THE SCRIPT: A Podcast on THE Ohio State Buckeyes

THE Ohio State Buckeyes begin a new chapter Saturday in Los Angeles, facing USC without star quarterback Julian Sayin. Can Luke Fahey step in and lead the Buckeyes in his first start? With Fahey returning to his home state for a high-profile game, Dave Holmes, Cardale Jones and Beanie Wells discuss whether the homecoming will fuel him—or add pressure—and whether Ohio State should give Tavien St. Clair a chance, too. Plus, Ryan Day has shared Cardale Jones’ Ohio State story with the team—but how many current Buckeyes know who Cardale and Beanie Wells are? The show also pays its respects to Ohio State legend Nick Mangold and takes a look around the Big Ten, including Indiana, Wisconsin, Michigan and Iowa. The crew discusses who’s on the hot seat, whether someone can win at the University of Maryland, and the red-hot Cleveland Browns and Deshaun Watson. Subscribe to *The Script* for Ohio State football news, game previews and analysis with Dave Holmes, Cardale Jones and Beanie Wells. Presented by Dr Pepper. #OhioState #Buckeyes #USC #BigTen #CollegeFootball #LukeFahey #JulianSayin #CardaleJones #BeanieWells #ClevelandBrowns00:00 Ohio State at USC: Can the Buckeyes win on the road? 05:05 Without Julian Sayin: Fahey, St. Clair and the QB plan 14:36 Luke Fahey’s California homecoming 15:46 The blueprint for beating USC 20:03 Do today’s Buckeyes know Cardale Jones and Beanie Wells? 31:42 Remembering Ohio State legend Nick Mangold 32:31 Indiana and Michigan: Breaking down the Big Ten matchup 37:44 Wisconsin vs. Iowa: A physical Big Ten showdown 47:06 Who’s on the hot seat—and can anyone win at Maryland? 54:09 The red-hot Cleveland Browns and Deshaun Watson Thank you to our sponsors: Dr Pepper - It's a Pepper Thing! BUCKEYE BASEMENT SOLUTIONS: https://buckeyebasementsolutions.com/ If you live in Central Ohio and want to keep your basement dry and your foundation strong, call Buckeye Basement Solutions today at (614) 956-4592 or visit BuckeyeBasementSolutions.com KEMBA Credit Union Get your exclusive offer at kemba.org/TheScript New episodes of THE SCRIPT drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all pod platforms. Also, make sure you’re locked in on social media @TheScriptOSU on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and engaging with the guys and Buckeye Nation. Instagram 👉 / thescriptosu Twitter 👉 https://x.com/TheScriptOSU TikTok 👉 / thescriptosu Facebook 👉 https://www.facebook.com/thescriptosu/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeremiah Smith had a "quiet" day in Ohio State football's 45-16 win over Maryland — 4 catches, 93 yards, 2 touchdowns — and still took over the game. On this episode of THE SCRIPT, Cardale Jones, Beanie Wells and Dave Holmes break down why the Buckeyes wide receiver is the most dangerous playmaker in college football and a legit Heisman Trophy frontrunner. Ohio State beat Maryland to stay unbeaten, but 8 penalties and 2 turnovers made it sloppy. That won't fly this week in Bloomington. Ohio State heads on the road for a massive Big Ten showdown with Indiana, a rematch of last season's loss with huge College Football Playoff implications on the line. The guys break down Ohio State's defense, why the pass rush has to pressure Indiana QB Josh Hoover into turnovers, and how the Buckeyes have to win the line of scrimmage and the turnover battle. With Indiana set to bracket Jeremiah Smith in coverage, Ohio State will need the run game and a WR2 to step up. Can the Buckeyes clean up the penalties, control the trenches, and leave Bloomington with a statement road win? Plus, the guys react to Marvin Harrison being traded to Houston to reunite with CJ Stroud. Subscribe to THE SCRIPT for Ohio State Buckeyes football news, reactions, previews and insider analysis from Cardale Jones, Beanie Wells and Dave Holmes every week. #OhioStateFootball #GoBucks #BigTenFootball #indianahoosiers 00:00 Ohio State vs. Maryland: Jeremiah Smith’s Heisman case 02:37 Sloppy play, penalties and the running back rotation 07:47 Can Ohio State’s defense be trusted against Indiana? 