Land-Grant Podcast Network: An Ohio State University podcast

Before every Ohio State men’s basketball game, Connor Lemons gets you ready for that day’s action with key stats, players to know, and prevalent storylines for that day’s game on the “Good Hoops Morning” podcast. Listen to the episode and subscribe: Subscribe: RSS | Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Michigan Wolverines (-15.5) vs. Ohio State Buckeyes| over/under 162.5 Game Date/Time: Friday, January 23 at 8:00 p.m. ETLocation: Ann Arbor, MichiganTV: FOXRadio: 97.1 FM/ 971thefan.com Ohio State (13-5, 5-3) is looking to secure one of the biggest upsets in program history Friday night when they take on the No. 3 Michigan Wolverines (17-1, 7-1) in Ann Arbor. The Buckeyes have won three of their last four games and are two games over .500 in Big Ten play for the first time since January 2023. Michigan has been the most dominant team in the sport this year, winning eight games by at least 30 points this season. The Wolverines are No. 1 in KenPom, No. 1 in the NET rankings, and are the betting favorite to win the national championship. They lead the Big Ten in several offensive categories, including points per game and field goal percentage. Ohio State fans may see the debut of Puff Johnson Friday night. The 6-foot-8 forward who last played at Penn State was ruled eligible by a Franklin County court late last week. Johnson did not play in Ohio State’s wins over UCLA or Minnesota based on coaches’ decision. Connor’s prediction: Michigan 88, Ohio State 65 Connect with Connor: Twitter: @lemons_connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Bucketheads” is LGHL’s men’s basketball podcast, hosted by Connor Lemons and Justin Golba. In every episode, they give you the latest scoop on the Ohio State Buckeyes and everything else happening in college hoops. Subscribe: RSS | Apple | Spotify | Google Podcasts | iHeart Radio On episode 187 of the Bucketheads Podcast, Connor and Justin are back to talk about the Buckeyes two wins this week at home, one dominating win over UCLA and a much closer overtime win over Minnesota. What helped the Buckeyes have the best game of the season against UCLA? And how were they able to survive in a grind it out game against Minnesota? To close the episode, we preview the Buckeyes showdown on Friday night in Ann Arbor against the No. 3 Michigan Wolverines. Remember to like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen, leave a comment, and review! We have episodes every Thursday morning. Connect with the Podcast:Twitter: @BucketheadsLGPN Connect with Connor:Twitter: @lemons_connor Connect with Justin:Twitter: @justin_golba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The latest episode of Land-Grant Holy Land’s flagship podcast is here! Join hosts Justin Golba and Alex Frank as they discuss ⁠Ohio State⁠ football, basketball, recruiting, and much more! Come for the hot takes. Stay for the warm ones. Subscribe: ⁠RSS⁠ | ⁠Apple⁠ | ⁠Spotify⁠ | ⁠Google Podcasts⁠ | ⁠iHeart Radio On episode 54 of Hangout in the Holy Land, Justin and Alex are trying to find the next Ohio State offensive coordinator. We have eight different options, some reasonable and some out of the box, and we rank who we want the most to be the Buckeyes play caller next season. In addition to that, we discuss Ross Bjork’s transfer portal and NIL comments and more transfer portal additions this week to next season’s roster. With the season now over, we will be back with another episode of Hangout in the Holy Land next week and once a week in the offseason every Wednesday morning. Remember to like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen, leave a comment, and review! Connect with the podcast:Twitter: ⁠@HolyLandPod⁠ Connect with Justin Golba:Twitter: ⁠@justin_golba⁠ Connect with Alex Frank:Twitter: ⁠@frankie_nnati Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before every Ohio State men’s basketball game, Connor Lemons gets you ready for that day’s action with key stats, players to know, and prevalent storylines for that day’s game on the “Good Hoops Morning” podcast. Listen to the episode and subscribe: Subscribe: RSS | Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Ohio State Buckeyes (-8.5) vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers| over/under 144.5 Game Date/Time: Tuesday, January 20 at 6:30 p.m. ETLocation: Columbus, OhioTV: BTNRadio: 97.1 FM/ 971thefan.com Ohio State (12-5, 4-3) welcomes a struggling Minnesota Golden Gophers (10-8, 3-4) team to the Schottenstein Center on Tuesday night for the team’s second home game in four days. After scoring 86 points on UCLA over the weekend, the Buckeyes will look to out-run a