Buckeye Film Breakdown

In this episode, the conversation centers on the bigger picture of Ohio State football and why Josh Pate views the Buckeyes as the top program in the country.This isn’t about a single season—it’s about how everything is aligned. From leadership to roster construction, from resources to development, Ohio State operates with a level of infrastructure that supports consistent, high-level performance.The fellas break down what alignment really looks like inside a top program, how infrastructure drives results, and why Ohio State is built to sustain success year after year.THIS IS A PREVIEW! JOIN BUCKEYE FILM BREAKDOWN FOR MORE!Join our community of Buckeye fans today at BuckeyeFilmBreakdown.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a preview of the latest episode—be sure to subscribe to Buckeye Film Breakdown to catch the full breakdown.We start with a massive weekend for Ohio State football, as the Buckeyes put together a record-setting NFL Draft. The fellas discuss what stood out, what it says about development, and how the program continues to translate talent to the next level.Then it’s on to the future. Ohio State adds a new in-state offensive lineman in the 2027 class, and Coach Slate jumps into the film—breaking down movement, physicality, and versatility, and how those traits project in this system.This episode connects both sides—the results on draft weekend and the next wave coming through the program.Join our community of Buckeye fans today at BuckeyeFilmBreakdown.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coach Slate joins Jake Burns for a deep dive into Ohio State’s NFL Draft prospects from a true film perspective. This conversation is all about what translates—traits, versatility, and how these Buckeyes project at the next level.The fellas break down key names, discuss scheme fits, and evaluate where these players could land as teams look to maximize their skill sets. If you want real insight into how Ohio State talent stacks up heading into the draft, this is the episode.Join our community of Buckeye fans today at BuckeyeFilmBreakdown.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coach Slate is back, and the fellas jump right into a full spring game recap from a coach’s lens. It starts with a position-by-position breakdown—who showed up offensively, who made plays defensively, and who stacked reps when it mattered most.They also dive into the tone of the game—how physical it really was, what that says about the culture being built, and how it translates heading into the summer.To close it out, they hit on some quick NFL Draft discussion, where things stand for Ohio State guys, and what to watch as the next level comes into focus.Join our community of Buckeye fans today at BuckeyeFilmBreakdown.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeremy rides solo for this one, starting with a full position-by-position breakdown of the spring game. Who looked comfortable, who flashed, and who stacked consistent reps when it mattered.From there, he dives into how Arthur Smith’s influence is starting to show up—structure, tempo, and the early identity of this offense.To close it out, Jeremy highlights the key standouts and what it all means as the Buckeyes head into the summer.Join our community of Buckeye fans today at BuckeyeFilmBreakdown.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode starts up front as Tyler Bowen gives insight into where the offensive line is heading. Even with Austin Siereveld and Phillip Daniels out this spring, there’s confidence in the group—and real value in the reps being gained. We also dive deeper into Ian Moore and the development he’s shown with increased opportunity, along with what that means for the overall unit as it looks to find its best five.Bowen emphasized versatility across the line, with multiple players capable of sliding inside or outside, while the run game identity under Arthur Smith continues to take shape.Defensively, the line continues to generate buzz this spring with players like Beau Atkinson and Eddrick Houston making an impact.We also touch on Chris Henry Jr. losing his black stripe, and close with Jeremy and Slate’s takes on who they expect to stand out heading into the spring game.Join our community of Buckeye fans today at BuckeyeFilmBreakdown.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode centers around what Ryan Day laid out in his latest presser as Ohio State heads into the final week of spring. The message is clear—this is about evaluation. Who can be trusted, who can handle live reps, and who is ready to separate when it matters.You’re starting to see that across the roster. The offensive line is still taking shape with guys like Ian Moore pushing for roles. The quarterback room continues to develop behind Julian Sayin, and the offense itself is evolving with Arthur Smith’s influence. At the same time, the roster is being thinned in spots—especially at running back—which is going to put a premium on reps this weekend.And then there’s the culture piece. When guys like Dominick Kelly, Hunter Welcing, and Terry Moore lose their black stripe, it tells you exactly where the standard is. That’s daily consistency showing up.We’ll break down the biggest takeaways from Day, what it means for this roster right now, and what to watch as they head into a spring game built for real evaluation—not a showcase.Join our community of Buckeye fans today at BuckeyeFilmBreakdown.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After nine spring practices, Ryan Day gave one of the clearest evaluations yet of where this team stands. The message is consistent—competition across the roster, young players being forced to grow up fast, and key positions starting to take shape.From Julian Sayin taking command of the offense, to a deep and competitive corner room featuring Devin Sanchez, to offensive line injuries creating opportunity for development—this is a full program snapshot. We’re breaking down what’s real, what’s trending, and what it means as Ohio State continues through spring ball.Join our community of Buckeye fans today at BuckeyeFilmBreakdown.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jake jumps on with the guys to break down Coach Slate’s first-hand observations from inside his visits to the Woody — what’s real, what’s noise, and what’s starting to take shape through seven spring sessions. We get into the details that matter: who’s stacking consistent days, where competition is tightening, and which position groups are starting to define themselves.It’s still spring ball — development phase, not finished product — but the film doesn’t lie. The traits, habits, and communication you’re seeing right now are laying the foundation for what this team can become come fall.Join our community of Buckeye fans today at BuckeyeFilmBreakdown.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is all about movement inside the program — earned, not given. We break down the latest black stripe removals and what they signal about trust, readiness, and where certain guys stand in the pecking order right now. No fluff — just what it means in the room and how it translates to Saturdays.Then we shift forward. With Coach Slate heading into practice this week, we’re laying out the evaluation lens: who’s separating, who’s stacking days, and where the real competition is heating up. Personnel, tempo, communication — the details that matter.Join our community of Buckeye fans today at BuckeyeFilmBreakdown.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The break is over — and now the program starts to come back into focus.This is one of those windows where everything intersects. You’ve got Gold Pants being handed out, reinforcing the standard and what it means to win here. You’ve got Pro Day approaching, where the next wave of NFL Buckeyes steps into the spotlight and the standard gets evaluated at the highest level. And inside the building, you’ve got early spring work starting to reveal who’s ready to take the next step.Join our community of Buckeye fans today at BuckeyeFilmBreakdown.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julian Sayin may have looked human in the last two games of the season, but was it really as bad as it seemed? The guys break down several plays from the last two games of the year, and the film shows more positive than negative. The guys give their grades on the past season and with spring ball on the horizon, we begin our position room breakdowns.The guys look at the QB room and where can Julian improve headed into next year. What positives can be used as stepping stones, and where does the competition come from? The Buckeyes also made another coaching hire, and while it’s not a flashy one it could be an important one.Join our community of Buckeye fans today at BuckeyeFilmBreakdown.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The search for an offensive coordinator seems to be getting off the ground, for the Buckeyes. Ryan Day has always kept things very close to the vest when it comes to coordinator hires, and this year seems no different. However, a few very tuned in sources are speculating that interviews will begin this week and it sounds like there are three names that will for sure be interviewing. The guys also discuss a couple of young up and comers that would make good fits, and one of them will live in Buckeye lore forever!Join our community of Buckeye fans today at BuckeyeFilmBreakdown.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeremy and Coach Slate start the episode discussing the latest portal additions. What do each of the new guys bring to the table, and how can the staff deploy them?Jake jumps in for a discussion regarding how might the portal and college football be evolving. How can OSU evolve, and how are they already? How can college football reign in NIL and the portal. The guys finish up by talking about where OSU still needs to go shopping in the portal. Join our community of Buckeye fans today at BuckeyeFilmBreakdown.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are one week into the transfer portal being open, and it’s never been obvious that college football is different than it has ever been. The Buckeyes have seen a large number of players enter the portal, and have added some who have the potential to be major contributors next season. The guys discuss what positions are left on the “shopping list”, along with the next round visitors to campus. A MAJOR rumor is swirling in OSU circles, and the guys discuss how it could effect what the Buckeyes look to do in the next round of portal transactions.Join our community of Buckeye fans today at BuckeyeFilmBreakdown.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s Cotton Bowl week, and the Buckeye Film Breakdown team is ready to talk all things OSU versus Miami. In this episode of the film room Coach Slate discusses the Miami offense and how the Buckeyes might be able to attack them on defense.It’s no secret that the Hurricanes have “dudes” all over the offense. In order to come away with the win, the Buckeyes will have to make a choice on who they want to contain the most. Mark Fletcher and the run game or Carson Beck and the passing attack? Tap in and listen as Coach Slater breaks it down!Join our community of Buckeye fans today at BuckeyeFilmBreakdown.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After 21 seasons at the helm in Salt Lake City, Kyle Whittingham is headed to Ann Arbor. 17 days after announcing the termination of Sherrone Moore, the Wolverines announced the hiring of Whittingham. The 66-year old signed a 5 year deal worth over 8 million dollars per season.We might never know what the true pecking order was for the opening in Ann Arbor, but listen as Jeremy and Coach Slater dive in to the hire and what it means to the Wolverines. What might the staff look like? What about this hire should make Wolverine fans concerned?The guys also discuss a few quick hitter topics before signing off. 2 black stripes were lost, the class of 2026 gets Legendary, and a former Buckeye signal caller has entered the transfer portal.A quick trip down memory lane to that fateful night in Tempe, AZ generates the question of the week: was it pass interference? Join our community of Buckeye fans today at BuckeyeFilmBreakdown.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the podcast! Its Buckeye Film Breakdown, where Jerrod and Jeremy will be previewing the Big Ten Championship game against the #2 ranked Indiana Hoosiers. Joined by Jake Burns from Browns Film Breakdown, the guys discuss what they're looking to see from the Buckeye defense going up against Fernando Mendoza, who's slated to be the first QB taken in the NFL draft, what they're looking for in the offensive gameplan going up against this underrated IU defense, and what listeners can expect from the podcast and new community over at buckeyefilmbreakdown.comWe're thrilled to be here and hope you'll join us! Go bucks!Join our community of Buckeye fans today at BuckeyeFilmBreakdown.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.