THE Podcast: Ohio State Football News (Austin Ward, Bill Landis, Jeremy Birmingham, Doug Lesmerises)

Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham break down the first day of Big Ten Media Days 2022, a day highlighted by an aggressive stance from commissioner Kevin Warren and a return to Indianapolis for Jim Harbaugh and Michigan.

Plus, what do Austin and Birm want to hear from Ohio State on Wednesday? 

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Ohio State football coach Ryan Day joins THE Podcast's Austin Ward to preview Big Ten Media Days as the Buckeyes arrive in Indianapolis. 

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Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham talk Buckeyes as Ohio State representatives Ryan Day, C.J. Stroud, Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Ronnie Hickman arrive in Indianapolis for Big Ten Media Days.

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Jeremy Birmingham and Austin Ward break down the recent defensive recruiting struggles experienced by Ohio State as the Buckeyes continue to try and showcase their program with new coaches.

What's causing the defensive recruiting struggles? Is there a simple fix? 

Ohio State has commitment No. 20 in its 2023 recruiting class as Memphis (Tenn.) 4-star quarterback Brock Glenn says yes to the Buckeyes. What does this talented young passer mean for the Ohio State program? Jeremy Birmingham and Austin Ward are breaking down his decision for THE Podcast.

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Ohio State lost a second 2023 commitment in the last three days and the Buckeyes are reeling. Is this a temporary thing or sign of things to come?

THE Podcast's Jeremy Birmingham and Austin Ward break down the latest recruiting news at Ohio State.

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Ohio State is days away from its return to the football field and will begin preparing in earnest for the 2022 season. 

Who are Bobby Carpenter, Justin Zwick, Austin Ward, Nicole Cox and Jeremy Birmingham looking at to step up for the Buckeyes this fall?

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THE Podcast Daily is here.

Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham bring the latest in news, notes and conversation around the Ohio State athletic department in THE Podcast Daily, the best podcast home for what's new with the Buckeyes.

Ohio State is back on the practice field and there are a number of key items that Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham are looking forward to seeing at the Buckeyes hit the ground running on the 2022 football season.

The Buckeyes are back on the practice field for the first time ahead of the 2022 season.

What did Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham see on the practice field at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center? 

Here are THE Snap Judgments from practice number one.

On a team full of known stars, it's not easy for breakout players to emerge at Ohio State.

That doesn't mean there aren't a handful of young Buckeyes in a position to do just that in the 2022 football. 

Austin Ward and Bill Landis give their thoughts on a few names to pay close attention to as Ohio State chases a 2022 national championship.

Friday brought the running backs front and center at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center as Tony Alford and the Buckeyes work to strike a balance at the position.

Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham break down the second practice of the 20222 season and talk tailback on Snap Judgments.

Ohio State adds to its 2023 defensive class as four-star linebacker/athlete Arvell Reese commits to the Buckeyes, giving Ryan Day his first ever commitment from the one-time Ohio State pipeline Cleveland Glenville High School.

What does Reese bring to the Buckeyes? THE Podcast's Jeremy Birmingham is joined by Austin Ward and the pair break down the big addition for Ohio State.

The weirdest Ohio State media tradition brings football and fashion to Columbus as the Buckeyes check in to their team hotel for summer camp 2022. 

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Ohio State offensive line coach Justin Frye and a number of his top performers met with the media on Monday to talk about their offseason and what to expect this fall.

THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham break down what they heard from the Woody Hayes Athletic Center as the Buckeyes move closer to their Sept. 3 season opener with Notre Dame.

How important is the first scrimmage of fall camp for Ohio State?

That's just one of the topics being discussed from Rooster's on Olentangy River Road by THE Podcast's Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham -- joined by former Buckeyes football players Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick -- on Monday afternoon.

The group also dives into the early surprises of camp, what NIL deals they'd have liked in their college experience and more.

THE Podcast Daily for Tuesday, August 9, 2022 talks recruiting as the Buckeyes continue to adjust to a brand new era in the lifeblood of the sport.

Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham give their thoughts on how Ryan Day and his program must continue to adjust to the unknowns.

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Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles met with the media on Tuesday morning and opened up on the state of his currently-under-construction Buckeyes defense. 

Knowles shared news that a pair of Ohio State safeties, Cam Martinez and Jantzen Dunn, have already been taking some reps at cornerback to alleviate some potential depth concerns at that position.