Minnesota team that is the slowest team in the conference in adjusted tempo (351st in the nation) and is 17th in the Big Ten in points per game (72.8). Minnesota has averaged 70.3 points per game during its three-game losing streak, although those three losses have come by an average of 4.7 points. Among the Gophers’ three Big Ten wins are ranked wins over Indiana and Iowa. This game will feature two of the Big Ten’s three best scorers — Bruce Thornton (20.5 PPG) and Cade Tyson (20.8 PPG). Thornton and Tyson are also tied for the lead in minutes per game this season at 36.4 per contest. Connor’s prediction: Ohio State 78, Minnesota 68 Connect with Connor: Twitter: @lemons_connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

College football didn’t just crown a champion this week, it delivered a moment that still feels surreal. Indiana’s 27–21 win over Miami capped a storybook season under Curt Cignetti, punctuated by Mendoza’s unforgettable touchdown run and a late interception that felt inevitable. The setting only added to the disbelief, as Miami lost a national title game at home while Indiana fans overwhelmed the stadium. Ohio State now becomes part of that reality, traveling to Bloomington on October 17 next season for a matchup that already projects as one of the biggest games of the year. While the spotlight stayed on the playoff, Ohio State quietly finished assembling one of the nation’s most complete transfer classes. The Buckeyes now sit with the No. 3 overall incoming class for 2026 and the top-ranked transfer class in the Big Ten, addressing depth and flexibility across the roster rather than chasing quick fixes. The secondary received an SEC flavored overhaul with additions like Dominick Kelly, and Cam Calhoun, while James Smith and Qua Russaw bolster the defensive front. On offense, Ohio State added complementary pieces at wide receiver, tight end, and running back, and finally stabilized special teams with Baylor kicker Connor Hawkins, whose range and consistency immediately raise the floor. The takeaway from portal season is clear. Ohio State didn’t rush the process, but it closed strong, filled holes, and built insulation across the depth chart. On the hardwood, Ohio State basketball continued its steady climb. Wins over UCLA and Minnesota pushed the Buckeyes to 13–5 overall and 5–3 in Big Ten play, with John Mobley headlining both performances. The resume is quietly solid, defined by narrow losses and consistent competitiveness rather than blowout defeats. That progress now faces its sternest test. A trip to Ann Arbor to face No. 3 Michigan looms Friday, offering a measuring stick for a team that remains very much in the NCAA tournament picture. Across football and basketball, Ohio State isn’t chasing hype. It’s building momentum, and the next stretch will determine just how real it is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before every Ohio State men’s basketball game, Connor Lemons gets you ready for that day’s action with key stats, players to know, and prevalent storylines for that day’s game on the “Good Hoops Morning” podcast. Listen to the episode and subscribe: Subscribe: RSS | Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Ohio State Buckeyes (-4.5) vs. UCLA Bruins| over/under 148.5 Game Date/Time: Saturday, January 17 at 1:00 p.m. ETLocation: Columbus, OhioTV: CBSRadio: 97.1 FM/ 971thefan.com Ohio State (11-5, 3-3) needs to pick up some wins at home over the coming weeks as January comes to a close, because February is going to be a gauntlet for the Buckeyes. That all starts on Saturday, as Jake Diebler’s Buckeyes welcome Mick Cronin’s UCLA Bruins (12-5, 4-2) to Columbus. Both Ohio State and UCLA have feasted on the bottom of the Big Ten so far this year, with neither team beating a fellow Big Ten team that’s in the top half of the conference standings. For Ohio State, Saturday’s game is a Quad-2 opportunity, for UCLA, it’s a Quad-1 game. Ohio State will be without senior forward Brandon Noel, while senior center Christoph Tilly will likely be listed as questionable after being treated for a head injury suffered last weekend at Washington. Ohio State’s newest player, former Penn State forward Puff Johnson, may be on the bench Saturday, but is not expected to suit up one day after being ruled eligible by a court in Franklin County. Following Saturday’s game, Ohio state will face Minnesota at home, Michigan on the road, and Penn State at home. UCLA will likely be without guard Skyy Clark, who averages 13.5 points per game and is sooting 48.6% from three this season, as he recovers from a hamstring injury. Connor’s prediction: UCLA 74, Ohio State 70 Connect with Connor: Twitter: @lemons_connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Bucketheads” is LGHL’s men’s basketball podcast, hosted by Connor Lemons and Justin Golba. In every episode, they give you the latest scoop on the Ohio State Buckeyes and everything else happening in college hoops. Subscribe: RSS | Apple | Spotify | Google Podcasts | iHeart Radio On episode 186 of the Bucketheads Podcast, Connor and Justin are back to talk about the Buckeyes west coast trip, which included a win over an injured Oregon team and a missed opportunity at Washington. We talk about the takeaways from both games. Are John Mobley and Devin Royal doing enough? Is Ivan Njegovan becoming a capable backup center? Also, we discuss how bad is the Christoph Tilly injury and how should the Buckeyes handle the lineup moving forward? Also, we preview a huge home stand against UCLA and Minnesota. Remember to like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen, leave a comment, and review! We have episodes every Thursday morning. Connect with the Podcast:Twitter: @BucketheadsLGPN Connect with Connor:Twitter: @lemons_connor Connect with Justin:Twitter: @justin_golba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The latest episode of Land-Grant Holy Land’s flagship podcast is here! Join hosts Justin Golba and Alex Frank as they discuss ⁠Ohio State⁠ football, basketball, recruiting, and much more! Come for the hot takes. Stay for the warm ones. Subscribe: ⁠RSS⁠ | ⁠Apple⁠ | ⁠Spotify⁠ | ⁠Google Podcasts⁠ | ⁠iHeart Radio On episode 53 of Hangout in the Holy Land, Justin and Alex are back to try and break down all of the transfer portal chaos. It has been a great week for Ohio State, bringing in some of its top targets and filling some huge positional needs. We discuss our favorite additions and some needs that still have to be addressed. Also, Max Klare is heading for the NFL draft and we preview the national championship. And Bo Jackson is back after rumors he was hitting the transfer portal. With the season now over, we will be back with another episode of Hangout in the Holy Land next week and once a week in the offseason every Wednesday morning. Remember to like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen, leave a comment, and review! Connect with the podcast:Twitter: ⁠@HolyLandPod⁠ Connect with Justin Golba:Twitter: ⁠@justin_golba⁠ Connect with Alex Frank:Twitter: ⁠@frankie_nnati Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Even without taking the field, Ohio State’s season moved in multiple directions this week. While the College Football Playoff delivered blowouts and revelations, the Buckeyes continued reshaping their roster through the transfer portal. Meanwhile, Ohio State basketball lived another week on the razor’s edge, flashing both tournament potential and familiar late-game frustration. The transfer portal continues to redraw Ohio State’s defensive identity. The headline addition is a proven ACC defensive back with all-conference credentials, a move that immediately stabilizes a secondary in flux. On offense, speed arrives at wide receiver, likely filling a depth role but adding an element this roster has lacked behind its top options. Linebacker depth was also addressed with a Big Ten transfer, signaling a desire for experience over projection. Just as important, Ohio State retained a key returner on offense despite persistent rumors, a quiet win in a cycle defined by exits as much as entries. Still, the misses sting. Several defensive targets landed with conference rivals, and a handful of Buckeyes followed familiar coaching pipelines elsewhere. The takeaway is not panic, but reality. This roster is improving at the margins, not flipping overnight. Development and internal growth will still decide the ceiling. The playoff picture clarified itself violently. One semifinal was over by halftime, a reminder of what elite execution looks like when all three phases align. Precision offense, mistake-free football, and relentless pressure left no room for debate. This is what championship-level football looks like when everything clicks. The other semifinal delivered drama instead. Late-game execution, star power, and composure under pressure defined the difference. The result is a national championship matchup that few predicted but feels earned. The lesson is unavoidable. Reputation does not survive January, only performance does. Ohio State basketball remains frustratingly relevant. A narrow loss against an undefeated opponent felt like a missed opportunity that could linger in March conversations. A strong road win followed, showing balance and resilience. Then another road loss arrived, fueled by defensive lapses and late-game breakdowns. The profile is