to break down all the latest news, notes and rumors around the world of Ohio State football recruiting. Today's show runs down the latest in the 2026 recruiting efforts for the Buckeyes and takes a look at loaded visitors list for the home game against Penn State this Saturday.

Ohio State and Penn State have played a number of high-intensity games but it's rarely had the personal feel it does this week. That's one of the thoughts on this week's Three Thoughts Thursday from The Beat on The Austin & Birm Show.

Ohio State captains and head coach Ryan Day met with the media and the Buckeyes worked to try and deflect any conversation about Jim Knowles while acknowledging the challenge presented by the Nittany Lions this weekend.

Ohio State is finding some new weapons in its football program and there's no better time for the Buckeyes to unleash them than a five-game Big Ten stretch in November. It's The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show.

Ohio State is back to work and Penn State is on deck and that means it's time for the Buckeyes to turn up the heat on the Nittany Lions.

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day is back at the podium inside the Woody Hayes Athletic Center on Tuesday and that means The Austin & Birm Show—along with 10TV's Adam King—have questions. It's Talking Tuesday on The Beat.

Welcome to Roosters on Olentangy River Road for another fun, casual conversation about Ohio State football with The Austin & Birm Show.Ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone. On the latest episode of The Live Show at Roosters, Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham were joined by former Buckeyes Justin Zwick and Bradley Robinson—and Roosters Nicole Cox—to break down the upcoming battle with Penn State and to remember the life of former Ohio State great Nick Mangold.

Ohio State football is back to work after a weekend off and ready for the stretch run of the 2025 season which begins with a home date against the Penn State Nittany Lions. Nationally, the Lions aren't getting much of a chance to upset the Buckeyes but Ryan Day and his program aren't looking passed a desperate Penn State team that is looking to redefine its season. Former Ohio State captain Zach Boren joins The Austin & Birm Show to talk about the game ahead and more with Jeremy Birmingham on The Beat.

Welcome to a Freaky Friday on The Beat with The Austin & Birm Show. With Ohio State enjoying a weekend off, the guys are opening up the mailbag to answer questions from readers and watchers and diving into a number of Buckeyes football topics.

Ohio State has hit the midseaon and there are no shortage of key performances to lean on for the country's top-ranked team. But who are the MVPs? That's the primary talking point on the latest episode of The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show.

Can Julian Sayin actually make himself the Heisman frontrunner? How likely is it that the Ohio State lineup stays the same before the Penn State game? Those are a couple of Buckeyes-related topics we're buying and selling on a modified Stock Watch on The Austin & Birm Show.

Ohio State football is in its second off-week of the 2025 season and that means Ryan Day and his coaching staff are working hard to find the right balance with a team that needs rest but also needs some improvements.

Ohio State has no game this week but there's still plenty of work to be done for Ryan Day and his Buckeyes and that means there are plenty of things that Austin Ward and 10TV's Adam King are wondering about on the latest Talking Tuesday from The Austin & Birm Show.

Ohio State football and fun, casual conversation at Roosters Restaurant on Olentangy River Road? What better way to start your week? This week, The Austin & Birm Show are joined by Roosters Nicole Cox and former Buckeyes Justin Zwick and Bobby Carpenter for a spirited discussion about the latest Ohio State victory. Ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone.

Ohio State closed out a challenging stretch with three road games in four weeks to open Big Ten play with a dominant, shutout win at Wisconsin on Saturday. Even scarier heading into the Off Week and the November homestretch? The Buckeyes can still get even better. Former Ohio State captain Zach Boren breaks down how during his weekly chat with Austin Ward on The Beat.

Ohio State closed out a taxing stretch of three Big Ten road games in four weeks with a thorough demolition of Wisconsin on Saturday at Camp Randall Stadium. Julian Sayin put himself in the Heisman Trophy race with an incredible aerial show, the Buckeyes defense picked up another shutout and the program heads into another Off Week still unbeaten — and still getting better.

Is Julian Sayin on deck for a big game against Wisconsin? If the Buckeyes get a defensive plan from the Badgers that was similar to what they deployed at Alabama, The Austin & Birm Show thinks so. That's one of the Bold Predictions this week as Ohio State seeks another road win in the Big Ten. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com

It's time for Talking Stuff on The Austin & Birm Show. Birm is joined by lettermenrow.com recruiting analyst Mick Walker to break down the latest in Ohio State football recruiting news as things really begin to pick back up ahead of the December signing period.

Ohio State is heading to Wisconsin for another road test against what should be an outmanned Badgers but that doesn't mean The Austin & Birm Show don't have some thoughts about the upcoming challenge in Madison.

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day and his teams representatives are all focused on Wisconsin and dialed into the idea that this isn't the time to get complacent or 'bored' with success. That's the biggest takeaway on the latest episode of Snap Judgments following a Wednesday night media availability at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center.

It's midweek at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center and Ohio State is preparing for a Saturday showdown with the WIsconsin Badgers. Before then though, there are stocks to buy and sell as the Buckeyes continue to shape their 2025 football team's identity.

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day met with the media for a wide-ranging conversation on Tuesday and following the Buckeyes press conference, The Austin & Birm Show broke down what they heard on the latest episode of Snap Judgments.

The Buckeyes are unbeaten at the midway mark of the regular season, and they are stringing together comfortable wins in the Big Ten as they head to Wisconsin on Saturday. There are clearly areas where Ohio State can still grow, but there might be a difference in terms of an actual need to improve all of them. 10TV’s Adam King joins Austin Ward for the weekly Talking Tuesday conversation on The Beat to chat about the situation for the top-ranked Buckeyes.

