The Time And Change Will Surely Show

Who had the greatest true freshman season in Ohio State football history?Tony Gerdeman and Juck Miletti rank the Top 10 true freshman seasons ever by a Buckeye, led by Jeremiah Smith's incredible 2024 campaign. Along the way they debate Andy Katzenmoyer, Maurice Clarett, Orlando Pace, Ted Ginn Jr., the Bosa brothers, J.K. Dobbins and more before turning their attention to the current Buckeyes.Which members of Ohio State's 2026 freshman class could make a championship-level impact? Could Chris Henry Jr., Legend Bey, Brock Boyd, Jay Timmons or Khari Wilder become the next freshman stars? Finally, the guys look ahead to the 2027 recruiting class and discuss the long-term outlook for one of Ohio State's most talented groups in recent memory, including the pursuit of David GabrielGeorges.Who would make your Top 10 list?Subscribe to Buckeye Insiders for more Ohio State football coverage, recruiting, history, and analysis.0:00 Welcome to The Time and Change Will Surely Show0:49 The show's format: Past, Present and Future1:17 Ranking the greatest true freshman seasons in Ohio State history1:48 Jeremiah Smith claims the No. 1 spot2:36 When did everyone realize Jeremiah Smith was different?4:19 Ryan Day's "Watch this" moment and spring practice memories7:02 No. 2: Andy Katzenmoyer's legendary 1996 season9:26 No. 3: Orlando Pace changes left tackle forever11:08 Maurice Clarett's unforgettable freshman championship run13:09 Joey Bosa vs. Nick Bosa debate14:44 J.K. Dobbins' explosive freshman campaign15:41 Marcus Marek, Korey Stringer and the offensive line legends17:49 Ted Ginn Jr.'s game-breaking freshman season20:54 Juck's personal Top 10 list23:51 Cris Carter's place among Ohio State greats25:28 Which 2026 freshmen could make the biggest impact?26:54 Chris Henry Jr. vs. Legend Bey29:58 Why Legend Bey could be a perfect fit immediately30:38 David Boston and Michael Wiley set the standard in 199632:53 Jay Timmons, Khari Wilder and the defensive freshmen to watch36:34 Looking ahead to Ohio State's loaded 2027 recruiting class40:34 The future of the Buckeye defensive line42:22 Where does Jamier Brown fit?44:09 David Gabriel-Georges' potential impact48:22 Why Ohio State's 2027 class is already a major success50:59 Is David Gabriel-Georges a "must-get" recruit?53:52 The latest recruiting prediction discussion55:15 Final thoughts and outro

Recruiting has always been the lifeblood of Ohio State football, but the game has changed dramatically. On this episode of *The Time and Change Will Surely Show*, Tony Gerdeman and Juck Milletti revisit some of the Buckeyes' most painful recruiting losses, celebrate the biggest recruiting victories, and examine how NIL, roster construction, and the evolving recruiting landscape are reshaping the future of Ohio State football. 0:00 – Welcome: Why recruiting has always mattered0:47 – When we first became recruiting junkies1:50 – The birth of the internet recruiting era2:48 – Why recruiting losses hurt more than the wins feel good4:12 – Riley Pettijohn and recent recruiting victories5:33 – Jeremiah Smith and unforgettable Signing Day moments6:49 – Urban Meyer's Baron Browning recruiting prank8:23 – Blake Miller and other "what if" recruiting misses9:12 – The Michael Bush recruitment that still stings10:45 – When losing Buster Davis led to Troy Smith12:17 – Bijan Robinson and Ohio State's running back "what ifs"14:58 – Ohio recruiting battles that still haunt Buckeye fans16:42 – Terrelle Pryor and the biggest recruiting win of the modern era17:38 – Prescott Burgess, recruiting stories, and legendary near-misses18:45 – The Justin Scott and Marquise Lightfoot roller coaster20:23 – Orlando Pace, Andy Katzenmoyer, and recruiting memories from the '90s21:04 – Jordan Hicks, Trey DePriest, and painful in-state losses22:38 – How NIL changed recruiting forever25:55 – Is Ohio State still recruiting at an elite level?27:05 – Brady Edmunds and Ohio State's quarterback dilemma30:47 – David Gabriel-Georges: Is he a must-get prospect?34:21 – Should Ohio State spend whatever it takes?35:16 – Locker room chemistry vs. recruiting economics38:00 – Chris Henry Jr., Monshon Sales, and wide receiver recruiting40:37 – Why Ohio State can't outspend everyone42:21 – Austin Miller, early commitments, and the future of recruiting45:17 – Why coaches are becoming hesitant to accept early commitments47:31 – The new five-for-five rule and recruiting implications49:14 – Will fifth-year players create roster headaches?51:21 – NFL scouting, roster construction, and recruiting strategy53:00 – Why Ohio State has navigated the NIL era so well55:49 – Is player development more important than ever?56:33 – Blake Wong's upcoming decision and what it means57:48 – Like, subscribe, and follow Buckeye Insiders for more coverage

