Episode Details

Episode Overview

• Host: Garrison Gaddy
• Date referenced: Thursday night (February 5, 2026)
• Format: Solo monologue + live chat reactions + brief caller shoutouts
• Main topic: Fun pre-spring exercise → Top 10 Ohio State players heading into 2026
• Other notes: Promotion of VOCFB network, website (bocfb.com), shop, FanDuel sponsorship, betting content plugs, and light banter/shoutouts (Steve, Don, Block, Daniel Henry, Jam, Pete from Buckeye Battlecry, etc.)

1. Jeremiah Smith (WR)
   • Unanimous #1. Best player in college football since high school.
   • Last year in Columbus → ceiling still not reached.
   • Needs to improve vs. zone coverage (compares to Marvin Harrison Jr. & Jaxon Smith-Njigba).
   • "Somber but exciting" final season.
2. Julian Sayin (QB)
   • Redshirt freshman starter in 2025 → exceeded expectations (30+ TDs, <10 INTs, broke Joe Burrow's completion % record).
   • All-Big Ten / All-American level.
   • Huge Year 2 leap expected; "insane" potential.
3. Austin Siereveld (OL – primarily LT in 2025)
   • Massive jump from 2024 struggles → "damn good" in 2025.
   • Low pressures/sacks allowed after emergency move to LT.
   • Could move back inside; another leap expected.
4. Luke Montgomery (OL – G)
   • Underrated nationally.
   • Excellent in 2025 (especially playoffs), "pancake connoisseur."
   • High character + well-spoken.
5. Bo Jackson (RB)
   • Clear gap over other 2025 backs (James Peoples, CJ Donaldson, Isaiah West).
   • Most important offensive skill player behind Jeremiah as true freshman.
   • Potential best RB in Big Ten conversation.
6. Kenyatta Jackson Jr. (EDGE/DE)
   • Breakout 2025 (All-Big Ten level).
   • Strong run defender; pass-rush ceiling still untapped.
   • 8–10 sacks projected as success.
7. Jalen McClain (S)
   • Top-10 safety nationally in 2025.
   • Elite closing speed, tackling, angles.
   • Potential breakout/draft year.
8. Earl Little Jr. (S/Nickel – transfer from FSU)
   • High-upside addition (33 solos, 4 INTs, 2 FF in 2025 at FSU).
   • Versatile (safety/nickel).
   • Immediate upgrade over previous options.
9. Zion G