Buckeye Film Breakdown

Ohio State went into Kinnick and took care of business. The Buckeyes beat Iowa 31–14, dominated the line of scrimmage, held the Hawkeyes to just 39 rushing yards, and got another record-setting performance from Jeremiah Smith. On this episode of BFB, we break down how Ohio State won the game, what stood out on both sides of the ball, and what this performance tells us about the Buckeyes moving for...

Ohio State has already been tested on the road this season. The Buckeyes went into Austin and came within one point of beating Texas. Now they get another ranked opponent away from home — this time in Big Ten play, against a 4–0 Iowa team that just went into Ann Arbor and beat Michigan. Iowa presents a different challenge. The Hawkeyes are running the football with multiple backs, Hank Brown has p...

The Illinois game is over. The film has been watched. Now we’re starting to get an idea of how Ohio State is responding to it. Ryan Day and Kenyatta Jackson both addressed the media Tuesday, and there was a pretty clear theme running through both press conferences: Do your job. Day talked about defensive execution, creating more pressure, getting more production from the defensive line and not try...

Big Ten football is about more than getting out to a lead. It’s about finishing. Ohio State built a 28–10 halftime lead against Illinois, but the Illini didn’t simply go away. They continued to run the football, made some explosive plays and put pressure on the Buckeyes to answer. And Ohio State did. A 19-play, 97-yard drive. Another touchdown from Jeremiah Smith. A defense that eventually got the...

The non-conference schedule is behind us. Now the real season begins. Illinois brings a new-look defense, an efficient quarterback in Katin Houser and one of the nation’s most productive receivers in Collin Dixon. We’ll break down what the Buckeyes need to be ready for, the matchups we’re watching and the keys to the game. Then we’ll put our predictions on the table — score, MVP, biggest matchup a...

The non-conference schedule is over. Now the real work begins. Ryan Day met with the media Tuesday ahead of Ohio State’s Big Ten opener against Illinois, and there was plenty to unpack. Day addressed the areas that still need to improve, including third down, finishing drives in the red zone, special teams and the running game . He also challenged his running backs to “run angry” and said how they...

Ohio State did exactly what it needed to do against Kent State — win 59–3, build some confidence and move forward. There were plenty of positives, from Jeremiah Smith making more history to Brandon Inniss’ incredible Hail Mary catch and Jason Moore continuing to emerge. But there are still things the Buckeyes need to shore up before Big Ten play begins. In this preview, we take a quick look back a...

The Texas game is over. It still hurts, but it’s time to close the door on Austin and move forward. In this preview , Jake Burns from Browns Film Breakdown joins us to break down what we saw from Ohio State on both sides of the ball. What did the Buckeyes do well? Where did things break down? And what can we take from the Texas game without allowing one fourth quarter to define this team? Then we...

The Texas game is over. The disappointment is real. But now comes the most important part. What does Ohio State do next? The Buckeyes walked out of Austin with a loss, but they also walked out with a pretty clear picture of what this team can be — and what it still needs to become. Ohio State showed it can go toe-to-toe with an elite team on the road. Jeremiah Smith showed he can take over against...

Ohio State had Texas right where it wanted them. A 20-point lead. One quarter to play. Then everything changed. The Longhorns stormed back with 21 unanswered points, scored the go-ahead touchdown with 25 seconds remaining, and escaped with a 24–23 victory. So what happened? On the BFB Monday Debrief , we’re going back through the game and breaking down the biggest moments, the fourth-quarter colla...

Julian Sayin couldn’t have asked for a much better start to the 2026 season. Against Ball State, Sayin completed 21 of 25 passes for 320 yards and three touchdowns. But now comes the test that matters: Texas. On this episode of Buckeye Film Breakdown, we’re asking a simple question: What does Ohio State actually need from Julian Sayin to beat the Longhorns? Does he need to put up big numbers? Can...

The Buckeyes handled business in Week 1. Now, the difficulty level goes way up. Ohio State heads to Austin for a top-five matchup with Texas, and this is where we start finding out what this team really is. We break down what we learned from both teams in Week 1, the biggest matchups to watch, and the questions Ohio State has to answer against the Longhorns. Ball State was the opener. Texas is the...

