Menace2Sports with Zach Smith

Jay Timmons is a true freshman and he's already taking first-team nickel reps for Ohio State. We break down what we saw, who he's playing ahead of, and whether it holds — plus Kyle Whittingham's comments on the rivalry, Jeremiah Smith's development, and camp updates from Penn State and Indiana. Zach Smith and Kris Drew go live every weekday at noon ET with Ohio State football news, fall camp reporting, and Big Ten analysis. CHAPTERS 0:00 — Jay Timmons is already with the starters [X] — Who Timmons is playing ahead of at nickel [X] — Kyle Whittingham on Ohio State and the rivalry [X] — Jeremiah Smith's development in camp [X] — Penn State camp report [X] — Indiana camp report [X] — What we're watching tomorrow MORE MENACE SPORTS Full written coverage → https://menace2sports.com Podcast (Apple) → https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1464558838

A month ago, almost nobody outside Ohio State's building knew Devin McCuin's name. This week, he's the biggest storyline in fall camp.
McCuin, a UTSA transfer who racked up 1,696 career receiving yards and 16 touchdowns as a Roadrunner, has taken first-team reps at the "Z" receiver spot opposite Jeremiah Smith through the first two practices of Ohio State's preseason camp — ahead of touted names like Brandon Inniss, Kyle Parker, and five-star freshman Chris Henry Jr.
In this video, we break down:
- How McCuin has separated himself so fast in fall camp
- What quarterback Julian Sayin is saying about him
- Why the Buckeyes' WR2 job opposite Jeremiah Smith was wide open after Carnell Tate left for the NFL
- Where this leaves Brandon Inniss, Kyle Parker, and the freshmen in the receiver room
- What it means for Ohio State's passing offense heading into the September 5 opener vs. Ball State
Is McCuin the real deal, or is this just an early-camp hot streak? Let us know in the comments.
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Ohio State opened fall camp this week — and one of the biggest storylines was running back Bo Jackson NOT running with the first-team offense.
Jackson, who rushed for 1,090 yards and 6 touchdowns as a true freshman in 2025, missed all of spring practice recovering from shoulder surgery. In the Buckeyes' first practice of preseason camp, it was sophomore Isaiah West and Florida transfer Ja'Kobi Jackson taking the majority of reps behind the first-team offensive line alongside QB Julian Sayin — while Jackson ran mostly with the second-team offense.
In this video, we break down:
- What actually happened at Ohio State's first fall camp practice
- Is this just load management after shoulder surgery, or a real competition for RB1?
- How Isaiah West and Ja'Kobi Jackson factor into the picture
- What this means for Ohio State's run game heading into their September 5 opener vs. Ball State
- Where this leaves Bo Jackson's outlook for the 2026 season
Let us know in the comments — is this a real threat to Bo Jackson's starting job, or just standard fall camp caution coming off surgery?
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🚨 Ohio State Suspends a Player Before Fall Camp Even Begins 😳 | What It Means for the Buckeyes
Right before the start of fall camp, Ohio State Buckeyes football has made headlines with an unexpected suspension.
The decision immediately raises questions about the Buckeyes' depth chart, leadership, and how the absence could impact one of college football's top national championship contenders.
👉 Why was the player suspended?
👉 How long could the suspension last?
👉 Who steps up for Ohio State?
👉 Will this affect the Buckeyes' College Football Playoff hopes?
We'll break down everything we know, what it means for Ryan Day and the Buckeyes, and how this changes the outlook entering fall camp.
🔥 In This Episode
Breaking down Ohio State's latest player suspension
What has been confirmed so far
How the suspension impacts the Buckeyes' depth chart
Which players could benefit from the opportunity
Ryan Day's response and leadership
Fall camp storylines to watch
Big Ten Championship implications
College Football Playoff outlook
📊 Buckeye Breakdown
Ohio State Football • Ryan Day • Fall Camp • Depth Chart • Buckeye Recruiting • Big Ten Football • College Football Playoff • National Championship
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How much will this suspension impact Ohio State?
Is this simply an early camp setback, or could it become a bigger issue for the Buckeyes?
Drop your thoughts in the comments and let us know who you think will step up.
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🚨 SEC Network Says Ohio State Plays NOBODY 😳 | We Counted... Here's the Truth
A bold claim from the SEC Network has college football fans fired up.
According to the latest debate, Ohio State Buckeyes football doesn't play a difficult schedule.
So we decided to check the numbers.
Instead of relying on narratives, we counted ranked opponents, analyzed strength of schedule, compared conference slates, and stacked Ohio State's schedule against the nation's top contenders.
👉 Does Ohio State really play "nobody"?
👉 Is the SEC getting a pass while criticizing the Buckeyes?
👉 Which conference actually has the tougher road to the College Football Playoff?
The results may surprise you.
🔥 In This Episode
The SEC Network's comments on Ohio State's schedule
Breaking down the Buckeyes' 2026 opponents
Comparing Ohio State's schedule to the SEC's best
Ranked opponents and strength of schedule analysis
Big Ten vs. SEC scheduling philosophy
College Football Playoff implications
Is the criticism fair—or just another media narrative?
Final verdict: Who really plays the tougher schedule?
📊 Schedule Breakdown
Ohio State Football • SEC Network • Strength of Schedule • Big Ten vs. SEC • College Football Playoff • Rankings • Ryan Day • National Championship
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Does Ohio State deserve criticism for its schedule?
Or is this another example of the SEC getting the benefit of the doubt?
Drop your thoughts in the comments and tell us which team has the toughest path to the College Football Playoff.
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