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 football's transformative offseason and upcoming season. The conversation centers on the Buckeyes' aggressive use of the transfer portal, which brought in 17+ experienced players to replace key departures like Arvel Reese, Sonny Stiles, and Carnell Tate. Wasserman praises the team's strategic depth across all positions—especially on defense, where new additions like James Smith, John Walker, and Quay Russell bolster a historically deep defensive line. He highlights the improved versatility and talent in the secondary, linebacker corps, and wide receiver room, noting that while no single player can replace Carnell Tate or Caleb Downs, the collective depth makes this one of Ohio State’s most balanced rosters in years. The discussion also touches on Julian Sane’s expected growth as a sophomore quarterback, the potential of transfer Jacoby Jackson at running back, and the team’s focus on winning close games through veteran presence and situational execution. Wasserman predicts four first-round draft picks from the team, including Reese, Stiles, Downs, and Caden McDonald, and emphasizes that Ohio State’s embrace of the portal signals a new era of competitiveness. The episode closes with a trivia contest and a strong call to action for fans to engage with the show and the Scoop Message Board.