Welcome to the Buckeye Talk Live Show. A weekly podcast brought to you live at noon every Wednesday for the 2025 season as Ohio State hopes to repeat as national champions. Every week, we'll discuss the program from a big picture perspective. This week, we rank the 12 head coaches in the College Football Playoff. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Buckeye Talk Live Show. A weekly podcast brought to you live at noon every Wednesday for the 2025 season as Ohio State hopes to repeat as national champions. Every week, we'll discuss the program from a big picture perspective. This week, we predict the 2025 College Football Playoff and how far OSU might make it. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Means and Andrew Gillis look ahead to Ohio State's 2027 recruiting class. They explore the strategic needs for each position, from quarterbacks to defensive ends, and the impact of the transfer portal. Tune in for an in-depth analysis of Ohio State's recruiting strategy and what it means for the team's future success. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The transfer portal will officially open on Jan. 2, and Ohio State is expected to be in the market for talent. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik look at Ohio State's roster and what positions need portal help the most in 2026. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sherrone Moore has been fired as Michigan's head coach. On this emergency episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis give their immediate and raw reactions to that decision. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss the Heisman Trophy finalists. They analyze the performance of the finalists, discuss the impact of injuries on player rankings, and debate the voting process. They also look ahead to next year's Heisman candidates, particularly Julian Sayin, and whether he's set himself up to be the favorite in 2026. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss Ohio State's 2026 recruiting class. The break down the impact of Brian Hartline's departure, the significance of Chris Henry Jr.'s commitment, and the overall strength of the recruiting class. They delve into the future of Ohio State's offense, the saga surrounding Legend Bey's recruitment, and provide superlatives for the class. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the “Leave No Doubt” pod, an in-season Monday episode of Buckeye Talk where Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik constantly ask a simple weekly question: Did Ohio State leave no doubt on Saturday? This week, we look at OSU’s Big Ten Championship loss and why it happened. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's path to a national title is set with the release of the 12-team College Football Playoff bracket. The second-seeded OSU has earned a bye in the first round and will face the winner between Texas A&M and Miami in the Cotton Bowl. Head coach Ryan Day discussed the matchup for the first time while reacting to his team's seed. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss Ohio State's playoff path and what Day had to say about it. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there.path to a national title is set with the release of the 12-team College Football Playoff bracket. The second-seeded OSU has earned a bye in the first round and will face the winner between Texas A&M and Miami in the Cotton. Head coach Ryan Day discussed the matchup for the first time while reacting to his team's seed. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss Ohio State's playoff path and what Day had to say about it. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Buckeye Talk Live Show. A weekly podcast brought to you live at noon every Wednesday for the 2025 season as Ohio State hopes to repeat as national champions. Every week, we'll discuss the program from a big picture perspective. This week, we preview the Big Ten Championship Game between Ohio State and Indiana. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Tak, Stephen Means, Andrew Gillis, and Stefan Krajisnik discuss the significant changes in Ohio State football, particularly focusing on Brian Hartline's departure as offensive coordinator and its implications for recruiting. Then they explore the evolving landscape of college football, including the impact of NIL and the transfer portal on recruiting strategies. The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities facing Ohio State as it navigates this new era in college football. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, hosts Stefan Krajisnik, Andrew Gillis, and Stephen Means dive into the upcoming Big Ten Championship game between Ohio State and Indiana. They discuss the challenges Ohio State faces against Indiana's experienced quarterback, Fernando Mendoza, and the strategic insights from Ryan Day's press conference. The conversation also touches on Ohio State's defensive prowess and the team's preparation for the championship showdown. Plus, a prediction Day made about a key part of the Michigan win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the latest updates on Ohio State's recruiting class heading into Signing Day. With 28 commitments, they break down the dynamics of signing day, potential flips, and the strategic moves by Ohio State to secure top talent. Tune in for insights on key players, the impact of recent coaching changes, and what the future holds for the Buckeyes. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the “Leave No Doubt” pod, an in-season Monday episode of Buckeye Talk where Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik constantly ask a simple weekly question: Did Ohio State leave no doubt on Saturday? This week, we take a look at the most important drive in Ohio State's 27-9 win over Michigan. The drive that broke the Wolverines. Plus, a look ahead at why an inconsequential Big Ten Championship Game still has meaning. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The losing streak is finally over. Ohio State snapped a four-game skid against Michigan with a 27-9 win over Michigan. That win punched its ticket to the Big Ten Championship Game against Indiana, ended the Wolverines' chances of making the College Football Playoff and practically guarantees OSU a bye. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik, Andrew Gillis and Jimmy Watkins break down the win, what it means and what's next. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means dives into the intense emotions and high stakes surrounding the Ohio State vs. Michigan rivalry. From rants from our Subtext subscribers to strategic insights, we explore what this game means for the Buckeyes and their passionate supporters. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Buckeye Talk Live Show. A weekly podcast brought to you live at noon every Wednesday for the 2025 season as Ohio State hopes to repeat as national champions. Every week, we'll discuss the program from a big picture perspective. This week, we preview the Ohio State-Michigan Game. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik, and Andrew Gillis discuss the latest Ohio State news and vibes. The trio dives into OSU's preparation for the upcoming game against Michigan, insights from recent press conferences, and the impact of key player injuries. Tune in for an engaging discussion on team dynamics, game strategies, and the ever-evolving college football landscape. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Jimmy Watkins as they dive into the high-stakes showdown between Ohio State and Michigan. With playoff implications on the line, they explore the psychological and strategic dynamics that could determine the outcome. From coaching pressures to player performances, this episode unpacks the intense rivalry and what it means for both teams. Tune in for an in-depth analysis of one of college football's most anticipated matchups. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the “Leave No Doubt” pod, an in-season Monday episode of Buckeye Talk where Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik constantly as a simple weekly question: Did Ohio State leave no doubt on Saturday? This week, we look at how Ohio State’s used Rutgers to give a hit towards its defensive attack for Michigan. Plus, a big picture conversation about The Game. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State improved to 11-0 on the season following a 42-9 win over Rutgers. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis react to the win and look forward to Michigan. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's game against Rutgers, and make their picks. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Buckeye Talk Live Show. A weekly podcast brought to you live at noon every Wednesday for the 2025 season as Ohio State hopes to repeat as national champions. Every week, we'll discuss the program from a big picture perspective. This week, we discuss a few players who might be playing their last game in Ohio Stadium Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss the latest injury updates for key Ohio State players, including Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate, as well as the implications for the upcoming game against Michigan. They analyze Ryan Day's management of player health and the impact on fan expectations. The conversation delves into the importance of player readiness and the strategies for handling injuries as the season progresses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State continues to stay busy on the recruiting trail, adding six players across two different classes over the past two weeks. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis break down the additions of cornerback Jay Timmons, offensive lineman Mason Wilhelm, tight end Nick Lautar and defensive linemen Emmanuel Ruffin and Dre Quinn. Plus, 2027 safety Eli Johnson. They discuss what they right to their respective class, what their additions mean and whether the Buckeyes are done adding guys before Signing Day. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the “Leave No Doubt” pod, an in-season Monday episode of Buckeye Talk where Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik constantly as a simple weekly question: Did Ohio State leave no doubt on Saturday? This week, we map out how OSU will approach its only remaining flaw for the rest of the season. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State improved to 10-0 on the season following a 48-10 win over UCLA. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis react to the win and their concern over the health a few important players.. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's game against UCLA, and make their picks. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Buckeye Talk Live Show. A weekly podcast brought to you live at noon every Wednesday for the 2025 season as Ohio State hopes to repeat as national champions. Every week, we'll discuss the program from a big picture perspective. This week, we prepare for Ohio State's game against UCLA by rewatching the last time Bruins quarterback Nico Iamaleava came to Columbus. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss various aspects of Ohio State football. They begin by highlighting the offensive line's issues, especially the right guard position, which has been handled by a committee due to performance concerns. They also discuss injury updates, the defensive line depth, the running back order, and the role of tight ends in the passing game. The conversation highlights the team's strategy moving forward and the implications for upcoming games, especially against Michigan and in the playoffs. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means rides solo with the Subtext subscribers ranting about numerous topics surrounding Ohio State. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the “Leave No Doubt” pod, an in-season Monday episode of Buckeye Talk where Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik constantly as a simple weekly question: Did Ohio State leave no doubt on Saturday? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State improved to 9-0 on the season following a 34-10 win over Purdue, making it an eight-straight game where it won by three-plus scores On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis react to the win and discuss where they think OSU will be in the first College Football Playoff rankings. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠game against Purdue, and make their picks. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Buckeye Talk Live Show. A weekly podcast brought to you live at noon every Wednesday for the 2025 season as Ohio State hopes to repeat as national champions. Every week, we'll discuss the program from a big picture perspective. This week, we discuss the Heisman Trophy and what our ballot would look like if the season ended today. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The first College Football Playoff rankings of the 2025 season are out, putting Ohio State in a favorable place. The Buckeyes debuted in the No.1 spot in the first rankings of the new 12-team era. On this Wednesday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik break down what that means going forward. Then Andrew Gillis joins in as the trio reacts to everything Ryan Day, said as OSU prepares to face Purdue on Saturday. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the current state of Ohio State's recruiting classes, focusing on the 2026 and 2027 classes. They analyze the impact of recent decommitments, particularly that of offensive tackle Aaron Thomas, and the depth of the offensive line. Then the conversation shifts to the promising additions to the 2027 class, including Kellen Wymer and Mason Wilt, and the significance of recruiting local talent. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the “Leave No Doubt” pod, an in-season Monday episode of Buckeye Talk where Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik constantly as a simple weekly question: Did Ohio State leave no doubt on Saturday? This week, we break down the first half of a 38-14 win over Penn State, where OSU might've finally leaned completely into its identity. Then we have a Heisman Trophy conversation about Julian Sayin and Jeremiah Smith. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State improved to 8-0 on the season following a 38-14 win over Penn State making it nine straight against the Nittany Lions. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis react to the win and discuss where they think OSU will be in the first College Football Playoff rankings. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠game against Penn State, and make their picks. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Buckeye Talk Live Show. A weekly podcast brought to you live at noon every Wednesday for the 2025 season as Ohio State hopes to repeat as national champions. Every week, we'll discuss the program from a big picture perspective. This week, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis tier all 18 Big Ten teams. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk,  Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss everything they learned during Ryan Day's press conference in preparation for Ohio State's game against Penn State. They delve into the offensive line decisions, the running game's effectiveness, and Day's competitive nature. The conversation also touches on the coaching carousel and the future of key staff members like Brian Hartline and Matt Patricia. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the current state of Ohio State's recruiting class, the impact of recent coaching changes at Penn State and LSU, and the strategies that Ohio State might employ to capitalize on these shifts. They analyze key players in the 2026 recruiting class, the importance of building relationships with recruits, and the financial considerations that come into play in the modern recruiting landscape. The conversation also touches on the challenges of recruiting from Louisiana and the historical context of Ohio State's recruiting efforts in that state. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the “Leave No Doubt” pod, an in-season Monday episode of Buckeye Talk where Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik constantly as a simple weekly question: Did Ohio leave no doubt on Saturday? This week, we discuss the 10 most valuable people to OSU's question for a second straight national title. Instead of seeing how the Buckeyes left no doubt, we decide whether a few teams on their schedule achieved that mission or not. And what it means as we evaluate what’s next. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Buckeye Talk Live Show. A weekly podcast brought to you live at noon every Wednesday for the 2025 season as Ohio State hopes to repeat as national champions. Every week, we'll discuss the program from a big picture perspective. This week, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis compare Ohio State's 2024 and 2025 rosters to decide which they think is better. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss insights from Ryan Day's recent press conference, focusing on the pressing questions surrounding the Ohio State football team, particularly the offensive line and running back performance. They evaluate the current state of the offensive line, the hierarchy of running backs, and the challenges faced in the run game. The conversation also touches on special teams and player evaluations, while looking ahead to the upcoming matchup against Penn State. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been a while since we've done a rants pod, and an Ohio State bye week seems like the perfect time for one. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means takes rants from the Subtext subscribers on a wide range of subjects, from Jeremiah Smith's usage, OSU's struggling run game and Brian Hartline as a playcaller. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the “Leave No Doubt” pod, an in-season Monday episode of Buckeye Talk where Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik constantly ask a simple weekly question: Did Ohio State leave no doubt on Saturday? This week, we look at the good, the bad and everything in between from OSU's 7-0 start. Instead of seeing how the Buckeyes left no doubt, we decide whether a few teams on their schedule achieved that mission or not. And what it means as we evaluate what’s next. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State improved to 7-0 after a 34-0 win over Wisconsin. The win marked the fifth time since Ryan Day took over as head coach that OSU shut out an opponent and the second time it's done so in a game where Luke Fickell was on the opposing sideline. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis quickly give their thoughts on the first seven games of the season. Unfortunately, they were short on time because they were getting kicked out of the press box. This episode is quick. But don't worry, Stephen and Stefan will be back on Monday's 'Leave No Doubt' pod with a more thorough evaluation of what they saw. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's⁠ ⁠⁠Big Ten opponent, Wisconsin, and make their picks. Here’s what gets discussed: What’s more important for OSU on Saturday: The run game or the pass game? The trio makes their game predictions and; What other teams should OSU fans keep an eye on this weekend? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Buckeye Talk Live Show. A weekly podcast brought to you live at noon every Wednesday for the 2025 season as Ohio State hopes to repeat as national champions. Every week, we'll discuss the program from a big picture perspective. This week, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss the College Football Playoff race heading into the second half of the season. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik, and Andrew Gillis as they dive into the latest on Ohio State football. The trio discusses Ohio State's evolving run game, focusing on Bo Jackson's role and potential impact. They discuss the challenges posed by the transfer portal and its implications for the Buckeyes' roster management. The team also reflects on Ryan Day's recent press conference, analyzing his approach to upcoming games against Wisconsin and Penn State. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the “Leave No Doubt” pod, an in-season Monday episode of Buckeye Talk where Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik constantly ask a simple weekly question: Did Ohio State leave no doubt on Saturday? This week, take a big picture look at how OSU's done through six games and if we think any team is truly a threat. Plus, a reaction to Penn State firing James Franklin. Instead of seeing how the Buckeyes left no doubt, we decide whether a few teams on their schedule achieved that mission or not. And what it means as we evaluate what’s next. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State improved to 3-0 in Big Ten play with a 34-16 win over Illinois. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik react to the win and what it revealed about OSU's offense. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's ⁠Big Ten opponent, Illinois, and make their picks. Here’s what gets discussed: Can this be considered a trap game? If this game is closer, or Illinois wins, what does it look like? The trio makes their game predictions and; What other teams should OSU fans keep an eye on this weekend? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Buckeye Talk Live Show.  A weekly podcast brought to you live at noon every Wednesday for the 2025 season as Ohio State hopes to repeat as national champions. Every week, we’ll discuss the program from a big picture perspective. This week, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down who they think Ohio State’s best Heisman Trophy candidate should be. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss Ohio State’s upcoming game against Illinois. The trio focuses on Ryan Day’s mindset, the team’s motivation, and the importance of player development. They delve into the defensive line’s performance, concerns about the kicking game, and the offensive line’s rotation, highlighting the challenges and strategies as the team prepares for the match. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Flip season has arrived in college football recruiting, and Ohio State is active. With Signing Day two months away, OSU has turned its energy in the 2026 class toward adding a few more names to a top 10 class, even if those names have already committed elsewhere. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis dive into those names and what flipping them would mean and why doing so is so important. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the “Leave No Doubt” pod, an in-season Monday episode of Buckeye Talk where Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik constantly ask a simple weekly question: Did Ohio State leave no doubt on Saturday? This week, we take a bird's eye view at what's possible for OSU has they chase back-to-back champions Instead of seeing how the Buckeyes left no doubt, we decide whether a few teams on their schedule achieved that mission or not. And what it means as we evaluate what’s next. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State improved to 2-0 in Big Ten play with a 42-3 win over Minnesota. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis react to the win and what the first two conference games have taught us about OSU’s chances of getting back to the conference championship game for the first time since 2020. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's Big Ten opponent, Minnesota and make their picks. Here’s what gets discussed: How Minnesota’s flaws provide a chance for OSU to improve; What success and failure look like in a game where the Buckeyes are favorited by 23.5 points; The trio make their game predictions and; What other teams OSU fans should keep an eye on this weekend. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Buckeye Talk Live Show. A weekly podcast brought to you live at noon every Wednesday for the 2025 season as Ohio State hopes to repeat as national champions. Every week, we’ll discuss the program from a big picture perspective. This week, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss Big Ten quarterbacks. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Ohio State returns to Columbus for its only home game of October, it does so with some issues to solve. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down everything Ryan Day said during his weekly press conference, where the major talking point was special teams, a former five-star defensive lineman and OSU's offensive approach. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the “Leave No Doubt” pod, an in-season Monday episode of Buckeye Talk where Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik constantly ask a simple weekly question: Did Ohio State leave no doubt on Saturday? This week, we break down an offense that showed that even in a 24-6 win over Washington, OSU is still trying to figure out its identity. Instead of seeing how the Buckeyes left no doubt, we decide whether a few teams on their schedule achieved that mission or not. And what it means as we evaluate what’s next. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State opened up Big Ten play with a 24-6 win over Washington, where its defense was once again the star of the show. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis react to the win by looking at what might be the nation's best unit and the statement OSU made against the Huskies. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's⁠ first Big Ten opponent, Washington and make their picks. Here’s what gets discussed: What should be the vibe around this game? The trio returns to make their game picks. In a loaded week of college football, which ones matter the most to OSU? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Buckeye Talk Live Show. A weekly podcast brought to you live at noon every Wednesday for the 2025 season as Ohio State hopes to repeat as national champions. Every week, we'll discuss the program from a big picture perspective. Up first, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down what it means to be a super team in college football and whether OSU has the DNA to be that in 2025. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is preparing to head west to face Washington in a season-opener that should test both sides of the ball. On offense, it's another chance for a young quarterback to cross another objective off the list in his path to elite status. On defense, it's a chance for the one potential question mark to show it's found quality answers. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss both of those subjects, plus everything else Ryan Day addressed ahead of Saturday's game. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the “Leave No Doubt” pod, an in-season Monday episode of Buckeye Talk where Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik constantly ask a simple weekly question: Did Ohio State leave no doubt on Saturday? This week, we take a step outside the OSU bubble to look around the rest of the Big Ten. Conference play has officially arrived, and a few teams have already made early statements while others fell flat. Instead of seeing how the Buckeyes left no doubt, we decide whether a few teams on their schedule achieved that mission or not. And what it means as we evaluate what’s next. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio State enters its first bye week looking to improve and also build on its early success. On defense, that means continuing on what's been an impressive start to Matt Patricia's time as the coordinator. But what more is in store in the coming weeks? On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis explore those offensive question marks and reassess where the defense is heading into Big Ten play. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State enters its first bye week looking to improve and also build on its early success. On offense, that means continuing to create an identity with new playcaller Brian Hartline and new quarterback Julian Sayin. But that also means figuring out many of the small details that still have question marks over the next two weeks. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis explore those offensive question marks and reassess where the offense is heading into Big Ten play. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is heading into its first bye week of the 2025 season, using it to prepare for the future instead of a week off. Here at Buckeye Talk, we're taking the same approach. Driven by a survey set out to our Subtext Subscribers, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis are taking inventory as we use the people who matter most to create the best product possible. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the “Leave No Doubt” pod, an in-season Monday episode of Buckeye Talk where Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik constantly ask a simple weekly question: Did Ohio State⁠ leave no doubt on Saturday? This week, we look at the Buckeyes' shaky red zone trips against Ohio. We evaluate whether the failures were signs of long-term issues or simply a one-off. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State closed out its non-conference schedule with a 37-9 win over Ohio, and now it has two weeks to prepare for the Big Ten. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis react to the win and evaluate what's next. They discuss what they learned about this team through three games and what it means going forward. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's Week 3 opponent Ohio and make their picks. Here’s what gets discussed: How Ohio’s offense can poke holes on Ohio State’s defense The trio returns to make their game picks. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Julian Sayin might be the best quarterback in the Big Ten by the end of the season, but which Ohio State opponent poses the biggest threat to that title? The conference has seen an uptick in talent at the position over the past five years. Now, OSU's 2025 schedule is littered with talented field generals capable of making it pay if it doesn't come ready to play each week. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis look at the threat level of every QB on the schedule, asking which one poses the biggest threat. They also decide whether they feel that the quarterback will be capable of outplaying Sayin by the time the game rolls around. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State spent the first two games of its non-conference schedule revealing two important things about its new quarterback Julian Sayin. Week 1 showed he could handle the spotlight in a top-three matchup against Texas. Week 2 showed off his arm talent. So what will Week 3 show? On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means asked the Buckeye Talk Subtext subscribers what they’ve thought about Sayin so far. More importantly, what are they still waiting to see? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the “Leave No Doubt” pod, an in-season Monday episode of Buckeye Talk where Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik constantly as a simple weekly question: Did Ohio State leave no doubt on Saturday? This week, we zero in our focus on quarterback Julian Sayin, who had a career day in a 70-0 win over Grambling. Stephen and Stefan break down all 19 of Sayin's throws and what they learned about him in his coming-out party as QB 1. Plus, they react to what they saw from Bryce Underwood in Michigan’s loss to Oklahoma. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the third time of the Ryan Day era, Ohio State managed to shut out an opponent, with this time Grambling being its victim in a 70-0 win. This game also marked the fifth time a Day team has scored at least 70 points. The others were a 76-5 win over Miami (OH) and a 73-14 win over Maryland in 2019, and a 77-21 win over Toledo in 2022. Games like this provide a chance to play a ton of depth and plenty of young guys took advantage of it. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss which of those players stood out in a win. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's Week 2 opponent, Grambling, and make their picks. Here’s what gets discussed: Why it’s still important to play games against FCS opponents. The trio returns to make their game picks. Plus a look at some non-OSU games that might matter to the Buckeyes. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State gets to pick its score when it faces Grambling this weekend making it a game to tinker with lineups and build depth. Everybody healthy should expect to play this week, getting a chance to show why they deserve a role this season. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss some players who can most benefit from this week and have a chance to put on a show Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State got through the Texas game with a win, and now the real work can start. Ryan Day took the moment to breathe after the game, but his focus has quickly shifted to building this team's identity. That's especially on offense after taking a conservative approach against the Longhorns. Now it has three weeks to perfect what the true version of this offense will look like. It's time for OSU to get aggressive against its opponents, starting with Grambling State. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss what that could look like. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How should you view Ohio State football's 2026 recruiting class and future classes? The Buckeyes have set a standard to annually have one of the nation's top-five classes. But given the many changes across the sport, should that still be the expectation? Or should that expectation remain, but the road to get there be viewed differently? On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis try to break down what recruiting looks like in the modern era and how OSU fits into it. This conversation might get a little confusing, but maybe that mirrors exactly where things are in the sport right now. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the 'Leave No Doubt' pod, an in-season Monday episode of Buckeye Talk where Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik constantly as a simple weekly question: Did the Buckeyes leave no doubt on Saturday? We kick things off by rewatching a 14-7 win over Texas, when OSU punctuated a run that has included wins over top-10 opponents in six of its last seven games. Every week, Stephen and Stefan will explore the offense, defense, quarterback play and put things into a larger perspective for why what they saw every week matters in the journey towards repeating as national champions in 2025. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State kicked off its 2025 season with a 14-7 win over Texas as it continues to show up in big games. The win marked the sixth time in its last seven games that the Buckeyes have faced a top 10 team, and they’ve won each of those games. Overall, they’ve won seven straight games against top 10 teams. Now they can come up for air after getting through a tough stretch. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis react to the win and the statement made because of it.  Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's defense features a lot of new parts in 2025 and it just needs to figure out how to best deploy them. Doing so could decide whether it can open its season with a win over Texas on Saturday. That’s what Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis will break down on this episode of Buckeye Talk by answering two simple questions. OSU beats Texas on Saturday because its defense does (fill in the space), and OSU loses to Texas on Saturday because its defense fails to do (fill in the space). Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's offense features limitless weapons in 2025 and it just needs to figure out how to best deploy them. Doing so could decide whether it can open its season with a win over Texas on Saturday. That's what Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis will break down on this episode of Buckeye Talk by answering two simple questions. OSU beats Texas on Saturday because its offense does (fill in the space) and OSU loses to Texas on Saturday because its offense fails to do (fill in the space). Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State and Texas come into Saturday's game ready to debut new quarterbacks. For the Longhorns, it's Arch Manning. For OSU, it's Julian Sayin. Two players ready to become the faces of two of college football's biggest brands. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis take a look at the two former five-stars and what this game could mean to each of them in both a win or a loss. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State isn't going to win the national championship on Saturday, but a matchup with Texas can at least start to inform us of whether it's possible. Win or lose, OSU has a chance at least to flash what its ceiling might be by the time the College Football Playoff arrives. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means reaches out to the Subtext subscribers, asking what they want to see from their team in Week 1. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2025 college football season has arrived, and Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis are making their playoff picks on the final Mark It Down Monday before the Ohio State Buckeyes open the season against Texas on Saturday. The conversation starts by discussing what they think OSU's 12-game regular season record might be and whether they think it wins the Big Ten Championship. Then they discuss who gets the top four seeds in the College Football Playoff and who makes the Final Four. Finally, they reveal who they think will win the national title. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State and Texas are two of college football's most historic programs, but which has the deeper pool of all-time talent? On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis try to figure that out. The trio put together an all-time starting lineup for both schools and will discuss who has the edge where. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State might have the deepest tight end room it's had in quite some time, so what does that mean for how it'll be used? OSU feels it has at least four guys who are game-ready, sparking a debate about the position's value in this offense. Could there be a case that this is the most important room on the offense, given all it's asked to do and all the players capable of doing it? On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss the position group and their potential impact in 2025. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are two ways to discuss Ohio State's secondary as it prepares for the 2025 season, given the current state of affairs. OSU's has a loaded defensive back room this season, filled with players you can make a case for why they deserve to play. As the season progresses, all of those options are sure to be explored. But playing Texas in Week 1 as the nation's preseason No. 1 team means right now isn't the time for exploration. Ohio State is starting the season with a, 'Win now, and figure the rest out later' mindset and that's driving the way Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis talk about an important defensive group...for now. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State has finally picked its starting quarterback for the 2025 season Ryan Day announced on Monday that Julian Sayin has won the job, beating out Lincoln Kienholz to do so. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss what naming Sayin the starter means. Then they have a conversation about another quarterback battle and what real expectations are in Game 1 against Texas. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s another Mark It Down Monday, and as the 2025 college football season draws near, it’s time for Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis to check in with some major predictions. In this episode, it’s the Heisman Trophy and Ohio State's recent history of finalists. Since Ryan Day arrived in 2017, OSU has had at least one finalist in all but two years. Three have been quarterbacks, plus a wide receiver and a defensive end. Can that run continue in 2025? They each provide who they think will be the top four for the award and why they picked the winner. Plus, a conversation about whether a third non-quarterback could join Chase Young and Marvin Harrison Jr. by doing so. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is in the middle of the largest defensive line reload Larry Johnson has probably ever experienced. Not only is Johnson trying to replace the production left behind by four starters now on NFL teams, but he's also looking for new leaders. Johnson is trying to both quickly assemble an inexperienced group for a massive season opener while also setting up OSU's future at the position. On this episode of Buckeye Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down how that's going by looking at the names most in need of a breakout season. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, the hosts discuss the most important non-Ohio State games to its fans in 2025. Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis take a look around the country, discussing games of different levels of national importance that still matter to OSU. Some of them have a direct impact on their path to a Big Ten title. Others are about looking ahead to potential College Football Playoff matchups. Then others are just about personal interest during the bye week. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State has a good problem to have on its offensive line with three weeks until the season-opener. OSU has managed to spend the last nine months and now must answer the most important question: Who are its best five guys? On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss who the candidates are to claim a starting spot. Then have a discussion of whether or not they should adopt a strategy they used in 2024 on their way to a national title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State could be one step closer to finalizing its 2025 depth chart as it enters its third week of fall camp. Head coach Ryan Day provided an update on the quarterback battle, suggesting that it has similarities to a battle from the past where both players turned out to be pretty good. He also revealed something about the offensive line that could suggest that a re-shuffling of the starting five could be imminent. Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss that and more as OSU continues to prepare for the 2025 season. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's another Mark it Down Monday as Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss who they think will be the next Ohio State football players to earn trees in Buckeye Grove as first-team All-Americans in 2025 As part of the discussion the three talk: Do the Buckeyes have to players who are locks to get trees in 2025? OSU has constantly had elite quarterback play, but had one earn a tree since 2006. Does that drought end in 2025? How many first-team All-Americans will Ohio State have and which side of the ball will have more? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State football's James Laurinaitis has played in his share of big games. Now, his linebackers are preparing for a marquee season-opening matchup against Texas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, we discuss Ohio State's quarterback battle. Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss how they think Ryan Day is to naming a starter and map out how the next two weeks might go. Plus, a conversation about whether they really think OSU is making tweaks to its expected starting offensive line. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fall camp is well underway for Ohio State as it prepares for the 2025 season. On this episode of Buckeye Talk Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss what they saw during the first three practices using three categories: Who were the early winners of the preseason? What still concerns you after three practices? One early hot take about OSU. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis make some interesting stat predictions for Ohio State's 2025 season.  Here are the stat topics the trio discussed: How many passing yards and touchdowns will the starting quarterback have? The combined yards of James Peoples and CJ Donaldson OSU’s leader in receiving yards. How many people will have 700 yards? Who will be OSU’s third-leading receiver? Tight end receptions Yards per play for both the offense and defense The defense’s sack and tackle leaders A record we predict will be broken Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State went through its first day of fall camp practice and the media was able to watch all of it. Right after head coach Ryan Day spoke at the start of camp meaning Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis had a ton to talk about. Among the things discussed: • The impact of a potential injury to Eddrick Houston; • Evaluating how the quarterbacks looked on Day 1 and; • Who flashed on the first day of camp? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The time has come once again on Buckeye Talk to drive the bus as Ohio State prepares for the 2025 season. Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik, Andrew Gillis and the text subscribers offer up the Ohio State football players they believe in the most for the 2024 season. Which players will pop? Which backups will earn more playing time? Which good players will be great? Which great players will become legends? Each gives their player, plus whether or not their crazy predictions for the season align with the texters. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State will start fall camp later this week with plenty of questions about what its identity will be on both sides of the ball. With so much to discuss, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis are taking the next two days to dive into all of it. Over the next two days, Buckeye Talk will discuss the most important questions looming around the program heading into 2025. Today, we look at a defense that only returns three starters from 2024. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State will start fall camp later this week with plenty of questions about what its identity will be on both sides of the ball. With so much to discuss, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis are taking the next two days to dive into all of it. Over the next two days, Buckeye Talk will discuss the most important questions looming around the program heading into 2025. Up first, the offense. A side with a lot more intrigue than just who will be the next QB1. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a Mark It Down Monday on Buckeye Talk, and this one deals with Ohio State's season-opener against Texas on Aug. 30. Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis mark down the starters for the Buckeyes on both sides of the ball in that game. It's a way for the trio to talk about the Ohio State position battles while also putting them on the spot for a prediction: Name the 11 players who will take the first snap on offense and the 11 who will take the first snap on defense. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Day 3 of Big Ten Media Days featured discussions about Ohio State's oldest rival. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Jimmy Watkins discuss Michigan’s quarterback battle and how the rivalry has changed in this new era of college football. But even if that changes, some things will always stay the same. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss the recent changes to college football's NIL rules and their implications for Ohio State. They analyze how the evolving landscape of third-party NIL deals affects recruiting strategies, the transfer portal, and talent retention. The hosts also debate whether Ohio State's cautious approach to NIL was the right move, considering the actions of other programs and the importance of financial responsibility. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State headlined Day 1 of Big Ten Media Days with head coach Ryan Day, Caleb Downs, Jeremiah Smith and Sonny Styles in attendance. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss updates in the quarterback battle and everything else Day said as OSU prepares for the 2025 season. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2025 college football season has officially arrived in the midwest with the arrival of Big Ten Media Days and with that comes a chance to do something the Big Ten won’t. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis reveal their ballots as three of the 25 voters in Cleveland.com’s preseason Big Ten Media Poll. The trio share where they ranked Ohio State and who they picked to win Offensive and Defensive Player of the Year. They also discuss who could win Coach of the Year, how many teams the conference will get in the first-ever 12-team College Football Playoff and which coach should be on the hot seat. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State opens its 2025 season by facing Texas for what will be the fifth time in program history, hoping to break a tie. OSU and the Longhorns have split the previous four meetings, with each getting a home game (winning as the visitor) and each getting a win in a bowl game. Ryan Day’s 2024 team claimed the most recent back in January in the Cotton Bowl on their way to a national title. As they gear up for the rematch on Aug. 30, what can those four previous games tell us about what to expect? Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis will spend the next few weeks exploring these four games. They’ll look at what went right, what went wrong and everything in between using the same Retalkables format we’ve used for the past five years. Only this time, we’ll look through these games with a 2025 lens as a unique way to talk about game No. 5. Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis will spend the next few weeks exploring these four games. They’ll look at what went right, what went wrong and everything in between using the same Retalkables format we’ve used for the past five years. Only this time, we’ll look through these games with a 2025 lens as a unique way to talk about game No. 5. Closing things out is the most recent matchup in a 28-14 Cotton Bowl win that stamped OSU's ticket to the first-ever national championship game of the 12-team College Football Playoff. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State opens its 2025 season by facing Texas for what will be the fifth time in program history, hoping to break a tie.  OSU and the Longhorns have split the previous four meetings, with each getting a home game (winning as the visitor) and each getting a win in a bowl game. Ryan Day’s 2024 team claimed the most recent back in January in the Cotton Bowl on their way to a national title. As they gear up for the rematch on Aug. 30, what can those four previous games tell us about what to expect? Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis will spend the next few weeks exploring these four games. They’ll look at what went right, what went wrong and everything in between using the same Retalkables format we’ve used for the past five years. Only this time, we’ll look through these games with a 2025 lens as a unique way to talk about game No. 5.  Up next, the Buckeyes' 24-21 loss to the Longhorns in the 2009 Fiesta Bowl. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who’s the most valuable person in the Ohio State football program in 2025? Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik try to figure that out with the help of our Subtext subscribers. The list can include both players and coaches, but it’s not a best-of list. Its value. Its importance. Stephen, Stefan & the texters each ranked their top 20 people & the lists were combined to create a top 10. On the episode of Buckeye Talk, we reveal the top five. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who’s the most valuable person in the Ohio State football program in 2025? Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik try to figure that out with the help of our Subtext subscribers. The list can include both players and coaches, but it’s not a best-of list. Its value. Its importance. Stephen, Stefan & the texters each ranked their top 20 people & the lists were combined to create a top 10. On the episode of Buckeye Talk, we reveal who just missed the top 10 plus Nos. 6-10.  Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Day enters his seventh season as Ohio State's head coach. That's seven rosters, all of which has reasonable championship aspirations even if the 2024 group is the only one to get over the hump. But which roster is actually the best? If we could put all seven versions of Ryan Day Buckeyes in the same field, which one would actually come out on top? On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik explore that topic by ranking all seven with the help of our Subtext subscribers. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State opens its 2025 season by facing Texas for what will be the fifth time in program history, hoping to break a tie. OSU and the Longhorns have split the previous four meetings, with each getting a home game (winning as the visitor) and each getting a win in a bowl game. Ryan Day’s 2024 team claimed the most recent back in January in the Cotton Bowl on their way to a national title. As they gear up for the rematch on Aug. 30, what can those four previous games tell us about what to expect? Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis will spend the next few weeks exploring these four games. They’ll look at what went right, what went wrong and everything in between using the same Retalkables format we’ve used for the past five years. Only this time, we’ll look through these games with a 2025 lens as a unique way to talk about game No. 5. Up next, the Buckeyes’ 24-7 road win in 2006, which marked the beginning of a Heisman Trophy campaign and a legendary career. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2025 season is right around the corner as Ohio State enters a new chapter of the Ryan Day era. It’s the perfect time to look at where the program is from a bird’s eye view now that the title of ‘National Champion’ is added to this regime’s resume. In doing so, we at Buckeye Talk will spend the next two weeks breaking down the program position by position, examining its past, present and future under Day. On today’s episode, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss safety. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2025 season is right around the corner as Ohio State enters a new chapter of the Ryan Day era. It’s the perfect time to look at where the program is from a bird’s eye view now that the title of ‘National Champion’ is added to this regime’s resume. In doing so, we at Buckeye Talk will spend the next two weeks breaking down the program position by position, examining its past, present and future under Day. On today’s episode, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss cornerback. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2025 season is right around the corner as Ohio State enters a new chapter of the Ryan Day era. It’s the perfect time to look at where the program is from a bird’s eye view now that the title of ‘National Champion’ is added to this regime’s resume. In doing so, we at Buckeye Talk will spend the next two weeks breaking down the program position by position, examining its past, present and future under Day. On today’s episode, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss linebacker. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2025 season is right around the corner as Ohio State enters a new chapter of the Ryan Day era. It’s the perfect time to look at where the program is from a bird’s eye view now that the title of ‘National Champion’ is added to this regime’s resume. In doing so, we at Buckeye Talk will spend the next two weeks breaking down the program position by position, examining its past, present and future under Day. On today’s episode, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik discuss the defensive line. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2025 season is right around the corner as Ohio State enters a new chapter of the Ryan Day era. It's the perfect time to look at where the program is from a bird's eye view now that the title of 'National Champion' is added to this regime's resume. In doing so, we at Buckeye Talk will spend the next two weeks breaking down the program position by position, examining its past, present and future under Day. On today's episode, Stephen Means, and Andrew Gillis discuss the offensive line. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2025 season is right around the corner as Ohio State enters a new chapter of the Ryan Day era. It's the perfect time to look at where the program is from a bird's eye view now that the title of 'National Champion' is added to this regime's resume. In doing so, we at Buckeye Talk will spend the next two weeks breaking down the program position by position, examining its past, present and future under Day. Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the tight ends. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2025 season is right around the corner as  Ohio State enters a new chapter of the Ryan Day era. It’s the perfect time to look at where the program is from a bird’s eye view now that the title of ‘National Champion’ is added to this regime’s resume. In doing so, we at Buckeye Talk will spend the next two weeks breaking down the program position by position, examining its past, present and future under Day. On today’s episode, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik discuss wide receivers. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2025 season is right around the corner as Ohio State enters a new chapter of the Ryan Day era. It's the perfect time to look at where the program is from a bird's eye view now that the title of 'National Champion' is added to this regime's resume. In doing so, we at Buckeye Talk will spend the next two weeks breaking down the program position by position, examining its past, present, and future under Day. On today's episode, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik discuss running backs. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2025 season is right around the corner as Ohio State enters a new chapter of the Ryan Day era. It's the perfect time to look at where the program is from a bird's eye view now that the title of 'National Champion' is added to this regime's resume. In doing so, we at Buckeye Talk will spend the next two weeks breaking down the program position by position, looking at its past, present and future under Day. Up first, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik discuss quarterbacks. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis are joined by Ohio State football's 2027 quarterback commit Brady Edmunds. Edmunds discusses his recent five-day visit to Columbus, committing just days after the Michigan loss, his plans for community involvement, and his role in recruiting other top players to join him. Plus plenty more. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s the final week of official visit season for Ohio State, meaning another group of important 2025 targets will be on campus. This first weekend features 16 players with five-star commits Chris Henry Jr., and Blaine Bradford headlining as two of the seven commits. Five-star Bralan Womack headlines the nine undecided targets. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss them all. The two discuss the importance of the visits, what they could potentially bring to the class and how many of the seven undecided they would need to land to make this a successful final weekend eventually. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the most interesting things observed and heard at Ohio State's final June recruiting camp. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Commitment season is upon us and Ohio State seems to be taking full advantage of it, having watched its 2026 recruiting class grow significantly and it might not be done. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss at OSU’s latest successes, which include commits on the offensive line, defensive line and running back. Plus, previewing a few important upcoming dates and who could be on commit watch. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State opens its 2025 season by facing Texas for what will be the fifth time in program history, hoping to break a tie.  OSU and the Longhorns have split the previous four meetings, with each getting a home game (winning as the visitor) and each getting a win in a bowl game. Ryan Day’s 2024 team claimed the most recent back in January in the Cotton Bowl on their way to a national title. As they gear up for the rematch on Aug. 30, what can those four previous games tell us about what to expect? Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis will spend the next few weeks exploring these four games. They’ll look at what went right, what went wrong and everything in between using the same Retalkables format we’ve used for the past five years. Only this time, we’ll look through these games with a 2025 lens as a unique way to talk about game No. 5.  Up first, a 2005 meeting where Vince Young came to Columbus and left with a 25-22 win in a game between the nation’s No. 2 and No. 5 teams. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is set to host its first group of 2025 targets. This third weekend features 12 players with Sam Greer, Maxwell Riley, CJ Sanna and Tucker Smith headlining as the four commits. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss them all. The two discuss the importance of the visit, what they could potentially bring to the class and how many of the eight undecided they would need to land to make this a successful third weekend eventually. But first, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik discuss what athletic director Ross Bjork's plan is for Ohio State as college sports enters a new era. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the most interesting things observed and heard at Ohio State's second June 2025 recruiting camp. The two discuss OSU's two 2027 commits in five-star wide receiver Jamier Brown and four-star quarterback Brady Edmunds. But they also discuss a bevy of other players which includes a Glenville product already committed elsewhere. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The college football you grew up with is officially no more, thanks to an unprecedented decision by the American government. In the future, all student-athletes will be paid directly by the schools they represent, introducing a new era in college sports. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik break down this decision, what it means for college football and how it impacts Ohio State. Plus, some thoughts on the latest non-update concerning the Buckeyes' biggest rival. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Week 2 of official visit season for Ohio State, meaning another group of important 2026 targets will be on campus. This second weekend was supposed to feature five players, with five-star safety Jett Washington headlining as the highest-rated visitor. But plans have recently changed with him now visiting Oregon On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the impact of Washington’s change of plans, plus a look at the other four players who will visit. But first, a conversation about 2027 borderline five-star quarterback commit Brady Edmunds, who was at OSU’s first June camp. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recruiting is in full swing around college football as targets take official visits and Ohio State hosts its annual recruiting camps. Today is the first of five camps this month, providing a chance for a few targets and commits to work with their future coaches, while others try to make a name for themselves. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis break down the biggest storylines headed into camps and which players OSU fans should keep an eye on. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which former Ohio State football player best exemplifies what it means to be a Buckeye? That’s what we’ll spend the next week trying to figure out with the help of the Buckeye Talk Subtext subscribers. Over 150 people were considered, but only 32 could make the official bracket as Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss some of the greatest players in history. But this isn’t about just being the best. It’s about telling the story of a program and who we can’t tell that story without. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, we crown a winner as we’ve finally reached our conclusion. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, the hosts discuss Ohio State football records and potential records that could be broken in the 2025 season. OSU has already broken its fair share of both individual and team records since Ryan Day took over the program in 2019 and a few more may be on the table this season. After looking back at some of those records, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis look ahead to what could be the longest season in school history and predict a few that could potentially fall. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s officially official visit season and Ohio State is set to host its first group of 2025 targets. This first weekend features 10 players with three-star tight end Corbyn Fordham headlining as the lone commit. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss them all. The two discuss the importance of the visit, what they could potentially bring to the class and how many of the eight undecided they would need to land to make this a successful first weekend eventually. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which former  Ohio State football player best exemplifies what it means to be a Buckeye? That’s what we’ll spend the next week trying to figure out with the help of the Buckeye Talk Subtext subscribers. Over 150 people were considered but only 32 could make the official bracket as Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss some of the greatest players in history. But this isn’t about just being the best. It’s about telling the story of a program and who we can’t tell that story without. We’ve finally reached the final stage of this discussion with the debut of our Final Four featuring Archie Griffin, Eddie George, Chris Spielman and James Laurinaitis. Here’s Part 1 of that discussion. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State football player best exemplifies what it means to be a Buckeye? That’s what we’ll spend the next week trying to figure out with the help of the Buckeye Talk Subtext subscribers. Over 150 people were considered but only 32 could make the official bracket as Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss some of the greatest players in history. But this isn’t about just being the best. It’s about telling the story of a program and who we can’t tell that story without. We’ve finally reached the final stage of this discussion with the debut of our Final Four featuring Archie Griffin, Eddie George, Chris Spielman and James Laurinaitis. Here’s Part 1 of that discussion. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One year into the new 12-team College Football Playoff format we are already seeing tweaks made to it. No longer will conference champions be awarded a free ride to the quarterfinals as instead a straight-seeding approach will be applied. