Episodes
The Big Ten has sent a team to the playoff both years we’ve had one, and with Michigan getting a ton of preseason love, Ohio State set to promote a zillion four and five stars, and with Michigan State fueled by white hot DISRESPECKT and Malik McDowell, there are multiple candidates to get the conference a playoff bid for the third year in a row. But all three of those teams, along with other would-be Big Ten contenders, have significant questions about their roster. Is it possible that this...
Published 08/24/16
Matt and Colton finally put down their phones long enough to record another podcast, since they've been so preoccupied by Pokemon Go. After catching everybody up on their Pokedexs, they also chat about the latest developments in Ohio State recruiting, what that means for the future of the QB room and depth chart, and just how many players the Buckeyes can take in their historic 2017 recruiting class. Big Ten power rankings and vacation plans are also discussed. 
Published 08/02/16
Ohio State is blowing up on the recrutiing class. Could this be the very best class ever? Matt and Colton discuss, along with the following: Could a national approach to recruiting hurt Ohio State in Ohio in the long run? What is the state of Big Ten coaching? Hey, Rutgers is recruiting pretty well, how about that? What positions still need to be filled in this class? Colton's wedding problems Never skip leg day
Published 06/30/16
It's been a hot second since our last podcast, so let's chat again, shall we? Matt and Colton take a look at Ohio State basketball attendance figures, how Big 12 expansion could impact the Big Ten's TV deal, what's going on with recruiting, Tulane's dope new uniforms, and more. 
Published 06/09/16
The spring game has come and gone, and now only the NFL Draft stands in our way of the long, vast offseason. Matt and Colton break down the biggest takeaways from the Spring Game, including how wrong we were about getting 100,000 people to show up, why you shouldn't put too much stock in Torrance Gibson's performance, the state of the OL and the DL, and why you, yes you, should really learn how to cook this summer. 
Published 04/20/16
Ohio State's Spring Game is this weekend, and it's the last football-like substance we'll all have for months. Matt and Colton break down all the major storylines on what to expect, like which players and positional groups we'll be watching. They also discuss Urban Meyer's hope for 100,000 people to show up, whether that's possible, or if 100,00 should even go in the first place, since are we sure this is even going to be fun? The latest Ohio State basketball recruiting stories are covered as...
Published 04/13/16
Should Ohio State fans be MAD ONLINE right now? Matt and Colton discuss the latest news in the Landon Young recruitment saga, and discuss if he, Urban Meyer, or anybody else is in the wrong in the situation, or if folks should be mad. They also discuss the transfer situation with Ohio State basketball, their expectations, the state of the program and what the roster may look like next season. Professional wrestling and the dad life are also covered.
Published 04/08/16
We had a woman at the scene of the NFL Combine, and now that all the drills are finished and the measurements taken, we take a moment to catch up with Alexis to get her final thoughts on the event. We discuss what covering the Combine was like in person, which Ohio State Buckeyes exceeded her expectations, and which ones still have work to do to move up in the NFL Draft, as well as the potential NFL fit for multiple Buckeyes that worked out.
Published 03/03/16
Now that recruiting is "over" for a little bit, Matt and Colton take a closer look at Ohio State basketball's situation, where thanks to a key injury and lackluster play, an NIT bid appears likely. The two figure out if this season is a failure or not, their chances at making a run deep in the NIT, and whether the future is bright for Ohio State basketball or not. They also, as you'd probably expect, talk a little bit of Pokemon. 
Published 02/24/16
National Signing Day is in the books, and Matt and Colton take a look at the next big Ohio State storylines. We take stock of what happened on NSD, discuss a BREAKING NEWS new Ohio State 2017 committment, and the big stories for their current class. We also discuss the new S&P+ preseason projections, and where they have Ohio State, the Big Ten, and other national storylines. Also, there's some fast food discussion, and why Colorado needs to step their crap food game up. 
Published 02/09/16
National Signing Day is almost here, and Matt and Colton break down the biggest storylines leading up to the big day. The podcast includes a breakdown of who is in Ohio State's 2016 class, and who the remaining targets are that may pick the Buckeyes before NSD. They also discusss how many players could crack the two deep next year, their favorite members of the class, Big Ten and Michigan recruiting, and then, of course, a lengthy discussion about which Pokemon Gym Leader Harbaugh would be,...
Published 01/28/16
Was the 2015 season a good one? It was certainly a successful one, but it wasn't always fun, and missed high expectations. We discuss how fans will think about this year in a few seasons, plus a look at Ohio State's biggest dept chart questions over the offseason, including the wideouts, running backs, what happens with Torrance Gibson, and the future of the defenive backfield. There are also some jokes, and a look at Ohio State's future schedules
Published 01/08/16
Ohio State is on a bye week, but that doesn't mean that the rest of college football has stood still. Matt Brown and Colton Denning discuss the latest Big Ten coaching opening in Minnesota, the Buckeyes' performance against Rutgers, and what they're looking for during this open week, including the biggest games (from late-nite Pac-12 to the Big 12), who will redshirt at Ohio State, the offensive line, and also, if we even lift (some of us do!). 
