OSU Football_-MAJOR National Buckeye INTEL with Special Guest

In this episode of The Buckeye Scoop, host Devin welcomes back special guest Dalton Wasserman to discuss Ohio State's upcoming football season with a national perspective. The conversation centers on the Buckeyes' aggressive use of the transfer portal, which brought in 53 new players—more than any season under Ryan Day—aimed at addressing key departures like Arvel Reese, Sonny Styles, and Caleb Downs. Wasserman praises the depth and versatility across all units, especially the defensive line and linebacker corps, where experienced transfers like James Smith, John Walker, and Christian Aliego are expected to bolster a young core. He highlights the strategic shift toward recruiting veteran players to fill critical roles, particularly in the secondary and at kicker, arguing that these 'little things' could decide high-stakes games. Despite concerns about the quarterback position and pass rush development, Wasserman remains optimistic, citing Julian Sane’s potential for a breakout sophomore season and the emergence of young pass rushers like Epi-Citanale. The episode concludes with a draft preview, projecting four first-round picks from Ohio State, including Reese, Styles, Downs, and Caden McDonald, with others like Caden Curry likely to be drafted in the later rounds.