10:32 Indiana matchup preview and the pressure of a close game 22:12 Ohio State’s offensive plan: Smith, the supporting cast and keys to the win 27:21 Oregon’s playoff stakes and the Buckeyes’ upcoming schedule 31:48 Penn State at Michigan and UCLA’s outlook 35:55 Notre Dame at BYU preview 43:14 Marvin Harrison Jr.’s trade and Jake Butt’s Michigan title comments 47:45 Ohio State’s outdoor basketball exhibition Thank you to our sponsors: Dr Pepper - It's a Pepper Thing! BUCKEYE BASEMENT SOLUTIONS: https://buckeyebasementsolutions.com/ If you live in Central Ohio and want to keep your basement dry and your foundation strong, call Buckeye Basement Solutions today at (614) 956-4592 or visit BuckeyeBasementSolutions.com KEMBA Credit Union Get your exclusive offer at kemba.org/TheScript New episodes of THE SCRIPT drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all pod platforms. Also, make sure you’re locked in on social media @TheScriptOSU on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and engaging with the guys and Buckeye Nation. Instagram 👉 / thescriptosu Twitter 👉 https://x.com/TheScriptOSU TikTok 👉 / thescriptosu Facebook 👉 https://www.facebook.com/thescriptosu/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State is coming off a 42-19 win over Illinois behind a record-setting day from Jeremiah Smith — 12 catches, 217 yards and four touchdowns, one of the greatest performances in Ohio State football history. On this episode of THE SCRIPT, Cardale Jones, Beanie Wells and Dave Holmes break down Smith's historic game and debate where he already ranks among the all-time great Ohio State receivers. But there's no time to celebrate. No. 5 Ohio State hits the road to face unbeaten No. 14 Iowa in a massive Big Ten showdown at Kinnick Stadium. Can the Buckeyes handle Iowa's physical style, elite defense and hostile environment? The guys preview Ohio State vs Iowa, including why Ohio State can't afford a slow start, winning the line of scrimmage, and what Julian Sayin, Jeremiah Smith and the Buckeye defense must do to leave Iowa City with a win. Plus: Iowa's win over Michigan, Oregon and Dante Moore, UCLA's turnaround, top matchups around college football, and former Buckeyes making an impact in the NFL. 0:00 Ohio State beats Illinois 3:15 Jeremiah Smith’s record-breaking day 9:10 Is Jeremiah Smith already Ohio State’s best WR ever? 11:55 Jeremiah Smith’s Heisman Trophy case 14:40 Buckeyes need more from the running game 17:30 Ohio State’s defensive concerns after Illinois 19:58 Ohio State vs. Iowa preview — should Buckeye fans worry? 23:45 How Ohio State can attack Iowa’s elite defense 29:13 Big Ten parity, Wisconsin upsets Penn State 30:46 Oregon beats USC — Dante Moore injury and NFL future 35:23 UCLA’s rise and Nico Iamaleava’s comeback story 37:52 Colin Simmons’ wild celebration and penalty debate 44:06 Cleveland Browns, Deshaun Watson and whether they’re for real 45:29 Former Buckeyes making an immediate NFL impact 46:44 Dylan Stewart suspended after sideline incident 47:45 The wild Bear Bachmeier story SUBSCRIBE for new episodes every week. Like, comment and turn on notifications — Go Bucks! #OhioStateFootball #JeremiahSmith #GoBucks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave Holmes, Cardale Jones and Beanie Wells break down Ohio State football's heartbreaking loss to Texas — how a 20-point fourth-quarter lead slipped away, what went wrong on defense against Arch Manning, and what it means for the Ohio State Buckeyes moving forward. Cardale and Beanie go unfiltered on linebacker play, run fits, pass-rush pressure, and why Ohio State couldn't get off the field on crucial downs. On offense, the crew examines Julian Sayin's decision-making, red-zone execution, fourth-down calls, spreading the ball beyond Jeremiah Smith, and whether the Buckeyes left points on the board. Plus: Should Ohio State have let Texas score late? The missed field goal, Ryan Day's big-game narrative, what "finishing" must look like, and what needs cleaned up vs Kent State — more one-on-one wins up front, improved linebacker play, and getting Buckeye playmakers involved. Cardale also addresses his Texas prediction backlash, plus a quick look around the Big Ten including Michigan and Bryce Underwood. SUBSCRIBE for more Ohio State football analysis, Buckeye debates and honest perspective from former legends Cardale Jones and Beanie Wells with Emmy-winning host Dave Holmes every week on THE SCRIPT: A Podcast on THE Ohio State Buckeyes. #OhioStateFootball #Buckeyes #OhioState #CardaleJones #BeanieWells #DaveHolmes #TexasVsOhioState #JulianSayin #CollegeFootball #BigTenFootball 00:00 - Intro: Ohio State vs Texas fallout 02:15 - How the 20-point lead collapsed 10:30 - Defense: Arch Manning, LBs & run fits 18:45 - Offense: Julian Sayin, red zone & playmakers 27:20 - Let Texas score debate + missed FG 34:10 - Ryan Day & finishing games 40:00 - Kent State preview: fixes needed 47:30 - Cardale on his prediction + Big Ten roundup Thank you to our sponsors: Dr Pepper - It's a Pepper Thing! BUCKEYE BASEMENT SOLUTIONS: https://buckeyebasementsolutions.com/ If you live in Central Ohio and want to keep your basement dry and your foundation strong, call Buckeye Basement Solutions today at (614) 956-4592 or visit BuckeyeBasementSolutions.com KEMBA Credit Union Get your exclusive offer at kemba.org/TheScript New episodes of THE SCRIPT drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all pod platforms. Also, make sure you’re locked in on social media @TheScriptOSU on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and engaging with the guys and Buckeye Nation. Instagram 👉 / thescriptosu Twitter 👉 https://x.com/TheScriptOSU TikTok 👉 / thescriptosu Facebook 👉 https://www.facebook.com/thescriptosu/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State football opened the season with a 56-3 win over Ball State, and now the real test arrives: the Buckeyes are headed to Austin for a massive showdown with the Texas Longhorns. On this episode of The Script, Cardale Jones, Beanie Wells and Dave Holmes break down Ohio State’s dominant opener, starting with Julian Sayin’s poise, accuracy and command of the passing game. Jeremiah Smith looked every bit like the best wide receiver in college football, while freshman playmaker Legend Bey showed why Buckeye fans are already so excited about his future. Should Texas be favored at home? How electric—and chaotic—will Austin be for a night game featuring two college football powers? And what is Ohio State’s best plan for slowing down Arch Manning, Cam Coleman and the Texas offense? Plus, we make fun of Michigan once again after its latest escape act—and discuss why Bryce Underwood’s underwhelming play has Wolverines fans worried. Join The Script and the Athletes First Tailgate Tour in Austin on Friday at Victory Laps West Campus from 5:30-8:30 p.m. CT for live shows, food, drinks, music and more before Ohio State vs. Texas. #OhioState #OhioStateFootball #Buckeyes #GoBucks #OhioStateVsTexas #TexasVsOhioState #CollegeFootball #BigTenFootball #JulianSayin #JeremiahSmith #ArchManning #LegendBey #TheScriptPodcast #RyanDay #TexasLonghorns #MichiganFootball #BryceUnderwood0:00 The Script begins 1:30 Ohio State beats Ball State, 56-3 1:35 Julian Sayin’s impressive opener 2:48 Ohio State’s run game needs to improve 7:12 Jeremiah Smith goes off against Ball State 12:24 Legend Bey flashes superstar potential 20:16 Join The Script in Austin 21:04 Should Texas be favored over Ohio State? 24:37 How crazy will Austin be for a night game? 30:51 Can Ohio State handle Texas in the trenches? 33:52 How do the Buckeyes stop Arch Manning? 35:16 Texas’ pressure to beat Ohio State 40:30 Michigan survives Western Michigan … again 46:05 Is Bryce Underwood underperforming? 