2025 Ohio State football discussion

[Roy Tucker]

For Buckeye and whoever else fans.

[Roy Tucker]

Can I get a mod to change 2035 to 2025?

[Redsfaithful]

Archie helped them out a lot, but this defense might be really good. It didn't really feel to me like Texas could score even when they got down close to the goal line.

[MWM]

If that defense is what we're going to see this year from OSU, I'm not sure who can beat them. They replaced 8 starters and look like they could be even better. Sayin didn't put up the stats, but he was so impressive in his patience and poise. Not sure how else to say it other than he just had that look. He's going to grow into the job I believe. This team has all the potential to be as good as last year's team by the end of the season.

And Caleb Downs should be getting Heisman consideration. He's just on another level.

[goreds2]

The Buckeye 7pm game vs Ohio University on 9/13/25 looks to be a Peacock exclusive.

https://www.espn.com/college-football/team/schedule/_/id/194/season/2025

[RiverRat13]

I'd let Sayin chuck it 25-30 times each of the next four weeks. I was impressed with his accuracy. He just needs the live game reps.

[RedTeamGo!]

If that defense is what we're going to see this year from OSU, I'm not sure who can beat them. They replaced 8 starters and look like they could be even better. Sayin didn't put up the stats, but he was so impressive in his patience and poise. Not sure how else to say it other than he just had that look. He's going to grow into the job I believe. This team has all the potential to be as good as last year's team by the end of the season.

And Caleb Downs should be getting Heisman consideration. He's just on another level.

Downs kinda shows why safeties go unnoticed, unless they are making huge hits.

The opposing offense will have a play where they get 6 yards and Downs will calmly tackle the runner and limit it to that. However, if it was just about any other safety in the country that 6 yard gain against OSU would have been 20+ yards

[bucksfan2]

Downs kinda shows why safeties go unnoticed, unless they are making huge hits.

The opposing offense will have a play where they get 6 yards and Downs will calmly tackle the runner and limit it to that. However, if it was just about any other safety in the country that 6 yard gain against OSU would have been 20+ yards

Downs has this uncanny ability to make the tackle when it needs to be made. He isn't going to make the big splashy play, and is pretty mild mannered for a guy who has been the best safety in college for the past two years. But with him on D, it gives Patricia more flexibility in calling the defense. It also helps that the back 7 is pretty experienced and may be the best in the nation.

[LiferJim]

Glad to see that Buckeyes got some due respect in the polls. Winning their last 5 games, going back to last year is pretty darn impressive, when you look at who they played.

Offenses are generally behind the defenses this time of year, but that defense looked great regardless. If they continue to improve and Sayin improves with more reps, in the upcoming easier games, a repeat of last year is entirely possible.


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[Assembly Hall]

Glad to see that Buckeyes got some due respect in the polls. Winning their last 5 games, going back to last year is pretty darn impressive, when you look at who they played.

Offenses are generally behind the defenses this time of year, but that defense looked great regardless. If they continue to improve and Sayin improves with more reps, in the upcoming easier games, a repeat of last year is entirely possible.


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Got some due respect in the polls? A repeat of last year is entirely possible? lol

[LiferJim]

Got some due respect in the polls? A repeat of last year is entirely possible? lol

Do you have a point or just like making wise cracks? Yes, the team that won the national championship was ranked third going into the Texas game and now is 1st, where they already should have been.


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[GAC]

Being their first game, and against the #1 ranked team who supposedly has the #1 pick next April playing QB (lol), I thought the Bucks played a very conservative game. It was kinda worrying me towards the end (lol). You look at the stats for this game, and you'd think Texas won .... Total Yards Texas 336 OSU 203

The difference was a Texas turnover. The INT return to the Texas 32, and subsequent drive, made it 14-0 Bucks. But those two critical stops when Texas was inside our 10 yd line were awesome. Especially stuffing Manning in the 3Q on that QB sneak from the 1 yd line.

[RedTeamGo!]

Got some due respect in the polls? A repeat of last year is entirely possible? lol

I don't understand this post.

Yes and Yes.

[Assembly Hall]

I don't understand this post.

Yes and Yes.

What were they ranked to start the year? And everybody had them making the CFP preseason.

[RedTeamGo!]

Julian Sayin throws an absolutely beautiful ball

[Roy Tucker]

Pretty obvious mismatch here. 21-0 Buckeyes with 4 minutes left in 1Q.

Sayin is 10-10 for 218 yards and 3 TDs.

[goreds2]

Reminder:


The Buckeye 7pm game vs Ohio University on 9/13/25 looks to be a Peacock exclusive.

https://www.espn.com/college-football/team/schedule/_/id/194/season/2025

[GAC]

Pretty obvious mismatch here. 21-0 Buckeyes with 4 minutes left in 1Q.

Sayin is 10-10 for 218 yards and 3 TDs.

And with such beautiful weather, why I didn't watch this game. LOL

[Roy Tucker]

Ohio State is going to have to open it up pretty soon. They can protect their inexperienced qb for only so long.

[RedTeamGo!]

Look like ass

[Roy Tucker]

Look like ass

Apparently they don’t trust Sayin.

