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EPISODE · Sep 24, 2026 · 28 MIN

Ryan Day's BIG Offensive Change vs Illinois!

from The Big Ten Huddle Podcast · host JR + Bleav

Ohio State offensive strategy is shifting, with a move toward 10 personnel formations. We analyze what this means for the Buckeyes. The coaching staff is experimenting with a lineup featuring zero tight ends and one running back, a departure from the historical reliance on tight end usage. This breakdown examines why this tactical change is being prioritized for upcoming college football games and how it alters the team's balance on the field. By evaluating these personnel decisions, we can project how the offense will operate against different defensive fronts. Understanding this shift in Ohio State football is essential for anticipating how they intend to attack opponents throughout the rest of the season. Subscribe for weekly Big Ten football breakdowns, and let us know in the comments if you think this new offensive approach will be successful. 0:00 Buckeyes Pre-Game Personnel Adjustments 0:57 Sending a Message to the Tight End Room 3:17 Injury Updates and Roster Availability 5:04 Breaking Down the Illinois Matchup 8:22 The Crucial Run Game Battle 10:56 Bold Predictions and Score Forecasts Shop at Homefield: https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=7872586.e3e1d25 Shop Big Ten Huddle Merch: https://the-big-ten-huddle-shop.fourthwall.com/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-big-ten-huddle-podcast/id1703305789 Subscribe for more Big Ten content! More Big Ten Football News: ⁨@jrs_BigTenFootballNews⁩ Big Ten Basketball News: ⁨@JRs_BigTenBasketballNews⁩ Follow us on social media: @TheBigTenHuddle Contact: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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