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THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTPD: Ryan Day doesn't slow down CJ Hicks hype train, Ohio State quarterbacks on trackWelcome to a Talking Tuesday on THE Podcast Daily as Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham react to the things they heard from Ryan Day at Ohio State on Monday.Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! Send a text to 614-662-4509 to get started and receive your first two weeks free.#OhioStateFootball #bigtenfootball #BigTen #buckeyesfootball #Buckeyes #THEPodcast2025-04-0121 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsSnap Judgments: Ohio State linebackers, safeties growing into new spots, excelling for BuckeyesOhio State linebackers and tight ends met with the media on Thursday afternoon in the Woody Hayes Athletic Center and the impressive group left a big impression on THE Podcast’s Austin Ward and Bill Landis.They discussed that on the latest episode of Snap Judgments.Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? 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Who...2025-03-261h 07THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTPD: Brian Hartline takes reins of Ohio State offense with confidence, complementary pieces in placeIt's Talking Tuesday on THE Podcast Daily with Bill Landis and Austin Ward giving their takeaways from Monday's Ohio State press conference and some insight into their Tuesday questions for Larry Johnson and the Buckeyes defensive line.Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! 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Barrett and 1st-year Ohio State QB startersJulian Sayin is expected to be Ohio State's starting quarterback in 2025 as a second-year college football player and first-year starter for the Buckeyes. On this Kings of Columbus, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis talk about the OSU quarterback interviews on Wednesday and try to put Sayin in context.• What's the history of Ohio State's success with first-year starting quarterbacks?• How many playoff teams had first-year starting quarterbacks last year?• How many Power 4 teams are expected to have first-year starting quarterbacks as Year 2 players this year?Then it's onto the Favorite Buckeye Bracket, as the gu...2025-03-191h 11THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Ohio State spring players to watch and 64-player favorite Buckeye bracketOhio State opens spring football practice next week, and on this Kings of Columbus, Bill Landis and Doug Lesmerises draft the 10 Buckeyes they are most interested in watching this spring.Then with the NCAA basketball tournament around the corner, the guys dive into their own bracket. They reveal their bracket of 64 Favorite Buckeyes from the last 13 seasons -- the Urban Meyer and Ryan Day Eras -- in four regions. They have the Archie Griffin Region, Orlando Pace Region, Jack Tatum Region and Ted Ginn Jr. Region. Why are the regions named that way? Who won the first-round...2025-03-121h 32THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTPD: Evaluating options, expectations as Ohio State prepares for new quarterback situation in springThere is a presumptive pecking order for Ohio State heading into spring camp at quarterback, and in some ways that has put a brighter spotlight on the backup situation than the process of replacing Will Howard. But there is a lot to prove for everybody on the depth chart for the Buckeyes at the most important position on the field, and the 15 practices in March and April are going to be informative for a variety of reasons. Bill Landis and Austin Ward discuss those expectations and how Ohio State will manage that job on a new episode of THE...2025-03-1128 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Rating Ohio State football assistant coaches from Brian Hartline to Matt PatriciaOhio State football has six assistant coaches who are new in the last two years, and on this Kings of Columbus, Bill Landis and Doug Lesmerises run through the entire Buckeyes staff.Text subscribers rate each of the 10 assistants from 1-10, and Bill and Doug compare them to other OSU assistants at the same position. How does Billy Fessler match up with Chip Kelly, Corey Dennis, Mike Yurcich, and Ryan Day as a quarterbacks coach?The guys also discuss how Ohio State is fortifying its staff this year, and how the overall view of the...2025-03-051h 51THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Ohio State football truths | Buckeyes as the face of CFB | Ohio Stadium issuesOhio State is the positioned to be the new defining program in college football. Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis explore that and other potential truths about the Buckeyes football program on this episode of Kings of Columbus. With help from our text subscribers, we seek to establish 10 truths about Ohio State football now and into the future. Thanks for watching and listening.Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! 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Send a text to 614-662-4509 to get star...2025-02-2523 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTPD: How Ohio State cornerbacks reclaimed Best in America status, next steps for BuckeyesThe Ohio State cornerbacks have undergone a remarkable turnaround under position coach Tim Walton, culminating with rock-solid coverage on the way to a national championship. The Buckeyes will have to replace a veteran starter this spring, but the unit is again loaded with athleticism, experience and a high-upside newcomers. Bill Landis and Austin Ward took looks both backward and forward on THE Podcast Daily with the BIA group in focus.Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! Send a text to 614-662-4509 to get started and receive your first two...2025-02-2423 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Ohio State offense depth chart projection | Where could the Buckeyes be better?Ohio State will have new starters at quarterback, running back and on the offensive line in 2025. Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis project what that depth chart could look like next season and answer questions from our text subscribers on the offense, where the Buckeyes could be better next year and on Ryan Day potentially shaking up Ohio State's approach to Michigan. Thanks for joining us on a new episode of Kings of Columbus.Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! Send a text to 614-662-4509 to get started a...2025-02-191h 38THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTPD: Ohio State reloading, somehow raising bar again with loaded group of wide receiversJust when it seems like it might be close to impossible to match the previous standard for the nation’s best group of wide receivers, Ohio State vaults over it and gets even better. Even with Emeka Egbuka heading to the NFL, the Buckeyes still have Jeremiah Smith, Carnell Tate and a pair of tantalizing young talents in the pipeline and poised to keep rewriting the record books for the reigning national champions. Bill Landis and Austin Ward take a look at the possibility in the spring preview for the wideouts on THE Podcast Daily.Want to ta...2025-02-1924 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTPD: Questions for Ohio State as spring football draws closer with new names, faces in key positionsWelcome to THE Podcast Daily for Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2024 as Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham share the latest thoughts on their minds about Ohio State ahead of the spring football for the Buckeyes which is less than a month away.Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! 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Send a text to 614-662-4509 to get started and receive y...2025-02-1724 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTPD: Three thoughts on Matt Patricia hire, defenders who may benefit for Ohio State and moreThree Thoughts Thursday with Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham shed a little more light on the recent hire of Matt Patricia and his impact with the Buckeyes and other Ohio State-related brainworms.Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! Send a text to 614-662-4509 to get started and receive your first two weeks free.#OhioStateFootball #bigtenfootball #BigTen #buckeyesfootball #Buckeyes #THEPodcast2025-02-1334 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Ohio State hires Matt Patricia as DC | Projecting the 2025 defensive depth chartRyan Day has filled Ohio State's vacant defensive coordinator position with Super Bowl winning coordinator Matt Patricia. Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis give first impressions of the addition. Then, they project the 2025 Buckeyes' defensive depth chart with the help of questions and comments from our text subscribers. Thanks for joining us on a new episode of Kings of Columbus.Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! Send a text to 614-662-4509 to get started and receive your first two weeks free.#OhioStateFootball #bigtenfootball #BigTen #buckeyesfootball #Buckeyes #THEPodcast2025-02-121h 32THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTPD: Ohio State running backs delivered on hype, establish blueprint for future of roomTHE Podcast Daily is looking back at the productivity of Carlos Locklyn's first season at Ohio State and taking a first glance at what the roster could look like for the Buckeyes heading into spring on the latest positional review/preview with Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham.Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! 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Which 22 players were the most excellent and most valuable to the Buckeyes' National Championship?Thanks for joining Kings of Columbus.Want to talk even more Ohio State football with...2025-02-051h 26THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTPD: Reflecting back, projecting forward as Ohio State linebackers restore legacy of positionWith the national championship secured and spring ball already creeping up around the corner for the Buckeyes, THE Podcast Daily is combining the position reviews and the camp previews together this year. Taking a break from the coaching carousel, Bill Landis and Austin Ward looked back on what the linebackers accomplished last season under James Laurinaitis and peek ahead at the key questions for that unit when Ohio State gets back on the field in March.Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! Send a text to 614-662-4509 to get...2025-02-0423 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsSnap Judgments: Chip Kelly leaves Ohio State for NFL after one, title-winning season with Ryan DayOhio State is now looking to replace both of its coordinators after Chip Kelly's departure for the Las Vegas Raiders.Snap Judgments with Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham is THE Podcast's first thoughts about the decision and what it means for the Buckeyes.Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! 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On this Kings of Columbus, Ohio State's 28-14 win over Texas in a Cotton Bowl semifinal is relived and broken down by Bill Landis and Doug Lesmerises.Comparing Sawyer and Elliott's legendary plays against Texas and AlabamaInside the Buckeyes' goalline stand and the great plays madeOhio State fighting to win the type of game they haven't always wonHow the tough moments of this OSU season have enhanced the joyAnd more. Thanks for joining Kings of Columbus.2025-01-111h 14THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsBold Predictions: Ohio State offense, defense will get stiff test against Texas in Cotton BowlIt's Friday on THE Podcast Daily and that means it's time for Bold Predictions with Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham as Ohio State prepares for its third playoff game of the 2024-25 season against Texas in Dallas.Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! 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Call it Tuesday Takeaways on THE Podcast Daily.2025-01-0727 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsSnap Judgments: Ohio State confidence is justified, but not over the top, heading into Texas battleAfter a handful of Ohio State players spoke with the media on Sunday, THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham share their thoughts on Snap Judgments.Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! 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Send a text to 614-662-4509...2024-12-2424 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus Sunday Sound Off: Ohio State thumps Tennessee and sets new tone for PlayoffOhio State hammered Tennessee 42-17 in a College Football Playoff first-round game on Saturday night in Ohio Stadium. Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis break it down with thoughts from out text subscribers. 