Buckeyes score right before half 7-3 but give up a long kickoff return.

[Roy Tucker]

Buckeye score off the opening 2nd half kickoff. Aided by a questionable (but defendable) roughing the passer penalty.

But I feel like this is a Woody Hayes offense so far.

[GAC]

Is this 1973? Ohio State is making the point spread, but can they hold it? lol

[*BaseClogger*]

I think they look pretty good. They’re executing. Really impressed with Sayin. Washington’s a good team and it’s a tough road environment.

[GAC]

Impressed with the defense. how many new guys do we have on offense?

[Roy Tucker]

I think they look pretty good. They’re executing. Really impressed with Sayin. Washington’s a good team and it’s a tough road environment.

I agree. Sayin is managing the game, completing short to medium throws, they aren’t making him make tough throws, and they’re moved the ball well in the second half. He’s played better than the Texas game. And like you said, on the road in a tough stadium against a good defense.

[Roy Tucker]

But someone needs to tell Sayin to get a damn haircut ;)

[GAC]

But someone needs to tell Sayin to get a damn haircut ;)

Just Sayin’ lol

[*BaseClogger*]

The only thing I’ll push back on is Washington having a good defense. They’re gonna outscore people on their way to bowl eligibility. They were missing a couple of their best defenders too.

[Redsfaithful]

It's tough to travel out there, not surprised that they started slow.

This is a very legit defense.

[*BaseClogger*]

Caden Curry is a dude. Most depth charts I saw over the summer didn’t even have him starting.

[RedTeamGo!]

Curry might be the best player in the country that absolutely nobody nationally is talking about

[bucksfan2]

Curry might be the best player in the country that absolutely nobody nationally is talking about

Arvil Reece?

[RedTeamGo!]

Arvil Reece?

Seems like he is getting a lot of hype nationally

[goreds2]

Nice win today.

[Redsfaithful]

5-0 and no team has scored double digits on this Buckeyes defense as of yet.

[GAC]

The Gophers offense marched right down the field initially to start the game, got stopped 1st and goal, and had to setle for a FG. But I had warning flags going off in that initial drive, hoping OSU's defensive coordinator would adjust.

He did. ;)

What a defensive performance, and offensive exploson. Matt Patricia was one heck of a hire.

[Roy Tucker]

OSU defense is looking really good. If I recall, there was rumblings about whether Patricia would be any good or not. So far, they’ve looked dominant. And Sayin continues to look good. I think coaches are getting more confidence in him and opening things up. I was glad to see Carnell Tate have a good game. I’d like to see more out of the ground game but I feel a little silly saying that when they have superstar wide receivers.

[goreds2]

I guess there is no conversation when you are playing fantastic. :D

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[plantmanky]

When you play no body, there is nothing to talk about.

[Assembly Hall]

I really figured your arzs whoopin' of Wiscy would have gotten Luke fired.


....carry on...

[bucksfan2]

I really figured your arzs whoopin' of Wiscy would have gotten Luke fired.


....carry on...

Have you seen Wiscy's schedule?

[RiverRat13]

I really figured your arzs whoopin' of Wiscy would have gotten Luke fired.


....carry on...

While I don't think Fickell is going to get it turned around, Wisconsin may be best off waiting another year to see if he can. There are already two openings that are clearly more attractive than Wisconsin (Penn State and Florida) and a couple more (Arkansas and OK State) that are at least on the same tier... and we are still in October. Plus I believe his buyout is substantial.

[Assembly Hall]

Have you seen Wiscy's schedule?

Not a win in there.

[bucksfan2]

While I don't think Fickell is going to get it turned around, Wisconsin may be best off waiting another year to see if he can. There are already two openings that are clearly more attractive than Wisconsin (Penn State and Florida) and a couple more (Arkansas and OK State) that are at least on the same tier... and we are still in October. Plus I believe his buyout is substantial.

Has Wisconsin fallen that much that Arkansas and Ok State are in their tier?

If they fire Fickell it will be after the Oregon game. But I would imagine that if they do let him go this season, it will be with someone in mind already.

[Sea Ray]

I really figured your arzs whoopin' of Wiscy would have gotten Luke fired.


....carry on...

Losing to Ohio State by 5 TDs doesn’t generally get coaches fired. It’s the other games that matter

That said, I do think they should give Fickell another year


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[RedTeamGo!]

Losing to Ohio State by 5 TDs doesn’t generally get coaches fired. It’s the other games that matter

That said, I do think they should give Fickell another year


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It got the last Wisconsin coach fired, ah nevermind, It was 2 weeks after OSU beat them, it was the week after they lost to Illinois.

[bucksfan2]

Losing to Ohio State by 5 TDs doesn’t generally get coaches fired. It’s the other games that matter

That said, I do think they should give Fickell another year


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Not to get hyperbolic, but Wiscy this year had:

@Bama
Maryland
@Michigan
Iowa
Ohio State
@Oregon
Washington
@IU
Illinois
@Minnesota

That is a brutal schedule, there may only be one team in the nation that could run through that gauntlet with a chance to be a playoff contender.

