Locked On Buckeyes - Daily Podcast On Ohio State Buckeyes Football & Basketball

Ohio State Buckeyes shake up the college football world with the controversial hire of Arthur Smith as offensive coordinator. Is Ryan Day risking it all by bringing in an NFL ground-and-pound specialist to lead a roster stacked with stars like Jeremiah Smith, Julian Sayin, and Chris Henry Jr.—or could this move unlock a championship run in Columbus?

Jay Stephens and Mo Murphy dissect the fanbase's skepticism, exploring whether Smith...

Ohio State Buckeyes shake up the college football landscape by hiring NFL-proven offensive mind Arthur Smith as their new offensive coordinator. Can Smith’s transition from head coach of the Atlanta Falcons and coordinator for the Pittsburgh Steelers spark a new era of explosive offense in Columbus? With Ryan Day at the helm and Matt Patricia expected to remain as defensive coordinator, the Buckeyes’ coaching staff boasts unprecede...

College Football’s playoff shakeup sparks fierce debate: will a 12-team format fuel a new Ohio State dynasty? Jay Stephens breaks down what the upcoming College Football Playoff structure means for the Buckeyes, exploring how head coach Ryan Day and Ohio State’s elite roster are positioned to thrive. As the Big Ten and SEC battle over potential expansions to 16 or even 24 teams, the current 12-team playoff could play perfectly into...

Big Ten powers shake up college football’s landscape as Indiana clinches a third straight national championship, leaving SEC fans and legends like Nick Saban searching for answers. Can the Big Ten’s dominance continue, and what does the rise of NIL spending mean for upcoming playoff scenarios? Hosts Spencer McLaughlin, Mark Culkin, and Roman Tomashoff tackle the drama—debating Ohio State’s loaded 2026 schedule, USC’s playoff hopes ...

Ohio State Buckeyes eye a breakthrough season as Julian Sayin prepares to elevate his game. Can Sayin transform last year’s Heisman finalist nod into a national championship run? With key matchups against Texas, Michigan, and new-look Oregon and USC on the horizon, fans are asking if Sayin and star wideout Jeremiah Smith can take the Buckeyes’ offense to elite heights.

Jay Stephens explores the evolving quarterback room dynamic, spo...

Ohio State Buckeyes gear up for a high-stakes 2026 season with championship ambitions and a roster stacked with talent. Can Ryan Day shake off last year's disappointment and restore Big Ten dominance? With Julian Sayin’s pinpoint accuracy at quarterback and Jeremiah Smith leading the offense, the Buckeyes’ revamped defense adds proven starters like Earl Little Jr. and Terry Moore. Is this the year Ohio State finally reclaims the co...

Ohio State Buckeyes set their sights on leaving no doubt in the 2026 season—can Ryan Day’s renewed championship mindset fuel another title run? Veteran leaders like Julian Sayin, Jeremiah Smith, and Jalyn McClain anchor a reshaped roster facing tough challenges, including showdowns against Michigan, Texas, and USC. With 31 scholarship players lost and a wave of new talent arriving, will Ryan Day and his staff maximize the team’s me...

Ohio State Buckeyes overhaul their roster with strategic transfer portal moves—can Ryan Day’s calculated approach fuel a new era of dominance? Losing 31 scholarship players but netting veteran talents like Qua Russaw, James Smith, and John Walker on the defensive line, plus experienced additions at quarterback and receiver, the Buckeyes keep their championship ambitions alive even as other teams scramble and overpay.

Jay Stephens an...

Ohio State Buckeyes bolster their roster with key SEC and ACC transfers—can Ryan Day’s squad reload for a national title push? Ja'Kobi Jackson (Florida), Cam Calhoun (Alabama), Terry Moore (Duke), and Earl Little Jr. (Florida State) headline the Buckeyes’ aggressive off-season. Jay Stephens breaks down the impact of these pickups, spotlighting how veteran experience and depth address crucial needs at running back and in the seconda...

