QUESTIONS LOOM: Will Ohio State Cover? Big Ten Opener, Illibuck Trophy & Run Game Fixes
Locked On Buckeyes - Daily Podcast On Ohio State Buckeyes Football & Basketball · Sep 25, 2026 · 31:03
Locked On Buckeyes - Daily Podcast On Ohio State Buckeyes Football & Basketball
Locked On Buckeyes - Daily Podcast On Ohio State Buckeyes Football & Basketball · Sep 25, 2026 · 31:03
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Ohio State Buckeyes kick off Big Ten play against Illinois Fighting Illini with critical questions at running back and offensive line. Can Ryan Day's squad finally ignite the run game and clean up red zone efficiency to dominate an Illinois defense ranked outside the top 75? Matt Fontana and Justin Zwick spotlight Katin Hauser’s arm, Collin Dixon’s impact, and whether OSU’s defense can ramp up its pass rush against a rebuilt Illini offensive front.
Key storylines include third-down struggles, offensive line chemistry changes, and the Buckeyes’ quest to turn backfield promise into explosive gains. The duo also breaks down the storied Illibuck trophy, its bizarre turtle origins, and Ohio State’s nine-game winning streak in the series. Will Ohio State cover the spread and build momentum for a playoff push, or could Illinois’ new-look offense test Buckeye resolve in the Shoe?
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