2024-12-221h 09THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: This could be Ohio State’s biggest game in 10 years, and the Buckeyes must winOhio State vs. Tennessee is the most consequential non-Michigan game the Buckeyes have played since when?The Clemson playoff semifinal win in 2020?The Alabama playoff semifinal win in 2014?On this Kings of Columbus, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis analyze and debate the merits of this matchup as a turning point for Ohio State football.There may be an “or else” aura around this game rarely seen in Columbus. A win could propel the Buckeyes to a national title. A loss could propel them toward a coaching change.Plus a discussion about why Ohio State’s offe...2024-12-191h 16THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTPD: Jim Knowles, Ohio State defensive line in spotlight as Buckeyes hit key Talking TuesdayOhio State's defense has been much better since its debacle at Oregon but Tennessee will provide the Buckeyes its toughest defensive test since. On the latest episode of THE Podcast Daily, Austin Ward and Bill Landis break down the things they're hoping to hear from Jim Knowles and key Ohio State players on Tuesday.Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! 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Afterward, Austin Ward and Bill Landis broke down what they heard on an episode of Snap Judgments. 2024-12-1620 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Ohio State's chances to beat Tennessee | Best Buckeyes entering the postseasonWho are the best Ohio State players entering the postseason and what are Ohio State's chances of beating Tennessee in a first-round College Football Playoff game?On this Kings of Columbus, Bill Landis and Doug Lesmerises and draft and debate the best 22 OSU players for the third time this season, seeing who has moved up and down their lists.But first they look at No. 8 Ohio State vs. Tennessee, examine at the greatest challenges the Vols should offer the Buckeyes, and get a feel from text subscribers on Ohio State's chances to win the first game and...2024-12-111h 39THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTPD: How transfer portal impacts Ohio State for playoff and future, projecting quarterback situationThe transfer portal officially opened on Monday, and Ohio State is juggling decisions that will impact both the roster for the College Football Playoff and the projections for next season. The balancing act is highlighted by the announcement from quarterback Devin Brown that he will be leaving the Buckeyes — but not until after the postseason is over for the program. Bill Landis and Austin Ward take a closer look at what that future holds for Ohio State at that position and another pressing need in the portal on THE Podcast Daily.Want to talk even more Ohio St...2024-12-1027 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsSnap Judgments: Ohio State playoff path not easy but Buckeyes ready for shot at national titleOhio State head coach Ryan Day talked with the media as the Buckeyes found out their playoff path. Following the press conference, THE Podcast's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham broke down the day's discussions.Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! 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Is it the same conversation, or a completely different one?Thanks for joining Kings of...2024-12-051h 08THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTPD: Three thoughts Thursday as Ohio State begins search for roster help through transfer portalThe Buckeyes are, like every other team in the country, going to need to use the transfer portal but there are a few positions that have already emerged as important ones for Ryan Day and Ohio State to dive into.On THE Podcast Daily's Three Thoughts Thursday, Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham are dissecting some of those early needs heading into the portal's official opening next week.Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! Send a text to 614-662-4509 to get started and receive your first...2024-12-0525 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTPD: Game-planning, offensive line questions linger as Ohio State attention starts to shift to playoffThere is still plenty to dissect about The Game, and THE Podcast Daily still has numerous questions that need to be answered by Ohio State and coach Ryan Day in the aftermath of the stunning loss to Michigan. There isn’t a press conference scheduled on Tuesday, but Bill Landis and Austin Ward still kicked around a few topics that they would like addressed whenever Day is back at the podium either at the start of the early signing period or on Selection Sunday for the College Football Playoff.Want to talk even more Ohio State football wi...2024-12-0328 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus Sunday Sound Off: On Ryan Day's future after another Ohio State loss to MichiganOhio State suffered its fourth straight loss to Michigan on Saturday. Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis check in with their thoughts on the game and fan sentiment toward Ryan Day after another rivalry loss. 2024-12-011h 54THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Most important people for Ohio State-Michigan | Why Buckeyes fans are thankfulWho are the most important players and coaches to the Ohio State-Michigan game on Saturday? On this Kings of Columbus, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis draft 10 of those people. That includes taking a dive into the history of The Game when one team is ranked in the Top 10 and one is not -- and what that means for Ryan Day.Then Doug and Bill run through survey results from text subscribers and share tales of how three losses to Michigan have ruined the lives of OSU fans, and why OSU fans are thankful for the connections rooting...2024-11-271h 38THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTPD: Checking Ohio State confidence level heading into The Game, offensive line evaluationsOhio State has just one media availability in the buildup to The Game, and Talking Tuesday is getting set to hear from Ryan Day and the captains in the Woody Hayes Athletic Center with no shortage of topics on the minds of THE Podcast. From the mentality of the Buckeyes to the evaluations of the revamped offensive line and the importance of Will Howard in his only appearance in the rivalry, there is plenty for Bill Landis and Austin Ward to dive into ahead of the final matchup of the regular season.Want to talk even more...2024-11-2625 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus Sunday Sound Off: On Buckeyes' stifling defense vs. Indiana | Howard for Heisman?Ohio State beat Indiana 38-15 on Saturday to earn the Buckeyes their second top-five win of the year. Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis break it all down on Kings of Columbus Sunday Sound Off. They give their thoughts, and the thoughts of our text subscribers coming off that win as OSU turns its sights toward Michigan. 2024-11-241h 21THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Ohio State-Oregon Mega Preview, and texter questions on Buckeyes vs. DucksIt's an Ohio State-Oregon Mega Preview for this No. 2 vs. No. 3 matchup in Eugene on Saturday, and Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis dive into this game in two ways.First it's answering texter questions from Ohio State fans on pass coverage, whether Oregon is Penn State, the coaching matchup, enjoying the season, the OSU rushing attack and more.Then it's a huge Big Game Breakdown as Doug and Bill run through the Oregon offense vs. the Ohio State defense and the Ohio State offense vs. the Oregon defense. Plus, does either team have a special...2024-10-092h 15THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Does Ohio State have the best Big Ten QB? Is Will Howard J.T. Barrett?Should Ohio State always have the best quarterback in the Big Ten? On this Kings of Columbus, Bill Landis and Doug Lesmerises dive into that question by looking at the past, future and present.First, it's the history of Big Ten quarterbacks this century and how often the Buckeyes had the best QB. Hello, Iowa's Drew Tate.Then it's a look at the recent QB history of Oregon and USC and how adding the Ducks and Trojans could shift the QB balance of power in the Big Ten.Then it's running through the future of...2024-09-251h 27THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Caleb Downs' magic and his potential place in Ohio State's Heisman historyIf Caleb Downs does play offense for Ohio State in 2024, how much would that help his Heisman Trophy case? Would he have a real shot at becoming the Buckeyes' first Heisman winner inn 18 years?On this Kings of Columbus, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis use the revelation that Ryan Day dropped on Tuesday -- that sophomore safety Downs could get a few snaps at running back -- to launch into a full OSU Heisman discussion.• Why haven't the Buckeyes won a Heisman since Troy Smith in 2006 and how does their drought compare historically? The guys lo...2024-06-191h 53THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Lessons learned by Ohio State from the Buckeyes' last win over the WolverinesThe 2019 Ohio State-Michigan game is worth another look on this Kings of Columbus, as Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis examine what the Buckeyes could take from their last win over the Wolverines.First, Bill looks at the lessons the OSU offense could take from 2019. That includes:• Finding a gamer at quarterback• Building the offensive line from the inside out• Running the damn ballThen Doug looks at lessons the OSU defense could take from 2019. That includes:• Getting three linebackers going downhill• Accepting the strength of the Michigan offensive line• Knowing the...2024-06-121h 00THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Could Ohio State's backups make the playoff? Plus an apology and Buckeyes Q&AWould an Ohio State super team in 2024 prove the Buckeyes are indestructible? Where would a team of Ohio State backups finish in the Big Ten? On this Kings of Columbus, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis dive into those questions and more, plus wrap up with Whatcha Watching, Eating and Thinking.Other topics covered include:• Formations Ohio State will use this season• Could a 12 seed ever win a national title?• Who will be Ohio State's No. 1 running back by midseason?• A Doug public apology• How Ohio State values in-state players• A rant about w...2024-05-221h 43THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: NFL Draft futures for Jeremiah Smith, Julian Sayin and more Ohio State starsWhat would happen if Ohio State Buckeyes like freshmen Jeremiah Smith and Julian Sayin, sophomores like Caleb Downs, juniors like C.J Hicks and Quinshon Judkins and veterans like Denzel Burke, Jack Sawyer, J.T. Tuimoloau, Emeka Egbuka and Donovan Jackson were all in the same NFL Draft?On this episode of Kings of Columbus, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis tried to figure that out.Doug and Bill drafted the Top 16 NFL prospects off the current OSU roster, regardless of age, to kick off this show.,They followed that by predicting where Marvin...2024-04-231h 37THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Ohio State's depth, a Woody Hayes genie, and more Buckeyes questionsHow much depth does Ohio State football have and need for the 2024 college football season? That's the first topic that Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis discuss on this Q&A episode of Kings of Columbus.Also covered:•Where would Kyle McCord fit on the current QB depth chart?• Would this team be better with Jim Tressel or Urban Meyer as the coach?• Should playoff games avoid conference matchups?• Are Bill and Doug fans of the Buckeyes?• What do fans want from the spring game?• Could the offensive line be a strength?• Would...2024-04-171h 41THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTPD: Bill, Birm take a deep-dive into the mailbag on NCAA 25, Heisman hopefuls and offensive line recruitingThe first portion of the Ohio State football offseason is nearly complete and and with just about 10 days left until spring football kicks off THE Podcast is diving into the Subtext mailbag once more as Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham answer subscriber questions about a wide variety of topics related to the Buckeyes.2024-02-2345 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Wild Predictions for Ohio State's 2024 seasonFrom Ohio State football leading the nation in rushing to the Buckeyes not surrendering a touchdown until October, from freshman receiver Jeremiah Smith to sophomore tight end Jelani Thurman, from linebacker Cody Simon to defensive end Jack Sawyer, this episode of Kings of Columbus features 10 wild predictions for the Buckeyes' 2024 season from Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis.There's major talk about Ohio State's rushing attack, including in short yardage; how Smith might compare to Cris Carter, Ted Ginn Jr. and Garrett Wilson, whether Sawyer can reach Chase Young territory ... and the future of Ryan Day's beard.2024-02-211h 27THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTPD: Ohio State turns to Chip Kelly as OC after surprising departure of Bill O'BrienOhio State quickly pivoted to UCLA head coach Chip Kelly for its offensive coordinator position after the unexpected departure of Bill O'Brien to Boston College. What does the move mean for the Buckeyes? How can Kelly help the offense?THE Podcast Daily tackles those questions as Austin Ward and Bill Landis kick off the week with a discussion on Kelly's addition. Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! Send a text to 614-662-4509 to get started and receive your first two weeks free.2024-02-1222 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsSnap Judgments: Bill O'Brien leaves Ohio State for Boston College, what's next for BuckeyesAbout three weeks after being announced as the offensive coordinator for Ohio State, Bill O'Brien has taken the head coach position at Boston College.Where does Ryan Day and the Buckeyes turn from here? The latest Snap Judgments from ByersAuto.com has Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham talking about O'Brien's decision and who could be a likely replacement.Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! Send a text to 614-662-4509 to get started and receive your first two weeks free.2024-02-0920 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTPD: Analyzing how Ohio State can, and will, utilize Will Howard as Bill O'Brien, Ryan Day shape Buckeyes offenseTHE Podcast Daily is breaking down the Buckeyes plan for Will Howard after getting a chance to have a further, more in-depth conversation with the Kansas State transfers on Tuesday.It's Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Jeremy Birmingham giving their thoughts on Howard and his future in the Ohio State offense.2024-01-3121 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsSnap Judgments: Bill O'Brien set to become next Ohio State offensive coordinatorOhio State is set to hire Bill O'Brien to be its next offensive coordinator as Ryan Day and the Buckeyes look to an exceptionally important 2024 season. On the latest Snap Judgments, Bill Landis, Doug Lesmerises and Jeremy Birmingham share their thoughts on what the hiring means for Ohio State on the field and off.2024-01-1947 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Ohio State's strongest position groups for 2024From quarterback Will Howard to cornerbacks like Denzel Burke, from running back addition Quinshon Judkins to freshman receiver Jeremiah Smith, the Ohio State Buckeyes' 2024 football roster returns some stars and includes some interesting new pieces.On this Kings of Columbus, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis take the depth chart projection a step further by drafting the best position groups for the Buckeyes next season.Defensive ends, defensive tackles, linebackers, cornerbacks, safeties, quarterback, running backs, tight ends, receivers and offensive line -- Doug and Bill draft all 10 groups.How will the carries be divided...2024-01-171h 27THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Did Ohio State have enough talent in 2023?Who were the Ohio State Buckeyes’ 22 best players in the 2023 college football season? On this Kings of Columbus, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis conduct their fourth and final OSU player draft of the season.That leads to a longer dive into the question of Ohio State’s overall talent last season.To do that, Doug and Bill look at the offensive line talent compared to years past, the receiver depth, and the splash plays on the defensive line.Thanks for joining Kings of Columbus on The Podcast.00:00 - Intro and final OSU p...2024-01-121h 25THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Will Howard deep dive, Ohio State transfer portal aggressionA long look at Will Howard, the Kansas State transfer and new Ohio State QB, is the focus of this Kings of Columbus, as Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis are back together talking about the Ohio State Buckeyes. Ohio State's overall transfer portal numbers and strategy are also addressed, as the show runs through:- Ohio State's transfer portal roster balance compared to other teams- Adding transfer running back Quinshon Judkins- How common transfer quarterbacks are- Does Ohio State need a great quarterback to win?- Can Ohio State elevate...2024-01-091h 44THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Ohio State 2021 recruiting class -- impact, legacy, NFL futuresFrom Marvin Harrison Jr. to TreVeyon Henderson, J.T. Tuimoloau to Denzel Burke, the 2023 Ohio State Buckeyes were driven by the play of their 2021 recruits.On this episode of Kings of Columbus, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis dive into that class of third-year Buckeyes, which included 13 top-100 recruits.Twelve members of that class made primary contributions this season, and Doug and Bill run through all of them, deciding whether each player met expectations and guessing as to whether each Buckeye will stay in Columbus for 2024 or head to the NFL.What's the final...2023-11-291h 56THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of the North: Oregon-Washington rematch breakdown; Michigan State, Indiana, Syracuse coaching movesOregon and Washington meet in the Pac-12 Championship on Friday night with College Football Playoff hopes on the line, and Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis dive into that matchup on this Kings of the North Episode.Also covered are the Michigan-Iowa Big Ten Championship, the Toledo-Miami MAC Championship, and the computers that created the Boise State-UNLV Mountain West Championship.Plus there's frantic coaching news on Michigan's Jim Harbaugh, West Virginia's Neal Brown, Indiana's Tom Allen, Michigan State's Jonathan Smith and the Syracuse search.The finalists of the Knight of the North for the...2023-11-281h 43THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: C.J. Stroud's NFL rise and Ohio State legacy; Best 22 BuckeyesC.J. Stroud is taking the NFL by storm, and the former Ohio State quarterback's legacy, and how it's affected by his NFL success, is the first topic on this Kings of Columbus episode with Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis.Text subscribers checked in with thoughts and survey results as