It's time for another fun, casual conversation at Roosters in Columbus with former Buckeyes linebacker Bobby Carpenter and Zach Boren joining The Austin & Birm Show to share their thoughts on the latest Ohio State football victory. Ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone.

The Buckeyes hit the midway point of the season with a three-score win on the road against Illinois, and the reigning national champions stayed undefeated without necessarily playing their best game. Ohio State can both feel good about that fact and challenged by it heading into the next stretch on the schedule, starting with another road trip to Wisconsin. Former Buckeyes captain Zach Boren breaks it all down as always with Austin Ward as a new week begins on The Beat.

Ohio State wasn't its best—and in many ways the Buckeyes were downright ugly on Saturday—but won comfortably at Illinois, a reminder of just how good Ryan Day's team can be when it's all clicking and how hard it can be to beat them even when it's not.

There's an interesting game on tap in Champaign this weekend and Ohio State is going to face its toughest test of the Big Ten season thus far against No. 17 Illinois. What will happen on Saturday? The Austin & Birm Show are taking some swings at figuring that out in the latest edition of The Beat, a Bold Predictions show for this pivotal game.

Ohio State is heading to Illinois for a big road and there are a ton of thoughts about what the Buckeyes are preparing for in Champaign. It's Thursday on The Beat and that means it's Three Thoughts Thursday on The Austin & Birm Show.

Ohio State football is a nonstop endeavor and Wednesday night inside the Woody Hayes Athletic Center was another opportunity for the media to get into the minds of Ryan Day and his young Buckeyes team. Following the media availability, The Austin & Birm Show shared their thoughts on what they heard and saw in the latest episode of Snap Judgments.

It's Wednesday on The Beat and that means it's time for more stock tips as Ohio State opens up its depth chart and turns to younger players to supplement the roster ahead of a big road game at Illinois.

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day met with the media on Tuesday and following his press conference The Austin & Birm Show broke down their thoughts on his comments and what he actually meant on the latest episode of Snap Judgments.

Ohio State is heading back on the road in the Big Ten, but first it has to get back on the practice field at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. The Buckeyes have a trip to tough, physical Illinois on deck, and coach Ryan Day will preview the matchup during his weekly press conference. As always, The Beat gets set for Talking Tuesday with Adam King chatting with Austin Ward about the pressing topics for the Buckeyes.

It's time for another fun, casual conversation at Roosters restaurant in Columbus as The Austin & Birm Show links up with former Ohio State players Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick—along with Nicole Cox of Roosters—to break down the latest Buckeyes victory, a dominant 42-3 win over Minnesota.

Ohio State crushed Minnesota on Saturday night in the Horseshoe with relative ease, sending a potentially terrifying message to the rest of the Big Ten as it ramps up its national-title defense. The Buckeyes showcased a dynamic passing attack, another stifling defensive performance and even made some notable plays on special teams to stay unbeaten with a 42-3 win over the Gophers. Former Ohio State captain Zach Boren breaks it all down as always with a Monday edition of The Beat alongside Austin Ward.

After a 39-point home win over Minnesota, The Austin & Birm Show are back with some Snap Judgments from the field at Ohio Stadium including thoughts on an unusually fired up Ryan Day in his postgame press conference.

Ohio State has not lost to Minnesota since 2000 and with a homecoming, primetime game against the Gophers on Saturday there's another chance to extend that streaking coming to Ohio Stadium. On The Austin & Birm Show, Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham are providing a score prediction as well as some BOLD predictions for how they believe this matchup with Minnesota could play out.

Ohio State is making a major swing to land five-star 2027 defensive tackle Jalen Brewster and we'll see if that effort produces results when he commits on Saturday night. That's one of the primary topics discussed by Jeremy Birmingham and Mick Walker from Lettermen Row in the latest episode of Talking Stuff from The Austin & Birm Show.

Ohio State has just one home game in October and that means there will be a lot of folks clamoring to see the Buckeyes at home on Saturday night against Minnesota. The Austin & Birm Show are breaking down some thoughts about that game and more on the latest episode of The Beat.

Ryan Day and a handful of Ohio State players met with the media Wednesday night with three days left before the Buckeyes homecoming game against Minnesota. Following the evening's conversation, Austin Ward—joined by Lettermen Row's Spencer Holbrook—break down what they heard and saw on the latest episode of Snap Judgments from The Austin & Birm Show.

Ohio State has so many stars its hard to give them all praise but the Buckeyes quiet leaders—guys like Sonny Styles and Austin Siereveld—aren't getting nearly enough attention. It's time to give them some on the latest Stock Watch from The Austin & Birm Show.

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day met with the media on Tuesday to discuss the Buckeyes win at Washington and to previewing the next tilt against Minnesota. The Austin & Birm Show shared their thoughts on the conversation in the latest episode of Snap Judgments from the Woody Hayes Athletic Center.

The Buckeyes answered a road test to open the Big Ten schedule, and now they’re returning to the Horseshoe to host Minnesota on Homecoming. Before Ohio State gets back on the practice field after beating Washington, coach Ryan Day will meet with the media for an update at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center — which means it’s time for questions from Adam King on Talking Tuesday with Austin Ward.

Ohio State had a lot of doubters before its first road game of 2025 but the Buckeyes seemed to answer most of those questions in their 24-6 win at Washington. Former Ohio State players Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick join The Austin & Birm Show—and Roosters Nicole Cox—for a fun, casual conversation about the game versus the Huskies and what's next for the Scarlet and Gray. Ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone.

Ohio State got the kind of test it was expecting on Saturday in its Big Ten opener and road debut at Washington. But the Buckeyes passed it with an utterly dominant defensive performance, continued leadership at quarterback from Julian Sayin and toughness on both sides of the football. Former Buckeyes captain Zach Boren breaks it all down with Austin Ward to kick off the week as Ohio State now turns its attention to Minnesota.

