Saturday Cadence: Ohio State vs Texas The Biggest Opener in College Football History

August 29, 2025

Ohio State and Texas collide in the biggest Week 1 opener ever. Let’s preview the quarterbacks, key matchups, and betting picks. The stage is set for a historic Week 1 clash as No. 3 Ohio State battles No. 1 Texas in Columbus. It is a rematch of last season’s CFP Cotton Bowl and arguably the biggest opener in college football history. In this episode of Saturday Cadence, Blake Biscardi, David…

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Bunch of Nuts Podcast 8/28: Ohio State vs. Texas Preview

Sep 21, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes safety Sonny Styles (6) lines up on defense during the first quarter against the Marshall Thundering Herd at Ohio Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images / Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
August 28, 2025

Welcome to the newest episode of the Bunch of Nuts Podcast! Please like and subscribe to our YouTube Channel! The long awaited matchup is upon us! No. 1 Texas prepares to face No. 3 Ohio State. We breakdown the strengths and weaknesses of both teams. How can the Buckeyes get first time starting quarterback Julian Sayin going? We also discuss our keys to victory for the Buckeyes. Finally, we wrap…

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Ohio State Football Week 1 History: Buckeyes’ All-Time Record, Ranked Openers, and Texas Showdown

Jan 10, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Carnell Tate (17) runs against Texas Longhorns linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. (0) during the first quarter of the College Football Playoff semifinal in the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images | Tim Heitman-Imagn Images
August 27, 2025

Ohio State football owns a 112-12-4 Week 1 record. Take a look at the Buckeyes’ rare ranked season openers and their 2025 clash vs. Texas. When it comes to college football season openers, few programs match the dominance of the Ohio State Buckeyes. From historic games inside Ohio Stadium to rare heavyweight clashes against ranked opponents, Ohio State has built one of the strongest Week 1 traditions in the sport….

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Ohio State Football: Buckeyes’ Path to Statement in Week 1 Against Texas

Ohio State DL Kenyatta Jackson | Image Credit: The Ohio State University Department of Athletics
August 27, 2025

Ohio State and Texas is the biggest opener in College Football history, so here’s the Buckeyes’ path to a statement Week 1 victory. After officially naming Julian Sayin the starting quarterback, Ryan Day kept his message simple in his press conference: The Buckeyes just need to find a way to win.” That road, however, begins with one of the most difficult season openers in recent college football history. On August…

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Buckeye State of the Union: Ohio State vs. Texas and the 2025 Season Outlook

Caleb Downs returnss to lead Ohio State’s secondary as the Big Ten's preseason Defensive Player of the Year as voted on in the Cleveland.com preseason poll.Icon Sportswire via Getty Images
August 26, 2025

Buckeye State of the Union: Ohio State is set to host No. 1 Texas on Saturday, so let’s evaluate the state of the program for the 2025 season. Welcome to the first Buckeye State of the Union for the 2025 season. As Ohio State gears up for its Week 1 showdown against Texas, there’s plenty to unpack about the defending National Champions and the state of the program under Ryan…

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Saturday Cadence: Week 1 Top 10 Showdowns, CFP Format Changes, and Picks

LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier (13) looks to pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Nicholls State in Baton Rouge, La., Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman) (ASSOCIATED PRESS)
August 24, 2025

Episode 124 previews Week 1’s Top 10 matchups, CFP format changes, and Saturday Seven Picks to open the 2025 season. College football is back, and Saturday Cadence is kicking off the 2025 season with a loaded slate in Episode 124. Blake Biscardi and David Wertheim dive into the storylines that will define opening weekend and set the stage for the revamped College Football Playoff. Biscardi and Wertheim begin with a…

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Saturday Cadence: CFP Bracket & Conference Championship Predictions

Sep 21, 2024; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (5) catches a touchdown pass in the first half against the Louisiana Monroe Warhawks. | Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images
August 20, 2025

Ep. 123: Blake Biscardi predicts the 2025 College Football Playoff bracket and conference championship as we close in on the season. On this episode, join Blake Biscardi, Senior Editor at The Silver Bulletin and creator of the Saturday Cadence podcast, as he breaks down his bold predictions for the 2025 College Football Playoff and conference championship games. Biscardi walks us through his four-tier CFP Contention model, spanning from “High Ceiling,…

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Ohio State Football: Ryan Day Names Julian Sayin Starting Quarterback for Buckeyes

Sep 7, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) throws a pass during the second half of the NCAA football game against the Western Michigan Broncos at Ohio Stadium. | Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK
August 18, 2025

Ryan Day names Julian Sayin starting quarterback after winning battle over Lincoln Kienholz. Ohio State prepares for the showdown against No. 1 Texas on August 30th. Ryan Day has named Julian Sayin the starting quarterback for Ohio State for the 2025 season. Sayin was in a battle with Lincoln Kienholz, who has been in the program for three years. This has been a highly contested battle, according to reports, with…

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Press Conference Notes: Ryan Day Discusses Quarterback Battle, Team Identity, and Texas Opener

Ohio State Head Coach Ryan Day | Image Credit: The Ohio State University Department of Athletics
August 11, 2025

Ryan Day updates Ohio State’s QB battle, team identity, and leadership ahead of the Texas opener, emphasizing fundamentals and depth. The season opener against Texas is just under three weeks away. Ohio State head coach Ryan Day addressed the media Monday to provide updates on the quarterback competition, team development, and overall readiness heading into the stretch run of fall camp. The battle between Julian Sayin and Lincoln Kienholz is…

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Ohio State Football: Inside Look at the Defensive Tackle Depth

Jan 20, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Tywone Malone Jr. (95) against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish during the CFP National Championship college football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
August 5, 2025

The biggest question mark on Ohio State’s football roster is defensive tackle, so let’s take a look at the Buckeyes’ depth. Defensive tackle depth has emerged as one of the biggest storylines and potential concerns surrounding Ohio State’s 2025 roster. While starting talent remains high, the loss of key contributors like Hero Kanu has left the Buckeyes with less proven experience behind their frontline starters. With the rigors of a long…

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