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LGHL Hangout in the Holy Land Podcast: Breaking down the Buckeyes as Ohio State prepares to kick off their season against a Big Ten foe

Hangout in the Holy Land Podcast: Breaking down the Buckeyes as Ohio State prepares to kick off their season against a Big Ten foe
Josh Dooley
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(A) Game Week is finally here! Josh and Chuck are counting down the mere days until kickoff while reacting to Ryan Day’s weekly presser and previewing OSU’s game against the Indiana Hoosiers.

The latest episode of Land-Grant Holy Land’s flagship podcast is here! Join LGHL’s Josh Dooley and Chuck Holmes as they discuss Ohio State football, recruiting, and much, much more! Come for the hot takes, stay for the warm ones.

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On this episode of Hangout in the Holy Land, Josh and Chuck celebrate the holiday known as Week 1 of the college football season. Forget all that Week 0 nonsense, because now it’s for real! Because Ohio State kicks off, of course. A new CFB season means new faces, new questions, and new reasons for optimism... Or pessimism and concern.

But the hosts are not too worried about OSU’s new starting quarterback. Instead, they want to know if Jim Knowles’ defense will turn up the heat and whether Justin Frye’s revamped offensive line can protect C.J. Stroud’s replacement. Although there are plenty of unknowns in and around Columbus, hopes and expectations are as high as they’ve ever been.

Up first for the Buckeyes are the Indiana Hoosiers, so Josh and Chuck preview a Tom Allen-led IU squad that has struggled in recent seasons. Can the boys in Bloomington recapture their pandemic magic? Or will Allen’s seat continue to heat up? The Hangouts boys lean toward the latter...

Please make sure to like, rate, review, and subscribe to the podcast! And as always, Go Bucks!



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LGHL Will freshman safety Malik Hartford steal a starting job before the end of the season?

Will freshman safety Malik Hartford steal a starting job before the end of the season?
JordanW330
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Ohio State Spring Football Game

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Jim Knowles says Malik Hartford is still in the competition to start at one of the safety positions.

Every day from now until the start of the season, Land-Grant Holy Land is highlighting Ohio State football players that you should be watching this season. Check out all of our “Player to Watch” articles to get ready for the season opener against Indiana.



Starting adjustor Malik Hartford? Sounds crazy to some, but after Jim Knowles spoke highly of him in a recent press conference it may be a reality.

Hartford, a true freshman, was a huge pickup for the Buckeyes, ranked as the number 69th overall player and fifth-best safety in the country. Despite his high ranking and clear talent, no one expected Hartford to contribute early, except maybe Hartford himself. Entering Ohio State, Hartford was expected to be behind Josh Proctor and Ja’Had Carter — two players with multiple years of experience — as well as Kye Stokes, a 2022 commit who flashed early in the spring game.

Despite the players ahead of him, Hartford may be too talented to keep off the field. When asked about the safeties, defensive coordinator Jim Knowles had this to say:

“You’re looking at Josh Proctor, Malik Hartford, and Ja’Had Carter. Those three are fighting it out for that other position. Between the three of them, they’ll play there and also back up Lathan [Ransom].”

This was the first time Knowles has given any indication that Hartford could be a major factor in 2023. With camp at its end, Knowles wasn’t being coy by bringing up Hartford, he is absolutely in the running for a starting position in his freshman year.

Being a freshman contributor at Ohio State is a major feat, but it’s even more impressive to potentially be a starter. Last season, Knowles and the safeties room talked about how complicated his defense is on safeties, and Knowles has mentioned multiple times you have to be smart to play safety for him. At adjustor that is even more important, because the adjustor, as the name states, must make adjustments for the entire defense and is expected to make his teammates right even if they’re wrong.

That is a lot of pressure for any player, so for Hartford to be in a position to grab a starting spot, he has to be special on the field and in the meeting room. Week 1 I expect Carter to be the starting adjustor, but before the end of the season, whether due to injury or belief from the coaching staff, Hartford is going to secure his sport at starting adjustor and hold it down for the next two to three years.

The Buckeyes got a stud in Hartford, and it’s only a matter of time before he’s a household name.



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LGHL Two one hundred-yard rushers, Denzel Burke pick, and other predictions for Saturday vs. Indiana

Two one hundred-yard rushers, Denzel Burke pick, and other predictions for Saturday vs. Indiana
Megan.Husslein
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COLLEGE FOOTBALL: NOV 19 Ohio State at Maryland

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Just how MANY touchdowns will the Bucks score?

There are high expectations for Ohio State as its season opener is just four days away. The Buckeyes are 30-point favorites against Indiana, and I honestly think they might cover the spread. The past few years have been nothing short of dominant against the Hoosiers, and I expect no different come this Saturday.


Two 100-yard rushers?

