Game week has arrived for Buckeyes | Crazy hot takes, predictions

When Ohio State returns to action next Saturday at USC, will we see both Luke Fahey and Tavien St. Clair play when the game is still on the line? Or will it just be Fahey's show? Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle debate that on today's show, plus: OSU's defense under "The Pencil" aka defensive coordinator Matt Patricia sure has turned into a formidable unit. Can they carry the Buckeyes down the stretch if needed? And what will running back recruit Jordan Hall decide when he makes his announcement on Saturday? That and much more is coming your way on the Friday 5ish. (2:00) - Intro/Indiana at Michigan talk (7:50) - Jordan Hall vibes (9:38) - The Great OSU QB Debate (21:09) - The Pencil drawing up a great Buckeye defense (26:22) - USC at Wisconsin Saturday night (30:55) - Best Bets 31:01 - How good is the Maryland job? (38:53) - Dave's parting thoughts

Yeah, it's a bye for Ohio State. But this program is buzzing with activity and this show captures those vibes. Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter are back. We needed a full crew for a show packed with so much quality infotainment. This is Mark's first appearance since the win over Indiana so we get his opinion on Ohio State's quarterback situation. Garrick spoke with Luke Fahey's quarterback trainer and shares insight gleaned from the Californian. Not enough? Running back Jordan Hall is set to make a decision between Ohio State and Penn State. Does Garrick expect the Princeton High star to remain in state? More? OK. Ohio State's coaches are on the recruiting trail during the bye week. We check their itinerary to see who is moving the meter. Then it's Mark weekly 'Buck-Eye In The Sky' breakdown of the Indiana film. Now that's a show. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! (0:45) Intro (3:02) Mark weighs in Ohio State QB puzzle (9:37) Luke Fahey’s trainer expects success (23:42) Will Jordan Hall pick the Buckeyes or Nittany Lions? (37:40) Who is on Ohio State’s bye week visit list? (43:48) Mark’s film breakdown of Indiana win (53:04) Exclusive podcast promo: 60% off premium access

Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin is out "indefinitely" as head coach Ryan Day told the media after practice on Tuesday. How does this change the expectations for the Buckeyes this season? Or do they not change at all? Dave Biddle and Patrick Murphy discuss that and much more on the Wednesday 5ish. (1:30) - Intro (2:15) - Sayin out for season? (4:50) - Day was heavy on coachspeak Tuesday night (10:53) - How does this change expectations for OSU? (12:47) - USC's defense is bad (16:52) - OSU O-line chatter (20:48) - Siereveld back for USC? (21:26) - Buckeyes' defense stepping up (26:09) - Dom Kelly MIA (31:31) - Ja'Kobi Jackson out 4-8 weeks

Ohio State has a bye week and is it welcomed or what? Julian Sayin's injury will keep him for at least a few weeks. Luke Fahey replaced Sayin in Bloomington. What does that mean for Fahey and fellow QB Tavien St. Clair? Garrick Hodge joins to dive deep on Ohio State's current events (see: quarterback). We also speculate on recruiting implications, how it might fuel Ohio State's transfer portal approach and more. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! (1:22) Welcome to the show (6:18) Garrick’s view from Indiana sideline on Saturday (10:30) How will Buckeyes handle QB the rest of the season? (36:50) How will Julian Sayin’s injury affect recruiting? (54:54) Get 60% off Bucknuts premium membership!

Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin will miss "several weeks" and possibly more following his injury during the win at Indiana on Saturday. The Buckeyes will now turn to freshman Luke Fahey, and he has two weeks to get ready for the contest at USC. What can Buckeye fans expect from Fahey? Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin discuss that and much more on the Monday 5ish. (1:40) - Intro (5:02) - Scouting report on Luke Fahey (10:15) - Ryan Day presser after practice Tuesday (12:00) - Julian Sayin discussion (19:54) - Buckeyes' OL disappointing (21:53) - The officials were bad in Bloomington (33:55) - Is there a great team in college football this year? (37:52) - Timmons best OSU frosh DB since ...? (48:04) - Heisman impact for Jeremiah Smith