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Ohio State Buckeyes face a critical point guard crisis as Milan Momcilovic transfers to Kentucky, threatening their projected eighth-place Big Ten finish. Despite the roster turmoil, a new JPMorganChase jersey patch deal brings nearly $17 million annually to the athletic program. Governor Doug DeWine’s executive order regarding 2022 athletes adds complexity to the roster construction.

Hosts Carly and Doug analyze the impact of Milan Momcilovic’s departure on backcourt stability and offensive execution. They discuss how the JPMorganChase partnership affects long-term recruiting versus immediate on-court needs. The episode also covers the implications of the executive order for eligible players and contrasts Ohio State’s instability with Michigan’s Denzel Aberdeen return.

Key topics include the point guard crisis, rim protection concerns, the financial benefits of the JPMorganChase deal, and the realistic outlook for a ten-win season. The hosts evaluate whether financial resources can offset tactical deficiencies and predict Ohio State’s standing in the competitive Big Ten landscape.

In this episode: The Crisis and The Cash · Roster Battles and Depth · Hypotheticals and Lightning Round.

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Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/cbb/osu/2026-10-17/transcript.html

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