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis look back at Ohio State's 2024 national title run and see where things would've been different and if Ryan Day still would've led the program to glory had the new rules been used last season. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which former Ohio State football player best exemplifies what it means to be a Buckeye? That’s what we’ll spend the next week trying to figure out with the help of the Buckeye Talk Subtext subscribers. Over 150 people were considered but only 32 could make the official bracket as Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss some of the greatest players in history. But this isn’t about just being the best. It’s about telling the story of a program and who we can’t tell that story without. That continues with our final Elite 8 matchup featuring Chris Spielman and J.T. Barrett Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which former Ohio State football player best exemplifies what it means to be a Buckeye? That’s what we’ll spend the next week trying to figure out with the help of the Buckeye Talk Subtext subscribers. Over 150 people were considered but only 32 could make the official bracket as Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss some of the greatest players in history. But this isn’t about just being the best. It’s about telling the story of a program and who we can’t tell that story without. That continues with our third Elite 8 matchup featuring Troy Smith and James Laurinaitis. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which former Ohio State football player best exemplifies what it means to be a Buckeye? That’s what we’ll spend the next week trying to figure out with the help of the Buckeye Talk Subtext subscribers. Over 150 people were considered but only 32 could make the official bracket as Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss some of the greatest players in history. But this isn’t about just being the best. It’s about telling the story of a program and who we can’t tell that story without. That continues with our second Elite 8 matchup featuring Archie Griffin and A.J. Hawk. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which former Ohio State football player best exemplifies what it means to be a Buckeye? That’s what we’ll spend the next week trying to figure out with the help of the Buckeye Talk Subtext subscribers. Over 150 people were considered but only 32 could make the official bracket as Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss some of the greatest players in history. But this isn’t about just being the best. It’s about telling the story of a program and who we can’t tell that story without. That continues with our first Elite 8 matchup featuring Orlando Pace and Eddie George. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which former Ohio State player best exemplifies what it means to be a Buckeye? That’s what we’ll spend the next week trying to figure out with the help of the Buckeye Talk Subtext subscribers. Over 150 people were considered but only 32 could make the official bracket as Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss some of the greatest players in history. But this isn’t about just being the best. It’s about telling the story of a program and who we can’t tell that story without. That continues with Part 2 of our Sweet 16. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which former Ohio State football player best exemplifies what it means to be a Buckeye? That’s what we’ll spend the next week trying to figure out with the help of the Buckeye Talk Subtext subscribers. Over 150 people were considered but only 32 could make the official bracket as Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss some of the greatest players in history. But this isn’t about just being the best. It’s about telling the story of a program and who we can’t tell that story without. That continues with Part 1 of our Sweet 16. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which former Ohio State football player best exemplifies what it means to be a Buckeye? That’s what we’ll spend the next week trying to figure out with the help of the Buckeye Talk Subtext subscribers. Over 150 people were considered but only 32 could make the official bracket as Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss some of the greatest players in history. But this isn’t about just being the best. It’s about telling the story of a program and who we can’t tell that story without. That continues with Part 2 of our first round. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which former Ohio State football player best exemplifies what it means to be a Buckeye? That’s what we’ll spend the next week trying to figure out with the help of the Buckeye Talk subtext subscribers. Over 150 people were considered but only 32 could make the official bracket as Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss some of the greatest players in history. But this isn’t about just being the best. It’s about telling the story of a program and who we can’t tell that story without. That mission starts today with the first half of Round 1. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which former Ohio State football player best exemplifies what it means to be a Buckeye? That's what we'll spend the next week trying to figure out with the help of the Buckeye Talk subtext subscribers. Over 150 people were considered but only 32 could make the official bracket as Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss some of the greatest players in history. But this isn't about just being the best. It's about telling the story of a program and who we can't tell that story without. To do so, we start by unveiling the full bracket and discussing who just missed the cut. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss a variety of topics related to college football. They debate whether Ohio State would have beaten Texas if certain plays hadn't occurred, focusing on the final two minutes and the likelihood of overtime. The hosts also explore the quarterback situation at Ohio State, particularly the competition between Lincoln Kienholz and Julian Sayin. Finally, they analyze Sherrone Moore's suspension at Michigan, the broader implications of the sign-stealing scandal, and Jim Knowles' departure from Ohio State, including his recent comments and the unique pressures of coaching at Ohio State. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's 2025 schedule is filled with opponents featuring quality options at quarterback so Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis used this episode of Buckeye Talk to break them all down. They do so answering a simple question about a young, but talented OSU quarterback room: How many other programs in the country have a room you'd be willing to trade Ohio State's for? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gilliss discuss the biggest threats to Ohio State's chances of repeating as national champions. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis dive into their first predictions for Ohio State's 2026 recruiting class. They discuss current commitments, potential targets, and overall class composition, including analysis of various positions and key recruits. They also touch on recruiting rankings, the impact of coaching hires, and the importance of official visits. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Year 1 of the expanded Big Ten produced a season where the conference saw four teams make the College Football Playoff, with Ohio State eventually winning a national title while Oregon won the conference. So what's in store for Year 2 in 2025? On this Monday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik reestablish their Big Ten tiers following the closing of the spring transfer portal window. The goal is to put all 18 teams into six different tiers. See who they think comes into the season with 'Natty or bust' expectations while others are trying to rebuild. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's transfer portal activity hasn't been nearly as loud as what's been happening around the country, but that doesn't mean it doesn't impact the program. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik look at how a few players changing homes impact OSU's 2025 schedule. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is headed to the world of hypotheticals, at least on this Thursday. As a way to discuss where OSU's roster sits heading into the summer, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik use transfer portal logic and answer a simple question. If you could add anyone around the country to the 2025 roster, who would you pick and why? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik discuss Ohio State head coach Ryan Day's recent press conference, covering topics such as future roster management and the ongoing quarterback battle between Julian Sayin and Lincoln Kienholz. They also touched on defensive tackle depth and the overall impact of the transfer portal on college football Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State just had the most first-round NFL Draft picks of the Ryan Day era. Can they repeat it in 2026? As OSU heads into a new era in 2025, there are already a few players on the roster who are seeing their names pop up in early mock drafts for the 2026 NFL Draft. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik make some early predicitons on who could be next Day 1 picks for the program. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik discuss Ohio State’s impressive performance in the 2025 NFL Draft. The Buckeyes had 14 players selected, with 11 of them going in the top 150 picks. They also share their observations from the Under Armour showcase, highlighting standout recruits while exploring the potential for Ohio State to maintain its streak of producing first-round wide receivers through 2030. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State set a new record for the Ryan Day era in the 2025 NFL Draft with four players selected in the first round, the most with him as the head coach. In a year where OSU hopes to make draft history coming off a national title, it got off to a good start on Day 1 with Emeka Egbuka, Donovan Jackson, Tyleik Williams and Josh Simmons hearing their names called. All four represent something important for the program under Day. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik break down all four picks while also posing an interesting question about its choice at quarterback in 2024. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2025 NFL Draft has arrived with a bunch of Ohio State football players expected to be taken over the next three days. That means it's time for our annual Buckeye Talk NFL Draft prediction pod. OSU has nine players in this year's draft and Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis reveal how many of them will hear their names called. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is on a mission to be known as the king of every position in college football. Defensively, that journey toward being “Position U” has already made some strong statements in some places while needing a little more work in others. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss where those areas are on both ends of the spectrum. They analyze recruiting, player development, and NFL draft success under Ryan Day’s coaching era. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up to get text messages from experts Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis at 614-350-3315. Get the insider analysis, have your voice heard on the Buckeye Talk podcast and connect with the best Buckeye community out there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is on a mission to be known as the king of every position in college football. Offensively, that journey towards being "Position U" has already made some strong statements in some places while needing a little more work in others. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss where those areas are on both ends of the spectrum. They analyze recruiting, player development, and NFL draft success under Ryan Day's coaching era. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and get the text: 614-350-3315. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's program is littered with future NFL prospects, whether they’re people who just left the program, are still in the building, or are coming in the near future. But which one is the best of them all? On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis search through the roster along with the 2025 and 2026 recruiting classes to rank the best future prospects. The rankings are done regardless of the potential draft class each player could be a part of. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recruiting season is here, and Ohio State football recently added to its 2026 class. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down a variety of prospects who have OSU's attention or are committed to the Buckeyes. Our discussions include: Five-star safety Bralan Womack Four-star receiver Brock Boyd Five-star quarterback Brady Edmunds Five-star receiver Jamier Brown Five-star offensive tackle Jackson Cantwell Thank you for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State’s spring game is in the rearview mirror, and Buckeye Talk is here to talk about what what’s next as the offseason hits full swing. First up? The spring transfer portal window. Andrew Gillis and Stefan Krajisnik talk about which positions of need Ohio State should target in the spring transfer portal window. And, if those players should be targeted as starters or depth pieces. The spring transfer portal window opens on Wednesday. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State held its spring game on Saturday, and Buckeye Talk is here to talk about what we saw on our second watch of the game.  Andrew Gillis and Stefan Krajisnik pick eight players from across the Buckeyes' roster who stood out, and who showed out at the end of spring practice — and what that could mean for Ohio State moving forward. The two then pick the game's MVP, and why that matters headed into the 2025 season.  Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State wrapped up Phase One of its quest to repeat as national champions with the spring game providing a first public look at its 2025 roster. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down where OSU stands following the spring and what they saw in the game. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of Buckeye Talk focuses on the Ohio State football team's upcoming 2025 season. The hosts discuss kicker Jaden Fielding's performance in 2024, noting his struggles were likely due to a torn abductor in his kicking hip. They express optimism for his 2025 season, given his return to full health. The conversation shifts to the wide receiver trio of Jeremiah Smith, Brandon Inniss and Carnell Tate, comparing them to the standout trios of 2021 and 2024. The hosts debate which trio was the best, analyzing their individual and collective production. They also discuss the potential impact of Brian Hartline's promotion to offensive coordinator and the depth of the wide receiver room, highlighting Mylan Graham and Quincy Porter as potential breakout players. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk and sign up for the text at 614-350-3315. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Everyone is healthy and ready to play Saturday in Ohio Stadium in this version of an Ohio State spring game draft from Buckeye Talk. There are two full 22-player teams to be drafted, and Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis go head-to-head with their selections while Stephen Means moderates. With so many options on both sides of the ball, we’re splitting things up and doing just the starting 11 on offense. This should tell you something about the 2024 Buckeyes, with spring football winding down. It should help get you ready for Saturday. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State invited its student body to get a sneak preview of its 2024 football team for spring practice No. 11 and Buckeye Talk is here to tell you what happened. Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down the play of all three quarterbacks who had positive and negative moments throughout the day. While the quarterback competition is the most pressing issue, plenty of other things stood out during the 90-minute practice. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Could Ohio State be adopting a new philosophy on the offensive line? Tyler Bowen is taking over the position at a pivotal time, needing to replace a handful of starters, but the group still has plenty of experience. There’s a chance that this spring he could be building a depth of options that could allow for an approach OSU isn’t necessarily new to, but could do from a place of strength for the first time ever. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik discuss the potential of that approach and why one player holds the key to its success. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is a little more than a week away from its 2025 Spring Showcase, providing the general public an early look at its 2025 roster. But the students are getting an even earlier look. When OSU goes through its second scrimmage of the spring, it'll open its doors to the student body to come watch. As a result, the media will also be in attendance. While it's unrealistic to think Saturday's practice will showcase a finished product, there are still some questions that can be answered. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss what they want to learn on Saturday. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State has spent years recruiting its defensive backs at a high level and developing them behind the scenes. Now it's spending this spring hoping to reap the benefits of that. OSU is using this spring to explore its options on the back end of its defense. The 15 practices are about trying everything to figure out what could be possible in the fall. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss those options. Plus, a conversation about the decision of a five-star recruit and what it says about the program. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State has reached the midpoint of spring practice with one scrimmage down and two more to go. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss where Ryan Day thinks his team stands two weeks out from the Spring Game. That includes an update on the quarterbacks and how he feels about the depth on the defensive line. Plus, a short discussion about how Day feels about a unique idea for the offseason. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keenan Bailey is excited about Ohio State's 2025 tight end room and he has good reason to be. Even with the loss of Gee Scott Jr., Bailey returns three players with quality experience while throwing a high-end transfer on top. There is a chance that Bailey has more options at tight end than any other assistant coach has at their respective position groups. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss Ohio State's tight ends and their potential impact in 2025. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's 2025 starting linebacker tandem might have the highest ceiling of any duo in quite some time. James Laurinaitis has developed the room to the point that a group that lost its leader and most productive player can essentially not be missed. That's not a knock on the now-departed Cody Simon. It's a salute to a player who clearly left the room in a quality place. Now guys are ready to take over his role both on the field and in the locker room as leaders. That starts with its top two guys as in-state talents ready to maximize their potential. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss just how high that ceiling is. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Key members of Ohio State's 2024 national championship team just finished up their last event as Buckeyes as they went through pro day. As the former OSU standouts prepare for the 2025 NFL Draft, a few helped themselves with their performances on Wednesday. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss those players. Plus some early thoughts on Ohio State's potential draft success. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State has added another member to its 2026 recruiting class as the early returns on its new offensive line coach Tyler Bowen, continue to be good. The Buckeyes' class is now up to six commits after adding four-star offensive tackle Sam Greer. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the latest addition. Then they talk about OSU's young defensive line, which is looking for new people to be the stars of the room. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State has started Week 2 of spring practice as it prepares for the 2025 season. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss what head coach Ryan Day, offensive coordinator Brian Hartline and defensive coordinator Matt Patricia had to say after one full week. Plus, some offensive line recruiting talk. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State heads into Week 2 of spring practice as it continues its early preparation for the 2025 season. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss the most intriguing topics on their minds heading into the week pertaining to OSU's defensive line, linebackers and tight ends. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Friday episode of Buckeye Talk is brought to you solely on behalf of the texter community, which delivered questions about practically everything under the sun. Among the topics discussed by Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis: What kind of Ohio State quarterback battle is happening in 2025; What will OSU still need to address in the spring portal window; Is another five-star freshman wide receiver already turning heads; An early prediction of where Ohio State will be in the preseason rankings; Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After two days of spring practice Ohio State's quarterbacks and running backs spoke with the media as the two position groups hoped to have new stars emerge. For the quarterbacks, it was a chance to not talk about the looming battle since no one seems to be focused on that element of this offseason. Instead, it turned into conversations about replacing Will Howard's best skill as QB1 in 2024. for the running backs, it was the debut of a brand new room that position coach Carlos Locklyn thinks has a chance to be deeper than what he had in 2024. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss what they heard. Plus three revelations after two spring practices. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, we take a small break from spring football to discuss an Ohio State basketball program stuff in a weird spot. As the NCAA Tournament starts this week, the Buckeyes will be watching from home for the third straight year despite a change in leadership. They finished the season 17-15 and 9-11 in Big Ten play being bounced in the first round of the conference tournament. This episode is a chance for the Buckeye Talk Subtext subscribers to air their grievances about a program failing to live up to the standard. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State went through its first spring practice, providing the first opportunity to look at a new team following its 2024 national championship run. On this episode of Buckeye Talk Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss what they saw in the hour-long open window. Then they react to what Ryan Day had to say about a team looking to the future, hoping to defend its title. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spring practice has arrived, bringing with it the official start of Ohio State football's national title defenses. Ryan Day and the rest of the coaching staff spoke publicly to preview the start of practice, detailing why certain hires were made, visions for the future and what the 'Spring Showcase' on April 12 will look like. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik, and Andrew Gillis break down everything that was said as we head into the new season. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One can argue that no Ohio State position group is dealing with more 'new' in 2025 than its offensive line. OSU must find a way to replace four Day 1 starters from its 2024 lineup and the man in charge of doing that is new offensive line coach Tyler Bowen. Plus, there are three new freshmen and two new transfers who are both expected to push for starting roles. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis preview the offensive line, looking at all the names, goals for the spring and the group’s ceiling. Plus, a conversation about a former five-star and whether we think this group will be better, the same or worse than it was in 2024. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keenan Bailey might have his deepest group since becoming Ohio State's tight end coach. He returns three of the top four players in snaps from last season, with the only departure being wide receiver-turned-tight end Gee Scott Jr. He's been replaced by what might be the most talented player OSU's seen at the position in some time thanks to adding Purdue transfer Max Klare. This group has a handful of players coming into a spring where it can accomplish quite a lot. Tight ends haven't often been the headliners of the offense, doing much of the dirty work. But this spring is a chance to become more than just that, even if the talent around them is still high. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis preview the offensive line, looking at all the names, goals for the spring and the group’s ceiling. Plus, a conversation about a former five-star and whether we think this group will be better, the same or worse than it was in 2024. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State lost its all-time leading pass-catcher after the 2024 season and it might not skip a beat in 2025. But that isn’t the most intriguing thing about the room. While OSU’s wide receivers spend this spring building on all the young talent that established itself amongst the nation’s best, Brian Hartline will have a new focus. The former player-turned-coach is taking over play-calling duties, which comes with its own new challenges, thanks to all the new on offense. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis preview the wide receivers, looking at all the names, goals for the spring and the group’s ceiling. Plus, a conversation about a former five-star and whether we think this group will be better, the same or worse than it was in 2024. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carlos Lockslyn's first year as Ohio State's running back coach was a success as he perfectly maximized TreVeyon Henderson and Quinshon Judkins while restocking the room for the future. His reward was a national title and now his focus shifts to 2025, where he must replace both players in a room featuring four new faces. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis preview the running backs, looking at all the names, goals for the spring and the group’s ceiling. Plus, a conversation about a former five-star and whether we think this group will be better, the same or worse than it was in 2024. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State will debut its fifth starting quarterback of the Ryan Day era when it faces Texas on Aug. 30 to open up the 2025 season, but the road between that date and now is long. OSU heads into spring with three scholarship players all vying to be the person who succeeds Will Howard, hoping to accomplish what the Kansas State transfer did last season. Each has a different mission to accomplish over the next 15 practices and here at Buckeye Talk, we are here to reveal what these missions are. On this Monday episode, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik preview the quarterbacks and decide what they need to do for this to be a successful spring for each. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's safety room is home to the nation's best returning defensive player in Caleb Downs. Then a lot of questions after that. Downs is the only known commodity at a position that arguably had the nation's best tandem in 2024 with him and Lathan Ransom. With Ransom off to the NFL, this becomes an important spring for position coach Matt Guerrieri in finding not only Ransom's replacement. But building depth behind him. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis preview the safeties, looking at all the names, goals for the spring and the group’s ceiling. Plus, a conversation about a former five-star and whether we think this group will be better, the same or worse than it was in 2024. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Walton has spent the last three years rebuilding Ohio State's cornerback room and now it's time to see if he made the right evaluations. Key pieces have left for the NFL, leaving Davision Igbinosun behind as the only returning starter. But behind him is a bunch of high-end talent that's patiently waited its turn. Now the time has come. The previous regime was charged with bringing 'BIA' back. The next regime gets to make sure it's here to stay. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis preview the cornerbacks, looking at all the names, goals for the spring and the group’s ceiling. Plus, a conversation about a former five-star and whether we think this group will be better, the same or worse than it was in 2024. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Laurinaits has spent the last year restocking Ohio State's linebacker room with high-end talent while also developing a few others. Now it's time to see the fruits of that labor play out. A room that lost its leader and best player will need others to step up beside returning starter Sonny Styles and be the playmakers of a new look defense. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis preview the linebackers, looking at all the names, goals for the spring and the group’s ceiling. Plus, a conversation about a former five-star and whether we think this group will be better, the same or worse than it was in 2024. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State has to replace a ton of production on its defensive line after losing all four starters to graduation, plus another depth piece to the transfer portal. The path has been paved for new stars to emerge and fresh ideas to be introduced for a group where very few have much experience heading into spring practice. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis preview the defensive line, looking at all the names, goals for the spring and the group’s ceiling. Plus, a conversation about a former five-star and whether we think this group will be better, the same or worse than it was in 2024. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Day 4 of NFL Combine player interviews featured Ohio State's skill players getting to talk while presenting an interesting discussion point. Technically speaking, three OSU quarterbacks will be taken in this year's NFL Draft, showing how different this era of the sport is. But is there an order the trio of Quinn Ewers, Will Howard and Kyle McCord should go in that can paint the concept of 'Developed Here' in the best light? On this bonus episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss the quarterbacks. Plus, a preview of the only two Ohio State players fully participating in the on-field portion of the NFL Combine. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Day 2 of player interviews at the 2025 NFL Combine provided a chance to speak with three members of Ohio State's secondary. Those conversations led to a ton of revelations about what might be next for the Buckeyes thanks to Denzel Burke, Jordan Hancock, and Lathan Ransom's constant willingness to be the ultimate truth-tellers. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss what they heard as they look forward to an OSU roster in the midst of a reload. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The first of 15 Ohio State football players spoke at the 2025 NFL Combine and it pointed out a problem for the Buckeyes, even if it's a good problem to have. Four OSU defensive linemen in Indianapolis are going through the NFL Draft process. That's a positive. It also means there aren't four experienced defensive linemen in Columbus preparing for a season-opener against Texas. Ohio State's, 'We don't reload, we rebuild' concept is getting the ultimate test in 2025 across the board but it's felt the most on the defensive end. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss its importance and impact and why OSU is prepared to meet the challenge. Plus, a revelation on why the 2025 NFL Combine isn't that important Ohio State and its draft hopefuls. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss Ohio State’s eight defensive players invited to the NFL Combine. Among the things talked about: How much can Denzel Burke raise his draft stock this week? Can Tyleik Williams turn himself into a first-round pick? Will Jack Sawyer and J.T. Tuimoloau turn heads as productive defensive ends? Plus plenty more. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss Ohio State’s seven offensive players invited to the NFL Combine. Among the things talked about: How much can Will Howard raise his draft stock this week? Can Donovan Jackson turn himself into a first-round pick? Is Emeka Egbuka locked in as WR3? Is TreVeyon Henderson a potential first-round steal? Plus plenty more. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The first year of the expanded Big Ten produced a season where the conference saw four teams make the College Football Playoff with Ohio State eventually winning a national title while Oregon won the conference. We saw some teams rise to the top while others who often benefited from the old Big Ten structure fell to the bottom in this new world. There are still plenty of months between now and the start of 2025, but we've reached the point of the year where we can take a way too early look at how things might shake out. On this Monday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik do just that by separating the 18 teams into six tiers. See who they think comes into the season with 'Natty or bust' expectations while others are trying to rebuild. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Has Ryan Day established a philosophy regarding how he fills out his staff as Ohio State's head coach? On this Friday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik discuss how they feel about Day’s most recent hire of Matt Patricia as OSU’s next defensive coordinator. They look at the decision from a micro level regarding what it means for the 2025 defense. But also have a discussion at the macro level about Day, his hiring practices and why he’s well on his way to establishing something that could one day be on the same level as Nick Saban. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Day has found Ohio State's next defensive coordinator completing his 2025 coaching staff. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis give their instant reaction to the news of Day hiring Matt Patricia. Then they get into the real reason why this episode exists. It's time to wrap up two days of drafting rosters based on players from the Ryan Day era by letting the Subtext subscribers decide who the best GM was. A hint...a certain veteran member of the crew dominated the field. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s been a while since Buckeye Talk dedicated a few shows to getting their competitive juice flowing. Over the next few episodes, that’s exactly what they plan to do: draft teams and ask the Subtext subscribers who did it best. That starts with this Wednesday pod where Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis drafted an 11-player defense of Ohio State players strictly from the Ryan Day era. Only players who’ve gone through a season as Buckeyes can be drafted so members of the 2025 recruiting class or recent transfer additions don’t qualify. What positions will be valued early? Who can get creative with where they put players in the starting lineup? How many currently Buckeyes make the team? Listen to this 11-round draft to find out which 3 players between 2019-2024 made the cut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s been a while since Buckeye Talk dedicated a few shows to getting their competitive juice flowing. Over the next few episodes, that’s exactly what they plan to do: by drafting teams and asking the Subtext subscribers who did it best. That starts with this Tuesday pod where Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis drafted an 11-player offense made up of Ohio State players strictly from the Ryan Day era. Only players who’ve gone through a season as Buckeyes can be drafted so members of the 2025 recruiting class or recent transfer additions don’t qualify. What positions will be valued early? Who can get creative with where they put players in the starting lineup? Who will end up with Garrett Wilson? Listen to this 11-round draft to find out which 3 players between 2019-2024 made the cut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

