Menace2Sports with Zach Smith

By Menace 2 Sports with Zach Smith

Former Ohio State Football Coach Zach Smith keeps it REAL talking all things college football and sports in general! Zach and Akron's Finest Kris Drew tackle all things Ohio State Football, B1G Footb... more

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Number 1: Jeremiah Smith Says Arthur Smith's Plan Is Nothing Like Hartline's
Ohio State's offense is getting a real makeover — and the players are noticing immediately. In this episode, we break down what Jeremiah Smith, Julian Sayin, Isaiah West, and the rest of the offense are saying about the shift from Brian Hartline's system to new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith's approach, including West's pointed comment about the playbook finally having "a structured plan." We also cover what went wrong late last season under Hartline's play-calling, and why a smaller, more disciplined offense could actually make this Ohio State team more dangerous in 2026. Topics covered: Arthur Smith, Jeremiah Smith, Brian Hartline, Ohio State offense, Julian Sayin, Isaiah West, Ohio State fall camp, Big Ten football, Buckeyes 2026 season. New episodes drop regularly — subscribe so you never miss an update on Ohio State football, recruiting, and Big Ten news.
August 27, 20261h 20min
Number 2: Payton Pierce Got More Captain Votes Than Jeremiah Smith
Ohio State just named seven captains for the 2026 season — and the leading vote-getter might surprise you. According to linebackers coach James Laurinaitis, junior linebacker Payton Pierce received more votes than any other player on the roster, edging out superstar wide receiver Jeremiah Smith. In this episode, we break down what this vote says about Pierce's standing in the locker room, his path from rotational player to first-year starter at middle linebacker, and why Ohio State handing out seven captain honors — the most since 2020 — reveals a lot about this team's leadership heading into 2026. Topics covered: Payton Pierce, Jeremiah Smith, Ohio State captains, Ryan Day, Julian Sayin, Ohio State linebackers, Big Ten football, Buckeyes 2026 season. New episodes drop regularly — subscribe so you never miss an update on Ohio State football, recruiting, and Big Ten news.
August 24, 20261h 35min
Number 3: Ryan Day Is Putting Legend Bey Back Deep
Ryan Day is making an interesting move with Ohio State football as Legend Bey is being put back deep to return kicks. What does this mean for the Buckeyes, and could Bey become a major weapon in Ohio State's return game? On this episode of Menace2Sports, we break down Legend Bey's explosiveness, his ability to make plays in space, and why Ohio State is turning to him in the kick return game. We also discuss what Bey can bring to Ohio State special teams and whether Ryan Day could be unlocking another big-play threat for the Buckeyes in 2026. Is Legend Bey the answer Ohio State has been looking for in the return game? Listen to Menace2Sports wherever you get your podcasts and follow the show for the latest Ohio State football news, analysis, recruiting, and college football coverage.
September 03, 20261h 9min
Number 4: Jay Timmons Took Cam Calhoun's Job
Jay Timmons was the No. 1-ranked cornerback in the 2026 recruiting class, a five-star flip from Florida State whose father, Lawrence Timmons, starred there and later won a Super Bowl. Nobody expected him to be ready for major snaps as a true freshman. He didn't wait. Timmons has taken first-team reps at nickelback throughout Ohio State's fall camp, ahead of fourth-year transfer Cam Calhoun, who has played for Michigan, Utah, and Alabama, along with Dominick Kelly, Terry Moore, and returning depth piece Earl Little Jr. Ryan Day, Matt Patricia, and Tim Walton have all praised his early impact, and he was one of the first freshmen in camp to shed his black stripe. In this episode, we break down: - How Jay Timmons beat out a crowded, experienced cornerback room as a true freshman - Why Cam Calhoun's well-traveled path to Ohio State hasn't translated to a starting job yet - What coaches are saying about Timmons' early trash talk and confidence - How Ohio State's revamped secondary is shaping up heading into Week One against Ball State and the Week Two showdown at Texas - What this means for the rest of the cornerback room moving forward Is Jay Timmons about to be the best freshman corner in college football? We give our verdict. Follow the show for more Ohio State football news and fall camp coverage all season long.
September 02, 20261h 8min
Number 5: Arthur Smith Is Building Something Muschamp Hasn't Faced in 11 Years
Texas made one of the boldest coaching moves in the country this offseason, and it comes with a real question mark heading into Ohio State's Week 2 showdown in Austin. In this episode, we break down Steve Sarkisian's decision to fire longtime defensive coordinator Pete Kwiatkowski and bring in Will Muschamp, a coach ESPN called Texas' biggest "X-factor" for a national championship push despite not being a full-time play-caller since his final season as South Carolina's head coach. We cover what this means for Texas' defense, why players are already raving about Muschamp's mentality, and how it all sets up against a loaded Ohio State offense. Topics covered: Will Muschamp, Texas Longhorns, Steve Sarkisian, Ohio State vs Texas, Arch Manning, Big Ten football, SEC football, Buckeyes 2026 season. New episodes drop regularly — subscribe so you never miss an update on Ohio State football, recruiting, and Big Ten news.
August 28, 20261h 25min