The Beat: What latest Ohio State ‘Dude’ picks mean as Buckeyes reload on defense

Summer workouts are starting to wind down with training camp at Ohio State getting closer, and the latest batch of standouts from the weight room were all clustered on defense. Those Buckeyes each are in line for key roles in the rebuild on that side of the ball, and former Ohio State captain Zach Boren offered his analysis on what Payton Pierce, Beau Atkinson and Earl Little Jr. can do for the Silver Bullets. It’s a Boren Blitz on The Beat, presented by The Waterworks. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only savings and continuous comfort all year long. Call today to schedule. The Waterworks and Hetter – 614-232-2222. The Waterworks is a proud sponsor of Ohio State athletics.