Episode

Buckeyes offense fails to meet moment, falls flat in Cotton Bowl loss to Miami

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Lettermen Live: Ohio State Football Podcast

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Jan 1, 2026

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1041

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Summary

An autopsy of Ohio State's disappointing 24-14 Cotton Bowl loss to Miami, focusing on the offensive collapse. The discussion highlights critical failures in pass protection, play calling, and the inability to maintain tempo against a physical Miami defense.

Topics

• Ohio State Football
• Cotton Bowl
• Miami Hurricanes
• College Football Playoff
• Ryan Day
• Transfer Portal
• CFB Coaching
• Buckeyes Offense

Highlights

• Main idea: The Buckeyes' offense lacked the ability to establish rhythm or utilize tempo, leading to a stagnant performance
• Failure mode: The offensive line failed to prepare for Miami's pass rush, resulting in 10 sacks allowed during the season's final stretch
• Practical takeaway: Ohio State requires a significant overhaul in coaching, specifically regarding play calling and wide receiver instruction
• Main idea: Despite high-end skill talent, the rushing attack was non-existent, averaging only 45 yards on 24 carries
• Future outlook: The upcoming transfer portal and NFL departures will force a complete reconstruction of the offensive unit

Chapters

1. 1:00 Offensive Rhythm and Tempo: Analysis of why the Buckeyes could not establish a consistent offensive rhythm or utilize their promised high-tempo attack.
2. 2:00 Line of Scrimmage Struggles: A critique of the starting offensive line's inability to handle Miami's pass rush despite weeks of preparation.
3. 5:00 Defensive Breakthroughs: Examining how Miami's defensive pressure and key plays disrupted the Buckeyes' offensive continuity.
4. 8:00 The Need for New Play Callers: A discussion on the necessity of coaching changes in the offensive staff following a string of poor performances.
5. 10:00 Special Teams and Momentum: Evaluating missed opportunities in the kicking game and the impact of turnovers on the game's momentum.
6. 13:00 Roster Turnover and NFL Departures: Looking ahead at the loss of key players like Carnell Tate and Caleb Downs to the professional ranks.
7. 15:00 Transfer Portal and 2026 Outlook: Assessing the impact of the upcoming transfer portal on Ohio State's ability to rebuild for the next season.