Ohio State Football Transfer Portal Recap: Key Additions & Departures

In this episode of The Big Ten Huddle, JR and Eric Boggs dive into the Ohio State Football Transfer Portal class. Covering Ohio State transfer portal additions like Caleb Downs, Quinshon Judkins, Seth McLaughlin, Terry Moore, Earl Little, Hunter Welsing, Dominic Kelly, John Walker, and more. We discuss the Buckeyes' strategy, roster revamp, and how they rank #1 in the Big Ten for talent brought in despite departures.

Ohio State Football fans, get the full breakdown on how the Buckeyes are building for 2026 with elite transfers from Alabama and beyond. We talk potential vs. proven talent, NIL impacts, offensive line concerns, quarterback Julian Sayin, and more. Don't miss insights on why this class could lead to a national championship push!

Chapters:
00:01:03 - Ohio State Transfer Portal Overview & #1 Big Ten Ranking
00:01:56 - Incoming Players & Kicker Excitement
00:02:29 - Roster Building Strategy, Numbers Game & "Shotgun" Approach
00:03:57 - Key Additions: Terry Moore, Dominic Kelly, John Walker, Earl Little Jr.
00:05:30 - Terry Moore, Hunter Welcing & Earl Little Deep Dive
00:05:51 - Three Alabama Transfers & National Championship History
00:07:26 - Championship Window & Defensive Focus
00:08:13 - Offensive Line Concerns & Tyler Bowen Year 2
00:11:30 - Departures, Talent Exodus & Potential vs Proven Production
00:16:56 - Quarterback Room: Justin Martin & Julian Sayin Year 2
00:23:29 - NIL Rules, Athletic Director Ross Bjork & NCAA Discussion
00:25:47 - Outro, Thanks to Eric Boggs & Final Thoughts

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Illinois Football Transfer Portal Recap: Katin Houser, Jake Renfro Shine!

Join JR and Carson Bounds on The Big Ten Huddle as they dive into Illinois Fighting Illini's 2026 transfer portal moves. From QB Caden Houser (East Carolina) stepping in as starter to center Jake Renfro (Wisconsin) bolstering the O-line, plus additions like Deuce Fillmore (DB), William Holmes (LB), Jayshon Platt (WR), and more. They discuss key losses, fan reactions, and roster outlook amid Big Ten shifts. Iowa transfer portal mentions highlight conference trends. #IllinoisFootball #TransferPortal

Illinois football fans, get the inside scoop on how Bret Bielema's squad addressed needs at QB, OL, WR, LB, and secondary through savvy portal picks. Despite rankings like No. 28 on On3, Carson breaks down why these G5/FCS talents like Alex Perry (FIU WR) and LeVon Williams (safety) could outperform stars. Positive vibes on offense with Houser replacing Luke Altmyer, and defense eyeing more DL depth.

Offensive Upgrades: Caden Houser brings winning football; Jake Renfro's elite pass protection (just 2 sacks in 500 snaps).
Defensive Additions: William Holmes (ex-MLB draft pick) and Deuce Fillmore add upside.
Portal Strategy: Illinois focuses on production over hype, blending transfers with JUCO and high school recruits.

Shoutout to Carson Bounds (@carsonlbounds) from Orange and Blue News for expert insights!

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Video Chapters:
00:00:00 - Intro to Illinois Portal Buzz
00:02:28 - Positive Take on Caden Houser Addition
00:03:02 - Jake Renfro: Stud Center Incoming
00:03:57 - WR Boost with Jayshon Platt & Alex Perry
00:04:47 - LB Gems: William Holmes & Robert Edmondson
00:05:53 - Secondary Stars: Deuce Fillmore & LeVon Williams
00:07:24 - DL Needs & Additions Like Isaiah Thomason
00:12:37 - Overall Roster Outlook & Fan Excitement
00:22:55 - Final Thoughts on Portal Success

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JR and Zack dive into the final AP Top 25 on The Big Ten Huddle! We expose SEC bias, call out blunders like Ole Miss over Oregon and Vandy over Iowa, and admit our preseason prediction fails. Then, we craft our way too early Top 25 for 2026 – packed with Big Ten dominance and hot takes on teams like Indiana, Ohio State, and more!

College football rankings heat up with AP Top 25 critiques, SEC bias exposed, Big Ten football vs. SEC football debates, and our way too early Top 25 full of surprises.
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Big Ten Football news: Indiana wins national championship in epic CFP matchup! JR and Zach break down the Hoosiers' victory over Miami, future implications for Indiana football, and final Big Ten power rankings for 2025-26. College football playoffs news, Big Ten Football, Big 10, B1G, 12 team playoffs, CFP – all covered in this must-watch episode.

Join JR and Zach on The Big Ten Huddle as they celebrate Indiana's undefeated season and natty win. From Fernando Mendoza's heroics to Curt Cignetti's coaching masterclass, we dive into what this means for the Big Ten's dominance over the SEC. Don't miss our final power rankings and bold predictions for 2026!

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Video Chapters:
00:00:00 - Intro: Indiana's Natty Win Hype
00:01:08 - Player Shoutouts: Mendoza & Becker Shine
00:03:05 - Coaching Praise: Cignetti's Genius
00:04:20 - Game Recap: Hoosiers' Epic Plays
00:17:23 - Future for Indiana: Dynasty Building
00:17:53 - Big Ten Power Rankings: Top Teams Revealed
00:21:41 - Conference Dominance: Big Ten > SEC

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Dive into this episode of The Big Ten Huddle where JR and Jeffrey the Greek break down Iowa Football's Transfer Portal moves! From key additions like LJ Phillips, Tony Diaz, and Hank Brown to departures such as Brian Allen and Koen Entringer, plus the quarterback battle between Jeremy Hecklinski and Hank Brown – we cover it all in this Iowa transfer portal recap. Iowa Football fans, get the inside scoop on how the Hawkeyes are building for 2026 success!