52:16 Athletes First Tailgate Tour in Austin Thank you to our sponsors: Dr Pepper - It's a Pepper Thing! BUCKEYE BASEMENT SOLUTIONS: https://buckeyebasementsolutions.com/ If you live in Central Ohio and want to keep your basement dry and your foundation strong, call Buckeye Basement Solutions today at (614) 956-4592 or visit BuckeyeBasementSolutions.com KEMBA Credit Union Get your exclusive offer at kemba.org/TheScript New episodes of THE SCRIPT drop every Wednesday throughout the season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all pod platforms. Also, make sure you’re locked in on social media @TheScriptOSU on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and engaging with the guys and Buckeye Nation. THE SCRIPT 👉 https://www.flowcode.com/page/thescript Instagram 👉 / thescriptosu Twitter 👉 https://x.com/TheScriptOSU TikTok 👉 / thescriptosu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Script is back with Cardale Jones, Beanie Wells and Dave Holmes breaking down the biggest Ohio State football stories of the week. The Buckeyes have named seven team captains for the 2026 season, including quarterback Julian Sayin. Is seven captains too many, and what does Sayin earning that honor say about the next step he is taking as Ohio State’s leader? The guys discuss the rave reviews from camp, his growth in Ryan Day’s offense and why the Buckeyes are banking on a major year 2 leap from their quarterback. Then, college football’s eligibility rules get even more ridiculous. With former NFL players potentially returning to college, Cardale, Beanie and Dave react to the latest development and what it could mean for the sport moving forward. Plus, the crew builds its 12-team College Football Playoff field before the season kicks off. Which teams are locks, which contenders are being overlooked, and where do Ohio State, Texas, LSU, Penn State and Michigan fit? They also examine whether Michigan’s pursuit of Drew Mestemaker means the Wolverines are losing faith in Bryce Underwood. Finally, the guys react to Deshaun Watson’s struggles, his response to Browns fans, and why Cleveland’s quarterback situation remains a mess before saluting Nick Chubb and his legendary football career. #OhioStateFootball #Buckeyes #CollegeFootball #CFBPlayoff #JulianSayin #CardaleJones #BeanieWells #ClevelandBrowns #NickChubb #DeshaunWatson #michiganfootball 00:00 The Script begins 00:40 Ohio State names seven captains 05:56 Julian Sayin’s Year 2 leap 10:45 College football eligibility rules are out of control 18:04 Building the 12-team College Football Playoff 35:31 Is Michigan losing faith in Bryce Underwood? 42:35 Deshaun Watson, Browns fans and Cleveland’s QB mess 50:09 Saluting Nick Chubb’s legendary career Thank you to our sponsors: Dr Pepper - It's a Pepper Thing! BUCKEYE BASEMENT SOLUTIONS: https://buckeyebasementsolutions.com/ If you live in Central Ohio and want to keep your basement dry and your foundation strong, call Buckeye Basement Solutions today at (614) 956-4592 or visit BuckeyeBasementSolutions.com KEMBA Credit Union Get your exclusive offer at kemba.org/TheScript New episodes of THE SCRIPT drop every Wednesday throughout the off-season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all pod platforms. Also, make sure you’re locked in on social media @TheScriptOSU on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and engaging with the guys and Buckeye Nation. THE SCRIPT 👉https://thescriptosu.com/ Instagram 👉 / thescriptosu Twitter 👉 https://x.com/TheScriptOSU TikTok 👉 / thescriptosu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State football training camp is heating up, and The Script presented by Dr Pepper is breaking down the biggest questions surrounding the Buckeyes as the season approaches. In this episode, Beanie Wells, Cardale Jones and Dave Holmes dive into the latest from Ohio State camp, starting with the Buckeyes’ running back room. Is a running back by committee the right approach, or will one player emerge as the clear No. 1 option? The crew discusses the competition, what Ohio State needs from the position and which backs could make an early impact. Also, does Legend Bey’s early suspension mean anything, or is it much ado about nothing? The conversation then turns to the Ohio