The Buckeyes Daily Blitz

Jeremiah Smith is entering what could be his final season at Ohio State, and the Buckeyes superstar is embracing a bigger leadership role while chasing another national championship.

On this episode of The Buckeyes Daily Blitz, Jeff “Tito” Thitoff breaks down Ryan Day’s comments from Big Ten Media Days, including Smith’s growth as a leader, his decision to reject a reported $10 million transfer offer and his praise for quarterback Julian Sayin’s toughness.

Tito also examines explosive freshman Legend Bey, Ohio State’s loaded running back and wide receiver rooms, Arthur Smith’s arrival as offensive coordinator and the changes needed after the Buckeyes’ offense struggled in critical situations last season.

Plus, Ryan Day addresses a brutal 2026 schedule featuring Texas, Indiana, USC, Oregon, Iowa, Nebraska and Michigan. Can that gauntlet toughen Ohio State for another national championship run?

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Ohio State is entering a new era — and not every Buckeyes fan is going to like it.

On this edition of The Buckeyes Daily Blitz, Jeff “Tito” Thitoff reacts to Ohio State’s massive jersey patch partnership with JPMorgan Chase, reportedly worth approximately $17 million per year across all 36 Buckeyes sports programs.

Is the sponsorship a necessary financial weapon in modern college football, or another step toward turning Ohio State uniforms into advertising space?

Tito also breaks down Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti’s support for exploring a 24-team College Football Playoff. Could an expanded CFP eliminate conference championship games? And as the postseason grows, is the Ohio State-Michigan rivalry losing some of its national championship significance?

Plus, Ohio State practice is almost here as the Buckeyes prepare to open training camp and begin their chase for another national title.

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Is Julian Sayin really just a “game manager,” or is the Ohio State quarterback being wildly underrated? Jeff Thitoff fires back at the criticism, breaks down LeBron James’ move to Philadelphia and explains why four-star 2027 QB Brady Edmunds shutting down his recruitment is a major win for Ryan Day. Plus, is any college football coach truly facing a national championship-or-bust season?

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Ohio State lost a five-star running back battle to Tennessee after reportedly refusing to match a massive NIL offer—but the Buckeyes aren’t exactly panicking.

On this episode of The Buckeyes Blitz, Tito breaks down the recruiting loss, Brandon Inniss’ 1,000-yard goal, Isaiah West’s breakout potential and why Arthur Smith’s new offense could become nearly impossible to defend.

Plus, can Earl Little Jr. help replace Caleb Downs, and how will Ohio State blend 51 new players before training camp?

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Bruce Thornton just made serious noise with the Houston Rockets, but now Ohio State basketball must find a new leader.

On this episode of The Buckeyes Blitz, Tito breaks down Thornton’s impressive Summer League performance, Jake Diebler’s plan for Ohio State’s trip to Puerto Rico and the defensive boot camp designed to toughen up a deeper, bigger and more talented Buckeyes roster.

Can the international trip build the chemistry Ohio State needs to finally make a major postseason run?

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Pat Narduzzi says the ACC is better than the Big Ten—and Jeff “Tito” Thitoff isn’t letting that slide.

On this episode of The Buckeyes Blitz, Tito tears into the Pitt coach’s wild conference claim, points out Pittsburgh’s ugly record against Big Ten competition and argues that the ACC isn’t remotely on the same level as the Big Ten or SEC.

Then it’s time to talk recruiting. Ohio State landed four-star defensive lineman Carlos May out of Alabama, continuing a stunning Buckeyes recruiting surge inside SEC territory. Tito breaks down why Alabama is losing its grip on elite in-state talent, how Nick Saban’s retirement changed the landscape and why the SEC’s old advantage may be disappearing in the NIL era.

Plus, Ohio State basketball gets major upgrades at the Schottenstein Center, the Buckeyes face a brutal schedule packed with projected NCAA Tournament teams, and Kevin McGuff lands another huge women’s basketball recruiting win.

