Lori Schmidt
@lorischmidt.dispatch.com
Twitter refugee. (Thanks, Alex!) Columbus Dispatch assistant sports editor, who's covered the Buckeyes, CBJ, NFL & more. Pickerington Tiger, Ohio grad, basketball official. Hatters Gonna Hat.
I used to LOVE doing this feature. Unfortunately, we couldn't get enough people to read it to make it worth continuing.
And of this series, this interview with JSN was one of my favorites.
Thanks so much for remembering it! That means a lot.
And of this series, this interview with JSN was one of my favorites.
Thanks so much for remembering it! That means a lot.
Hey @lorischmidt.dispatch.com watching JSN get the NFL Offensive Player of the Year reminded me of your interview with him.
My wife and I still talk about this and his plant. It’s one of our favorite things.
Thank you.
Full article -> www.dispatch.com/story/sports...
My wife and I still talk about this and his plant. It’s one of our favorite things.
Thank you.
Full article -> www.dispatch.com/story/sports...
February 8, 2026 at 12:18 AM
I used to LOVE doing this feature. Unfortunately, we couldn't get enough people to read it to make it worth continuing.
And of this series, this interview with JSN was one of my favorites.
Thanks so much for remembering it! That means a lot.
And of this series, this interview with JSN was one of my favorites.
Thanks so much for remembering it! That means a lot.
Proposed Olympics drinking game:
-Curling baby? Drink.
-Shirtless Tongan? Drink.
-White broadcaster tries to sound hip by calling him "Snoop D-O-Double-G?" Drink.
-Ohio State women's hockey player scores? Please, drink responsibly.
-NBC goes to break with a shot of the Olympic torch? Drink.
-Curling baby? Drink.
-Shirtless Tongan? Drink.
-White broadcaster tries to sound hip by calling him "Snoop D-O-Double-G?" Drink.
-Ohio State women's hockey player scores? Please, drink responsibly.
-NBC goes to break with a shot of the Olympic torch? Drink.
February 6, 2026 at 8:12 PM
Proposed Olympics drinking game:
-Curling baby? Drink.
-Shirtless Tongan? Drink.
-White broadcaster tries to sound hip by calling him "Snoop D-O-Double-G?" Drink.
-Ohio State women's hockey player scores? Please, drink responsibly.
-NBC goes to break with a shot of the Olympic torch? Drink.
-Curling baby? Drink.
-Shirtless Tongan? Drink.
-White broadcaster tries to sound hip by calling him "Snoop D-O-Double-G?" Drink.
-Ohio State women's hockey player scores? Please, drink responsibly.
-NBC goes to break with a shot of the Olympic torch? Drink.
This Sunday, Mike Vrabel could become the second Buckeye football player to win the Super Bowl as a coach. Who was first?
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Which former Ohio State player has already coached Super Bowl winner?
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel, a former Ohio State player, is in Super Bowl 60. Find out if any other Ohio State coaches have won the big game.
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February 6, 2026 at 7:39 PM
This Sunday, Mike Vrabel could become the second Buckeye football player to win the Super Bowl as a coach. Who was first?
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I am glad, but not surprised, to learn that the Capitals recognize Bailey Johnson's professionalism.
February 5, 2026 at 5:12 PM
I am glad, but not surprised, to learn that the Capitals recognize Bailey Johnson's professionalism.
(Public service announcement voice) It's 8:45 a.m. Do you know where your Mike Conley is? www.usatoday.com/story/sports...
Former Grizzlies star Mike Conley traded for second time at NBA deadline
Former Grizzlies guard Mike Conley was traded for the second time in two days as the NBA trade deadline looms on Feb. 5.
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February 5, 2026 at 1:45 PM
(Public service announcement voice) It's 8:45 a.m. Do you know where your Mike Conley is? www.usatoday.com/story/sports...
Here is what the Bible says in Matthew 5:46-48 about just loving "the people on the inside."
February 4, 2026 at 5:24 PM
Here is what the Bible says in Matthew 5:46-48 about just loving "the people on the inside."
I worked with Bailey at The Dispatch. She is so supremely talented, and she's too good for the Washington Post. I can't wait to see her next chapter.
