Bleav in Buckeyes

In this episode, Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa break down the recent success of Ohio State football with longtime Buckeyes beat writer and author Bill Rabinowitz, discussing insights from his book Buckeye Brotherhood. The conversation explores the writing process behind the book, comparisons between Ohio State championship teams, and how leadership and team culture have shaped the Buckeyes’ su...

In Episode 159 of Bleav in Buckeyes, hosts Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa break down the current state of Ohio State football during a pivotal offseason. The discussion dives into the offseason side of the ball, looking at the quarterback competition for the second string, the development of Julian Sayin, and the upside of the Buckeyes’ running backs and wide receivers. The episode also explore...

On this episode of Bleav in Buckeyes, Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa dig into the Buckeyes’ biggest questions, starting with the hiring of Arthur Smith as Ohio State’s new offensive coordinator and what his NFL background could mean for Ryan Day’s offense. The guys zoom out to examine the Big Ten’s rise to national dominance, including Curt Cignetti and the Indiana Hoosiers’ unexpected national...

In this episode of Bleav in Buckeyes , hosts Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa break down the ripple effects of the national championship matchup between Indiana and Miami —two teams that crossed paths with Ohio State earlier this season. The hosts reflect on what the title game reveals about the Buckeyes’ 2024 performance and where the program stands heading into the offseason. The conversation d...

On this episode of Bleav in Buckeyes, hosts Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa are joined by college football beat writer, Mike Wachsman to discuss the transfer portal, NIL deals, and how programs like Ohio State are building championship-caliber rosters. The conversation covers player development, roster continuity, financial decision-making, and predictions for the college football national champ...

In this episode of the Bleav in Buckeyes podcast, Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa break down Ohio State’s Cotton Bowl loss to the Miami Hurricanes, analyzing key moments, quarterback play, and overall team performance. The hosts also dive into the growing impact of the college football transfer portal and NIL, discussing roster construction challenges, player movement, and how the evolving lands...

In this episode of the Bleav in Buckeyes podcast, hosts Chimdi Chekwa and Bryant Browning preview the highly anticipated College Football Playoff matchup between Ohio State and Miami. The discussion breaks down key players, team strategies, and the importance of physicality in a high-stakes postseason game. Chekwa and Browning analyze Miami’s offensive game plan, Ohio State’s defensive strengths,...

In this episode, Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa break down the busy holiday season in college football and dive deep into the latest college football recruiting trends. The discussion highlights how coaching changes are shaping team strategies, including Ohio State as they gear up for the College Football Playoff. The episode also explores the performance of Group of Five (G5) teams in the play...

In this episode of Bleav in Buckeyes , hosts Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa break down the latest college football awards , including the Heisman Trophy , and analyze how standout performances—and notable snubs—impacted the final selections. The hosts discuss why several Ohio State football players were overlooked for national awards and what that says about the current awards voting process. T...

In this episode of the Bleav in Buckeyes podcast, hosts Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa break down the hottest storylines leading into the 2025 College Football Playoff. They dive into the controversy surrounding this year’s playoff selection, the ripple effects of conference championship games, and the ongoing debate over whether teams like Notre Dame truly deserved a spot in the CFP. The conve...

In this episode of Bleav in Buckeyes , hosts Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa break down Ohio State’s loss to Indiana in the Big Ten Championship . They revisit the game’s pivotal moments, evaluate standout performances, and discuss what the defeat means for Ohio State’s College Football Playoff hopes . The hosts dive into coaching decisions, team chemistry, and the overall direction of the Bucke...

Brandon Brown and Grant Perry are joined by NBC’s Joshua Perry to talk a little bit about “The Game”. From there, Perry breaks down the matchup between Ohio State and Indiana in the Big Ten title game. Throw in some CFP discussion and whatever the heck is going on at Penn State and you have one heck of an episode Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about o...

In this episode of Bleav In Buckeyes, former Ohio State stars Chimdi Chekwa and Bryant Browning analyze Ohio State football’s dominant win over Michigan—a victory that ended the Buckeyes’ recent losing streak in the storied rivalry. They analyze key game strategies, the importance of winning rushing battles, and how dominant trench play and physicality continue to shape Ohio State’s identity on th...

