FEARLESS: Ohio State Is Embracing One of College Football's Toughest Schedules

Ohio State Buckeyes face one of their toughest football schedules in years, but Ryan Day’s squad isn’t backing down—they’re fired up to prove why they belong among college football’s elite. Can stars like Kenyatta Jackson Jr. rise to the challenge and set the tone from week one? Jay Stephens breaks down the Buckeyes’ demanding lineup, including road battles at Texas, Iowa, and USC, plus home clashes with Oregon and the Michigan Wolverines. Insights include Ryan Day’s aggressive camp plans, the timeline for settling the offensive line, early season keys, and what valuable lessons young talents like Jeremiah Smith, Julian Sayin, and Jaylen McClain can learn from high-stakes matchups. Will Ohio State’s physical preparation and strategic roster moves pay off by December’s Big Ten title game? Dive into the critical decisions and storylines shaping the Buckeyes’ quest for championship glory. Photo credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   KALSHI For a limited time, Download the Kalshi app and use code [LOCKEDON] to get up to $500 in bonus credits when you trade $25.   The Game Don't miss this chance to celebrate 40 years of The Game with 40% off your entire order. Visit https://TheGameCaps.com and use promo code LOCKEDONat checkout.   Wayfair Patio season is here and these deals won’t last! Head to https://wayfair.com right now to get your outdoor space ready for way less.  Wayfair. Every style. Every home.  Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast   Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COMto play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season.  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.