February 4, 2026 at 3:17 PM
I worked with Bailey at The Dispatch. She is so supremely talented, and she's too good for the Washington Post. I can't wait to see her next chapter.
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Ja'Marr Chase knocked away a Jared Goff pass, followed that up by picking him off and running it back for 6 with a backflip into the end zone
February 4, 2026 at 1:52 AM
Ja'Marr Chase knocked away a Jared Goff pass, followed that up by picking him off and running it back for 6 with a backflip into the end zone
True story: I was asking a question at a Blue Jackets press conference when the coach, a good guy having a bad night, yelled at me. The next reporter called on repeated my question.
I will never cease be grateful to Shawn Mitchell for that. And the coach never refused to answer a question again...
I will never cease be grateful to Shawn Mitchell for that. And the coach never refused to answer a question again...
This keeps happening, and the other reporters keep acting like it’s business as usual. I’m losing my mind.
If I was in a press conference and a public official did this, I’d immediately walk out.
If I was in a press conference and a public official did this, I’d immediately walk out.
KAITLAN COLLINS: What would say to Epstein survivo---
TRUMP: You are so bad. You are the worst report. No wonder CNN has no ratings. She's a young woman. I don't think I've ever seen you smile. They should be ashamed of you.
TRUMP: You are so bad. You are the worst report. No wonder CNN has no ratings. She's a young woman. I don't think I've ever seen you smile. They should be ashamed of you.
February 4, 2026 at 2:56 AM
True story: I was asking a question at a Blue Jackets press conference when the coach, a good guy having a bad night, yelled at me. The next reporter called on repeated my question.
I will never cease be grateful to Shawn Mitchell for that. And the coach never refused to answer a question again...
I will never cease be grateful to Shawn Mitchell for that. And the coach never refused to answer a question again...
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Vonn says she has torn ACL and meniscus damage but knee feels stable so she’s going to give it a go Sunday
February 3, 2026 at 2:59 PM
Vonn says she has torn ACL and meniscus damage but knee feels stable so she’s going to give it a go Sunday
Big news! Olympic soccer is coming to Columbus. www.dispatch.com/story/sports...
Columbus selected as a host city for 2028 Olympic soccer tournaments
Columbus' ScottsMiracle-Gro Field will be one of seven venues hosting men's and women's soccer matches at the 2028 Olympic Games.
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February 3, 2026 at 12:52 PM
Big news! Olympic soccer is coming to Columbus. www.dispatch.com/story/sports...
Before this news broke, this was Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett on her visit with Liam: "He was so lethargic, he was never alert the entire time we were there. I was very, very concerned about his health."
To be clear, her thought at the time was that he was extremely depressed.
To be clear, her thought at the time was that he was extremely depressed.
ICE now confirming that there is a measles outbreak at the Texas concentration camp where young Liam was held.
February 2, 2026 at 12:53 AM
Before this news broke, this was Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett on her visit with Liam: "He was so lethargic, he was never alert the entire time we were there. I was very, very concerned about his health."
To be clear, her thought at the time was that he was extremely depressed.
To be clear, her thought at the time was that he was extremely depressed.
Defenseman Zach Werenski has tied former Columbus forward Artemi Panarin (50 GP in 2018-19) as the fastest Blue Jackets player to reach 60 points in a single season.
February 1, 2026 at 2:39 PM
Defenseman Zach Werenski has tied former Columbus forward Artemi Panarin (50 GP in 2018-19) as the fastest Blue Jackets player to reach 60 points in a single season.
"Who better than a SEAL — I guess maybe a working mom? I will take down a SEAL any time," Nadine Muzerall joked.
Meet the coach whose tough love has made Ohio State a factory for Winter Olympians.
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Meet the coach whose tough love has made Ohio State a factory for Winter Olympians.
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Meet the best OSU coach you may not know. Muzerall builds hockey dominance
With "tough love" and high standards, coach Nadine Muzerall has turned Ohio State into a hockey powerhouse and Olympic factory.
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February 1, 2026 at 2:10 PM
"Who better than a SEAL — I guess maybe a working mom? I will take down a SEAL any time," Nadine Muzerall joked.
