It’s Week 3 and I’m breaking down the best bets across college football’s top matchups. From coaches on the hot seat to quarterbacks under pressure, here’s where I see the edges this weekend.

Games Covered:

• Clemson at Georgia Tech — is Dabo still elite or is Tech live at home?

• Wisconsin at Alabama — can Luke Fickell’s Badgers hang in Tuscaloosa?

• Georgia at Tennessee — Carson Beck vs. Neyland noise

• Miami vs South Florida — Cam Ward keeps the Canes rolling?

• LSU vs Florida — Billy Napier’s seat gets hotter in Death Valley

• Notre Dame vs Texas A&M — Sam Hartman’s bounce-back in South Bend

• Ohio State vs Ohio — why the Buckeyes’ first-half spread is the safer play

🔥 My Best Bets: Georgia -3.5, Miami -17.5, LSU -8.5, Notre Dame -6.5, Georgia Tech +3.5 live dog, and Ohio State 1H spread.

Thursday, September 11, 2025

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Ryan Day met with the media ahead of Ohio State’s matchup with Ohio University, stressing development, discipline, and depth after the Buckeyes’ 70–0 win over Grambling.

In today’s Daily Buckeye Blitz, we cover:

• Day on every rep being a chance to earn playing time & grade out well

• Fixing special teams: punt return issues and “hidden yards”

• Julian Sayin’s rhythm & deep accuracy + Lincoln Kienholz’s growth

• Why late-game reps matter for development instead of kneeling out the clock

• Recruiting challenges: flips, portal volatility & Day’s opposition to a January window

• Max Clare’s progress at TE + more 12/13 personnel for versatility

• Scouting Ohio U’s mobile QB and why he’s a good early-season test

• Jeremiah Smith’s competitiveness and reliability despite a few drops

🔥 Day’s message: the Buckeyes are in a race to get better — and the Ohio game is another step in the journey.

Wednesday, September 10, 2025

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The Buckeyes pitched a 70–0 shutout against Grambling, and the defense showed why this unit has the potential to be elite. In today’s Daily Buckeye Blitz, we grade every defensive position group and highlight the young stars who stole the show.

We cover:

• Caden Curry’s steady play + Kayden McDonald’s breakout with a forced fumble

• Kenyatta Jackson’s return and Eddrick Houston’s discipline issues

• Riley Pettijohn’s debut: forced fumble, scoop-and-score TD, highlight tackles

• Payton Pierce leading the team in tackles, TJ Alford flashing late

• Caleb Downs’ interception + freshmen Devin Sanchez and Aaron Scott building trust in the CB rotation

🔥 The Buckeyes shut Grambling down — but more importantly, new playmakers are emerging all over the defense.

Tuesday, September 9, 2025

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Ohio State’s offense put on a show in the Horseshoe, rolling to a 70–0 win over Grambling. In today’s Daily Buckeye Blitz, I grade every offensive position group and dig into the key stats behind the blowout.

We cover:

• Julian Sayin’s nearly perfect day (16 straight completions, 4 TDs)

• Lincoln Kienholz & Tavien St. Clair getting valuable reps

• James Peoples, CJ Donaldson, and freshman Bo Jackson leading a deep RB rotation

• Jeremiah Smith & Carnell Tate opening up the field + depth WRs making plays

• Will Kacmarek’s big seam TD and tight ends stepping up

• Offensive line dominance: 0 sacks allowed, backups and freshmen getting real snaps

🔥 Every unit graded an A — the Buckeyes did exactly what they were supposed to do.

Monday, September 8, 2025

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The Buckeyes took care of business in a big way, shutting out Grambling State 70-0 in front of the home crowd at The Shoe. On today’s Daily Buckeye Blitz, I give my instant reaction to the blowout win — standout performances, what we learned (if anything), and who’s making a push on the depth chart.

Then we turn the page to next Saturday’s in-state showdown with Ohio University. What should Buckeye fans expect from the Bobcats? Who needs to show out in Week 3?

