There may not have been much instant gratification during the transfer-portal window, but that was largely by design as Ohio State attacked the January roster-management phase. The Buckeyes had a busy week with pickups and key retention moves that should have them again positioned to make a run at the College Football Playoff at this time next year. Former Buckeyes captain Zach Boren kicks off the week on The Beat with his thoughts on the calculated methods from Ohio State. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members only