🔥 OHIO STATE DOMINATES MARYLAND 45-16! BUT ARE THE BUCKEYES READY FOR INDIANA?

The Ohio State Buckeyes improved to 5-1 with a convincing 45-16 victory over Maryland, but head coach Ryan Day knows there's still plenty to improve before one of the biggest games on the college football schedule.

On today's Buckeyes Daily Blitz, host Jeff "Tito" Thitoff breaks down Ohio State's dominant performance against Maryland, the positives and negatives from the victory, Ryan Day's assessment of his team, and the enormous upcoming showdown against the Indiana Hoosiers.

With Ohio State traveling to Bloomington to face No. 5 Indiana, the stakes couldn't be much higher!

Can the Buckeyes clean up their mistakes and deliver another championship-caliber performance?

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🔥 OHIO STATE ROLLS MARYLAND, 45-16!

The Buckeyes controlled the Terrapins, piling up 449 total yards while allowing just 146.

Ohio State dominated the ground game with 207 rushing yards and controlled possession for more than 34 minutes.

But despite the lopsided final score, there were still areas that need improvement.

🔥 JULIAN SAYIN THROWS FOUR TOUCHDOWNS!

Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin completed 13 of 21 passes for 242 yards and four touchdowns.

Sayin helped the Buckeyes establish an explosive passing attack that Maryland struggled to contain.

But one interception and inconsistent offensive execution provide additional areas for improvement.

🔥 BO JACKSON POWERS THE BUCKEYES!

Running back Bo Jackson delivered 107 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 23 carries.

Ohio State established control on the ground while wearing down Maryland's defense.

Can the Buckeyes continue running effectively against Indiana?

🔥 JEREMIAH SMITH CONTINUES TO DELIVER!

Star receiver Jeremiah Smith caught four passes for 93 yards and two touchdowns.

Smith remains one of college football's most dangerous offensive weapons.

His ability to create explosive plays could become particularly important against Indiana.

🔥 RYAN DAY EVALUATES OHIO STATE'S SPECIAL TEAMS!

Ryan Day discussed Ohio State's kickoff-return execution, overall effort and the importance of avoiding unnecessary penalties.

The Buckeyes showed improvement in their approach and focus, but Day acknowledged that the team still has work ahead.

Can Ohio State eliminate the mistakes that could prove costly against stronger competition?

🔥 OHIO STATE VS. INDIANA — MASSIVE BIG TEN SHOWDOWN!

The Buckeyes travel to Bloomington for one of the most anticipated games of the 2026 college football season.

No. 4 Ohio State faces No. 5 Indiana in a matchup featuring the two most recent College Football Playoff national champions.

Indiana is coming off a narrow 20-17 victory over Nebraska.

With major Big Ten championship and College Football Playoff implications, this could be the biggest football game ever played in Bloomington.

Is Ohio State ready for the Hoosiers?

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🚨 OHIO STATE BASKETBALL HAS SOME PROBLEMS TO FIX! SHOULD BUCKEYES FANS BE WORRIED?

The Ohio State Buckeyes basketball team faced Cincinnati in an exhibition matchup, and while the result doesn't count in the regular-season standings, there were some concerning developments.

Poor shooting, turnovers, rebounding struggles and missed free throws all stood out.

But is there really reason to panic?

🎙️ Jeff Thitoff breaks down the Buckeyes' exhibition performance on this edition of the Buckeyes Daily Blitz, exclusively on Fan Stream Sports!

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🏀 OHIO STATE STRUGGLES AGAINST CINCINNATI!

The Buckeyes have several areas that need improvement following their exhibition matchup with the Bearcats.

Jeff examines what went wrong, what needs to improve and whether fans should be concerned heading toward the regular season.

🏀 JOHN MOBLEY JR. LEADS THE BUCKEYES!

John Mobley Jr. scored 15 points and was Ohio State's only player in double figures.

Amari Bynum and LJ Smith each added nine points.

Can Mobley become the offensive leader the Buckeyes need this season?

🏀 TURNOVERS AND REBOUNDING ARE CONCERNS!

Ohio State struggled on the glass and gave away too many possessions.

Jeff discusses why those problems could become much more significant once the Buckeyes begin playing games that count.

🏀 POOR SHOOTING AND MISSED FREE THROWS!

The Buckeyes had opportunities to capitalize on Cincinnati's fouls but couldn't consistently convert at the free-throw line.

Is this simply early-season rust, or are there underlying offensive problems?

🏀 BUTLER EXHIBITION PREVIEW!

Ohio State returns to the court October 25 against Butler.

That matchup will provide another opportunity for the Buckeyes to address their mistakes before regular-season competition begins.

📅 UPCOMING OHIO STATE BASKETBALL GAME

🏀 Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Butler Bulldogs

📆 October 25, 2026

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🏟️ Exhibition Game

💬 BUCKEYES NATION — LET'S HEAR IT!

Should Ohio State fans be concerned about the team's early performance?

Can John Mobley Jr. carry the Buckeyes offensively?

What's the biggest issue that needs to be fixed?

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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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