Ohio State vs. USC TSB Staff Picks: Buckeyes and Trojans Collide in Big Ten Showdown

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October 30, 2026

The Silver Bulletin staff predicts Ohio State vs. USC, including score picks and analysis ahead of Saturday’s Big Ten showdown. Ohio State travels to Los Angeles for a primetime matchup against USC with plenty on the line for both programs. The Buckeyes are navigating life without Julian Sayin, while Lincoln Riley’s Trojans are looking to rebound and keep their College Football Playoff hopes alive. The spread opened as Ohio State…

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Bunch of Nuts Podcast 10/30: Buckeyes and Trojans Meet for Spooky Showdown in LA

Teammates celebrate a touchdown by Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Mason Williams (86) during the NCAA football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 10, 2026. Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch
October 30, 2026

Please like and subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Ohio State is set to face USC on Halloween! Is Jayden Maiava the best quarterback the Buckeyes will see this season? Does Luke Fahey or Tavien St. Clair get the nod at quarterback this week? Is Devin Sanchez primed for a breakout game against USC’s potent passing attack? We preview the big game against the Trojans and where the Buckeyes can take…

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Luke Fahey vs. Tavien St. Clair: Who Will Start for Ohio State Against USC?

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October 27, 2026

Ryan Day weighs Luke Fahey and Tavien St. Clair for Ohio State’s starting QB job as the Buckeyes prepare to face USC on Saturday. Ohio State’s quarterback situation is the biggest question facing the Buckeyes as they prepare to travel to Los Angeles for Saturday’s matchup with USC. Julian Sayin remains out indefinitely with a throwing-arm injury, leaving true freshman Luke Fahey and sophomore Tavien St. Clair competing for the…

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Ohio State Football Predictions: TSB Staff Picks for the Buckeyes’ Final Regular-Season Record in 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Luke Fahey (13) lines up behind offensive lineman Luke Montgomery (51) and offensive lineman Ian Moore (69) during the NCAA football game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium Stadium in Bloomington, Ind. on Oct. 17, 2026. Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch
October 23, 2026

The Silver Bulletin staff predicts Ohio State football’s record for the rest of the regular season as the Buckeyes navigate life without Julian Sayin and a challenging schedule. Ohio State’s regular-season finish looks much different than it did a week ago. With Julian Sayin out indefinitely, the Buckeyes enter the final stretch with questions at quarterback, offensive adjustments to make, and little room for error as they pursue their championship…

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Bunch of Nuts Podcast 10/23: Indiana Recap Featuring Trent From The Hotseat

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October 23, 2026

Please like and subscribe to our YouTube Channel! On this episode we welcome Trent from The Hotseat College Football Show! We recap the entire Indiana game. Is Devin Sanchez being unfairly criticized? How bad was the officiating? Why is Ohio State insistent on using tight ends near the goal line? We also discuss the future of Julian Sayin. Finally, we wrap up discussing the QB controversy in Columbus between Luke…

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Ohio State Football Bye Week Recap: Catch Up on All the Latest From The Silver Bulletin

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day talks to Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Julian Sayin (10) during the NCAA football game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium Stadium in Bloomington, Ind. on Oct. 17, 2026. Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch
October 22, 2026

Catch up on The Silver Bulletin’s Ohio State football bye week coverage, including Julian Sayin’s injury, the Luke Fahey vs. Tavien St. Clair QB battle, offensive adjustments, and Buckeye Cadence episodes. Ohio State is using its bye week to prepare for life without Julian Sayin, evaluate its quarterback competition, and address the challenges facing the Buckeyes down the stretch. Here’s everything you need to catch up on during the bye…

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What Ohio State’s Run Game Needs to Look Like Without Ja’Kobi Jackson and a Backup Quarterback

Ohio State running back Bo Jackson (#25) is lifted in celebration after scoring against Indiana on Oct. 17, 2026, at Memorial Stadium, in Bloomington, Ind. (Photo/Josh Herd)
October 22, 2026

With Ja’Kobi Jackson out and a backup quarterback leading the way, Ohio State’s run game has become even more important. The Buckeyes survived for a pivotal win against Indiana. However, the celebrations were short-lived after the Bloomington win, as key injuries began to mount. The biggest blow is the loss of Julian Sayin, who could miss the rest of the season. “Due to the nature of his injury…we’re putting together…

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Arthur Smith Explains How Ohio State Will Adapt Its Offense Without Julian Sayin

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October 21, 2026

Arthur Smith explains how Ohio State will adapt its offense without Julian Sayin, including the quarterback competition, running game, and USC matchup. COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State will not ask Luke Fahey or Tavien St. Clair to become Julian Sayin. Offensive coordinator Arthur Smith made that clear Tuesday as the Buckeyes began preparing to play the remainder of the season without their starting quarterback. Smith’s approach is to identify what…

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Ohio State Football Game 1 Preview: Buckeyes Host Ball State in Season Opener

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September 4, 2026

The Ohio State football team kicks off its 2026 season at home against the Ball State Cardinals. Let’s preview the matchup on Saturday. Tomorrow, the Ohio State Buckeyes will open their 2026 season by taking on the Cardinals of Ball State. One of two MAC opponents early in the year, Ball State will serve as an important preparation game for a top-ten matchup in Austin, Texas next week. With that…

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Bunch of Nuts Podcast 9/3: Ohio State vs Ball State Preview

September 3, 2026

Please like and subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Ohio State is set to open the season against Ball State! Dan and Cass preview the first game of the year! Will the Buckeyes push the tempo in the first game or save it for Texas? Where can Ball State find success in a game they are heavily outmatched? We give our thoughts on Ball State’s electric quarterback Keldric Luster and highlight…

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