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Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · 1d

Is Ohio State's offense playing too slow? In this episode w/ Jeff Hunt:

• Analyzing OSU's offensive pace and its impact
• Spotlight on defensive standouts like Caden Curry

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Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · 2d

Ohio State's O-line recruiting heats up! 🔥

• Buckeyes flip in-state OL Landry Brede from NC State
• Tyler Bowen's first recruiting class gets an __ grade
• 2026 class nearly complete?

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Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · 3d

Julian Sayin's command of Ohio State's offense is turning heads. In this episode:

• Sayin's poise against Illinois
• Potential new defensive wrinkle

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Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · 5d

Ohio State availability report for road game against Illinois

Out
DT Eddric Houston
TE Max LeBlanc
QB Mason Maggs
DT Eric Mensah
WR Bryson Rodgers
RB Anthony “Turbo” Rogers
DT Maxwell Roy
S Deshawn Stewart
DB Lorenzo Styles Jr.
DT Ahmed Tounkara
WR Preston Wolfe

Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · 5d

Score prediction for Ohio State’s road game against Illinois.

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Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · 7d

Is Ohio State's rushing attack championship-caliber? In this episode:

• Bo Jackson's ceiling
• The crucial right guard position
• Potential NCAA rule change benefiting CJ Hicks

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Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · 8d

Is Ryan Day finally the CEO Ohio State needs? In this episode w/ Jeff Hunt:

• Day's evolution as a head coach
• Concerns about OSU's run game
• Hartline's play-calling under scrutiny

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Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · 12d

Score prediction for Ohio State’s homecoming game against Minnesota.

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Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · 12d

Get up! It’s GameDay!! 🌰

🎙️Noah Eagle | Todd Blackledge | Kathryn Tappen
💵 Ohio State -23.5 | O/U 42.5 via @fdsportsbook

Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · 13d

Will Ohio State unleash their full offensive potential against Minnesota? w/ Jeff Hunt

• Analyzing Julian Sayin's on-the-job training
• The case for a more aggressive, up-tempo offense

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Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · 15d

Ryan Day's secret to building champions? Discomfort.

• Why Ohio State can't get comfortable at #1
• The players giving Buckeyes an edge

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Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · 16d

Ohio State's defense is the real MVP 🔥 In this episode:

• Silver Bullets holding opponents to 9 points or less
• Matt Patricia's chameleon-like defensive schemes

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Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · 17d

Is Julian Sayin already the Big Ten's best QB? This episode breaks down:

• Sayin's impressive stats vs other conference QBs
• Why Ohio State's offense may be holding him back

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Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · 19d

Score prediction for Ohio State’s road game against Washington.

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Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · Sep 3

Ohio State's #1, but are they perfect? In this episode:

• Room for growth despite Texas win
• Ryan Day's surprising 2-word praise for QB Julian Sayin
• Freshmen making immediate impact

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Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · Aug 30

Ohio State shocks #1 Texas! 🏈 In this episode:

• Defense dominates with 4 crucial 4th down stops
• Julian Sayin's debut
• Matt Patricia's defensive masterclass

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Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · Aug 21

🚨 Mailbag Time! 🚨

The final Friday show before Ohio State’s first game week is almost here, and I want to hear from YOU. Drop your questions below ⬇️ — about the team, the season ahead, matchups, or anything Buckeyes-related — and I’ll feature as many as I can on the show!

Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · Aug 20

Should Ryan Day call plays against Texas? Brian Hartline's big test:

• Leaning on Day's expertise
• Balancing sideline vs. press box
• Heartline's on-the-job training

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Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · Aug 18

Julian Sayin named Ohio State's QB1! What's next for the Buckeyes?

• Sayin's path to starter & what set him apart
• How OSU's offense may change
• Top priorities on Sayin's to-do list

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Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · Aug 6

Ryan Day raves about Julian Sayin's "traits". What does this mean for OSU's QB battle?

• Sayin's quick release compared to Dwayne Haskins
• Possible O-line shakeup with Siereveld at LT

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Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · Jul 29

The Ohio State women’s basketball team will face TCU in the second annual Coretta Scott King Classic on MLK Day at the Prudential Center in New Jersey. Tipoff is noon on FOX. The event honors Coretta Scott King and the King family’s legacy.

Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · Jul 17

Big Ten stands firm in CFP talks! In this episode:

• Tony Petitti protects Ohio State's playoff path
• Analyzing potential 2026 playoff formats
• 4-star DB flips from Buckeyes to Tar Heels

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Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · Jul 14

Can Caden Curry elevate Ohio State's defense? In this episode:

• Curry's expanded role and leadership potential
• What makes him a playmaker on defense
• How he impacts special teams

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Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · Jul 7

Ohio State's 2026 class is heating up! 🔥 In this episode:

• Buckeyes flip 3-star DT Jamir Perez from Florida
• Target number for 2026 class

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Jay Stephens @jaystephens07.bsky.social · Jul 4

Luke Fahey commits! What does this mean for OSU's future? In this episode:

• Fahey fills crucial QB need for 2026 class

• Felix Ojo decision coming - will he be next?

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