Silver Bullets Podcast

With Spring practice underway, Ohio State finds itself over the NCAA scholarship limit of 85. On this episode of The Hangout in the Holyland, Matt and Colton discuss the recent transfers from the program, whether they'll have any impact on the roster, and how many more defections to expect. The guys also (begrudgingly) discuss the Big Ten Basketball Tournament, Ohio State's first round game against Rutgers, why the event has such little buzz this year, and Thad Matta's return in 2017-18. Lastly, Matt shares an unpopular food opinion.

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With the basketball team struggling, Matt and Colton give their discuss whether the Buckeyes should fire Thad Matta and start over. The guys acknowledge the apathy for the program at the moment, and talk about some of the challenges Matta (or any other future coach) faces, and whether or not being the Head Coach of Ohio State basketball is a good job in 2017. They also get optimistic and break down how the program can turn the corner, and why it might take a year to get on the right track again if Matta returns.

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With signing day in the rearview, Matt and Colton are back to talk Ohio State's 2017 recruiting class. Despite missing out on 5-star defensive tackle Marvin Wilson, the guys explain why they think the Buckeyes are still set at the position, and how loaded with talent the defensive line is heading into 2017. They also discuss Ohio State needing to get to the 85 scholarship limit, whether they think the Buckeyes oversigned, and which position groups might see departures this offseason. Finally, Matt reminds us that Notre Dame did, in fact, go 4-8 this season.

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National Signing Day 2017 is less than a week away, and Matt and Colton are back to discuss Ohio State football, and why it'll probably be another uneventful signing day (in the best possible way) for the Buckeyes. Given how loaded this recruiting class is, the guys each choose the players they think have the ability to see the field in 2017, and why this may be the most impactful freshman class of the Urban Meyer era. They also take a look at other classes around the Big Ten (Maryland's is good!) and discuss who the next school will be to win its first national championship (Hint: Not Purdue).

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On this edition of The Hangout in the Holyland, Matt and Colton disregard the beatdown Ohio State suffered in the Fiesta Bowl, and instead focus on flurry of news regarding the coaching staff to start 2017. The guys discuss whether Tim Beck's tenure was a success, how comfortable they are with the hiring of Kevin Wilson, and why they think JT Barrett will thrive next season. They also talk about next year's offensive depth chart, the battles at wide receiver and more.

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With a quiet week in Ohio State sports, Matt and Colton go rogue on this edition of The Hangout in the Holyland. The guys talk about Christian McCaffrey's decision to sit out the Sun Bowl, whether or not they think it'll become a trend for future college stars, and why they aren't SHOCKED AND APPALLED by his choice. They also discuss the bowl games of note so far, why Rutgers hiring Jerry Kill as offensive coordinator is a terrible decision by Chris Ash, and where Ohio State basketball stands after losing to #2 UCLA. Also included in this episode is another epic parenting story from Matt, and Colton recalling the time he made his mother cry on Christmas.

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On this Ohio State basketball episode of "The Hangout in the Holyland," we chat with Joe Piechowski from BruinsNation.com about this Saturday's matchup between Ohio State and UCLA.

So far this season, the Bruins are an impressive 11-0 and are scoring nearly 98 points per game. The Buckeyes on the otherhand are a frustratingly sloppy 8-2.

We ask Joe what he thinks the Buckeyes have to do to pull off the upset, and look at what makes this team so special.

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For the second time in three seasons, the Ohio State Buckeyes are in the College Football Playoff. On this week's episode, Matt and Colton review championship weekend, the College Football Playoff selections, and why they think the committee got it right. They then look ahead to the Buckeyes' matchup with Clemson, and break down why pass protection may be the key to the game for both teams. Finally, they preview each bowl game involving the Big Ten based on its watchability. (Hint: Do not watch Iowa-Florida)

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Matt and Colton are back to discuss Ohio State's wild 30-27 comeback victory over Michigan, and -of course- why the spot was actually good. After reveling in yet another win over the Wolverines, the guys talk about UM's bitter reaction to the loss, when they thought the Buckeyes actually might win, and gave props to JT Barrett and the Silver Bullets. They also wonder when Ohio State might lose 'The Game,' discuss whether the Buckeyes can win a playoff game, and more.

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On this Ohio State basketball episode of "The Hangout in the Holyland," we take a look at can be learned from the Buckeyes’ first four non-conference games. With sloppy performances against less than impressive competition, is it time to tamp down the optimism for this season, or have there been things to get excited about?

We also discuss the surprising playing-time, and lack there of, for the four newest Buckeyes, and quickly check in on the biggest names left on the non-conference schedule.

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