I do think Fickell "should" get another year, but I can't see it happening. He was brought in to bring Wiscy into the new era of college football, but it just hasn't happened. His first OC was bad, he fired him and brought in someone else. The portal QB add's haven't worked out. In reality, nothing has worked out for Fickell during his tenure at Wiscy. The question becomes, is his buyout prohibitive or is another losing season more prohibitive?

Their 2026 schedule is more manageable. They do have ND at Lambo and at Pitt in the non conference. They miss OSU, OU, and Michigan in B1G play. I could see them going 9-3 OR 8-4 if they have a bounce back year, but I don't know if Fickell can get them there. He is going to go 2-10 this season, probably defeated in B1G play.

[JBChance]

When you play no body, there is nothing to talk about.

Not nobody, but the schedule, while looking tough initially, doesn’t look that way now. I was amped when they beat Texas but the longhorns, and Manning in particular, are underwhelming. They won’t be tested again truly until they would get to the Big 10 championship and, most likely, Indiana. Of course, there is TTUN, but I think Day gets that monkey off his back this season.

That’s a problem because a team that has a great QB and a pass rush pose an issue, imo. The OSU pass rush leaves time to throw, although the secondary is great. Also, with the running game not truly established, handling a pass rush top tier team is a challenge. They need to pick a go-to back and it looks like they are still trying to figure it out.


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[Assembly Hall]

Not nobody, but the schedule, while looking tough initially, doesn’t look that way now. I was amped when they beat Texas but the longhorns, and Manning in particular, are underwhelming. They won’t be tested again truly until they would get to the Big 10 championship and, most likely, Indiana. Of course, there is TTUN, but I think Day gets that monkey off his back this season.

That’s a problem because a team that has a great QB and a pass rush pose an issue, imo. The OSU pass rush leaves time to throw, although the secondary is great. Also, with the running game not truly established, handling a pass rush top tier team is a challenge. They need to pick a go-to back and it looks like they are still trying to figure it out.


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I hope my Hoosiers get to test that secondary. Of course Meatchicken might beat you guys yet once again. And this time they might be playing for a spot in the CFP.

[*BaseClogger*]

It's worth noting the number of injuries Fickell has dealt with at Wisconsin feels unprecedented.

[RedTeamGo!]

It's worth noting the number of injuries Fickell has dealt with at Wisconsin feels unprecedented.

Yeah, I am not sure what he is supposed to do with that QB situation. They started a dude that was a career backup at an FCS school against OSU. I mean, wow.

[plantmanky]

While I don't think Fickell is going to get it turned around, Wisconsin may be best off waiting another year to see if he can. There are already two openings that are clearly more attractive than Wisconsin (Penn State and Florida) and a couple more (Arkansas and OK State) that are at least on the same tier... and we are still in October. Plus I believe his buyout is substantial.

This 100000%. Fickell isnt persay the biggest issue at Wisconsin.

[JBChance]

I hope my Hoosiers get to test that secondary. Of course Meatchicken might beat you guys yet once again. And this time they might be playing for a spot in the CFP.

Yeah, because it’s up North, “Meatchicken” could be a stumbling block, but nope I don’t think so this time. Day got a huge thing done in running the gauntlet last year to the title. I believe he’s getting off the schneid.

PSU at home isn’t scary at all anymore, but they have athletes and could be trying to prove something so could be a trap game for you guys.


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[Assembly Hall]

Yeah, because it’s up North, “Meatchicken” could be a stumbling block, but nope I don’t think so this time. Day got a huge thing done in running the gauntlet last year to the title. I believe he’s getting off the schneid.

PSU at home isn’t scary at all anymore, but they have athletes and could be trying to prove something so could be a trap game for you guys.


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Right now I am just concerned about UCLA.

[JBChance]

I think IU has that covered, lol


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[RedTeamGo!]

RIP to former all American OSU center Nick Mangold. 41 years old from kidney failure. Ughhhhhh.

[JBChance]

Several medium completions for Penn State on their 3rd drive. The pass rush just is not where it needs to be - a couple of hurries but no sacks. I don’t care how good the secondary is, too much time to a good QB (which the Nittany Lions do not have) is not good.


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[Roy Tucker]

OSU back clearly stopped but ruled a fumble. Weird call.

[RedTeamGo!]

OSU always plays like crap against PSU. Have a bad feeling about this game.

[JBChance]

Nice drive - now let’s go D.


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[JBChance]

Nice to see Jackson with a sack - more please!


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[Roy Tucker]

OSU answers with 2 TDs. 31-14.

[Roy Tucker]

Crazy TD catch by Jeremiah Smith on a tipped ball. That one will be on all the highlights. Gus Johnson lost his mind.

[Roy Tucker]

Downs was lucky to not get called for targeting. I thought it was but was very close.

[RedTeamGo!]

Omg Jeremiah is next next level

[JBChance]

Love how they got aggressive and turned up the pressure - 4 sacks now! What a difference.


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[Roy Tucker]

I think Penn State threw some wrinkles into their offense in the first half that they hadn’t shown before. I’m guessing that at the half, OSU made some adjustments and then the second half was a whole different ballgame.

