Daily Buckeye Blitz: Ohio State vs Indiana: Offensive Meltdown Breakdown | Snap Counts, Grades & What Went Wrong
Release Date: 12/08/2025
Daily Buckeye Blitz: Indiana vs Miami CFP Title Game | National Championship Best Bets
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⭐️ Get Your Buckeye Gear ON SALE NOW!!! The College Football Playoff National Championship is here, and we’re breaking down Indiana vs Miami from a betting-first perspective. In this episode, I walk through the game script, explain why Indiana controls this matchup, and detail the best bets and player props I’m personally playing on Kalshi. We cover: Why Indiana’s defense changes the entire game How Fernando Mendoza and Carson Beck match up against elite competition Spread, total, and win-margin bets explained Player props I like and why the numbers matter What the betting...
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Daily Buckeye Blitz: Ohio State Portal Reload: New Buckeyes, New Strategy, What’s Still Missing
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⭐️ Get Your Buckeye Gear ON SALE NOW!!! Ohio State just flipped the roster in a matter of days. In this episode of The Blitz, we break down the Buckeyes’ latest transfer portal haul and what it tells us about Ryan Day’s new roster strategy heading into 2026. We go player by player on the defensive-first reload — including Alabama DT James Smith and EDGE/LB Qua Russaw, Duke safety Terry Moore, Florida State DB Earl Little Jr., and new corner depth addition Cam Calhoun — plus the offense and special teams reinforcements with Florida RB Ja’Kobi Jackson, QB Justyn Martin, TE Hunter...
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Daily Buckeye Blitz: Ohio State’s Offensive Portal Plan: Who the Buckeyes Are Targeting
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⭐️ Get Your Buckeye Gear ON SALE NOW!!! Ohio State is active in the transfer portal again — but this isn’t chaos, panic, or reckless spending. In this episode of The Blitz, we break down who Ohio State Buckeyes is still targeting on offense, why running back and wide receiver remain in play, and why the offensive line is not being overhauled despite late-season struggles. We discuss the return of Bo Jackson, portal targets like Ja’Kobi Jackson and Makhi Frazier, the latest on wide receiver depth, and what all of this reveals about Ryan Day’s evolving roster strategy in the NIL and...
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Daily Buckeye Blitz: Larry Johnson’s Future at Ohio State: Extension, Retirement, or Change Coming?
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⭐️ Get Your Buckeye Gear ON SALE NOW!!! Larry Johnson’s contract at Ohio State expires at the end of January — and that raises real questions about the future of the Buckeyes’ defensive line. In this episode of The Blitz, we break down what comes next for Larry Johnson and the Ohio State Buckeyes. Is an extension likely? Is retirement finally on the table? Or is Ohio State quietly preparing for a transition at one of the most important positions on the roster? We discuss Johnson’s legacy, recent recruiting and development trends, how Matt Patricia’s defensive philosophy factors...
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Daily Buckeye Blitz: What Ohio State WON’T Do in the Transfer Portal And Why It Matters
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⭐️ Get Your Buckeye Gear ON SALE NOW!!! Ohio State fans are watching the transfer portal chaos unfold and asking the same question: why aren’t the Buckeyes just buying everyone? In today’s episode of The Blitz, we break down what Ohio State refuses to do in the transfer portal — and why that restraint is actually a competitive advantage. From refusing to overpay for projection players, to protecting roster development, to managing NIL without letting it poison the locker room, Ryan Day and the Buckeyes are operating with a clear philosophy. We explain: Why Ohio State won’t...
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Daily Buckeye Blitz: Buckeyes Portal Update: Earl Little Jr. Commits, Bo Jackson Returns, Visitor Buzz
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⭐️ Get Your Buckeye Gear ON SALE NOW!!! The transfer portal is in full swing, and Ohio State Buckeyes are right in the middle of the chaos. On this episode of The Blitz, we break down the latest Ohio State transfer portal news, including a full rundown of outgoing Buckeyes, updated 2026 transfer portal additions, and what the newest moves mean for Ryan Day’s roster. We dive deep into the addition of Earl Little Jr., why his versatility and experience are critical for Matt Patricia’s defense, and how he helps stabilize a secondary dealing with major turnover. We also explain why Little...
