Join Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr in this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast as they dive into the highly anticipated Ohio State season opener against Akron. They discuss the build-up to the game, what to expect from the Akron team loaded with Power Five transfers, and the performance expectations for Ohio State’s quarterback Will Howard.
The episode covers potential offensive and defensive strategies, special teams, and provides score predictions for the game. Don’t miss out on detailed insights about key players to watch and an analysis of both teams’ strengths and weaknesses.
The Rundown
00:00 Introduction and Excitement for the Season Opener
01:11 Akron Team Analysis and Key Players
04:11 Ohio State’s Strategy and Expectations
04:22 Will Howard’s Debut and Performance Goals
12:41 Offensive and Defensive Line Insights
15:12 Defensive Expectations Against Akron
23:17 Special Teams and Final Predictions
25:21 Conclusion and Post-Game Coverage
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