What does this mean for the Buckeyes and for players like Martinez? THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham try and break that down on the latest episode of Snap Judgments.

Ohio State is the biggest draw in the Big Ten and that brand is now moving away from ESPN as the conference seeks other television partners.

How does the move to other networks impact the Buckeyes and the future of the college football playoff? THE Podcast's Austin Ward and Bill Landis give their thoughts on THE Podcast Daily.

Who is ready to step up and make themselves a future star for Ohio State?

The Buckeyes have one of the most loaded depth charts in the country but fall camp brings opportunity for players all over the roster — but maybe not this year.

What players have the chance to cement their spot in the future? Austin Ward and Bill Landis give their thoughts on the latest episode of THE Podcast Daily.

Ohio State opened up its practice on Thursday for the media and there was plenty to observe and take note of as Ryan Day and his team head into their first scrimmage of fall camp.

What players stood out on Thursday? THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham break down their thoughts on the latest Snap Judgments.

It's not easy for freshmen to see the field at Ohio State.

But that doesn't mean it never happens. The Buckeyes recruit some of the country's best players and sometimes they've just got to get on the field.

Which members of the Class of 2022 could fight their way into the rotation for Ryan Day and his team? THE Podcast's Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham have their thoughts on that.

This is THE Podcast Daily for Friday, Aug. 12, 2022.

Ohio State is back in the win column on the recruiting trail as four-star safety Jayden Bonsu picked the Buckeyes over Miami and Michigan State on Sunday.

What does the 6-foot-1, 210-pound Bonsu mean for Ohio State and safeties coach Perry Eliano? THE Podcast's Jeremy Birmingham and Bill Landis are breaking down the addition of commitment No. 20 for the Buckeyes and their Class of 2023.

THE Podcast Daily for Monday, Aug. 15, 2022 is all about the Buckeyes first real scrimmage of the 2022 season, a scrimmage that once again put the spotlight on a growing depth concern at cornerback in Columbus.

THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham break down what they've heard about the scrimmage and look closer at the growing leadership role for quarterback C.J. Stroud.

Kevin Wilson wasn't happy with the Ohio State offense after its first full scrimmage of the 2022 camp season.

is that a good thing or a bad thing?

THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham give their thoughts on the offensive coordinator's media session on the latest episode of Snap Judgments.

THE Live Show from Rooster's is back and this week former Buckeyes linebacker Bobby Carpenter and quarterback Justin Zwick break down the latest from the first Ohio State scrimmage of 2022 Fall camp alongside THE Podcast's Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham.

Plus, does a team captain need to be one of your best players on Saturdays? The guys have their thoughts on that and more and of course they have delicious Rooster's food as well.

THE Podcast Daily is back and today Austin Ward and Bill Landis are breaking down the first AP poll of the 2022 season and wondering if the cornerback concerns for Ohio State are being over-discussed.

Check back on THE Podcast Daily every morning for the latest news, notes and information on all things Buckeyes.

Ohio State got bad news on Tuesday as tailback Evan Pryor will be out for the 2022 season with a knee injury. How will Ryan Day's offense adjust without Pryor?

Plus, THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham break down what they heard on Tuesday after a media session with a loaded defensive line room, led by the legendary line coach Larry Johnson.

Ohio State is one of the country's best recruiting programs but the Buckeyes still draw their fair share of criticism, especially for their lack of aggression on the transfer market?

Will Ryan Day and his program need to adjust? When? 

Plus, THE Podcast's Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham talk about five-star Florida defensive lineman Keon Keely's recruitment as Ohio State and Alabama try to lure him away from Notre Dame.

The country's top-ranked 2024 prospect, Dylan Raiola, joins THE Podcast to talk about his commitment to Ohio State and where he thinks things can go for the Buckeyes in his recruiting cycle.

This is Birminology, where THE Podcast catches up with the names to know on the recruiting trail.

Ohio State is the country's No. 2-ranked team in the AP preseason poll but that doesn't mean there aren't still big questions for the Buckeyes to answer.

With the season opening game against Notre Dame now just two-and-a-half weeks away, what are some of the biggest remaining questions for Ohio State? 

THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham have their thoughts.

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The Big Ten media rights deal is finalized the league stands to make the most any conference has ever made but in Columbus the march toward the season opener with Notre Dame continued as C.J. Stroud, Kyle McCord, Devin Brown and quarterbacks coach Corey Dennis met with the media in Columbus.

