Ohio State enters the 2026 season loaded with championship expectations—but is Ryan Day’s team truly ready for another College Football Playoff run?

Sporting News senior writer Bill Bender joins Tim May to break down the Buckeyes’ biggest questions, including the offensive line, Arthur Smith’s impact, Julian Sayin, Jeremiah Smith and the players who must emerge on defense. They also debate college football’s greatest teams, examine the Big Ten championship race and identify potential surprise
contenders such as USC, Washington, Wisconsin and Penn State.

Plus, Tim previews Ohio State training camp, the critical development of Bo Jackson and Isaiah West, the Buckeyes’ brutal schedule and the growing push for federal legislation to stabilize college football.

Watch The Tim May Show on FanStreamSportsOhio.com for expert Ohio State football analysis, Buckeyes news and Big Ten coverage.