Introducing Andy and Where Things Stand in Ohio State’s Quarterback, Offensive Line Competitions

While Ohio State hasn’t yet named a new starting quarterback, Real Pod Wednesdays has named a new co-host.In his first episode sharing co-hosting duties with Dan, we introduce you to new Eleven Warriors reporter Andy Anders, who outlines his journey from posting in the 11W forums to becoming a full-time member of the staff.Then, we get into our usual hourlong discussion of the biggest topics in Ohio State sports of the past week, starting with the ongoing quarterback competition and what we make of Ryan Day’s Monday comments about the unsettled battle. We also discuss how we see things shaking out on Ohio State’s offensive line, Gene Smith’s legacy and the impact of his impending retirement and the fast-approaching reality that Ohio State fans will soon need Peacock to watch every Buckeye game.The rundown of what we’re talking about this week and when you can find it in the show:0:12: Andy’s introduction7:28: Ohio State still needs a starting quarterback, but we’re not pressing the panic button yet14:12: The likelihood’s increasing that OSU’s QB competition will continue into the first game or three18:10: This season’s too important for OSU to think about anything but this season when picking a QB20:04: Jimmy Simmons and Carson Hinzman look likely to start, but right tackle remains in question32:50: Donovan Jackson and Matt Jones can make life easier on Hinzman (or whoever starts at center)34:22: We feel awful for Kourt Williams suffering yet another major injury37:19: Bennett Christian wasn’t likely to play much this year, but OSU’s TE depth is a bit suspect40:15: Gene Smith should be remembered for far more good than bad as Ohio State’s athletic director46:26: NIL will be an important priority for Ohio State’s new athletic director48:35: Smith’s successor seems likely to be someone with OSU ties (but not Jim Tressel or Urban Meyer)52:47: Smith’s impending departure could make Chris Holtmann and Ryan Day’s seats a little warmer1:00:04: Ohio State on Peacock is a big change, but it’s a change fans will have to learn to live with