what it is. A bubble team with metrics that justify belief, and results that invite skepticism. Nationally, the Buckeyes sit in the mid-to-late 30s in both KenPom and NET, almost identical to their next opponent. It is early, but it is not nothing. This team still controls its path, and whether it steadies or slips will define the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The latest episode of Land Grant Holy Land’s Horseshoe Hangover is here! Join Alex Frank and Ryan Weckstein as they help you get through any lingering feelings you may have from the weekend while recapping Ohio State’s latest game and looking ahead to the next game. The College Football Playoff Semifinals delivered two contrasting games, but they also revealed a lot about why the Buckeyes were ousted in the CFP Quarterfinals. Alex Frank and Ryan Weckstein discuss what Indiana and Miami have revealed about what the Buckeyes need to adapt and revert back to if they’re going to make a deeper run in the College Football Playoff next season. On the hardwood, the Buckeyes are looking to build momentum going into the meat of their schedule. Alex and Ryan discuss how the Big Ten could be the best conference in college basketball right now. Connect with Land Grant Holy Land: Twitter: @landgrant33 Connect with Alex Frank:Twitter: @frankie_nnati Connect with Ryan Weckstein: Twitter: @ryan_weckstein Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before every Ohio State men’s basketball game, Connor Lemons gets you ready for that day’s action with key stats, players to know, and prevalent storylines for that day’s game on the “Good Hoops Morning” podcast. Listen to the episode and subscribe: Subscribe: RSS | Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Washington Huskies (-2.5) vs. Ohio State Buckeyes| over/under 152.5 Game Date/Time: Sunday, January 11 at 6:00 p.m. ETLocation: Seattle, WashingtonTV: PeacockRadio: 97.1 FM/ 971thefan.com Ohio State (11-4, 3-2) will try to sweep their Pacific Northwest road trip this evening as they battle with the Washington Huskies (9-6, 1-3) in Seattle. A win for Ohio State would also make them 4-0 in Big Ten road games for the first time since the 2017-18 team, which won its first five Big Ten road games. With Brandon Noel out for the foreseeable future with an unspecified foot injury, Gabe Cupps stepped up for Ohio State against Oregon, scoring nine points on 3-of-4 shooting in 23 minutes. Devin Royal registered his third double-double of the season, scoring 14 points and grabbing 10 rebounds in 36 minutes. The Huskies could be without two of their four leading scorers on Sunday night, but their availability won’t be known until closer to game time. Senior guard Desmond Claude is currently away from the team due to a personal matter, and was not at practice on Saturday. Sophomore guard Wesley Yates has missed Washington’s last four games with a wrist injury, and will be a game-time decision on Sunday night. Washington coach Danny Sprinkle has not ruled either player out, but said that if Yates plays, his minutes will be limited. Connor’s prediction: Ohio State 78, Washington 74 Connect with Connor: Twitter: @lemons_connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Bucketheads” is LGHL’s men’s basketball podcast, hosted by Connor Lemons and Justin Golba. In every episode, they give you the latest scoop on the Ohio State Buckeyes and everything else happening in college hoops. Subscribe: RSS | Apple | Spotify | Google Podcasts | iHeart Radio On episode 185 of the Bucketheads Podcast, Connor and Justin are back to discuss the Buckeyes 1-1 week after taking down Rutgers Friday night but falling to Nebraska Monday night. After going down by 15 points in the first half, Ohio State came back to defeat Rutgers, but could not overcome a 14-point deficit against Nebraska. What can the Buckeyes do to stop these early lulls? And what happened on the final shot against Nebraska? We close the episode discussing the west coast trip to Oregon and Washington this week and how important it is. Remember to like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen, leave a comment, and review! Connect with the Podcast:Twitter: @BucketheadsLGPN Connect with Connor:Twitter: @lemons_connor Connect with Justin:Twitter: @justin_golba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before every Ohio State men’s basketball game, Connor Lemons gets you ready for that day’s action with key stats, players to know, and prevalent storylines for that day’s game on the “Good Hoops Morning” podcast. Listen to the episode and subscribe: Subscribe: RSS | Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Oregon Ducks (-2.5) vs. Ohio State Buckeyes| over/under 