Doug and Bill evaluated how Stroud was viewed in his two years as a starter with the Buckeyes and what has changed with his NFL play and the Michigan sign-stealing scandal.Then it's onto selecting the best 22 Ohio State players right now. Doug and Bill...2023-11-151h 51THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of the North: Penn State problems; Jimbo Fisher and the fire-happy SouthJames Franklin fired Penn State offensive coordinator Mike Yurcich; Washington-Oregon State is a huge Northern game this weekend; and Texas A&M fired Jimbo Fisher and showed why no Northern team should want to copy the way the South makes decisions around college football.On this Kings of the North, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis check in on all that college football news, starting with a Fisher-inspired coach check on everyone from Washington's Kalen DeBoer and Iowa State's Matt Campbell to Indiana's Tom Allen and Colorado's Deion Sanders.Then comes playoff predictions as Doug and...2023-11-131h 32THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTPD: Ohio State's national title contender status remains strong following win at WisconsinOhio State remains unbeaten after a 24-10 at Wisconsin. On today's edition of The Podcast Daily, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis are diving in on text subscriber questions they didn't get to on the live postgame show following the win. Doug and Bill answer questions and take texter survey answers on TreVeyon Henderson, Tressel ball, Ohio State's standing as a national title contender, Cade Stover's targets, the quality of NBC's college football broadcasts and more.2023-10-3048 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Michigan punishment; Ohio State red zone; Ryan Day vs. Lincoln RileyThe Michigan football questions keep growing -- what are potential punishments for the Wolverines if everything is true?Ohio State fans showed out against Penn State -- is fiery Ryan Day good for the Buckeyes' energy?How should OSU freshman QB Lincoln Kienholz be involved against Wisconsin, and do the Buckeyes really have anything to fear from the Badgers' running backs?Those questions and more are answered on this rapid fire version of Kings of Columbus with Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis. The show ends with Whatcha Eating, Watching and Thinking, but first...2023-10-252h 10THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Doug and Bill break down Ohio State-Penn State from every angleNo. 7 Penn State visits No. 3 Ohio State on Saturday for a noon showdown in Ohio Stadium, and on this Kings of Columbus, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis break down the Buckeyes vs. the Nittany Lions and decide where the teams have their edges.In order, they discuss:Ohio State pass game vs. Penn State pass defenseOhio State run game vs. Penn State run defensePenn State pass game vs. Ohio State pass defensePenn State run game vs. Ohio State run defenseRyan Day vs. James FranklinAnd then...2023-10-181h 49THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Ohio State questions on Ryan Day's reputation, Air Force ideas and program heroesOhio State football dominates the 20 questions answered by Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis on this Kings of Columbus. Taking topics from the OSU texters, Doug and Bill talk offensive line; playing seven defensive backs; running back rotation; C.J. Stroud's NFL success and what it means; playing young defenders at edge and linebacker; fresh offensive ideas; whether the program is tense; scoring 30 on Penn State; the Big Ten playoff hopes and more. There are some dad hacks, a tiny bit about OSU basketball interest, and watching the Buckeyes on vacation.The show wraps with Whatcha W...2023-10-111h 59THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of the North: One flaw for North's best teams, Marvin Harrison tops list of Northern wideoutsOn this Kings of the North, the best teams in Northern college football are once again ranked by Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis, and then those teams are analyzed through their one flaw. What's one area that could trip up multiple legitimate national contenders in the North? Then Doug and Bill rank the top wide receivers in the North, from Ohio State's Marvin Harrison Jr. to Oregon's Troy Franklin to Michigan's Roman Wilson.Then it's the Brian Ferentz Survivor Show, and a huge lookahead to two major games this week -- Iowa-Wisconsin in the Big Ten West...2023-10-101h 39THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsThe Postgame Show: Ohio State beats Maryland 37-17 with big second halfThe Ohio State Buckeyes beat Maryland 37-17 on Saturday and Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis broke it all down on the postgame show.Ohio State showed a championship-level defense, led by playmakers like Lathan Ransom, Josh Proctor and J.T. Tuimoloau, while shaking off a rough first half.Catch the Ryan Day postgame news conference, plus Snap Judgments from Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham, in addition to analysis from Bill and Doug. From Kyle McCord's bounce back, to Marvin Harrison Jr's big game, to the struggles for the Buckeyes on the offensive line and in special teams, t...2023-10-081h 54THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of the North: Doug and Bill on the best units in the North—Penn State defense, Washington offense, Ohio State defense, Michigan's complementary attackDescription: On this Kings of the North, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis draft the best 10 units in the North -- offense and defense -- and debate which sides of the ball get it done at the highest level. Before that, they rank the best teams in the North and South and discuss how many could actually win the national title compared to a year ago. After Week 5 last year, there were maybe three real contenders. Right now, it might be more like eight or 10.First, there are quick hits on Notre Dame karma, West Virginia survival, Indiana...2023-10-021h 20THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Doug, Bill draft the 22 best Ohio State players right now as Buckeyes hit off weekendWho are the 22 best football players for the Ohio State Buckeyes after four games? On this Kings of Columbus, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis conduct a draft of Buckeyes to find out. They first did on this on Aug. 15 and plan to do it several times during the season to see how the Buckeyes evolve. There