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Buckeye Talk: Ohio State podcast by cleveland.com

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Ohio State Football
Ohio State
Ohio State University
Ryan Day
College Football Playoff
Jeremiah Smith
Michigan
Big Ten
Texas
Heisman Trophy
Transfer Portal
Julian Sayin
Recruiting
Big Ten Championship
Brian Hartline
College Football
Julian Sand
NFL Draft
Penn State
National Championship

The latest analysis on Ohio State football, basketball and recruiting from cleveland.com's Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis. Usually, quite a good time.

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Latest Episodes

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the most interesting things observed and heard at Ohio State's third June recruiting camp.

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If you were to make a Mount Rushmore of Ohio State football players strictly from the Ryan Day era, who would you choose?

That's what Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss on this episode of Buckeye Talk. With the help of the sub... more

What are the most important moments in the history of Ohio State football?

These are the moments that define the program, paving the way for where it is today. They span over 100 years, interweaving themselves into the fabric of the sport.

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It’s Week 3 of official visit season for Ohio State, meaning another group of important 2027 targets will be on campus.

This third weekend features OSU's largest group of the summer with nine people already scheduled to be in town. Headlining that ... more

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Recent Guests

Carlos Locklyn
Ohio State running backs coach
Ohio State University
Episode: Why Ohio State isn't actually concerned about its youngest offensive position
Matt Patricia
Head coach/defensive coordinator (visit on show)
Ohio State (as DC)
Episode: Reactions to Matt Patricia and Ohio State's fourth spring practice
James Smith
Alabama transfer
Alabama (transfer to Ohio State)
Episode: Reactions to Matt Patricia and Ohio State's fourth spring practice
Garrett Stover
Linebacker
Ohio State
Episode: Reactions to Matt Patricia and Ohio State's fourth spring practice
Jermaine Matthews
Cornerback
Ohio State
Episode: Reactions to Matt Patricia and Ohio State's fourth spring practice
Cortez Hankton
NFL coach
NFL
Episode: What Ohio State’s Pro Day revealed about the 2025 season
Urban Meyer
Former college coach referenced in discussion
College Football
Episode: What Ohio State’s Pro Day revealed about the 2025 season
Arthur Smith
NFL offensive coordinator, former OC/HC in NFL
Ohio State (guest)
Episode: First impressions of Arthur Smith and Ohio State's third spring practice
Julian Sayin
Ohio State quarterback prospect, invited guest
Ohio State
Episode: Julian Sayin's growth, Ohio State's offense and who stood out during spring practice

Hosts

Stephen Means
Host with Cleveland.com OSU beat coverage; long-running Buckeye football analysis presence.
Stefan Krajisnik
Co-host with OSU beat reporting and Buckeye coverage; known for analytical and debate-driven segments.
Andrew Gillis
Co-host covering OSU recruiting, game previews, and roster development.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2.3k ratings
  • Buckeye talk is elite

    this is my favourite ohio state podcast that’s out there, i’m subbed to the text chain and i gotta say it’s fantastic. news reported fast and great analysis of our team and hypotheticals. From the 604 i love you guys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OTgenasis
    Canada4 months ago
  • Michigan Fan

    The title says it all. And everything one would infer about a Michigan fan’s perspective of OSU applies. I hate them but the program is a model of sustained excellence. My respect for Stephen elevated when he questioned the hiring of Matt Patricia (also a Lions fan). Keep the honesty 💯 and I’ll keep listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RobertTop5
    United Statesa year ago
  • Very worthwhile

    Love the podcast. I learn so much and am always impressed by the depth of conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KHBuckeye
    United Statesa year ago
  • Decent, but not as good as it once was.

    I have been listening to Buckeye talk for years now, probably since before Covid, and this pod has just kinda gone downhill with the current 3 hosts, Stephen argues and teases too much and it’s exhausting. It’s an alright podcast for news and coverage but there are much better pods if your looking for people too enjoy listening too, (such as Buckeye Huddle) Buckeye talk does have a text subscription service that I have been apart of for years and It’s definitely worth it, so I would suggest subs... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Xdavis23
    United Statesa year ago
  • TPA Buck

    Good crew and good topics!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TPA Buck
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise fast news coverage and deep OSU analysis.
Some listeners feel the dynamic is too partisan or repetitive at times; healthily debated but divisive opinions can occur.
Guests and topics around recruiting and NFL draft generate strong engagement and interest for sponsorship.
Chemistry and banter among hosts are a strong draw for fans.

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#146
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#80
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#121
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#134
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#142
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#217
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ohio State's ultimate quarterback what if and an unfiltered Ryan Day
Q: Do you think the five-year eligibility rule can positively impact special teams by allowing more freshmen to contribute without burning red shirts?
Yes, the rule would enable more freshmen to play on special teams, giving them meaningful reps and allowing the coaching staff to deploy players more flexibly across the roster, which should strengthen depth and potentially improve performance in key units.
What’s up with Ohio State football’s wide receivers heading into 2026 spring practice?
Q: What is the number one goal for the wide receiver room by the end of the spring game?
Identify who your second best receiver is and have it be clear.
Where Ohio State ranks in our six tiers of the Big Ten in 2026
Q: If Indiana wins that game, do we switch our order?
It would depend on the prior couple of weeks and how both teams are approaching the season.
Bo Jackson, Arvell Reese and evaluating Ohio State's running back and linebacker rooms
Q: Stefan, exceeding, meeting or failing short of expectations for the running backs?
I think I'm going to go with meeting expectations just in a very roundabout way and maybe not the way we necessarily predicted it to happen.
Bo Jackson, Arvell Reese and evaluating Ohio State's running back and linebacker rooms
Q: Andrew, starting with the running backs, bunch of different guys ended up getting a lot of carries. Were they exceeding, meeting or falling short of expectations?
The expectation should probably be a little bit higher, but in terms of what you had to deal with, in terms of who you had in the room and like realistic expectations, they were right on par with it.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show offers high-energy Ohio State football analysis with a strong bias toward in-depth game breakdowns, recruiting insights, and NFL draft implications. Episodes frequently feature long-form discussions on quarterback development, roster strategy, schedules, and potential impacts of conference realignment or expanded playoffs, all anchored by hosts who share Ohio State coverage and local fan perspective. A notable strength is the chemistry among the three regular hosts, providing brisk back-and-forth banter, data-driven takes, and on-the-ground reporting from the OSU beat. This mix makes it useful for listeners who want informed, opinionated Buckeye coverage and eager-to-translate insights for sponsorship or guest opportunities tied to... more

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