State defense and a defensive backfield that could become one of the team’s biggest strengths. The guys discuss the talent in the secondary, including players making noise in camp and what that group could mean for the Buckeyes this season. Plus, there’s concern about the Ohio State kicking game. Baylor transfer Connor Hawkins arrived with high expectations, but missed kicks in practice have raised questions. How much should Buckeye fans worry, and can Ryan Day create enough game-like pressure in camp to know what his kickers will do on Saturdays? Plus, J.T. Barrett is elected to the Ohio State Hall of Fame, JSN and Jeremiah Smith earn coveted 99 video game ratings, and the Buckeyes land another elite prep quarterback for the future. Subscribe for more Ohio State football news, Buckeyes analysis, recruiting, training camp updates and college football coverage from The Script. 00:00 Intro 00:30 RB by committee? 04:00 Legend Bey suspended 06:30 Defensive strength 10:00 Kicking stinks 13:00 Christopher Vargas 18:30 Video Game Stories 22:30 James Peoples Upset 25:00 Akron Plays 27:00 Purdue AD is Dumb Thank you to our sponsors: Dr Pepper - It's a Pepper Thing! BUCKEYE BASEMENT SOLUTIONS: https://buckeyebasementsolutions.com/ If you live in Central Ohio and want to keep your basement dry and your foundation strong, call Buckeye Basement Solutions today at (614) 956-4592 or visit BuckeyeBasementSolutions.com KEMBA Credit Union Get your exclusive offer at kemba.org/TheScript New episodes of THE SCRIPT drop every Wednesday throughout the off-season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all pod platforms. Also, make sure you’re locked in on social media @TheScriptOSU on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and engaging with the guys and Buckeye Nation. THE SCRIPT 👉https://thescriptosu.com/ Instagram 👉 / thescriptosu Twitter 👉 https://x.com/TheScriptOSU TikTok 👉 / thescriptosu #OhioState #OhioStateFootball #Buckeyes #BuckeyeNation #OSUFootball #CollegeFootball #BigTen #RyanDay #CardaleJones #BeanieWells #OhioStateBuckeyes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

THE SCRIPT is back with a massive recruiting and news-packed episode! 🏈 David Gabriel Georges | Commitment Watch 👀 One of the most electric RB prospects in the country is set to announce his commitment — and THE SCRIPT breaks down every angle. Is DGG headed to Columbus, or is Knoxville making a serious NIL move to pull him away? Monshun Sales Picks Indiana 🙄 Elite 5-star WR Monshun Sales shocked the recruiting world, choosing Curt Cignetti's Indiana Hoosiers over multiple blue blood programs. Is IU officially a blue blood? And should Buckeye fans be more worried about Indiana than the team up north this season? Ohio State's Defensive Line — Is the Next Bosa or Chase Young HERE? It's been a while since the Buckeyes had a dominant force in the trenches. Did Ohio State finally land their guys this recruiting cycle? OSU's Offensive Line — Actually Elite? 🤔 CBS Sports ranked THE Ohio State Buckeyes' offensive line 2nd best in the country. Sounds crazy after last season — but Cardale and Beanie weigh in on whether the OL is actually a strength in 2025. Michigan Is a MESS 🌀 Michigan AD Warde Manuel is being shown the door at year's end, closing a chaotic tenure that included national championships AND national embarrassment. Does UM have any shame left? We ask Cardale and Beanie if Indiana has now become the BIGGER game on the schedule. Pat Narduzzi Went THERE 💣 Pitt's head coach said WHAT about the Big Ten?! You have to hear Cardale and Beanie's reaction. 