are definitely some risers on this list (hello, Tyleik Williams) and plenty of debatable choices.That's the fun. So thanks for joining Doug and Bill for this draft of the best Ohio State players from the first month of t...2023-09-301h 18THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTPD: Amazing reactions from subscribers after thrilling Ohio State win at Notre DameBill Landis and Doug Lesmerises dive into text subscriber questions and comments to gauge where Buckeye fans are following Ohio State's win at Notre Dame. How did the last-second win make people feel about Ryan Day, Kyle McCord and the rest of this season? Doug and Bill recap some of the best reactions and questions we received. Want to be a text subscriber, text 614-662-4509 for a 14-day free trial.2023-09-2557 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTHE Postgame Show: Doug and Bill on an unforgettable Ohio State win at Notre DameOhio State pulled out a 17-14 win at Notre Dame on a Chip Trayanum touchdown with one second left. Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis give their instant reaction to a Buckeye win in South Bend that will be remembered for a long time. 2023-09-241h 28THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Doug, Bill on Ryan Day aggression, more questions on Ohio State vs. Notre DameOn this Kings of Columbus, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis run through nearly 40 questions on the Ohio State-Notre Dame matchup on Saturday. From Kyle McCord to Mike Hall for the Buckeyes, and Sam Hartman to Joe Alt for the Fighting Irish, Doug and Bill analyze players that will make the difference in this game.What would a blowout each way look like? Does Ohio State need a great pass rush? Is this or isn't it like the Oregon game in 2021? How has Josh Simmons looked at left tackle?And should OSU fans believe in the...2023-09-202h 05THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Doug and Bill on how many Northern teams would beat Alabama; comparing Deion Sanders, Jim Harbaugh and Ryan DayOn this Kings of Columbus/Kings of the North episode, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis analyze the best teams and coaches in Northern football, and that includes a ranking of the 10 best head coaches from our 28 Power 5 Northern teams right now.Doug and Bill also rip the latest coverage of Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz on the Brian Ferentz Survivor Show; rank the best Northern teams with Michigan still on top and Penn State, Washington, Ohio State, Notre Dame and Colorado in the mix; look ahead at intriguing matchups this week like Purdue-Syracuse, Louisville-Indiana and Pitt-West Virginia...2023-09-111h 27THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTHE Postgame Show: Doug and Bill on Ohio State’s win over Youngstown State and where the Buckeyes must improveOhio State beat Youngstown State 35-7 on Saturday and Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis dove into immediate postgame reactions on where the Buckeyes must show more. Devin Brown played more Saturday than in Week 1, but has Kyle McCord won the QB job? What questions remain at OL and on defense? And the Buckeyes fed Marvin Harrison Jr. and Emeka Egbuka — can that continue? Thanks for reacting to the 2-0 Buckeyes with Doug, Bill and The Podcast.2023-09-091h 30THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsTHE Betting Show: Is Ohio State going to be a 50-point home favorite against Youngstown State?Austin Ward, Bill Landis and Doug Lesmerises break down the Ohio State-Youngstown State betting line, which hasn't been posted yet. What should the line be, and is 50 points too high? How has Ohio State done as a favorite of 40 points or more under Ryan Day? The guys pick their OSU-YSU scores. Then it's on to other Northern games of interest, with a Rutgers-Temple showdown between Austin and Bill, and betting interest in Illinois-Kansas, Nebraska-Colorado and Iowa-Iowa State. Want to talk even more Ohio State football with the guys? Text us! Send a text to 614-662-4...2023-09-0735 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Doug and Bill answer Ohio State questions on Chip Trayanum, QBs, CJ Hicks, sandwiches and moreIt’s time to answer questions from new The Podcast text subscribers on this Kings of Columbus with Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis.From short yardage to CJ Hicks, from news conferences to motivation, Doug and Bill run through 12 different topics, while maybe introducing a new theme song. Then it’s Whatcha Watching, Eating and Thinking on pro wrestling, gyros, balding and more. Thanks for listening.2023-09-061h 36THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Doug and Bill give a Week 1 breakdown on Ohio State, Michigan, Washington, Colorado, Penn State and moreIn this Kings of Columbus/Kings of the North show, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis do what they plan to do every Monday this college football season -- analyze the best teams in Northern football and break down how they compare to the South.That includes:Quick hitters on Colorado, Illinois, Nebraska, Utah, Washington and Boston CollegeRanking the 10 best Northern teams -- Is Michigan still on top, and where does Ohio State land?5 best North teams vs. 5 best South teams -- Who wins?10 best Northern players -- Should a Colorado player top the list?Brian Ferentz Survivor...2023-09-041h 38THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsThe Podcast Betting Show: Making our picks as Ohio State opens the season on the road at IndianaAustin Ward, Bill Landis and Doug Lesmerises check in with their views about the Buckeyes as 30-point favorites over the Hoosiers on Saturday. Each week on this betting show, Austin, Bill and Doug will pick against the OSU spread, give a choice on the OSU over/under, offer two Ohio State prop bets they like, and make one more pick in Northern football. This week, that involves both Penn State's James Franklin and Iowa's Kirk Ferentz. Catch you on this betting show every week on The Podcast.2023-09-0135 minTHE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Doug and Bill draft the greatest Ohio State players of the last decadeDoug Lesmerises and Bill Landis stared covering Ohio State together in 2014. Over the last decade, they’ve seen first-round draft picks, All-Americans and program legends come through Columbus. Now, they’re drafting 90 of them, two teams of two-deeps (plus one punter each) to determine who can make the best team of the