Published 10/29/15
We chat with Ben Jones of StateCollege.com to get an in-depth state of Penn State. On this show, we discuss Penn State's recruiting in Ohio, and how the coaching change at Maryland could impact that, whether Penn State's offense has improved, and why it was struggling to begin with. We also talk about Penn State's injury situation, Ohio State's inability to put a team away, predictions for Ohio State-Penn State, and other B1G chatter, including Michigan and Michigan State. Also, we talk about...
Published 10/14/15
It's time for M-A-R-Y-L-A-N-D, so we chat with Pete Volk of SBnation.com and Testudo Times to get Buckeye fans up to speed. We discuss what Maryland actually does well, and why this team has been such a dumpster fire so far. We also discuss what exactly Maryland needs to do to make this game competitive, what Ohio State needs to do to get back in the good graces of the national conversation. Finally, we discuss head coaching candidates for Maryland should Randy Edsall get fired, and whether...
Published 10/07/15
Matt is back from his travels, and ready to talk about the end of Ohio State's non-conference schedule with fellow LGHL contributor Colton Denning. The two discuss where Ohio State is as a team after the completion of their non-league schedule, and how Indiana could possibly spring the upset of the Buckeyes at the start of Big Ten play (but probably not). They also take a look at whether Ohio State should be ranked #1 right now, and what things might be like if everything goes to pot and the...
Published 09/29/15
New, advanced stats are becoming more and more a part of the everyday college football fan's vocabulary, but what exactly do they measure, and what can they tell us about Ohio State football this season? We chat with LGHL and Football Study Hall writer Chad Peliter, who tells us what F/+ and S&P+ are, how the 2014 Ohio State Buckeyes were actually pretty lucky, and what these new stats can say about Ohio State's running game, defense, and how the Virginia Tech matchup might shake out. 
Published 08/26/15
Matt's back from Big Ten Media Days, and discusses what else he learned with LGHL's Harry Lyles, along with the backstory behind Ohio State's latest commitment, Gavin Cupp, the possibility of Ohio State wearing black uniforms, the tragic passing of former Buckeye pitcher Zach Farmer, Harry's weight room performances, and a discussion of just how the heck the Big Ten West is going to shake out. 
Published 08/05/15
Ohio State's biggest recruiting camp of the year is almost here, and we've got you covered with everything you need to know. Podcast host Matt Brown and recruiting writer Caleb Houser break down what FNL is, who is coming, and what prospects, from the 2016 class and beyond, Ohio State fans need to know about, including which ones may potentially be committing to the Buckeyes very soon. They also discuss the upcoming Big Ten Media Days. 
Published 07/22/15
Matt Brown and B-Leez of LGHL tackle the biggest questions and news, like what's going on with Braxton Miller's "announcement", and just what in the blue hell Jim Harbaugh was thinking with his interview with Cowherd. We also discuss Big Ten and national projected win totals, and some listener mail, from which teams in the Big Ten West scare us the most, and which Ohio State QB would make the best babysitter for Matt's daughter. 
Published 07/03/15
The NBA Draft is coming up on Thursday, and Ohio State's D'Angelo Russell figures to be an early lottery selection. We chat with former LGHLer Sam Vecenie of CBS Sports to discuss where Russell may go, where he SHOULD go, the NBA potential of Aaron Craft, Sam Thompson and Shannon Scott, and whether Russell is going to have a better career than Mike Conley, the best former Buckeye currently in the NBA. We also discuss the merits of playing basketball overseas. 
Published 06/23/15
After an unexpectedly long break thanks to technical difficulties and travel, the podcast is back and better than ever. Matt chats with new LGHL recruiting writer Caleb Housman about Ohio State's 2016 recruiting class. Which prospects do they like the best, who might be underrated, and who is on commitment watch over the next month? They also discuss OSU's camp at FAU, general recruiting trends in the Big Ten, and what position groups Ohio State is likely to focus on for the rest of the 2016...
Published 06/18/15
It's mailbag time, as Matt and Chuck answer some of your questions over the last few days, including when it's okay to storm the court in basketball, what local company should have bought the Crew Stadium naming rights, when Ohio State will ever win a coach of the year award, Matta's legacy, and more. We also talk recruiting news, OSU bracket updates, and more. 
Published 03/03/15
Ohio State basketball hasn't hit their second half stride like they had over the last two seasons, and they're another bad loss from landing on the bubble. What happened? We chat with CBS Sports' Sam Vecenie to discuss whether this team has been a disapointment, whether they have a chance at turning things around, the NBA prospects of anybody on this team not named D'Angleo Russell, the rest of the Big Ten, and Thad Matta's legacy (and why fans taking shots at him are dumb). 
Published 02/24/15
Ohio State may be a championship football school, but that isn't the only sport they're dominating. Ohio State's wrestling program is also top notch, and will compete for Big Ten titles, and beyond. To help the newbie understand what's at stake, and why they need to pay attention here to Ohio State wrestling, we chat with LGHL's Dan Vest, who breaks down the important names to know, the major teams, and Ohio State's championship chances 
Published 02/18/15