COLLEGE FOOTBALL: NOV 12 Indiana at Ohio State
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Every single running back is finally healthy. When was the last time that could be said for the Ohio State RB room? Miyan Williams suffered some sort of injury during camp, but I don’t believe it is anything serious. So, with five running backs to choose from, there’s got to be two 100-yard rushers, right?

I think it is going to be Williams and TreVeyon Henderson. I cannot wait to see a fully healthy Henderson, as he has had the entire offseason to get his foot healthy, and Saturday will be our first chance to hopefully see the return of the 2021 version of Henderson.

Additionally, I’m curious to see how many reps Evan Pryor will get, as he missed the entirety of last season with a knee injury. Overall, it’ll be interesting to see how the reps are split, but I anticipate Williams and Henderson getting the majority — unless it’s a blowout — which if it is, we will get to see everyone!


Denzel Burke Gets an Interception

Ohio State v Maryland
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Man, oh man, did Denzel Burke go through the sophomore slump last year. After having 12 passes defended in his freshman season, he had just five last year. He was battling an injury, but now with the offseason to get healthy, I’m anticipating a huge comeback year for Burke, and that too starts Saturday.

Indiana hasn’t announced who its starting quarterback is going to be (twins!), but whoever it is is going to be a first-time starter. So, between those jitters, the nerves of the first game of the season, AND playing Ohio State, I expect some mistakes. One of those is an interception that falls right into the hands of Burke. I predict that he will start the season off with a bang!


HOW MANY receivers are going to have a touchdown?

COLLEGE FOOTBALL: OCT 22 Iowa at Ohio State
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Every single position group is going to be exciting to watch, obviously with all eyes on the quarterback situation, but I am going to be focused on the wide receivers. Zone 6 is just insanely talented with unending greatness. I predict a spreading of the wealth against Indiana, with each WR getting in on the scoring action.

Marvin Harrison Jr. has to have at least two touchdowns. I’ll set my personal line at 2.5 for him. Emeka Egbuka gets one, Julian Fleming gets one... then the rest is up for grabs. Carnell Tate HAS to see a lot of playing time, right? I might go as far as to say he’ll get his first collegiate TD. So, my prediction is at least four different receivers will score, but it might even be more than that.

This is one of the most highly anticipated season openers in a while for the Bucks, and there are so many different angles to focus on. QB situation? How will the new offensive line do? Is the defense improved? Let’s just focus on Indiana for now, and enjoy a (hopefully) easy game.

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LGHL Jordan Hancock ready for breakout season following injury-plagued 2022

Jordan Hancock ready for breakout season following injury-plagued 2022
JamiJurich
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NCAA Football: Ohio State at Maryland

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After being sidelined by a hamstring injury, Hancock is ready to show what he can do at full strength

Every day from now until the start of the season, Land-Grant Holy Land is highlighting Ohio State football players that you should be watching this season. Check out all of our “Player to Watch” articles to get ready for the season opener against Indiana.



What is expected to be a breakout season for Jordan Hancock has arrived a year later than Ohio State initially anticipated. With the wait came lessons Hancock believes will be an asset on the field this season.

The third-year defensive back has fully recovered from the hamstring injury that plagued him throughout the 2022 season, with Hancock eliminating any doubts about his return to top form throughout spring football.

Now, he is poised to add an element of explosiveness to Jim Knowles’ defense, and with his improved game at cornerback, he could be the key to unlocking the defense’s full potential.

When Hancock lost his ability to explode because of his injury last season, the defensive impact was palpable. Unable to fully display his talents, he seemed to lag a step behind his teammates or the unfolding play even when he did see field time in 2022.

He says he’s learned how to care for his body and has matured on and off the field. These lessons have the potential to not only boost his physical game but have also allowed him time to observe and mentally prepare — an invaluable gift, given the complexities of Knowles’ defense.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL: APR 16 Ohio State Spring Game
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With an extra year of learning the schemes and nuances of the plays—and the “why” behind them—Hancock opens up the possibilities for the Buckeyes defensively.

While OSU is stacked at cornerback, Hancock (alongside starting corner Denzel Burke) could be a dynamic duo for the Buckeyes, allowing Knowles to unleash blitz packages and defensive schemes OSU hasn’t yet been able to maximize.

And ultimately, Hancock’s playmaking abilities could be a defining difference-maker in the defensive schema this season. It’s hard (and often fruitless) to pin hopes and dreams on one player, but one guy with Hancock’s talent could be the difference between a really good defense and a great one.

Hancock has the intangibles. He says all the right things and he executes them on the field. In fact, the Buckeyes bringing in Ole Miss transfer Davison Igbinosun didn’t distress Hancock—it fueled him. He wasn’t threatened by adding more talented players to the roster. In fact, he is exhilarated by the idea of the Buckeyes being the best, and he believes Igbinosun, who has experience in the SEC, can help OSU accomplish this.

Driven by the competition and a desire to be better (or better yet, the best), Hancock is ready to emerge as a household name, despite playing only 11 games in his first two years with the team (seven on defense).

