OSU Football_-MAJOR National Buckeye INTEL with Special Guest

In this episode of The Buckeye Scoop, host Devin welcomes back special guest Dalton Wasserman, a respected national college football analyst and co-host of the Preferred Walk On College Football Show, to discuss Ohio State's transformative offseason and 2026 outlook. The conversation centers on the Buckeyes' aggressive portal strategy, which brought in 17 experienced players—including key transfers like Jacoby Jackson, Kyle Parker, Devin McQuinn, and safety Terry Moore—signaling a shift toward embracing veteran talent to address depth and experience gaps. Wasserman praises the team's depth across all units, especially on defense, where the defensive line and linebacker corps are now among the deepest in the nation. He highlights the potential of emerging players like Epi-Citanale and the versatility of new additions such as Christian Aliego, while expressing cautious optimism about the secondary’s ability to replace Caleb Downs. The discussion also touches on Julian Sane’s expected sophomore leap, the wide receiver room’s improved depth, and the team’s strategic focus on winning close games through experience and execution in high-pressure moments. Wasserman forecasts four first-round draft picks from Ohio State in 2026, including top-tier selections from Arvel Reese, Sonny Styles, Caleb Downs, and Carnell Tate.