Ohio State started slow but the Buckeyes defense eliminated any chance of a Washington upset thanks to career-defining games for Caden Curry, Kayden McDonald and Kenyatta Jackson. Following the 24-6 win over Washington, The Austin & Birm Show shared snap judgments from the big win in Seattle.

Caleb Downs and Jeremiah Smith shine bright most weeks but for the Buckeyes to handle business at Washington, that duo will need to stand out even more for Ohio State this weekend. Welcome to Bold Predictions on The Austin & Birm Show as we prognosticate ahead of the Buckeyes 2025 Big Ten opener.

Ohio State coaches spent time on the road last week and offered a handful of new 2026 prospects that Buckeyes fans need to know, including Massillon (Ohio) Washington standout linebacker Ja'Dyn Williams, who is committed to Indiana. Jeremy Birmingham is joined by Mick Walker of Lettermen Row to talk about those new offers and other recruiting stuff on Talking Stuff from The Austin & Birm Show.

Ohio State football is on the road for the first time this season and The Austin & Birm Show is breaking down some of the key numbers and thoughts ahead of the big travel test at Washington.

Ryan Day and his Buckeyes met with the media on Wednesday night and following the press availability in Columbus, The Austin & Birm Show provided some Snap Judgments about the things they heard and saw at Ohio State.

Ohio State kicks off Big Ten play with a tough road trip to Washington and if the Buckeyes hope to come out of their next four games unscathed there will need to be a major step up from a handful of players, including Kenyatta Jackson and Eddrick Houston.

Ohio State is heading to Washington for its first time on the road in 2025 and Ryan Day is preparing for a 'battle' against the Huskies. Following his Tuesday press conference, The Austin & Birm Show are giving a few Snap Judgments from the day's conversations.

Ohio State hits the road for the first time in 2025 and just days before the game at Washington, Ryan Day will meet with the media to discuss his team's off week and its preparation for the unique challenge presented by the Washington Huskies. And with that game on deck, The Austin & Birm Show has questions about how the Buckeyes are getting ready for the road on the latest Talking Tuesday.

It's time for another fun, casual conversation at great food at Roosters Restaurants and The Live Show, powered by Tansky Powersports. Former Ohio State linebacker Bobby Carpenter and quarterback Justin Zwick join The Austin & Birm Show to talk about the Buckeyes upcoming tilt at Washington and how Ryan Day is preparing his team for the first road test of the 2025 season. Ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone.

After a weekend off, Ohio State may be looking at its upcoming schedule in a little bit of a different way thanks to some surprising performances and outcomes around the Big Ten. And this weekend's trip to Washington may be a bit tougher than originally anticipated.

Ohio State has an off-week but the curiosity about the 2025 Buckeyes never takes a break and The Austin & Birm Show are opening up the mailbag for a Freaky Friday edition of The Beat. Want your question answered for the next one? Email us at TheAustinandBirmShow@gmail.com and let us know what's on your mind.

It's Thursday on The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show and that means its time for Three Thoughts on Ohio State football. Today we're talking about the Buckeyes team MVPs through the first three weeks of the 2025 season, a task that was more difficult than initially imagined.

Ohio State stocks are back on The Austin & Birm Show as Sonny Styles, Nate Roberts and others have elevated the Buckeyes with their early season play.

Ohio State has a week off but that doesn't mean the Buckeyes coaches are resting on their laurels inside of the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. Following an off-week press conference, The Austin & Birm Show have some Snap Judgments after listening to Ryan Day, Brian Hartline and Matt Patricia break down the Buckeyes first three weeks of the season.

The Buckeyes don’t play on Saturday, but there is still plenty of work to be done for the nation’s top-ranked team during the week. Ohio State coach Ryan Day will also still provide updates alongside offensive coordinator Brian Hartline and defensive coordinator Matt Patricia on Tuesday, which means there were also still questions on the minds of Adam King and Austin Ward. Ahead of the press conference at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center, it’s time for another TalKing Tuesday on The Beat.

It's time for another fun, casual conversation on The Live Show at Roosters, driven by Tansky Powersports. Former Ohio State players Justin Zwick and Zach Boren—along with Roosters restaurants Nicole Cox—join The Austin & Birm Show to talk about the latest Buckeyes win, a dominant but strange 28-point victory over the Ohio University Bobcats. Ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone.

Ohio State cruised to another tuneup victory outside of the conference, but there were certainly areas where Ryan Day would have liked to see improvement in the win on Saturday night over Ohio in the Horseshoe. With Big Ten play looming after the first off week, former Buckeyes captain Zach Boren takes a closer look at where the emphasis will be from the coaching staff before heading west to Washington.

Following a 37-9 win over Ohio, Ohio State will get a week off before heading to Washington for the first road game of the 2025 season. Before the off week begins, The Austin & Birm Show is providing some first thoughts on what went right and what went wrong against the Bobcats on Saturday night. These are Snap Judgments with Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham.

Ohio State takes on Ohio in a primetime matchup on Saturday evening but before the game arrives The Austin & Birm Show are giving their takes on how the Buckeyes and Bobcats battle could play out in the latest episode of Bold Predictions.

Ohio State offered a new 2026 in-state lineman and the offer may signal that the Buckeyes are at the end of their recent attempt to "re-evaluate everyone." On the latest episode of Talking Stuff from The Austin & Birm Show, Jeremy Birmingham and Lettermen Row's Mick Walker talk about that offer and the latest in Ohio State football recruiting news, notes and rumors

There's not a lot of data to this point but Ohio State seems to be ahead of the curve when it comes to the current college football landscape. The Austin & Birm Show are analyzing the things that seem to be going well and the things that seem to still be a struggle in Columbus on the latest Three Things Thursday.