College football entered a new era in 2024 with 'Expansion' being the season's theme. The Big Ten and SEC expanded, adding both traditional and new-age powerhouse programs to their conferences, one of which won the league in Year 1. The College Football Playoff expanded from four to 12 teams, producing the longest season ever. All of those things lessened the consequences for some and weighted the rewards for others. No team fit that description more than Ohio State as it won a national title despite losing to its rival and failing to even make the Big Ten Championship Game. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik discuss the 2024 season, sharing highlights, challenges, and everything else in between. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's coming off a national title where plenty of things went the way you'd expect while a few others didn't. Now that the season is behind us, it's time to look back on all those predictions and decide who was right about what. On this Friday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis revisit their Mark It Down Monday statistical leaders prediction episode from last summer. It's a long conversation about a few things we got right and a lot of things we got wrong,. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is coming off a national title which means also having to replenish its coaching staff as people leave for other responsibilities. Ryan Day has done just that by promoting Brian Hartline to being a play-calling offensive coordinator, Billy Fessler to quarterback coach and hiring Tyler Bowen as the new offensive line coach. Bring that together with running back coach Carlos Locklyn and tight end coach Keenan Bailey and you have one of the youngest staffs in college football. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down the new hires and what it says about what Day might be creating in Columbus. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a way to put the final punctuation on Ohio State football's 2024 season, it felt right to put together one last player ranking. On this Tuesday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik, and Andrew Gillis examine the roster and decide on the top 20 players. Some spots seemed like no-brainers, while others required a conversation to reach a consensus. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Day has to replace a few valuable pieces of his coaching staff as he heads into Year 7 running the Ohio State football program. On offense, he must find a new offensive coordinator and offensive line coach after Chip Kelly and Justin Frye left for the NFL. On defense, must hire a defensive coordinator following Jim Knowles' departure for Penn State. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss the impact of those losses. Plus, give a description of who Day should hire in their place. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is celebrating a 2024 national title this offseason while also turning its focus toward the future, needing to replace many of the players responsible for that championship. Defensively that means replacing eight of its starters with guys with just as much talent, but none of the experience. On this Monday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik project a 2025 defensive depth chart featuring a combination of guys who've patiently waited their turn and a few incoming freshmen capable of having Day 1 impacts. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of Buckeye Talk is brought to you solely on behalf of the texter community delivering questions about practically everything under the sun. Among the topics discussed by Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis: Where Ryan Day sits in the Ohio State head coaching hierarchy; The OSU fan base; OSU's success in NIL; National championship vibes; Jeremiah Smith's NFL Draft stock Jelani Thurman's development; Favorite Buckeyes interview and 2024 game; Plus plenty more. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's 2023 recruiting has spent most of its time in the background since arriving in Columbus, but that's about to change. That class enters its third season ready to take a larger role within the program. It is the core of a 2025 roster trying to repeat as national champions. So far, only one player from that class has established himself as a starter, but as OSU enters the offseason, more will surely join him. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss a few players heading into their third years who are gearing up for breakout seasons. Plus, Stephen takes accountability for a mistake. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's recruiting focuses have turned to its 2026 class where it already holds four commitments. Headling that group is five-star Chris Henry Jr., as the nation’s top wide receiver. He’s joined by four-star cornerback Jakob Weatherspoon, four-star tight end Corbyn Fordham and three-star wide receiver Jaeden Ricketts. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss how many numbers more people should join them as Andrew puts together the perfect 2026 class. The conversation is about the number of commits and types of players needed at every position for the 2026 class to be a success. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While Ohio State was in the middle of a national championship run, it was also trying to build for the next season. Thanks to how college football is set up, all of that was happening simultaneously. Now that the run is over, we finally have a chance to catch up on all the newcomers and outgoers of the past two months. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss at all the attrition and addition that's happened. Plus some thoughts on defensive coordinator Jim Knowles choosing to leave for Penn State. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State celebrated its 2024 national title on Sunday afternoon inside Ohio Stadium officially closing the chapter on that story. Because college football never stops. Now it's time to look toward the future as OSU starts its campaign to repeat. On this Monday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik project a 2025 offensive depth chart featuring a bevy of new names everywhere. Plus, as promised, the Monday pod officially has a name. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time for another Buckeye Retalkables, and up on this episode of Buckeye Talk is Ohio State vs. Notre Dame in its recent College Football Playoff National Championship game win. This win made Ryan Day the third straight OSU head coach to win a national title and fifth overall solidifying his place in program history with a 34-23 win. It's by far the biggest win of his tenure surrounded by what may be three of the other top five on an historic run. Instead of letting time pass as we've often done with these Retalkables, Stephen Means lets Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis make their Retalkable debut by looking by on Monday night's game. There are all the usual ReTalkables categories, as a way to break down the game. Thanks for listening to another ReTalkables on Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State opened up the 12-team College Football Playoff the same way it opened up the four-team field by holding up a trophy. The Buckeyes knocked off Notre Dame in the championship game, 34-23, to reclaim their spot at the top of college football. It also punctuated an era of Buckeyes looking to close out their chapters on a high note after four years of riding an emotional roller coaster. On this postgame episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss the win and what it means for Ryan Day. They also compareWill Howard to the two other OSU championship-winning quarterbacks of the modern era and where this title sits among them. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Sunday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's National Championship Game against Notre Dame and make their picks. Here’s what gets discussed: What a national championship could do for Ryan Day and Marcus Freeman as head coaches; Stephen, Stefan and Andrew give their game picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis are breaking down the matchup between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. This one is Ohio State’s defense vs. Notre Dame’s offense Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Tuesday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis are breaking down the matchup between Ohio State and Notre Dame This one is Ohio State’s offense vs. Notre Dame’s defense. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The first year of the College Football Playoff has produced some exciting football allowing for more players to put on a show. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss all of them with an All-College Football Playoff team. The trio narrowed down who should be a unanimous selection on the CFP team, which ended up being nine players. The rest, a collection of players across almost every team that made the field including plenty of people from Ohio State's roster. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ohio State is headed to the national championship. The Buckeyes knocked off Texas, 28-14, in the Cotton Bowl to punch their ticket with Jack Sawyer making the game-seeling play with a scoop-and-score with the Longhorns having a chance to tie the game on fourth and goal. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss the win, Sawyer's growing legacy and look ahead to what's next against Notre Dame. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio Sttae's College Football Playoff game against Texas and make their picks. Here’s what gets discussed: What a win looks like for Ohio State or Texas; A look at the potential X-factors; Josh Newman from LoneStarLive.com joins Stephen to talk about the Longhorns; Stephen, Stefan and Andrew give their game picks. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Wednesday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis are breaking down the matchup between the Ohio State offense and the Texas defense. Don’t miss the Tuesday pod when they did the OSU defense vs. the Longhorns’ offense. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Tuesday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis are breaking down the matchup between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Texas Longhorns. This one is Ohio State’s defense vs. Texas’ offense Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ohio State is headed to the Cotton Bowl after its 41-21 win over Oregon in the Rose Bowl. On this postgame episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis breakdown OSU avenging its regular season loss and give their flowers to a group that has outscored its opponents 83-38 in the College Football Playoff. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's College Football Playoff game against Oregon and make their picks. Here’s what gets discussed: What’s the vibe of the Rose Bowl between the two teams? Is it better to be amped up or business-like for this game? Game score predictions Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State continues its postseason run getting to face Oregon in the Rose Bowl The lead-up to Wednesday’s game continues the bowl game schedule each side of the ball has their day to discuss the upcoming matchup. For OSU, the offense was up next with Chip Kelly, Will Howard, Emeka Egbuka, Quinshon Judkins and Jeremiah Smith stepping to the podium. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss what they heard from a team hoping to put the Michigan game behind them. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

continues its postseason run getting to face Oregon in the Rose Bowl The lead-up to Wednesday’s game continues the bowl game schedule each side of the ball has their day to discuss the upcoming matchup. For OSU, the defense went first with Jim Knowles Ty Hamilton, Jordan Hancock, Cody Simon and J.T. Tuimoloau stepping to the podium. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss what they heard from a team hoping to put the Michigan game behind them. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Monday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis are breaking down the matchup between the Ohio State offense and the Oregon offense. Don’t miss the Thursday pod when they did the OSU defense vs, the Ducks’ offense. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Thursday Buckeye Talk from cleveland.com, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis are breaking down the matchup between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Oregon Ducks. This one is Ohio State's defense vs. Oregon's defense Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where does Ohio State's Ryan Day rank among the eight head coaches left in the College Football Playoff? On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis try to figure that out by ranking all eight of them. Along the way, there is a consensus bottom five and No. 1. But the rest of the top three require a debate with hopes of coming to a like-minded conclusion. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's game against Tennessee and make their picks. Here's what gets discussed: Who are the referees for this game? The importance of special teams Why OSU must get off to a hot start Should they take the ball first Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where does Ohio State's Will Howard rank among the 12 quarterbacks in the College Football Playoff? On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis try to figure that out by ranking all 12 of them. Along the way, there is a consensus bottom five. But one through seven require a debate with hopes of coming to a like-minded conclusion. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s officially game week as Ohio State starts its postseason at home hosting Tennessee in the first round of the College Football Playoff. The lead-up to Saturday’s game has a bowl game feel to it as each side of the ball has their day to discuss the upcoming matchup. For OSU, the defense was up next with Jim Knowles Caleb Downs, Lathan Ransom, Cody Simon and Sonny Styles stepping to the podium. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss what they heard from a team hoping to put the Michigan game behind them. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's officially game week as Ohio State starts its postseason at home hosting Tennessee in the first round of the College Football Playoff. The lead-up to Saturday's game has a bowl game feel to it as each side of the ball has their day to discuss the upcoming matchup. For OSU, the offense was up first with Ryan Day, Chip Kelly, Will Howard, TreVeyon Henderson and Donovan Jackson stepping to the podium. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss what they heard from a team hoping to put the Michigan game behind them. Plus, Ohio State loses another quarterback to the transfer portal. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Monday Buckeye Talk from cleveland.com, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis are breaking down the matchup between the Ohio State defense and the Tennesee offense. Don't miss the pod last Friday when they did the Ohio State offense vs. the Tennessee defense. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis are offering their first in-depth breakdown of the matchup between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Tennessee Volunteers in the College Football Playoff. This one is Ohio State vs. Tennessee defense. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Thursday episode of Buckeye Talk is brought to you solely on behalf of the texter community delivering questions about practically everything under the sun. Among the topics discussed by Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis: Julian Sayin's development as potentially Ohio State's next starting quarterback; Did we overestimate how good OSU would be? Stefan and Andrew's impression of Ohio State football; Favorite Big Ten cities Ryan Day's quarterback development credentials Plus plenty more. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transfer portal season continues around college football with more names seemingly going into it every day and Ohio State has also seen its fair share with more expected to come. But instead of focusing on who's leaving, on this Wednesday episode of Buckeye Talk, we focus on who should be coming. OSU has some holes to fill this offseason and will need to be even more active in the transfer portal than in years before. Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis look at Ohio State's roster and what positions need portal help the most in 2025. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ohio State's path to a national title set with releasing the first-ever 12-team College Football Playoff bracket is final. The eighth-seeded OSU will host a first-round game against No. 9 Tennessee where a win will mean a rematch against No. 1 Oregon in the Rose Bowl. Head coach Ryan Day discussed the matchup for the first time while reacting to his team's seed. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss Ohio State's playoff path and what Day had to say about it. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ohio State lost to Michigan, again. Now it's a big-picture problem. A team that was supposed to stamp its ticket for the Big Ten Championship Game is once again victim to the Wolverines thanks to its inability to show up for the moment. On this episode of Buckeye Talk Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik, Andrew Gillis and Jimmy Watkins discuss the loss. Except this isn't an analytical breakdown of the game. It's 45 minutes of ranting about how the Buckeyes Michigan problem is about a bigger issue within a program that keeps falling short. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's game against Michigan and make their picks. Here's what gets discussed: What a Michigan win would even look like The battle in the trenches Why the emotional part of this game matter so much The trio returns to make their game picks. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ohio State got its second top-five win of the season thanks to a 38-15 victory of the season. Now it's one win away from returning to the Big Ten Championship Game. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss the win and what impressed them the most about it. They also decide whether they think the Hoosiers should be a College Football Playoff team Plus a conversation about Will Howard, who has been better than all three expected him to be. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's game against Indiana and make their picks. Here's what gets discussed: How much of a threat are Hoosiers quarterback Kurtis Rourke and defensive lineman Mikail Kamara Concerns about OSU's offensive line Do we think this game will be close? What an Indiana win would look like The trio returns to make their game picks. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's top-three matchup with Indiana will be a clash of the titans as the two teams try to claim Big Ten supremacy. But is there more at stake? It's time to take the Buckeyes, the Hoosiers and their head coaches to court in this interesting debate. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss who this game means more to in a creative way. Stefan makes the case for Indiana, Andrew makes the case for OSU and Stephen sits in as the judge navigating a conversation. The question is, who makes the best case? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ohio State got out of a 31-7 win over Northwestern what it needed without adding any extra problems. It challenged its quarterback's only lingering question, continued to build continuity on the offensive line, and pushed its limits on defense. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down the win while shifting the conversation forward. Using a survey sent out to the Buckeye Talk text subscribers, the trio discusses where OSU is heading into a pivotal stretch. Plus a quick convo about OSU's most recent commits. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's game against Northwestern and make their picks. Here's what gets discussed: What do you want to see from Ohio State's offense and defense in a game where the talent is so lopsided? The trio returns to make their game picks. Plus a look at some non-OSU games that might matter to the Buckeyes. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State has been blessed with plenty of dominant seasons from wide receivers since Ryan Day took over the program, but which one reigns supreme? On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis rank the six best individual versions of wide receivers who've called Ohio Stadium home over the past six years. Where does Marvin Harrison Jr.'s 2023 season rank compared to his 2022 season? How does Jaxon Smith-Njigba's record-breaking 2021 compare against Chris Olave's 2020? Plus, have Jeremiah Smith and Emeka Egbuka's 2024 season already made a case for being on this list? These are the questions that need answers and your favorite trio is here to do just that. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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This episode of Buckeye Talk is a break from the serious football talk for a special guest. Former Ohio State running back Maurice Hall once helped the Buckeyes win a national title in 2002. Now he's trying to take over Hollywood. Hall's transitioned into the acting world in 2009 making a name for himself Now he's taking on a new challenge with a movie starring him and written by him called "A Heart for Christmas." The movie releases this Friday on Pluto TV and the Roku Channel. Hall joins Stephen Means as the two talk about his journey, the movie and his thoughts on the 2024 Buckeyes. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ohio State handled its business with a 45-0 win over Purdue on a day when plenty of other teams around the country didn’t. In the process of doing so, it also gained something in the win by playing as many people as possible and experimenting with different looks. It used a game where it could essentially name its score to find ways to still get better even if it wasn’t playing the best competition. On this postgame episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss why the shutout win was so important for the 2024 season and beyond. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down OHio State's game against Purdue and make their picks. Instead of breaking down. the opponent, the trio instead discusses the future of OSU football by discussing a few under-the-radar players we could see on Saturday as the program could get a chance to play some of its depth. We left the in-depth discussion about the Boilermakers to somebody else as an old friend makes an appearance to start off the show. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is a big difference between being a team’s best player and its most valuable, though sometimes those two things can collide, especially for Ohio State. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis try to figure out if that’s the case by ranking the team’s nine most valuable players. They consider the Subtext subscribers’ opinions while going in depth about each spot. Listen along to see who makes the list and who may have just been left off. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The first College Football Playoff rankings of the 2024 season are out, putting Ohio State in a favorable place. The Buckeyes debuted in the No. 2 spot behind Oregon in the first rankings of the new 12-team era. On this Wednesday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik break down what that means going forward. Then Andrew Gillis joins in as the trio reacts to everything Ryan Day, Jim Knowles and Will Howard said as OSU prepares to face Purdue on Saturday. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State heads into the final month of the regular season in complete control of its destiny using a 20-13 win over Penn State to reclaim the right to do so. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means takes questions and comments from the Subtext subscribers as he looks ahead to November discussing the most important topics. That ranges from the offensive and defensive lines, Ryan Day, the College Football Playoff and an honest conversation about quarterback Will Howard. Plus much, much more. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State football's resume for the first College Football Playoff rankings of the 2024 season is set. It heads into Tuesday night with a 7-1 record, a road win over a top-five opponent and a one-point loss to another top-five opponent in another road game. That should be enough to contend for a spot as high as No. 2, right? On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik try to predict what those rankings will look like and what it could mean for OSU going forward. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is back in control of its destiny thanks to a 20-13 win over Penn State. On this postgame episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis breakdown the importance of the win and what it means heading into November. They also discuss quarterback Will Howard who though made some costly mistakes, ultimately led OSU to a victory. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's game against Penn State and make their picks. Here’s what gets discussed: The six most important Buckeyes in the game A conversation with Pennlive.com's Johnny McGonigol about the Nitty Lions The trio returns to make their game picks. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Day and James Franklin each come into Saturday's matchup between Ohio State and Penn State at a bit of a crossroads. Each has been questioned about their ability to win big games, specifically top-five matchups where everything is equal. Day is 2-6 in those games while Franklin is 1-12. Saturday is a big opportunity for both. But which one needs a win more and who else might need it just as much? On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss the six people who have the most on the line on Saturday. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Buckeye Talk’s in-season Monday pod is back where Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik break down the game looking at Ohio State's 21-17 win over Nebraska. Each week the breakdown will be broken up into three categories: Quarterback Talk: Discussing the best and worst thing we saw from the QB and if his upside flashed in any capacity Offensive Talk: What’s the best and worst play from the offense plus who who thought was the Player of the Game Defensive Talk: What’s the best and worst play from the defense plus who who thought was the Player of the Game A big-picture conversation about the Big Ten heading into conference play. Then they’ll close things out every week by answering one question: Did the Buckeyes look like a College Football Playoff team? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss Ohio State football's 21-17 win over Nebraska. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's game against Nebraska and make their picks. Here’s what gets discussed: What do you want to see from Ohio State’s offense and defense? The trio returns to make their game picks. Plus a look at some non-OSU games that might matter to the Buckeyes. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State will face a Nebraska team featuring a quarterback that was once supposed to be a future Buckeye which brings up an interesting conversation. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis take a trip down the hypothetical road with a game of 'What if' inspired by Dylan Raiola. The trio looks at some of the biggest 'What ifs' of the Ryan Day era ranking each and deciding how different things would've have been had they played out differently. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Angry Ryan Day is back as Ohio State prepares to face Nebraska to start the second half of the season. The topic of the Tuesday press conference was defense, even if OSU's offensive-minded head coach was the only coach who spoke about it. And his tone was one of a head coach who has spent the past two weeks irritated with a defense that gave up 31 points to Oregon without much of a fight. On this Wednesday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss Ohio State football discuss all of it. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik dive back into Ohio State football as it comes off of its second bye week ready for the home stretch. OSU holds a 5-1 record and still in a prime position to compete for a Big Ten and national title, but that road was made a little more difficult thanks to a loss to Oregon. Now it must figure out what went wrong while ensuring it gets a rematch in Indianapolis on Dec. 7. Stephen and Stephen spend the next hour unpacking flaws, breaking down the back half of the schedule and figuring out whether the Big Ten is destined to once again have the No. 1 seed in the College Football Playoff. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Highlights: Will Howard has been solid, earning a B+ grade. The running backs have been outstanding, with an A grade. Wide receivers Jeremiah Smith and Emeka Egbuka are top performers. Tight ends have had a limited impact this season. The offensive line has shown strength but has areas for improvement. Injuries have affected the performance of the offensive line. Cornerbacks struggled against Oregon, raising concerns about their consistency. Ohio State's offense ranks highly in yards per play and points per game. Caleb Downs is exceeding expectations as a safety. Chip Kelly's offensive strategies have revitalized the team's performance. Ryan Day's leadership is under scrutiny after the Oregon game. Ohio State's defense needs to improve to meet high expectations. The team's performance against Oregon raises questions about their elite status. Overall, the team is meeting expectations but has room for improvement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: With a bye week upon us, Andrew and Stefan present some midseason awards for the Buckeyes so far in 2024. The defense has not met expectations, especially against tougher opponents. The offensive line has shown significant improvement compared to last season. Seth McLaughlin has been a stabilizing force. Expectations play a crucial role in determining what is considered impressive or disappointing. The hosts discuss the impact of injuries on the offensive line's performance. How Chip Kelly's offensive strategies have revitalized Ohio State's run game, Justin Frye has effectively managed the offensive line despite injuries. Carnell Tate is poised for a breakout second half of the season. Why the tight end position will become increasingly important due to offensive line struggles. CJ Hicks may see more playing time as a blitzer in the second half. Brandon Innis is likely to play a significant role going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Highlights: Ohio State's loss to Oregon was an instant classic. Will Howard's performance was solid but marred by key mistakes. Coaching decisions significantly impacted the game's outcome. Injuries to key players like Josh Simmons raise concerns. Ohio State's offensive line depth is a major issue moving forward. The defense struggled against Oregon's offense, allowing 496 yards. Ohio State's defense did not meet the high expectations set before the season. The team still has a chance to achieve its goals despite the loss. Mistakes in the final moments of the game were costly for Ohio State. What the Buckeyes can do to address some of their issues going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Thursday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's game against Oregon and make their picks. Here’s what gets discussed: What do you want to see from Ohio State’s offense and defense? The trio returns to make their game picks. Plus a look at some non-OSU games that might matter to the Buckeyes. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's top-three matchup with Oregon will be a clash of the titans as the two teams try to claim Big Ten supremacy. But is there more at stake? It's time to take the Buckeyes, the Ducks and their head coaches to court in this interesting debate. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss who this game means more to in a creative way. Stefan makes the case for OSU, Andrew makes the case for Oregon and Stephen sits in as the judge navigating a conversation. The question is, who makes the best case? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Ohio State prepares to face Oregon in a top three matchup, Ryan Day, Chip Kelly and Will Howard discuss where things stand. On this Wednesday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss everything the trio had to say. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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On this Thursday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's game against Iowa and make their picks. Here’s what gets discussed: What do you want to see from Ohio State’s offense and defense? The trio returns to make their game picks. Plus a look at some non-OSU games that might matter to the Buckeyes. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Ohio State prepares to face Iowa in its first Big Ten home game, Ryan Day, Chip Kelly and and Jim Knowles discuss where things stand. For the head coach, that meant an overview of the program after four games. For the offensive coordinator, that meant discussing how an impressive offense can continue to build. For the defensive coordinator, that meant cyphering through what are real problems, and what's just being nitpicky. On this Wednesday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss Ohio State football discuss all of it. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode of Buckeye Talk, guest host Jimmy Watkins joins Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis to discuss Cleveland.com's 40 most influential Cleveland sports figures list, focusing on the impact of Ohio State football within the Cleveland sports landscape. They explore the rivalry between Ohio State and Michigan, the dynamics of the Ohio State quarterback position, and the influence of head coach Ryan Day. The conversation also touches on the future of Ohio State football, highlighting potential stars like Jeremiah Smith and the implications of the NIL era on college sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeremiah Smith is putting himself in rare company with how he's started his Ohio State and it's easy to get hyperbolic when discussing him, so that's what we'll do. But you have to do it responsibly. Smith has been impressive as a true freshman, but he's not the first Buckeye to establish himself this early in his career. So that means it's time for another addition of Buckeye Talk's Mount Rushmore. This time around Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik are discussing the greatest freshmen seasons in OSU history and whether Smith is on pace to one day make the list. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss Ohio State football's 38-7 win over Michigan State. It's a short late-night conversation about what we're supposed to make of a team still two weeks away from its first matchup game. OSU's far from a perfect team, but so far it's made it not matter what those flaws are as it rips through its schedule. Is there anyone who can change that? The trio try to make sense of it. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's game against Michigan State and make their picks. Here’s what gets discussed: What do you want to see from Ohio State’s offense and defense in a game where the talent is so lopsided? The trio returns to make their game picks. Plus a look at some non-OSU games that might matter to the Buckeyes. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State enters Big Ten play this week on the road against Michigan State providing a chance to take a look ahead. Four weeks into the season it's clear that the conference is destined to have multiple teams make the first ever 12-team College Football Playoff. But how many have a realistic chance of achieving that? On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis evaluate all 18 teams placing each into tiers. Then they look at which teams fall into what team on OSU's schedule and what is says about the road ahead. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Day and Jim Knowles didn't seem very happy coming off Ohio State football's 49-14 win over Marshall. The offense was great, but the defense had its least impressive game since probably the 2023 Michigan loss. That led to an interesting tone from the two on a Tuesday press conference heading into Big Ten play. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis breakdown what they heard. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Buckeye Talk’s in-season Monday pod is back where Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik break down the game looking at Ohio State's 49-14 win over Marshall. Each week the breakdown will be broken up into three categories: Quarterback Talk: Discussing the best and worst thing we saw from the QB and if his upside flashed in any capacity Offensive Talk: What’s the best and worst play from the offense plus who who thought was the Player of the Game Defensive Talk: What’s the best and worst play from the defense plus who who thought was the Player of the Game A big-picture conversation about the Big Ten heading into conference play. Then they’ll close things out every week by answering one question: Did the Buckeyes look like a College Football Playoff team? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State improved to 3-0 on the season in a 49-14 win over Marshall where the offense was elite but the defense left some things to be desired On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss what they learned about OSU after Week 4. They discuss the positives from an explosive day on offense and a fiery Ryan Day. Then they discuss the absence of defensive tackle Tyleik Williams and the latest problem on special teams. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's game against Marshall and make their picks. Here’s what gets discussed: What you want to see from Ohio State in its final non-conference game. What you are 100% confident you will see from Ohio State in its final non-conference game. The trio returns to make their game picks. Plus a look at some non-OSU games that might matter to the Buckeyes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, we analyze the impact Chip Kelly has had on Ohio State football's 2024 offense. Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis look at every angle of why it was so important that the first person Ryan Day gave up play-calling duties to is his former mentor and what that says about the program overall. In doing so, they answer a series of questions: Where Kelly's influence is felt the most in terms of offensive philosophy Where Kelly's influence is felt the most in terms of position group What's OSU's fastball offensively? The biggest difference between Day now and a year ago Was Kelly the perfect hire? What if Bill O'Brien never left for Boston College? What this hire says about how Day has evolved in terms of his hiring practices. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ohio State resumes its 2024 season when it returns to the field on Saturday to face Marshall. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means takes rants from the Subtext subscribers on how they feel about OSU after seeing two games and spending the bye week watching the rest of the nation. Comments were put into two categories: Something you've loved about Ohio State. Something that still makes you nervous about their national title chances. The responses provided a variety of answers all of which were discussed in detail. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buckeye Talk's in-season Monday pod is back where Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik break down the game. With Ohio State on a bye week, we instead look around the country at some of its top competition for the national title. Things are broken into these categories: Which teams have actually looked like threats to Ohio State this year? Which teams aren’t you as afraid of as you thought you’d be?  A team you have your eye on that’s percolating in the background. A rant from Stephen on OSU's championship odds. What we want to learn about Ohio State coming out of the bye week. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, we evaluate the first two weeks of the Ohio State football season breaking things down into a few categories while also making a few more predictions. Among the things Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss: The Biggest Surprise One thing we got right and wrong Most underrated player A new Mark it Down prediction and Driving a second bus. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Day and Jim Knowles spoke as Ohio State heads into its first of two bye weeks of the 2024 season, which Day has classified as an ‘Improvement week.’ On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik break down everything they had to say heading into the first Bye Week Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buckeye Talk's in-season Monday pod is back where Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik break down the game looking at Ohio State's 56-0 win over Western Michigan. Each week the breakdown will be broken up into three categories: Quarterback Talk: Discussing the best and worst thing we saw from the QB and if his upside flashed in any capacity Offensive Talk: What's the best and worst play from the offense plus who who thought was the Player of the Game Defensive Talk: What's the best and worst play from the defense plus who who thought was the Player of the Game A look at why Texas' win over Michigan matters so much to the Buckeyes. Then they'll close things out every week by answering one question: Did the Buckeyes look like a College Football Playoff team? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State’s Week 2 opponent Western Michigan and make their picks. Here’s what gets discussed: What do you want to see from Ohio State’s offense and defense in a game where the talent is so lopsided? The trio returns to make their game picks. Plus a look at some non-OSU games that might matter to the Buckeyes. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Thursday episode of Buckeye Talk is brought to you solely on behalf of the texter community delivering questions about practically everything under the sun. Among the topics discussed by Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis: Biggest flukes the first week of the college football season Comparing Will Howard to Kyle McCord How long Devin Brown can hold off Julian Sayin for QB2 Is Jeremiah Smith already OSU's best wide receiver A rival vs the SEC Plus plenty more Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Day, Chip Kelly and Will Howard spoke as Ohio State prepares for its Week 2 opponent Western Michigan on Saturday. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik break down everything they had to say heading into Week 2. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's been busy on the recruiting trail even with the start of the 2024 season. Over the past two weeks, its top-rated 2025 recruiting class added two more members putting the class at 26 commits. That makes it the largest class of the Ryan Day era passing his 2020 class which held 25. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis break down the latest additions and what they bring to the class. Then they have a lengthy conversation about five-star quarterback commit Tavien St. Clair and how his growing superstardom is preparing him for the SU spotlight. Plus, a look at two 2026 five-stars who may reclassify and who Andrew thinks could commit to Ohio State next. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk.Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buckeye Talk's in-season Monday pod is back where Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik break down the game starting with the season-opener against Akron in which Ohio State won 52-6. Each week the breakdown will be broken up into three categories: Quarterback Talk: Discussing the best and worst thing we saw from the QB and if his upside flashed in any capacity Offensive Talk: What's the best and worst play from the offense plus who who thought was the Player of the Game Defensive Talk: What's the best and worst play from the defense plus who who thought was the Player of the Game A look at the game's around the country that matter to Ohio State Then they'll close things out every week by answering one question: Did the Buckeyes look like a College Football Playoff team? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State opened up the 2024 season with a 52-6 win over Akron that started slow but ended with plenty of points on both sides of the ball On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss what they learned about OSU after Week 1. They discuss the positives and negatives from an up-and-down day on offense. Then on defense, highlight the players that immediately stood out. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State's season-opener against Akron and make their picks. Here's what gets discussed: What do you want to see from Ohio State's offense and defense in a game where the talent is so lopsided? The trio returns to make their game picks. Plus a look at some non-OSU games that might matter to the Buckeyes. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ryan Day, Jim Knowles and Will Howard spoke as Ohio State prepares for its 2024 season-opener against Akron on Saturday. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik breakdown everything they had to say heading into Week 1. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State will begin its journey toward winning a national title in 2024 when it opens its season against Akron on Saturday. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means takes questions from the Subtext subscribers on what to expect from OSU after a month from fall camp which featured the chance to watch five practices. Among the questions include comparing Will Howard to Kyle McCord, the future of the quarterback room, the offensive line and much more. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2024 college football season has arrived, and Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis are making their playoff picks on the final Mark It Down Monday before the Ohio State Buckeyes open the season against Akron on Saturday. The conversation starts by discussing what they think OSU's 12-game regular season record might be and whether they think it win the Big Ten Championship. Then they discuss who gets the top four seeds in the College Football Playoff and who makes the Final Four. Finally, they reveal who they think will win the national title. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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On this Tuesday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis Gillis decide who Ohio State's top 24 players are in the only way they know how, by drafting. The top of the list is heavy on defense even being headlined by two players who’ve yet to even take a snap as Buckeyes. But the most intriguing part of the conversation was figuring out where to put WIll Howard on this list in the preseason and whether he needs to continue to move up it if OSU hopes to maximize its national championship chances. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s another Mark It Down Monday, and as the 2024 college football season draws near, it’s time for Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis to check in with some major predictions. In this episode, it’s the Heisman Trophy and Ohio State's recent history of finalists. Since Ryan Day arrived in 2017, OSU has had at least one finalist in all but two years. Three have been quarterbacks, plus a wide receiver and a defensive end. Can that run continue in 2024? They each provide who they think will be the top four for the award and why they picked the winner. Plus a conversation about whether a third non-quarterback could join Chase Young and Marvin Harrison Jr. by doing so. Thanks for listening to another Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State has finally picked its starting quarterback. Ryan Day announced on Thursday that Will Howard has won the job even suggesting that he's created a ton of space between him and the next guy. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss what naming Howard the starter means. Then they have a conversation about another quarterback battle that impacts the position's future. Then they close with a conversation about OSU's offensive line halfway through fall camp.= Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, the hosts discuss the most important non-Ohio State football games for Ohio State fans. Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis take a look around the country discussing games of different levels of national importance that still matter to OSU. Some of them have a direct impact on their path to a Big Ten title. Others are about looking ahead to potential College Football Playoff matchups. Then there are others that are just about personal interest during the two bye weeks. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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It's another Mark it Down Monday as Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss who they think will be the next Ohio State players to earn trees in Buckeye Grove as first-team All-Americans. As part of the discussion the three talk: Will a defensive player earn the honor after not having a single player do so for the past three seasons? OSU has constantly had elite quarterback play, but had one earn a tree since 2006. Does that drought end in 2024? How many first-team All-Americans will Ohio State have and which side of the ball will have more? Thanks, as always, for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State could be one step closer to naming a starting quarterback following its seventh preseason practice. Head coach Ryan Day spoke like someone close to making a decision using some language similar to the last time he narrowed in on a guy during fall camp back in 2021. As OSU heads into its first scrimmage on Saturday, what are the chances by this time next week the quarterback battle is over? Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss that plus the health of the offensive line room Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss Jim Harbaugh and Michigan's first punishment along with Ohio State's running backs and linebackers. They look at the NCAA's ruling on the Wolverines' recruiting violation and what that could mean for its sign-stealing allegations. Then they discuss what they learned from James Laurinaitis' linebackers and Carlos Locklyn's running backs. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, we discuss Ohio State's quarterback battle. Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss the idea of the Buckeyes using whoever wins the job more in the run game. Then a conversation about the benefits of continuing to roll guys during the early days of preseason camp. Plus, a conversation about whether the battle is actually over and the real competition is for a different role. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis make some interesting stat predictions for Ohio State's 2024 season. Here are the stat topics the trio discussed: How many passing yards and touchdowns will the starting quarterback have? The combined yards of TreVeyon Henderson and Quinshon Judkins OSU’s leader in receiving yards. How many 1,000-yard receivers will there be? How many carries will James Peoples have Tight end receptions Yards per play for both the offense and defense The defense’s sack and tackle leaders A record we predict will be broken Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State went through its first day of fall camp practice and the media was able to watch all of it. Right after head coach Ryan Day spoke at the start of camp meaning Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis had a ton to talk about. Among the things discussed: Is Tegra Tshabola making a push to start? How the defense is deploying a deep cornerback room What's up with the linebackers? Who flashed on Day 1 Day's plan for picking a starting quarterback Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The time has come once again on Buckeye Talk to drive the bus as Ohio State prepares for the 2024 season. Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik, Andrew Gillis and the text subscribers offer up the Ohio State football players they believe in the most for the 2024 season. Which players will pop? Which backups will earn more playing time? Which good players will be great? Which great players will become legends? Each gives their player, plus whether or not their crazy predictions for the season align with the texters. Thanks, as always, for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State heads into fall camp with the nation's top recruiting class, having landed many of those members over the past two months. OSU has once again used June to host the bulk of its official visits and find success because of it. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss some of those wins, plus some of the losses among the 33 undecided players who took an official visit in June. Then they look ahead to what's next for a class close to being full. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a Mark It Down Monday on Buckeye Talk, and this one deals with Ohio State's season-opener against Akron on Sept. 1. Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis mark down the starters for the Buckeyes on both sides of the ball in that game. It's a way for the trio to talk about the Ohio State position battles while also putting them on the spot for a prediction: Name the 11 players who will take the first snap on offense and the 11 who will take the first snap on defense. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Day 3 of Big Ten Media Days featured discussions about Ohio State's oldest and potentially newest rival. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Andrew Gillis and Jimmy Watkins discuss Michigan’s new head coach, Sherrone Moore, and the challenges he faces in replacing Jim Harbaugh. There were questions about how Moore can rebuild the Harbaugh culture without trying to replicate it while asking whether or not Moore can afford a honeymoon period. The conversation shifts to Dan Lnning and Oregon, as a program that could finally be a worthy adversary to what OSU has built. The game between Ohio State and Oregon on October 12th will set the tone for what’s to come. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Day 2 of Big Ten Media Days is headlined by Penn State, Nebraska, and USC as three teams looking o make a statement in 2024 On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis look at the present-day versions of those programs plus what is to come. The goal: determine which of these programs presents the biggest threat to Ohio State from now on. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State headlined Day 1 of Big Ten Media Days with head coach Ryan Day, Denzel Burke, Emeka Egbuka and Jack Sawyer in attendance. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss updates in the quarterback battle and everything else Day said as OSU prepares for the 2024 season. Plus a special guest joins the pod to talk about his relationship with Day, journey as as Buckeye and the players we should be talking about more on the 2024 roster. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Day is preparing for his sixth season as Ohio State football's head coach in a year where he's essentially maximized the roster with returners, transfer portal additions and a highly-rated recruiting class. As part of Big Ten Media Days, Stephen Means sat down with Day to discuss the upcoming season, the pending quarterback battle and how Day deals with the pressure and attention that comes with being OSU's head coach. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2024 college football season has officially arrived in the midwest with the arrival of Big Ten Media Days and with that comes a chance to do something the Big Ten won’t. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis reveal their ballots as three of the 27 voters in Cleveland.com’s preseason Big Ten Media Poll. The trio share where they ranked Ohio State and who they picked to win Offensive and Defensive Player of the Year. They also discuss who could win Coach of the Year and how many teams the conference will get in the first-ever 12-team College Football Playoff. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Stefan Krajisnik discuss the upcoming Big Ten Media Days and the pressing questions surrounding Ohio State football. They look at the most important things to learn from Ryan Day, Denzel Burke, Emeka Egbuka and Jack Sawyer as they preview the 2024 season. They also touch on the new era of Big Ten football with the conference now featuring 18 teams. Plus a conversation about what the expected minimum number of expected College Football Playoff teams the Big Ten should have annually. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of Buckeye Talk is brought to you by three guys in their mid-to-late-20s who were brought back a little bit of joy in their lives. EA Sports College Football 25 has arrived once again allowing a generation of video gamers to play with their favorite college football players. Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis take this opportunity to share their thoughts on the game, where the developers got things right and which Ohio State football players may not yet be featured. Plus a sort of serious conversation about the future of the business of college sports. And a completely unserious conversation about what the game means for OSU's quarterback battle. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2024 season is right around the corner as Ohio State enters a pivotal year of the Ryan Day era. It’s the perfect time to set a tone and discuss what Day has accomplished as head coach, using that to project what the future holds, especially in a season where OSU has clearly pushed all its chips into the middle of the table. In doing so, we at Buckeye Talk will spend the next two weeks breaking down the program position by position looking at its past, present and future under Day. Up next, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the safeties as Matt Guerrieri tasks over the position. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2024 season is right around the corner as Ohio State enters a pivotal year of the Ryan Day era. It’s the perfect time to set a tone and discuss what Day has accomplished as head coach, using that to project what the future holds, especially in a season where OSU has clearly pushed all its chips into the middle of the table. In doing so, we at Buckeye Talk will spend the next two weeks breaking down the program position by position looking at its past, present and future under Day. Up next, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss Tim Walton and the cornerbacks. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2024 season is right around the corner as Ohio State enters a pivotal year of the Ryan Day era. It’s the perfect time to set a tone and discuss what Day has accomplished as head coach, using that to project what the future holds, especially in a season where OSU has clearly pushed all its chips into the middle of the table. In doing so, we at Buckeye Talk will spend the next two weeks breaking down the program position by position looking at its past, present and future under Day. Up next, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis talk linebackers as former three-time All-Ameerican James Laurinaitis takes over. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2024 season is right around the corner as Ohio State enters a pivotal year of the Ryan Day era. It’s the perfect time to set a tone and discuss what Day has accomplished as head coach, using that to project what the future holds, especially in a season where OSU has clearly pushed all its chips into the middle of the table. In doing so, we at Buckeye Talk will spend the next two weeks breaking down the program position by position looking at its past, present and future under Day. Up next, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the defensive line and the war Larry Johnson continues to fight. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2024 season is right around the corner as Ohio State enters a pivotal year of the Ryan Day era. It’s the perfect time to set a tone and discuss what Day has accomplished as head coach, using that to project what the future holds, especially in a season where OSU has clearly pushed all its chips into the middle of the table. In doing so, we at Buckeye Talk will spend the next two weeks breaking down the program position by position looking at its past, present and future under Day. Up next, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the offensive line and the statement Justin Frye must make. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2024 season is right around the corner a Ohio State enters a pivotal year of the Ryan Day era. It’s the perfect time to set a tone and discuss what Day has accomplished as head coach, using that to project what the future holds, especially in a season where OSU has clearly pushed all its chips into the middle of the table. In doing so, we at Buckeye Talk will spend the next two weeks breaking down the program position by position looking at its past, present and future under Day. Up next, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss Keen Bailey and the safeties. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2024 season is right around the corner as Ohio State enters a pivotal year of the Ryan Day era. It’s the perfect time to set a tone and discuss what Day has accomplished as head coach, using that to project what the future holds, especially in a season where OSU has clearly pushed all its chips into the middle of the table. In doing so, we at Buckeye Talk will spend the next two weeks breaking down the program position by position looking at its past, present and future under Day. Up next, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis talk wide receivers and Brian Hartline’s run. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2024 season is right around the corner as Ohio State enters a pivotal year of the Ryan Day era. It’s the perfect time to set a tone and discuss what Day has accomplished as head coach, using that to project what the future holds, especially in a season where OSU has clearly pushed all its chips into the middle of the table. In doing so, we at Buckeye Talk will spend the next two weeks breaking down the program position by position looking at its past, present and future under Day. Up next, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss running back as Carlos Locklyn takes over as the new position coach. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2024 season is right around the corner as Ohio State enters a pivotal year of the Ryan Day era. It's the perfect time to set a tone and discuss what Day has accomplished as head coach, using that to project what the future holds, especially in a season where OSU has clearly pushed all its chips into the middle of the table. In doing so, we at Buckeye Talk will spend the next two weeks breaking down the program position by position looking at its past, present and future under Day. Up first, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss quarterbacks and how a change in standard dictates how we talk about the group. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new era of Buckeye Talk has officially arrived. Stephen Means is joined by the newest member of the show Stefan Krajisnik as they share their excitement and discuss his background in covering college sports. Then the conversation shifts to the SEC and how teams view Ohio State as a prominent program in the North, the new 12-team College Football Playoff and other various topics related to Ohio State football. Get to know Stefan as the Buckeye Talk crew prepares for a new era of college football with a new era of your favorite podcast. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Commitment season is upon us and Ohio State seems to be taking full advantage of it having watched its 2025 recruiting class grow significantly and it might not be done. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss at OSU’s latest successes. Among includes more success in Alabama thanks to Nick Saban’s retirement, a few cool in-state recruiting stories of perseverance and a look at who could be next up to join the top-ranked class. Plus a discussion of whether Ohio State is trending in the wrong direction in search of a third running back commit. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Week 3 of official visit season for Ohio State, meaning another group of important 2025 targets will be on campus. This first weekend features 11 players with five-star recruits Devin Sanchez, Na'eem Offord and Tavien St. Clair plus four-star Nate Roberts headlining as the commits. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss them all. The two discuss the importance of the visits, what they could potentially bring to the class and how many of the seven undecided they would need to land to make this a successful second weekend eventually. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Five months after taking a first shot at predicting Ohio State's 2025 recruiting class, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis are here to update it. A lot has changed since that first prediction in February with new options emerging while others may be fading into the background. We're six months away from Signing Day and it seems the OSU is on pace to sign its largest class of the Ryan Day era to replenish a roster expected to see a significant number of players leave after the 2024 season. On this episode, Stephen and Andrew look at where Andrew was right and wrong the first time, then look forward to his 2025 class prediction 2.0. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Day teased at the idea of Caleb Downs potentially playing some running back for Ohio State in 2024 and so of course we had to talk about it. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis explore whether Downs' offensive usage is a realistic thing to expect or just a good idea in the middle of the summer. One person decides to have some fun with it. The other chooses the boring route. Plus, views from OSU's second 7-on-7 camp featuring a few important 2025 recruiting targes with looming decisions. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the most interesting things observed and heard at Ohio State's final June recruiting camp. The two discuss four-star running back Bo Jackson choosing to come work with Carlos Locklyn a week after joining the 2025 recruiting class. Then discuss the potential of five-star wide receiver Chris Henry as the top player in the 2026 class. Plus a conversation about where OSU turns for a 20206 quarterback to following five-star Dia Bell's Texas commitment. But first, they analyze the latest 2025 commitments in four-star wide receiver Quincy Porter and three-star running back Isaiah West. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State has quite a history with the prestigious Elite 11 quarterback competition and will try to add to that this week. There have been 11 players who've gone on to be Buckeyes who had the opportunity to succeed in the competition by earning the honor. Five-star 2025 commit Tavien St. Clair will look to join them. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis look back on OSU's Elite 11 success, what St. Clair can accomplish and his chances of wining MVP Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Week 3 of official visit season for Ohio State meaning another group of important 2025 targets will be on campus. This first weekend features 11 players with four-star recruits Carter Lowe and London Merritt headlining as the lone commits. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss them all. The two discuss the importance of the visits, what they could potentially bring to the class and how many of the seven undecided they would need to land to make this a successful second weekend eventually. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the most interesting things observed and heard at Ohio State's third June recruiting camp. The two discuss OSU five-star quarterback commit Tavien St. Clair showing up for the second time this summer and what he had to say about his development. Then they talk about two 2026 quarterbacks who camped Tuesday as Ohio State shifts its focus to that class. Plus a few other noteworthy players in attendance. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the most interesting things observed and heard at Ohio State's second June recruiting camp. The two discuss OSU's two 2025 commits in five-star quarterback Tavien St. Clair and four-star tight end Nate Robert. But after they discuss a four-star recruit in the 2026 class who used an impressive day to not only earn an offer but perhaps market he beginning of a potential great story. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Week 2 of official visit season for Ohio State, meaning another group of important 2025 targets will be on campus. This second weekend features 10 players with four-star recruits De'Zie Jones and DeShawn Stewart headlining as the lone commits. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss them all. The two discuss the importance of the visits, what they could potentially bring to the class and how many of the seven undecided they would need to land to make this a successful second weekend eventually. But first a conversation about 2026 five-star defensive lineman Jahkeim Stewart who was at OSU’s second June camp and how realistic they think it is for him to one day end up in Columbus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the most interesting things observed and heard at Ohio State's first June recruiting camp. They look at which recruits may have earned an offer after an impressive first day which ranges from rising senior offensive in the 2025 class to speedy wide receivers in the 2027 class going into their second year of high school. They even discuss the lone five-star who was in town and could be the answer to its safety drought on the recruiting trail. But first, a conversation about the newest member of OSU’s 2025 recruiting class, four-star running back Bo Jackson. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Friday episode of Buckeye Talk is brought to you solely on behalf of the texter community delivering questions. Among the Ohio State topics discussed by Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis: Can an elite defense impact a team's offensive aggressiveness? Changing the recruiting calendar Ryan Day's son as a quarterback prospect Which walk-ons would you give a scholarship to in 2024? Renovating the Woody Hayes Athletic Center Should OSU run up the score more? Michigan's potential backslide. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The conversation revolves around the upcoming camp week for Ohio State, focusing on the recruitment process and the evaluation of high school athletes. Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the value of this period for building relationships, identifying new talent, and making offers to potential recruits. The conversation covers a range of topics related to Ohio State football, including early offers to young players, the upcoming camp season, and the vision for recruiting and player development. It also delves into specific players and their potential impact on the team. The discussion provides insights into the coaching staff, the recruitment process, and the ongoing evaluation of talent. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is a ton of new in the Big Ten as the conference heads into a new era. It's gotten rid of divisions opening up the possibilities for the conference championships game. It's also expanded its team total to 18. That expansion mixed with a few highly-rated freshmen, big-time transfers and some coaching hires has brought a ton of new faces to the conference as well. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis take a look at some of the most impactful newcomers to the Big Ten which includes a few people inside the Ohio State football program. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s officially official visit season and Ohio State is set to host its first group of 2025 targets. This first weekend features 10 players with four-star recruits TJ Alford and DeShawn Stewart headlining as the lone commits. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss them all. The two discuss the importance of the visit, what they could potentially bring to the class and how many of the eight undecided they would need to land to make this a successful first weekend eventually. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss Ohio State's transfer portal activity, focusing on the players brought in, their impact on the team, and the decision-making process behind the transfers. It also delves into evaluating the offensive line and the significance of not adding more transfers. The discussion provides insights into the team's strategy, player development, and overall confidence in the offensive line for the upcoming season. The conversation covers an in-depth analysis of Ohio State's offensive line and its performance against top teams. It also delves into the impact of the transfer portal on Ohio State's roster, including the addition of key players and the overall grade for the transfer portal activity Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this latest episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis catch up on what’s been happening on the recruiting trail for Ohio State. It’s been about three weeks since the last deep dive into the 2025 class which ranks second nationally. Since then, the Buckeyes suffered a third commitment and a second from a cornerback. It’s also seen another highly-rated wide receiver target reopen his recruitment just as he's set to take his official visit to Columbus. Stephen and Andrew discuss at all the latest recruiting news and it impacts OSU heading into the summer as it hopes to continue putting together yet another elite class. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Tuesday episode of Buckeye Talk is a bittersweet one as we take a break from discussing Ohio State football. After five years, Nathan Baird is leaving us to head back to Indiana to cover Purdue. So he and Stephen Means spend the next hour reflecting on the past five seasons covering the early stages of the Ryan Day era. They look at the high moments, the low moments and take questions from the Subtext subscribers. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Game has fundamentally changed forever. No longer does the Ohio State-Michigan game hold so much weight regarding either team's football future. But that doesn't change the fact that it's still the biggest rivalry in sports. But does it change how fans will view the consequences of any potential loss? On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis explore that idea alongside the Subtext subscribers. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird, Andrew Gillis and Jimmy Watkins continue with Day 4 of May-chigan week. The quartet used this episode to rank the 20 best players taking part on the 2024 Ohio State-Michigan game. As they make their way through the list, they discuss the lopsided reality of how many Buckeyes are on the list in comparison to Wolverines and what that could mean come the final week of the season. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State and Michigan take very different approaches to putting together a college football roster. Stars matter to one program as it's constantly sitting near the top of the recruiting rankings. The other relies on the diamonds in the rough often overlooked in those same rankings. On paper, it's clear which approach should result in a national title, but it's the other approach that's gotten the job done not only in The Game the last three years but on the national stage in 2023. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis explore why by looking a the contrasting styles, then discuss where they might collide in the future Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last season Michigan put together an uber-experienced roster hoping to maximize its championship window and now Ohio State is doing the same hoping for a similar result. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird, Andrew Gillis and Jimmy Watkins take a look at the Wolverines' 2023 roster and decide whether OSU's 2024 roster could beat the team that beat it 30-24 last season in this hypothetical conversation. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is officially ‘May-chigan Week’ as we are six months away from the 2024 Ohio State-Michigan game which heads into a new era. The College Football Playoff has expanded forever changing the stakes of The Game in terms of the consequences for winning and losing. But the cultural impact remains as the Wolverines enter Year 1 under Sherrone Moore and OSU enters Year 6 under Ryan Day. On this episode of BUckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and rivalry reporter Jimmy Watkins explore how these two teams reached what might be the most pivotal game for both sides in quite some time. Most importantly, the trio answers the most important questions this far away from the Nov. 30 game, which team would a win in 2024 mean more to? Thanks for listening to Buckeye talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Day’s introduction to the Ohio State-Michigan rivalry as a head coach resulted in success in such a way that he even publicly admitted gave him a feeling of relief. Back in 2019, OSU got a 56-27 win in Ann Arbor that suggested its dominance in the rivalry would continue into the Day era while Jim Harbaugh was the coach who couldn't get over the hump. Now here we are five years later and oh, how things have changed. On this episode of Buckeye Talks Stephen Means and Nathan Baird look back at the game discussing a different time in the OSU-Michigan dynamic. As they run through their typical ReTalkables category, they also take a chance to use this game as a potential guideline for how the 2024 game could potentially play out as Day looks to get back in the win column. Plus, Nathan has an announcement about his future. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Thursday episode of Buckeye Talk is brought to you solely on behalf of the texter community delivering questions. Among the Ohio State topics discussed by Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis: Could OSU have two 1,000-yard running backs in 2024? How long will Chip Kelly be at Ohio State? Which non-staters could have a big impact in 2024? Could Ryan Day realistically be in Columbus for another decade? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss adding former players to Ohio State football's 2024 roster. The trio analyzes the potential impact of these additions and discusses the current roster's strengths and weaknesses. Then they select players who once played for Ryan Day's OSU program who could instantly fill a potential hole on the 2024 team. Each selects three players the first two picks both being quarterbacks. But which former Day quarterback is the better fit for what this year's offensive makeup is? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss the most dangerous opponents on Ohio State's path to winning a national title in 2024. They rank the potential threats, including coaches, players, and teams. They identify several coaches and players from opposing teams who could pose a challenge to the Buckeyes. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State has signed five recruiting classes since Ryan Day took over the program each having things to be excited about. But what should we think of them years later now that players have gotten on the field? On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Nathan Baird break down Day's recruiting classes trying to figure out if the way we viewed them on Signing Day held up years later. Which classes lived up to the hype? Did any overachieve? And what it says about Day's program. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Gene Smith enters his final days as Ohio State's athletic director, Stephen Means and Nathan Baird decided to sit down with him for an hour-long conversation. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, the two recap the enlightening conversation. They cover everything from Smith's background, his decisions as athletic director and how he's setting up OSU's athletic department for the future. Plus a look at how Smith views Ryan Day's first five years as the Buckeyes' head coach and why they went 'all-in' on the 2024 season. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Buckeye Talk, the hosts discuss Ohio State football records and potential records that could be broken in the 2024 season. OSU has already broken its fair share of both individual and team records since Ryan Day took over the program in 2019 and a few more may be on the table this season. After looking back at some of those records, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis look ahead to what could be the longest season in school history and predict a few that could potentially fall. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oho State got a surprise visit from David Sanders Jr. over the weekend as it continues to quickly build momentum for the five-star offensive lineman. Landing the nation’s No. 2 player and top tackle would not only be a major win for OSU’s 2025 recruiting class but would also be the type of recruiting win it’s long hoped to get from offensive line coach Justin Frye ever since he was hired in 2022. Its impact would sit among some of the other high-level wins during the Ryan Day era, at least at first glance. On this episode of Bucikeye talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis look at what the most impactful wins of the Day era — 2019-present — have been. then they decide whether a potential win in the Sanders recruitment — which has gone from longshot to real possibility — could join that list someday. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s the five most valuable Ohio State Buckeyes for the 2024 football season on this Thursday Buckeye Talk. They run through the top five, which includes both coaches and players and hits both offense and defense. They covered the Buckeyes ranked 10 through six on Monday. Players and coaches are combined in this ranking, and it’s not a best-of list. It’s value. It’s importance. Stephen, Nathan, Andrew and the Ohio State text subscribers each ranked their top 20 Buckeyes, and the lists were then combined to rank this top 10. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Monday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis begin to unveil their rankings of the 10 most valuable Buckeyes to Ohio State football's 2024 season. This podcast covers the players who just missed the top 10, plus Nos. 10 through six. The top five will be discussed on Tuesday. Players and coaches are combined in this ranking, and it’s not a best-of list. It’s value. It’s importance. Stephen, Nathan, Andrew and the Ohio State text subscribers each ranked their top 20 Buckeyes, and the lists were then combined to rank this top 10. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The second transfer portal window wasn't quite as explosive for Ohio State football as the first as it only lost seven players none being players considered to win a starting role this season. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis break down OSU's roster retention heading into the summer and whether there is any impact to the few losses. Then the trio has a conversation about the Buckeyes holding on to all four scholarship quarterbacks and what that says about the mentality of the room and the type of recruit who'd signed up to be part of something like that. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the latest developments in Ohio State football recruiting. Andrew spent his Sunday up in Canton, Ohio, attending the Under Armour Camp Series where he spoke with OSU commit Eli Lee along with targets Justin Hill, Bo Jackson, Talyn Taylor and Marquise Davis. The Buckeyes seemed to be still in the running for each of these players and potentially sitting in the lead. But has the door already shut on one thanks to the departure of an assistant coach? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2024 NFL Draft is now in the review mirror as we focus on a 2025 class sure to be filled with Ohio State football players following a year where only four were drafted. The Buckeyes had only one first-round pick this spring, but could they be on the verge of not only setting a program record, but the national record in 2025? On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis explore the 2025 NFL Draft and project the number of first-round picks OSU could have. They also compare the program's NFL Draft development to when Jim Tressel and Urban Meyer were in charge to see whether Ryan Day is already ahead of the curve. Plus, predicting when Ohio State will surpass 100 first-round draft picks. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2024 NFL Draft is over, and on this Buckeye Talk episode, Stephen Means and Nathan Baird wrap up the final picks for Ohio State. OSU just experienced its smallest draft number in over a decade, but could it come with a silver lining? Following a year where only four players heard their name called — of the nine hoping to — the program could be gearing up for fireworks in 2025 with one more thing to check off over the next year. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the third straight year, Ohio State football has produced a first-round NFL Draft pick. Garrett Wilson and Chris Olave started the trend in 2022 followed by Jaxon Smith-Njigba in 2023. Now Marvin Harrion Jr. has joined them going higher than an OSU wide receiver has ever gone as the No. 4 pick to the Arizona Cardinals. Harrison will join Paris Johnson Jr. as Buckeyes-turned-Cardinals first-round picks giving Kyler Murray a true No. 1 wide receiver. He also serves as a historic accomplishment for Brian Hartline’s wide receiver room. A room that might not even be close to being done putting out first-rounders. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Nathan Baird break down what Harrison being drafted means for the program, what Arizona is getting and what could be coming down the line. Plus a reaction to the final time J.J. McCarthy could show Ryan Day up for picking Kyle McCord over him as Ohio State’s future quarterback. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2024 NFL Draft has arrived with a few Ohio State football players expected to be taken over the next three days. That means it's time for our annual Buckeye Talk NFL Draft prediction pod. OSU has nine players in this year's draft and Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis reveal how many of those players will hear their name's called. Then they wrap things up by looking forward at a 2025 class which explains why the number in 2024 is so low. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NFL Draft kicks off on Thursday night and we're getting you ready with a full first round mock draft. For the third year in a row, the Orange and Brown Talk and Buckeye Talk crews got together and made every pick in the first round. Nathan Baird, Tim Bielik, Andrew Gillis, Dan Labbe, Stephen Means and Jimmy Watkins were all assigned teams and they worked their way through the first 32 picks, making trades and filling needs along the way. While the first pick was a no-brainer, things got interesting after that and included discussions on Justin Fields in Pittsburgh and which Buckeyes player could be the first to go in their class next year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State football's 2025 recruiting class is currently the number one class in the country with 13 commits, including three five-star recruits as it’s gotten off to a hot start. But the question is whether it’s on track to reach heights that the Buckeyes have only reached one other time by making history. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis map out what would need to happen for the 2025 class to match the success of the 2021 class. That class featured 24 players, with seven being five-stars and seven others being top 100 recruits as the nation’s No. 2 class behind Alabama. But first, a conversation about OSU’s latest representation at the prestigious Elite 11 quarterback competition. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State football's 2024 roster is littered with future NFL prospects and the same can be said of the players in its recruiting classes. But which one is the best of them all? On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis search through the roster along with the 2025 and 2026 recruiting classes to rank the best future prospects. The rankings are done regardless of the potential draft class each player could be apart of. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2024 NF Draft is just days away with Ohio State expecting to again be well-represented potentially on all three days, but how good has it been at ensuring that happens annually? On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss the program's ability to develop draft picks since Ryan Day took over as head coach. They evaluate the position groups and assign them star ratings based on their success in producing draft picks. The rankings were based on the number of draft picks and the overall success of those picks. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Friday episode of Buckeye Talk is brought to you solely on behalf of the texter community delivering questions. Among the Ohio State topics discussed by Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis: Has NIL impacted the way freshmen athletes interact with the media and build their personal brands? Real life doppelgängers. Which football players could make the basketball team? Comparing Jeremiah Smith to other versions of great OSU wide receivers. What the summer months look like for the current roster Could a dominant defense hold the offense back? How good would Ohio State be if it had to start its second-string defense all season? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of Buckeye Talk is all about getting to know thy enemy, which matters when discussing the greatest rivalry in sports. Ohio State closed out its spring session last week with the first nationally televised spring game, and now Michigan is set to become the second on Saturday. In preparation, Stephen Means is joined by Jimmy Watkins as the two discuss what's going on in Ann Arbor as the Wolverines embark on a new era under Sherrone Moore. Plus, an unnecessarily long conversation about why JJ McCarthy was the perfect OSU villain and how Michigan plans to follow that up. Lastly, they look at the reasons why the Wolverines could still be a threat in 2024. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Wednesday episode of Buckeye Talk is brought to you solely on behalf of the texter community delivering questions. Among the topics discussed by Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis: The impact of Ohio State's first two losses to the post-spring transfer portal window. Players and people within the OSU athletic department they’d love to interview knowing they’d get 100% honesty. Which position group would they buy stock in? What are their favorite sports teams and how they became passionate about them? Is the defensive line’s success more about its upside or problems with the offensive line? Who would they start at quarterback if it were up to them? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's 2025 recruiting class is off to a strong start, and its class added two more members over the weekend. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis break down OSU’s latest commitments and what they bring to the program. Then the two look ahead for a class featuring 13 commits and sitting in the top spot in the recruiting rankings. While Ohio State has started great, it's far from finished putting together its 2025 class. As it heads into the next few months where recruiting in the only priority, the two look at what are the most important needs still left on the board. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Monday episode of Buckeye Talk features a rewatch of Ohio State's 2024 spring game. Stephen Means and Nathan Baird look back at the performances of quarterbacks Will Howard, Devin Brown, Lincoln Kienholz, Julian Sayin and Air Noland looking at how they played and what comes next. Plus a transfer portal conversation on how many quarterbacks they think will still be on the roster in the fall. Then a conversation about the bevy of options Jim Knowles and the defense previewed and whether they think OSU needs to find another offensive lineman in the transfer portal Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State wrapped up Phase One of its quest for a national title with the spring game providing a first public look at its 2024 roster. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis break down where OSU stands following the spring and what they saw in the game. They start with a discussion on the quarterback battle between Will Howard and Devin Brown and which player is in the lead heading into the summer. Then they look at the other three quarterbacks involved. After the break, they discuss the offensive line as the only significant question mark on offense heading into the summer. Then they wrap things up with a glowing review of the defense led by a secondary who spent the afternoon getting the better of the wide receivers. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State will wrap up its spring practice schedule on Saturday with the 2024 Spring Game providing fans the first chance to see its roster. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means takes rants from the Subtext subscribers on everything they want to see from the Buckeyes on Saturday. That list includes everything from what the quarterbacks look like, the development of the offensive line freshman Jeremiah Smith and even a few thoughts on what OSU can do to add to the game's environment. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is a third player beginning to emerge as a candidate to win Ohio State football's starting quarterback job? Ryan Day spoke highly of Julian Sayin as the five-star has turned heads since he arrived as a transfer from Alabama. So on this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means asks Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis to follow him into his hypothetical world and map out what it would look like for him to beat out Will Howard and Devin Brown to win the job. But first, the three give their initial impressions on new running backs coach Carlos Locklyn along with a discussion about the potential post0spring attrition OSU could see in the transfer portal. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone is healthy and ready to play Saturday in Ohio Stadium in this version of an Ohio State spring game draft from Buckeye Talk. There are two full 22-player teams to be drafted, and Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis go head-to-head with their selections while Stephen Means moderates. With so many options on both sides of the ball, we’re splitting things up and doing just the starting 11 on defense. This should tell you something about the 2024 Buckeyes with spring football winding down, it should help get you ready for Saturday, plus drafts are always fun. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone is healthy and ready to play Saturday in Ohio Stadium in this version of an Ohio State spring game draft from Buckeye Talk. There are two full 22-player teams to be drafted, and Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis go head-to-head with their selections while Stephen Means moderates. With so many options on both sides of the ball, we’re splitting things up and doing just the starting 11 on offense. This should tell you something about the 2024 Buckeyes with spring football winding down, it should help get you ready for Saturday, plus drafts are always fun. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's gearing up for its 2024 Spring Game, and there are several important players visiting campus. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis take a look at the visitor list for the final practice of the spring session. The two discuss who Andrew thinks are the most important or most interesting people expected to. be in Columbus and why. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss Ohio State football's linebackers, safeties and running backs. They discuss the possibility of rotating four or five linebackers during the season and the challenges of finding the right combination of players. They also talk about the transition of Caleb Downs to Ohio State and his commitment to staying with the team. The conversation highlights the importance of building depth at safety and mentions several players who could contribute to that position. Plus what the running backs think of new coach Carlos Locklynn on his first day and offensive lineman Joshua Simmons going through his first full offseason at OSU. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State football's 2025 recruiting class is off to a strong start, with 11 commits, including seven top 100 players. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the latest commitments in four-star defensive lineman Lononn Merrit, four-star linebacker TJ Alford, four-star wide receiver De’zie Jones and four-star safety DeShawn Stewart. They also discuss recent three-star safety Cody Haddad’s decommitment from Wisconsin and what that could mean for OSU. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the significance of early commitments and the importance of landing big recruits to maintain a strong recruiting class. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State has finally found a replacement for Tony Alford following his departure for Michigan with Carlos Locklyn taking over as the new running backs coach. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Biard and Andrew Gillis explore Locklynn’s background and coaching career, as well as the potential impact he could have on the team. They also delve into the challenges of recruiting running backs in the 2025 class and the importance of maintaining a strong running back room. Additionally, they analyze the projected starting offensive line Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State invited its student body to get a sneak preview of its 2024 football team for spring practice No. 8 and Buckeye Talk is here to tell you what happened. Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis analyze the hierarchy of the quarterbacks, with Devin Brown and Will Howard emerging as the top two contenders. They also discuss the performance of freshman quarterback Julian Sayin and his potential impact in the future. Then they shift their attention to the offensive line, noting that while the defensive line had a strong performance, there were signs of improvement compared to last year. They discuss the potential starting lineup and the importance of cohesion among the offensive linemen. The episode concludes with a hyperbolic conversation about five-star freshman wide receiver Jeremiah Smith before wrapping things up with Stephen’s theory on what the offensive philosophy could be this fall. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State lost its best tight end and one of its top defensive tackles to the NFL Draft. The Buckeyes have candidates to replace both, though this spring will answer a lot of questions. Nathan and Andrew discuss what they heard from tight ends, defensive tackles and defensive ends after Ohio State's seventh practice of the spring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss Ohio State football's 2025 recruiting class. They start by discussing the implications of losing four-star wide receiver Jayvan Boggs and who the other potential targets are. Then they discuss where OSU pivots to next after losing out on its top 2026 quarterback target Jared Curtis who committed to Georgia over the weekend. Then they wrap things up by previewing the decision of four-star linebacker TJ Alford and the Buckeyes’ chances of landing him. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew discuss Ohio State football's tight and defensive line positions. They highlight the different vibes from the defensive line coach and the tight ends coach when discussing their position groups. While one group seems to be confident about its options heading into a 2024 season where OSU could play as many as 17 games, the other is still trying to figure out how to replace the production of a two-year starter, who's off to the NFL. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Nathan Baird discuss the wide receiver room at Ohio State. They compare the current group to the 2022 wide receiver room and highlight the confidence Brian Hartline has in the young players. They also discuss the importance of culture and mental toughness in the wide receiver room. The conversation touches on Bryson Rogers’ decision to return to Ohio State and the potential breakout seasons of Brandon Innis and Carnell Tate. They also discuss the impact of Chip Kelly’s presence on Brian Hartline and his development as a coach. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Nathan Baird discuss the back seven of Ohio State's defense. The discussion highlights the cross-training and position flexibility of players like Sonny Styles and CJ Hicks. The depth and competition in the linebacker room are explored, as well as the handling of expectations and the development of CJ Hicks. The conversation also delves into the competition between cornerbacks and wide receivers, and the impact of Jim Knowles’ defensive scheme and the talent at Ohio State. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's 2024 Pro Day for the NFL Draft featured a smaller list of participants than most would've expected a year ago, with Marvin Harrison Jr. choosing not to participate in the draft process. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss Harrison's approach and speculate on his potential draft position. They also analyze the quarterbacks' performance at Pro Day even if Will Howard and Devin Brown weren't the players being evaluated by NFL scouts. Plus a conversation about OSU's star defensive ends and which one could end up going higher in the 2025 NFL Draft. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird, and Andrew Gillis discuss Ryan Day’s first interview since Tony Alford’s departure as Ohio State’s running backs coach. They analyze Day’s demeanor and approach to the situation, emphasizing the need to move forward and focus on finding a replacement. The conversation also delves into the importance of recruiting and player development for the running back position. The hosts speculate on the timeline for hiring a new coach and discuss potential candidates. They also provide updates on the offensive line battle and the depth at the tight end position. The episode concludes with a discussion on Day’s special teams discussion with a former Ohio State coach. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake Diebler was hired as the Ohio State basketball team’s head coach after closing out the season in an interim role On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Nathan Baird discuss incoming athletic director Ross Bjork’s decision to hire Diebeler and how it impacts the program’s future. They also discuss whether Bjork’s decision was the best possible choice and if the way he came to this decision tells us anything about how he would handle having to one day hire a new football coach. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss adding players to the Ohio State football's roster. The trio analyzes the potential impact of these additions and discusses the current roster's strengths and weaknesses. They each select one player from outside the roster to add to the team on both offense and defense. The offensive selections include an offensive lineman, a tight end, and a quarterback. While the defensive sections include two defensive linemen and a linebacker. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ohio State basketball team is in the middle of turning around its season after firing Chris Holtmann with interim coach Jake Diebler leading the way. That means it's time for a rants pod here on Buckeye Talk. On this episode, Stephen Means takes some thoughts from Subtext subscribers to talk about the most pressing issues around OSU's hoops team. He also takes a look at what it might take for a team that's suddenly built momentum to sneak its way into the NCAA Tournament. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michigan's hiring of Tony Alford as their run game coordinator and running back coach has caused a stir in the Ohio State football realm. Alford's departure from Ohio State after nine years was unexpected, especially during spring practice. While it is not unprecedented for coaches to leave for rival teams, the timing and the personal impact on the players make it significant. The departure raises questions about the future of Ohio State's running back room and the need for a replacement. Ryan Day has options for finding a new running back coach, and the decision-making process will be crucial. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew discuss the most important states for Ohio State in terms of recruiting. They start by talking about the changing landscape of college football and the criteria they used to create the list. They then count down the top five states. They discuss the impact of the expanding playoff and the national nature of college football on recruiting strategies. Finally, they touch on the potential impact of West Coast schools entering the Big Ten. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The conversation focuses on the quarterback situations in the Big Ten, particularly at Ohio State, Oregon, Penn State, and USC. It is noted that many teams in the conference have new starting quarterbacks, and the discussion revolves around the potential impact of these quarterbacks on their respective teams. The conversation also touches on the importance of quarterback play in relation to the overall talent on the roster and the strength of the defense. Overall, the discussion highlights the uncertainty and potential for change in the quarterback landscape in the Big Ten. The conversation focuses on evaluating the quarterbacks in the Big Ten conference and the uncertainty surrounding some teams. The discussion covers the performances and potential of quarterbacks like Drew Allar at Penn State, Dylan Raiola at Nebraska, and the quarterback situation at Michigan. The conversation also explores the changing landscape of college football and the potential impact on quarterback recruiting in the Big Ten. Overall, the middle class of quarterbacks in the conference has improved, narrowing the gap between Ohio State and the rest of the teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, the hosts discuss updates on various Ohio State football players, including Lathan Ransom's injury and recovery. They also delve into the relationship between the cornerback and wide receiver rooms, highlighting the competitiveness and growth of the cornerback group. The conversation then shifts to comparing the two position groups and the strength of the cornerback room. The hosts also discuss the development of freshman starters and the expectations surrounding Jeremiah Smith. The conversation revolves around setting expectations for Jeremiah Smith, building depth at defensive tackle, and the mindset of the Ohio State defense. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss Ohio State's spring practice and the performance of the quarterbacks. They also highlight the impact of new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles and his innovative ideas for the defense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis answer questions from Subtext subscribers on Ohio State football. Among the things discussed: Could Sonny Styles and CJ Hicks be on the field as linebackers at the same time? What’s more when putting together a defeensive game plan: matchups or having tour best 11 on the field? Who are Ohio State’s potential team captains for the 2024 season? Which newcomer will lose his black stripe first? If Will Howard has the type of season Bo Nix had for Oregon this past season, will Ohio State win the national championship? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's first day of spring practice focused on the quarterback situation and the defensive changes. Devin Brown showed promise, but Will Howard is expected to be the starting quarterback. Sonny Styles made a position change to linebacker, which seems permanent. The offensive line configuration featured Luke Montgomery at guard, emphasizing athleticism. Chip Kelly's role as quarterbacks coach and his relationship with Ryan Day were discussed. The importance of competitive periods and performance in spring practice was highlighted. The conversation covers various topics related to the Ohio State football team, including the offensive line and run game, the wide receiver position, the physical readiness of young players, and the importance of the quarterback position. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spring football has begun at Ohio State, and the focus is on the quarterback situation. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis preview the start of spring practice based on conversations with OSU's top three quarterbacks and three returning offensive starters. Among the things discussed: The quarterback competition at Ohio State is heating up, with Devin Brown, Lincoln Kienholz and Will Howard all vying for the starting position. Brown is determined to prove himself and is not backing down from the competition, while Keenholz is focused on his long-term development. Howard, a transfer from Kansas State, is expected to be the starting quarterback, but Brown is looking to make it an interesting competition. There is a shift in the dynamics of the quarterback room, with Ryan Day stepping back and Chip Kelly taking on a more prominent role. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of Buckeye Talk is once again split up into two parts, bringing together both Ohio State football's recent history and its present. Things start off with Stephen Means and Nathan Baird talking about the second day of interviews at the NFL Combine featuring Cade Stover and Josh Proctor. Each player had interesting careers, taking the long route to the pros. Stover began his career as a linebacker, moved to defensive end then flirted with linebacker one more time before settling in as a tight end where he became the most productive player at the position potentially ever. Proctor arrived with all the potential in the world in 2018 but various situations turned what could’ve been a three-and-done career into one lasting six years for the safety. Then Andrew Gillis subs in for Nathan as he and Stephen discuss the six most important position battles of the spring. Some of those are quite Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of Buckeye Talk is split up into two parts bringing together both Ohio State football's recent history and its future. Things start off with Stephen Means and Nathan Baird talking about the first day of interviews at the NFL Combine discussing what Steele Chambers, Tommy Eichenberg and Michael Hall Jr. had to say. Each looks back at their time as Buckeyes with Hall revealing why it was a no-brainer for him to join Marvin Harrison Jr. as the only third-year players not to return in 2024. Chambers and Eichenberg discuss the future of the OSU linebacker room led by James Laurinaitis. Then Andrew Gillis subs in for Nathan and he and Stephen take their first crack at projecting OSU's 2025 recruiting class leading to an interesting discussion. This first of three projections over the next nine months features one of the highest-rated classes of the Ryan Day era but comes with a few surprises. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the latest updates in Ohio State recruiting focusing on its efforts in the Maryland and Washington DC area. The conversation centers around five-star safety Faheem Delane whom Andrew went to see last week to get an update on his status. They discuss how the recent coaching changes may have impacted his recruitment and what a potential timeline for a decision looks like.  The two also discuss four-star cornerback commit Blake Woodby plus a few other potential targets in the region. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss Ohio State’s eight players invited to the NFL Combine. Among the things talked about Marvin Harrison Jr.’s decision not to participate in drills in Indianapolis and how that impacts — or doesn’t impact — his draft status. Who are the most interesting Buckeys other than Harrison this week? Which Ohio State player can turn some heads in Indianapolis? Michigan got 18 invites to the combine this year. Can OSU surpass that in 2025? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis rank Ohio State football's top 15 players based on their ability to do their job. This isn't a discussion about talent, upside or any of the other typical ways to figure out who the Buckeyes' best players are. This is simply about what the tape tells us. In doing so it reveals a stark detail about this team heading into 2024 and a conclusion of what needs to happen for OSU to compete for a national title. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis answer questions from the Subtext subscribers. Among the questions discussed: Could Sonny Styles be a positionless player for Ohio State's 2024 defense? Who can make the most of the NFL Combine? How many points will the Buckeyes give up in the first four weeks of the season? What we need to see from OSU’s offense this spring. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this Thursday episode of BUckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis look ahead to the start of Ohio State spring football practice. To do that, they are drafting the nine Buckeyes that intrigue them the most for spring, from early-enrolled freshmen, to veterans battling for jobs, to players who might be ready to take a step toward stardom. There will be a lot of OSU coverage from the NFL Combine next week, but spring practice will start before you know it. So let’s get ready now. Thanks for listening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this conversation, Andrew Gillis and Stephen Means discuss the recent coaching changes at Ohio State. They focus on the introduction of James Laurinaitis as the linebackers coach and Matt Guerrieri as the safeties coach. They explore Laurinaitis' process of transitioning from a graduate assistant to a full-time coach and the expectations for CJ Hicks in the linebacker room. They also discuss Guerrieri's reunion with Jim Knowles and the familiarity he brings to the safety room. Plus a conversation on where Sonny Styles could end up between linebacker and safety. Also, they do this while switching up the dynamic with Andrew hosting since technically Stephen was the only one there. Thanks for listening to Buckeye talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A college football video game is headed back into stores for the first time in over a decade with different football programs getting in on the promotion. In the wake of the news, Ohio State football was among the numerous teams to create a concept for the game's cover featuring elite players from the last decade. That sparked this episode of Buckeye Talk where Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss which OSU players could've made a case for being on the cover at any point since the game's last edition in 2013. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Day has finally finished off Ohio State football's 2024 coaching staff by promoting James Laurinaitis from graduate assistant to full-time assistant coach. Doing so gives the former three-time All-American full reign over the linebacker position just a year after returning to the program. Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss what that means for the Buckeyes going forward. Then the trio gets into the meat of what this episode of Buckeye Talk is all about. OSU has a roster made to win the first national title of the Ryan Day era. But what are the biggest obstacles both within and outside the program that could prevent it from doing so? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis answer questions from the Subtext subscribers. Among the questions discussed: The 5+7 model for the college football playoff is being discussed and there is a vote scheduled to approve it. What sporting events they would cover if they could go back in time. Ranking the best running backs in Ohio State history. Who will be the offensive and defensive MVPs in 2024? Who's the fasted Buckeye? The art of asking questions during press conferences. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is moving on from Chris Holtmann as its basketball coach opting to fire him despite having four years still left on a contract extension signed in 2022. Despite the remaining years, the decision doesn’t come as a surprise as the Buckeyes are in the midst of yet another disappointing season that looks destined for them to end on the outside of the NCAA Tournament. Ripping off the band-aid now starts the process of current athletic director Gene Smith and incoming athletic director Ross Bjork finding his replacement. On this emergency episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Nathan Baird break down this decision and what it means for OSU basketball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State continues to put together its 2025 recruiting class which ranks fourth nationally with eight commits including two from five-star recruits, On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis explore five of the most important targets left on the board and what landing them would say about the program. They also have a quick conversation about new offensive coordinator Chip Kelly and his potential impact on OSU's quarterback recruiting efforts. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Day pivoted to Chip Kelly as Ohio State's offensive coordinator after losing Bill O'Brien and he might have found the perfect fit. The Buckeyes' offensive personnel features plenty of players Kelly has been known to maximize in the past across multiple places in college football. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis explore the impact of Kelly as Ohio State's offensive coordinator and the potential changes to the run game. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Day worked quickly to find a replacement for Bill O'Brien when Ohio State's new offensive coordinator left for Boston College three weeks after getting the job. The abrupt change provided a chance for Day to come full circle in his coaching career as he is expected to bring in Chip Kelly from UCLA. The two have a long-standing relationship with Kelly being Day's offensive coordinator at New Hampshire, then hiring him onto his staff at multiple stops. Now Day's former mentor is expected to head to Columbus to take over the offense at a time when Day feels it's necessary to step away from playcalling. Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis take a look at the new hire and its impact on Ohio State. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Day hired Bill O'Brien to run Ohio State football's offense and now O'Brien is walking away just a month after getting to Columbus. Choosing to hand the offense over to someone else was a significant step in Day's growth as a head coach. He admitted it wasn't something he wanted to do, but would have to do for the sake of the program. He thought he'd found the perfect person to hand things off to in O'Brien. But now he'll have to find a Plan B. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss the impact of O'Brien's departure and where OSU turns to news to find an offensive coordinator. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before the 2020 season the Buckeye Talk crew took the time to map out the college football landscape and where Ohio State fit into it. Doing so led to a deep discussion about the tiers of the sport in deciding which teams have realistic championship expectations, who could never dream of having those and everyone else in between. A lot has changed since then (even the makeup of the Buckeye Talk pod). All of that change made this the perfect time to update that list as the sport heads into a 12-team College Football Playoff and two conferences have started bringing many of the sports national powers. Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis look at all 69 Power Five programs in the 'Tiers Pod 2.0' as the sport heads into a new era. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Wednesday press conference was supposed to be Ryan Day's first chance of 2024 to talk about all of the good things happening around the Ohio State football program over the past month or so. Instead thanks to a recent job opening at Boston College, it turned into a day filled with questions on whether Day would have to go out and make a decision about the future of his program that he already wasn't completely excited to do. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Nathan Baird discuss Bill O'Brien being potential departure just weeks after being hired as OSU's offensive coordinator. They also talk about why Day chose that now was the perfect time to give up playcalling, a position battle on the right side of the offensive line and what the quarterback battle could look like. Then Stephen and Andrew Gillis talk about Dominic Kirks as the only player in the Buckeyes' 2024 recruiting class who was still unsigned heading into this week. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Day is entering his sixth season as Ohio State football's head coach and his coaching staff has seen a ton of turnover through the years. He's still relatively young in terms of head coaching experience but these years have shown how Day likes to go about building a staff and where his philosophy is potentially evolving. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis look at Day's hiring practices and what it says about his ability to do that part of the head coaching job. The discussion highlights the difference in building his offensive and defensive staff in a mix of successful and unsuccessful hires, with some coaches being retained and others being promoted from within. The offensive coaching staff has seen more stability, while the defensive coaching staff has experienced more turnover. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis answer questions from the Subtext subscribers. Among the questions discussed: How should Ohio State deploy a coaching staff in a world where you're allowed to have 15 people? Which freshman quarterback is a better fit for the Buckeyes' offense; What it takes to be a good recruiter and why Tim Walton and Brian Hartline have been so successful; How the Buckeyes' 2024 defense stacks up against Georgia's unit in 2021; Why Signing Day still matters. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

College football is in this weird place right now where a lot is going on and all of it is happening on top of each other. It's what happens when you try to combine a multi-billion dollar sport with the traditional standards of academia. It needs to be fixed and in this hypothetical scenario, Buckeye Talk has been tasked with fixing it. Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis try to fix the sport by each giving the three things they'd change if they were put in charge of college football. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Big Ten is expanding to 18 teams which means 17 teams are standing in the way of Ohio State's goals of winning the conference in 2024. As a way to figure out the conference’s new hierarchy, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis use this Friday episode of Buckeye Talk to discuss the new-look conference in a way inspired by a question from one of out Subtext subscribers: ‘Can we get a big ten power rankings but explained in terms of fast food?’ This episode gets a little weird but in the best way possible. It’s a pod about football, in a nonsensical fashion, which has always been at the heart of what Buckeye Talk is supposed to be. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the most important things Ohio State needs to do on the recruiting trail for its 2025 class. Among those topics is a conversation about the defensive line and offensive line recruiting. Plus a discussion on the health of OSU's NIL situation and how the 2024 roster provides proof of that. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Buckeye Talk, the hosts discuss the recent interviews with new Ohio State players. Among the things Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss Why Will Howard’s role as a runner at Ohio State may be different from his time at Kansas State, as he emphasized his development as a pocket passer; Why Quinshon Judkins chose Ohio State and pairing with TreVeyon Henderson in the backfield; Seth McLaughlin on his snapping issues last season and the coaching staff’s plan to address them; What influenced Caleb Downs’ decision to transfer to Ohio State after leaving Alabama and; How Howard handled his first public appearance as an Ohio State quarterback. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Winter works are in full swing as Ohio State prepares for the 2024 football season. The Buckeyes are bringing back a ton of talent on offense and defense while also making some key additions in the transfer portal. But the offseason is just as much about young guys looking to turn heads in a way that eventually turns into something on the field. On this Tuesday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis take a look at some of those players. This isn’t a conversation about the already-established stars of the team. But instead one about a few players that can use this winter and spring to gain something important. Whether it pays off in 2024, or in laters seasons. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's 2025 recruiting class has been busy in recent weeks as it starts to rack up the commitments. But many of those lately have come on defense which has been a positive change of pace. Now it seems the offense is getting in on the actions with a commitment from fou-star offensive lineman Carter Lowe. On this Monday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss what Lowe brings to the class plus a bevy of other happenings in the recruiting world for OSU. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State failed to live up to the standard that had been set in the Ryan Day era offensively even with what Marvin Harrison Jr. achieved. That resulted in making a few changes at key positions mixed with a few returns from guys who probably came into the season expecting it to be their last. That combination makes for an interesting offseason featuring a few position battles and a few more interesting questions across the board. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis project the offensive starters. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is bringing back practically every major piece from one of the nation's best defenses while also bringing in a major addition by way of the transfer portal. As the Buckeyes head into winter workouts and prepare for the 2024 season, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis use this episode to dive into what things may look like. That starts by looking into Nathan's projected depth chart and using it to have a deeper conversation about a unit that might give defensive coordinator Jim Knowles more options than he's ever had. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim Harbaugh was hired in 2015 to fix Michigan and flip the Ohio State-Michigan rivalry back in the Wolverine’s favor and now he’s gone nine years later able to say the mission was successful. Harbaugh leaves Ann Arbor with an 86–25 record (60–17 Big Ten), three conference titles, a 3-5 record against the Buckeyes and a national title. But those championships and rivalry wins all happened over the past three years just as the program was starting to hit its stride. Now he’s gone and that can be viewed as both positive and negative for OSU. On this emergency episode of Buckey Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss Harbaugh’s decision and what it means for Ohio State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of Buckeye Talk provides a chance for a rapid-fire pod as Ohio State continues to work through the early stages of the offseason. Among the questions from Subtext subscribers discussed: Who's a former player we drove the bus for early and were right? Could Alabama suffer the same fate as other former dynasties following Nick Saban's retirement? Did Ohio State fail C.J. Stroud? How many OSU players will have a rating of at least 90 when the new college football video game comes out this summer? What will the pod look like as we head into the offseason? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State enters a 2024 spring with five quarterbacks on its roster in what will be the most interesting offseason the position's seen under Ryan Day. On this Tuesday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis try to make sense of what things could look like. The conversation covers everything from what they think the hierarchy will be on Day 1, what the rep distribution could look like and the potential outcomes of trying to manage a room with five different personalities. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State continues to put together an impressive offseason while setting up the most interesting quarterback situation in the country. The Buckeyes had already pulled in Kansas State's Will Howard as a transfer to join a room-returning Devin Brown and Lincoln Kienholz while also singing five-star Air Noland. Now Noland won't be the only five-star freshman joining the room this spring as OSU has added Julian Sayin as well. Saying started his career at Alabama but Nick Saban's retirement opened the door for the nation's top quarterback to explore his options. Now he'll join safety Caleb Downs and center Seth McLaughlin as Crimson Tide players that have transferred to OSU. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss the impact of this move and what it can mean for the future of the position at Ohio State. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State just landed the best available player in the transfer portal and added him to a defense that was already trending toward being historical. The fight for Caleb once he left Alabama following Nick Saban's retirement came down to the Buckeyes and Georgia and heading into the end of the week it felt like the Bulldogs were in the lead. But then a few OSU coaches took a trip down to his home in Georgia to see the former five-star safety and did just enough to keep that from happening. Now a player it once finished second for on the recruiting trail, is finally calling Columbus his home. On this emergency episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss the impact of Caleb Downs' decision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's 2025 recruiting class currently sits fifth nationally with most of that weight being carried by its defense. That’s a much different place than we’ve grown accustomed to seeing in Columbus under Ryan Day where it’s typically taken some time for defensive recruits to jump aboard while the offense thrives. But coming off a year where OSU had arguably the nation’s top defense, it now has proof of what it can be when talking to the nation’s top recruits. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the early success on the recruiting trail. Plus, a discussion on Alabama transfers Caleb Downs and Kadyn Proctor and the potential value each would bring to the Buckeyes if they were to come. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Day is entering a new phase of his career as Ohio State football's head coach as he's chosen to give up play-calling duties after five seasons. Day has decided to bring in Bill O'Brien as OSU's new offensive coordinator with all the responsibilities that come with that job title. That includes play-calling, overseeing the offensive gameplan and running the quarterback room. This is one of the most pivotal decisions Day has made during his tenure and on this emergency episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis break down why. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's new athletic director Ross Bjork spoke publicly for the first time following his hiring and left quite an impression. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis gives their reactions to Bjork, OSU president Ted Carteer and the direction the athletic department could be headed in under their new leadership. Are the Buckeyes preparing for a more aggressive approach to attacking a constantly changing landscape of college sports? PLus, what does Bjorj thing of football head coach Ryan Day? That and more on this latest episode. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A ton has happened since Ohio State's season essentially ended following a 30-24 loss to Michigan. Some of it has been positive, some of it negative and some of it indifferent. But it all has an impact on where OSU could be headed in 2024 as it hopes to end its losing streak to the Wolverines and end ten Big Ten title drought. It'll do so while also entering a new era of college football with the 12-team playoff. On this Tuesday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss all of those things and which ones are the most important to Ohio State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State finished its season with an 11-2 record and a loss to Michigan for the third straight year while also failing to make the College Football Playoff for the second time of the Ryan Day era. The disappointing finish sent the Buckeyes into the offseason with a different vibe understanding that numerous changes needed to be on the horizon. On this Monday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis revisit their Mark It Down Monday statistical leaders prediction episode from last summer. Once again injuries got in the way of some predictions while others were done so by pleasant surprises on both offense and defense. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another Friday episode of Buckeye Talk provides a chance for a rapid-fire pod as Ohio State continues to work through the early stages of the offseason. Among the questions from Subtext subscribers discussed: Could Nick Saban's retirement be a good thing for Ohio State? Would Alabama and Ryan Day hypothetically make a good fit? Would Dan Lanning be a bigger threat staying at Oregon or if he would've replaced Saban at Alabama? A preview of a future conversation about the updated tiers of college football. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Day has made his second and third alterations to Ohio State's coaching staff in what could be a major makeover to the 10-man group. After choosing not to retain Perry Eliano as safeties coach, Day has brought Matt Guerrieri who originally followed Jim Knowles to Columbus as a graduate assistant in 2022 before leaving to help coordinate Indiana's defense in 2023. Now he returns as a full-time assistant coach. Plus Parker Fleming has officially been fired after another lackluster year from the special teams. After that, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis look at an offensive coaching staff that might be on the verge of its first major overhaul of the Day era. A pivotal change may be brewing and it says something about Day's growth as a head coach. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is now living in a world where its rival Michigan is the reigning national champion. On this Wednesday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis explore that reality and its impact on the program. But the question going forward is whether this harsh truth will be short-lived as the Wolverines enter a potentially pivotal offseason of their own. Ryan Day is busy trying to find the right mixture of coaches while putting together a roster capable of ending a three-game losing streak in The Game. Michigan is just trying to figure out what its next steps are as it could lose its coach and a large portion of its most important players while still possibly waiting for further punishment for a sign-stealing scandal that was revealed during the season. That plus a conversation about OSU’s later transfer running back Quinshon Judkins, who announced his commitment just minutes after the National Championship Game concluded. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Day is expected to make significant changes to his coaching staff following Ohio State football third straight Michigan loss and the first one has been revealed. Day has decided not to retain safeties coach Perry Eliano whose contract expires after the 2023 season. This is expected to be the first of a few moves. While Day continues to figure out his 2024 staff, his 2024 roster is also still coming together as a few more players decided to return putting off the NFL for another year. Plus, Could the Buckeyes be in the market for a running back who spent the last two seasons running for 1,000-plus yards in the SEC? On this Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss all of that. Thanks for listening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State has added a fourth quarterback to its 2024 roster in Will Howard by way of the transfer portal. Howard spent the first four years of his career at Kansas State as a multi-season starter completing 58.8% of his passes for 5,786 yards and 48 touchdowns. He led the Wildcats to a Big 12 championship in 2022 and is coming off his best statistical season in 2023. Now he’ll join a room in Columbus where the future was in question as the player now considered the front-runner to be the starter. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis look at the transfer quarterback from every angle. They’ll evaluate his career at Kansas State through the lens of some of his best games then discuss how he fits into Ohio State’s offense and what things could look like with him under center. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The calendar year has turned and the Ohio State football program has shifted its focus toward preparing for the 2024 season. The defense took significant strides in 2023 and could be in a prime position to build on that success going forward depending on the decision of a handful of players eligible for the NFL Draft On this Thursday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss what that unit could look like in 2024. The trio go through all 11 spots and decide whether they think the potential starter is already on the roster or could be eventually occupied by someone OSU gets from the transfer portal. Thank you for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the second time in the Ryan Day era, Ohio State has brought in a quarterback from the transfer portal with the idea that he could one day be its starter. Day's first transfer quarterback was Justin Fields from Georgia in 2019, now he's brought in Will Howard from Kansas State to join a battle that will include Devin Brown, Lincoln Kienholz and five-star freshman Air Noland. On this emergency episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis break down the addition of Howard and how it impacts OSU's quarterback room. Plus a look at Day and what a decision like this could be signaling in how Day is approaching a vital offseason. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The calendar year has turned and Ohio State has shifted its focus toward preparing for the 2024 season. Offensively that could mean spending the next five months making drastic improvements to a unit that didn't play up to standard for the first time under Ryan Day. On this Thursday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss what personnel changes could be coming because of that reality. The trio go through all 11 spots and decide whether they think the potential starter for that spot is already on the roster or could be eventually occupied by someone OSU gets from the transfer portal. Thank you for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're almost a week removed from Ohio State ending its season with a loss to Missouri in the Cotton Bowl while its rival Michigan is preparing to play in a National Championship Game against Washington, which also joins the Big Ten next year. It's a new world to live in where a fan base isn't completely confident in what the future will look like heading into Year 6 under Ryan Day. On this Wednesday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis provide a space for the Subtext subscriber to express how they feel about the future of the program using four distinct questions: How do you feel about the direction of Ohio State under Ryan Day? How do you feel about Ohio State's chances of winning an expanded Big Ten next season? Watching Michigan and Washington play for a national title next week makes me feel What should Ohio State's bare minimum College Football Playoff performance be going forward? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A lot has happened since Ohio State closed out its season with a 14-3 loss to Missouri in the Cotton Bowl. On this Tuesday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gilliss are here to break it all down. Among the topics discussed: How Michael Hall Jr. declaring for the NFL Draft impacts OSU; Expectations for Ohio tight end transfer Will Kacmarek; Looking at the losses of Bryson Rodgers and Noah Rogers to the transfer portal and the state of the wide receiver room; Who will replace Jesse Mirco after the punter entered the transfer portal and; Reacting to Michigan and Washington reaching the National Championship Game and what it means for Ohio State’s standing as it enters Big Ten expansion and a 12-team College Football Playoff in 2024. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is ending its season with an 11-2 record for the third-straight season and a second-straight year. It’s also the second straight season where the Buckeyes head into the offseason coming off back-to-back losses one being to your rival and the other an SEC school. Only this time a 14-3 loss to Missouri may sting a little bit more given what they now must head not the offseason dealing with. On this postgame episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis react to the loss and where OSU goes from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State will close out the 2023 season with a game against Missouri in what will be the third time in the past four years that its final game will be against an SEC opponent. Only this time that game won't come in the College Football Playoff instead as just the second time of the Ryan Day era. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis give their final thoughts on the Cotton Bowl by discussing two big-picture targets: What can this game mean for Devin Brown and OSU’s quarterback situation? How does a win or a loss impact a program looking for reasons to have optimism? Then Tyler Shoemaker joins the pod as usual to provide some of the best bets of the Cotton Bowl and a few other games left to be played this bowl season. Then Nathan and Andrew rejoin Stephen as the trio gives their game picks. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is in Dallas, Texas, preparing to face Missouri in the Cotton Bowl to close out the regular season and revealed it’ll have two important members of its offense. Treveyon Henderson and Cade Stover state that both will play on Friday. For Stover, it’s a chance to end a college career that began as a linebacker, then a defensive end before settling in at tight end where he became a John Mackey Award finalist. For Henderson, all that remains it figuring out what he will do after the game as another member of a 2021 recruiting class that has a decision to make after the season on whether he will head off for the NFL or be back in 2024. After that, OSU offensive coordinator Brian spoke with the media along with a handful of defensive players. On this Tuesday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss what Nathan saw and heard in Dallas. Thank you for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is in Dallas, Texas, preparing to face Missouri in the Cotton Bowl to close out the regular season and may be without an important member of its offense. A small portion of the Buckeyes' Tuesday practice was open to the media revealing that Marvin Harrison Jr., though in attendance is not actually participating in practicing hinting that his college career may be over. So far, he is the only Buckeye expected to opt out of the New Year's Six bowl game. After that, OSU defensive coordinator Jim Knowles spoke with the media along wth a handful of defensive players. On this Tuesday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss what Nathan saw and heard on down in Dallas heading into Friday. Thank you for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Day revealed his criteria when evaluating the jobs of Ohio State's coaching staff every year. His evaluation comes down to how each assistant coach performs in three distinct categories/ Recruiting: “That’s the No. 1 thing. You’ve gotta recruit your position. You’re the head coach of your position. You’ve gotta make sure that room is strong year in and year out. We have a certain amount of depth at each position and then it’s your job to make sure that you have the best room in the country.” Development: “How they perform on the field. What type of production are you getting out of your unit? A big part of that is the development. If you recruit really well and then you’re developing your players are usually going to get production.” Scheme: “What do you bring schematically to the field? Are you putting your guys in a situation to be successful?” Day is heading into a pivotal offseason in terms of how his staff is structured following a third-straight loss to Michigan. There will — or at least shout be —difficult conversations had. On this Saturday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis use Day’s criteria to do their own evaluations on the staff giving each member a grade. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Signing Day in the review, Ohio State shifts practically all of its focus on its matchup against Missouri in the Cotton Bowl to close out the 2023 season. That game provides a chance to give an otherwise disappointing season a more positive ending. It’s also a chance to build momentum for 2024 plus the various other reasons why this game is so important. It’s why even a New Year’s Six bowl game that’s not part of the College Football Playoff can still have a ton of intrigue. A few players have something to gain from the Dec. 29 game in Dallas, Texas. On this Friday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis take a look at who some of those players may be and what makes this game so important to both them and the program. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State signed the nation's No.4 recruiting class nationally on a Signing Day that was anything but easygoing. Ryan Day took the podium on Wednesday afternoon still unsure about arguably his two most important commits and the world got to see in real time how emotional getting good news can be. On this Thursday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis recap Signing Day for the 2024 recruiting class looking at where OSU succeeded and potentially came up short. Plus a conversation about whether the class has a quarterback capable of starting as a true freshman. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Signing Day has arrived as Ohio State looks to put the finishing touches on a 2024 recruiting class that sits second nationally. Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis will join the rest of the beat in speaking with head coach Ryan Day later this afternoon. Still, in the meantime, the trio uses a Wednesday Buckeye talk to answer a few questions from the Subtext subscribers: Do stars still matter? Is the recruiting tracking industry dead? What's the deal with Ohio State's NIL situation? Who's planning to enroll early? Plus much more including a little Christmas talk. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is on pace to sign the nation’s No. 2 recruiting class with a 2024 group that features 23 commits and five of them being five-star recruits. Ryan Day will finally talk about that group publicly on Wednesday once they sign their Letters of Intent. On this Monday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis will look at the nine defensive players in the class and how they fit into the roster as a way to preview Signing Day. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is on pace to sign the nation's No. 2 recruiting class with a 2024 group that features 23 commits and five of them being five-star recruits. Ryan Day will finally talk about that group publicly on Wednesday once they sign their Letters of Intent. On this Monday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis will look at the 13 offensive players in the class and how they fit into the roster as a way to preview Signing Day. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State will close out its 2023 season by playing Missouri in the Cotton Bowl hoping to get something positive out of a year where it failed to make the College Football Playoff. But it’ll have to do so against an opponent it doesn’t have a strong history against with this being just the 12th meeting between the two schools and the first since 1998. Basically, these two sides don’t know a ton about each other. On this Friday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis break down the Tigers’ defense and how they may try to stop OSU. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State will close out its 2023 season by playing Missouri in the Cotton Bowl hoping to get something positive out of a year where it failed to make the College Football Playoff. But it’ll have to do so against an opponent it doesn’t have a strong history against with this being just the 12th meeting between the two schools and the first since 1998. Basically, these two sides don’t know a ton about each other. On this Thursday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis break down the Tigers’ offense and how they may try to attack OSU. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is getting a big boost in the Cotton Bowl as some important players have decided that their college careers aren't over quite yet. Multiple third-year players most thought would be off to the NFL after this season aren't ready to announce whether that will still be the case. On this Wednesday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis react to what Denzel Burke, Emeka Egbuka, Jordan Hancock, Donovan Jackson, Jack Sawyer and Tyleik Williams had to say about their status and the idea that maybe all of them could be back next season. Plus a discussion about Devin Brown getting his chance to finally get his first start at quarterback. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transfer portal season continues around college football with more names seemingly going into it every day and Ohio State has seen its fair share as well. But instead of focusing on who's leaving, on this Tuesday episode of Buckeye Talk, we focus on who should be coming. OSU has some holes to fill this offseason and will need to be even more active in the transfer portal than in years before. Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis take a look at Ohio State's roster and what positions are in need of portal help the most. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Monday episode of Buckeye Talk is brought to you solely on behalf of the Subtexter community askiing questions. Among the topics discussed by Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis: Who's still in Ohio State's running back room after a week of departures? Was Kyle McCord's decision to transfer an overreaction on either side? What matters more to Ryan Day's QB reputation between C.J. Stroud's NFL success and McCord's college shortcomings Plus plenty more including what we thought were our favorite movies for 2023. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is entering its third quarterback battle of the Ryan Day era following the departure of Kyle McCord and two players are getting an early start. Once again the battle features a third-year player looking to finally win the job and a second-year player getting his first shot at doing so. But is the scenario the exact same for Lincoln Kienholz as a player who's always been on a different development plan than we're used to seeing? On this Friday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis look at the Kienholz what this offseason may look like. Can he do the impossible by somehow going from fourth in the pecking or to being at the head of the room? Or does the drastic change not impact his timeline at at? After that lengthy discussion, a special guest joins the pod. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle McCord's departure has once again created a situation where Ohio State is once again looking for a starting quarterback in what will be the third battle of the Ryan Day era. For two players, that battle started the moment McCord went into the transfer portal as they'll use the Cotton Bowl to start making a case to be the guy to replace him. For Devin Brown, that means going through a second-straight offseason where he's involved the battle though this time he'll do so as the oldest player in the room. At least with how things stand right now. On this Thursday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis look at the third-year quarterback from every angle starting with his recruitment and finishing with a discussion of why this is a significant offseason for him and the program. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State has started its preparation for its matchup with Missouri in the Cotton Bowl, but the focus seems to be on everything but for those outside of the program. Whether it's the barrage of transfers leaving the program with the season essentially over, the need to still land some important piece on the recruiting trail with Signing Day approach or major subjects like NCAA preside Charlie Baker introducing proposals that could mean fundamental changes to the structure of Divison I sports. On this Wednesday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis get into all of those things. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle McCord spent one season as Ohio State's starting quarterback and now he's decided to enter the transfer portal. The former five-star quarterback was once the first offensive player to commit to the Buckeyes with Ryan Day as their head coach spending his first two years in the program as C.J. Stroud's backup. Then he took over the starting role in 2023 leading them to an 11-1 record with the one loss being to Michigan. Overall he's 12-1 as a starting also stepping in for an injured Stroud in 2021 against Akron. McCord is only the latest transfer for OSU, but he's also its most prominent as his departure leaves even more questions for Day to answer about a program that is sitting outside of the College Football Playoff. Is the guy who will replace McCord already on the roster, an incoming freshman or will there be a need to bring in a transfer as Ohio State goes through yet another quarterback battle this offseason? On this emergency episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss all of that and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Day spoke for the first time since Ohio State's third-straight loss to Michigan as he reacted to his team being selected to face Missouri in the Cotton Bowl. That matchup with the Tigers was far from the most important topic of discussion. Day instead discusses the state of his quarterback room, how OSU may handle a bowl prep where his team could look very different on Dec. 29, potential staff turnover, the transfer portal and much more. On this Monday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis break down everything Day had to say. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State no longer controls its own postseason destiny, but that doesn't mean it can't still make the College Football Playoff. As they did last season, the Buckeyes have positioned themselves to potentially make the postseason as a one-loss non-conference champion if a few dominoes fall in their favor this weekend. After revealing which OSU offense players earned All-Big Ten honors, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis map out that path. A year ago it only needed one thing to happen. But this time it'll need help from various teams whether that be in the form of a few higher seeds taking care of business or a few lower causing a few upsets. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Ohio State continues to wait to find out if it has any chance of making the College Football Playoff, its fan base awaits in limbo alongside it. After revealing which OSU defensive players earned All-Big Ten honors, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis answer more questions from Texters in a rapid-fire episode of Buckeye Talk. Today's questions include: • How many more times can Ryan Day lose to Michigan before he's on the hot seat? • Which team was better between Ohio State's 2022 and 2023 rosters? • A rant about a Kyle McCord quote being taken out of context Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Ohio State awaits to find out if it has any chance of making the College Football Playoff, its fan base awaits in limbo alongside of it. In the meantime, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis answer questions from Texters in a rapid-fire episode of Buckeye Talk. Today's questions include: • Grading the performances of Ohio State's assistant coachees • Is Kyle McCord the unchallenged starter in 2024 and should he be? • How should the Buckeyes attack the transfer portal this offseason? Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two days after watching Ohio State's 30-24 loss to Michigan, Stephen Means and Nathan Baird sit down to rewatch The Game and go through everything that went wrong. And they literally go through everything as two used a Monday episode of Buckeye Talk to discuss a program that is now dealing with the reality of being on a three-game losing streak to its rival. The first segment deals with Kyle McCord and whether they think his ceiling is high enough to eventually be the quarterback Ohio State needs him to be long-term. But the better question is whether he's capable of ever getting to that ceiling, at least during his time in Columbus as his flaws finally cost Ohio State a game. Following the break they dive into everything Ryan Day. His playcalling, how he's handled the rivalry, his staff decisions and much more on a head coach heading into a career-defining offseason. They wrap things up with some defensive talk and some thoughts on a wide receiver room that didn't quite live up to expectations this season. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State has now lost three straight games to Michigan as it once again watched its season end at the hands of its rival. So where does this program go now? On this postgame episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis react to the Buckeyes' 30-24 loss. That reaction includes a look into the psyche of the fanbase by way of the Texters in how they feel about a program that is now on the wrong side of the rivalry. The trio also look at what this means for the program at large and the rest of the 2023 season give OSU's now-slim chances of making the College Football Playoff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Game has finally arrived in what is yet another matchup between Ohio State and Michigan where both teams are undefeated. Once again, this game will decide who heads to the Big Ten Championship Game next weekend and most likely locks up a spot in the College Football Playoff. It's also the final version of the rivalry game that will ever mean as much as it does this year. Plus some of the off-the-field drama only adds to the magnitude of the moment. On this Friday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis preview The Game from a football perspective. Then Tyler Shoemaker joins the pod as usual to provide some of the best bets of the week both in relation to OSU and around the country. Then Nathan and Andrew rejoin Stephen as the trio gives their game picks. Plus some of the Texters give their best idea for what GameDay signs they would make. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This might be the biggest version of The Game that Ohio State and Michigan have ever been a part of. Part of the reason for that is what is at stake on both sides with a win or a loss. Stephen Means, Nathan Baird, Andrew Gillis and the Texters get into every bit of it on this almost 2.5-hour episode of Buckeye Talk. Ryan Day is trying to avoid losing three straight games to the Wolverines, even if there might one day be an asterisk next to the first two. His first full recruiting class in 2021 is trying to live up to the hype it arrived with while also trying to get their first pair of gold pants finally. Then there’s the Kyle McCord element of this in how much this can impact his legacy as OSU’s latest starting quarterback. This episode is all about being hyperbolic leaving no room for middle ground. It’s a chance to find out where you stand even if you aren’t the most extreme version of that stance. As Ohio State heads into the biggest game it’s played in during the Day era, it’s time to see how a fanbase feels about its head coach and football program. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Numerous members of the Ohio State football program spoke on Tuesday ahead of an all-important game against Michigan. Head coach Ryan Day discusses how the Buckeyes are managing a week filled with a ton of emotions. Defensive coordinator Jim Knowles discussed how much what happened last season is impacting how he’s planning for this season’s game. Then Kyle McCord, Marvin Harrison Jr., Cody Simon, Emeka Egbuka and Denzel Burke gave their thoughts on the rivalry game. Burke was the only person amongst that group to show any level of emotion toward what’s coming on Saturday while everyone else tried their best to keep things vanilla. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis discuss the vibes around the Woody Hayes Athletic Center and much more heading into The Game. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim Harbaugh spoke with the media on Monday to discuss the Ohio State-Michigan game and now it's time to talk about it. Cleveland.com sent its rivalry reporter Jimmy Watkins up to Ann Arbor and afterward, Jimmy joined the rest of the Buckeye Talk crew to discuss the game from Michigan's perspective. That meant determining how healthy the Wolverines are heading into The Game and what the vibe is around a program that is trying to get ready for a rivalry game while also dealing with a scandal. There are numerous reasons why this game matters to the Buckeyes and we will spend all week talking about it. But this might be the end of the line for the Harbaugh era and everything that's led up to it has made it just as significant for that side. In what in many ways feels like the last dance, Jimmy joins Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis to discuss everything that's on the line for Michigan on Saturday. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State closed out the home portion of its 2023 schedule with a 37-3 win over Minnesota and we spent almost no time talking about it. The word 'Minnesota' was sad 10 times on this postgame episode of Buckeye Talk as Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis elected instead to start talking about Michigan and the most important game on the schedule. How big of a deal is it that OSU could be close to full strength heading into Ann Arbor? Is Ohio State peaking at the right time while the Wolverines may be trending in the wrong direction? Which quarterback would you rather have: J.J. McCarthy or Kyle McCord? These are the things the trio used a postgame pod to discuss to jumpstart a week filled with plenty of talking points surrounding the 2023 edition of The Game. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State wraps up the home portion of its schedule with a game against Minnesota which on paper is expected to be as lopsided as last week's win over Michigan State. One team is trying to pull off an upset by potentially catching the other looking ahead to bigger things. The other side is trying to get through the game as seamlessly as possible without any hiccups. Those hiccups are mostly focused on a special teams unit that has made a habit out of making a noticeable mistake that eventually the right team will capitalize on. On this Friday episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis preview The Buckeyes' Week 12 opponent while also discussing what special teams coordinator Parker Fleming had to say about the unit's problems. Then Tyler Shoemaker joins the pod as usual to provide some of the best bets of the week both in relation to OSU and around the country. Then Nathan and Andrew rejoin Stephen as the trio gives their game picks. Finally, before closing things out, the crew takes one last look at the career of Josh Proctor who has been a constant topic of conversation over the past six years. PLus Nathan previews an upcoming story about the most important member of the defense. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices