https://www.971thefan.com/podcast/austin-birm/ Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham live and breathe the Scarlet and Gray. As trusted insiders on the Ohio State beat, they bring unmatched access and perspective from inside the Woody Hayes Athletic Center to the Horseshoe and beyond. If it’s happening in Buckeye Nation, they’re on it. Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham live and breathe the Scarlet and Gray. As trusted insiders on the Ohio State beat, they bring unmatched access and perspective from inside the Woody Hayes Athletic Center to the Horseshoe and beyond. If it’s happening in Buckeye Nation, they’re on it. en-US hourly 1 97.1 The Fan 97.1 The Fan Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham live and breathe the Scarlet and Gray. As trusted insiders on the Ohio State beat, they bring unmatched access and perspective from inside the Woody Hayes Athletic Center to the Horseshoe and beyond. If it’s happening in Buckeye Nation, they’re on it. podcasts@radiohio.com podcasts@radiohio.com 97.1 The Fan podcasts@radiohio.com No No https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-questions-about-player-swaps-jeremiah-smith-draft-spot-and-more/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-questions-about-player-swaps-jeremiah-smith-draft-spot-and-more/#respond Fri, 15 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-questions-about-player-swaps-jeremiah-smith-draft-spot-and-more/ 0 20260514195030_343963-TABS-05-15-AUDIO-COVER784516 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full We’ve made it through another week on The Beat and The Austin & Birm Show are once again heading into the weekend by answer questions from viewers about whatever Ohio State topic is on their mind today. Want your question for next Friday’s mailbag 00:31:03 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-kj-hill-talks-career-path-from-ohio-state-to-nfl-to-first-coaching-job-at-south-florida/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-kj-hill-talks-career-path-from-ohio-state-to-nfl-to-first-coaching-job-at-south-florida/#respond Thu, 14 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-kj-hill-talks-career-path-from-ohio-state-to-nfl-to-first-coaching-job-at-south-florida/ 0 20260511163017_473607-tabs-05-14-audio-cover224708 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full A foundational member of Zone 6, former Ohio State wideout KJ Hill joins The Austin & Birm Show to talk about his unexpected career path that now sees him following in the footsteps of his former coaches and working to lead young men at South Florida. 00:20:22 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-brian-hartline-talks-decision-to-leave-ohio-state-his-vision-for-building-usf-program/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-brian-hartline-talks-decision-to-leave-ohio-state-his-vision-for-building-usf-program/#respond Wed, 13 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-brian-hartline-talks-decision-to-leave-ohio-state-his-vision-for-building-usf-program/ 0 20260511151658_565249-TABS-05-13-AUDIO-COVER666548 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Former Ohio State offensive coordinator and receivers coach Brian Hartline sat down with The Austin & Birm Show for a discussion on his December departure from the Buckeyes, his vision for building the South Florida program and more on the latest epis 00:28:18 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-rj-day-picks-northwestern-previewing-a-chat-with-brian-hartline/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-rj-day-picks-northwestern-previewing-a-chat-with-brian-hartline/#respond Tue, 12 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-rj-day-picks-northwestern-previewing-a-chat-with-brian-hartline/ 0 20260512125328_064997-Roosters-05-12-AUDIO-COVEFR146049 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's another fun, casual conversation at Roosters restaurant on Olentangy River Road as former Ohio State linebacker Bobby Carpenter and quarterback Justin Zwick—celebrating his 43rd birthday—join The Austin & Birm Show to talk about the latest b 00:42:17 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-intriguing-topics-questions-for-former-ohio-state-offensive-coordinator-brian-hartline/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-intriguing-topics-questions-for-former-ohio-state-offensive-coordinator-brian-hartline/#respond Tue, 12 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-intriguing-topics-questions-for-former-ohio-state-offensive-coordinator-brian-hartline/ 0 20260510135111_401008-TABS-05-12-AUDIO-COVER981687 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State legend and former offensive coordinator Brian Hartline has taken on a new challenge at South Florida. And with The Beat going on the road to catch up with him and some other former Buckeyes, Television’s Adam King had some questions on his mi 00:22:21 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-evaluating-how-proposed-changes-to-calendar-cfp-expansion-impact-ohio-state/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-evaluating-how-proposed-changes-to-calendar-cfp-expansion-impact-ohio-state/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-evaluating-how-proposed-changes-to-calendar-cfp-expansion-impact-ohio-state/ 0 20260507130427_404611-TABS-05-11-AUDIO-COVER966822 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full There is nothing certain to change just because the American Football Coaches Association has proposed tweaks to both the calendar and the College Football Playoff. But that group does have an influential voice in its own sport, and that makes the latest 00:23:10 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-questions-on-the-quarterback-run-game-recruiting-and-more/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-questions-on-the-quarterback-run-game-recruiting-and-more/#respond Fri, 08 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-questions-on-the-quarterback-run-game-recruiting-and-more/ 0 20260507174927_349201-tabs-audio-cover426101 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It’s the end of another off-season work week and The Austin & Birm Show are back with another Freaky Friday Mailbag edition of The Beat. Today the guys are answering viewer questions about the offensive line, Julian Sayin’s rushing requirements, r 00:30:53 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-analyzing-importance-impact-of-ohio-state-keeping-alabama-series-on-schedule/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-analyzing-importance-impact-of-ohio-state-keeping-alabama-series-on-schedule/#respond Thu, 07 May 2026 17:05:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-analyzing-importance-impact-of-ohio-state-keeping-alabama-series-on-schedule/ 0 20260507130618_464038-SJ-BAMA-AUDIO-COVER861155 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The Buckeyes made it clear they weren’t going to back out of the scheduled home-and-home, nonconference series with Alabama all along. But there was still a risk of cancellation on the Crimson Tide side until they confirmed on Thursday that they were al 00:12:00 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-too-early-over-unders-for-ohio-state-texas-as-buckeyes-look-for-third-straight-victory/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-too-early-over-unders-for-ohio-state-texas-as-buckeyes-look-for-third-straight-victory/#respond Thu, 07 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-too-early-over-unders-for-ohio-state-texas-as-buckeyes-look-for-third-straight-victory/ 0 20260506212706_898569-TABS-05-07-AUDIO788332 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State and Texas will square off for the third time in 20 months when the Buckeyes travel to Austin in September for a clash of what's likely to be two top-three ranked programs. Though there are months before that game takes place, The Austin & 00:25:54 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-recruiting-stock-watch-as-buckeyes-hit-trail-aggressively-for-top-targets/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-recruiting-stock-watch-as-buckeyes-hit-trail-aggressively-for-top-targets/#respond Wed, 06 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-recruiting-stock-watch-as-buckeyes-hit-trail-aggressively-for-top-targets/ 0 20260505131655_563706-TABS-0506-AUDIO-COVER641236 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is working the recruiting trail hard as they chase five-star running back David Gabriel-Georges and others around the country. On the latest episode of The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show, the guys talk recruiting and what it means as the 00:20:06 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-properly-appreciating-jeremiah-smith-in-midst-of-nonsensical-debates-about-ohio-state-star/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-properly-appreciating-jeremiah-smith-in-midst-of-nonsensical-debates-about-ohio-state-star/#respond Tue, 05 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-properly-appreciating-jeremiah-smith-in-midst-of-nonsensical-debates-about-ohio-state-star/ 0 20260504124752_968037-TABS-05-05-AUDIO-COVER921878 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Overrated, underrated or properly rated? For some reason Jeremiah Smith has found himself in the midst of debates about his place nationally in college football and how high his ceiling will be as a professional next year. That conversation about the Ohio 00:23:35 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-which-ohio-state-players-have-us-most-excited-after-spring/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-which-ohio-state-players-have-us-most-excited-after-spring/#respond Mon, 04 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-which-ohio-state-players-have-us-most-excited-after-spring/ 0 20260504123402_074910-Roosters-0504-AUDIO-COVER478125 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It’s time for another fun, casual conversation at Roosters on Olentangy River Road as former Ohio State players Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick join The Austin & Birm Show—as well as Roosters Nicole Cox—for a chat about the most recent Buckeyes 00:37:03 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-what-ohio-state-would-hypothetically-need-from-post-spring-transfer-portal/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-what-ohio-state-would-hypothetically-need-from-post-spring-transfer-portal/#respond Mon, 04 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-what-ohio-state-would-hypothetically-need-from-post-spring-transfer-portal/ 0 20260503171606_592512-tabs-0504-audio-cover937194 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Coaches didn’t want to deal with roster renegotiations after spring camp, and the tradeoff for that is there is no way to potentially fill any holes at this time of year the way there used to be. Maybe Ohio State coach Ryan Day or general manager Mark P 00:19:39 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-questions-about-the-future-of-college-football-position-swaps-and-more-2/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-questions-about-the-future-of-college-football-position-swaps-and-more-2/#respond Fri, 01 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-questions-about-the-future-of-college-football-position-swaps-and-more-2/ 0 20250520063648-AustinBirm2000x2000631011 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The latest Freaky Friday mailbag edition of The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show answers viewer questions about a number of interesting topics and includes a little bit of recruiting as well. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter 00:21:24 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-questions-about-the-future-of-college-football-position-swaps-and-more/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-questions-about-the-future-of-college-football-position-swaps-and-more/#respond Fri, 01 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-questions-about-the-future-of-college-football-position-swaps-and-more/ 0 20260430181615_882043-TABS-04-30-AUDIO-COVER602769 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The latest Freaky Friday mailbag edition of The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show answers viewer questions about a number of interesting topics and includes a little bit of recruiting as well. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter 00:21:24 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-three-thoughts-on-ohio-state-depth-julian-sayin-as-a-draft-prospect-and-more/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-three-thoughts-on-ohio-state-depth-julian-sayin-as-a-draft-prospect-and-more/#respond Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-three-thoughts-on-ohio-state-depth-julian-sayin-as-a-draft-prospect-and-more/ 0 20260429164241_397524-TABS-04-30-AUDIO-COVER659007 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's Thursday on The Beat and that means The Austin & Birm Show are diving into whatever random Ohio State thoughts they have this week. On today's show, the guys talk about the surprising lack of competition on a new roster, Julian Sayin as a draft 00:21:24 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-freshmen-who-shined-in-spring-camp-and-can-push-for-real-buckeyes-playing-time/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-freshmen-who-shined-in-spring-camp-and-can-push-for-real-buckeyes-playing-time/#respond Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-freshmen-who-shined-in-spring-camp-and-can-push-for-real-buckeyes-playing-time/ 0 20260428204536_152075-TABS-04-29-AUDIO-COVER507931 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Spring ball is wrapped up and the stock watch is getting ready to close up shop as well as the Buckeyes head into a pivotal stretch of development for a number of young, hopeful Ohio State freshmen. Which players made the biggest move in spring toward som 00:25:30 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-evaluating-strength-of-ohio-state-claim-as-nations-best-most-consistent-program/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-evaluating-strength-of-ohio-state-claim-as-nations-best-most-consistent-program/#respond Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-evaluating-strength-of-ohio-state-claim-as-nations-best-most-consistent-program/ 0 20260427212354_265911-tabs-04-28-audio-cover927272 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full After another record-setting NFL Draft on the heels of another College Football Playoff appearance, Ohio State remains on the shortest of short lists of contenders to claim the mantle as the best program in college football. Television’s Adam King makes 00:25:39 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-what-nfl-draft-success-means-for-ohio-state-impact-on-future-roster-building-for-buckeyes/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-what-nfl-draft-success-means-for-ohio-state-impact-on-future-roster-building-for-buckeyes/#respond Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-what-nfl-draft-success-means-for-ohio-state-impact-on-future-roster-building-for-buckeyes/ 0 20260426210423-TABS-04-27-AUDIO-COVER12512 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State once again set records in the NFL Draft after taking over the green room in Pittsburgh over the weekend, another undeniable reminder of the professional pipeline the program has established. Buckeyes coach Ryan Day and his staff can turn around 00:20:19 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-arthur-smith-renovating-buckeyes-offense-wide-receivers-and-more/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-arthur-smith-renovating-buckeyes-offense-wide-receivers-and-more/#respond Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-arthur-smith-renovating-buckeyes-offense-wide-receivers-and-more/ 0 20260423175110_620005-tabs-04-24-audio-cover524777 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State questions are still flying even as the Buckeyes hit their longest "break" of the football year. Today on The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show, the guys answer viewer questions all about the offense as Ryan Day's philosophy—and how it'll 00:37:53 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-jaylen-mcclain-once-again-proves-value-for-ohio-state-developing-into-leader-for-buckeyes/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-jaylen-mcclain-once-again-proves-value-for-ohio-state-developing-into-leader-for-buckeyes/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-jaylen-mcclain-once-again-proves-value-for-ohio-state-developing-into-leader-for-buckeyes/ 0 20260422154207_793074-TABS-04-23-AUDIO-COVER377955 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Spring practice is over but The Austin & Birm Show isn't done thinking about what they saw, heard and learned throughout the five weeks of work that Ohio State was able to get in through March and April. Today's Three Thoughts Thursday focuses on th 00:24:40 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-stocks-as-buckeyes-come-out-of-spring-ball-with-big-names-new-guys-rising/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-stocks-as-buckeyes-come-out-of-spring-ball-with-big-names-new-guys-rising/#respond Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-stocks-as-buckeyes-come-out-of-spring-ball-with-big-names-new-guys-rising/ 0 20260421144402_377940-TABS-04-22-AUDIO-COVER105345 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is done with spring football and that means there's only one chance left for The Austin & Birm Show to dive into a few more players who really seemed to make a move for the Buckeyes in April, including the best player in college football J 00:32:13 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-evaluating-what-spring-camp-meant-for-ohio-state-quarterbacks-key-questions-for-summer/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-evaluating-what-spring-camp-meant-for-ohio-state-quarterbacks-key-questions-for-summer/#respond Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-evaluating-what-spring-camp-meant-for-ohio-state-quarterbacks-key-questions-for-summer/ 0 20260420164333_960691-TABS-04-21-AUDIO-COVER537442 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The Buckeyes are heading into a quieter stretch of the offseason, but there is always noise surrounding the program in some form or fashion. Television’s Adam King dives straight into the discourse about the quarterbacks at Ohio State among the other to 00:26:30 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-spring-game-wraps-as-buckeyes-look-to-improve-out-of-spring/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-spring-game-wraps-as-buckeyes-look-to-improve-out-of-spring/#respond Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-spring-game-wraps-as-buckeyes-look-to-improve-out-of-spring/ 0 20260420123309_682876-Roosters-Cover-04-20-AUDIO503915 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State wrapped up its annual spring game on Saturday in front of 40,000 fans who braved the rain to watch Ryan Day's program and see where things have changed with 51 new players in Columbus. It was a fun, casual conversation at Roosters Restaurant i 00:38:43 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-breaking-down-ohio-state-spring-game-performances-areas-to-improve-in-offseason/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-breaking-down-ohio-state-spring-game-performances-areas-to-improve-in-offseason/#respond Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-breaking-down-ohio-state-spring-game-performances-areas-to-improve-in-offseason/ 0 20260419210934_194539-tabs-04-20-audio-cover126728 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Spring football is over at Ohio State, and the summer offseason has officially arrived after the exhibition scrimmage on Saturday in the Horseshoe. As the Buckeyes move on to the next phase of the year, former Ohio State captain Zach Boren breaks down wha 00:21:52 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-spring-ends-with-buckeyes-in-race-against-clock-to-keep-getting-better/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-spring-ends-with-buckeyes-in-race-against-clock-to-keep-getting-better/#respond Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:49:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-spring-ends-with-buckeyes-in-race-against-clock-to-keep-getting-better/ 0 20260418145018_105507-SJ-SPring-game-2026-audio-cover260993 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Snap Judgments from Ohio Stadium as the Buckeyes put a bow on their 2026 spring slate with their annual Scarlet and Gray scrimmage. CONNECT Website: https://www.10tv.com/ X: https://x.com/10TV Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WBNS10TV/ Instagram: https:/ 00:15:42 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-tyler-bowen-buckeyes-playing-depth-black-stripes-and-more/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-tyler-bowen-buckeyes-playing-depth-black-stripes-and-more/#respond Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:37:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-tyler-bowen-buckeyes-playing-depth-black-stripes-and-more/ 0 20260417113753_751356-tabs-04-17-AUDIO-cover491470 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It’s Friday and there’s one day left of spring football at Ohio State as the Buckeyes head into their spring game weekend hoping to answer some questions about where things are with the Scarlet and Gray. The Austin & Birm Show also has questions: 00:33:52 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-thoughts-as-buckeyes-prepare-to-wrap-spring-with-instructive-coaches-clinic/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-thoughts-as-buckeyes-prepare-to-wrap-spring-with-instructive-coaches-clinic/#respond Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-thoughts-as-buckeyes-prepare-to-wrap-spring-with-instructive-coaches-clinic/ 0 20260415131416_150710-TABS-04-16-AUDIO-COVER484288 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State thoughts from the indoor field at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center as The Austin & Birm break down what they're interested in hearing and seeing with two days left in spring football for the Buckeyes. Keep your home winter ready with The Wa 00:21:18 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-offensive-line-defensive-line-looking-for-depth-in-unique-spring-slate/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-offensive-line-defensive-line-looking-for-depth-in-unique-spring-slate/#respond Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:53:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-offensive-line-defensive-line-looking-for-depth-in-unique-spring-slate/ 0 20260415125331_422681-SJ-04-15-AUDIO-COVER802287 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Snap Judgments from Ohio State as the Buckeyes offensive line and defensive line met with the media following the 13th practice of the spring in Columbus. CONNECT Website: https://www.10tv.com/ X: https://x.com/10TV Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WBNS1 00:15:26 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-young-ohio-state-players-like-ian-moore-tj-alford-continue-to-rise-for-buckeyes/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-young-ohio-state-players-like-ian-moore-tj-alford-continue-to-rise-for-buckeyes/#respond Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-young-ohio-state-players-like-ian-moore-tj-alford-continue-to-rise-for-buckeyes/ 0 20260414174104_215488-tabs-04-15-audio-cover896708 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State has a number of young players emerging as the Buckeyes move toward the end of spring football including some key contributors who have taken full advantage of injuries that put them on the field. The latest stock watch from The Austin & Bir 00:31:55 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-spring-game-format-key-buckeyes-to-watch-in-scrimmage/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-spring-game-format-key-buckeyes-to-watch-in-scrimmage/#respond Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-spring-game-format-key-buckeyes-to-watch-in-scrimmage/ 0 20260413141420_919051-Roosters-0413-AUDIO-COVER80934 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It’s time for another fun, casual conversation at Roosters restaurant on Olentangy River Road with former Ohio State linebacker Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick. This week, the guys join Austin and Birm to dive into the format that the Buckeyes will use 00:31:03 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-assessing-value-of-ohio-state-spring-game-pressing-questions-for-buckeyes-up-front/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-assessing-value-of-ohio-state-spring-game-pressing-questions-for-buckeyes-up-front/#respond Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-assessing-value-of-ohio-state-spring-game-pressing-questions-for-buckeyes-up-front/ 0 20260413185144_085697-tabs-04-14-audio-cover223205 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is going to have as much live football as it can manage on Saturday in the Horseshoe, which is a change from some of the lighter, celebratory exhibitions from the previous few years. So, how much value will there be to the final practice of spr 00:26:26 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-starts-final-week-of-spring-camp-with-intriguing-storylines-competitions/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-starts-final-week-of-spring-camp-with-intriguing-storylines-competitions/#respond Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-starts-final-week-of-spring-camp-with-intriguing-storylines-competitions/ 0 20260412225143-tabs-04-13-audio-cover908850 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is down to the final handful of practices and one closing scrimmage in the Horseshoe before spring camp comes to a close. The Buckeyes have obviously accomplished plenty over the last month in the Woody Hayes Athletic Center, but there is still 00:19:41 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-running-backs-have-full-faith-from-carlos-locklyn-despite-injury-woes/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-running-backs-have-full-faith-from-carlos-locklyn-despite-injury-woes/#respond Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:34:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-running-backs-have-full-faith-from-carlos-locklyn-despite-injury-woes/ 0 20260410123444_452709-SJ-AUDIO-COVER112327 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Snap Judgments following the latest Ohio State spring football practice as running backs coach Carlos Lockyn dished on his talented but injury-riddled Buckeyes tailbacks. CONNECT Website: https://www.10tv.com/ X: https://x.com/10TV Facebook:https://www.fa 00:13:43 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-tavien-st-clair-buckeyes-offensive-line-strength-and-more/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-tavien-st-clair-buckeyes-offensive-line-strength-and-more/#respond Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-tavien-st-clair-buckeyes-offensive-line-strength-and-more/ 0 20260409183624_600916-tabs-04-10-audio-cover378551 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is one week away from the end of spring football and the Buckeyes are rallying toward a big spring finish. The Austin & Birm Show is answering viewer questions on the latest Freaky Friday episode of The Beat. Keep your home winter ready wit 00:35:42 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-football-thoughts-on-receiver-depth-buckeyes-run-game-concerns-and-more/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-football-thoughts-on-receiver-depth-buckeyes-run-game-concerns-and-more/#respond Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:10:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-football-thoughts-on-receiver-depth-buckeyes-run-game-concerns-and-more/ 0 20260408131037_291667-TABS-04-09-AUDIO-COVER30734 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State football is hurdling toward the end of spring football and the Buckeyes have a number of remaining questions that The Austin & Birm Show are trying to find their thoughts about those things on the latest episode of The Beat. Keep your home 00:20:24 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-defensive-backs-confidence-growing-despite-new-names-faces-roles/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-defensive-backs-confidence-growing-despite-new-names-faces-roles/#respond Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:42:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-defensive-backs-confidence-growing-despite-new-names-faces-roles/ 0 20260408124305_649056-SJ-04-08-AUDIO-COVER673526 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State football had practice No. 10 of its spring slate and following the day's workouts a handful of Buckeyes defensive backs, along with cornerbacks and safeties coaches Tim Walton and Matt Guerrieri, met with the media to update their efforts to d 00:12:29 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-offensive-linemen-getting-major-chance-to-prove-they-belong-with-buckeyes/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-offensive-linemen-getting-major-chance-to-prove-they-belong-with-buckeyes/#respond Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-offensive-linemen-getting-major-chance-to-prove-they-belong-with-buckeyes/ 0 20260406123507_659596-TABS-04-08-AUDIO-COVER988475 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State has a handful of players missing the remainder of this spring which means that a handful of Buckeyes now have a chance to find out exactly how they fit into the progam over a pivotal two weeks before the spring football game. Keep your home win 00:18:30 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-key-questions-emerging-answers-as-ohio-state-enters-homestretch-of-spring-camp/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-key-questions-emerging-answers-as-ohio-state-enters-homestretch-of-spring-camp/#respond Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-key-questions-emerging-answers-as-ohio-state-enters-homestretch-of-spring-camp/ 0 20260406183911_999463-tabs-04-07-audio-cover872490 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The Buckeyes were back on the practice field at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center on Monday for Camp Day No. 9, and coach Ryan Day provided a handful of updates on the progress of his roster when it was over. With the clock starting to wind down before the 00:22:42 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-offensive-line-shuffle-student-appreciation-day-takeaways/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-offensive-line-shuffle-student-appreciation-day-takeaways/#respond Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-offensive-line-shuffle-student-appreciation-day-takeaways/ 0 20260406140817_263455-ROOSTERS-04-06-AUDIO-COVER736752 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State has a handful of players missing the remainder of this spring which means that a handful of Buckeyes now have a chance to find out exactly how they fit into the progam over a pivotal two weeks before the spring football game. Keep your home win 00:37:14 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-overreactions-analysis-as-ohio-state-opens-student-appreciation-day-scrimmage/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-overreactions-analysis-as-ohio-state-opens-student-appreciation-day-scrimmage/#respond Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-overreactions-analysis-as-ohio-state-opens-student-appreciation-day-scrimmage/ 0 20260405122743_216640-TABS-0406-AUDIO-COVER841719 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State had a large crowd of students, former players and media members in the Woody Hayes Athletic Center for Spring Practice No. 8 on Saturday. With plenty of new information to break down about the Buckeyes, former captain Zach Boren joined Austin W 00:21:27 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-two-ohio-state-black-stripes-removed-buckeyes-offensive-line-ailments-in-spotlight/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-two-ohio-state-black-stripes-removed-buckeyes-offensive-line-ailments-in-spotlight/#respond Sat, 04 Apr 2026 16:48:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-two-ohio-state-black-stripes-removed-buckeyes-offensive-line-ailments-in-spotlight/ 0 20260404124835_985561-Sj-0404-audio-cover501672 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State had an open practice on Saturday for its annual student apprecation day and a couple of new injuries and two black stripe removals were among the day's biggest talking points. This is Snap Judgments from the Woody Hayes Athletic Center as the 00:11:26 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-block-o-favorites-the-butterfly-effect-and-buckeyes-versatility/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-block-o-favorites-the-butterfly-effect-and-buckeyes-versatility/#respond Fri, 03 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-block-o-favorites-the-butterfly-effect-and-buckeyes-versatility/ 0 20260402174712_547209-tabs-04-03-audio-cover941996 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State football is at the midpoint of the spring football schedule and The Austin & Birm Show are diving back into the mailbag for another freaky Friday edition of The Beat. Today's show talks Block O favorites, the Buckeyes roster versatility, l 00:37:26 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-linebackers-in-spotlight-nate-roberts-ready-to-take-on-role-as-te1/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-linebackers-in-spotlight-nate-roberts-ready-to-take-on-role-as-te1/#respond Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:32:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-linebackers-in-spotlight-nate-roberts-ready-to-take-on-role-as-te1/ 0 20260402123319_150606-SJ04-02-audio-cover337362 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State had its seventh spring football practice and following the day's events there were a smattering of players and coaches who met with the media to discuss the latest in the Buckeyes efforts for 2026. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com 00:12:48 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-talk-ahead-of-key-buckeyes-weekend-questions-for-linebackers-and-tight-ends/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-talk-ahead-of-key-buckeyes-weekend-questions-for-linebackers-and-tight-ends/#respond Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-talk-ahead-of-key-buckeyes-weekend-questions-for-linebackers-and-tight-ends/ 0 20260401155642_495130-tabs-4-2-audio-cover594672 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is hitting the midway point of the 2026 spring football schedule and there are plenty of things to talk about on The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show. Today's discussion centers on what we've come to understand over the first three weeks, 00:26:47 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-freshmen-turning-heads-as-buckeyes-hit-pivotal-point-of-spring-practice-slate/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-freshmen-turning-heads-as-buckeyes-hit-pivotal-point-of-spring-practice-slate/#respond Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-freshmen-turning-heads-as-buckeyes-hit-pivotal-point-of-spring-practice-slate/ 0 20260331194530_295682-tabs-04-01-audio-cover978669 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State has a few freshmen turning heads through the Buckeyes first six practices of spring football and at least one of them, receiver Brock Boyd, is a bit of a surprise to the outside world. The Austin & Birm Show talk about Boyd, Jay Timmons and 00:32:37 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-offense-getting-comfortable-as-buckeyes-work-through-new-names-faces/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-offense-getting-comfortable-as-buckeyes-work-through-new-names-faces/#respond Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:25:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-offense-getting-comfortable-as-buckeyes-work-through-new-names-faces/ 0 20260331122535_421198-sj-03-31-audio-cover400899 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State head coach Ryan Day met with the media following Tuesday morning's practice at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center and updated the media on the latest round of information about his 2026 Buckeyes. Following his press conferece, The Austin & Bi 00:11:25 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-pressing-questions-for-ryan-day-ohio-state-heading-into-third-week-of-spring-camp/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-pressing-questions-for-ryan-day-ohio-state-heading-into-third-week-of-spring-camp/#respond Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-pressing-questions-for-ryan-day-ohio-state-heading-into-third-week-of-spring-camp/ 0 20260330181240_404352-tabs-03-31-audio-cover355287 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The Buckeyes are getting back on the practice field for the sixth time in spring camp at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center, which just so happens to coincide with a TalKing Tuesday with Television’s Adam King on The Beat. Ohio State coach Ryan Day will an 00:22:57 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-practice-rolls-on-as-buckeyes-hit-midpoint-of-spring-ball/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-practice-rolls-on-as-buckeyes-hit-midpoint-of-spring-ball/#respond Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-practice-rolls-on-as-buckeyes-hit-midpoint-of-spring-ball/ 0 20260330123722_917712-Roosters-0330-AUDIO-COVER369672 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Week three of spring football has arrived for Ohio State and it's a pivotal one for the Buckeyes on both sides of the football. The Live Show at Roosters is another fun, casual conversation about the week that was and the week ahead for the Buckeyes and 00:37:30 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-analyzing-impact-of-early-black-stripe-removals-at-ohio-state-week-two-takeaways/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-analyzing-impact-of-early-black-stripe-removals-at-ohio-state-week-two-takeaways/#respond Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-analyzing-impact-of-early-black-stripe-removals-at-ohio-state-week-two-takeaways/ 0 20260329195227_951680-tabs-03-30-audio-cover496816 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State has two weeks of spring camp already in the bank, and a handful of players are already making enough of an impact to get black stripes removed from their helmets. Former Buckeyes captain Zach Boren takes stock of what that means on both sides o 00:26:21 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-jeremiah-smith-has-frustrating-practice-cortez-hankton-settling-in-at-ohio-state/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-jeremiah-smith-has-frustrating-practice-cortez-hankton-settling-in-at-ohio-state/#respond Sat, 28 Mar 2026 17:05:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-jeremiah-smith-has-frustrating-practice-cortez-hankton-settling-in-at-ohio-state/ 0 20260328130539_960131-SJ-AUDI-COVER-0328361325 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Spring Practice No. 5 was labeled as a frustrating one for the best player in college football, another reminder of how high the standard is for Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith. The superstar chatted with the media at the Woody Hayes Athletic Cent 00:12:41 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-art-smith-and-the-redzone-julian-sayin-and-the-run-game-more/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-art-smith-and-the-redzone-julian-sayin-and-the-run-game-more/#respond Fri, 27 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-art-smith-and-the-redzone-julian-sayin-and-the-run-game-more/ 0 20260326165600_301113-tabs-03-27-audio-cover540121 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State has a number of new pieces but none are going to be more scrutinized this offseason than the hiring of Arthur Smith, a coach who is working to revitalize the Buckeyes run game and short-yardage offense after a decade-long stretch of unparallele 00:31:32 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-defense-changes-excite-matt-patricia-james-smith-learning-buckeyes-life/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-defense-changes-excite-matt-patricia-james-smith-learning-buckeyes-life/#respond Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:51:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-defense-changes-excite-matt-patricia-james-smith-learning-buckeyes-life/ 0 20260326125216_041286-SJ-03-26-AUDIO-COVER592707 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State finished practice No. 4 on Thursday and then a handful of Buckeyes representatives, including defensive coordinator Matt Patricia, met with the media. Following that session, The Austin & Birm Show shared some snap judgments on what they sa 00:17:41 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-defensive-coordinator-matt-patricia-buckeyes-defenders-in-focus-on-thursday/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-defensive-coordinator-matt-patricia-buckeyes-defenders-in-focus-on-thursday/#respond Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-defensive-coordinator-matt-patricia-buckeyes-defenders-in-focus-on-thursday/ 0 20260325163228_640134-tabs03-26-audio-cover675885 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Another Buckeyes practice has arrived and following Thursday morning's session The Austin & Birm Show will get the chance to pick a few Ohio State brains but before then, there are some thoughts on their minds about what practice No. 4 in Columbus co 00:19:14 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-pro-day-provides-final-showcase-for-sonny-styles-carnell-tate/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-pro-day-provides-final-showcase-for-sonny-styles-carnell-tate/#respond Wed, 25 Mar 2026 20:06:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-pro-day-provides-final-showcase-for-sonny-styles-carnell-tate/ 0 20260325160658_635544-SJ-NFL-Pro-Day-AUDIO-COVER269035 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State had its pro day on Wednesday and The Austin & Birm Show was there to take in the sights and hear some final sounds from future first-round picks Sonny Styles and Carnell Tate. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com ⮞ SOCIALS | OHIO\ 00:20:42 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-pro-day-on-center-stage-and-former-current-buckeyes-look-to-seize-big-moment/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-pro-day-on-center-stage-and-former-current-buckeyes-look-to-seize-big-moment/#respond Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-pro-day-on-center-stage-and-former-current-buckeyes-look-to-seize-big-moment/ 0 20260324133709_051120-tabs-03-25-audio-cover551292 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State pro day is here and there are a handful of former and current Buckeyes players who have a chance to make a big impact in front of the more than 150 NFL personnel expected at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. Keep your home winter ready with The 00:17:43 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-returns-to-practice-field-as-arhur-smith-brandon-inniss-look-for-growth/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-returns-to-practice-field-as-arhur-smith-brandon-inniss-look-for-growth/#respond Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:03:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-returns-to-practice-field-as-arhur-smith-brandon-inniss-look-for-growth/ 0 20260324130419_688207-SJ-03-24-AUDIO-COVER992613 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is back on the practice field and the Buckeyes put on their pads for practice number three. Following practice, a handful of Ohio State representatives met with the media and following that it was time for some Snap Judgments from The Austin &a 00:13:44 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-gets-back-to-work-questions-for-buckeyes-oc-arthur-smith/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-gets-back-to-work-questions-for-buckeyes-oc-arthur-smith/#respond Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:30:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-gets-back-to-work-questions-for-buckeyes-oc-arthur-smith/ 0 20260324053059_598451-TABS-0324-audio-cover612316 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full With the acclimation period over and spring break in the rearview mirror, Ohio State is putting on the pads as camp resumes on Tuesday at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. After Practice No. 3, new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith, veteran linemen Carson 00:21:53 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-basketball-postmortem-what-to-watch-in-spring-football-return/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-basketball-postmortem-what-to-watch-in-spring-football-return/#respond Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-basketball-postmortem-what-to-watch-in-spring-football-return/ 0 20260323130754_620137-roosters-03-23-audio-cover543504 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State basketball ended its season and the Buckeyes future was a major topic of discussion in Columbus over the weekend and that's where The Austin & Birm Show starts the latest episode of The Live Show at Roosters. Former Buckeyes quarterback Ju 00:44:13 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-football-keys-after-spring-break-buckeyes-basketball-fans-catch-strays/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-football-keys-after-spring-break-buckeyes-basketball-fans-catch-strays/#respond Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-football-keys-after-spring-break-buckeyes-basketball-fans-catch-strays/ 0 20260322171256_531199-tabs-03-23-audio-cover954451 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The Beat is back with another round of The Boren Blitz on The Austin & Birm Show as Jeremy Birmingham and former Buckeyes captain Zach Boren break down the latest in Ohio State sports with the Scarlet and Gray returning from spring break ready to put 00:35:42 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-ponders-jeremiah-smith-legacy-buckeyes-cornerback-futures/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-ponders-jeremiah-smith-legacy-buckeyes-cornerback-futures/#respond Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-ponders-jeremiah-smith-legacy-buckeyes-cornerback-futures/ 0 20260317145702_546971-TABS-03-20-AUDIO-COVER763249 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full We’ve reached another Friday and that means The Austin & Birm Show are taking viewer questions on The Beat. This week, there’s a focus on Jeremiah Smith and his legacy, the Spring practice heroes that have come and gone and more. Keep your home wi 00:38:15 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-receivers-easing-concerns-things-we-hope-for-clarity-on-in-week-two/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-receivers-easing-concerns-things-we-hope-for-clarity-on-in-week-two/#respond Thu, 19 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-receivers-easing-concerns-things-we-hope-for-clarity-on-in-week-two/ 0 20260317145320_284578-TABS-03-19-AUDIO-COVER120908 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It’s another Three Thoughts Thursday on The Beat with The Austin & Birm Show as the guys share their thoughts on what they know after two Buckeyes practices and what they’re still hoping to get answered as Ohio State returns to the practice field 00:23:21 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-unsung-heroes-as-buckeyes-future-stars-leaders-begin-to-emerge-in-spring/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-unsung-heroes-as-buckeyes-future-stars-leaders-begin-to-emerge-in-spring/#respond Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-unsung-heroes-as-buckeyes-future-stars-leaders-begin-to-emerge-in-spring/ 0 20260317135237-tabs-03-18-audio-cover642205 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State has its established leaders and expected stars but the first two practices of spring and the recent announcement of 'Iron Buckeyes' have brought some new names and faces to the forefront of the Scarlet and Gray program now and, likely, in the 00:27:45 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-first-impressions-in-spring-camp-new-questions-for-buckeyes/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-first-impressions-in-spring-camp-new-questions-for-buckeyes/#respond Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-first-impressions-in-spring-camp-new-questions-for-buckeyes/ 0 20260316184615_535684-tabs03-17-audio492758 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State had a pair of open viewing periods of practice as spring camp opened, which provided some answers while also prompting a fresh batch of questions about the Buckeyes. Television’s Adam King joined Austin Ward as always for a TalKing Tuesday to 00:25:12 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-tourney-talk-buckeyes-coaches-pushing-right-buttons-early/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-tourney-talk-buckeyes-coaches-pushing-right-buttons-early/#respond Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-tourney-talk-buckeyes-coaches-pushing-right-buttons-early/ 0 20260316124854_180486-ROOSTERS-0316-A-COVER583364 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's time for another fun, casual conversation at Roosters restaurant on Olentangy River Road in Columbus as The Austin & Birm Show talks the latest in Buckeyes sports Former Ohio State quarterback Justin Zwick, Lettermen Row's Spencer Holbrook and 00:44:55 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-takeaways-from-first-week-of-ohio-state-spring-camp-buckeyes-turning-heads/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-takeaways-from-first-week-of-ohio-state-spring-camp-buckeyes-turning-heads/#respond Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-takeaways-from-first-week-of-ohio-state-spring-camp-buckeyes-turning-heads/ 0 20260315223800_957005-tabs-03-16-AUDIO-cover106562 