Ohio State sits atop ESPN’s preseason Football Power Index—but would Buckeye Nation accept a 10-2 regular season?

On this episode of The Buckeyes Blitz, Jeff “Tito” Thitoff breaks down the Buckeyes’ loaded 2026 schedule, including road tests against Texas, Indiana, Iowa and USC, plus massive home games against Oregon and Michigan.

Tito also examines Ohio State’s College Football Playoff odds, Bill Bender’s playoff projections, the possibility of another Indiana national championship and whether the Buckeyes can survive two—or even three—losses.

Plus:

🏈 Is Ryan Day really only the third-best coach in college football?

🏈 Why would anyone rank Day as low as eighth?

🏈 Will Ohio State clear its 9.5-win total?

🏈 Could Texas eliminate the Buckeyes from the playoff?

🏈 Why is Ryan Day among college football’s most hated coaches?

🏈 Is Lane Kiffin the easiest coach in America to root against?

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Ohio State basketball is taking the show outside—and Jeff “Tito” Thitoff has plenty to say about it.

On this episode of The Buckeyes Blitz, Tito breaks down the new CareSource Invitational featuring Ohio State vs. Cincinnati and Xavier vs. Dayton at the Lindner Family Tennis Center. The outdoor setting is unique, the Ohio basketball showcase is long overdue, and Jake Diebler believes it could be the first step toward something much bigger.

But should these games actually count?

Tito explains why Ohio State, Dayton, Cincinnati, Xavier and even the reigning MAC champion should eventually compete in a legitimate in-season Ohio tournament.

Also discussed:

🏀 Ohio State’s brutal nonconference schedule

🏀 Road games against UConn and Notre Dame

🏀 Matchups with Kansas and Vanderbilt

🏀 Justin Pippen’s role in replacing Bruce Thornton

🏀 The Buckeyes’ loaded and deeper backcourt

🏀 Bruce Thornton’s explosive NBA Summer League performances

🏀 Updates on former Buckeyes Kristoff Tilly and Malaki Branham

Can Jake Diebler’s aggressive scheduling prepare Ohio State for a Big Ten run—or could it bury the Buckeyes before conference play even begins?

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Ohio State football just got a new roster wrinkle — and Jeff “Tito” Thitoff is breaking it all down on The Buckeyes Blitz.

The NCAA’s new five-year eligibility rule could change how programs manage depth, transfers and future NFL decisions, but what does it actually mean for the Buckeyes? Tito looks at key Ohio State names like Brandon Inniss, Julian Sayin, Jeremiah Smith, Tavien St. Clair, Bo Jackson, Chris Henry Jr. and others who could be impacted.

Plus, the Buckeyes are still battling Tennessee for 2027 five-star running back David Gabriel George, with his July 22 decision looming. And on the hardwood, Ohio State basketball is making noise with five-star forward DeMarcus Henry, the brother of Buckeyes football freshman Chris Henry Jr. and women’s basketball player Seini Henry, including OSU in his final eight.

Football. Basketball. Recruiting drama. Roster chaos. It’s another loaded Buckeyes Blitz on FanStreamSports.com.

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Ohio State isn’t slowing down. On this episode of The Buckeyes Blitz, Jeff “Tito” Thitoff breaks down a loaded day in Buckeye Nation — starting with Jett Harrison, the 2028 five-star wide receiver and younger brother of Marvin Harrison Jr., committing to Ohio State.

Tito also dives into the Buckeyes’ ridiculous wide receiver pipeline, Cortez Hankton proving Ohio State hasn’t missed a beat after Brian Hartline, and another massive defensive line win with Marcus Fecato joining the 2027 class. But it’s not all roses — Tennessee may be turning up the NIL heat for five-star running back David Gabriel George.

Plus, Jeremiah Smith sits at No. 1 in PFF’s top college football players, Julian Sayin gets major QB1 love, Ohio State basketball has Sweet 16 potential, Sydney Mobley gives the women’s team a major boost, and former Buckeye Dillon Dingler earns MLB All-Star honors.

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Jeff “Tito” Thitoff is back with another edition of The Buckeyes Daily Blitz, breaking down a huge week in Ohio State athletics.

Jim Tressel is officially headed into the Ohio State Ring of Honor, joining legendary Buckeyes coaches Paul Brown and Woody Hayes with permanent recognition inside Ohio Stadium. Tito reacts to Tressel’s emotional surprise announcement, his legacy at Ohio State, his dominance over Michigan, and why he may be the most important Buckeyes football hire since Woody Hayes.

Plus, former Ohio State guard Bruce Thornton hears his name called with the first pick of the second round in the NBA Draft, landing with the Houston Rockets. Tito discusses Thornton’s NBA fit, his potential role in Houston, and why the Rockets clearly see something in the former Buckeye.

Also on the show: Ohio State basketball’s future with Anthony Thompson, early 2027 NBA Draft buzz, and the NCAA’s new five-years-to-play-five eligibility rule.

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Ohio State basketball has talent. Now it has expectations.

On this episode of The Buckeyes Daily Blitz, Jeff “Tito” Thitoff breaks down what LJ Smith’s reclassification means for the Buckeyes, why Jake Diebler needed another backcourt weapon, and how Ohio State plans to replace Bruce Thornton by committee.

Tito also dives into John Mobley Jr.’s next step, Amari Williams’ offseason growth, Justin Pippen’s leadership role, and why this Buckeyes roster has no excuse to miss the NCAA Tournament.

This might be Jake Diebler’s most talented Ohio State team yet. Now it has to win like it.

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Ohio State basketball just got a major boost as 5-star guard LJ Smith reclassifies to 2026 and joins the Buckeyes earlier than expected. On this episode of The Buckeyes Daily Blitz, Jeff “Tito” Thitoff breaks down what Smith’s arrival means for Jake Diebler’s loaded backcourt, how he fits with Anthony Thompson, John Mobley Jr., Amari Bayham and the rest of a revamped Ohio State roster.

Tito also reacts to Diebler’s comments on building chemistry, getting Smith ready during the summer, Mobley’s “unfinished business,” and why this season feels like a true step-forward moment for Buckeyes basketball.

Can Ohio State make real noise in the Big Ten and finally push deeper into March? The talent is there — now it’s time to run it up.

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Jeff “Tito” Thitoff breaks down why Ohio State may have dodged a Chaz Coleman problem, Colin Simmons firing up the Texas rematch, Earl Little Jr. and Chris Henry Jr. hype, plus Jake Diebler’s bigger, deeper Buckeyes basketball roster on The Buckeyes Daily Blitz Podcast at FanStreamSports.com.

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