Sayin is lucky to have Smith and Tate to throw to. Both are NFL first round draft picks. Smith might be the top pick. Glad to see the running game assert itself in the 4th quarter.

[Roy Tucker]

I think Ohio State is looking to shorten games with long methodical drives. Saving wear and tear on their players with an eye to the playoffs.

I’m shocked when Sayin misses a pass.

[JBChance]

I think Ohio State is looking to shorten games with long methodical drives. Saving wear and tear on their players with an eye to the playoffs.

I’m shocked when Sayin misses a pass.

Sayin’s accuracy is off the charts. Admittedly, Smith does help that but still.


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[RedTeamGo!]

I like how OSU was just like “meh we don’t need Tate today, take a break bruh” and quietly beat Purdue by 24. Would have covered but put all the backups in during garbage time.

This team reminds me of 2023 Michigan.

[Roy Tucker]

Buckeyes play without Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate. The offense struggled early but eventually found its rhythm. Lincoln Kienholz played some snaps and OSU continues to play for the post season with a slow pace.

Now it’s Michigan week.

[JBChance]

Not having your two top receivers, which are among the best in college football, certainly changes the offense. What a pickup in Klare for this season - he’s been phenomenal.

Still an easy game for the bucks, but we won’t be able to run on TTUN like Rutgers. definitely need one or both of our top guys back.

On the defensive side, I still question the pass rush. Curry has been good, but not dominant and Jackson either took the game off or was neutralized. They have had good moments but are far from consistent and that is going to show up vs top opponents.


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[MWM]

My only concern for the Buckeyes would be they haven't really been challenged. They haven't had to do much late in a game to pull off a win. I'd hate for the first time they are tested to be a playoff game against a much better team than they've played.

[RedTeamGo!]

My only concern for the Buckeyes would be they haven't really been challenged. They haven't had to do much late in a game to pull off a win. I'd hate for the first time they are tested to be a playoff game against a much better team than they've played.

honestly, as long as they beat Michigan, I could not care less what happens in the postseason.

[RiverfrontRed]

My only concern for the Buckeyes would be they haven't really been challenged. They haven't had to do much late in a game to pull off a win. I'd hate for the first time they are tested to be a playoff game against a much better team than they've played.

Yeah they're schedule has been pretty light. Especially since Penn State turned out to be a joke.

[Assembly Hall]

honestly, as long as they beat Michigan, I could not care less what happens in the postseason.

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[dfs]

Yeah they're schedule has been pretty light.

That's not really tOSU's fault. They scheduled the preseason #1 and #2 in the land and beat them both.

[bucksfan2]

honestly, as long as they beat Michigan, I could not care less what happens in the postseason.

The loss to Michigan stung for about a few days. The Natty has stayed with me for the entire year. I still remember fondly the 2002 and 2014 championships.

Natty's >>>> victories over Michigan. Sure I want them to beat Michigan, and it will suck if they don't, but titles hang forever.

[RedTeamGo!]

Oh, you are misunderstanding me, which is my fault as I didn't make it clear. Last year's loss to UM I got over when they went on the run in the postseason. This year is different. I want them to beat Michigan more than win another natty. obviously, that would be a nice consolation prize. However, if they beat UM on saturday the rest of the season will be house money to me.

[Roy Tucker]

I think the Big 10 makes up the conference schedules for the teams based on all kinds of guidelines.

And then OSU has 3 non conference games. They make one be a big name team. This year is Texas and @Texas in 2026 and home and away games with Alabama in 2027 and 2028. The other two are non conference games are cupcakes (for OSU). I think they have a 2 game series with Georgia in 2030 and 2031.

[goreds2]

O - H !!

[JBChance]

I - O!!!


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[LiferJim]

Buckeyes 28-17 win!


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[The Operator]

Just be yourselves out there. Do NOT try to force the gameplan toward Michigan’s game.


Come on.

[The Operator]

Well. A less than ideal start.

[The Operator]

Alright. Rallied to hold them to a FG.


3-0 Xichigan

[Boston Red]

Can Ohio State avoid the Big Ten championship with a loss? If so, might be better off losing.

[The Operator]

Oh boy

[MWM]

Looks like the Cooper era yet again. Loose and dominant all year then tight and scared in this game.

[The Operator]

Absolutely lucky that it’s only 6-0. Keeping that to another FG was huge.


Get. It. Together.

[MWM]

Buckeyes going to need to run it today if they're going to win.

[JBChance]

Defense rallies but Sayin looks rattled thus far. First ball not bad but under thrown a bit, second ball just bad.

Hope this isn’t the only gameplan they have


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[The Operator]

Head butting the ref.

Stay classy, UM!

[Sea Ray]

Can Ohio State avoid the Big Ten championship with a loss? If so, might be better off losing.

This is Michigan. Never better off losing to that team up north


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[Sea Ray]

Head butting the ref.

Stay classy, UM!

Bone head mistake


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[The Operator]

Bone head mistake


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Shocking that he wasn’t ejected. A very patient officiating crew out there today.

[The Operator]

That’s probably coming back.

[Sea Ray]

Shocking that he wasn’t elected. A very patient officiating crew out there today.

