Ohio State flexed again in Week 6, dominating Minnesota 42–3 in Columbus behind another stellar performance from Julian Sayin and a defense that refuses to break. On this week's TBC Weekly Live, Joe, Jeff, and Shawn break down the win, the evolving identity of this team, and preview this Saturday's Big Ten road test at Illinois.

🏈 Topics include:

Julian Sayin's growing command of the offense

Carnell Tate's breakout game

Red zone and short-yardage wrinkles (CJ Donaldson, trick plays, QB sneak)

Caden Curry and the OSU defensive front continuing to feast

Arvell Reese becoming a difference-maker

Why Ryan Day's message of hunger and discipline is landing

Deep dive preview of Illinois vs. Ohio State in Champaign

Can Luke Altmyer & Hank Beatty challenge this Buckeye defense?

What to expect from OSU's front on the road

Key matchups, stats, and score predictions

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