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BuckeyeXtra Football Podcast

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A weekly podcast on Ohio State football featuring beat writers from The Columbus Dispatch.

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How would another round of playoff expansion impact Ohio State? 28.05.2026 32:16

Ohio State football beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we talk about everything happening with Ohio State football this offseason.

The story behind the Columbus Dispatch Brutus story 22.05.2026 22:51

Columbus Dispatch reporter Sheridan Hendrix, photographer Adam Cairns answer reader questions about their extensive coverage of Brutus, the popular Ohio State Mascot. Vodcast moderated by digital editor Eleanor Kennedy. Full project: Being Brutus: A year behind the scenes with Ohio State's iconic mascot

Who stood out in Ohio State spring game? 21.04.2026 34:52

Ohio State football beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with Dispatch sports columnist on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we talk about who stood out in the spring game and provide our takeaways from this.

Players and storylines to watch in Ohio State spring game 16.04.2026 37:11

Ohio State football beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we preview Saturday’s spring game and talk about the storylines to watch.

Julian Sayin's mobility and other things we learned from first week of spring practice 13.03.2026 36:22

Ohio State football beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with Dispatch sports columnist on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we recap everything we saw in the first week of spring practice.

What are the most pressing storylines for Ohio State spring practice? 06.03.2026 40:37

Ohio Football beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with Rob Oller on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this episode, we discuss interesting storylines ahead of spring practice.

Ohio State's 2026 schedule is set + offensive coordinator hire 28.01.2026 43:40

Ohio State football beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we discuss Ohio State’s recently released 2026 schedule and the new offensive coordinator who was hired.

Evaluating Ohio State's transfer portal activity 15.01.2026 38:03

Ohio State football beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we evaluate Ohio State’s transfer portal and talk about the moves that have already been made.

How to define Ohio State's 2025 season 08.01.2026 45:23

Ohio State football beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller on the latest episode of BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we recap Ohio State’s 2025-26 season and talk about where the Buckeyes go from here.

How Ohio State collapsed in early playoff exit 02.01.2026 43:03

Ohio State beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXta football podcast. During this edition, we provide our takeaways from the 24-14 loss to the Miami Hurricanes in the quarterfinals of the College Football Playoffs.

Is Ohio State ready for another CFP run? Previewing quarterfinal against Miami 30.12.2025 28:08

Ohio State football beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we preview the Ohio State Buckeyes vs. the Miami Hurricanes in the CFP quarterfinal.

Reaction to Ohio State's CFP seed and Big Ten title loss 08.12.2025 42:37

Ohio State beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we recap the Buckeyes’ 13-10 loss to Indiana in the Big Ten title game and discuss Ohio State’s CFP seed.

Previewing Ohio State-Indiana in the Big Ten championship with the Indy Star 04.12.2025 57:36

Ohio State football beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with special guest Zach Osterman of the IndyStar on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we preview the upcoming matchup between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Indiana Hoosiers in the Big Ten title game.

Ohio State wins The Game and ends losing streak to Michigan 02.12.2025 44:17

Ohio State football beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we break down the 27-9 victory over the Michigan Wolverines and share our takeaways.

It's Michigan week. Can the Buckeyes end a losing streak? 25.11.2025 36:31

Ohio State football beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we preview the upcoming matchup between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Michigan Wolverines.

Matt Stout joins the podcast to talk Ohio State-Michigan rivalry 24.11.2025 29:22

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller speaks with special guest Matt Stout on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we preview the Ohio State-Michigan rivalry game and provide analysis regarding this matchup.

How Buckeyes routed UCLA despite star receiver injuries 17.11.2025 38:45

Ohio State football beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we recap the recent 48-10 victory over the UCAL and look ahead to the Buckeye's upcoming game against Rutgers.

Another blowout for the Buckeyes and the Heisman Trophy race takes further shape 10.11.2025 33:56

Ohio State football beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we review Ohio State’s victory over Purdue and look ahead to the upcoming matchup against UALC.

Ohio State begins November stretch with a rout of Penn State: Where things stand with the Buckeyes 03.11.2025 38:26

Ohio State football beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we look back on Ohio State’s 38-14 victory over the Penn State Nittany Lions and preview what's next for the Buckeyes.

Does Penn State pose a threat to Ohio State? 30.10.2025 36:12

Ohio State football beat reporter Joey Kaufman talks with Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we preview Saturday’s upcoming matchup against the Penn State Nittany Lions.

Julian Sayin takes major step forward and more from Ohio State's shutout of Wisconsin 20.10.2025 29:17

Ohio State football beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we discuss quarterback Julian Sayin and the Buckeyes’ 34-0 victory over the Wisconsin Badgers.

Buckeyes pass first road test, defensive line makes an introduction and more 29.09.2025 43:35

Ohio State football beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we talk about the Buckeyes passing the first road test and the defensive line making an introduction.

Is Ohio State ready for this year's Big Ten West Coast trip? 24.09.2025 35:18

Ohio State football beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we preview Saturday’s upcoming game against the Washington Huskies.

Ohio State's final nonconference game reveals a breakout freshman in the backfield 16.09.2025 32:47

Ohio State football beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller on the latest episode of BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we recap the 37-9 victory over the Ohio University Bobcats as the Buckeyes head into the Bye Week.

Julian Sayin's growth and a rout of Grambling State 09.09.2025 46:08

Ohio State football beat reporter Joey Kaufman speaks with Dispatch sports columnist Rob Oller on the latest episode of the BuckeyeXtra football podcast. During this edition, we recap Ohio State’s 70-0 victory over Grambling State and look ahead to the Ohio University Bobcats.