I don’t think democracy has anything to do with it

But I know what you mean


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[Boston Red]

This is Michigan. Never better off losing to that team up north


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It's 2025. New world.

[Sea Ray]

Teams trade dumb ass penalties


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[The Operator]

Settling for a field goal there is such a let down.


6-3

[MWM]

That's a bad sequence for the Buckeyes having 6 plays inside the 4 and not getting in.

[JBChance]

Let Jackson or West run short yardage - Donaldson doesn’t impress me. So slow to the line. He gets stopped way too much.


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[Sea Ray]

It's 2025. New world.

I get it but if you lived in Ohio you’d know the CFP hasn’t changed this rivalry

You know how Steeler fans are…I texted one yesterday talking about their game tomorrow vs the Bills. His response was…but first, that team up north


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[Sea Ray]

If this is Michigan’s game plan, Underwood is going to take a beating today


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[RedTeamGo!]

I legit don’t understand why that guy wasn’t ejected. Legit crazy.

[The Operator]

Defense seems to have settled in.

Let’s go score a TD.

[Sea Ray]

I legit don’t understand why that guy wasn’t ejected. Legit crazy.

I think they don’t want officiating to determine this game. An ejection certainly was warranted


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[JBChance]

I legit don’t understand why that guy wasn’t ejected. Legit crazy.

I agree - I do wonder if he was showing the ref what an OSU player did because Michigan players were upset about something prior to that. Either way - stupid.


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[The Operator]

Fourth down deep ball for the TD!

[Sea Ray]

Fourth down deep ball for the TD!

Are you sure?


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[The Operator]

Oh don’t do this to me

[MWM]

That's a touchback

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Wow. Really surprised by upholding that TD. Would love to hear the explanation.

[The Operator]

I’m shocked they didn’t overturn that.

Maybe the fact that they didn’t eject a UM player for head butting the ref weighed into that decision. Lol

[JBChance]

Ballsy call - made up for the run prior.

Sayin to Smith - so good


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[JBChance]

That's a touchback

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Wow. Really surprised by upholding that TD. Would love to hear the explanation.

He possesses it across the line then it popped loose the likely rationale


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[Sea Ray]

No way that can be defensive PI. The pass was 100% uncatchable


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[The Operator]

Absolutely bananas DPI to extend a drive.

[MWM]

Yeah that pass was 5 yards out of bounds

[The Operator]

Well they managed to hold it to 3 again.

10-9

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Get a TD going to halftime then do it again opening the 3rd quarter.

[JBChance]

Defense is doing good.

The matchup to win the game is our offense vs their defense. So far mixed results, but passable.

Next two possessions are the game. Double up scoring and we’re good.


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[Sea Ray]

Why didn’t the announcers even mention that that ball was thrown 10 yards out of bounds?


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[The Operator]

Where was the unsportsmanlike?!?

[JBChance]

Why didn’t the announcers even mention that that ball was thrown 10 yards out of bounds?


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Yep - I don’t think the ref even tracked the ball. Just saw Matthews push the receiver at the end.


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[JBChance]

Where was the unsportsmanlike?!?

Not there


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[MWM]

They need 7 here.

[JBChance]

What was that spot on first down?

Don’t mind that call on second down - please don’t bring Donaldson in and run it right up the middle.


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[The Operator]

Hell yes. Absolutely brilliant series.

Bled the clock and still got the TD.

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17-9

16 seconds to the half

[MWM]

After that bad INT, Sayin has been great. A big second half after Mendoza's stinker may be enough to mar it whoever wins next week.

[Sea Ray]

Michigan is playing hard but they’re just outmanned

Both teams have 3 scores but OSU has TDs


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[The Operator]

17-9 OSU at the half.

Buckeyes get the ball to start the 3rd quarter.

[JBChance]

lol a flop call - is this the NBA? I did t see it but funny.

A TD coming out for the second half is ballgame.


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[LiferJim]

Good half after extremely shaky start!

Score first series and the Wolverines are in big trouble.


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[Roy Tucker]

Cautiously optimistic for the Buckeyes. But there is a half to play.

Surprised that the Smith TD stood and surprised the Michigan player wasn’t ejected for headbutting the ref.

Wondering about the snowmen at the half.

Go Bucks!!

[JBChance]

I like Jackson on short yardage - he’s have a great game wow


Ugh - Sayin missed a throw, Jackson missed a cut and a punt. Still in a good position, but that could have been a huge killer to get a score. Now the game keeps being in doubt.

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[MWM]

Why are they punting here?

[The Operator]

I never understand running routes that are short of the line to gain on 3rd down.

[LiferJim]

Why are they punting here?

Agree. Don’t start coaching scared


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[The Operator]

Defense responds by giving up a deep ball.

[MWM]

It took Michigan one play to get back to where OSU was. Punting is a bad omen.

[The Operator]

Alright. Force the punt.

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Terrible punt by UM

Wow

[JBChance]

Alright. Force the punt.

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Terrible punt by UM

Wow

Is that the shortest unblocked punt ever?


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[The Operator]

Is that the shortest unblocked punt ever?