best Buckeyes from the last 10 years.Then Doug and Bill wrap it up with Whatcha Watchin', Eatin' and Thinkin' on egg rolls, wraps, the length of college football games and Farts McGee.2023-08-311h 50THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Doug, Bill, Austin and Birm on which Ohio State players they believe in the most this seasonWho are the Buckeyes prepared to exceed expectations in 2023, to elevate their games beyond what most fans anticipate? On this Kings of Columbus, Doug Lesmerises, Bill Landis, Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham all pick an Ohio State player they believe will go over and above this season. There's a pass rusher, a ball carrier, a potential pass catcher, and yes, an offensive lineman thanks to Landis.Then Doug and Bill wrap it up with Whatcha Watchin', Eatin' and Thinkin' on hot chicken, bacon, socks, Swamp Kings and the start of the football season.And don't...2023-08-261h 19THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Doug and Bill on Ohio State's QBs, how decision will be made, why it's not time to worryOhio State coach Ryan Day said this week he wasn't ready to pick a starting quarterback between Kyle McCord and Devin Brown. On this Kings of Columbus, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis explain what they think of Brown and McCord in the battle, why Day hasn't made a choice yet, and what it means for Ohio State. They also set the deadline for when they think a call should, and will, be made. Oh, and this is not like Ohio State's 215 quarterback decision.They also look at Day's decision on play-calling, how many other college f...2023-08-231h 52THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Doug and Bill on whether Ohio State, Michigan and Penn State are better than they've ever been togetherThe Big Ten East features three of the top seven teams in the preseason AP poll, and Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis dive into what that means for Ohio State, Michigan and Penn State historically on this Kings of Columbus. How good will the Nittany Lions be this season? How about the Wolverines? And what about the idea of the three teams splitting their head-to-head games and all winding up at 11-1? In that case, which team might have a tiebreaker edge?Beyond 2023, is this the new normal for the Wolverines and Nittany Lions? Will they regularly...2023-08-191h 47THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Doug and Bill wonder if Ohio State offensive tackles can be good enough this yearOhio State will have two new offensive tackles in 2023, and Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis dive into how they stack up on the latest Kings of Columbus.How much do tackles matter to Ohio State's success? How do the expected tackles this season compare to the last two decades of OSU tackles? What kind of seasons should be expected from left tackle Josh Simmons and right tackle Josh Fryar And finally, where do Ohio State's tackles rank nationally? Doug and Bill went through the other power conference teams to give a definitive tackle ranking to the Buckeyes...2023-08-171h 46THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Doug and Bill make their picks for best 22 players on the Ohio State roster with preseason draftWho are the best Ohio State Buckeyes right now as preseason camp winds down? On this Kings of Columbus, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis draft the top 22 Buckeyes, laying down a foundation they can use to track the evolution of the team this season.You can probably guess No. 1, but the draft gets really interesting after the top five as Doug and Bill work inexperienced players like Jordan Hancock, Sonny Styles and Kenyatta Jackson in with veterans like Cade Stover, Steele Chambers and Denzel Burke.2023-08-151h 39THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Doug and Bill talk Ohio State’s national title expectations and which teams match themHow many college football programs have national title expectations right now? And how many should have title expectations in the new world of college football that begins next year?On this Kings of Columbus, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis talk Ohio State, Alabama, Georgia, Michigan and more to find the teams with reasonable standards and those with delusional ones.And in the new Big Ten and SEC in 2024 how many programs should talk titles? Several Big Ten teams should rise to that standard.2023-08-121h 45THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Doug, Bill on Ohio State’s defensive star power and if it’s championship-caliberDoug Lesmerises and Bill Landis look at the defensive star power for champions of the College Football Playoff era, discuss the importance of offense vs. defense for teams chasing titles, how many defensive stars Ohio State could have this year and who could rise to that level. 2023-08-101h 20THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Doug and Bill talk Ohio State plans for Marvin Harrison, records he could breakOhio State has plans to maximize Marvin Harrison Jr., and Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis discuss the ways the Buckeyes could move MHJ around and how defenses might try to stop him. Looking at college receiver stars of the past, Kings of Columbus breaks down what 2023 should hold for Harrison.2023-08-051h 18THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Doug and Bill on Ohio State play calling, quarterbacks and Sonny StylesDoug Lesmerises and Bill Landis discuss what they saw on the first day of Ohio State camp, how the play calling structure between Ryan Day and Brian Hartline might work, update the quarterback battle between Kyle McCord and Devin Brown, get into new roles for Sonny Styles and Luke Montgomery and theorize on how OSU might use its deep running backs stable on this episode of Kings of Columbus.2023-08-041h 53THE Podcast: Ohio State Football NewsKings of Columbus: Checking the boxes on Ohio State’s national title chances after Big Ten Media DayWelcome to Kings of Columbus. This new show from THE Podcast features Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis as the two long-time Buckeyes beat reporters break down all things Ohio State football with a heavy dose of analytical thinking and in-depth thoughts about Ryan Day's Buckeyes.On the debut episode, Doug and Bill go through Ohio State’s personnel, coaching and intangibles to see if the Buckeyes have the pieces to contend for a national championship in 2023.2023-07-271h 07