And so, keep your eye on Jordan Hancock. He is poised to emerge as a playmaker, rising to the occasion.

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LGHL Ohio State Football Countdown: 4

Ohio State Football Countdown: 4
Gene Ross
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COLLEGE FOOTBALL: SEP 02 Ohio State at Minnesota


One play or big moment per day as we count down to the start of Ohio State’s 2023 football season.

As we count down to the start of the 2023 season, we will be looking back at one play or big moment in
Ohio State history over the past decade or so that corresponds to the remaining days left until Buckeyes take the field against Indiana on Sept. 2. There are 4 days remaining.


Play of the Day: C.J. Stroud’s 4 TDs in first career start vs. Minnesota (2021)


C.J. Stroud had not thrown a collegiate pass before making his first career start for Ohio State in the season opener against Minnesota in 2021. Taking on the Golden Gophers on the road, Stroud completed 13 of his 22 pass attempts for 294 yards and four touchdowns with one pick in his debut. The first-time starter made some really nice throws at all three levels, and we could see right from the jump the makings of a future first round NFL Draft pick at QB. The Buckeyes would go on to win this one 45-31.


Players to Wear the #4 (since 2010):

  • C.J. Barnett (2010-13)
  • Curtis Samuel (2014-16)
  • Jordan Fuller (2016-19)
  • Chris Chugunov (2018-19)
  • Lejond Cavazos (2020-21)
  • Julian Fleming (2020-present)
  • J.K. Johnson (2021-22)
  • Lorenzo Styles Jr. (present)

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LGHL Why is this News? All the articles and tweets Buckeye fans need for August 29, 2023

Why is this News? All the articles and tweets Buckeye fans need for August 29, 2023
Matt Tamanini
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Syndication: The Columbus Dispatch

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All the Buckeye news thats fit to re-print.

Look, we get it. Your days are busy and you don’t have time to read all of the stories and tweets from the three dozen websites dedicated to covering Ohio State athletics, or the 237 Buckeye beat writers churning out hot takes and #content on a daily basis. But that’s ok, that’s what your friends at Land-Grant Holy Land are here for.

Monday through Friday, we’ll be collecting all of the articles, tweets, features, interviews, videos, podcasts, memes, photos, and whatever else we stumble across on the interwebz and putting them in our daily “Why is this News?” article. That way, you’ll have a one-stop shop for all of the most important Buckeye news, jokes, and analysis.

You’re welcome!


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Count Down to Kickoff


Ohio State Football Countdown: 4
Gene Ross, Land-Grant Holy Land


On the Gridiron


Quick Hits: Ryan Day Says Kyle McCord and Devin Brown “Have to Bring It Every Day” in Head-to-Head Quarterback Competition
Andy Anders, Eleven Warriors

Can Kyle McCord hold off Devin Brown and become QB1?
Jordan Williams, Land-Grant Holy Land

Devin Brown still very much in the mix to start at quarterback for the Buckeyes
Justin Golba, Land-Grant Holy Land

What Indiana’s Tom Allen said ahead of Ohio State’s visit
Patrick Murphy, Bucknuts


Coach Tom Allen said that Indiana has a starting kicker, but that they won't reveal that publicly. #IUFB

— Daniel Olinger (@dan_olinger) August 28, 2023

Column: Ohio State’s three biggest concerns heading into the 2023 season
Gene Ross, Land-Grant Holy Land

What question would you like to see answered by Ohio State in the opener?
Josh Dooley and Gene Ross, Land-Grant Holy Land

The Grumpy Old Buckeye’s guide to the 2023 Ohio State football schedule
Michael Citro, Land-Grant Holy Land

Whoever Ryan Day Picks as His Quarterback Is Going to Make This List Look Stupid

@HowardGriffith saw every B1G team up close at camp this month.

He gives his Top 5⃣ post-camp positional rankings, starting with QBs: pic.twitter.com/UQah0xQp33

— Big Ten Football (@B1Gfootball) August 28, 2023

On the Hardwood


Ohio State to host five-star center Jayden Quaintance on visit
Adam Jardy, The Columbus Dispatch


Outside the Shoe and Schott


Women’s Volleyball: Londot and Tuman Earn First Big Ten Weekly Awards
Ohio State Athletics

Men’s Gymnastics: Nelson and Davenport-Mills Wrap Up Strong Showing at 2023 U.S. Gymnastics Championships
Ohio State Athletics

Men’s Ice Hockey: Ohio State Reveals Complete 2023-24 Schedule
Ohio State Athletics


And now for something completely different...

Buckeye Country Superfest returns to Ohio Stadium on Sat, 6/22 with Zach Bryan, Billy Strings, Turnpike Troubadours, Charley Crockett and more! Register Now for Presale Access starting Weds. 9/6 at 10 am ET.
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— Buckeye Country Superfest (@buckeye_fest) August 28, 2023

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