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Has to be in the running haha.


Better make them PAY for that.

[The Operator]

YYEEESSSS

That was a thing of beauty.

[kaldaniels]

It took Michigan one play to get back to where OSU was. Punting is a bad omen.

Indeed.

[The Operator]

24-9 OSU

Let’s gooooo

[JBChance]

Tate and Smith - mmm, mmm, good


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[kaldaniels]

15 point margin is nice but I want it bigger so we don’t have to hear how UM was robbed by the Smith TD call.

OSU clearly the better team today.

[JBChance]

Taking the run away now - nice

Making the game on Underwood’s arm is a great plan


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[The Operator]

Alright. Forced the punt after giving up a few plays.

Now is the time to go for the jugular.

[kaldaniels]

13-10 in Columbus last year may go down as the biggest sports mystery in my lifetime.

[MWM]

13-10 in Columbus last year may go down as the biggest sports mystery in my lifetime.

1998 vs Michigan State is mine.

[JBChance]

Run game has been good. Jackson with a whale of a game. His balance is fantastic.


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[Sea Ray]

Run game has been good. Jackson with a whale of a game. His balance is fantastic.


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Ohio State is just more talented at pretty much every position. Michigan got by on emotion in the first quarter.


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[The Operator]

Would have loved a TD but that was still a masterful drive in every way. They imposed their will, bled soooo much of the clock off, and made it a 3-score game.


27-9 OSU

[goreds2]

I think that was a 20 play drive if you include the Kick.

[The Operator]

Now let’s get a pick-6 and cross the 30 threshold.

[JBChance]

I think that was a 20 play drive if you include the Kick.

With 16 plays run plays - they dominated the line of scrimmage. Taking a page out of the Loserines playbook


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[The Operator]

Brutus crossed out the M. Love love love it.

[JBChance]

Now let’s get a pick-6 and cross the 30 threshold.

So close!


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[The Operator]

I can’t believe they punted down 3 scores with 7 minutes left.

[JBChance]

I can’t believe they punted down 3 scores with 7 minutes left.

They know it’s over which it is


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[The Operator]

LEGEND

[Sea Ray]

This has been an absolute butt kickin’

I do want to tell Joel Klatt:

Being down 6-0 in the first quarter is not “adversity”


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[The Operator]

FINALLY

The world is right once more.

[LiferJim]

Dominant performance! Love that Michigan couldn’t even muster one single touchdown


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[RedTeamGo!]

Belt to ass in that 2nd half

[Roy Tucker]

Michigan defended their midfield logo better than the OSU offense.

[RedTeamGo!]

Michigan defended their midfield logo better than the OSU offense.

I love how Michigan was standing there waiting to fight and OSU just ignored them and celebrated with their fans. Chef’s kiss.

[The Operator]

Love seeing Dave Portnoy disappointed.

[JBChance]

Michigan defended their midfield logo better than the OSU offense.

lol - poetic!


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[RiverRat13]

OSU opens as 5.5 point favorites over IU. I expect the sharp money to come in for Indiana and that number comes down.

[MWM]

OSU opens as 5.5 point favorites over IU. I expect the sharp money to come in for Indiana and that number comes down.

Interesting. I thought it would be more like 7.5 and that it will wind up moving in that direction.

[dubc47834]

Hoosier fan here...looking forward to the championship game next weekend...good luck fellas. May whatever team plays the best game win!

[RedTeamGo!]

Hoosier fan here...looking forward to the championship game next weekend...good luck fellas. May whatever team plays the best game win!

I honestly wouldn’t be upset with Indiana winning that game for a variety of reasons including would be really cool for Indiana and I’d rather have a home game against a weak opponent than a bye.

[Assembly Hall]

I honestly wouldn’t be upset with Indiana winning that game for a variety of reasons including would be really cool for Indiana and I’d rather have a home game against a weak opponent than a bye.

Something tells me that as long as it is a competitive game that both teams will get byes.

[RedTeamGo!]

Something tells me that as long as it is a competitive game that both teams will get byes.

That’s a good point

[dubc47834]

Something tells me that as long as it is a competitive game that both teams will get byes.

I agree. I think there is an argument that could be made for that for both teams.

[Danny Serafini]

The loser of that game isn't dropping any lower than 3.

[Redsfaithful]

Michigan was pretty light work, I don't expect Indiana to be much different.

[JBChance]

Michigan was pretty light work, I don't expect Indiana to be much different.

I’m interested to see how they match up. Can IU run the ball well enough to use it to open the pass? Can their pass rush get to Sayin?

I think it’s a test - I do think there are a few cracks in the armor for IU after watching the Penn State game/ comeback. Passing game did not look sharp against Purdue, but conditions were not great.


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[MWM]

What's the latest on Chris Henry? Seems like he's back on the market, which usually leads to going somewhere else.

[*BaseClogger*]

I think the IU-OSU game is going to look something like the Texas or Notre Dame CFP games last year. Buckeyes by two scores.

[bucksfan2]

I think the IU-OSU game is going to look something like the Texas or Notre Dame CFP games last year. Buckeyes by two scores.

I don't know what to think of IU. And its not to say what they done isn't impressive, because they have absolutely handled business this season. Their three closest games were against probably the three most talented teams they played. That said Oregon was probably the best win of the year by anybody, so that should help.

I think IU's biggest issue in this game is how do they handle OSU's athletes, indoors on a fast track? Its where OSU has had the advantage for years and years over most teams in CFB.

The motivation angle I find interesting, OSU hasn't won the B1G since 2020, IU has never. But how important is the B1G with the playoff looming? With a 1st round bye assured, how will both handle this game?

[WVRed]

What's the latest on Chris Henry? Seems like he's back on the market, which usually leads to going somewhere else.If I had to bet, WVU.

His dad played there and RichRod and McAfee probably made the sell.

Didn't realize it but his uncle is PacMan Jones.

Im basing this on absolutely nothing. Just a guess.

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[RedTeamGo!]

WVU isn't involved at this point

It is between OSU, Oregon, USC, and Texas. He was all OSU for 2 years and then at last minute Hartline left and Oregon, USC, and Texas dropped huge bags. Longer this goes on more likely he stays at OSU IMHO.

[MWM]

WVU isn't involved at this point

It is between OSU, Oregon, USC, and Texas. He was all OSU for 2 years and then at last minute Hartline left and Oregon, USC, and Texas dropped huge bags. Longer this goes on more likely he stays at OSU IMHO.

He could be pulling what many head coaches do and using the other interest as a means to negotiate more $$.

[RedTeamGo!]

He could be pulling what many head coaches do and using the other interest as a means to negotiate more $$.

For sure

[JBChance]

He could be pulling what many head coaches do and using the other interest as a means to negotiate more $$.

This is what I’m thinking, as well. Read a couple of reports that Oregon is the most likely to flip him.


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[kaldaniels]

I think the IU-OSU game is going to look something like the Texas or Notre Dame CFP games last year. Buckeyes by two scores.

I think the same, and I’m someone who loves to see this resurgence (is it a resurgence if they have never been this good?) of the IU program.

[Assembly Hall]

I think the same, and I’m someone who loves to see this resurgence (is it a resurgence if they have never been this good?) of the IU program.

IU football is the "rise of the phoenix."

[Roy Tucker]

I understand the rationale of the OSU offense not taking many chances and relying on their stalwart defense. But for once I’d like to see them open up their offense for a whole game.

[RedTeamGo!]

I understand the rationale of the OSU offense not taking many chances and relying on their stalwart defense. But for once I’d like to see them open up their offense for a whole game.

I say play very vanilla and if you lose who cares, game is meaningless.

[MWM]

I say play very vanilla and if you lose who cares, game is meaningless.

I think they should open things up just case they have to in a playoff game. This game should be practice for the playoffs.

[MWM]

Looks like Chris Henry Jr is sticking with the Buckeyes

[Boston Red]

That Phillip Bell article in the WSJ today is about the saddest thing I've ever read. What a touched up world.

[Redsfaithful]

I say play very vanilla and if you lose who cares, game is meaningless.

Gonna be a little annoying if anyone gets hurt is my main thought going into tomorrow night.

[MWM]

I guess I'm a little surprised how little people care about winning a conference championship. Maybe I'm just too old.

[LiferJim]

I don’t think the Buckeyes will have to open things up to win tomorrow, but if it comes down to it, I would do just that. A conference championship and an undefeated season would make me a very happy camper.


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[*BaseClogger*]

I’m most worried about having to beat IU twice in the same season.

[Redsfaithful]

I guess I'm a little surprised how little people care about winning a conference championship. Maybe I'm just too old.

Used to for sure, but I just don't care about a Big 10 conference with USC and UCLA and Oregon and Washington and so on in it. Meaningless now, it's just a tv deal dressed up as a conference.

What I care about now every year:

- Beat Michigan
- Make playoffs
- Win national championship

[MWM]

Used to for sure, but I just don't care about a Big 10 conference with USC and UCLA and Oregon and Washington and so on in it. Meaningless now, it's just a tv deal dressed up as a conference.

What I care about now every year:

- Beat Michigan
- Make playoffs
- Win national championship

Fair point and got me rethinking it myself. I definitely have not liked "conference" expansion and wish we could back the old Big Ten, pre Rutgers and Maryland. I liked when there was distinct conference differences.

[gonelong]

Fair point and got me rethinking it myself. I definitely have not liked "conference" expansion and wish we could back the old Big Ten, pre Rutgers and Maryland. I liked when there was distinct conference differences.

I think most of us old-timers miss this. It would be great if we had the Pac10, old Big 12, Big 10 SEC, SWAC, Big East, ACC, etc ... the playoff would be amazing. It is still pretty good, but that would have been something.

[Assembly Hall]

I think most of us old-timers miss this. It would be great if we had the Pac10, old Big 12, Big 10 SEC, SWAC, Big East, ACC, etc ... the playoff would be amazing. It is still pretty good, but that would have been something.

Old timers? I guess I got you beat. It was the PAC 8, Big 8, SWC, Big Ten, and ACC. No Big East but a lot of independents. And the TV coverage sucked in those days.


