The Ohio State Buckeyes enter fall camp ranked No. 1 in the Coaches Poll—but Jeff “Tito” Thitoff explains why Ryan Day’s team won’t have any room for error during a loaded 2026 schedule.

On this episode of the Buckeyes Daily Blitz, Tito breaks down Ohio State’s matchups against Oregon, Texas, Indiana, USC, Iowa and Michigan. Could a three-loss Buckeyes team still reach the College Football Playoff after surviving that gauntlet?

Plus, Ryan Day discusses Jeremiah Smith’s growing legacy, the pressure on Ohio State’s rebuilt defense, Matt Patricia and Arthur Smith’s impact, Cortez Hankton replacing Brian Hartline and the latest eligibility questions surrounding receiver commit Jamier Brown.

Tito also dives into Ohio State basketball’s dominant Puerto Rico exhibition tour, the Buckeyes’ improved depth and Jake Diebler’s new-look offense.

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The Big Ten isn’t hiding its confidence anymore—and Tito is here for every shot fired.

On this edition of Buckeyes Daily Blitz, Tito reacts to the conference flexing on the SEC after winning three straight national championships. He also calls out Indiana’s embarrassingly soft nonconference schedule and examines whether Ohio State’s road trip to USC could become the Buckeyes’ biggest trap game of 2026.

Plus, the pressure is building on Lincoln Riley, Luke Fickell and Matt Rhule. How many seven- or eight-win seasons should Nebraska tolerate before taking another swing? Tito also delivers the latest on Ohio State basketball’s Puerto Rico trip and upcoming exhibitions against Butler and Cincinnati.

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Jeremiah Smith is entering what could be his final season at Ohio State, and the Buckeyes superstar is embracing a bigger leadership role while chasing another national championship.

On this episode of The Buckeyes Daily Blitz, Jeff “Tito” Thitoff breaks down Ryan Day’s comments from Big Ten Media Days, including Smith’s growth as a leader, his decision to reject a reported $10 million transfer offer and his praise for quarterback Julian Sayin’s toughness.

Tito also examines explosive freshman Legend Bey, Ohio State’s loaded running back and wide receiver rooms, Arthur Smith’s arrival as offensive coordinator and the changes needed after the Buckeyes’ offense struggled in critical situations last season.

Plus, Ryan Day addresses a brutal 2026 schedule featuring Texas, Indiana, USC, Oregon, Iowa, Nebraska and Michigan. Can that gauntlet toughen Ohio State for another national championship run?

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