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2025-2026 Ohio State Men's Basketball

I realize it's not popular, but I like Jake Diebler. You probably have noticed how OSU has gotten behind but rallied frequently. You might think that means the coach isn't motivating the players properly early in games, but I'd say it's more of an issue with personnel not being the most gifted defensive group. These guys have consistently struggled corralling defensive rebounds, especially in the first half. The 1-3-1 zone worked again yesterday - if your team struggles to rebound anyways, why not keep it up? I like how this team seems to be coming on as the season has developed.

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2026 tOSU Offense Discussion

Miami has sent this open/weak side nickel pressure, SIM or 5th man. either c or b gap, all damn year.

The Ole Miss coaching staff had their answers & their players ready.

Not to beat a dead horse, but the lack of offensive preparation for the Miami game is only becoming more glaring watching things like this.

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Yes the team with no coaches was better prepared than our team and the only thing that seems to help is mentally checking out on the season and saying they are happy we beat UM with a pscyopath coach so who cares
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2025 Bowl Upset Contest (won by Wadcutter)

Translation: "I was covered in lotion and feathers while watching Asian midget porn"
I should sue you for libel. There were definitely no feathers involved.

And, please, the website is called ‘Asian Little People Porn”. They may be shameless and horny, but they have feelings.
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DT Eric Mensah (National Champion, transfer to ???)


Ohio State Defensive Tackle Eric Mensah Entering Transfer Portal After Two Years As Buckeye

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A three-star prospect in the 2024 recruiting class, Mensah played only sparingly in two seasons as a Buckeye, making four game appearances for 19 total snaps. He will bring three years of collegiate eligibility to his next school.
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WR Devin McCuin (Official Thread)

They lost to Miami directly because of perimeter blocking. They grind to a 24-14 victory if they do that.

Instead Jeremiah whiffed on his man and Miami ran the other way with the pass.

This is not a murderers row of teams. A little perimeter blocking elevates them beyond Miami, Ole Miss and IU.

Yup, this team wasn't quite as good as I thought they were, but they were absolutely good enough to win it all.

Hope McCuin likes doing the dirty work, we need that energy on O.
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Washington Huskies (official thread)

Agent drops Demond Williams Jr. amid QB's portal dispute​

Demond Williams Jr. has been dropped by his agent, Doug Hendrickson, in the wake of the former Washington quarterback's announcement that he will enter the transfer portal.

"I have made the decision to end my representation of Demond Williams Jr. effective immediately due to philosophical differences," Hendrickson posted Thursday on social media. "Demond is an incredible talent and we wish him and his family the best in their future endeavors."
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Williams agent was Jedd Fisch’s agent as well.
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Ohio State Wrestling (2015/2017/2018 B1G Champs, 2015 National Champs, 2019 National Runners-up)

Yep, it’s not just beating your opponent 1v1. You can get bonus points for your team depending on how badly you beat down your opponents. Winning by 8 points or more is a major decision. Beating your guy by at least 15 is considered a tech fall and the match ends due to your superiority, and then, of course, if you pin your opponent that is called a fall.

In dual meets, a win by 7 or less nets 3 team points. A major decision by 8-14 points nets 4 team points. A tech fall will net 5 team points, and finally a pin will net your team 6 team points. If your opponent forfeits, that’s also 6 team points.

The same principles apply in conference or championship tournaments. Each round is scored by your victory plus any bonus points you get. In the case of Penn State, they have several dudes that can and will rack up bonus points, which will inevitably cause a disparity. The term “hammer” is used frequently when describing someone who has the history and seemingly effortless skill to pile on points. Even if one loses in the championship bracket, they still have the ability to bonus their way through on the consolation side to claim at best 3rd.

Mitch Mesenbrink is someone I would consider a hammer for them. The kid is absolutely relentless, and fun to watch to be honest. They have others as well. They have kids redshirting and simply waiting for their turn that would start at their respective weight class at any other school save for a few.

So when Mike says they are 20-25 points better, he means wins plus bonus points. It’s really not that close. They are so good up and down their roster.
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