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The acclimation period of spring camp at Ohio State is complete, and there is a week’s worth of conversation from the Woody Hayes Athletic Center to dive into on The Beat. While the Buckeyes are heading on Spring Break, the coverage of the program rolls 00:20:11 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-wraps-first-week-of-camp-mailbag-questions-for-buckeyes/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-wraps-first-week-of-camp-mailbag-questions-for-buckeyes/#respond Fri, 13 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-wraps-first-week-of-camp-mailbag-questions-for-buckeyes/ 0 20260313002150_174204-tabs-03-13-audio-cover31269 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is two practices into spring camp and heading for a break in the action. But with the acclimation period in the rearview mirror and a couple open windows for Austin and Birm to watch and evaluate, The Beat opened up the mailbag to tackle a fres 00:32:57 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-intensity-ramps-up-leadership-setting-tone-early-in-spring-camp/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-intensity-ramps-up-leadership-setting-tone-early-in-spring-camp/#respond Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:25:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-intensity-ramps-up-leadership-setting-tone-early-in-spring-camp/ 0 20260312121817-SJ-AUDIO-COVER213416 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State was back on the practice field for the second time in spring camp with a morning workout on Thursday at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. After that high-intensity workout, veteran Buckeyes Julian Sayin and Kenyatta Jackson chatted with the medi 00:16:08 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-bumps-salary-pool-key-things-for-practice-two-and-potential-captains-questions/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-bumps-salary-pool-key-things-for-practice-two-and-potential-captains-questions/#respond Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-bumps-salary-pool-key-things-for-practice-two-and-potential-captains-questions/ 0 20260311135514-tabs-03-12-audio-cover393379 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State will have its second spring practice of 2026 on Thursday and that means there are three things on the minds of The Austin & Birm Show as the Buckeyes lace up their cleats at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. It's a Three Thoughts Thursday i 00:28:34 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-stocks-as-new-names-returning-stars-shine-during-buckeyes-opening-practice/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-stocks-as-new-names-returning-stars-shine-during-buckeyes-opening-practice/#respond Wed, 11 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-stocks-as-new-names-returning-stars-shine-during-buckeyes-opening-practice/ 0 20260310132216-TABS-03-11-AUDIO-COVER910034 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State returned to the practice field for the first time since its season ending losses to Indiana and Miami and with more than 50 new players, the first spring stock watch of the 2026 season is a loaded one. Keep your home winter ready with The Water 00:21:31 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-new-faces-physical-changes-lead-the-way-as-buckeyes-return-to-practice/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-new-faces-physical-changes-lead-the-way-as-buckeyes-return-to-practice/#respond Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:54:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-new-faces-physical-changes-lead-the-way-as-buckeyes-return-to-practice/ 0 20260310125527-SJ-VIDEO-COVER-03-10492344 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is back on the practice field for the first time this spring and a ton of new names and faces highighted the day, including feedback from Ryan Day following the the day's workout. ⮞ Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com ⮞ SOCIALS | OHIO 00:17:42 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-offensive-defensive-questions-as-buckeyes-return-to-spring-practice-field/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-offensive-defensive-questions-as-buckeyes-return-to-spring-practice-field/#respond Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-offensive-defensive-questions-as-buckeyes-return-to-spring-practice-field/ 0 20260309160850-tabs-03-10-audio-cover76573 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The Buckeyes are back on the practice field on Tuesday morning and that means The Austin & Birm Show will get some questions answered after a wild two month-long hiatus from actual football at Ohio State. The latest Talking Tuesday edition of The Beat 00:33:43 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-basketball-makes-a-run-buckeyes-spring-practice-kicks-off/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-basketball-makes-a-run-buckeyes-spring-practice-kicks-off/#respond Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-basketball-makes-a-run-buckeyes-spring-practice-kicks-off/ 0 20260309125021-Roosters-0309-audio-cov-er507349 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is back on the football field and The Austin & Birm Show is back at Roosters restaurant on Olentangy River Road for a fun, casual conversation about all things Buckeyes sports with former Ohio State players Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick. 00:44:13 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-previewing-ohio-state-spring-practice-picking-buckeyes-who-need-big-camps/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-previewing-ohio-state-spring-practice-picking-buckeyes-who-need-big-camps/#respond Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-previewing-ohio-state-spring-practice-picking-buckeyes-who-need-big-camps/ 0 20260308161955-TABS-0309-VIDEO-COVER555408 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The start of spring practice is nearly here, and Ohio State will kick off camp on Tuesday at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. Former Buckeyes captain Zach Boren broke down his picks for players to watch, positions that need to improve and what coach Ryan 00:20:12 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-talks-superlatives-freshmen-standouts-buckeyes-pass-rush/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-talks-superlatives-freshmen-standouts-buckeyes-pass-rush/#respond Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-talks-superlatives-freshmen-standouts-buckeyes-pass-rush/ 0 20260305131035-TABS-0306-AUDIO-COVER694857 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State mailbag questions from viewers of The Austin & Birm Show as the Buckeyes head into their final weekend of the off-season. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, members 00:40:55 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-may-finally-solve-special-teams-challenges-with-new-coach-new-kicker-additions/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-may-finally-solve-special-teams-challenges-with-new-coach-new-kicker-additions/#respond Thu, 05 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-may-finally-solve-special-teams-challenges-with-new-coach-new-kicker-additions/ 0 20260304150332-TABS-0305-AUDIO-COVER585732 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's the final position preview/review before Ohio State returns to the practice field and Thursday's episode of The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show focuses on special teams and how new personnel, new coaches and maybe a new approach to special tea 00:25:31 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-leaning-on-jaylen-mcclain-transfers-to-replace-caleb-downs-in-buckeyes-defense/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-leaning-on-jaylen-mcclain-transfers-to-replace-caleb-downs-in-buckeyes-defense/#respond Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-leaning-on-jaylen-mcclain-transfers-to-replace-caleb-downs-in-buckeyes-defense/ 0 20260303155753-tabs-03-03-audio-cover432170 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's never easy to replace an All-American but the Buckeyes will do their best to not skip a beat as they try and find Jaylen McClain some help at safety, a room that saw other significant changes as well this offseason. It's the latest position review/ 00:21:38 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-biggest-ohio-state-spring-storylines-buckeyes-to-watch-in-camp/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-biggest-ohio-state-spring-storylines-buckeyes-to-watch-in-camp/#respond Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-biggest-ohio-state-spring-storylines-buckeyes-to-watch-in-camp/ 0 20260302182722-03-03-TABS-AUDIO-COVER259467 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full March is here, and the first Talking Tuesday of the month is already diving into the start of spring practice at Ohio State. There is still a week to go before the Buckeyes are back on the field, but Television’s Adam King has plenty on his mind as alwa 00:27:06 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-fun-casual-conversation-as-ohio-state-cruises-to-2026-spring-football/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-fun-casual-conversation-as-ohio-state-cruises-to-2026-spring-football/#respond Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-fun-casual-conversation-as-ohio-state-cruises-to-2026-spring-football/ 0 20260302130404-roosters-03-02-audio-podcast398385 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State football is inching ever closer to its return as the Buckeyes are now one week away from starting spring football in Columbus. This week, a fun casual conversation at Roosters addresses that impending return, celebrates the retirement of legend 00:50:46 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-evaluating-ohio-state-winter-offseason-moves-gearing-up-for-spring-practice/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-evaluating-ohio-state-winter-offseason-moves-gearing-up-for-spring-practice/#respond Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-evaluating-ohio-state-winter-offseason-moves-gearing-up-for-spring-practice/ 0 20260301184613-tabs-03-02-audio-cover623749 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full With two full months of offseason activity in the bank, Ohio State is nearing the next phase with spring practice starting in a week at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center. As the Buckeyes wind down winter workouts, former Ohio State captain Zach Boren takes 00:18:39 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-quarterback-run-game-offensive-line-development-and-more/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-quarterback-run-game-offensive-line-development-and-more/#respond Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-quarterback-run-game-offensive-line-development-and-more/ 0 20260220161559-TABS-02-27-AUDIO-COVER583056 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Welcome back to The Beat courtesy of The Austin & Birm Show for another Freaky Friday mailbag edition of the show were the guys take viewer questions about all things Ohio State football. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Ener 00:37:13 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-jermaine-mathews-needs-to-emerge-as-ohio-state-top-cornerback-as-tim-walton-resets-room/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-jermaine-mathews-needs-to-emerge-as-ohio-state-top-cornerback-as-tim-walton-resets-room/#respond Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-jermaine-mathews-needs-to-emerge-as-ohio-state-top-cornerback-as-tim-walton-resets-room/ 0 20260220155919-TABS-02-26-AUDIO-COVER43874 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State cornerbacks must have big talent and small memories and Jermaine Mathews having both will matter a lot for the Buckeyes heading into the 2026 season. It's the latest position review/preview on The Austin & Birm Show. Keep your home winter 00:25:53 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-james-laurinaitis-has-raised-ohio-state-play-expectations-at-linebacker-heading-to-2026/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-james-laurinaitis-has-raised-ohio-state-play-expectations-at-linebacker-heading-to-2026/#respond Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-james-laurinaitis-has-raised-ohio-state-play-expectations-at-linebacker-heading-to-2026/ 0 20260220154702-TABS-02-25-AUDIO-COVEFR437638 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State linebackers coach James Laurinaitis has quickly changed the talent and expectations in his position room heading into year three as an assistant coach for Ryan Day and the Buckeyes. On the latest position review/preview on The Austin & Birm 00:25:54 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-role-in-big-ten-push-for-playoff-expansion-offseason-workout-intrigue/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-role-in-big-ten-push-for-playoff-expansion-offseason-workout-intrigue/#respond Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-role-in-big-ten-push-for-playoff-expansion-offseason-workout-intrigue/ 0 20260223163645-TABS-02-24-AUDIO-COVEWR164362 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The Buckeyes are two weeks out from the start of spring practice, and there are still numerous questions about what the offseason workouts will produce for the roster. But Television’s Adam King is also already peering ahead further into the future with 00:26:04 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-julian-sayin-is-growing-leadership-ohio-state-insight-from-buckeye-cruise/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-julian-sayin-is-growing-leadership-ohio-state-insight-from-buckeye-cruise/#respond Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-julian-sayin-is-growing-leadership-ohio-state-insight-from-buckeye-cruise/ 0 20260222141706-TABS-02-22-AUDIO-COVER59118 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Fresh back from a stint on the Buckeye Cruise for Cancer, former Ohio State captain Zach Boren shared some insight on the current players who made the trip this offseason. Ohio State is also expecting to have defensive coordinator Matt Patricia back for a 00:19:32 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-self-scouting-buckeyes-culture-continuing-to-win-retained-depth/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-self-scouting-buckeyes-culture-continuing-to-win-retained-depth/#respond Thu, 19 Feb 2026 20:31:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-self-scouting-buckeyes-culture-continuing-to-win-retained-depth/ 0 20260219153225-tabs-02-20-audio-cover496688 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The off-season is rolling along and The Austin & Birm Show is back with another Freaky Friday Mailbag edition of the show as they answer viewer questions about all things Ohio State football. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter 00:37:08 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-defensive-tackle-room-gets-reset-as-incoming-transfers-eddrick-houston-star/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-defensive-tackle-room-gets-reset-as-incoming-transfers-eddrick-houston-star/#respond Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-defensive-tackle-room-gets-reset-as-incoming-transfers-eddrick-houston-star/ 0 20260218145401-TABS-02-19-AUDIO-COVER350652 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Larry Johnson did a phenomenal job in 2025 and had an All-American tackle with Kayden McDonald leading the way but in 2026 it's a brand new group including transfers and freshman and someone has to step up for the Buckeyes in a big way. The 2026 position 00:26:56 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-has-group-of-unproven-talented-defensive-ends-for-larry-johnson-matt-patricia/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-has-group-of-unproven-talented-defensive-ends-for-larry-johnson-matt-patricia/#respond Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-has-group-of-unproven-talented-defensive-ends-for-larry-johnson-matt-patricia/ 0 20260217182224-TABS-02-18-AUDIO-COVER819862 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The Beat is back for another position review/preview on The Austin & Birm Show as the guys take a look at the depth—and inexperience—of the defensive end position for Ohio State as it heads into the 2026 season. Keep your home winter ready with Th 00:29:38 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-analyzing-matt-patricia-impact-at-ohio-state-future-with-buckeyes-and-broyles-snub/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-analyzing-matt-patricia-impact-at-ohio-state-future-with-buckeyes-and-broyles-snub/#respond Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-analyzing-matt-patricia-impact-at-ohio-state-future-with-buckeyes-and-broyles-snub/ 0 20260216172044-tabs-02-17-AUDIO-COVER42174 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full There is no Ohio State press conference scheduled at this point of the week, but that won’t stop Television’s Adam King from diving into questions for the program — or ranting about another awards snub for the Buckeyes. With Matt Patricia on the bri 00:25:55 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-off-season-dwindles-buckeyes-coaching-staff-to-do-for-spring/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-off-season-dwindles-buckeyes-coaching-staff-to-do-for-spring/#respond Mon, 16 Feb 2026 20:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-off-season-dwindles-buckeyes-coaching-staff-to-do-for-spring/ 0 20260216141444-Roosters-02-16-AUDIO-COVER637310 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Former Ohio State linebacker Bobby Carpenter and quarterback Justin Zwick join The Austin & Birm Show at Roosters restaurant for a fun, casual conversation about the latest in Buckeyes football. This week, the guys—and Roosters Nicole Cox—get read 00:45:09 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-looking-for-new-fiery-leaders-to-emerge-in-winter-workouts/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-looking-for-new-fiery-leaders-to-emerge-in-winter-workouts/#respond Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-looking-for-new-fiery-leaders-to-emerge-in-winter-workouts/ 0 20260215123540-TABS-02-16-AUDIO-COVER980817 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The winter workout phase for Ohio State isn’t just about physical transformations. The Buckeyes are also finding out who can provide the kind of leadership needed to get them back on top of the College Football Playoff, and that requires handling advers 00:22:29 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-matt-patricia-potential-offense-defensive-mvps-tempo-and-more/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-matt-patricia-potential-offense-defensive-mvps-tempo-and-more/#respond Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-matt-patricia-potential-offense-defensive-mvps-tempo-and-more/ 0 20260212145844-TABS-02-13-AUDIO-COVER791323 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full We've made it through another off-season week with The Austin & Birm Show and the Freaky Friday mailbag edition is back to celebrate. This week the guys answer viewer questions about a number of Buckeyes-related topics, including how Ohio State could 00:38:25 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-tight-end-usage-performance-under-scrutiny-as-keenan-bailey-resets-key-room/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-tight-end-usage-performance-under-scrutiny-as-keenan-bailey-resets-key-room/#respond Thu, 12 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-tight-end-usage-performance-under-scrutiny-as-keenan-bailey-resets-key-room/ 0 20260211152707-tabs-02-20-audio-cover160591 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State wants to use its tight ends and wants to use a lot of them but the Buckeyes weren't always effective in 2025 despite a productive statistical season for Max Klare and others. In the latest position review/preview, The Austin & Birm Show ex 00:24:39 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/talking-stuff-jamier-brown-on-ohio-state-commitment-coaching-changes-school-changes-nil-fight/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/talking-stuff-jamier-brown-on-ohio-state-commitment-coaching-changes-school-changes-nil-fight/#respond Wed, 11 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/talking-stuff-jamier-brown-on-ohio-state-commitment-coaching-changes-school-changes-nil-fight/ 0 20260211104010-TS-Jamier-Brown-AUDIO-Cover155785 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State five-star commitment Jamier Brown has seen a lot of changes in his life and recruitment in the last few months but the country's No. 3-ranked wide receiver still remains firmly committed to the Buckeyes amidst and talks about that, his relatio 00:17:38 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-offensive-line-should-be-solidified-with-experience-talent-at-guard-center-2/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-offensive-line-should-be-solidified-with-experience-talent-at-guard-center-2/#respond Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:02:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-offensive-line-should-be-solidified-with-experience-talent-at-guard-center-2/ 0 20260211090444-TABS-02-11-AUDIO-COVER733353 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State has four offensive line starters returning but exactly where and how those guys line up is yet to be determined primarily because right guard once again has a ton of potential intrigue for the Buckeyes. On the latest position review/preview on 00:32:03 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-offensive-line-should-be-solidified-with-experience-talent-at-guard-center/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-offensive-line-should-be-solidified-with-experience-talent-at-guard-center/#respond Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-offensive-line-should-be-solidified-with-experience-talent-at-guard-center/ 0 20260210190406-TABS-02-11-AUDIO-COVER570608 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State has four offensive line starters returning but exactly where and how those guys line up is yet to be determined primarily because right guard once again has a ton of potential intrigue for the Buckeyes. On the latest position review/preview on 00:00:09 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-reading-matt-patricia-tea-leaves-more-offseason-questions-for-ohio-state/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-reading-matt-patricia-tea-leaves-more-offseason-questions-for-ohio-state/#respond Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-reading-matt-patricia-tea-leaves-more-offseason-questions-for-ohio-state/ 0 20260209182808-TABS-02-10-AUDIO-COVER990905 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State defensive coordinator Matt Patricia made a public appearance on Monday in full-team gear from the Woody Hayes Athletic Center, the first public clue about his future in weeks as his name has been tied to NFL openings. That might not necessarily 00:25:17 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-scheduling-discussion-breaking-down-special-teams-coordinator/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-scheduling-discussion-breaking-down-special-teams-coordinator/#respond Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-scheduling-discussion-breaking-down-special-teams-coordinator/ 0 20260209130015-Roosters-0209-AUDIO-COVER141210 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's a fun, casual conversation at Roosters on Olentangy River Road in Columbus with The Austin & Birm Show. This week's live show includes former Buckeyes linebacker Zach Boren and longsnapper Bradley Robinson, who break down their thoughts on all 00:43:57 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-betting-on-its-current-offensive-tackles-ian-moore-could-unlock-best-alignment/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-betting-on-its-current-offensive-tackles-ian-moore-could-unlock-best-alignment/#respond Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-betting-on-its-current-offensive-tackles-ian-moore-could-unlock-best-alignment/ 0 20260208122533-TABS-02-09-AUDIO-COVER335240 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is kicking off its winter workouts with a lot of returning experience on the offensive line but was the Buckeyes decision to bet on that group rather than chasing an expensive portal acquisition a risk? That's one of the topics of today's pos 00:32:06 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-arthur-smith-offense-heisman-voters-buckeyes-uniforms/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-arthur-smith-offense-heisman-voters-buckeyes-uniforms/#respond Fri, 06 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-arthur-smith-offense-heisman-voters-buckeyes-uniforms/ 0 20260205151303-TABS-02-06-AUDIO-COVER7771 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's Friday on The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show and it's another mailbag edition of the podcast. This week, the guys answer questions about Ohio State press conferences, Arthur Smith, Heisman voting and more. Keep your home winter ready with The 00:38:13 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-cortez-hankton-has-nations-best-receiver-work-cut-out-for-him-in-year-one-at-ohio-state/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-cortez-hankton-has-nations-best-receiver-work-cut-out-for-him-in-year-one-at-ohio-state/#respond Thu, 05 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-cortez-hankton-has-nations-best-receiver-work-cut-out-for-him-in-year-one-at-ohio-state/ 0 20260204145834-TABS-02-05-AUDIO-COVER329247 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full There's no doubt that Jeremiah Smith is a great place to begin but there's a lot of work in front of Cortez Hankton as he begins year one as the Ohio State receivers coach. The 2026 position preview/reviews are underway on The Austin & Birm Show and 00:32:24 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-carlos-locklyn-facing-interesting-spring-as-buckeyes-backs-battle-for-roles/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-carlos-locklyn-facing-interesting-spring-as-buckeyes-backs-battle-for-roles/#respond Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-carlos-locklyn-facing-interesting-spring-as-buckeyes-backs-battle-for-roles/ 0 20260203144653-TABS-02-04-AUDIO-COVER211617 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full After a surprising 2025 season for the Ohio State ground game, Carlos Locklyn and the Buckeyes will have their work cut out for them this spring with key players missing from action. The latest position review/preview from The Austin & Birm Show dives 00:27:27 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-pressing-questions-for-ryan-day-as-ohio-state-turns-page-on-busy-january/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-pressing-questions-for-ryan-day-as-ohio-state-turns-page-on-busy-january/#respond Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-pressing-questions-for-ryan-day-as-ohio-state-turns-page-on-busy-january/ 0 20260202190202-TABS-02-03-AUDIO-COVER623143 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State coach Ryan Day hasn’t had a press conference since the season-ending loss in the Cotton Bowl, and his next one hasn’t officially been scheduled yet. But Day has been incredibly busy leading the offseason for the Buckeyes and will have plent 00:24:20 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-program-philosophy-new-coaches-in-focus-in-key-offseason/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-program-philosophy-new-coaches-in-focus-in-key-offseason/#respond Mon, 02 Feb 2026 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-program-philosophy-new-coaches-in-focus-in-key-offseason/ 0 20260202125828-Roosters-02-02-audio-cover449353 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State football always leads to fun, casual conversations at Roosters Restaurant on Olentangy River Road in Columbus! The Austin & Birm Show is joined by Bobby Carpenter, Justin Zwick and Roosters Nicole Cox for a spirited discussion about the Buc 00:53:06 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-insight-on-ohio-state-mat-drills-keys-to-winter-workouts/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-insight-on-ohio-state-mat-drills-keys-to-winter-workouts/#respond Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-insight-on-ohio-state-mat-drills-keys-to-winter-workouts/ 0 20260201135243-TABS-02-02-AUDIO-COVER197471 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The mailbag has had multiple requests for insight on what Ohio State actually does during Mat Drills, so The Beat turned to somebody with first-hand experience with those legendary winter workouts. Former Buckeyes captain Zach Boren broke it down, shared 00:23:33 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-offensive-line-shuffle-ryan-day-in-title-win-buckeyes-leaders/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-offensive-line-shuffle-ryan-day-in-title-win-buckeyes-leaders/#respond Fri, 30 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-offensive-line-shuffle-ryan-day-in-title-win-buckeyes-leaders/ 0 20260129152558-TABS-1-30-AUDIO-COVER317132 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's another Freaky Friday on The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show as the guys answer more viewer questions about all things Ohio State football ... and some things about beer and wrestling. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter 00:46:07 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-had-january-to-remember-as-college-football-calendar-buckeyes-plans-collide/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-had-january-to-remember-as-college-football-calendar-buckeyes-plans-collide/#respond Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-had-january-to-remember-as-college-football-calendar-buckeyes-plans-collide/ 0 20260128125538-TABS-01-29-AUDIO-COVER73476 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's Thursday and that means there are three-plus thoughts on Ohio State football courtesy of The Austin & Birm Show as the guys review a chaotic January from a Buckeyes football perspective. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter 00:29:24 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-quarterback-discussion-as-julian-sayin-leadership-takes-spotlight-for-2026/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-quarterback-discussion-as-julian-sayin-leadership-takes-spotlight-for-2026/#respond Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-quarterback-discussion-as-julian-sayin-leadership-takes-spotlight-for-2026/ 0 20260127145256-TABS-01-28-AUDIO-COVER963518 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show begins their position review/previews with the quarterback position as Ohio State heads into year two with Julian Sayin under center. What's the biggest area of improvement for the Heisman finalist as he prepares 00:29:33 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-schedule-reveal-shows-challenging-path-for-buckeyes-in-2026-season/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-schedule-reveal-shows-challenging-path-for-buckeyes-in-2026-season/#respond Tue, 27 Jan 2026 23:30:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-schedule-reveal-shows-challenging-path-for-buckeyes-in-2026-season/ 0 20260127143905-SJ-SCHEDULE-AUDIO-COVER17758 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's a later reveal than usual but the Buckeyes got their 2026 football schedule on Tuesday and it sets up a doozy of a year ahead for Ohio State football. The Austin & Birm Show are breaking down the upcoming slate on the latest episode of Snap Judg 00:17:15 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-gets-perfect-fit-with-arthur-smith-buckeyes-winter-plan-talk/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-gets-perfect-fit-with-arthur-smith-buckeyes-winter-plan-talk/#respond Tue, 27 Jan 2026 18:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-gets-perfect-fit-with-arthur-smith-buckeyes-winter-plan-talk/ 0 20260127122628-roosters-1-27-audio-cover20179 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's a fun, casual conversation at Roosters Restaurant on Olentangy River Road in Columbus with The Austin & Birm Show. Former Ohio State quarterback Justin Zwick and linebacker Bobby Carpenter join the show to give their perspective on the Buckeyes 00:40:48 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-ohio-state-hiring-process-candidate-wishlist-led-ryan-day-to-arthur-smith/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-ohio-state-hiring-process-candidate-wishlist-led-ryan-day-to-arthur-smith/#respond Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-ohio-state-hiring-process-candidate-wishlist-led-ryan-day-to-arthur-smith/ 0 20250520063648-AustinBirm2000x2000631011 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The biggest news of the offseason at Ohio State continues to dominate the conversation, and Television’s Adam King had plenty more questions on his mind about the hiring of Arthur Smith as the next offensive coordinator for the program. How the process 00:27:14 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-why-arthur-smith-was-ohio-state-pick-as-next-offensive-coordinator/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-why-arthur-smith-was-ohio-state-pick-as-next-offensive-coordinator/#respond Mon, 26 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-why-arthur-smith-was-ohio-state-pick-as-next-offensive-coordinator/ 0 20260125143257-TABS-01-26-AUDIO-COVER222018 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State made a major move to bring in former NFL head coach Arthur Smith as its next offensive coordinator, expanding the staff to make room for him as the play-caller in the process. The Buckeyes have been aggressive early in the offseason, and Ryan D 00:19:28 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/talking-stuff-ohio-state-priority-linebacker-target-aj-randle-is-becoming-a-national-recruit/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/talking-stuff-ohio-state-priority-linebacker-target-aj-randle-is-becoming-a-national-recruit/#respond Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/talking-stuff-ohio-state-priority-linebacker-target-aj-randle-is-becoming-a-national-recruit/ 0 20260125112749-AJ-RANDLE-TS_audio_COVER408084 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State has its top linebacker target committed and that means James Laurinaitis is turning his attention to the next priority: AJ Randle. The junior linebacker from North Carolina joins The Austin & Birm Show to talk abut his process with Jeremy B 00:22:55 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-to-hire-former-nfl-head-coach-art-smith-as-buckeyes-offensive-coordinator/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-to-hire-former-nfl-head-coach-art-smith-as-buckeyes-offensive-coordinator/#respond Sat, 24 Jan 2026 22:41:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-to-hire-former-nfl-head-coach-art-smith-as-buckeyes-offensive-coordinator/ 0 20260124174231-SJ-ART-SMITH-AUDIO-COVER294530 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ryan Day has another NFL head coach on his staff as the Buckeyes have made a move to hire Arthur Smith to be the new offensive coordinator at Ohio State. The Austin & Birm Show break down the decision on the latest episode of Snap Judgments. 