153.5 Game Date/Time: Thursday, January 8 at 10:30 p.m. ETLocation: Eugene, OregonTV: BTNRadio: 97.1 FM/ 971thefan.com Ohio State (10-4, 2-2) travels to the great Pacific Northwest to battle with the Oregon Ducks (8-7, 1-3) Thursday night in Eugene. It’s a tip time that would make Bill Walton smile, but will make many Buckeye fans wake up Friday morning with bloodshot eyes as the Big Ten tries to accommodate its new west coast members. The Buckeyes are coming off a three-point loss to Nebraska on Monday night — their third one-possession loss of the season.Ohio State overcame a 14-point deficit to take the lead late, but did not survive a final push from the undefeated Cornhuskers. Oregon is fresh off an overtime loss to Rutgers on Monday night in New Jersey, which actually took place at the same time as Ohio State’s game against Nebraska. Ohio State will be without Brandon Noel (7.4 PPG for the foreseeable future after suffering a foot injury Monday night that left him in a boot. Oregon’s Jackson Shelstad (15.6 PPG) will likely be a gametime decision as he nurses a hand injury, but Jake Diebler did say on Wednesday afternoon that he expects the Ducks to be at full strength come game time. Connor’s prediction: Ohio State 80, Oregon 75 Connect with Connor: Twitter: @lemons_connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The latest episode of Land-Grant Holy Land’s flagship podcast is here! Join hosts Justin Golba and Alex Frank as they discuss ⁠Ohio State⁠ football, basketball, recruiting, and much more! Come for the hot takes. Stay for the warm ones. Subscribe: ⁠RSS⁠ | ⁠Apple⁠ | ⁠Spotify⁠ | ⁠Google Podcasts⁠ | ⁠iHeart Radio On episode 52 of Hangout in the Holy Land, Justin and Alex are back after taking a week off since the Ohio State loss to Miami in the Cotton Bowl. We give our final thoughts on the season and where the Buckeyes need to go from here to stay on the right track. After that, we discuss the recently opened transfer portal and discuss some of the transfers that are leaving and some of the ones that are coming in. With the season now over, we will be back with another episode of Hangout in the Holy Land next week and once a week in the offseason. Remember to like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen, leave a comment, and review! Connect with the podcast:Twitter: ⁠@HolyLandPod⁠ Connect with Justin Golba:Twitter: ⁠@justin_golba⁠ Connect with Alex Frank:Twitter: ⁠@frankie_nnati Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What began as a promising 2025 Ohio State football season and morphed into an apparent historic one came crashing to earth with back-to-back losses and a suddently completely overmatched offensive line. Julian Sayin spent his second straight game spending more time looking at guys trying to sack him than his options downfield. The Buckeyes started slowly, seemed to recover in the third quarter, and then faded again at the end, just when things were looking up. We break down a disappointing Cotton Bowl performance that added another layer to our lack of enthusiasm for New Year’s Eve games. We looked back at the key moments in Ohio State’s 24-14 loss to the Miami Hurricanes, checked in on our picks to click, and didn’t even bother to entertain who “won” in our game predictions. After our Cotton Bowl rewind, we looked at one former OSU offensive coordinator returning to the Big Ten — but not to Columbus — and Brian Hartline’s successor as the receivers coach for Ohio State. Where does the best school at producing NFL wide receivers turn? To the second-best school at producing wide receivers, naturally. But who is going to call the plays for those receivers? [thinking face emoji goes here] Finally, we looked at the insanity that is the transfer window. Seemingly everyone who didn’t start for Ohio State in 2025 is going in, which is weird when you consider how many starters are leaving, but who knows how it will all work out. There are some successful OSU transfer stories, and a bunch of not-so-good ones. But there aren’t just players leaving. Some are already arriving as well, and we discuss what is almost certainly an out-of-date list by the time you hear this podcast. NOTE: We are in our offseason schedule, so we will be back at least monthly, with the understanding that we may convene if we line up a guest, get some unexpectely big news, or just get a whole lot of noteworthy things to talk about. If not, we’ll see you next month. We would love to hear from you, so please reach out with your feedback and questions below in the comments section or send us an email at silverbulletspod@gmail.com. Any questions directed toward us will be answered on our next show. Be sure to subscribe, rate, review, share, and follow the show over on Twitter at @SilvrBulletsPod. As always, thanks for listening! 