No. 4 Ohio State faces No. 5 Indiana in a massive Big Ten football showdown Saturday, and the Buckeyes defense has one major challenge: stopping Hoosiers quarterback Josh Hoover!

The former TCU quarterback has thrown 17 touchdown passes without a single interception this season.

Can Ohio State cornerback Jermaine Mathews Jr. change that?

On today's Buckeyes Blitz, Jeff "Tito" Thitoff breaks down Ohio State's defensive game plan, the importance of forcing turnovers, and Ryan Day's comments about Mathews ahead of Saturday's showdown in Bloomington.

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🚨 MARVIN HARRISON JR. HAS BEEN TRADED! THE OHIO STATE REUNION IS OFFICIALLY HAPPENING!

Former Ohio State Buckeyes superstar Marvin Harrison Jr. is headed to the Houston Texans, where he'll reunite with his former college quarterback, C.J. Stroud!

But did the Pittsburgh Steelers miss a golden opportunity to upgrade their receiving corps?

On this edition of Buckeyes Daily Blitz, Jeff "Tito" Thitoff breaks down the blockbuster NFL trade, the Steelers' playoff outlook, and why Harrison could become a dangerous weapon alongside Stroud in Houston.

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🔥 OHIO STATE DOMINATES MARYLAND 45-16! BUT ARE THE BUCKEYES READY FOR INDIANA?

The Ohio State Buckeyes improved to 5-1 with a convincing 45-16 victory over Maryland, but head coach Ryan Day knows there's still plenty to improve before one of the biggest games on the college football schedule.

On today's Buckeyes Daily Blitz, host Jeff "Tito" Thitoff breaks down Ohio State's dominant performance against Maryland, the positives and negatives from the victory, Ryan Day's assessment of his team, and the enormous upcoming showdown against the Indiana Hoosiers.

With Ohio State traveling to Bloomington to face No. 5 Indiana, the stakes couldn't be much higher!

Can the Buckeyes clean up their mistakes and deliver another championship-caliber performance?

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🔥 OHIO STATE ROLLS MARYLAND, 45-16!

The Buckeyes controlled the Terrapins, piling up 449 total yards while allowing just 146.

Ohio State dominated the ground game with 207 rushing yards and controlled possession for more than 34 minutes.

But despite the lopsided final score, there were still areas that need improvement.

🔥 JULIAN SAYIN THROWS FOUR TOUCHDOWNS!

Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin completed 13 of 21 passes for 242 yards and four touchdowns.

Sayin helped the Buckeyes establish an explosive passing attack that Maryland struggled to contain.

But one interception and inconsistent offensive execution provide additional areas for improvement.

🔥 BO JACKSON POWERS THE BUCKEYES!

Running back Bo Jackson delivered 107 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 23 carries.

Ohio State established control on the ground while wearing down Maryland's defense.

Can the Buckeyes continue running effectively against Indiana?

🔥 JEREMIAH SMITH CONTINUES TO DELIVER!

Star receiver Jeremiah Smith caught four passes for 93 yards and two touchdowns.

Smith remains one of college football's most dangerous offensive weapons.

His ability to create explosive plays could become particularly important against Indiana.

🔥 RYAN DAY EVALUATES OHIO STATE'S SPECIAL TEAMS!

Ryan Day discussed Ohio State's kickoff-return execution, overall effort and the importance of avoiding unnecessary penalties.

The Buckeyes showed improvement in their approach and focus, but Day acknowledged that the team still has work ahead.

Can Ohio State eliminate the mistakes that could prove costly against stronger competition?

🔥 OHIO STATE VS. INDIANA — MASSIVE BIG TEN SHOWDOWN!

The Buckeyes travel to Bloomington for one of the most anticipated games of the 2026 college football season.

No. 4 Ohio State faces No. 5 Indiana in a matchup featuring the two most recent College Football Playoff national champions.

Indiana is coming off a narrow 20-17 victory over Nebraska.

With major Big Ten championship and College Football Playoff implications, this could be the biggest football game ever played in Bloomington.

Is Ohio State ready for the Hoosiers?

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