Ohio State vs Penn State Preview: Buckeye Grades | Coaching Changes | Bye Week Takeaways

In this episode of Bleav In Buckeyes, former Ohio State Buckeyes Bryant Browning and Chimdi Chekwa grade the Buckeyes’ performance thus far as they are coming off their bye week. The duo dives deep into the team’s offensive and defensive grades, analyzing how the Buckeyes have utilized their tight ends and identifying areas for improvement on offense. They also take a hard look at the special teams’ ongoing struggles and discuss what adjustments could be made before the next matchup. Looking ahead, Browning and Chekwa preview Ohio State’s highly anticipated showdown with Penn State, offering insights into key matchups and what fans can expect on game day. The conversation also explores the future of the Nittany Lions next head coach taking a closer look at speculation about Brian Hartline’s potential next steps. Whether you’re a die-hard Buckeye fan or a college football enthusiast, this episode delivers sharp analysis, insider perspective, and passionate discussion about Ohio State football. Takeaways The importance of staying undefeated in November. Bye weeks allow teams to self-scout and improve. Ohio State's offensive strategy has shifted towards more tight end usage. The offense is graded as a B plus due to run game issues. The defense receives an A plus for its performance this season. Special teams are a concern, currently graded as a D. Penn State presents a unique challenge with their current roster changes. Brian Hartline's potential as a head coaching candidate is discussed. The significance of running the ball effectively against Penn State. The need for Ohio State to maintain focus and execution as the season progresses. Chapters 00:00 November Expectations for Buckeyes 02:03 Assessing Team Performance and Statistics 05:08 Offensive Strategy: Tight Ends vs. Receivers 10:46 Grading the Offense: B+ vs. A- 13:29 Defensive Excellence: A+ Performance 15:29 Special Teams Struggles: A Critical Look 19:22 Previewing the Penn State Challenge 22:42 Coaching Changes: Who's Next for Penn State? Keywords Ohio State, football, bye week, offense, defense, special teams, Penn State, coaching changes, Brian Hartline, college football, Buckeyes, Penn State, Ryan Day, Julian Sayin, Matt Patricia, Big 10 football, coaching hires, Nittany Lions, Buckeyes, Lane Kiffin, Big Noon Kickoff, Fanduel, Bleav Network, Chimdi Chekwa, Bryant Browning, byMae, Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.