Ohio State Linebackers: Mount Rushmore, 2026 Outlook & James Laurinaitis’ Future | Time and Change Will Surely ShowTony Gerdeman and Juck Milletti break down Ohio State linebackers by looking at the past, present, and future of the position. They share their personal favorites and build an Ohio State linebacker Mount Rushmore. Tony presents a stats-based linebacker ranking list and they react to overlooked Buckeyes such as Steve Tovar, Matt Wilhelm, and Na'il Diggs. Turning to today’s roster, they assess concern levels after losing Sonny Styles and Arvell Reese, projecting roles and tackle leaders for Payton Pierce, Christian Alliegro, TJ Alford, Riley Pettijohn, Garrett Stover, and younger talent. They close by praising Laurinaitis as an elite recruiter and coach, discussing his long-term career path and head-coaching potential, plus roster implications of the proposed “five for five” rule.00:00 Welcome and Topic Setup00:42 Favorite Buckeye Linebackers03:07 Mount Rushmore Picks04:36 Shazier Spotlight07:19 Laurinaitis Tier Debate11:34 Ranking Formula and Stat List13:44 Hidden Gems and Surprises16:15 Build a Dream Linebacker Unit20:04 Recency Bias and Reese Usage23:29 Present Day Linebacker Outlook24:37 Pierce Allegro and Young Depth27:59 Predicting Team Tackle Leaders29:46 TJ vs Riley Roles31:35 Stover and Young Depth35:03 Trust in Coaching35:51 Portal and Snap Management37:41 Five for Five Fallout40:34 Laurinaitis Recruiting Edge44:43 Future Stars at Linebacker47:43 Laurinaitis Career Path55:32 Head Coach Debate59:37 Wrap Up and Thanks

Ohio State QB Rankings: Top 10 Buckeyes Ever + What’s Next for Julian Sayin & Tavien St. Clair | Time and ChangeIn the first episode of The Time and Change Will Surely Show, Tony Gerdeman and Juck Milletti launch their Ohio State-focused podcast by examining Buckeye quarterbacks across past, present, and future, including childhood QB memories and a stats-based formula that ranks J.T. Barrett No. 1 historically. They reveal and debate their personal top-10 lists, while discussing legacies of players like Terrelle Pryor, Dwayne Haskins, Braxton Miller, Cardale Jones, and Will Howard. They then project where Julian Sayin could land with another season and how a national title would change his standing, evaluate Tavien St. Clair’s long-term upside, and discuss future QB recruiting, including Brady Edmunds’ UCLA visit and Ohio State’s pursuit of another 2026 quarterback such as Nebraska commit Trae Taylor.00:00 Show Intro and Format01:00 First QB Memories01:42 QB Ranking Formula03:58 Starting the Top 1004:17 Hoying vs Germaine06:02 JT Barrett Legacy07:45 Pryor and Cardale Debate10:31 Will Howard Surprise Season13:27 Braxton Miller Breakdown15:31 Top Five Pryor Case21:07 Number Four22:09 Number Three25:27 Number Two 28:20 Number One30:54 Julian Sayin Top 10 Case36:09 Up Tempo Offense Fit37:46 Tavien St. Clair Projection39:58 Should Sayin Return44:22 Brady Edmunds Recruiting Rift48:16 Trae Taylor Flip Talk53:04 Portal Era QB Strategy55:26 Wrap Up And Subscribe