👇 Drop your take in the comments — Michigan game or Indiana game: which is bigger for Ohio State this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s episode of THE SCRIPT, Cardale Jones and host Dave Holmes are back with another entertaining and informative show. We kick things off with a game of “Where’s Beanie?” as Beanie Wells is out enjoying some time on the golf course. From there, we react to the United States’ disappointing loss to Belgium and discuss the controversy surrounding the rescinded red card. That leads to a conversation with Cardale about the toughest officiating call he experienced during his football career and a time he felt his team was on the wrong end of a referee’s decision. The recruiting trail remains HOT in Columbus as Ohio State continues building for the future—not just in the 2027 class, but also in 2028 and 2029. We break down the Buckeyes’ latest recruiting wins, including the additions of 5-star wide receiver Jett Harrison and another elite young pass catcher from the 2029 class. Plus, we provide an update on Ohio State target David Gabriel Georges and discuss why his recruitment may be unlike any running back prospect we’ve seen before. After diving into recruiting and NIL, we shift gears to the newly released EA SPORTS College Football 27 player ratings. We take a look at where the Buckeyes stack up against other national title contenders and Heisman hopefuls. Cardale also shares what it was like seeing himself in the game during his playing days—and tells the hilarious story of what really happened when he faced off against a young fan in a hospital gaming showdown. To close out the show, we look around the sports world as several Buckeyes make headlines. We discuss Ohio State’s representation in the MLB All-Star Game, Bruce Thornton’s next step in Houston, and give a well-deserved shoutout to Kelsey Mitchell for earning a starting spot in the WNBA All-Star Game. Don’t miss this episode of THE SCRIPT! 🎙️🏈⚾🏀 #sports #football #ohiostate #NFL Thank you to our sponsors: Dr Pepper - It's a Pepper Thing! BUCKEYE BASEMENT SOLUTIONS: https://buckeyebasementsolutions.com/ If you live in Central Ohio and want to keep your basement dry and your foundation strong, call Buckeye Basement Solutions today at (614) 956-4592 or visit BuckeyeBasementSolutions.com KEMBA Credit Union Get your exclusive offer at kemba.org/TheScript New episodes of THE SCRIPT drop every Wednesday throughout the off-season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all pod platforms. Also, make sure you’re locked in on social media @TheScriptOSU on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and engaging with the guys and Buckeye Nation. THE SCRIPT 👉https://thescriptosu.com/ Instagram 👉 / thescriptosu Twitter 👉 https://x.com/TheScriptOSU TikTok 👉 / thescriptosu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s episode of THE SCRIPT, Cardale Jones, Beanie Wells, and host Dave Holmes kick things off by breaking down Phil Steele’s Preseason All-American teams, where six Buckeyes earned recognition. Who made the cut, who got snubbed, and should Julian Sayin be ranked even higher? Let us know your thoughts in the comments. The conversation then turns to one of Cardale’s favorite debates: should he have three national championship rings instead of one? It’s a discussion the guys have had plenty of times off-camera, and this time they’re bringing it to the show. Agree or disagree, you won’t want to miss this one. Thanks to our friends at KEMBA Financial Credit Union, we also dive into the latest Ohio State recruiting news. Which top prospects are trending toward Columbus, and in today’s NIL era, can any recruit truly be considered a lock? Later, the guys check in on Ohio’s NFL teams, where the Cleveland Browns’ quarterback situation remains as complicated as ever. With Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders reportedly splitting reps, Cardale and Beanie discuss what the Browns should do moving forward. Thanks to Buckeye Basement Solutions, we ask the big question: Watson, Shedeur, or tank for Julian Sayin? The show also celebrates Ryan Day after his induction into the New Hampshire Sports Hall of Fame. That leads to a fun conversation about coaching, leadership, and whether it’s easier for players to take direction from someone who’s been in their shoes. To close things out, Cardale and Beanie take a trip down memory lane, sharing some legendary high school football stories from their playing days that you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe and join the conversation in the comments!