Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning

The Ohio State Buckeyes have benefited from a number of talented transfers from the Alabama Crimson Tide over the last few years, including SAF Caleb Downs, QB Julian Sayin, and Rimington Award-winning C Seth McLaughlin. Now, a pair of talented defensive linemen, James Smith and Qua Russaw are set to continue that pipeline of talent from Tuscaloosa to Columbus.

In this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, you'll hear directly from both Smith and Russaw about what made them decide to transfer to Ohio State, their experiences in Columbus so far, and the roles they're expected to play on the field this fall.

Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, the award-winning, upscale steakhouse in Downtown Columbus, named one of the Top 50 steakhouses in America by Food Network. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

Practice No. 7 is now in the books for Ohio State's 2026 fall camp, and the defense was the talk of the day. 

Following practice, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr of BuckeyeInsiders.com got a chance to talk to defensive coordinator Matt Patricia and several OSU defensive linemen about where things stand a week into fall camp. 

In this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, you'll hear them discuss:

• How a whole lot of new faces could lead to a very different look compared to the 2025 defense
• The process happening right now to figure out the best fits for the 2026 Buckeyes' defensive personnel and scheme
• How and when they will line up in a 4-3 defense as opposed to a 4-2-5
• Why Patricia is so encouraged by what he's seen from a young group of linebackers

Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, seafood & sushi, impeccable service, live entertainment, and an attention to detail that is simply unmatched. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

Ohio State offensive coordinator Arthur Smith met with the media following the sixth practice of fall camp for the Buckeyes to discuss some of the biggest storylines for the upcoming season. 

In this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, Marcus Hartman of BuckeyeInsiders.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss three things they learned after talking to Smith following practice. 

• What's the latest on the race for the starting five on the offensive line?
• How will things change with the offense's approach to pace, and the in-game chess match against the defense? 
• How will Julian Sayin be empowered to do more in his second season as a starter?

Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, seafood & sushi, impeccable service, live entertainment, and an attention to detail that is simply unmatched. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

One of the most unique and bizarre days on the annual Ohio State football calendar is here: hotel check-in day.

The entire Ohio State football team is arriving to check in to the team hotel for the duration of fall camp. This has turned into an annual event for Ohio State media and fans.

Join the team from BuckeyeInsiders.com for a look at this year’s team arrival.

With Ohio State football season right around the corner, it won't be long until announcers are talking about the Buckeyes and other teams utilizing Run/Pass Options, or RPOs. 

What is an RPO, how does it work, and why has it become a staple in many offenses across the nation? And how will the addition of new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith impact the Buckeyes' use of RPOs this season? 

Michael Pettit, one of the Scheme Insiders at BuckeyeInsiders.com, joins host Tom Orr on this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast to answer those questions and more. 

Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, the award-winning, upscale steakhouse in Downtown Columbus, named one of the Top 50 steakhouses in America by Food Network. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

Michael Pettit, one of the scheme insiders at BuckeyeInsiders.com, had some interesting takeaways after watching Ohio State football practice over the weekend. 

He joins host Tom Orr to discuss what he saw from the linebacker rotation, what he thinks it might mean for this season, and why the 4-3 alignment might be making a comeback. 

Plus, new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith is bringing some new looks to the Buckeyes' rushing attack. What that could look like on the field this fall. 

Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, the award-winning, upscale steakhouse in Downtown Columbus, named one of the Top 50 steakhouses in America by Food Network. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

Julian Sayin was a Heisman finalist, earned a spot in the Big Ten Championship, and a top-2 seed in the College Football Playoff as a first-year starter for Ohio State in 2025, but he is aiming much higher in 2026. 

Following the third Ohio State practice of fall camp, Sayin met with the media to discuss some big physical changes he made to prepare for his second season as a starter, the growth of sophomore RB Isaiah West, some of the Buckeyes' talented true freshmen, and his relationship with star WR Jeremiah Smith. 

In this special bonus episode, you'll hear directly from Sayin about all of those topics and more.

Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, the award-winning, upscale steakhouse in Downtown Columbus, named one of the Top 50 steakhouses in America by Food Network. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

The Ohio State Buckeyes opened their 2026 fall camp schedule with three practices Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. After the first one, the Buckeyes' head coach, Ryan Day, met with the media to discuss which positional battles he's watching most closely, how the new eligibility rules are changing the approach to every freshman's season, the emergence of RB Isaiah West, and much more. 

Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, the award-winning, upscale steakhouse in Downtown Columbus, named one of the Top 50 steakhouses in America by Food Network. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

Ohio State wrapped up the first week of its 2026 fall camp on Saturday with its first padded practice of the month, and a handful of true freshmen made a big impression. 

In this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, Marcus Hartman of BuckeyeInsiders.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss some of the new faces who could play bigger roles than expected this fall, including RB Legend Bey, CB Jay Timmons, WR Brock Boyd, and more.

Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, the award-winning, upscale steakhouse in Downtown Columbus, named one of the Top 50 steakhouses in America by Food Network. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

Ohio State just announced its 2026 Athletics Hall of Fame inductees, and three former Buckeyes football stars, including JT Barrett, Chris Sanders, and Stan White headline the list. And former OSU baseball star Nick Swisher, who went on to have a long MLB career, is also part of the class. 

Tony Gerdeman of BuckeyeInsiders.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss those four inductees, and the rest of the class in this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast. 

Today's episode is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, the award-winning, upscale steakhouse in Downtown Columbus, named one of the Top 50 steakhouses in America by Food Network. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.