There won’t be much room for error in 2026. Ohio State enters the season with championship expectations once again, but the road to the College Football Playoff could be one of the toughest in the country. From marquee non-conference matchups to a loaded Big Ten slate, the Buckeyes will be tested throughout the fall. In this episode of the Buckeye Film Breakdown Podcast , Jeremy and Coach Slate go...

Who will lead Ohio State in 2026? Jeremy and Coach Slate make their preseason predictions, ranking the Buckeyes’ top three players in rushing yards, receiving yards, total touchdowns, sacks, tackles, interceptions and other major statistical categories. Which established stars will remain at the top, and which breakout players could climb the leaderboard? They also cover the latest developments fr...

FALL CAMP IS HERE and it’s mailbag time on Buckeye Film Breakdown! This week, Jeremy and Coach Slate tackle your questions about the players who could define Ohio State’s 2026 season. Who’s poised for a breakout? Who could become this year’s Arvell Reese? Who has the inside track to start opposite Kenyatta Jackson Jr. at EDGE? We also discuss which Buckeyes stand to benefit the most from Arthur Sm...

The Block O jersey isn’t awarded to the best player—it’s earned by the teammate who best represents everything Ohio State football stands for. On this episode of the Buckeye Film Breakdown Podcast , Jeremy and Coach Slate predict who will wear the Block O in 2026 while also making their selections for this season’s team captains. From proven veterans to emerging leaders, we discuss who has earned...

Ohio State has officially entered a new era. The Buckeyes announced a landmark partnership with JPMorganChase, making the financial giant the official bank partner of Ohio State Athletics and the first jersey patch sponsor in school history across all 36 varsity sports. It’s another sign that the business of college athletics continues to evolve, and Ohio State isn’t just keeping up—it’s helping s...

Fall camp is where depth charts begin to take shape, breakout players emerge, and offseason hype finally meets the practice field. In the first installment of our two-part series, Jeremy and Coach Slate each reveal the five offensive Buckeyes they’re most interested in following throughout camp. Some are battling for starting jobs, others are looking to take the next step, and a few could become h...

Ohio State isn’t standing still. In this episode of the  Buckeye Film Breakdown Podcast , Jeremy and Coach Slate dive into the Buckeyes’ massive plans to modernize the Woody Hayes Athletic Center with a  $125 million renovation  and what those upgrades say about the future of the program. We also discuss the next phase of improvements coming to  Ohio Stadium , why these investm...

The future is bright in Columbus—and the national media is taking notice. On this episode of the Buckeye Film Breakdown Podcast, Jeremy and Coach Slate dive into ESPN’s latest positional rankings from Matt Miller and Jordan Reid to see which Buckeyes are generating the most buzz for the 2027 NFL Draft. From established stars to potential risers, the guys discuss who belongs at the top and which pl...

Recruiting season is heating up, and Ohio State continues to be one of the biggest players on the national stage. This week, Coach Slate and Jeremy break down one of the most important quarterback recruitments in the 2027 class as 5-star signal caller Brady Edmunds made his way to Columbus. After seeing Edmunds in person at a recent 7-on-7 event, Slate shares his firsthand observations on what sta...

Sometimes it’s worth looking back to understand where college football is today. On this solo episode of the Buckeye Film Breakdown Podcast, Jeremy revisits the Tat Five scandal and makes the case that Ohio State should actively pursue getting those vacated wins restored. In an era where NIL has fundamentally changed the sport, it’s fair to ask whether punishments handed down more than a decade ag...

Sometimes it’s worth looking back to understand where college football is today. On this solo episode of the Buckeye Film Breakdown Podcast, Jeremy revisits the Tat Five scandal and makes the case that Ohio State should actively pursue getting those vacated wins restored. In an era where NIL has fundamentally changed the sport, it’s fair to ask whether punishments handed down more than a decade ag...

The 2025 Ohio State offensive line was one of the most improved units in college football for much of the season. The Buckeyes established a physical identity, protected the quarterback at a high level, and played a major role in Ohio State’s success throughout the year. But as the season entered its most important stretch, the production up front began to slip. Whether it was injuries, depth conc...

The transfer portal and modern recruiting have completely reshaped college football. Championship contenders are no longer built solely through four-year development. They’re assembled through impact additions, immediate contributors, and difference-makers capable of changing a season overnight. ESPN recently released its Top 100 Newcomers for the 2026 season, and Ohio State is well represented wi...