What did THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham take out of the day? That's the topic of the latest Snap Judgments.

THE Podcast Daily is on the road in Columbus and we're trying to break down the biggest freaks on the Buckeyes roster.

Which Ohio State players deserve that title? Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham give their thoughts from Land-Grant Brewing.

We apologize if the sound isn't ideal, we're experimenting with a number of things on the live shows and doing the best we can to provide the most interesting, entertaining and technically sound shows we can.

Ohio State is done with its fall camp and will turn its focus now to game-day preparations for Notre Dame with the Buckeyes slated to take on the Fighting Irish less than two weeks from now.

What questions would Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham like to have answered on Monday as Ryan Day and Jim Knowles meet with the media? The latest episode of THE Podcast Daily has their thoughts.

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day and defensive coordinator Jim Knowles met with the media on Monday morning and gave their updated thoughts on the state of the Buckeyes.

What did THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham take away from the latest Ohio State media availability? That's the topic of the latest edition of Snap Judgments.

THE Live Show is back as Bobby Carpenter and Zach Boren join THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Jeremy Birmingham and Rooster's Restaurant's Nicole Cox to give Ohio State preseason Buckeye leaves and break down why new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles is so confident in his defense. 

And oh yeah, there's plenty of delicious Rooster's food.

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The Buckeyes have one of the country's most talented rosters and that makes it a challenge to give every single player who deserves attention the amount that they've earned.

As Ohio State draws closer to the start of the 2022 season, what veterans are not being discussed enough by the fine folks of the Buckeyes media beat?

THE Podcast's Austin Ward and Bill Landis provide a few names that they think warrant more conversation.

The Ohio State secondary prides itself on being one of the nation's best.

How have the Buckeyes been able to get themselves back to that standard? What makes this group different than a year ago?

THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham give their thoughts on the latest episode of Snap Judgments.

Ohio State has the country's No. 2-ranked recruiting class but in the current climate of college football recruiting there's no time to rest.

Where do things stand with the Buckeyes recruiting class on the offensive side of the football? Are there any players that fans should be concerned about?

THE Podcast's Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham break down the offense in part one of a two part series on THE Podcast Daily.

Ohio State has one of the country's best receiver groups and the Buckeyes have exceedingly high expectations for them in 2022.

On Thursday, Brian Hartline and his receivers met with the media to preview the upcoming season and to talk about the pressure they feel to live up to those expectations.

THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham are breaking down the day's media availability and what it means for Ohio State.

Ohio State has the country's No. 2-ranked recruiting class but in the current climate of college football recruiting there's no time to rest.

Where do things stand with the Buckeyes recruiting class on the defensive side of the football? Are there any players that fans should be concerned about?

THE Podcast's Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham break down the offense in part one of a two part series on THE Podcast Daily.

THE Podcast Daily is here for Friday, Aug. 26, 2022 and with it returns BOLD PREDICTIONS  from Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham as they try and give a big picture look at the upcoming Ohio State football season.

What are the guys expecting from the Buckeyes this year? 

Plus, the Ohio State volleyball team tips off its season this weekend against Texas in a big national matchup. Two of the teams captains, Kylie Murr and Mac Podraza, preview their season with THE Podcast.

THE Podcast Daily is back and so too is the football season for Ohio State as we officially hit game week in Columbus.

Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham break down "Moron Monday" and talk about the weekend's biggest college football mistakes and look ahead to the Buckeyes season opener against Notre Dame and try to examine why Ohio State is now a nearly three-score betting favorite against the Fighting Irish.

Ohio State is loaded with talent but sometimes a big game comes down to one or two players making huge plays.

What players have to emerge and play their best game for the Buckeyes if they hope to take care of business against Notre Dame in the 2022 season opener?

THE Podcast's Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham are joined by former Ohio State players Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick -- as well as Nicole Cox of Rooster's Restaurants -- as we officially hit game week in Columbus.

With just about five days left until Ohio State and Notre Dame kick off the 2022 season, it's time to reflect on an off-season of chatter from the Fighting Irish and new head coach Marcus Freeman.

Is his bravado based a byproduct of his inexperience? Does it really matter?

Plus, what do THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham want to hear from the Ohio State head coach on Tuesday? 

Ohio State is just days away from opening its 2022 season with Notre Dame and on Tuesday head coach Ryan Day, defensive coordinator Jim Knowles and some key Buckeyes players met with the media for a preview of what's to come.

THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham broke down the biggest takeaways from the afternoon's media session in the latest episode of Snap Judgments from THE Podcast.

Ohio State has a fairly well-established roster and a number of starters locked into their spots but a handful of the Buckeyes players are still fighting for reps as the season starts up.

What key spots do THE Podcast's Austin Ward and Bill Landis see a battle developing in Columbus? 

That's the focus of THE Podcast Daily for Aug. 31, 2022.

Ohio State commitment Brock Glenn joins Birminology to talk about his recruitment, his verbal pledge to the Buckeyes and what he's looking forward to as he makes his first game-day visit to Ohio Stadium.

What is he most looking forward to about this visit? Why did he feel like his connection with Ohio State was different than others? 

The 2023 Ohio State commit talks about that and more.

Ohio State will host one of its biggest recruiting weekends ever as the Buckeyes prepare to host Notre Dame on Saturday.

THE Podcast's Jeremy Birmingham is joined by Andrew Ellis to break down the huge weekend and dive into the key names to know who will visit Columbus this weekend.

Ohio State and Notre Dame rarely play but when they do, it's always a big deal.

Saturday, the two blue-blood programs reconnect on the football field and that allows THE Podcast to reconnect with FootballScoop.com's John Brice, a tied in journalist who has a unique perspective on the Fighting Irish.

John is joined by THE Podcast's Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham to talk about the weekend's biggest game on the latest episode of THE Podcast Daily.

Ohio State wrapped up its media obligations for the preseason on Wednesday night as Miyan Williams, Treveyon Henderson, Luke Wypler, Tommy Eichenberg and Jaxon Smith-Njigba took their turn chatting with the Buckeyes media contingent.

THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham opine on the biggest takeaways from the evening and give their thoughts on what has to go wrong for Ohio State if Notre Dame is going to pull off the upset inside Ohio Stadium on Saturday night.

The off-season is over and that means BOLD PREDICTIONS are back and THE Podcast is trying to deliver the best pregame predictions they can.

What do Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham think happens inside of Ohio Stadium on Saturday night? 

Find out on the freaky Friday edition of THE Podcast Daily. 

THE Weekend Kickoff show is here.

Former Ohio State captains Zach Boren and Evan Spencer, along with former Buckeyes lineman Reid Fragel, sit down with THE Podcast's Austin Ward and Bill Landis to preview the huge season-opening game in Ohio Stadium on Saturday night.

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Ohio State kicked off its 2022 season with a 21-10 win over No. 5-ranked Notre Dame.

What did the season opener tell us about the Buckeyes? 

THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham break down the big Ohio State win.

There's a lot to see every time the Buckeyes hit the field and most of the time it's impossible to view it all on the first look.

With the season opener behind them, THE Podcast Daily's Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham break down the Ohio State 21-10 victory over Notre Dame and what they saw from a second watch of the top-five contest.

Tommy Eichenberg was one of the Buckeyes best players against Notre Dame.

How did the Buckeyes linebacker develop into a game-changing linebacker? What is it about Jim Knowles defense that elevates his game?

Former Ohio State captain Zach Boren breaks that down on BuckIQ with Austin Ward.

With Arkansas State and Toledo on the docket for Ohio State, the Buckeyes will have two weeks to play with their lineup and determine the right plan for attacking the Big Ten.

THE Podcast's Austin Ward and Bill Landis have their thoughts about how Ryan Day and his program handled that against Notre Dame and how they can address it moving forward.

This is THE Podcast Daily for Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022.

Ohio State took care of business on Saturday against Notre Dame and now turns its focus to a first-ever meeting with the Arkansas State Red Wolves.

On Tuesday, Ryan Day met with the media to go over the Buckeyes big win against the Fighting Irish and to update where his team is on a few key injury fronts.

THE Podcasts's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham share their thoughts on the latest episode of Snap Judgments.

Ohio State beat Notre Dame 21-10 and though it wasn't what anyone really expected, it may have been just what the Buckeyes needed.

THE Podcast is back at Rooster's Restaurants on Olentangy River Road in Columbus to break down the huge game with the Fighting Irish and to talk about what comes next for Ohio State.

THE Podcast's Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham are joined by former Buckeyes players Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick and Rooster's Nicole Cox.

It's a fun, casual conversation from a fun, casual joint.