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[Chip R]

Old timers? I guess I got you beat. It was the PAC 8, Big 8, SWC, Big Ten, and ACC. No Big East but a lot of independents. And the TV coverage sucked in those days.


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Yeah. Young 'uns wouldn't believe you if you told them we only got 1-2 games a week and only a few were at night. And they were all on Saturdays.

[Roy Tucker]

Oops

[goreds2]

O - H !!

[The Operator]

All of the FOX talking heads are picking the Buckeyes. I hate that.

[The Operator]

Well, Sayin starts with an INT. Just like last week.

[The Operator]

D held them to a FG. Just like last week.


Shake it off.

[The Operator]

D responds with an INT of their own after a tipped pass.

Better turn this short field into a TD.

[The Operator]

7-3 Buckeyes after Sayin finds Tate on the scramble.

[The Operator]

Buckeyes connect on a beautiful deep ball but the drive stalls out in the red zone and they kick the FG.


10-3 Buckeyes

[Roy Tucker]

OSU defense holds and forces a FG. Ohio State 10-6 with 2:47 left in the half.

[The Operator]

Let’s get a TD heading to halftime and do it again to start the 3rd.

[The Operator]

Pretty rough series on offense but it’s 10-6 Buckeyes at the half.


A TD to start the 3rd quarter would be nice.

[Roy Tucker]

Sayin is 7-11 for 109 yards with 1 TD and 1 INT. Indiana defense has been good.

OSU defense has been good as well forcing FGs.

[dubc47834]

Real good game so far fellas...go Hoosiers

[The Operator]

Absolute joke of a call turning a throw away into a sack.

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They’re getting absolutely killed in the trenches.

O-line is getting abused every play.

[Roy Tucker]

Absolute joke of a call turning a throw away into a sack.

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They’re getting absolutely killed in the trenches.

O-line is getting abused every play.

I agree with both points.

Buckeyes need to get the run game going better and not get out of sorts with down and distance.

[Roy Tucker]

Indiana wins 2 50-50 balls, the last for a TD. IU leads 13-10. Moment of truth for OSU.

[The Operator]

It would seem that halftime adjustments were made. By the wrong team.

[SunDeck]

Not gonna lie, I didn't see IU leading in the 2nd half. Two amazing defenses in this one.

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[Roy Tucker]

Was Sayin’s knee down on 4th down?

[MWM]

Sayin being a little exposed tonight. He hasn't faced much pressure this year. He needs some work in that area.

[The Operator]

Of course

[MWM]

Sayin hasn't been great at sneaks. Not sure i would have left it to him there.

[Roy Tucker]

Sayin being a little exposed tonight. He hasn't faced much pressure this year. He needs some work in that area.

It doesn’t shock me. They haven’t played a really good team yet this year till now. Sayin looks a little shook.

[RedTeamGo!]

Sayin hasn't been great at sneaks. Not sure i would have left it to him there.

He was actually great at sneaks against Michigan just last week

[SunDeck]

Sayin hasn't been great at sneaks. Not sure i would have left it to him there.I thought with the way the defenses are playing, get the tie at this point.

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[The Operator]

That 3rd down play call was the real crime. No idea what that thought process was.

[RedTeamGo!]

I thought with the way the defenses are playing, get the tie at this point.

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Agreed, on other hand they were inches away from converting and then prob scoring a TD.

[The Operator]

Agreed, on other hand they were inches away from converting and then prob scoring a TD.

Seems like they’ve been a half second late several times tonight.

[Roy Tucker]

How a hold doesn’t get called there, I don’t know.

[The Operator]

I guess holding just isn’t a flag tonight.

[The Operator]

Wasn’t the lack of holding calls a theme last year too?

[Roy Tucker]

Wasn’t the lack of holding calls a theme last year too?

Yeah. I’m not sure why or how. Seems consistent though.

OSU starts deep in their own half of the field.

[MWM]

How a hold doesn’t get called there, I don’t know.

Refs must have thought it was the Chiefs. That's one of the most blatant holds not to get called I've ever seen.

[LiferJim]

Vanilla and offense isn’t working. Open it up please


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[MWM]

Those that wanted vanilla are getting it.

[LiferJim]

Zero urgency


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[Roy Tucker]

Bah. Choke job by Fielding on the tying FG.

Buckeyes are in trouble.

[The Operator]

That’s probably game

[LiferJim]

Piss poor play calling. Two third and ones on last two drives, throwing the ball


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[MWM]

Game over. How do you miss from that close?

[Roy Tucker]

I will say Indiana is for real. They’ve played very well.

[Redsfaithful]

Michigan was pretty light work, I don't expect Indiana to be much different.

Nope, dummy.

I made too much out of that close Penn State win for Indiana, they're legit. Great defense.

Weird game, but I honestly don't think it has a lot of bearing on the playoffs for Ohio State.

[The Operator]

Feels a lot like the Michigan game last year.


Hopefully the end result on the season will be the same.

[Redsfaithful]

Game over. How do you miss from that close?

Not sure why Day is playing for OT in that scenario to begin with - hopefully he'll learn a lesson there.