00:17:24 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-buckeyes-coaching-schematics-succession-and-development/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-buckeyes-coaching-schematics-succession-and-development/#respond Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-buckeyes-coaching-schematics-succession-and-development/ 0 20260122154915-TABS-01-23-AUDIO-COVER803534 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show is back with another Freaky Friday mailbag edition of the show. Today's episode features a ton of discussion coaching changes and philosophy as well as an early look at how the Ohio State two-deep would compare to 00:42:36 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-players-who-have-big-opportunities-as-buckeyes-prepare-for-winter-workouts/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-players-who-have-big-opportunities-as-buckeyes-prepare-for-winter-workouts/#respond Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-players-who-have-big-opportunities-as-buckeyes-prepare-for-winter-workouts/ 0 20260121164437-TABS-01-22-AUDIO-COVER802140 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The off-season is underway and the off-season is almost over as Ohio State prepares for another round of winter workouts and, eventually, spring football in Columbus. The Austin & Birm Show are using the latest Three Thoughts Thursday to give their op 00:28:58 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-too-early-conversations-about-2026-season-ranking-buckeyes-transfer-grades-and-more/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-too-early-conversations-about-2026-season-ranking-buckeyes-transfer-grades-and-more/#respond Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-too-early-conversations-about-2026-season-ranking-buckeyes-transfer-grades-and-more/ 0 20260120194649-TABS-01-21-AUDIO-COVER106266 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The national media still thinks Ohio State is pretty good heading into the offseason as the Buckeyes expectations continue to vary inside and outside of Columbus. That's one topic of a Whatever Wednesday on The Austin & Birm Show. Keep your home wint 00:35:08 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-enters-official-offseason-as-buckeyes-college-football-adapt/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-enters-official-offseason-as-buckeyes-college-football-adapt/#respond Tue, 20 Jan 2026 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-enters-official-offseason-as-buckeyes-college-football-adapt/ 0 20260120130452-Roosters-1-20-AUDIO-COVER923529 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Welcome to another fun, casual conversation at Roosters on Olentangy River Road with The Austin & Birm Show. The guys are joined by former Ohio State players Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick—as well as Roosters Nicole Cox—to break down the new wor 00:41:40 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-what-ryan-day-ohio-state-are-looking-for-in-potential-offensive-coordinator/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-what-ryan-day-ohio-state-are-looking-for-in-potential-offensive-coordinator/#respond Tue, 20 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-what-ryan-day-ohio-state-are-looking-for-in-potential-offensive-coordinator/ 0 20260119183434-TABS-01-20-AUDIO-COVER410860 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The roster-management phase of the offseason appears to be over for Ohio State, so now the attention will shift to key questions about the coaching staff. Ryan Day and the Buckeyes have already hired a wide receivers coach, but there is still the potentia 00:29:32 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-ohio-state-used-calculated-patient-portal-approach-to-revamp-roster/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-ohio-state-used-calculated-patient-portal-approach-to-revamp-roster/#respond Mon, 19 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-ohio-state-used-calculated-patient-portal-approach-to-revamp-roster/ 0 20260118141830-TABS-1-19-AUDIO-COVER751063 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full 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 00:22:33 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-adds-key-pieces-to-offense-defense-in-final-flurry-of-portal-moves/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-adds-key-pieces-to-offense-defense-in-final-flurry-of-portal-moves/#respond Fri, 16 Jan 2026 20:33:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-adds-key-pieces-to-offense-defense-in-final-flurry-of-portal-moves/ 0 20260116153335-SJ-PORTAL-CLOSE-AUDIO-COVER357742 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Another day, three more big additions for Ohio State in the transfer portal and more Snap Judgments from The Austin & Birm Show about what the Buckeyes are getting from Ja'Kobi Jackson, Kyle Parker, Cam Calhoun and Dominick Kelly. 00:15:04 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-portal-madness-about-to-end-for-ohio-state-buckeyes-mailbag-on-freaky-friday/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-portal-madness-about-to-end-for-ohio-state-buckeyes-mailbag-on-freaky-friday/#respond Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-portal-madness-about-to-end-for-ohio-state-buckeyes-mailbag-on-freaky-friday/ 0 20260115173619-TABS-01-16-AUDIO-COVER115758 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The work week is almost done and that means its a Freaky Friday edition of The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show. Today's show recaps the portal craze and dives into a few viewer questions from The Austin & Birm Mailbag. Keep your home winter read 00:36:43 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-james-laurinaitis-earns-major-honor-buckeyes-address-special-teams-remaining-needs/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-james-laurinaitis-earns-major-honor-buckeyes-address-special-teams-remaining-needs/#respond Thu, 15 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-james-laurinaitis-earns-major-honor-buckeyes-address-special-teams-remaining-needs/ 0 20260114204435-TABS-01-15-AUDIO-COVER304523 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State had another busy day on Wednesday and The Austin & Birm Show are back in your feed for another Three Thoughts Thursday on The Beat. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service 00:25:53 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-analyzing-what-ohio-state-still-has-to-accomplish-in-portal-window-as-buckeyes-adjust/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-analyzing-what-ohio-state-still-has-to-accomplish-in-portal-window-as-buckeyes-adjust/#respond Wed, 14 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-analyzing-what-ohio-state-still-has-to-accomplish-in-portal-window-as-buckeyes-adjust/ 0 20260113154101-TABS-1-14-AUDIO-COVER273706 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is working hard to fill its roster with valuable pieces and The Austin & Birm Show is working hard to stay on top of all the moving parts around Buckeyes football on the latest episode of The Beat. Keep your home winter ready with The Water 00:23:35 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-ohio-state-is-adapting-evolving-roster-approach-in-real-time/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-ohio-state-is-adapting-evolving-roster-approach-in-real-time/#respond Tue, 13 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-ohio-state-is-adapting-evolving-roster-approach-in-real-time/ 0 20260112205047-TABS-01-13-AUDIO-COVER941768 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The transfer portal window is open for a few more days, and Ohio State remains highly involved in roster-management decisions during a key week on the calendar. With the Buckeyes picking up some critical new pieces, Television’s Adam King weighs in and 00:28:02 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-filling-key-spots-as-buckeyes-make-move-in-transfer-portal/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-filling-key-spots-as-buckeyes-make-move-in-transfer-portal/#respond Mon, 12 Jan 2026 22:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-filling-key-spots-as-buckeyes-make-move-in-transfer-portal/ 0 20260112164205-SJ-AUDIO-LITTLE-MOORE-COVER871204 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State has added three key pieces in the transfer portal and more may be on the way soon for the Buckeyes as Ryan Day and his program look for depth, talent and experience to fill the 2026 roster. The Austin & Birm Show have some snap judgments on 00:13:46 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-roster-philosophy-in-major-shift-title-game-perspective/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-roster-philosophy-in-major-shift-title-game-perspective/#respond Mon, 12 Jan 2026 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-roster-philosophy-in-major-shift-title-game-perspective/ 0 20260112123629-ROOSTERS-1-12-AUDIO-COVER199662 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full 00:47:05 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-title-game-matchup-impacts-ohio-state-perception-evaluating-transfer-portal-plans/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-title-game-matchup-impacts-ohio-state-perception-evaluating-transfer-portal-plans/#respond Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-title-game-matchup-impacts-ohio-state-perception-evaluating-transfer-portal-plans/ 0 20260111173344-TABS-01-12-AUDIO-COVER899878 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full There are only two teams in the country that beat Ohio State this season, and it just so happens those programs will be playing for a national championship. Does that fact change the perception at all of what the Buckeyes accomplished last season? What is 00:23:22 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-predictions-as-key-buckeyes-work-through-nfl-draft-decisions-ahead-of-deadline/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-predictions-as-key-buckeyes-work-through-nfl-draft-decisions-ahead-of-deadline/#respond Fri, 09 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-predictions-as-key-buckeyes-work-through-nfl-draft-decisions-ahead-of-deadline/ 0 20260108155614-TABS-01-09-audio-cover67036 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's a Freaky Friday on The Beat and that means it's time for The Austin & Birm Show to dive into some Bold Predictions about the future of the Ohio State football roster. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Pla 00:27:47 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-adds-key-linebacker-christian-alliegro-as-buckeyes-work-transfer-portal/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-adds-key-linebacker-christian-alliegro-as-buckeyes-work-transfer-portal/#respond Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:21:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-adds-key-linebacker-christian-alliegro-as-buckeyes-work-transfer-portal/ 0 20260108112154-CA-SJ-AUDIO-COVER592075 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Some first thoughts from The Austin & Birm Show on the addition of Wisconsin linebacker transfer Christian Alliegro, who picked Ohio State over Texas on Thursday morning. 00:13:26 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-cortez-hankton-ohio-state-receivers-room-in-spotlight-as-buckeyes-add-lose-more-talent/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-cortez-hankton-ohio-state-receivers-room-in-spotlight-as-buckeyes-add-lose-more-talent/#respond Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-cortez-hankton-ohio-state-receivers-room-in-spotlight-as-buckeyes-add-lose-more-talent/ 0 20260107182506-TABS-01-08-AUDIO-COVER579865 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is going through it in the transfer portal as the Buckeyes work to navigate the new era of college football as the transfer portal and unchecked NIL promises continue to reshape the way programs around the country are forced to do business. Kee 00:30:23 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-dealing-with-transfer-losses-potentially-roster-building-philosophy-shift/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-dealing-with-transfer-losses-potentially-roster-building-philosophy-shift/#respond Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-dealing-with-transfer-losses-potentially-roster-building-philosophy-shift/ 0 20260106155401-TABS-01-07-AUDIO-COVER475959 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's Wednesday on The Beat with The Austin & Birm Show as the guys look to expand—and contract—their stock portfolios as Ohio State deals with roster changes amidst a transfer portal run amok. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and H 00:28:46 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-debating-level-of-success-for-ohio-state-season-key-questions-facing-ryan-day/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-debating-level-of-success-for-ohio-state-season-key-questions-facing-ryan-day/#respond Tue, 06 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-debating-level-of-success-for-ohio-state-season-key-questions-facing-ryan-day/ 0 20260105233134-tabs-01-06-audio-cover341684 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full There is not a press conference scheduled with the Ohio State season now over, but that isn’t going to stop The Beat from rolling along with a Talking Tuesday. Television’s Adam King had plenty on his mind as he chatted with Austin Ward about the year 00:27:24 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-at-show-ohio-state-end-of-season-discussion-buckeyes-trying-to-navigate-portal-insanity/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-at-show-ohio-state-end-of-season-discussion-buckeyes-trying-to-navigate-portal-insanity/#respond Mon, 05 Jan 2026 19:30:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-at-show-ohio-state-end-of-season-discussion-buckeyes-trying-to-navigate-portal-insanity/ 0 20260105130250-Roosters-10526-AUDIO-COVER27069 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State ended its season earlier than expected and that means the Buckeyes are turning the page to 2026 with a number of questions on the coaching staff and the roster. It's a fun, casual conversation at Roosters with former Buckeyes linebacker Bobby 00:54:43 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-ohio-state-is-already-turning-page-to-next-season-after-cotton-bowl-stunner/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-ohio-state-is-already-turning-page-to-next-season-after-cotton-bowl-stunner/#respond Mon, 05 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-ohio-state-is-already-turning-page-to-next-season-after-cotton-bowl-stunner/ 0 20260104120411-TABS-01-05-AUDIO343789 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State has hired a coach, it has seen a dozen players enter the transfer portal and the program has already hosted some targets to join the roster. The days after the Buckeyes suffered an upset loss to Miami in the Cotton Bowl have been busy, and that 00:19:37 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-coaching-staff-talk-after-cortez-hankton-hire-portal-losses-philosophy/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-coaching-staff-talk-after-cortez-hankton-hire-portal-losses-philosophy/#respond Fri, 02 Jan 2026 18:15:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-coaching-staff-talk-after-cortez-hankton-hire-portal-losses-philosophy/ 0 20260102131431-SJ-PORTAL-AUDIO-COVER74703 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's been a chaotic 36 hours since the Buckeyes football season ended and its seen a number of moves from players in the transfer portal and a coaching hire already. On the latest Snap Judgments, The Austin & Birm Show break down the departures, addi 00:29:24 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-forced-to-look-to-future-as-coaching-needs-roster-transition-collide-early/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-forced-to-look-to-future-as-coaching-needs-roster-transition-collide-early/#respond Fri, 02 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-forced-to-look-to-future-as-coaching-needs-roster-transition-collide-early/ 0 20260101192335-TABS-01-02-AUDIO-COVER954036 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full After their upset loss against Miami, Ohio State head coach Ryan Day and his Buckeyes are moving into the offseason facing the challenges of roster building and finding staff cohesion over the next few weeks. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterwork 00:21:37 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-cant-shake-off-slow-start-loses-to-miami-in-familiar-fashion/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-cant-shake-off-slow-start-loses-to-miami-in-familiar-fashion/#respond Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:38:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-cant-shake-off-slow-start-loses-to-miami-in-familiar-fashion/ 0 20260101003934-SJ-MIAMI-AUDIO-COVER411257 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State head coach Ryan Day has been clear that the "issues are always there" and the same old things popped up in the Buckeyes season ending loss to Miami in the College Football Playoff. Following the disappointing loss, The Austin & Birm Show sh 00:21:31 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-score-prediction-bold-predictions-for-buckeyes-cfp-tilt-with-miami-hurricanes/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-score-prediction-bold-predictions-for-buckeyes-cfp-tilt-with-miami-hurricanes/#respond Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-score-prediction-bold-predictions-for-buckeyes-cfp-tilt-with-miami-hurricanes/ 0 20251230150603-TABS-12-31-AUDIO-COVER401520 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State and Miami will meet in the 90th Cotton Bowl Classic from AT&T Stadium in Dallas on New Year's Eve and The Austin & Birm Show are offering up their final round of bold predictions for 2025 before today's Texas festivities. Keep your ho 00:17:52 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-miami-preview-from-buckeyes-team-hotel-in-dallas/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-miami-preview-from-buckeyes-team-hotel-in-dallas/#respond Tue, 30 Dec 2025 23:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-miami-preview-from-buckeyes-team-hotel-in-dallas/ 0 20251230171626-ROOSTERS-12-30-AUDIO-COVER701045 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full A fun, casual conversation about Ohio State football? Yep, it's The Live Show at Roosters ... from Dallas. Ohio State legend Bobby Carpenter joins The Austin & Birm Show from the Hilton Anatole in Dallas to preview the Buckeyes 2025 playoff debut aga 00:32:45 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-thoughts-following-ohio-state-miami-head-coach-press-conference-at-att-stadium/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-thoughts-following-ohio-state-miami-head-coach-press-conference-at-att-stadium/#respond Tue, 30 Dec 2025 19:44:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-thoughts-following-ohio-state-miami-head-coach-press-conference-at-att-stadium/ 0 20251230144443-TUES-PC-HC-SJ-AUDIO-COVER853382 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State head coach Ryan Day and Miami head coach Mario Cristobal met with the media for a pregame press conference at AT&T Stadium in Dallas. Following the event, The Austin & Birm Show shared some quick thoughts on the latest episode of Snap J 00:11:05 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-evaluating-mindset-approach-for-ryan-day-with-ohio-state-on-eve-of-cotton-bowl-clash/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-evaluating-mindset-approach-for-ryan-day-with-ohio-state-on-eve-of-cotton-bowl-clash/#respond Tue, 30 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-evaluating-mindset-approach-for-ryan-day-with-ohio-state-on-eve-of-cotton-bowl-clash/ 0 20251229122310-TABS-12-30-AUDIO-OVERLAY158417 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is one day away from finally getting back on the field with hardware on the line, and Ryan Day will have a different role helping lead the offense than he has in a while. How the Buckeyes coach is managing his time and effort will be among the 00:21:24 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-hits-practice-field-in-dallas-more-buckeyes-health-updates/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-hits-practice-field-in-dallas-more-buckeyes-health-updates/#respond Mon, 29 Dec 2025 22:30:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-hits-practice-field-in-dallas-more-buckeyes-health-updates/ 0 20251229173212-SJ-AUDIO-COVER-12-29619076 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is on the practice field in Dallas and the Buckeyes are working to get ready for a big-time game against the Miami Hurricanes with an outdoor practice day in The Lone Star State. Following a limited viewing window, The Austin & Birm Show sh 00:12:58 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-notebook-ohio-state-full-team-media-day-as-buckeyes-arrive-in-dallas-for-cotton-bowl-again/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-notebook-ohio-state-full-team-media-day-as-buckeyes-arrive-in-dallas-for-cotton-bowl-again/#respond Mon, 29 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-notebook-ohio-state-full-team-media-day-as-buckeyes-arrive-in-dallas-for-cotton-bowl-again/ 0 20251229115351-AB-LOGO-RED-WHITE698939 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The Notebook is back with another behind-the-scenes look at Ohio State football. This time, The Austin & Birm Show are back in AT&T Stadium in Dallas as the Buckeyes get ready for a New Year's Eve date with the Miami Hurricanes in the College Foo 00:49:21 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-ryan-day-coaching-hires-running-back-rotations-and-more/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-ryan-day-coaching-hires-running-back-rotations-and-more/#respond Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-ryan-day-coaching-hires-running-back-rotations-and-more/ 0 20251228202608-TABS-12-29-AUDIO-COVER489865 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's Monday on The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show and it's a rare Mailbag Monday as Ohio State and Miami have made their way to Dallas for the Cotton Bowl and the quarterfinals of the College Football Playoffs. Keep your home winter ready with The 00:41:44 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-arrives-in-dallas-buckeyes-health-updates-ahead-of-cotton-bowl/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-arrives-in-dallas-buckeyes-health-updates-ahead-of-cotton-bowl/#respond Mon, 29 Dec 2025 04:03:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-arrives-in-dallas-buckeyes-health-updates-ahead-of-cotton-bowl/ 0 20251228230347-CB-SJ-SUNDAY-AUDIO-COVER735766 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State arrived in Dallas for its New Year's Eve date with Miami as healthy as the Buckeyes have in months. After a brief media opportunity, The Austin & Birm Show shared some snap judgments on the evening's arrival. And we're sorry it's so wei 00:12:13 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-gifts-that-buckeyes-fans-should-be-thankful-for-as-scarlet-and-gray-title-chase/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-gifts-that-buckeyes-fans-should-be-thankful-for-as-scarlet-and-gray-title-chase/#respond Fri, 26 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-gifts-that-buckeyes-fans-should-be-thankful-for-as-scarlet-and-gray-title-chase/ 0 20251223181355-TABS-12-26-AUDIO-COVER652540 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The Beat is back for an after-Christmas show dedicated to some of the things that Ohio State fans should be grateful they received this year. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heating service, mem 00:26:07 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-offensive-changes-will-need-to-provide-answers-for-buckeyes-to-win-title-again/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-offensive-changes-will-need-to-provide-answers-for-buckeyes-to-win-title-again/#respond Wed, 24 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-offensive-changes-will-need-to-provide-answers-for-buckeyes-to-win-title-again/ 0 20251223174035-TABS-12-24-AUDIO-COVER173790 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State head coach Ryan Day is going back to his roots as a playcaller and The Austin & Birm Show is buying that change as a positive one for the Buckeyes heading into their New Year's Eve matchup with Miami. On the latest episode of The Beat, the 00:23:28 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-adjusting-responsibilities-ramping-up-intensity-for-cotton-bowl-against-miami/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-adjusting-responsibilities-ramping-up-intensity-for-cotton-bowl-against-miami/#respond Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-adjusting-responsibilities-ramping-up-intensity-for-cotton-bowl-against-miami/ 0 20251222135513-TABS-12-23-AUDIO-COVER968765 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State coach Ryan Day is back as the offensive play-caller again, and that puts a different spin on an interesting month of preparations for the Cotton Bowl. The Buckeyes chatted with the media on Monday at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center, and that he 00:22:42 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-defense-confident-eager-for-battle-in-cotton-bowl-battle-with-miami/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-defense-confident-eager-for-battle-in-cotton-bowl-battle-with-miami/#respond Tue, 23 Dec 2025 01:12:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-defense-confident-eager-for-battle-in-cotton-bowl-battle-with-miami/ 0 20251222201315-SJ-12-22-AUDIO-COVER443969 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State defensive players and coordinator Matt Patricia met with the media on Monday night to discuss the Buckeyes upcoming game with Miami. Following the conversations inside the Woody Hayes Athletic Center there were Snap Judgments from The Austin &a 00:19:34 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-miami-conversation-as-buckeyes-canes-renew-heated-rivalry/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-miami-conversation-as-buckeyes-canes-renew-heated-rivalry/#respond Mon, 22 Dec 2025 20:30:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-miami-conversation-as-buckeyes-canes-renew-heated-rivalry/ 0 20251222151508-ROOSTERS-12-22-VIDEO-COVER781008 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State has its opponent for the Cotton Bowl and The Austin & Birm Show are back at Roosters for another fun, casual conversation about the latest in Buckeyes football. This week, Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick join the show to talk about what th 00:44:38 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-breaking-down-ohio-state-matchup-as-miami-punches-cotton-bowl-ticket/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-breaking-down-ohio-state-matchup-as-miami-punches-cotton-bowl-ticket/#respond Mon, 22 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-breaking-down-ohio-state-matchup-as-miami-punches-cotton-bowl-ticket/ 0 20251221130902-TABS-12-22-AUDIO-COVER79700 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State already knew where it would be on New Year’s Eve in the College Football Playoff, but now it has an opponent to prepare for after Miami upset Texas A&M. Ahead of a busy Monday of media coverage and practice in the Woody Hayes Athletic Cen 00:22:05 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/talking-stuff-ohio-state-commit-quinton-cypher-talks-buckeyes-choice-relationships-hair-and-more/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/talking-stuff-ohio-state-commit-quinton-cypher-talks-buckeyes-choice-relationships-hair-and-more/#respond Sun, 21 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/talking-stuff-ohio-state-commit-quinton-cypher-talks-buckeyes-choice-relationships-hair-and-more/ 0 20251221124200-QC-TS-AUDIO-COVER550261 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State added a major commitment in its 2027 football recruiting class on Friday as North Carolina linebacker Quinton Cypher picked the Buckeyes over Georgia, Alabama and others. The 6-foot-3, 220-pound athlete joined The Austin & Birm Show to brea 00:24:41 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-first-thoughts-on-ohio-state-miami-meeting-in-2025-cotton-bowl-classic/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-first-thoughts-on-ohio-state-miami-meeting-in-2025-cotton-bowl-classic/#respond Sat, 20 Dec 2025 21:04:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-first-thoughts-on-ohio-state-miami-meeting-in-2025-cotton-bowl-classic/ 0 20251220160517-sj-cfp-opponent-reveal-audio-cover23063 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The Austin & Birm Show gives its first thoughts on the now finalized matchup between Ohio State and Miami as the Buckeyes begin their quest to repeat as college football's national champions. 00:12:47 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-play-calling-concerns-matt-patricias-future-with-buckeyes-and-much-much-more/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-play-calling-concerns-matt-patricias-future-with-buckeyes-and-much-much-more/#respond Fri, 19 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-play-calling-concerns-matt-patricias-future-with-buckeyes-and-much-much-more/ 0 20251218152515-TABS-12-19-AUDIO-COVER299380 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's another Freaky Friday mailbag edition of The Beat on The Austin & Birm Show as we break into your questions about all things Ohio State football. Keep your home winter ready with The Waterworks and Hetter Energy Savings Plan. Get priority heatin 00:44:22 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-wideout-bryson-rodgers-to-enter-transfer-portral-as-buckeyes-prep-for-cfp/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-wideout-bryson-rodgers-to-enter-transfer-portral-as-buckeyes-prep-for-cfp/#respond Thu, 18 Dec 2025 19:05:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-wideout-bryson-rodgers-to-enter-transfer-portral-as-buckeyes-prep-for-cfp/ 0 20251218140602-SJ-BRYSON-AUDIO-COVER107110 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Bryson Rodgers is the first Buckeyes player to announce his plans to enter the transfer portal and The Austin & Birm Show is breaking down what it means on the latest edition of Snap Judgments. 