Austin & Birm

The Beat: Three thoughts as Ohio State looks for ways to win after Julian Sayin injury

Austin & Birm

Show Notes

It's a Three Thoughts Thursday on The Beat with The Austin & Birm Show and the guys are giving their takes on what Ohio State will need to do to reach its goals now that Julian Sayin is out for the remained of the Buckeyes regular season ... at least.

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