Will Indiana secure a historic third straight Big Ten national championship, or can Miami pull off an upset at home? The panel breaks down the surprising Indiana vs. Miami title matchup, spotlighting Fernando Mendoza’s efficiency, Miami’s home-field advantage, and the impact of dynamic stars like Elijah Surratt. The crew debates why traditional powerhouses like Oregon, USC, and UCLA are chasing the Hoosiers, and what it will take f...

Ohio State secures invaluable continuity amidst an offseason of major shifts. Can retaining key starters and assistant coaches give the Buckeyes the edge they need for a title run? Jay Stephens spotlights Ryan Day’s strategic roster management, discusses crucial returning talent like Carson Hinzman and Carnell Tate, and examines whether recent departures could disrupt Ohio State’s championship aspirations.

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Ohio State Buckeyes face pivotal NFL Draft decisions as rising stars Kayden McDonald and Arvell Reese take center stage. Is betting on yourself the right move after just one year as a full-time starter? Jay Stephens and NFL Draft analyst Ryan Roberts break down McDonald's first-round potential, dominant nose tackle play, and Reese’s sky-high upside as a top-five pick, examining how each player’s skill set and development timeline i...

Ohio State Buckeyes face a pivotal offseason as 31 players exit via the transfer portal—yet Ryan Day isn’t scrambling, he’s recalibrating for a championship run. Can Day’s blend of young five-star recruits and experienced transfers keep the Buckeyes elite, or does heavy portal reliance risk chemistry issues ahead of the 2026 football season?

Jay Stephens and Jeff Hunt break down Ohio State’s portal strategy, dissect recent roster sh...

Ohio State Buckeyes score a massive offseason victory by keeping their offensive core—featuring Julian Sayin, Bo Jackson, Jeremiah Smith, and Brandon Inniss—intact despite fierce transfer portal activity. Can Ryan Day’s squad capitalize on this rare stability to dominate the Big Ten and make another run at a national title?

Jay Stephens spotlights the significance of player retention, assesses the impact of adding veteran presence l...

Ohio State Buckeyes secure a major victory as Brandon Innis commits to stay, providing much-needed stability amid transfer portal chaos. With Carnell Tate heading to the NFL Draft and multiple receivers departing, can Ennis’s leadership elevate the Buckeyes’ offense? The addition of UTSA transfer Devin McCuin and the pursuit of more portal talent signal a fierce upcoming competition for key roles in the wide receiver room.

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Ohio State Buckeyes face a pivotal offseason as a wave of wide receivers—including Carnell Tate, Quincy Porter, and Bryson Rodgers—hit the transfer portal, opening opportunities and raising key questions about depth and leadership. Can new wide receivers coach bring fresh talent to Columbus and maintain the Buckeyes’ recruiting pipeline? With Jeremiah Smith and Chris Henry Jr. likely headlining the offense, will the transfer portal...

Ohio State Buckeyes face a pivotal offseason as coordinator uncertainty threatens their 2026 ambitions. Can Ryan Day secure splash hires at offensive and defensive coordinator to keep the Buckeyes at the top of college football? Jay Stephens and Jeff Hunt break down the urgent need for fresh leadership, question Day’s loyalty-based staff decisions, and explore outside-the-box options—like tapping rising FCS coaching talent—to injec...

Ohio State faces a stunning setback as Quincy Porter, once pegged as a future starting wide receiver, enters the transfer portal, raising questions about player development, coaching changes, and the Buckeyes’ ongoing search for an offensive coordinator. Justin Terry, another potential multi-year contributor on the offensive line, also departs, deepening concerns about team depth amid a wave of 22 portal entries. Is Columbus losing...

Big Ten powers surge toward another national championship as Indiana crushes Alabama 38-3, shaking the college football landscape. Can Oregon or Indiana claim the crown and continue the conference’s dominance? Spencer McLaughlin leads the roundtable with Craig Shemon, Jacob Goins, Ryan Herrings, and others, unpacking Kurt Signetti’s meteoric rise, Indiana’s ferocious defense, and the SEC’s fading mystique. Insights abound on Oregon...