Ryan Day DEBRIEF: Bo Jackson Emerges as RB1? + Ohio State Offensive Line Updates | 08.15.26

Bo Jackson is standing out. The offensive line still has questions. And Ryan Day says Ohio State is “in a race against time to get better.”Ryan Day met with the media following Ohio State’s latest scrimmage, and there were some significant takeaways for the Buckeyes as fall camp continues.Bo Jackson is emerging as one of the biggest standouts of camp. Day specifically highlighted Bo Jackson’s vision, his ability to read blocks, hit the holes and get to the second level. While Day said Isaiah West and Ja’kobi Jackson are right there in the mix, Jackson has clearly separated himself with his early-camp performance.We also break down the latest on Ohio State’s offensive line, where Day indicated the Buckeyes still aren’t where they want to be. Austin was out for a few days but is expected back this week, and Day said there would be no OL announcement yet.Plus, we discuss:​What is making Bo Jackson stand out​Whether Bo Jackson is making a legitimate push to be RB1​Ja’kobi Jackson and Isaiah West remaining firmly in the conversation​The current state of Ohio State’s offensive line​ Arthur Smith’s impact on Julian Sayin​ Luke Fahey shedding his black stripe and pushing Tavien St. Clair​Jay Timmons continuing to make his presence felt​Ohio State’s approach to replacing production on defense​Ryan Day’s message: “We are in a race against time to get better.”The Buckeyes are getting closer to the season, but Day made it clear there is still plenty of work to do.​​Read more: tsilverbulletin.com