Episode Details

Here are concise episode notes for the Ohio State Call-in Show #65 titled "Fans Worried About Buckeye Schedule?" (hosted by Garrison & Cleveland Mike on the Voice of College Football network).Opening & Personal Catch-up (0:00–2:10)

• Show intro: Live from FanDuel / Voice of College Football.
• Hosts welcome viewers, promote like/subscribe, website (vocfb.com), and writers.
• Garrison welcomes back co-host Cleveland Mike after his absence (dance dad duties during playoff season).
• Mike shares update: Daughter's first solo dance performance went well (placed 1st/2nd in category); she stayed composed and finished strong.

• Heavy fan discussion about Riley Pettyjohn (true freshman starter-level reps last year) vs. incoming Allegro (from Wisconsin).
• Both hosts strongly prefer Riley Pettyjohn starting over Allegro.
  • Allegro viewed as better suited for backup EDGE (limited coverage / linebacker play at Wisconsin).
  • Pettyjohn described as a "heat seeker" who showed college-ready traits as a freshman.
• Praise for James Laurinaitis' development of the LB group (T.J. Alford, Peyton Pierce, Sincere Johnson, Eli Lee, Garrett Stover).
• Mental readiness emphasized over pure talent; criticism of past schemes (e.g., Jim Knowles' complexity leading to miscommunications / explosives allowed).

• Depth chart sparks debate: Jeremiah Smith WR1, Chris Henry listed high (hosts skeptical he'll start immediately).
• Transfer additions (Kyle Parker, Devin McEwen, others) vs. departed players (Quincy Porter, Mylon Graham, etc.).
• Mixed views: Some see current room as stronger due to new talent; others argue developmental continuity was lost.
• Long discussion on NIL / portal dynamics:
  • Disagreement over whether Quincy Porter deserved a raise after limited production + injury.
  • Comparison to offensive linemen who reportedly got raises despite regression.
  • Ryan Day running program "like the NFL" — rewarding proven production over pure potential.
• Underrated / sleeper mentions: Desi Jones (speedy slot prospect), Kyle Parker (likely more snaps than Brandon Inniss?).

• Concerns about positioning: Ian Moore (heavily praised by teammates) at RT instead of LT; Carter Lowe at RT.
• Suggestion: Move Carson Hinzman back to guard, start Josh Padilla at center, let tackles battle openly.
• Depth looks strong (Sam Greer, Deontay Armstrong, Phillip Daniels, Gabe VanSickle, etc.).
• Frustration with perceived favoritism toward veterans.