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Thanks to Jeffrey the Greek from Eyes on Big Ten for joining us – check out his content for more Big Ten coverage!

Video Chapters:
00:00:00 – Intro to Iowa Transfer Portal Recap
00:02:24 – Additions Breakdown
00:09:51 – Departures Discussion
00:15:40 – Quarterback Battle
00:19:51 – Wide Receiver Room Boost
00:20:48 – Tight End Outlook

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Dive into The Big Ten Huddle with JR and Zach discussing Big Ten Football news, Indiana vs Miami score predictions like 27-20 and 24-10 for Indiana football, Miami vs Indiana breakdowns, national championship prediction, USC football staff with Gary Patterson as USC defensive coordinator and Mike Ekler for special teams, college football playoffs news, SEC 9 game schedule impacts on 12 team playoffs fairness, Big Ten Football, Big 10, B1G, CFP expansion debates.

Welcome to The Big Ten Huddle, your ultimate source for Big Ten Football insights and college football discussions! In this episode, hosts JR and Zach Guggenheim break down the Indiana-Miami matchup, with Zach predicting a tight 27-20 Indiana win and JR calling 24-10, emphasizing Indiana's tackling, pressure generation, and Carson Beck's potential interceptions. They cover USC rounding out their defensive staff with Gary Patterson as DC and Mike Ekler trending for special teams coordinator. Plus, a deep dive into CFP expansion—no decision yet, with Big Ten pushing for 24 teams while SEC prefers 16 or sticking at 12—and how SEC's shift to 9 conference games could make playoffs fairer, potentially boosting Big Ten, Big 12, and ACC teams.

Episode Highlights:
Indiana's defense vs Miami's pass rush and run game.
Big Ten vs SEC on CFP: Planning for future vs reactive moves.
SEC's tougher schedule leading to more parity in selections.

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Dive into the latest Big Ten Football news as I break down Paul Finebaum's controversial take on an Indiana national championship being overshadowed by college football vs NFL hype. Explore college football changes with a head-to-head 2025 Indiana vs 2019 LSU comparison, pitting Indiana vs LSU stars like Fernando Mendoza vs Joe Burrow. Plus, a full Big Ten Basketball Recap covering Nebraska basketball's unbeaten streak, Iowa basketball's upset, Ohio State basketball's dominance, and Illinois basketball's depth shine.

Join me, JR, on The Big Ten Huddle for unfiltered takes on college sports drama, from football rivalries to hoops highlights. We're all about celebrating the Big Ten's rise—no SEC bias here! Whether it's exposing media narratives or diving into stats, this channel delivers the real story.

CHAPTERS
00:00:09 Intro & Finebaum Critique
00:08:09 College Football Changes
00:14:31 2025 Indiana vs 2019 LSU Breakdown
00:25:11 Fernando Mendoza vs Joe Burrow Debate
00:28:59 Big Ten Basketball Saturday Recap
00:35:50 Nebraska Basketball Dominance
00:32:31 Iowa Basketball Upset
00:30:52 Ohio State Basketball Highlights
00:39:23 Closing Thoughts

Shoutout to my producer team for the smooth edits—no collaborations this episode, but always open to Big Ten creators! Follow for more: @jrs_rankings on X, Instagram, and TikTok. Like, subscribe, and hit notifications for weekly episodes. #BigTenHuddle #CollegeFootball #BigTenBasketball

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Big Ten Football news explodes as JR breaks down 5 last-minute transfer portal targets for needy teams like Oregon football, Maryland football, Michigan football, Illinois football, Indiana football—spotlighting Jordan Seaton, Arion Carter, Mason Clint, Keona Davis, Makhi Frazier. Why no one is safe on your roster in 2026 amid Darian Mensah Miami football drama, DeMond Williams hold, Mason Posa issues, house settlement, college football contracts—but B1G Big Ten transfer portal setup shines. Plus, 5 key questions deciding Indiana vs Miami national championship preview in college football playoffs. Big ten football, B1G, Big Ten Huddle, Big 10, transfer portal news, big ten transfer portal, oregon football, maryland football, jordan seaton, arion carter, michigan football, mason clint, keona davis, nebraska football, illinois football, makhi frazier, indiana football, Darian Mensah, miami football, demond williams, michigan football, mason posa, house settlement, college football contracts, national championship preview, indiana vs miami, miami vs indiana, college football playoffs.

The Big Ten Huddle is your go-to source for in-depth Big Ten football analysis, hosted by JR and presented by FanDuel. We dive deep into transfers, rosters, and championship matchups to keep you ahead of the game. Whether it's portal chaos or playoff previews, we've got the insights you crave.

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CHAPTERS
0:00 - Episode Intro & Overview
1:10 - Transfer Portal Closing: Last-Minute Big Ten Needs
2:19 - Target 1: Jordan Seaton (Maryland & Oregon Buzz)
5:01 - Target 2: Arion Carter (Michigan Linebacker Help)
6:56 - Target 3: Mason Clint (Oregon Depth Piece)
8:23 - Target 4: Keona Davis (Illinois Defensive Line)
10:35 - Target 5: Makhi Frazier (Indiana Running Back Fit)
12:50 - Commercial Spot 1: FanDuel Break
12:57 - Why No One Is Safe: 2026 Roster Realities & Big Ten Edge
25:00 - Commercial Spot 2: Quick Break
28:00 - 5 Key Questions: Deciding Indiana vs Miami Natty
42:05 - Outro & Final Thoughts

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