Ohio State defensive line recruiting; Buckeyes better shot at natty & more: Around the Shoe
Summary
Hosts Bill Landis and Doug LaMaurice are joined by Bobby Gorbett and Joey Kaufman to analyze Ohio State football ahead of Big Ten Media Days. They debate whether the current team has a better national title chance than last year’s squad, citing quarterback experience and schedule difficulty. The group also discusses Ohio State’s dominant defensive line recruiting surge, noting their top-tier defensive line class and compares the value of elite defensive ends versus left tackles.
Topics discussed
Intro and excitement for SEC Media Days
Previewing the episode's hodgepodge topics
Debate: 2025 vs 2026 Ohio State title chances
Analyzing other contenders and the playoff field
Ohio State's defensive line recruiting strategy
Show plugs, newsletter, and upcoming events
Elite left tackle vs elite defensive end
Forecasting the 2026 defensive end rotation
World Cup parallels and college playoff expansion
Closing remarks and sign-off
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