Buckeye State of the Union: Open Practice Takeaways; Ryan Day's Ohio State Spring Football Updates

Buckeye State of the Union presented by Hoggy’s BBQ & Catering: The Silver Bulletin’s Blake Biscardi is joined by the Delaware Gazette’s Dillon Davis, following Ryan Day’s press conference on Monday, April 6, 2026. Biscardi and Davis unpack Coach Day’s remarks and share what they saw during Saturday’s open portion of practice. The wide receiver and defensive back rooms are discussed in depth, as Ohio State sorts through the competition and begins forming its idea of a depth chart. ​ Wide Receivers: Jeremiah Smith, Kyle Parker, Devin McCuin, Brandon Inniss, Brock Boyd, Chris Henry Jr.​ Defensive Backs: Earl Little Jr., Jay Timmons, Dominick Kelly, Jermaine Matthews, Terry Moore, Devin Sanchez Biscardi and Davis also go in-depth on the running backs and offensive line as Ohio State is shorthanded in both position groups this spring. Which players are flashing or stepping up? Plus, Ohio State’s history and blueprint of developing NFL talent and which guys could be next in the pipeline? Finally, a discussion surrounding special teams, which has plagued the Buckeyes during the Ryan Day era. Is Connor Hawkins the answer at kicker or is it too early to tell? Follow Dillon Davis on Twitter/X @DillonDavis56 and read his work for the Delaware Gazette: delgazette.comFollow Blake Biscardi on Twitter/X @BlakeBiscardi Read more: tsilverbulletin.com Visit Hoggy’s in Columbus: 830 Bethel Rd Columbus, OH 43214