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Ohio State just flipped the roster in a matter of days. In this episode of The Blitz, we break down the Buckeyes' latest transfer portal haul and what it tells us about Ryan Day's new roster strategy heading into 2026. We go player by player on the defensive-first reload — including Alabama DT James Smith and EDGE/LB Qua Russaw, Duke safety Terry Moore, Florida State DB Earl Little Jr., and new corner depth addition Cam Calhoun — plus the offense and special teams reinforcements with Florida RB Ja'Kobi Jackson, QB Justyn Martin, TE Hunter Welcing, and Baylor kicker Connor Hawkins.

Then we zoom out: what needs are now solved, what positions are still on the board before the portal window closes, and which names Buckeye fans should be watching as the final weekend gets chaotic.

Topics include: Ohio State transfer portal news, Buckeyes portal commitments, 2026 roster outlook, defensive line rotation, secondary depth, running back depth chart, kicker upgrade, remaining portal needs, and portal targets to know.

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