#sports #football #ohiostate #NFL Thank you to our sponsors:Dr Pepper - It's a Pepper Thing! BUCKEYE BASEMENT SOLUTIONS: https://buckeyebasementsolutions.com/ If you live in Central Ohio and want to keep your basement dry and your foundation strong, call Buckeye Basement Solutions today at (614) 956-4592 or visit BuckeyeBasementSolutions.com KEMBA Credit UnionGet your exclusive offer at kemba.org/TheScript New episodes of THE SCRIPT drop every Wednesday throughout the off-season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all pod platforms. Also, make sure you’re locked in on social media @TheScriptOSU on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and engaging with the guys and Buckeye Nation. THE SCRIPT 👉https://thescriptosu.com/Instagram 👉 / thescriptosuTwitter 👉 https://x.com/TheScriptOSUTikTok 👉 / thescriptosu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s episode of THE SCRIPT, Cardale Jones, Beanie Wells, and host Dave Holmes welcome legendary Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer to the show! Coach Meyer — now co-host of The Triple Option alongside Rob Stone and Mark Ingram — joins the guys for an unforgettable conversation filled with stories, laughs, and plenty of Buckeye football talk. The episode kicks off with Coach Meyer immediately getting on Cardale for showing up late, making it very clear that wouldn’t have flown during his time at Ohio State. Naturally, the crew also revisits Cardale’s infamous “We ain’t come here to play school” tweet and what Meyer thought about it at the time. The guys also ask Coach Meyer what he really thought after J.T. Barrett’s injury in 2014 and whether he believed Cardale could lead Ohio State to a national championship. His answer might surprise you. Later, Beanie asks where the 2014 Buckeyes rank among the best teams Coach Meyer ever coached. Of course, the rivalry comes up as the crew discusses Meyer’s undefeated record against Michigan and whether that stands as his proudest accomplishment in Columbus. The conversation then shifts to the Wolverines as Coach Meyer shares his thoughts on his longtime friend Kyle Whittingham reportedly taking over in Ann Arbor. The crew also gets Coach Meyer’s take on the proposed 24-team College Football Playoff. Is expansion getting out of control, or is bigger actually better for the sport? After the interview, Cardale, Beanie, and Dave react to Arvell Reese calling the moment he lost his black stripe the greatest feeling of his football career. That leads to a fun conversation about the defining moments from Cardale and Beanie’s own Ohio State careers. To close out the show, the guys react to CBS Sports ranking the top defensive players in college football — with zero Buckeyes making the list. They discuss which Ohio State defenders are primed for breakout seasons under new defensive coordinator Matt Patricia. Don’t miss one of the most entertaining episodes of THE SCRIPT yet! #sports #football #NFL #nfldraft Thank you to our sponsors: Dr Pepper - It's a Pepper Thing! BUCKEYE BASEMENT SOLUTIONS: https://buckeyebasementsolutions.com/ If you live in Central Ohio and want to keep your basement dry and your foundation strong, call Buckeye Basement Solutions today at (614) 956-4592 or visit BuckeyeBasementSolutions.com New episodes of THE SCRIPT drop every Wednesday throughout the off-season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all pod platforms. Also, make sure you’re locked in on social media @TheScriptOSU on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and engaging with the guys and Buckeye Nation. THE SCRIPT 👉https://thescriptosu.com/ Instagram 👉 / thescriptosu Twitter 👉 https://x.com/TheScriptOSU TikTok 👉 / thescriptosu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s episode of THE SCRIPT, Cardale Jones, Beanie Wells, and host Dave Holmes break down a historic NFL Draft for THE Ohio State Buckeyes. The guys dive into every major