0:20 - Buckeye football season comes to a premature conclusion after a costly slow start in the Cotton Bowl. 22:36 - The college coaching carousel sees a familiar name headed to Northwestern and a new face succeed Brian Hartline as wide receivers coach. 26:17 - Ohio State has plucked a couple of guys out of the transfer portal, but there are a lot more Buckeyes going into the portal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State’s season came to an abrupt end on New Year’s Eve with a 24–14 loss to Miami, a game that felt over long before the final whistle for some fans. From the opening drive, Miami’s defensive line overwhelmed the Buckeyes, collapsing the pocket and erasing any chance of offensive rhythm. Julian Sayin showed flashes when protected, but those moments were few and far between. Despite the final score, the defense largely did its job. Holding Miami to 17 offensive points should have been enough to win a playoff game. The problem was everything happening in front of it. The offensive line turned in one of its worst performances in recent memory, and Sayin, clearly rattled by constant pressure, played far more timid than he had all season. Ohio State was the better team for stretches in the second half, but with only three or four possessions while down two scores, the margin for error was nonexistent. The offense came alive too late, and Ryan Day’s conservative pacing only magnified the issue. The loss exposed several familiar issues. Sayin struggled again against a high-level pass rush, the offensive line collapsed in both run and pass protection, and Ohio State generated little to no pass rush of its own. On the back end, soft coverage allowed Miami to live on short, quick completions that kept the chains moving and the Buckeyes chasing. It was a frustrating, disjointed performance in a game where execution mattered more than scheme. Now, the focus shifts entirely to the offseason and building the 2026 roster. Coaching changes are already underway, with Brian Hartline gone and Cortez Hankton stepping in as wide receivers coach. The offensive coordinator role remains unresolved, and there are reports that Matt Patricia could pursue an NFL defensive coordinator opportunity. Stability will matter, but so will aggressive roster management. The transfer portal will be critical, as Ohio State has already seen significant departures across nearly every position group. The Buckeyes need help everywhere, but edge rusher, starting offensive tackle, and starting cornerback stand out as the most urgent priorities. The defensive end and cornerback rooms in particular are thin and inexperienced heading into 2026, and both will require immediate upgrades. Ohio State has already landed tight end Mason Williams from Ohio, but offensive line reinforcements and impact defensive additions must follow. The staff has also been aggressive in evaluating wide receivers, especially with multiple young players exiting the program. Around the playoff, chaos continued. Indiana dominated Alabama 38–3, Oregon shut out Texas Tech, and Ole Miss outlasted Georgia in the game of the postseason. Looking ahead, Oregon versus Indiana and Miami versus Ole Miss will determine who advances, but for Ohio State, the postseason is already over. The New Year’s Eve loss wasn’t just a defeat. It was a warning. Talent alone is no longer enough. Execution, depth, and trench play will define whether the Buckeyes and Ryan Day take the next step to creating a dynasty or remain stuck asking the same questions next December. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The latest episode of Land Grant Holy Land’s Horseshoe Hangover is here! Join Alex Frank and Ryan Weckstein as they help you get through any lingering feelings you may have from the weekend while recapping Ohio State’s latest game and looking ahead to the next game. After a dominant regular-season, the Buckeyes came crashing down in the Postseason. First, it was a blip in the Big Ten Championship against Indiana. If only it was just a blip. Unfortuantely, it was a sign of things to come in the College Football Playoff against Miami. Alex Frank and Ryan Weckstein discuss what went wrong on New Year’s Eve and how disappointing this season became by not even advancing for an opportunity to play in the national championship, let alone play to win a national championship. They also discuss how much blame Ryan Day deserves for this loss, special teams coming up short again, and the running game not being able to get going. Plus, has our opinion on Julian Sayin changed at all? Connect