Which Ohio State players raised their profile in the Buckeyes week one win over Notre Dame? 

THE Podcast's Austin Ward and Bill Landis have a few key names that stepped up in a big way and are now poised to take advantage of the early-season success.

Ohio State has its first big contest of the season in the rear view and a confident Buckeyes team now turns its focus to game No. 2 against Arkansas State.

What did THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham take away from the Ohio State media availability on Wednesday night? Here are the Snap Judgments from tonight in Columbus.

C.J. Stroud didn't play the type of game everyone thought he'd play against Notre Dame.

Does that mean he didn't play well? Does that mean there's reason to be concerned for Ohio State?

THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham are discussing Stroud, the Buckeyes offense and the ridiculous expectations for the third-year Ohio State quarterback on the latest edition of THE Podcast Daily.

It's time for everyone's favorite segment of the week: BOLD PREDICTIONS.

This week, Ohio State takes on Arkansas State in Ohio Stadium and the Buckeyes are a big -- 44-point -- favorite over the the Red Wolves.

How does the crew of THE Podcast see this Saturday's game unfolding? 

Here are the BOLD predictions from Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham for week two of the 2022 football season.

It wasn't as pretty as Ryan Day and the Buckeyes would've liked but the Buckeyes handled their business against Arkansas State with a 45-12 win at Ohio Stadium.

C.J. Stroud and Marvin Harrison were clicking, the Ohio State defense didn't give up a touchdown but it didn't feel clean the whole way through.

What're the key takeaways? THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham break down their thoughts on Snap Judgments.

(Apologies for the audio challenges, a key piece of equipment malfunctioned and was not immediately replaceable.)

Ohio State did a lot of good things in the 45-12 week two win over Arkansas State but a rewatch of the game didn't fail to bring up new questions the Buckeyes must answer.

THE Podcast's Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham break down their second thoughts as Ohio State turns its attention to a week three matchup with Toledo.

This is THE Podcast Daily for Monday, Sept. 12, 2022.

Ohio State is 2-0 but there are new questions emerging in Columbus every single week.

THE Podcast is back at Rooster's Restaurants on Olentangy River Road in Columbus to break down the Buckeyes 45-12 win over Arkansas State with former Ohio State players Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick as well as Rooster's Nicole Cox.

Who stood out in week two? How will the Buckeyes handle their penalty issues? What's up with Denzel Burke?

The gang tries to figure out those things and more in THE Live Show on Sept. 12, 2022.

Oh yeah, they also smash some delicious Rooster's food.

Ohio State has taken care of business in its first two games of the season but that doesn't mean there aren't new questions that need to be answered as the Buckeyes finish up their pre-conference schedule.

With Toledo on the slate for Saturday, what are some areas that the Ohio State football team needs to shore up?

THE Podcast's Austin Ward and Bill Landis are examining the Buckeyes biggest question marks on THE Podcast Daily for Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022.

Ohio State is back to work preparing for the third and final pre-conference football game of the 2022 season.

Buckeyes coach Ryan Day and defensive coordinator Jim Knowles met with the media on Tuesday and opened up on where the Ohio State team is and what they're hoping to see against Toledo.

THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham broke down the afternoon press conference on the latest episode of Snap Judgments.

Wednesdays are stock up days on THE Podcast Daily and Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham are giving their thoughts on which players helped themselves in the 45-12 Ohio State win over Arkansas State.

This is THE Podcast Daily for Sept. 14, 2022.

Ohio State 2023 cornerback commitment Jermaine Mathews joins THE Podcast's Jeremy Birmingham on the latest episode of Birminology.

The Winton Woods (Cincinnati) High School standout talks about his recruitment, his commitment and what he's doing to prepare for his enrollment with the Buckeyes.

Ohio State was back in front of the media on Wednesday night and a slew of Buckeyes players were present to talk about where things stand heading into the season's final pre-conference match up.

What did THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham take away from the day's events? Find out on the next episode of Snap Judgments from THE Podcast.

Ohio State is hosting in-state foe Toledo at Ohio Stadium on Saturday and Friday morning means THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham are making BOLD predictions for the weekend's prime-time matchup.

What happens at Ohio State on Saturday? Here's our take for THE Podcast Daily on Friday, Sept. 16, 2022.

Ohio State hasn't lost to an in-state opponent in more than 100 years.

Do the Toledo Rockets have what it takes to upset the Buckeyes at home on Saturday? 

