Episode Details

Opening & General Updates

• Show intro: Monday 7 PM EST, presented by FanDuel.
• Plug for vocfb.com (articles & updates) and channel engagement (like/share/subscribe).
• Host recap: Good weekend snowboarding & celebrating with friends/family.

• Matt Patricia quotes & analysis:
  • Loved the 2025 game-day atmosphere (especially vs. Texas).
  • Excited about developing young players again in 2026.
  • Emphasis on building a fundamentally sound defense.
• Gaddy's strong take: Patricia is not leaving for the NFL — sounds invested in player development, comfortable at Ohio State, contract/extension signals commitment.
• Realistic expectations for 2026 defense:
  • Not expecting another top-3/5 unit (unrealistic after heavy turnover).
  • Tempered outlook → top-15 at worst, likely top-20.
  • Key growth needed from: Edric Houston, Jermaine Matthews Jr., Devin Sanchez, Zion Grady, Epi Sinatelli.
• Historical scoring defense context (last few seasons):
  • 2023: Very strong (low points allowed, excellent vs. pass).
  • 2024: Slightly more points allowed.
  • 2025: Strong again (130 points allowed all season).
• Bottom line: Defense should remain very good under Patricia + returning coaches/players — no reason to panic.

1. Jimmy Callis (OT, Central Catholic, Pittsburgh, PA)
   • 6'6" / 280 lbs, 4-star, #24 OT nationally.
   • Final schools: LSU, Ohio State, Georgia, Texas, Clemson, Miami.
   • Physical, violent blocker — big priority for Tyler Bowen.
2. Taylin Mayo (CB, Louisville HS, Texas)
   • 6'3½" / 185 lbs, 4-star, #12 CB nationally.
   • Final 5: LSU, Ohio State, Oklahoma, Texas, Texas A&M.
   • Elite length + speed (23.59 200m freshman year) — huge upside if skills refined.
3. Rashad Streets (EDGE, Millbrook HS, Raleigh, NC)
   • 6'4" / 230 lbs, 5-star, #8 EDGE nationally.
   • Final 6: Oregon, Ohio State, FSU, NC State, South Carolina, Alabama.
   • Explosive, powerful, great body control — dominant high-school production.
4. Monsoon Sells (WR, Lawrence North, Indianapolis, IN)
   • 6'5" / 195 lbs, 5-star, #2 WR / #9 overall nationally.
   • Final 4: Miami, Alabama, Indiana, Ohio State.
   • Tough battle — Indiana's rise (Kurt Cignetti, NIL, in-state factor) makes it very competitive.