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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ohio State heads into Week 2 of spring practice as it continues its early preparation for the 2026 season. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss the most intriguing topics on their minds heading into the week pertaining to OSU's defensive line, linebackers and tight ends. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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

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

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