THE Podcast hosts Austin Ward and Bill Landis are joined by the Toledo Blade's Kyle Rowland to break down what it would take for the Rockets to shock the world against Ohio State.

This is THE Podcast Daily for Thursday, Sept. 16, 2022.

Ohio State beats Toledo 77-21 and THE Podcast is breaking down the big win with Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham.

It was a near perfect game for the Buckeyes as they routed Toledo 77-21 on Saturday night. The offense was clicking but have new questions emerged about the Ohio State defense?

THE Podcast's Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham break down their second thoughts on the Buckeyes third win of the season ahead of the first in-conference game against Wisconsin.

This is THE Podcast Daily for Monday, Sept. 19, 2022.

There are lessons to be learned in wins just as much as losses -- even when it's a 56-point win over an undermanned in-state opponent like Toledo.

As THE Podcast returns to Rooster's Restaurants on Olentangy River Road in Columbus,  the question is what can Ohio State take away from the big win over the Rockets? 

THE Podcast's Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham are joined by Rooster's Nicole Cox and former Buckeyes players Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick to talk about that, to breakdown the game's biggest stars and to look ahead to the first conference game of the year against Wisconsin.

And yes, there's plenty of delicious Rooster's food.

With the Buckeyes first conference game within view, THE Podcast's Austin Ward and Bill Landis are previewing the week ahead as Ohio State battles injury issues and a defense that gave up a few splash plays for the first time this season.

Welcome to THE Podcast Daily for Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022.

Ohio State's defense was good most of the way against Toledo but a few big defensive breakdowns may be the first cause for concern in the Jim Knowles era.

What can the Buckeyes do to make sure the splash plays hit by the Rockets don't happen again? 

Former Ohio State captain Zach Boren joins Austin Ward of THE Podcast on the latest edition of BuckIQ.

Talking Stuff is THE Ohio State recruiting podcast on THE Podcast and the latest episode has Jeremy Birmingham and Andrew Ellis sharing their thoughts on the next visit for Keon Keeley, the battle for defensive ends and more Buckeyes recruiting stuff.

The Buckeyes are 3-0 heading into their Big Ten season opener and Wisconsin is coming into town.

What is the focus for Ohio State? What is the situation with injuries to a number of key players?

THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham break down the day's press conference from campus at Ohio State.

The Buckeyes are ready for conference play after a 3-0 start that showed their offensive might and their defensive improvements.

What Ohio State positions have been the biggest surprises? Are there any spots that have been a disappointment? 

THE Podcast Daily is breaking down the Buckeyes team position-by-position with Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham.

This is THE Podcast Daily for Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2022.

Ohio State is set for its first Big Ten game of the season as the 2-1 Wisconsin Badgers head to Columbus for a prime-time showdown with the Buckeyes.

What's going on in Madison? The Athletic's Jesse Temple has covered the Badgers for a long time and knows the Wisconsin program better than anyone. He's joined THE Podcast Daily to break down the Buckeyes and Badgers with Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham.

This is the THE Podcast Daily for Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022.

Ohio State has a number of key players still dealing with injuries as the Buckeyes prepare for Wisconsin.

Was the decision to not have Jaxon Smith-Njigba available for the media as scheduled a slice of gamesmanship from Ryan Day's program or a sign that he's more affected by his hamstring injury than previously thought?

THE Podcast's Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham break down the Wednesday evening media session on the latest edition of Snap Judgments.

It's time for BOLD predictions as Ohio State hosts Wisconsin in the 2022 Big Ten season opener.

THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham bring the bold, and weird, predictions on the latest edition of THE Podcast Daily.

Ohio State will open Big Ten play against Wisconsin on Saturday night and the Weekend Kick-Off crew is breaking down what to expect under the lights of Ohio Stadium.

What players have to step up? How do the Buckeyes stop the Badgers patented inside zone run scheme?

THE Podcast talks about that and plenty more on the latest edition of Weekend Kick-Off, brought to you by Bryant Heating & Cooling.

THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham are breaking down the Buckeyes 52-21 blowout win of Wisconsin from Ohio Stadium.

What did the Buckeyes do right? What's happening with their injury issues?

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Former Buckeyes linebacker Anthony Schlegel joins Austin Ward on THE Podcast to break down the 52-21 blowout win for Ohio State on Saturday in the Big Ten opener at the Horseshoe.

