An Open Letter to Ohio State
I should start by introducing myself as a stakeholder, enthusiast - and most importantly - a donor - just so we get off on the right foot. People generally don't read anymore, so holding your attention...
View ArticleSafety Jayme Thompson Granted Ohio State Release, Will Visit Kentucky
Redshirt freshman safety Jayme Thompson will transfer from Ohio State, Eleven Warriors has confirmed. The story was first reported by BuckeyeGrove.com. "I just needed a change of scenery," Thompson...
View ArticleSlamacolypse, Volume One, Starring Sam Thompson
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ryRFamgemj0 Here's Sam Thompson getting sub-orbital for two minutes. Enjoy.[Produced by Kade Jetland]
View ArticleAround the Oval on Wednesday, April 16th
The dominating spring continues for Ohio State's non-revenue sports. While the spring game stole most of the headlines this weekend, several Buckeye teams have quietly emerged as the best in the...
View ArticleEleven Dubcast: The 2014 Spring Game in Review
Spring football is over at Ohio State and the off-season is officially upon us. They say absence makes the heart grow fonder and from now until August, we'll be growing pretty darn fond of our beloved...
View ArticleThursday Skull Session
Jackets let the Penguins off the hook last night, but it sure was nice of them to give the Penguins a gentleman's spot — makes it fairer going forward. Also, the rumors are true: Playoff hockey is...
View ArticleOffensive Line Finding its Footing After Uneven Spring
After Ohio State eked out a 14-point victory over UAB in 2012, Urban Meyer put on a happy face for his team, the fans and media. But it was all a façade. In reality, Meyer knew there were issues. “I...
View ArticleBetter Know A Buckeye: Jalyn Holmes
The tenth installment of this sixth edition of the Better Know a Buckeye series continues with one of the marquee names in a recruiting class big on quality but light on name recognition. Jalyn...
View ArticleLegendary Circle Drills: Buckeye Greats Line Up in the Battles We'd Like to See
One of the best features of the annual Ohio State Spring Game since Urban Meyer became head coach is the “circle drill,” which takes place at midfield prior to the game. The basic idea is that two...
View ArticleMeyer Digs at Brady Hoke in Canton Speech
It's been the offseason of poking and prodding Michigan so far. Ed Warinner already had his well-publicized joke regarding the Rose Bowl and coloring books. Speaking at the Pro Football Hall of Fame...
View ArticleFilm Study: Reviewing the 2014 Ohio State Spring Game
With inexperienced quarterbacks and pieced-together offensive lines, the 2014 Ohio State spring game won't be showing up on ESPN Classic anytime soon. But while Braxton Miller, Doran Grant and many...
View ArticleOhio State Basketball Recruiting Notebook: 4-17
The additions of Anthony Lee and Trevor Thompson added to Ohio State's frontcourt depth, but they're still lacking the "stretch four" that has been a staple in Thad Matta's offense. LaQuinton Ross'...
View ArticleFriday Skull Session
Yes, I agree, @JackalopeGuy. Why did Columbus demolish this magnificent building? ... Those quick hits: Urban Meyer took some shots at Brady Hoke and Kirk Herbstreit. Michael Citro's thought...
View ArticleIn Introduction to College Football, Curtis Samuel Blossoms
Urban Meyer’s searched far and wide for his ideal hybrid, stretch-the-field offensive threat. The explorations started in Columbus with few leads. Finally, in Brooklyn, N.Y. of all places, Meyer...
View Article#AskEmmert Hashtag Blows Up in Mark Emmert's Face
For whatever reason, NCAA president Mark Emmert today appeared on ESPN's Mike and Mike radio show. (Where, in typical Emmert fashion, he said a bunch of crass things.) Even more baffling, however: The...
View ArticleVideo: Classic Newsreel Footage of Ohio State's 1960 NCAA Tournament...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0UOecdQatQ British Pathé, one of the leading producers of newsreels during the 20th century, bestowed an amazing gift on the internet, when it uploaded over 85,000...
View ArticleThe Death of Coach Speak In Columbus
I remember it like it was yesterday: the moment I heard coach speak’s death knell in Columbus. It was an April afternoon back in 2012. Head Coach Urban Meyer had just finished one of his first spring...
View ArticleThe Cost of Doing Nothing
I really like sports. Yay sports! Specifically, Ohio State sports. Yay Ohio State sports! Here's what I like even more than that: justice for the people that deserve it. The New York Times recently...
View ArticleImportant Visitors Highlight Recruiting Weekend
Meyer and company's method for recruiting has made virtually every weekend an important one for recruiting. Rather than having designated junior days, the staff attempts to host a few prospects every...
View ArticleOhio State Makes Addition of Trevor Thompson Official
Nearly a week after Trevor Thompson committed to Ohio State on a visit, he's officially a part of the team. Ohio State announced the 6-11 center, who played as a freshman for Virginia Tech last...
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