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305Buck 28 Jul 2026, 9:45 am
Ohio State is involved for Zaiden Jernigan, he will be on campus for the Illinois game.
Notre Dame, Oklahoma, Auburn and Ole Miss are the early leaders.

cry me a river

ScriptOhio said:

Just sayin':

1. Anybody watch any of the 1st 2 games?....Me neither.

2. Do you think there is any crying in this baseball league?

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In terms of entertainment value, how much worse than the Cincinnati Reds can it possibly be?

I mean maybe a bosom falls out or something (one that you'd like to see that is)?

Arch… Manning… These guys never learn.

Better Know a Buckeye: Physicality, IQ and Instincts Can Make Kaden Gebhardt A Difference-Making Safety Near the Line of Scrimmage​

Scouting Report​

With a high football IQ, Gebhardt uses his instincts to take the right angle and beat the ball carrier to his spot more often than not. He shines closer to the line of scrimmage as a safety in the box, as Gebhardt is a hard-nosed player who is more physical than his size might show.

While he's best when he's going downhill, Gebhardt's agility and ability to be quick in small areas allow him to be an effective zone defender.

Although his workout and testing numbers might not blow anyone away, Gebhardt's combination of toughness, IQ and quickness allows him to make plays all over the field.

Depth Chart Outlook​

With a loaded group of safeties in 2026 that includes Jaylen McClain, Earl Little Jr., Terry Moore, Leroy Roker III, redshirt freshman Deshawn Stewart and fellow freshmen Blaine Bradford, Simeon Caldwell and Khmari Bing, among others, Gebhardt will likely have to wait his turn before making a significant impact on defense.

Gebhardt – whose physical development as a freshman has been apparent with his “Dude of the Week” recognition earlier this summer – could be a candidate to make an early impact on special teams, which could help his chances of climbing the depth chart starting next season.

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Little and Moore are both fifth-year seniors while McClain is also a candidate to enter the 2027 NFL draft, so there will be playing time up for grabs at safety as early as next season.

Gebhardt will likely be a safety that plays closer to the line of scrimmage and in the box at Ohio State, a specific skill set that could earn him situational playing time earlier than expected as he attempts to work his way up to a future starting role.

Yeah, keeping Sayin's jersey clean is kinda key. Opening holes for the RB is also key. Believe going to lose four of the five OL starters this season, and not certain how many back-ups will exhaust their eligibility or transfer. To me, Bowen's rep is still up in the air. The last two games were pretty much horrors, and didn't seem like any mid-course adjustments to stop the DL from causing mayhem. Agreed with the above, haven't had a 5* OL recruit in awhile, not for lack of effort, but getting outbid by competition. But, tOSU has decided not to get into a bidding war. Ergo, Bowen has to develop the existing talent. To me, the #12 OT v the #1 OT is hard to quantify. Hopefully Bowen (and the other OL coaches) can get the #12 OT to a high level. Then the upcoming recruits will come if they see the results of Buckeye training (much like other positions on the team). It is interesting to see how well the OL room is or isn't perceived by the non-Buckeye world.

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Just sayin': Could Iowa be the "trap game" in 2026?

If they had a good QB he'd be insane

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Catching Heat in New York and Normandy: Yogi Berra at D-Day

Know/knew there were a bunch of fervent ND fans. Had a boss who had been accepted to ND, and showed his framed acceptance letter. Never went, but framed the darn thing. Back in my business days, never saw a ND grad as a CEO of major corporation, but maybe that's because the ND grads went to Harvard/Stanford etc for their MBA's. Anyway, guess was a tad naive about where the Domer's NIL money comes from. But since ND is recruiting on a par with the big money schools, would indicate that they have the deep pockets, so who cares where their money comes from. Maybe a special basket is passed in all Masses for a NIL donation for ND?

Having lived in Texas for five years, can say with conviction that UT holds sway down there. aTm also, but more so Texas. Anybody who is anything is a Texas grad. And they usually have their pick of players from Texas. And the oil money to back it up. So, not surprised he's playing for the Longhorns.

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“The greatest motivator in the world is your ass on the bench. Ass meets bench, bench retains ass, ass transmits signals to the brain, brain transmits signals to the body, body gets ass off bench and plays better. It's a hell of a sequence.”

Buckeyes make cut for 5-star forward​

Moving to the hardwood, Ohio State basketball saw some good news in their favor on Wednesday when five-star Malachi Jordan’s (Fort Lauderdale, Florida/Prolific Prep) latest update in his recruitment was shared. A 6-foot-7, 225-pound small forward, Jordan is the
Moving to the hardwood, Ohio State basketball received some positive news Wednesday when five-star forward Malachi Jordan shared the latest update in his recruitment.

The 6-foot-7, 225-pound prospect from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, who plays for Prolific Prep, is ranked as the No. 13 player nationally and No. 3 small forward in the 2027 class, according to the 247Sports Composite. With more than 20 offers to his name, Jordan has now narrowed his recruitment to eight schools, and Ohio State remains firmly in the mix.

The Buckeyes are joined by Alabama, Kansas, UConn, Tennessee, USC, Vanderbilt, and Washington among Jordan’s finalists. There is still plenty of work left to be done against a loaded group of contenders, but making the initial cut is an encouraging sign for Jake Diebler and his staff.
Jordan appears ready to begin moving closer toward a decision, and Ohio State has to feel good about where it currently stands as his recruitment enters its next stage.

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Thump said:

All-time, historic ride by Pogacar today.

One of the best rides in history.

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I thought his performance in Stage 6 was even more impressive, he attacked on the Col de Tourmalet and rode away from Vingegaard by more than 2 and a half minutes. He pretty much clinched the tour before the end of Week 1.

I‘m looking forward to him continuing to break records: most stage wins, most yellow jerseys, and even the wiped-out 7 Tours won by Lance.