In this episode, Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa break down Ohio State’s upcoming Michigan Week , offering expert analysis and insider perspective on one of college football’s biggest rivalries. They recap the Buckeyes’ recent win over Rutgers , highlighting standout performances and key adjustments that shaped the game. Looking ahead to the Ohio State vs. Michigan matchup , they examine crucial...

In this episode of Bleav In Buckeyes, hosts Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa break down Ohio State’s recent matchup against UCLA, highlighting standout player performances, key injury updates, and what these developments mean for upcoming games versus Rutgers and Michigan. The conversation also explores the broader college football landscape, including updated rankings, playoff implications, and...

In this episode of Bleav in Buckeyes, hosts Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa break down Ohio State’s commanding win over Purdue, spotlighting standout performances and game-changing moments. The duo dives deep into what this victory means for the Heisman Trophy race, Big Ten Championship hopes, and Ohio State’s playoff path. Plus, they share insider updates on major recruiting commitments shaping...

In this bonus episode of Bleav in Buckeyes , Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa break down the initial College Football Playoff rankings, with Ohio State landing the coveted No. 1 spot. The duo digs into what this means for the Buckeyes, the Big Ten, and the SEC, offering insights on team performances and key storylines shaping the playoff race. They discuss the weight of head-to-head matchups, the...

In this episode of Bleav In Buckeyes, Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa break down Ohio State’s big win over Penn State, spotlighting key performances from Julian Sayin and Jeremiah Smith. They dive deep into the Heisman Trophy race, College Football Playoff predictions, and how the conferences dynamics will impact rankings. Tune in for expert analysis on Ohio State’s strengths, challenges, and po...

In this episode of Bleav In Buckeyes, former Ohio State Buckeyes Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa grade the Buckeyes’ performance thus far as they are coming off their bye week. The duo dives deep into the team’s offensive and defensive grades, analyzing how the Buckeyes have utilized their tight ends and identifying areas for improvement on offense. They also take a hard look at the special team...

In this episode of Bleav in Buckeyes, former Ohio State stars Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa break down the Buckeyes’ hard-fought win over Wisconsin. The hosts dive deep into the quarterback’s evolving performance, the impressive depth in Ohio State’s wide receiver room, and what it all means for the team moving forward. They also explore the cultural dynamics shaping today’s college football l...

In this episode of Bleav in Buckeyes, hosts Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa break down Ohio State's win over Illinois in Big Ten football action. The duo highlights standout performances—most notably from rising star Jermaine Matthews. The offers in-depth analysis of the Buckeyes’ offensive strategy, including the highs and lows in the running game and red zone efficiency. The conversation also...

In this episode of the show, former Buckeyes Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa break down Ohio State’s dominant performance against Minnesota. They spotlight Carnell Tate’s breakout game, analyze how Matt Patricia’s evolving defensive schemes are changing the Buckeye identity, and unpack how the team is shaping up heading into the final stretch of the season. Get the latest roster updates, key pla...

Former Ohio State Buckeyes Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa team up with their former coach and Ohio's Lt. Governor, the legendary, Jim Tressel and Buckeye and NFL icon Ted Ginn Jr. to talk all things football, fitness, and the future. In this powerful conversation, the group dives into the Team Tressel Fitness Challenge, why youth health and fitness matter more than ever, and the winning role of...

In this episode of Bleav In Buckeyes, hosts and former Ohio State stars Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa break down the Buckeyes' hard-fought win over Washington. The duo dives deep into Ohio State's standout defensive performance, key red zone struggles, and smart offensive adjustments that sealed the victory. From standout player highlights to the often-overlooked impact of special teams, Bryan...

In this episode, Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa break down the biggest Big Ten matchups of the week. They dive into Ohio State’s tough road game at Washington, Indiana’s statement win over Illinois, Nebraska’s ongoing struggles under Matt Rhule, and the high-stakes clash between Oregon and Penn State. Get expert analysis on team dynamics, key players, and coaching strategies shaping this week’s...