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Ohio State turns the page from a huge win over Texas to a matchup with Grambling. In today’s Daily Buckeye Blitz, I give you my 5 keys to a Buckeye victory this week and my best bets from the national slate.

5 Keys vs Grambling:

1. Get Julian Sayin comfortable early — build rhythm and confidence

2. Establish the run game with CJ Donaldson & James Peoples

3. Rotate the roster — valuable reps for Kienholz, St. Clair, and young defenders

4. Clean execution — limit self-inflicted mistakes

5. Showcase defensive depth and versatility — McClain, Reese, DL rotation

Best Bets – Week 2:

• 15 Michigan vs 18 Oklahoma: Wolverines’ power run game vs Sooners’ front

• 6 Oregon vs Oklahoma State: Ducks’ speed and depth too much

🔥 This week is about sharpening execution, building depth, and cashing a few tickets along the way.

Friday, September 5, 2025

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After Ohio State’s 14–7 win over No. 1 Texas, Buckeye players and coaches broke down their experiences, performances, and areas for growth. In today’s Daily Buckeye Blitz, we bring you the best quotes and key takeaways from postgame interviews.

We cover:

• CJ Donaldson on scoring the first TD and setting the team’s identity

• Will Kacmarek on the TE room’s “strike and strain” mentality

• Tim Walton praising Jaylen McClain’s strong debut and secondary depth

• McClain on playing alongside Caleb Downs and building confidence

• Arvell Reese on Matt Patricia’s creative schemes and Sonny Styles partnership

• Phillip Daniels on holding his own vs. Colin Simmons and pride in the all-Ohio O-line

• Ryan Day on Sayin’s workload, Reese’s versatility, and why Buckeye NFL development stands out

🔥 The Buckeyes are celebrating a huge win, but the focus is already on getting better every day.

Thursday, September 4, 2025

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Ryan Day spoke after Ohio State’s 14–7 win over No. 1 Texas, praising his young stars while stressing there’s still plenty to improve.

In today’s Daily Buckeye Blitz, we break down:

• Julian Sayin’s debut: graded a champion, “never flinched” in his first start

• Jaylen McClain’s “excellent start” at safety alongside Caleb Downs

• Phillip Daniels winning the right tackle job + OL protecting without giving up a sack

• James Peoples & CJ Donaldson rotating at RB

• Day’s call for more explosiveness on offense and his self-criticism late in the game

• Will Kacmarek’s emergence at tight end

• How NFL development remains central to Ohio State’s recruiting pitch

🔥 A massive win in the Shoe, but Ryan Day says the Buckeyes still have “miles to go.”

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Ohio State’s defense rose to the occasion in the Buckeyes’ 14–7 win over No. 1 Texas. A new-look unit up front and young stars in the secondary made the plays that sealed the game in the Shoe.

In today’s Daily Buckeye Blitz, we break down:

• How the new-look defensive line held up against Texas’ run game

• Caden Curry’s breakout and C.J. Hicks’ game-sealing pressure on Arch Manning

• Arvell Reese’s disruptive day alongside steady Sonny Styles

• Jermaine Mathews Jr.’s star performance with a game-changing interception

• Caleb Downs flying around again + Jaylen McClain’s impressive first career start

• Position group stats, grades, and what this means for the Buckeyes moving forward

🔥 The defense kept Arch Manning in check and delivered when it mattered most. Let’s break it down.

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Ohio State’s offense showed up big in the top-5 showdown vs. Texas — now it’s time to break it all down. In today’s Daily Buckeye Blitz, I grade every position group and dig into the key stats that fueled the Buckeyes’ win.

We’ll cover:

• Julian Sayin’s performance and efficiency in his first start

• How the offensive line held up against Texas’ defensive front

• Ohio State’s deep running back struggles

• Wide receivers stepping up — including Jeremiah Smith and Brandon Inniss

• Overall position grades and what this means for the Buckeyes moving forward

🔥 A statement win for Ohio State — let’s break down the numbers behind it.

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