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Jay Stephens
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Host - Locked on Buckeyes | Host - The Jay Stephens Podcast | Sports Content Creator - The Kokomo Post | Email: jaystephens317@gmail.com
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Can Ohio State beat Michigan without Smith & Tate? In this episode w/ Mo Murphy:

• Injury updates on Jeremiah Smith & Carnell Tate
• Strength of OSU’s defense
• Why Julian Sayin could have his Heisman moment

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November 24, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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How did the Buckeyes dominate Rutgers—even without Smith & Tate? In this episode:

• Defense puts up historic numbers
• Bo Jackson shines
• Injury updates + Michigan preview

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November 22, 2025 at 9:40 PM
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Ohio State will be without Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate during their senior day game vs Rutgers
November 22, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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Worried about Ohio State’s injuries? In this episode w/ Mo Murphy:

• How Ryan Day is managing Jeremiah Smith & Carnell Tate’s injuries
• Why the Buckeyes' slow pace may backfire
• Young WRs stepping up

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November 17, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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How did Ohio State pull off a gritty win on Jerry Lucas Day? In this episode:

• Bruce Thornton’s clutch performance
• Defensive adjustments that changed the game
• Key takeaways for OSU's season

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November 16, 2025 at 8:33 PM
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Ohio State’s young receivers have a BIG opportunity to show what they’re made of. With Tate out and Smith questionable, Quincy Porter and Mylan Graham are two guys I’ll be watching closely.
November 15, 2025 at 11:07 PM
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Ohio state availability report for home game against UCLA

Questionable
RB CJ Donaldson
WR Jeremiah Smith

Out
DT Jarquez Carter
DE Logan George
S Malik Hartford
WR De’zie Jones
QB Mason Maggs
DT Eric Mensah
OG Josh Padilla
DT Maxwell Roy
WR Carnell Tate
DT Ahmed Tounkara
November 15, 2025 at 10:35 PM
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Can Ohio State stay laser focused with big games ahead? In this episode:

• Why late-season discipline matters more than ever
• Should OSU shake up their lineup now?
• UCLA vs OSU score prediction

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November 14, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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Ohio State’s defense is on a mission. In this episode w/ Noah Eagle:

• Buckeyes are ready for Nico Iamaleava's return to The Shoe
• Julian Sayin’s meteoric rise
• Why Ryan Day’s forward-thinking pays off

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November 13, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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Arvell Reese: best player in the draft? In this episode w/ Ryan Roberts:

• Bold linebacker rankings & next-gen comps
• Who else is on NFL radars, plus position battles

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November 12, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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Buckeyes battled back from a rough start to beat Appalachian State 75-53! In this episode:

• How Ohio State turned cold shooting into a 22-point win
• Brandon Noel’s breakout game

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November 12, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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Ohio State’s D is rewriting the script! In this episode:

• Why the defense is the backbone of the Buckeyes
• Room for improvement on the pass rush
• Young Bucks gaining game-changing experience

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November 11, 2025 at 1:03 PM
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Is Julian Sayin the true Heisman frontrunner? In this episode:

• The real reason Heisman “moments” don’t matter
• How OSU adjusted without Carnell Tate
• O-line concerns?

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November 10, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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Ohio State's run game clicked against Penn State. In this episode:

• Why efficiency matters
• Hartline's chess moves
• What's next for this elite offense

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November 4, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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Buckeyes light up the scoreboard in season opener! 🏀In this episode:

• Christoph Tilly's monster debut
• Why giving up 102 points is still a concern
• What's next for Diebler's squad

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November 4, 2025 at 1:02 PM
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Is Julian Sayin the best QB in college football? In this episode w/ Mo Murphy:

• Sayin's proved he's the Heisman frontrunner?
• Arvell Reese's transformation into a top-10 NFL draft prospect

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November 3, 2025 at 1:02 PM
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Ohio State dismantled Penn State in 38-14 win. In this episode:

- How Buckeyes won 9th straight over Nittany Lions
- Halftime adjustments
- Sayin put on a show!
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November 1, 2025 at 8:51 PM
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Is Brian Hartline heading to Penn State? 🏈 In this episode:

• Why OSU could lose lose their star recruiter
• What Hartline could bring to a struggling PSU program
• Breaking down the 20-point spread

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October 29, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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Will Brian Hartline leave Ohio State? In this episode w/ Brian Smith:

• Potential coaching moves for Hartline & other OSU assistants
• Ohio State's portal & recruiting needs for next season

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October 28, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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Is it time for Ohio State to shift gears? 🏈 In this episode w/ Jeff Hunt:

• Should Ryan Day take over play calling?
• Is the defense ready to be unleashed?

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October 22, 2025 at 2:22 PM
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Ohio State dominates Wisconsin 34-0! In this episode:

• Julian Sayin's masterclass
• Defense pitches shutout
• O-line concerns heading into bye week

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October 19, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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Is Ohio State's offense playing too slow? In this episode w/ Jeff Hunt:

• Analyzing OSU's offensive pace and its impact
• Spotlight on defensive standouts like Caden Curry

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October 15, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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Ohio State's O-line recruiting heats up! 🔥

• Buckeyes flip in-state OL Landry Brede from NC State
• Tyler Bowen's first recruiting class gets an __ grade
• 2026 class nearly complete?

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October 14, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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Julian Sayin's command of Ohio State's offense is turning heads. In this episode:

• Sayin's poise against Illinois
• Potential new defensive wrinkle

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October 13, 2025 at 12:10 PM
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Ohio State availability report for road game against Illinois

Out
DT Eddric Houston
TE Max LeBlanc
QB Mason Maggs
DT Eric Mensah
WR Bryson Rodgers
RB Anthony “Turbo” Rogers
DT Maxwell Roy
S Deshawn Stewart
DB Lorenzo Styles Jr.
DT Ahmed Tounkara
WR Preston Wolfe
October 11, 2025 at 2:39 PM