with Land Grant Holy Land: Twitter: @landgrant33 Connect with Alex Frank:Twitter: @frankie_nnati Connect with Ryan Weckstein: Twitter: @ryan_weckstein Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before every Ohio State men’s basketball game, Connor Lemons gets you ready for that day’s action with key stats, players to know, and prevalent storylines for that day’s game on the “Good Hoops Morning” podcast. Listen to the episode and subscribe: Subscribe: RSS | Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Ohio State Buckeyes (-2.5) vs. Nebraska Cornhuskers| over/under 155.5 Game Date/Time: Monday, January 5 at 6:30 p.m. ETLocation: Columbus, OhioTV: FS1Radio: 97.1 FM/ 971thefan.com Ohio State (10-3, 2-1) welcomes the undefeated, No. 13 Nebraska Cornhuskers (14-0, 3-0) to the Schottenstein Center Monday night. The Buckeyes are looking for a signature win to add to their resume that to this point severely lacks signature wins. Nebraska is hoping to improve on its already program-best 14-0 start to the season, which has included Big Ten wins over Illinois and Michigan State. Last season when these two teams played in Columbus, the Buckeyes prevailed 116-114 in double overtime. It turned out to be Ohio State’s final win of the season, as they lost the season finale at Indiana and were booted from the Big Ten Tournament in the first round by Iowa, and then declined an invitation to the College Basketball Crown Tournament. Nebraska averages over 30 three-point attempts per game, which leads the Big Ten. Ohio State has held opponents to 29.9% shooting from beyond the arc, which ranks 38th in the nation. Ohio State plays four of its first six Big Ten games on the road this season. After Monday’s game, Ohio State’s next two Big Ten games will be in the pacific northwest against Oregon and Washington on Jan. 8 and Jan. 11. Connor’s prediction: Ohio State 79, Nebraska 76 Connect with Connor: Twitter: @lemons_connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before every Ohio State men’s basketball game, Connor Lemons gets you ready for that day’s action with key stats, players to know, and prevalent storylines for that day’s game on the “Good Hoops Morning” podcast. Listen to the episode and subscribe: Subscribe: RSS | Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Ohio State Buckeyes (-9.5) at Rutgers Scarlet Knights| over/under 150.5 Game Date/Time: Friday, January 2 at 8:00 p.m. ETLocation: Piscataway, New JerseyTV: PeacockRadio: 97.1 FM/ 971thefan.com Ohio State (9-3, 1-1) heads to Piscataway, New Jersey on Friday to face Rutgers (7-6, 0-2) and try to start 2-1 in Big Ten play. If Ohio State wins Friday, the Buckeyes will have started 2-1 (or better) in conference play in four of the last five seasons. By any metric, Rutgers has been the worst Big Ten team so far this season, having lost to Central Connecticut State at home and sitting between 150-200 in both the NET and KenPom. They average the fewest points per game in the Big Ten (68.7) and have the lowest field goal percentage in the conference (40.3%). They struggle shooting it from two and from three, and struggle to keep their opponents off the offensive glass. The Scarlet Knights play slow, and their path to victory Friday night is probably to limit total possessions and make sure the game is played in the 50’s or 60’s rather than the 70’s or 80’s. The RAC has claimed bigger victims before, so even a lesser Rutgers team shouldn’t be taken lightly when playing in Piscataway. Connor’s prediction: Ohio State 71, Rutgers 60 Connect with Connor: Twitter: @lemons_connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Bucketheads” is LGHL’s men’s basketball podcast, hosted by Connor Lemons and Justin Golba. In every episode, they give you the latest scoop on the Ohio State Buckeyes and everything else happening in college hoops. Subscribe: RSS | Apple | Spotify | Google Podcasts | iHeart Radio On episode 184 of the Bucketheads Podcast, Connor and Justin are joined by Land-Grant Holy Land’s women’s basketball beat writer Thomas Costello to give us an update on the women’s hoops team. How has Jaloni Cambridge played? How have the Buckeyes replaced Cotie McMahon? And how good is UConn? Before we talk to Thomas, we break down and preview the Rutgers game that will tip off 2026 and why it is a must win to start 2-1 in conference play. Remember to like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen, leave a comment, and review! Connect with the Podcast:Twitter: @BucketheadsLGPN Connect with Connor:Twitter: @lemons_connor Connect with Justin:Twitter: @justin_golba Connect with Thomas:Twitter: @1ThomasCostello Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices