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Main Segment 1: 2026 Ohio State Defense Expectations- Matt Patricia quotes & analysis:
- Loved the 2025 game-day atmosphere (especially vs. Texas).
- Excited about developing young players again in 2026.
- Emphasis on building a fundamentally sound defense.
- Gaddy's strong take: Patricia is not leaving for the NFL — sounds invested in player development, comfortable at Ohio State, contract/extension signals commitment.
- Realistic expectations for 2026 defense:
- Not expecting another top-3/5 unit (unrealistic after heavy turnover).
- Tempered outlook → top-15 at worst, likely top-20.
- Key growth needed from: Edric Houston, Jermaine Matthews Jr., Devin Sanchez, Zion Grady, Epi Sinatelli.
- Historical scoring defense context (last few seasons):
- 2023: Very strong (low points allowed, excellent vs. pass).
- 2024: Slightly more points allowed.
- 2025: Strong again (130 points allowed all season).
- Bottom line: Defense should remain very good under Patricia + returning coaches/players — no reason to panic.
Main Segment 2: Recruiting Battles (2027 class focus)Gaddy highlights several high-profile 2027 prospects where Ohio State is seriously in the mix:- Jimmy Callis (OT, Central Catholic, Pittsburgh, PA)
- 6'6" / 280 lbs, 4-star, #24 OT nationally.
- Final schools: LSU, Ohio State, Georgia, Texas, Clemson, Miami.
- Physical, violent blocker — big priority for Tyler Bowen.
- Taylin Mayo (CB, Louisville HS, Texas)
- 6'3½" / 185 lbs, 4-star, #12 CB nationally.
- Final 5: LSU, Ohio State, Oklahoma, Texas, Texas A&M.
- Elite length + speed (23.59 200m freshman year) — huge upside if skills refined.
- Rashad Streets (EDGE, Millbrook HS, Raleigh, NC)
- 6'4" / 230 lbs, 5-star, #8 EDGE nationally.
- Final 6: Oregon, Ohio State, FSU, NC State, South Carolina, Alabama.
- Explosive, powerful, great body control — dominant high-school production.
- Monsoon Sells (WR, Lawrence North, Indianapolis, IN)
- 6'5" / 195 lbs, 5-star, #2 WR / #9 overall nationally.
- Final 4: Miami, Alabama, Indiana, Ohio State.
- Tough battle — Indiana's rise (Kurt Cignetti, NIL, in-state factor) makes it very competitive.
- Quay Ford (OT, Texas High, Texarkana, TX)
- 6'5" / 285 lbs, 4-star, #10 OT nationally.
- Final 5: SMU, Texas, Ohio State, Oregon, Florida.
- Athletic tackle with advanced technique (even on sophomore highlights).
Overall recruiting vibe: Ohio State remains elite in 2027 battles despite NIL noise and past season — still landing blue-chip talent.Main Segment 3: Stock Up / Stock Down – Position Groups (2026 outlook)- QB → Stock Up (Julian Sayin year 2 + Tavion St. Clair development + Arthur Smith coaching).
- RB → Stock Up (Isaiah West / Bo Jackson return + Turbo Rogers + transfers + Legend Bay versatility).
- WR → Even (Lost big production but added proven portal talent → more versatile room).
- TE → Stock Down (Lost Max Klare & Kacmarek; Hunter Welcing addition helps but depth thinner).
- OL → Big Stock Up (Everyone back + strong national rankings).
- DT → Stock Down (Lost key pieces; new transfers need to step up).
- EDGE → Stock Up (Kenyatta Jackson return + Zion Grady leap expected + Quay Russo / Epi Sinatelli upside).
- LB → Stock Down (Heavy losses; Peyton Pierce & Riley Pettyjohn must lead young group).
- DB → Even (Top-5 potential with Jermaine Matthews, Devin Sanchez leap, Earl Little Jr., Jalen McClain, Terry Moore, etc.).
- Special Teams → Stock Up (Significant portal upgrades at kicker & punter).
Closing & Final Thoughts- Big Ten QB depth in 2026 looks elite (multiple top Heisman odds candidates).
- Encourages engagement for upcoming shows (Wednesday late-night with Mike, Thursday 7 PM call-in show, Mark Rogers Wednesday 11 AM).
- Classic sign-off: O-H-I-O.
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