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Ohio State went into Iowa City and handled business.

On this edition of the Buckeyes Daily Blitz, Jeff “Tito” Thitoff breaks down Ohio State’s 31-14 win over Iowa, another huge game from Jeremiah Smith, the continued rise of Julian Sayin, and a Buckeyes defense that shut down Iowa’s running game.

Smith was the headline again, finishing with 11 catches for 206 yards and two touchdowns while continuing to rewrite the Ohio State record book. Sayin was outstanding too, completing 20 of 27 passes for 324 yards and three touchdowns as the Buckeyes offense stayed efficient against a tough Iowa defense. Pasted text

Jeff also breaks down:

🏈 Why Jeremiah Smith may be putting up numbers that won’t be touched for years

🏈 Julian Sayin’s development and growing confidence

🏈 Ohio State’s dominance in the trenches

🏈 How the Buckeyes held Iowa to just 39 rushing yards

🏈 What Ryan Day liked — and what still needs cleaned up

🏈 Why the schedule sets up well before the huge Indiana matchup

🏈 Whether Iowa may actually be one of the Big Ten’s better teams

🏈 And yes — the Michigan discussion gets heated again

The Buckeyes are building momentum, and the road ahead is getting much more interesting.

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Jeremiah Smith just reminded everyone why he may be the most dangerous receiver in college football.

On this episode of the Buckeyes Daily Blitz on Fan Stream Sports, Jeff “Tito” Thitoff breaks down Ohio State’s 42-19 win over Illinois, a game the Buckeyes controlled from start to finish.

The biggest story was Smith.

🔥 Jeremiah Smith dominated with 12 catches for 217 yards and four touchdowns, tying the Ohio State single-game record for receiving touchdowns while delivering one of the biggest performances of his Buckeyes career.

🎯 Julian Sayin was sharp again, completing 27 of 36 passes for 357 yards and four touchdowns. Ryan Day also praised Sayin’s improved mobility after the quarterback added a seven-yard rushing touchdown, calling that element of his game an “X-factor.”

🏈 Ohio State handled Illinois, but the running game remains a concern. The Buckeyes got the win comfortably, yet the ground attack still hasn’t found the consistency expected from this offense.

🌽 Now comes Iowa.

College GameDay heads to Iowa City as Ohio State prepares for a 3:30 p.m. road matchup against No. 14 Iowa, which is coming off a dramatic 20-19 win over Michigan.

Iowa remains exactly what it’s been for decades — physical, disciplined, committed to the run and extremely difficult to beat at home.

📈 The Buckeyes also climbed to No. 5 in the AP Top 25, keeping them firmly in the College Football Playoff race as the Big Ten picture starts to separate.

Tito breaks down:

- Jeremiah Smith’s monster afternoon

- Julian Sayin’s continued growth

- Ryan Day calling Smith a “cheat code”

- Ohio State’s lingering rushing concerns

- Why Iowa is dangerous

- The changing Big Ten playoff picture

- Ohio State, Indiana, Oregon and Iowa jockeying for position

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Ohio State basketball continues to build momentum — but Jeff “Tito” Thitoff says simply making the NCAA Tournament shouldn’t be enough anymore.

On this episode of The Buckeye Blitz, Tito looks at another important recruiting addition for Jake Diebler and Ohio State, why the Buckeyes beating out programs such as Duke and Florida State matters, and what the continued recruiting momentum says about the direction of the program.

But recruiting wins only matter so much once the season begins.

Ohio State faces another difficult Big Ten basketball schedule, and Tito lays out the standard he wants to see from the Buckeyes this season: get back to the NCAA Tournament and make it to the second weekend.

Can Diebler turn the talent on the roster into a legitimate March run?

On This Episode:

🏀 Ohio State basketball recruiting momentum

🔥 Jake Diebler continues adding talent

🌰 What the latest commitment means for the Buckeyes

🏆 NCAA Tournament expectations

💪 Surviving another brutal Big Ten schedule

📅 Why reaching the second weekend of March matters

Jeff “Tito” Thitoff breaks it all down on The Buckeye Blitz.

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Ohio State football opened the 2026 season with a 56-3 demolition of Ball State, and now the Buckeyes immediately turn their attention to a massive Week 2 showdown with Texas.

On this episode of the Buckeye Blitz, Jeff 'Tito' Thitoff breaks down Julian Sayin’s 320-yard, three-touchdown performance, another huge day from Jeremiah Smith, the emergence of freshman Legend Bey, and an Ohio State defense that looked deep, fast and suffocating.

We also get into the biggest concerns from the opener, including the first-half running game, the offensive line, Bay’s kickoff-return mistakes, and the still-unsettled backup quarterback battle between Luke Fahey and Tavien St. Clair.

Plus, Jim Tressel’s emotional Ring of Honor moment at Ohio Stadium and why his legacy with Buckeye fans may be stronger than ever.

The Ball State game is over. Now it’s Texas week.

Can Arch Manning and the Longhorns slow down an Ohio State offense loaded with playmakers?

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Ohio State opens the 2026 season against Ball State with Jeremiah Smith, Julian Sayin, Legend Bey and Chris Henry Jr. all in the spotlight — and Texas waiting immediately in Week 2.

Jeff “Tito” Thitoff breaks down what he wants to see from the Buckeyes in the opener, including the offensive tempo under Arthur Miller, the backup quarterback battle between Tavien St. Clair and Luke Fahey, and how Ryan Day plans to use freshman playmakers like Legend Bey and Chris Henry Jr.

There’s also plenty to watch on defense, where Ohio State is replacing a major chunk of last year’s production and breaking in new faces across the unit. With the Buckeyes favored by more than 50 points, the real question isn’t whether they win — it’s how sharp they look before the schedule gets serious.

Tito also gets into Jim Tressel’s Ring of Honor recognition, Maurice Clarett’s pregame role, the early Heisman campaigns for Jeremiah Smith and Julian Sayin, and the wider college football chaos surrounding LSU, the SEC and eligibility questions involving former NFL players.

Plus: Rutgers’ stunning loss to UMass, Colorado’s win over Georgia Tech, Toledo-Michigan State and other Week 1 storylines.

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Jeremiah Smith believes Ohio State freshman Legend Bey could become a Heisman Trophy finalist—and possibly win the award before his Buckeyes career ends. Jeff “Tito” Thitoff breaks down that blockbuster prediction, Bey’s dynamic role and how Arthur Smith can distribute the ball across Ohio State’s loaded offense.

Plus, Tito examines the battle between Tavien St. Clair and Luke Fahey to back up Julian Sayin, why the official depth chart may not reveal Ryan Day’s actual quarterback plan and what to expect against Ball State.

The Buckeyes also named seven captains for 2026, including Smith, Sayin, Brandon Inniss and Austin Siereveld. Tito discusses Inniss receiving the Block O jersey, the experienced offensive line and the Big Ten and SEC pushing back against former professional athletes returning to college.

It’s a packed Buckeyes Blitz covering Ohio State football’s biggest stories as the season opener approaches.

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Arthur Smith is putting his stamp on the Ohio State Buckeyes offense, and the biggest question is just how different things will look in 2026. With Julian Sayin at quarterback, Jeremiah Smith and Brandon Inniss at receiver, Chris Henry Jr. emerging and a loaded backfield, Ohio State has no shortage of weapons.

On this edition of the Buckeyes Daily Blitz, Jeff “Tito” Thitoff breaks down what he’ll be watching when Arthur Smith’s offense finally hits the field. Will Ohio State lean harder on the running game? Will the tight ends finally become a bigger part of the passing attack? Could we see more snaps under center and fewer frustrating bubble screens?

Tito also reacts to Ohio State naming seven team captains, including Brandon Inniss, Julian Sayin, Jeremiah Smith, Austin Siereveld, Kenyatta Jackson Jr., Payton Pierce and Jaylen McClain. Inniss also earns the prestigious Block O honor as one of the Buckeyes’ biggest team leaders.

Plus, with Week 0 college football finally here, the countdown to Ohio State’s 2026 season opener against Ball State is officially on.

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Ohio State is No. 1 in ESPN’s preseason power rankings, but the road ahead is brutal. On this episode of The Buckeyes Blitz, Jeff “Tito” Thitoff breaks down the Buckeyes’ ranking, Stewart Mandel’s Big Ten predictions, and whether Ohio State could realistically lose two conference games.

Tito also dives into Bo Atkinson’s bigger role on defense, the young pass rushers making noise, and why Isaiah West could become one of the biggest breakout players on the roster after adding 12 pounds and feeling faster and more explosive. Plus, Ohio State basketball adds international forward Lee Aaliya, giving the Buckeyes even more size and depth.

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Ohio State is No. 1 in the AP Top 25, but the real story may be what Ryan Day is seeing inside preseason camp. On this episode of The Buckeyes Blitz, Jeff “Tito” Thitoff breaks down the Buckeyes’ brutal 2026 schedule, the latest coaching-tier debate, Chris Henry Jr.’s rise, and a surprising QB2 battle between Luke Fahey and Tavien St. Clair.

Tito also digs into Indiana and Curt Cignetti, why Ohio State’s road to another national title could be a gauntlet, and which freshmen are pushing for immediate playing time. Plus, Ryan Day explains why special teams could be the fastest path onto the field for young Buckeyes, and Ohio State basketball’s loaded non-conference schedule gets a look.

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Could Ohio State freshman Anthony Thompson already be a future top-five NBA Draft pick?

Jeff “Tito” Thitoff breaks down the growing hype surrounding the five-star Buckeyes newcomer, what a potential one-and-done star could mean for Jake Diebler’s program, and whether Ohio State basketball is finally climbing back toward the level it reached under Thad Matta.

Plus, Tito revisits Matta’s legendary Buckeyes run, the unforgettable Matt Sylvester shot that stunned undefeated Illinois, and the upcoming Ohio State-Butler exhibition matchup.

🏀 Anthony Thompson NBA Draft buzz

🔥 Jake Diebler’s rebuilding momentum

🏆 Remembering the Thad Matta era

👀 Ohio State vs. Butler exhibition preview

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