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EPISODE · Aug 9, 2026 · 15 MIN

Three Standouts From Sunday's CLOSED Practice

from The Buckeye Weekly Podcast · host Buckeye Insiders Network

A number of players stood out during Ohio State’s closed practice on Sunday, and BuckeyeInsiders.com's Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr break down what they heard from inside the Woody Hayes Athletic Center.The biggest development may be true freshman nickel Jay Timmons continuing to work with the first-team defense. Tony and Tom discuss why that matters, what it says about the freshman's place on the depth chart, and why a true freshman getting this many early reps with the ones is a significant sign.They also talk about freshman running back Legend Bey, whose quickness, balance, and ability to make defenders miss continue to stand out. Bey may still have plenty to learn, but his ability with the ball in his hands could make it difficult for Ohio State to keep him off the field.On defense, Beau Atkinson appears to be making a strong push at defensive end after an underwhelming first season with the Buckeyes. Could the veteran become the steady presence Ohio State needs opposite Kenyatta Jackson?Tony and Tom discuss these three standouts, but you can find much more about Sunday's practice at BuckeyeInsiders.com. 0:01 — Welcome to Buckeye Weekly0:09 — The proper way to “power pause” Tom1:43 — Three standouts from Sunday’s closed practice2:42 — Jay Timmons continues working with the ones4:51 — Why Timmons’ early rise matters6:10 — Legend Bey keeps flashing in the backfield7:35 — What makes Bay so difficult to tackle9:06 — The trait that keeps standing out with Legend Bay9:47 — Beau Atkinson making a move at defensive end10:55 — Why Atkinson looks different this year12:52 — What improved defensive end depth would mean for Ohio StateSubscribe to the Buckeye Weekly Podcast for daily Ohio State football news, analysis, camp updates, and discussion.Become a member and join the conversation at BuckeyeInsiders.com.

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