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Daily Buckeye Blitz: What Ryan Day REALLY Wants in Ohio State’s Next Offensive Coordinator
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⭐️ Get Your Buckeye Gear ON SALE NOW!!! Ohio State’s offensive coordinator search isn’t about panic or reaction — it’s about clarity. In this episode of the Daily Buckeye Blitz, we break down what Ryan Day actually wants in his next offensive coordinator and why the evidence points strongly toward an experienced outside hire rather than an internal promotion. We use insights from national media, Ohio State beat reporters, and recent podcast discussions to outline the non-negotiable traits Ryan Day is prioritizing, including proven play-calling experience, NFL background,...
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Daily Buckeye Blitz: CFP Best Bets: Ole Miss–Miami & Indiana–Oregon | Spread Picks, Matchups & Unders Explained
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⭐️ Get Your Buckeye Gear ON SALE NOW!!! We’re down to the final four in the College Football Playoff, and this year’s semifinals are anything but chalk. In this episode, I break down Ole Miss vs Miami and Indiana vs Oregon from a betting perspective, using matchup data, PFF grades, trench play, and game script — not narratives or brand bias. Best bets covered: Why Ole Miss can lose but still cover against Miami Why the Ole Miss–Miami matchup points toward the UNDER How Indiana already beat Oregon once — and why they can do it again Why the Indiana–Oregon game sets up...
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Daily Buckeye Blitz: Ohio State Transfer Portal Needs: 6 Positions the Buckeyes Must Address for 2026
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⭐️ Get Your Buckeye Gear ON SALE NOW!!! The transfer portal window is officially open, and Ohio State Buckeyes are in full roster-management mode. In this episode of the Daily Buckeye Blitz, we break down Ohio State’s biggest transfer portal needs as the Buckeyes reshape their roster for a 2026 national title run. This isn’t just about adding talent — it’s about balancing NIL money, roster retention, culture, and championship expectations in a portal era with no spring window and zero margin for error. We dive into: Why defensive line help remains priority No. 1 — even after...
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Daily Buckeye Blitz: Ohio State Hires Cortez Hankton: Replacing Brian Hartline, WRU Pressure & What Comes Next
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⭐️ Get Your Buckeye Gear ON SALE NOW!!! Ohio State moves quickly after the Cotton Bowl loss, hiring former LSU and Georgia assistant Cortez Hankton as the new wide receivers coach. In this episode, we break down what the Hankton hire means for Ohio State Buckeyes, how he replaces Brian Hartline at WRU, and why the timing matters with Jeremiah Smith, Julian Sayin, and five star freshman Chris Henry Jr. all converging in 2026. We also address skepticism from SEC fanbases, Hankton’s track record developing NFL wide receivers, recruiting impact, and how this move fits into Ryan Day’s...
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Ohio State’s offense picked the worst night to play its worst game. In today’s episode, we break down the Buckeyes’ 13–10 loss to Indiana with full snap counts, PFF grades, key moments, red-zone failures, offensive line breakdowns, and position-by-position analysis.
Julian Sayin threw for 258 yards and a touchdown, Jeremiah Smith dominated with 144 receiving yards, and Bo Jackson ran hard all night — but the red zone and offensive line doomed the Buckeyes in the Big Ten Championship.
We cover:
• Full snap counts & PFF grades
• Sayin’s performance: good, not enough
• Bo Jackson’s near-breakout night
• WR/Tight end usage & red-zone issues
• Offensive line collapse: 5 sacks allowed
• Why OSU’s playcalling changed late
• The two red-zone drives that lost the game
• Third-down failures that swung the night
If you want the real story behind the loss — beyond the box score — this is the episode.
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