Ohio State had a number of players and head coach Ryan Day meet with the media on Wednesday night and following the evening's media opportunities, The Austin & Birm Show broke down their thoughts on what they heard and saw on the latest episode of Snap Judgments.

Welcome to another Wednesday on The Beat and The Austin & Birm Show. After a big win over Grambling State, the Buckeyes are trying to figure out where to go next with a handful of players that seemed to have earned a shot at more playing time. Plus, how good is Keenan Bailey's tight end room? It's a Stock Watch on The Beat.

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day met with the media on Tuesday at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center and following his press conference The Austin & Birm Show shared their thoughts on the day's biggest topics.

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day will meet with the media on Tuesday afternoon and that means it's time for another edition of Talking Tuesday on The Austin & Birm Show as 10TV's Adam King joins Austin Ward to go over the things they're wondering about ahead of the Buckeyes primetime home game against the Ohio Bobcats. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Welcome to The Live Show at Roosters, driven by Tansky Powersports on The Austin & Birm Show. Following a 70-point win over outmatched Grambling State, Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham shared a fun, casual conversation with former Ohio State players Justin Zwick and Bobby Carpenter—as well as Roosters restaurants Nicole Cox—to break down the blowout victory and see where the Buckeyes go next. Ready for your next adventure? Don't forget to head to https://www.tanskypowersports.com, a one-stop shop for ATVs, Dirt bikes, golf carts, and more. Whether you are looking for speed, power, or versatility, Tansky powersports has something for everyone.

Ohio State made the most of the opportunity to get more live-action work in Week Two, even if Grambling was never going to give the nation’s top-ranked team much of a test in the Horseshoe. The Buckeyes built depth, expanded the passing attack and again flexed a dynamic defense in a shutout, blowout victory. Former Ohio State captain Zach Boren kicks off the week on The Beat by breaking it all down with Austin Ward.

Ohio State did everything it wanted to do against an outgunned but game Grambling State team at Ohio Stadium on Saturday. The Buckeyes, led by Julian Sayin and a near flawless first half, blew out the Tigers 70-0. Following the game, The Austin & Birm Show shared some Snap Judgments about what they saw inside the stadium.

Ohio State is back to work on Saturday taking on Grambling in a game that will very likely provide a great opportunity for some young, unproven Buckeyes to get their first real taste of in-game college action. That's why this week's episode of Bold Predictions on The Austin & Birm Show is chock-full of freshman expectations.

Ohio State hosted one of the biggest recruiting weekends in program history and on the latest episode of Talking Stuff from The Austin & Birm Show, Jeremy Birmingham—joined by Lettermen Row's Mick Walker—is breaking down the key visitors from last weekend. The guys are also talking about the Buckeyes 2026 recruiting approach and how they could see this cycle finish as Ohio State continues its re-evaluation process.

Ohio State has a tune up game against Grambling State and the Buckeyes are looking to avoid an emotional letdown in week two. The Austin & Birm Show is breaking down a few things ahead of that game, including what areas are most important for improvement after the season opener.

Wednesday night at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center featured Ryan Day, Tim Walton and a host of Ohio State players meeting with the media ahead of the Buckeyes second game of the season against Grambling State. Following the night's media opportunity, The Austin & Birm Show provided some Snap Judgments on what they heard and saw.

Ohio State didn't rotate much in the secondary but it turns out the Buckeyes didn't need to because Jaylen McClain and Lorenzo Styles have become indispensable to the defense of new defensive coordinator Matt Patricia. It's Wednesday and it's another Stock Watch on The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show.

It's time for a fun, casual conversation at Roosters on Henderson Road in Columbus as The Live Show at Roosters, presented by Tansky Powersports, returns with a lot of of big game to talk about. Former Ohio State linebacker Bobby Carpenter and quarterback Justin Zwick, along with Roosters Nicole Cox, join The Austin & Birm Show to break down the Texas battle and where things go from here for the Buckeyes.

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day met with the media on Tuesday for his weekly press conference and following the day's festivities, The Austin & Birm Show are sharing Snap Judgments on what the Buckeyes leader had to say coming off the big win over Texas. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State is 1-0 and the Buckeyes are turning their attention to Grambling State after a big season-opening win over top-ranked Texas. Tuesday, Ryan Day will hold his weekly press conference and as we do every week on The Austin & Birm Show, Talking Tuesday is all about the biggest questions that Austin Ward and 10TV's Adam King are thinking about asking the Ohio State head coach. CONNECT Website: https://www.10tv.com/ X: https://x.com/10TV Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WBNS10TV/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wbns10tv/?hl=en CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

The Buckeyes sent a clear message that the reigning national champions aren’t going away after knocking off Texas again. Former Ohio State captain Zach Boren is back for another season breaking it all down with Austin Ward on The Beat, and the guys covered all angles from the 14-7 victory over the Longhorns and what it means moving forward for the program.

It wasn't always pretty but it was enough: Ohio State knocked off Texas 14-7 in a showdown of the country's best teams. Following the win at Ohio Stadium, The Austin & Birm Show shared their first thoughts on the game in the latest episode of Snap Judgments.

It's one day before the game America has been waiting for as Ohio State and Texas are set to square off at Ohio Stadium. On Freaky Fridays, The Austin & Birm Show are getting bold and making predictions about how they see the contest unfolding. This week, Buckeyes captains Austin Siereveld and Brandon Inniss join the show to chop it up a bit with the guys as well. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Welcome to Talking Stuff on The Austin & Birm Show. Birm is joined by Mick Walker of LettermenRow.com to discuss the latest in Ohio State football news, notes and thoughts as the Buckeyes get ready for a monster showdown with Texas in front of more than 100 recruits. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

The season-opener is two days away and that means The Austin & Birm Show have three thoughts on Ohio State and Texas as lineups and final game plans take shape in Columbus. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Following the final preseason media session with Ohio State head coach Ryan Day and the four Buckeyes captains, The Austin & Birm Show share some snap judgments on what they took away from the night's press availability. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State has a number of known commodities but some of the Buckeyes lesser-known players will play a big role in Saturday's effort to knock off top-ranked Texas. The Austin & Birm Show are giving their thoughts on some of the players who will be necessary to fill those roles on Saturday. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day met with the media on Tuesday to discuss the final preparations for the Buckeyes huge home opener against Texas and broke down where things stand with the lineup as looks to avoid distractions leading into the game with the top-ranked Longhorns. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

The Texas game is five days away and on Tuesday morning, Ohio State head coach Ryan Day will meet with the media to give an important update on the progress being made by his Buckeyes. On The Beat for Tuesday morning, 10TV's Adam King join The Austin & Birm Show to open up on the biggest things he's thinking about as the Longhorns get ready to battle in Ohio Stadium. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State opens its season on Saturday with a massive battle against top-ranked Texas. On The Live Show at Roosters, former Ohio State players Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick and Roosters Restaurants Nicole Cox join The Austin & Birm Show to break down proper expectations for the hotly-contested battle against the Longhorns and what it will take for the Buckeyes to beat Texas again. And there's some great Roosters food as well, which pairs perfectly with the fun, casual conversation this week. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

It's game week in Columbus but before the week-long dissection of Ohio State and Texas, The Austin & Birm Show is diving into what they expect to see happen for the Buckeyes this season in the first Bold Predictions of 2025. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

We're just about one week from Ohio State and Texas battling it out at Ohio Stadium and this week's Freaky Friday Mailbag has a lot of questions about that game and what to expect from the Buckeyes offense, defense and more. This is The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show.

Training camp is over at Ohio State and the Buckeyes are getting into Texas game prep with a group of positions that have been solidified over the offseason. Which groups have stepped up? What's the biggest issue now heading in to the season opener? Those are a few of the thoughts on this Three Thoughts Thursday edition of The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

It's Snap Judgments time on The Austin & Birm Show and today it's all about tight ends. While Birm is out rehabbing a bum ankle, Spencer Holbrook of Lettermen Row joins Austin (Thanks Spencer!) to dissect the words of Keenan Bailey and the Buckeyes deep, talented tight end room following the last media session of training camp for Ohio State. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Welcome back to The Austin & Birm Show as the guys give a look at some names to know on the latest Ohio State stock watch. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State replaces some key parts from its national title secondary but the Buckeyes believe they've got the depth and talent to retain the title of BIA thanks to the emergence of guys like Jermaine Mathews and Davison Igbinosun -- and of course "Coach" Caleb Downs. The latest Snap Judgments from The Austin & Birm Show. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Welcome to The Beat on The Austin & Birm Show for Tuesday, August 19, 2025. The Buckeyes named their starting quarterback on Monday and 10TV sports anchor Adam King joins Austin to break down the decision from his vantage point and to try and sort out why Texas is being viewed so differently than Ohio State nationally. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State has its starting quarterback and with two weeks left before its home opener against Texas, the Buckeyes will turn to getting Julian Sayin, and the rest of its roster, ready for a premier matchup to open the season. On the latest Snap Judgments, Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham talk about what Ryan Day, Matt Patricia and Brian Hartline said on Monday in an important preseason press conference. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State has its captains and its Block O jersey recipient for 2025 but do the Buckeyes have their starting quarterback? Ryan Day, Brian Hartline and Matt Patricia will be meet with the media on Monday to discuss where things are following Saturday's scrimmage and what's next for Ohio State. Welcome to Monday on The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State may very well name a starting quarterback after its second scrimmage of training camp on Saturday but how much has this battle really changed since the spring? That's one piece of the conversation on the latest episode of The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show. The guys also talk other keys for Saturday and what is the right thing to expect when it comes to Michigan's NCAA punishment, which is expected to be announced on Friday. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State defensive line coach Larry Johnson has one of his most daunting coaching jobs ever ahead of him with a deep, talented but wholly unproven Buckeyes defensive line group looking to make a mark in 2025.

It's a Three Thoughts Thursday on The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show as the guys delve into the defensive line talk ahead of this morning's media availability, prognosticate on potential award winners and talk captains ahead of Saturday's key scrimmage. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State has a roster full of talented players but there are some guys elevating as the Buckeyes get closer to their season opener against Texas and those players are worth putting a little more stock into, like Kayden McDonald. On The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show, that's the primary conversation for a Wednesday morning. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

The Ohio State offensive line has a lot of flexibility and talent but with just about two weeks until the season opener against Texas, the Buckeyes are still trying to sort out their best five to start against the Longhorns. The emergence of Phillip Daniels is one of the primary reasons for that confusion and that's where the latest episode of Snap Judgments on The Austin & Birm Show kicks off.

With a scrimmage in the bank and less than three weeks to go until the season opener, Ohio State is moving closer to nailing down its depth chart. But the competitions across the board are expected to continue through this week, which makes for some interesting discussion about the offensive line for the Buckeyes. On a TalKing Tuesday on The Beat, Adam King and Austin Ward break it down. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State appears to be set to move Austin Siereveld to left tackle and the Buckeyes are getting closer to a decision at quarterback according to Ryan Day. The Buckeyes head coach spoke with the media on Monday and following that press conference The Austin & Birm Show broke down what they heard on the latest edition of Snap Judgments.

Welcome to The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show as the guys open up another week of Buckeyes training camp by taking your questions about Ohio State football. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State running backs coach Carlos Locklyn and his position group met with the media on Friday morning and following that availability, Austin Ward of The Austin & Birm Show was joined by Lettermen Row's Spencer Holbrook to break down their thoughts on Snap Judgments. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State is ready for a big scrimmage on Saturday as the Buckeyes running backs take the spotlight on Friday morning at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. Also on The Austin & Birm Show, new Ohio State athletic's Hall of Fame inductee Billy Price checks in to talk about life after football and what it means to be recognized for everything he accomplished in Columbus. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State is working hard to get ready for Texas and the first week of Buckeyes training camp is over. On the latest editiion of The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show, the guys are talking about the things that caught their attention in week one from the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State linebackers are drawing rave reviews around Columbus as James Laurinaitis continues to reshape his position group in year two as the Buckeyes full-time linebackers coach. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State has a number of big-time players making a move for playing time and more as the Buckeyes continue their path to the 2025 season. On the latest episode of The Beat, The Austin & Birm Show talk Stocks and who is up after the first week of training camp 2025. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day and quarterbacks coach Billy Fessler—along with three Buckeyes quarterbacks—met with the media following Tuesday morning's practice at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. Following that interview session, The Austin & Birm Show shared some Snap Judgments on what they heard and saw on Tuesday morning. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

The first true Talking Tuesday of the season has arrived at Ohio State, and coach Ryan Day and his quarterbacks will meet with the media at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center after practice No. 5 of training camp. The Beat gets set for the press conference as always with 10TV’s Adam King chatting with Austin Ward about what’s on their mind for the quarterbacks after seeing three open practices last week with the Buckeyes. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Kayden McDonald, Brandon Inniss and Bennett Christian have been among the unheralded players standing out the most after three days of Ohio State 2025 football camp.

Ohio State wrapped up its third practice of training camp and final meeting in front of fans for the summer. Following the day's work, The Austin & Birm Show shared some Snap Judgments about what they saw and thought from the Woody Hayes Athletic Center on Saturday. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State was on the field for a second practice of training camp 2025 and the Buckeyes got some good news on the injury scare for Eddrick Houston as the quarterback battle elevated to another level with some rotation. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State general manager Mark Pantoni joins The Beat on The Austin & Birm Show to share his thoughts on his continued job evolution with the Buckeyes admist nonstop changes to the sport, and role, he revolutionized. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State was back on the practice field for the first time this fall and a potentially devastating injury to Eddrick Houston overshadowed the quarterback battle and everything else at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State hits the practice field on Thursday and a host of new names and faces will get a chance to connect with and impress Buckeyes fans for the first time. How will they handle that moment? That's one of the things we're thinking about on Three Thoughts Thursday. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

It's the day before Ohio State opens up its fall practice slate and the Buckeyes social media shared some more goodies about which players have been leading the charge in Columbus this summer. It's not a bunch of guys that the national media would expect, either. The latest Stock Watch from The Austin & Birm Show focuses on those key Ohio State players. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State is only two days away from the start of training camp, and a Talking Tuesday on The Beat started and ended with the pressing questions at quarterback. 10TV’s Adam King joins Austin Ward for another chat as the Buckeyes get ready to return to the practice field, and it’s clear where the attention will be as Julian Sayin and Lincoln Kienholz resume the battle to take over the offense for the reigning national champions.

Ohio State is starting its national title chase this week but before we turn to the Buckeyes 2025 season, The Austin & Birm Show is taking one last look back at the conversations that caught our attention from last week's Big Ten Media Days in Las Vegas. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State athletic director Ross Bjork joins The Austin & Birm Show for an enlightening conversation on NIL strategies, rules and more on the latest edition of The Beat. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Austin Ward of The Austin & Birm Show is joined by 10TV's Adam King for a lively discussion from Las Vegas about what the guys learned from Ohio State and the Buckeyes representatives while out West for the 2025 Big Ten Media Days. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State has three of the brightest stars in college football with Jeremiah Smith, Sonny Styles and Caleb Downs and those three joined The Austin & Birm Show in Las Vegas from Big Ten Media Days to discuss their experience, their offseason and more. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

After a long day in Las Vegas, Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham of The Austin & Birm Show break down what they learned and took away from Ohio State and its appearance at the 2025 Big Ten Media Days. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day joins The Austin & Birm Show to talk about the lessons he's learned from the post-national title celebration offseason. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti will have a lot of stuff to talk about when he takes the podium on the first day of the 2025 Big Ten Football Media Days in Las Vegas. How are recently released opinions about Michigan's cheating scandal going to be received by Ohio State and others? That's one of the more interesting subplots heading into Tuesday. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Saturday afternoon's Cardale Jones Charity Softball Game shed some interesting light on Lincoln Kienholz, Tywone Malone and a few other Ohio State players with something to prove as The Beat gets ready to head to Las Vegas. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State is back to 21 commitments in its 2026 recruiting class as four-star receiver Jerquaden Guilford picks the Buckeyes over Ole Miss, Michigan and Indiana. Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham break it down on the latest Snap Judgments on The Austin & Birm Show. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

It's Freaky Friday on The Beat as Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham answer viewers questions about all things Ohio State football. Thanks for watching The Austin & Birm Show! Have a great weekend. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

It's a Thursday on The Beat and that means The Austin & Birm Show is getting into the deepest thoughts of Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham. Today's show focuses on the Buckeyes 2025 football schedule and a few potential landmines along the way to a national title repeat. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Welcome back to The Beat courtesy of The Austin & Birm Show and another Wednesday Stock Watch edition of the show. Today, Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham are breaking down the forgotten second-year players at Ohio State who could make a surprise—but important—impact this year for the Buckeyes. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

At the midway point of July, television’s Adam King returns for another weekly chat on The Beat with Austin Ward. This time around, the guys are breaking down some critical pieces to the national-title defense for Ohio State who perhaps aren’t getting talked about enough ahead of training camp for the Buckeyes. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State and Texas are both going into the 2025 season with a number of key changes so why are the Buckeyes being viewed as the team with everything to replace? That's one of the day's big questions on The Austin & Birm Show and the latest episode of The Beat. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Freaky Friday on The Beat is back with a listener mailbag episode from The Austin & Birm Show. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Covering Ohio State football means no shortages when it comes to things to talk about but every so often we're wishing we could stop talking about a few specific things. On the latest episode of The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show we dive into a few of those topics from this post-championship offseason. CONNECT | OHIO'S SPORTS DESTINATION Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State doesn't rely on its freshmen the way a number of programs do but that doesn't mean there aren't some first-year Buckeyes ready to make an impact in 2025. Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham share their thoughts on which freshmen they're expecting to contribute this fall on the latest episode of The Beat on The Austin & Birm Show.

The Buckeyes are in the final homestretch of the summer offseason, and training camp starts at the end of the month for the reigning national champions. With television’s Adam King back from vacation, he and Austin Ward finished up their Talking Tuesday questions for the coaching staff by switching over to the defensive side of the football for Ohio State on The Beat.

Ohio State is still a primary needle mover for ESPN and its mouthpieces and that was evident again over the weekend as Paul Finebaum found some reasons to badmouth Ryan Day while not recognizing his hypocrisy in doing so. Plus, two huge NIL deals for players heading to Texas Tech and Syracuse are a good reminder of where things are going in the sport.

Ohio State has commitment No. 21 in its 2026 recruiting class as Jamir Perez announces a flip from Florida to the Buckeyes. The Austin & Birm Show is breaking down the impact of his decision and Birm sits down to talk with Perez himself about his recruitment and what led to this decision.

Ohio State has its 2026 quarterback commitment as California gunslinger Luke Fahey picks the Buckeyes. The latest OSU verbal talks about his decision, his Ohio roots and more with The Austin & Birm Show on the latest edition of Talking Stuff. CONNECT Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State star receiver Jeremiah Smith made headlines this week for a number of reasons but his comments about the Buckeyes rivalry with Michigan weren't rooted in arrogance or disrespect. That's one of the three thoughts on this Thursday on The Austin & Birm Show and the latest episode of The Beat.

Welcome to a Wednesday on The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show. Today Bobby Carpenter joins Austin Ward to share his thoughts on how Matt Patricia can impact Ohio State more than people think.

It's Tuesday on The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show and today the guys are breaking down why Jeremiah Smith, Caleb Downs and Sonny Styles are the right choices to represent Ohio State in Las Vegas when the Big Ten hosts it annual Media Days. CONNECT Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Happy Monday from The Austin & Birm Show and welcome back to The Beat as Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham take look at the first team ratings in EA Sports NCAA 2026 and whether or not they're fair to the Buckeyes. Plus, a few thoughts on--again-- on the Ohio State NIL approach after a frustrating weekend of recruiting news. CONNECT Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State commitment Khary Wilder joins The Austin & Birm Show to break down his recruiting process and to talk about his MVP performance at this week's Rivals 5-Star Challenge. Plus, a handful of Buckeyes recruiting targets are set to make college decisions and Birm breaks down the latest Ohio State buzz.

Ohio State added a new commitment late Wednesday night as three-star offensive tackle prospect Aaron Thomas, a Florida State legacy, has picked the Buckeyes. He joined The Austin & Birm Show to talk about his decision with Jeremy Birmingham for 10TV+, 10TV and 97.1 The Fan in Columbus.

Ohio State released another batch of its "Dudes of the Week" and it's good reminder that not every superstar on the Buckeyes roster is a national name ... yet. Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham break down the value of guys like Carson Hinzman and Payton Pierce—alongside national names like Caleb Downs—for Ohio State's football program.

Ohio State and the Buckeyes offense have a number of changes to adapt to from a year ago but how defenses attack Jeremiah Smith in the first year of Brian Hartline's playcalling adventure may be one of the bigger questions they'll face. Austin Ward and Adam King of 10TV are talking about that on a Talking Tuesday episode of The Beat.

Welcome to Monday on The Beat as Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham break down the latest Ohio State recruiting news following a busy weekend in Columbus. It's not all great news as the Scarlet and Gray try and navigate the new landscape of recruiting and build on their No. 4-ranked recruiting class.

The latest episode of The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show welcomes new commitment Cincere Johnson for an interview plus Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham break down the huge official visit weekend coming for Ohio State.

Ohio State got a big commitment on Thursday as four-star in-state linebacker prospect Cincere Johnson, a standout performer at Glenville High School, picked the Buckeyes over Penn State, Alabama and dozens of other opportunities. Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham share their thoughts on Cincere Johnson's commitment and what it means for Ohio State in its 2026 recruiting class. CONNECT Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

The Beat is back for Thursday and that means that Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham are breaking down three things that they're thinking about Ohio State football this week. Have thoughts about a potential topic we should discuss? Email us: TheAustinandBirmShow@gmail.com CONNECT Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Welcome back to The Beat on the Austin & Birm Show as Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham talk about the latest news and notes around Ohio State football. CONNECT Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State finished up its one-day camp circuit on Tuesday and following the day's workouts, Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham broke down their thoughts on some of the bigger names in attendance as well as some insight gained from the official visitors who were in town over the June 13 weekend.

Austin Ward and Adam King have some thoughts on their minds and some questions they're hoping to get answered by Ohio State stars soon.

Happy Monday from The Austin & Birm Show and welcome to The Beat. On today's episode, the guys break down their thoughts on the best practices for Ohio State football scheduling and discuss the first 2028 commitment for Ryan Day's program.

Ohio State is finally throwing its weight around a little bit as Austin & Birm continue breaking down the recent Ross Bjork press conference plus a look ahead at another double-digit visitor recruiting weekend.

Ohio State athletic director Ross Bjork spent more than an hour talking about the everchanging landscape of college football with the Buckeyes media. Following the press conference, Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham of The Austin & Birm Show shared their first thoughts on the day's conversation. CONNECT Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

On the latest episode of The Beat on The Austin & Birm Show, the guys talk about the changes coming to NIL and how it will impact Ohio State as well as the needs to make changes to some Buckeyes athletic facilities.

With just about six weeks until Ohio State kicks off its national title defense, The Austin & Birm Show is trying to put the spotlight on a few players they think aren't being talked about enough.

Ohio State is well positioned as the new NIL era begins on July 1st. That's one of the primary discussions on the Talking Tuesday edition of The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show.

Ohio State had its coaching staff back to action for another key recruiting camp and a host of top-ranked players were once again back on the practice fields of the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. This is Snap Judgments on The Austin & Birm Show. CONNECT Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ryan Day had to make some unexpected changes to his coaching staff but there's no reason to expect a drop off as Ohio State turns to young, hungry and motivated assistants to keep the program moving in a championship direction. CONNECT Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Four-star running back Favour Akih, a standout at Rutherford B. Hayes High School in nearby Delaware, Ohio, has committed to Ohio State. He joined the Austin & Birm Show to talk about his decision on the latest edition of Talking Stuff. CONNECT Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

There are questions at tackle but the interior of the Ohio State offensive line has plenty of options that have experience and talent for first-year offensive line coach Tyler Bowen.

Ohio State football is back at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center for a one-day recruiting camp and Austin & Birm are there to talk about what they heard and saw on the latest edition of Snap Judgments. CONNECT Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Welcome to The Beat on the Austin & Birm Show and another Three Thoughts Thursday with Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham. Today the guys are talking recruiting camps, scheduling bad opponents and changes coming to Ohio Stadium in 2026.

Ohio State lost four offensive tackles this past offseason and that leaves an interesting year one coming for new offensive line coach Tyler Bowen.

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day is breathing a lot easier these days thanks to a national title run for the ages. What will the new "relaxed" iteration of the Buckeyes head coach look like?

Ohio State commitment Jordan Thomas joins The Austin & Birm to talk about his recruitment, his connection with the Buckeyes and more in the latest episode of Talking Stuff. CONNECT Website: https://www.971thefan.com/ Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/971thefan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/971thefan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@97.1thefan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/971thefan/

Ohio State has a long and proud tradition at linebacker and the room, led by Sonny Styles, has come a long way toward meeting the legacy under the direction of second-year linebackers coach James Laurinaitis.

It's official visit season for Ryan Day and the Ohio State recruiting staff and there are 11 visitors heading to town this weekend for the Buckeyes. Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham are breaking down the key storylines heading into a pivotal recruiting period for Ohio State.

Ohio State is more powerful than ever as a brand but are the Buckeyes finally cool again? Welcome to Three Thoughts Thursday on The Beat with Austin & Birm.

Three players who've waited three years for a chance to make an impact at Ohio State must step if the Buckeyes defense wants to get anywhere near its 2024 success.

After a second national title with Ohio State, Larry Johnson may have his most daunting coaching task yet with the Buckeyes: replacing Tyleik Williams and Ty Hamilton in the middle of the Silver Bullets defense.

On the latest Freaky Friday edition of The Beat, Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham talk about Texas saying no to a night game at Ohio State, the hardest Buckeyes to replace and the right way to enjoy a Memorial Day cookout.

Ohio State calls itself BIA for a reason and Jermaine Mathews, Davison Igbinosun and company are set to lead the Buckeyes defense from the cornerback position in 2025.

Ohio State 2025 signee Jordyn Woods joins The Beat to talk about his path to the Buckeyes. Plus, Ohio State adds a fourth quarterback to its roster from the transfer portal.

10TV's Adam King joins Austin Ward to break down a few offseason items that we're confident will come true about the 2025 Ohio State Buckeyes.

Ohio State has a superstar among superstars with Jeremiah Smith but the Buckeyes have a host of talented receivers behind him and at the disposal of offensive coordinator Brian Hartline.

Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham continue to break down the Ohio State roster position-by-position with an in-depth look at the Buckeyes tight ends, a deep and talented position held together by young tight ends coach Keenan Bailey.

Ohio State has only a few marquee games at home this season and that means Fox and Big Noon Kick-Off is going to do everything it can to feature the Buckeyes on its afternoon slate.

Ohio State safeties coach Matt Guerrieri lost some key players but returns Caleb Downs to lead the safeties room for the Buckeyes in 2025.

The offseason is always wild for Ohio State and on the latest edition of THE Beat, Austin Ward is joined by 10TV sports anchor Adam King to talk about what's going on around Buckeyes football.

Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham are breaking down the Ohio State running backs room heading into the second year for Carlos Locklyn as the Buckeyes running backs coach.

Ohio State football never sleeps and even in the lull of the offseason there's plenty to discuss as Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham dive into the Buckeyes mailbag on a beautiful Freaky Friday in Central Ohio.

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day doesn't seem close to naming a starting quarterback but how long can the battle between Julian Sayin and Lincoln Kienholz drag on?

The Beat: Ohio State stock watch as Austin Siereveld, CJ Hicks and others emerge for Buckeyes