It's Monday and that means it's time for a second look at the Buckeyes latest big win on the gridiron.

Ohio State bashed Wisconsin 52-21 in primetime and did it behind a balanced offensive attack and a solid defensive effort against a big-time Badgers running back Braelon Allen.

What did THE Podcast's Jeremy Birmingham and Bill Landis see as they took a second look at the Big Ten conference opener? 

That's what we're breaking down on THE Podcast Daily for Monday, Sept. 26, 2022.

Ohio State played near perfect football against Wisconsin but what re the remaining questions that the Buckeyes need to answer on their way to a national title?

That's one of the conversations on Monday afternoon from Rooster's Restaurant on Olentangy River Road where THE Podcast's Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham are joined by former Ohio State players Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick.

It's a fun, casual conversation with football and delicious Rooster's food.

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Ohio State is back to work on Tuesday after a light day on Monday and the Buckeyes head coach will once again head to the podium to break down his team with the assembled media.

What are the biggest questions that THE Podcast's Austin Ward and Bill Landis will have for Ryan Day as Ohio State turns its focus to the Rutgers Scarlet Knights?

That's the topic of THE Podcast Daily for Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2022.

Chris Holtmann, the head coach of the Ohio State basketball team, sits down with THE Podcast's Austin Ward and Bill Landis to give his thoughts on his latest Buckeyes basketball squad, how he'll deal with a brand new roster and how he and his program are working to manage -- and elevate -- expectations in Columbus.

THE Podcast is back with another episode of Snap Judgments from the Woody Hayes Athletic Center.

Ohio State is preparing for Rutgers and head coach Ryan Day, cornerbacks coach Tim Walton and offensive x-factor Mitch Rossi met with the media to talk about the Wisconsin win, the Buckeyes injury situation and more.

Austin Ward,  Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham break down the Tuesday press conference and what things were the biggest takeaways on the day.

What players have stepped up for the Buckeyes?

Some of the names are expected but in a season that's been rife with injury concerns, Ohio State is getting some key contributions from unexpected sources.

THE Podcast Daily for Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2022 is all about who is up next for Ryan Day and his team.

Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham give their thoughts in the latest Buckeyes stock watch.

The Buckeyes took what is likely their final swing for 5-star defensive end Keon Keeley and now Ohio State has to wait for the Tampa (Fla.) standout to take his next trip to the always-dangerous Alabama Crimson Tide.

What should be the recruiting message from Ohio State to Keeley moving forward? 

That's the main topic in tonight's episode of Talking Stuff, THE Ohio State recruiting podcast hosted by Jeremy Birmingham and Andrew Ellis.

Ohio State isn't huge on taking transfers but when Jim Knowles came to Columbus he knew he wanted to bring safety Tanner McCalister with him.

McCalister is getting comfortable with the Buckeyes and his performance against Wisconsin was his best yet.

What did former Ohio State captain Zach Boren think about the game McCalister played? He breaks that down with THE Podcast's Austin Ward on the latest episode of BuckIQ.

What's the worst thing that can happen for Ohio State on Saturday that isn't a devastating injury or a monumental, once-in-a-lifetime upset loss to Rutgers?

That's what THE Podcast Daily is trying to sort out on the latest edition of the THE Podcast Daily with Austin Ward, Jeremy Birmingham and Bill Landis.

Welcome to Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022.

Ohio State's defense is comfortable, confident and looking forward to another test as Rutgers heads to Columbus for the fifth straight Buckeyes home game.

On Wednesday, a handful of Ohio State players met the media to discuss where the Buckeyes find themselves head of the season's second Big Ten contest.

THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham are giving their thoughts on the evening's availability in the latest episode of Snap Judgments.

Ohio State is more than a five touchdown favorite against Rutgers and that means Scarlet Knights coach Greg Schiano will have to pull out all the stops to try and upset the Buckeyes.

Will Ryan Day and his coaching staff decide to do some tricks of their own? 

That's one of the things THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham are discussing on THE Podcast Daily for Friday, Sept. 30, 2022.

Bold Predictions style.

Former NFL offensive tackle Reid Fragel joins THE Podcast's Bill Landis to analyze how Ohio State was able to beat up Wisconsin at the point of attack.

This is BuckIQ.

Ohio State commitment Mark Fletcher joins Birminology on THE Podcast to break down the latest in his recruitment as he heads toward a hopeful state championship in his senior year of high school.