Meet the coach whose tough love has made Ohio State a factory for Winter Olympians.
www.dispatch.com/story/sports...
Meet the coach whose tough love has made Ohio State a factory for Winter Olympians.
www.dispatch.com/story/sports...
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Columbus Crew are finalizing a trade with Atlanta United for backup striker Jamal Thiare two days after word broke of the Jacen Russell-Rowe transfer.
Columbus Crew finalizing trade with Atlanta United for Jamal Thiare
Columbus Crew are finalizing a trade with Atlanta United for backup striker Jamal Thiare two days after word broke of the Jacen Russell-Rowe transfer.
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February 1, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Columbus Crew are finalizing a trade with Atlanta United for backup striker Jamal Thiare two days after word broke of the Jacen Russell-Rowe transfer.
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Five straight Ws for the #CBJ ... who moved to within four points of the Islanders for third in the Metro, and they've got a game in hand.
Recap of their 5-3 win in St. Louis ->
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Recap of their 5-3 win in St. Louis ->
www.dispatch.com/story/sports...
Columbus Blue Jackets down St. Louis Blues for fifth straight win
Columbus Blue Jackets fend off late push from St. Louis Blues to win 5-3 for season-high fifth straight victory.
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February 1, 2026 at 3:22 AM
Five straight Ws for the #CBJ ... who moved to within four points of the Islanders for third in the Metro, and they've got a game in hand.
Recap of their 5-3 win in St. Louis ->
www.dispatch.com/story/sports...
Recap of their 5-3 win in St. Louis ->
www.dispatch.com/story/sports...
Welp. Charlie Coyle has gone ice cold. It's been a whole game since he's scored a goal.
February 1, 2026 at 2:41 AM
Welp. Charlie Coyle has gone ice cold. It's been a whole game since he's scored a goal.
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Ohio State battled early but couldn't get nearly enough defensive stops to win at Wisconsin. Here are three quick takes from the Kohl Center.
3 takeaways from Ohio State basketball's loss at Wisconsin: Jardy
Ohio State battled early but couldn't get nearly enough defensive stops to win at Wisconsin. Here are three quick takes from the Kohl Center.
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February 1, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Ohio State battled early but couldn't get nearly enough defensive stops to win at Wisconsin. Here are three quick takes from the Kohl Center.
I'm not sure if the Blues played "Day-O" in honor of Catherine O'Hara. But if so? Huge ups to the game ops staff in St. Louis.
February 1, 2026 at 12:15 AM
I'm not sure if the Blues played "Day-O" in honor of Catherine O'Hara. But if so? Huge ups to the game ops staff in St. Louis.
Why is MSN using this pretty obviously AI-generated photo of Elizabeth Warren scowling? I cannot find the pic via a reverse image search, and it's uncredited within the story.
January 31, 2026 at 8:14 PM
Why is MSN using this pretty obviously AI-generated photo of Elizabeth Warren scowling? I cannot find the pic via a reverse image search, and it's uncredited within the story.
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Columbus Crew are finalizing a deal to send forward Jacen Russell-Rowe to France's Toulouse FC, a source has confirmed.
Columbus Crew finalizing deal to send Jacen Russell-Rowe to France
Columbus Crew are finalizing a deal to send forward Jacen Russell-Rowe to France's Toulouse FC, a source has confirmed.
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January 30, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Columbus Crew are finalizing a deal to send forward Jacen Russell-Rowe to France's Toulouse FC, a source has confirmed.
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Somehow we are on the 800th day of January.
January 29, 2026 at 2:39 AM
Somehow we are on the 800th day of January.
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WARNING, fellow journalists: As @nicoschmidt.io explains, attackers are trying to hijack reporters' Signal accounts by tricking people into handing over their 2FA codes. www.linkedin.com/posts/nicosc...
January 28, 2026 at 7:49 PM
WARNING, fellow journalists: As @nicoschmidt.io explains, attackers are trying to hijack reporters' Signal accounts by tricking people into handing over their 2FA codes. www.linkedin.com/posts/nicosc...