pick, biggest surprises, and what it all means for the newest Buckeyes heading to the league. Ohio State showed out in a big way, and the crew spotlights standouts like Carnell Tate, Arvell Reese, Sonny Styles, and Caleb Downs—explaining where they landed and why their games should translate at the next level. From there, the conversation shifts to some of the biggest national storylines from draft weekend, including the Cleveland Browns’ widely praised draft class. Yes… the Browns getting universal love? It happened. (Shoutout to Buckeye Basement Solutions for bringing you this segment.) Beanie also shares a wild behind-the-scenes moment, explaining how he somehow predicted Ty Simpson landing with the Rams—and why it wasn’t as random as it seemed. Plus, the guys discuss Diego Pavia going undrafted and debate whether his best path forward is the UFL or a backup role in Baltimore. To close things out, THE SCRIPT tackles some off-field headlines, including the latest developments in the Mike Vrabel saga and a broader conversation about accountability for coaches. The episode wraps with a look at the growing gambling concerns in college football, highlighted by Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby’s situation. A packed episode you don’t want to miss. #sports #football #NFL #nfldraft Thank you to our sponsors: Dr Pepper - It's a Pepper Thing! BUCKEYE BASEMENT SOLUTIONS: https://buckeyebasementsolutions.com/ If you live in Central Ohio and want to keep your basement dry and your foundation strong, call Buckeye Basement Solutions today at (614) 956-4592 or visit BuckeyeBasementSolutions.com New episodes of THE SCRIPT drop every Wednesday throughout the off-season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all pod platforms. Also, make sure you’re locked in on social media @TheScriptOSU on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and engaging with the guys and Buckeye Nation. THE SCRIPT 👉https://thescriptosu.com/ Instagram 👉 / thescriptosu Twitter 👉 https://x.com/TheScriptOSU TikTok 👉 / thescriptosu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s episode of THE SCRIPT, Cardale Jones, Beanie Wells, and host Dave Holmes kick things off with Beanie recapping his weekend at The Masters—including going TEN (!) hours without his phone. Could you do it? With Ohio State Buckeyes football spring game right around the corner, the guys take a deep dive into what to expect this weekend. Jeremiah Smith may not see much action, but there will still be plenty to watch—some hitting, familiar faces, and exciting newcomers like Arthur Smith, Chris Henry Jr., and Tavien St. Clair showing what they can do. Who are you most excited to see? The crew also dives into Jeremiah Smith’s headline-making offseason after he revealed he could’ve made over $10M by transferring—but chose to stay because Ohio State is home. Plus, head coach Ryan Day made waves during his appearance on The Cam Heyward Podcast, reflecting on games that slipped away and setting a high bar for future Buckeyes: if you want to play at Ohio State, you better be a first- or second-round pick. The statement sparked debate among former players, and the guys weigh in. Do you agree with Day? Let us know in the comments 👇 Thank you to our sponsors: Dr Pepper - It's a Pepper Thing! BUCKEYE BASEMENT SOLUTIONS: https://buckeyebasementsolutions.com/ If you live in Central Ohio and want to keep your basement dry and your foundation strong, call Buckeye Basement Solutions today at (614) 956-4592 or visit BuckeyeBasementSolutions.com New episodes of THE SCRIPT drop every Wednesday throughout the off-season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all pod platforms. Also, make sure you’re locked in on social media @TheScriptOSU on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and engaging with the guys and Buckeye Nation. THE SCRIPT 👉https://thescriptosu.com/ Instagram 👉 / thescriptosu Twitter 👉 https://x.com/TheScriptOSU TikTok 👉 / thescriptosu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices