Daily Buckeye Blitz: Michigan Killers #3: J.T. Barrett | The Quarterback Michigan Could Never Beat

J.T. Barrett didn't have the strongest arm. He wasn't the fastest quarterback Ohio State has ever had. But when The Game arrived every November, there was nobody Buckeye Nation trusted more. In this third installment of the Michigan Killers series, we revisit Barrett's remarkable career against Michigan—from his heartbreaking broken ankle in 2014, to the dominant win in Ann Arbor in 2015, the unforgettable double-overtime thriller in 2016, and his courageous final rivalry game in 2017 while battling a knee injury. Featuring stories and quotes from Urban Meyer, Ryan Day, Greg Schiano, Terry McLaurin, Parris Campbell, Tony Alford, Maurice Hurst, and more, this episode explores why Barrett earned the respect of teammates, coaches, and even opponents. He wasn't just a quarterback. He was a leader. And he helped define one of the greatest eras in Ohio State football history. In this episode: Barrett's rise from three-star recruit to Ohio State legend The 2014 Michigan game and season-ending ankle injury 2015 domination in Ann Arbor The unforgettable 2016 "Spot" game Playing through injury in 2017 Why teammates called him the ultimate leader Barrett's lasting legacy in The Game Subscribe for more Buckeye football history, recruiting, game analysis, and daily Ohio State coverage. Go Bucks! Monday, July 6, 2026   Join Kalshi and Get $10 Subscribe to the Podcast 📺 Watch On YouTube https://www.youtube.com/thebuckeyecast LIKE 👍 and SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube channel  https://www.youtube.com/@TheBuckeyeCast?sub_confirmation=1 Questions or Comments? Call or text at 614-414-2274 Email at [email protected]    ⭐️ Find Us Here https://linktr.ee/thebuckeyecast