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Jeff “Tito” Thitoff is coming in hot on The Buckeyes Blitz!

Michigan’s $12 million athletic department culture review exposed major concerns involving leadership, accountability and reporting—and Tito can’t understand why athletic director Ward Manuel is being allowed to remain through the end of the year. After years of scandals, investigations and controversy, has Michigan completely destroyed the respect its program once commanded?

Then Tito turns his attention to defending national champion Indiana. Curt Cignetti landed the highest-rated recruit in Hoosiers history, but Indiana’s embarrassing nonconference schedules feature North Texas, Howard and Western Kentucky—followed by more soft opponents in future seasons. Is Cignetti building a powerhouse, or protecting his team from legitimate competition?

Tito unloads on Michigan, calls Indiana’s scheduling strategy cowardly and explains why Ohio State continues to show more courage by scheduling programs such as Texas, Alabama and Georgia.

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Ohio State sits atop ESPN’s preseason Football Power Index—but would Buckeye Nation accept a 10-2 regular season?

On this episode of The Buckeyes Blitz, Jeff “Tito” Thitoff breaks down the Buckeyes’ loaded 2026 schedule, including road tests against Texas, Indiana, Iowa and USC, plus massive home games against Oregon and Michigan.

Tito also examines Ohio State’s College Football Playoff odds, Bill Bender’s playoff projections, the possibility of another Indiana national championship and whether the Buckeyes can survive two—or even three—losses.

Plus:

🏈 Is Ryan Day really only the third-best coach in college football?

🏈 Why would anyone rank Day as low as eighth?

🏈 Will Ohio State clear its 9.5-win total?

🏈 Could Texas eliminate the Buckeyes from the playoff?

🏈 Why is Ryan Day among college football’s most hated coaches?

🏈 Is Lane Kiffin the easiest coach in America to root against?

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Ohio State basketball is taking the show outside—and Jeff “Tito” Thitoff has plenty to say about it.

On this episode of The Buckeyes Blitz, Tito breaks down the new CareSource Invitational featuring Ohio State vs. Cincinnati and Xavier vs. Dayton at the Lindner Family Tennis Center. The outdoor setting is unique, the Ohio basketball showcase is long overdue, and Jake Diebler believes it could be the first step toward something much bigger.

But should these games actually count?

Tito explains why Ohio State, Dayton, Cincinnati, Xavier and even the reigning MAC champion should eventually compete in a legitimate in-season Ohio tournament.

Also discussed:

🏀 Ohio State’s brutal nonconference schedule

🏀 Road games against UConn and Notre Dame

🏀 Matchups with Kansas and Vanderbilt

🏀 Justin Pippen’s role in replacing Bruce Thornton

🏀 The Buckeyes’ loaded and deeper backcourt

🏀 Bruce Thornton’s explosive NBA Summer League performances

🏀 Updates on former Buckeyes Kristoff Tilly and Malaki Branham

Can Jake Diebler’s aggressive scheduling prepare Ohio State for a Big Ten run—or could it bury the Buckeyes before conference play even begins?

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Ohio State football just got a new roster wrinkle — and Jeff “Tito” Thitoff is breaking it all down on The Buckeyes Blitz.

The NCAA’s new five-year eligibility rule could change how programs manage depth, transfers and future NFL decisions, but what does it actually mean for the Buckeyes? Tito looks at key Ohio State names like Brandon Inniss, Julian Sayin, Jeremiah Smith, Tavien St. Clair, Bo Jackson, Chris Henry Jr. and others who could be impacted.

Plus, the Buckeyes are still battling Tennessee for 2027 five-star running back David Gabriel George, with his July 22 decision looming. And on the hardwood, Ohio State basketball is making noise with five-star forward DeMarcus Henry, the brother of Buckeyes football freshman Chris Henry Jr. and women’s basketball player Seini Henry, including OSU in his final eight.

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