00:14:08 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/talking-stuff-ohio-state-target-reinaldo-perez-signees-favour-akih-kaden-gebhardt-talk-recruiting/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/talking-stuff-ohio-state-target-reinaldo-perez-signees-favour-akih-kaden-gebhardt-talk-recruiting/#respond Thu, 18 Dec 2025 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/talking-stuff-ohio-state-target-reinaldo-perez-signees-favour-akih-kaden-gebhardt-talk-recruiting/ 0 20251217144748-12-18-talking-stuff-audio-cover609151 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Welcome to a special edition of Talking Stuff as The Austin & Birm Show went around the city of Columbus to talk recruiting with highly-sought after 2027 defensive lineman Reinaldo Perez and 2026 signees Favour Akih and Kaden Gebhardt. The trio sat do 01:02:53 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-thoughts-we-got-wrong-some-we-got-right-most-underrated-buckeye-contributors/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-thoughts-we-got-wrong-some-we-got-right-most-underrated-buckeye-contributors/#respond Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-thoughts-we-got-wrong-some-we-got-right-most-underrated-buckeye-contributors/ 0 20251217132909-tabs-12-18-audio-cover177266 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Welcome to another Three(ish) Thoughts Thursday on The Beat with The Austin & Birm Show. As Ohio State continues to wait for its college football playoff opponent, the guys are taking a look back at the year that was an trying to assess what they got 00:34:03 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-veterans-have-key-nfl-decisions-with-reasons-to-stay-and-reasons-to-go/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-veterans-have-key-nfl-decisions-with-reasons-to-stay-and-reasons-to-go/#respond Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-veterans-have-key-nfl-decisions-with-reasons-to-stay-and-reasons-to-go/ 0 20251216213612-TABS-12-17-AUDIO-COVER812561 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State has a number of key contributors on offense and defense who will be tasked with making NFL draft decisions in the near future. What will the biggest factors be in their choices? The Austin & Birm Show has a buy/sell stock watch version of t 00:27:50 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-ohio-state-can-find-added-motivation-for-playoff-evaluating-cotton-bowl-matchups/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-ohio-state-can-find-added-motivation-for-playoff-evaluating-cotton-bowl-matchups/#respond Tue, 16 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-ohio-state-can-find-added-motivation-for-playoff-evaluating-cotton-bowl-matchups/ 0 20251214194846-TABS-12-16-AUDIO-COVER667858 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The Buckeyes have another week of workouts ahead of them before even finding out who they are facing in the Cotton Bowl, and that presents an interesting question for how Ryan Day will manage practice and scouting before Texas A&M plays Miami. With Oh 00:26:11 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-michigan-turmoil-ohio-state-begins-bounceback-prep-for-cotton-bowl/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-michigan-turmoil-ohio-state-begins-bounceback-prep-for-cotton-bowl/#respond Mon, 15 Dec 2025 19:30:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-michigan-turmoil-ohio-state-begins-bounceback-prep-for-cotton-bowl/ 0 20251215140830-roosters-12-15-audio-overlay323554 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is back to work preparing for the 2025 Cotton Bowl while things are decidedly less ... good ... in Ann Arbor. Welcome back to The Live Show at Roosters for a fun, casual conversation with The Austin & Birm Show. The guys are joined by forme 00:51:10 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-what-ohio-state-will-find-in-self-scout-process-as-buckeyes-prep-for-playoff/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-what-ohio-state-will-find-in-self-scout-process-as-buckeyes-prep-for-playoff/#respond Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-what-ohio-state-will-find-in-self-scout-process-as-buckeyes-prep-for-playoff/ 0 20251214102126-TABS-12-15-AUDIO-COVER947180 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is already one week into its preparations for the College Football Playoff, but it still doesn’t know who it will be facing in the Cotton Bowl. That has meant extra time for the Buckeyes to actually scout themselves and find ways to improve a 00:23:44 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-shifting-perspectives-the-michigan-mess-buckeyes-heisman-odds/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-shifting-perspectives-the-michigan-mess-buckeyes-heisman-odds/#respond Fri, 12 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-mailbag-on-shifting-perspectives-the-michigan-mess-buckeyes-heisman-odds/ 0 20251211151715-TABS-12-12-AUDIO-COVER694206 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The Beat from The Austin & Birm Show is back with another Freaky Friday mailbag edition of the show as Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham break into the email to read—and try to answer—viewer questions about a myriad of Scarlet and Gray-related top 00:43:12 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-head-coach-ryan-day-breaks-down-buckeyes-recruiting-philosophies-2026-signing-class/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-head-coach-ryan-day-breaks-down-buckeyes-recruiting-philosophies-2026-signing-class/#respond Thu, 11 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-head-coach-ryan-day-breaks-down-buckeyes-recruiting-philosophies-2026-signing-class/ 0 20251210151147-TABS-12-11-AUDIO-COVER580403 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State head coach Ryan Day joins Jeremy Birmingham of The Austin & Birm Show to talk about the recently signed Buckeyes 2026 recruiting class and the overall philosophies that shaped his program's approach this cycle. Keep your home winter ready 00:31:50 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-how-julian-sayin-is-balancing-heisman-trip-bounce-back-prep-for-ohio-state-in-cfp/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-how-julian-sayin-is-balancing-heisman-trip-bounce-back-prep-for-ohio-state-in-cfp/#respond Wed, 10 Dec 2025 18:15:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-how-julian-sayin-is-balancing-heisman-trip-bounce-back-prep-for-ohio-state-in-cfp/ 0 20251210130905-SJ-AUDIO-COVER-JULIAN-HEISMAN657125 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin earned a trip to New York City as a Heisman Trophy finalist, capping a wild swing of emotions after the setback in the Big Ten championship game on Saturday. Ahead of the ceremony and with the Buckeyes just starting to 00:09:12 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-forced-to-sort-out-vital-issues-as-buckeyes-work-to-prepare-for-playoff-run/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-forced-to-sort-out-vital-issues-as-buckeyes-work-to-prepare-for-playoff-run/#respond Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-forced-to-sort-out-vital-issues-as-buckeyes-work-to-prepare-for-playoff-run/ 0 20251209122010-TABS-12-10-AUDIO-OVERLAY697592 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Saturday night's loss to Indiana shed some light on a handful of recurring issues for Ohio State but how willing are the Buckeyes to fix them? That's the center of this week's "Buy or Sell" conversation from The Austin & Birm Show. Keep your home w 00:37:50 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-pressing-questions-for-ohio-state-as-ryan-day-turns-page-plans-for-cotton-bowl/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-pressing-questions-for-ohio-state-as-ryan-day-turns-page-plans-for-cotton-bowl/#respond Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-pressing-questions-for-ohio-state-as-ryan-day-turns-page-plans-for-cotton-bowl/ 0 20251208174732-TABS-1209-AUDIO-COVER70884 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The Buckeyes are expecting a quieter week as they recharge and refocus for the College Football Playoff after losing the Big Ten title game. But even without a weekly press conference for Ohio State coach Ryan Day, there are still plenty of questions on t 00:28:33 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-performance-confounds-buckeyes-path-to-a-bounce-back-in-cfp/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-performance-confounds-buckeyes-path-to-a-bounce-back-in-cfp/#respond Mon, 08 Dec 2025 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-performance-confounds-buckeyes-path-to-a-bounce-back-in-cfp/ 0 20251208122919-Roosters-1208-AUDIO-COVER381035 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's a rare Monday for The Live Show at Roosters: The Austin & Birm Show are having a fun, casual conversation breaking down a Buckeyes loss with former Ohio State players Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick. The guys are joined by Roosters Nicole Cox a 00:46:07 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-gets-painful-pre-playoff-wake-up-call-in-big-ten-title-loss/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-gets-painful-pre-playoff-wake-up-call-in-big-ten-title-loss/#respond Mon, 08 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-gets-painful-pre-playoff-wake-up-call-in-big-ten-title-loss/ 0 20251207183843-TABS-12-08-AUDIO-COVER428409 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is once again heading into the College Football Playoff on the heels of a deflating, disappointing loss after coming up short on Saturday night in the Big Ten title game against Indiana. The Buckeyes still have national-title aspirations and th 00:30:11 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-licking-wounds-working-to-fix-issues-with-miami-texas-am-looming/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-licking-wounds-working-to-fix-issues-with-miami-texas-am-looming/#respond Sun, 07 Dec 2025 19:30:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-licking-wounds-working-to-fix-issues-with-miami-texas-am-looming/ 0 20251207141954-SJ-CFP-AUDIO-COVER302403 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is reeling from its 13--10 loss against Indiana but there's little time to feel bad for itself as the Buckeyes now know their next mission: The Cotton Bowl. Following Ryan Day's Sunday press conference, The Austin & Birm Show has some Sna 00:16:18 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-offense-disappears-as-buckeyes-stumble-in-big-ten-title-game-vs-indiana/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-offense-disappears-as-buckeyes-stumble-in-big-ten-title-game-vs-indiana/#respond Sun, 07 Dec 2025 05:47:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-offense-disappears-as-buckeyes-stumble-in-big-ten-title-game-vs-indiana/ 0 20251207004803-SJ-B1G-TITLE-AUDIO-COVER90214 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State played its worst game of the season and looked a lot like the team that lost to Michigan a year ago with an offense that seemed listless and a defense that failed to get key stops against Indiana in the 2025 Big Ten title game. Following the 13 00:17:52 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-bold-predictions-score-predictions-as-ohio-state-returns-to-big-ten-title-game/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-bold-predictions-score-predictions-as-ohio-state-returns-to-big-ten-title-game/#respond Fri, 05 Dec 2025 22:45:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-bold-predictions-score-predictions-as-ohio-state-returns-to-big-ten-title-game/ 0 20251205174240-TABS-12-05-AUDIO-COVERBP33315 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State and Indiana are matched up in a game that will determine the Big Ten champ, the No. 1 seed in the College Football Playoff and potentially even the Heisman Trophy as the Buckeyes return to Indianapolis for a title tilt for the first time since 00:24:32 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-staff-discussion-as-buckeyes-weigh-brian-hartline-departure-new-hire-needs/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-staff-discussion-as-buckeyes-weigh-brian-hartline-departure-new-hire-needs/#respond Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-staff-discussion-as-buckeyes-weigh-brian-hartline-departure-new-hire-needs/ 0 20251204130736-TABS-12-05-AUDIO-COVER452559 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State needs a new offensive coordinator and a new receivers coach with the upcoming departure so what have the last few years of staff moves taught The Austin & Birm Show about Ryan Day's approach to bringing in new coaches? That's one of the m 00:41:00 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/talking-stuff-chris-henry-talk-as-brian-hartline-leaves-ohio-state-legend-bey-chaos-and-nsd-stuff/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/talking-stuff-chris-henry-talk-as-brian-hartline-leaves-ohio-state-legend-bey-chaos-and-nsd-stuff/#respond Thu, 04 Dec 2025 21:30:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/talking-stuff-chris-henry-talk-as-brian-hartline-leaves-ohio-state-legend-bey-chaos-and-nsd-stuff/ 0 20251204162657-TS-12-04-AUDIO-COVER619254 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Welcome to Talking Stuff from The Austin & Birm Show, the one-stop shop for all the latest in Ohio State football recruiting. Jeremy Birmingham is joined by Mick Walker of LettermenRow.com to break down the news and rumors that turned what was expecte 00:45:11 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-indiana-matchup-still-matters-in-major-way-as-buckeyes-deal-with-staff-change/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-indiana-matchup-still-matters-in-major-way-as-buckeyes-deal-with-staff-change/#respond Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-indiana-matchup-still-matters-in-major-way-as-buckeyes-deal-with-staff-change/ 0 20251203152446-TABS-12-4-AUDIO-COVER105986 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State and Indiana are playing for the Big Ten title on Saturday and that will happen with staff changes looming for the Buckeyes after Wednesday's news that Brian Hartline would be leaving to become the head coach at South Florida. Keep your home wi 00:22:33 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-brian-hartline-and-ohio-state-back-to-work-chris-henry-thoughts-indiana-prep/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-brian-hartline-and-ohio-state-back-to-work-chris-henry-thoughts-indiana-prep/#respond Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:52:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-brian-hartline-and-ohio-state-back-to-work-chris-henry-thoughts-indiana-prep/ 0 20251203195247-SJ-B1G-WEDS-AUDIO-COVER974469 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State was back at practice on Wednesday night and Brian Hartline was back leading the receivers for the Buckeyes while Ryan Day et al continue to try and deal with the fallout of his decision to become the head coach at South Florida. 00:21:18 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-expected-to-lose-offensive-coordinator-brian-hartline-to-south-florida/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-expected-to-lose-offensive-coordinator-brian-hartline-to-south-florida/#respond Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:36:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-expected-to-lose-offensive-coordinator-brian-hartline-to-south-florida/ 0 20251203103730-HARTLINE-USF-SJ670731 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Snap Judgments as Ohio State offensive coordinator and recruiting superstar Brian Hartline is expected to leave the Buckeyes after this year's playoff run to become the head coach at USF. 00:13:57 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-recruiting-primer-as-buckeyes-hit-first-day-of-2025-december-signing-period/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-recruiting-primer-as-buckeyes-hit-first-day-of-2025-december-signing-period/#respond Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-recruiting-primer-as-buckeyes-hit-first-day-of-2025-december-signing-period/ 0 20251202172720-TABS-12-03-AUDIO-COVER227816 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State shouldn't have much drama to deal with on the first day of the 2025 signing period but that doesn't mean there's not a little potential intrigue happening for Ryan Day, Mark Pantoni and the rest of the Buckeyes as they work to build their fu 00:17:43 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ryan-day-had-incling-about-michigan-comms-bucks-eye-indiana-title-tilt/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ryan-day-had-incling-about-michigan-comms-bucks-eye-indiana-title-tilt/#respond Tue, 02 Dec 2025 18:25:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ryan-day-had-incling-about-michigan-comms-bucks-eye-indiana-title-tilt/ 0 20251202131928-SJ-B1GCG-TUESDAY-AUDIO-COVER982561 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State head coach Ryan Day met with the media to talk about everything on his mind as the Buckeyes prepare for their first Big Ten title opportunity in five years. Following his press conference, The Austin & Birm Show provided some thoughts on th 00:17:19 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-evaluating-stakes-approach-for-ohio-state-heading-into-big-ten-title-clash-with-indiana/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-evaluating-stakes-approach-for-ohio-state-heading-into-big-ten-title-clash-with-indiana/#respond Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-evaluating-stakes-approach-for-ohio-state-heading-into-big-ten-title-clash-with-indiana/ 0 20251201181431-TABS-12-01-AUDIO-COVER307720 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The Buckeyes are in the midst of a full-scale push for hardware, and they already claimed the first pieces last weekend with a dominant win over Michigan. But even with a first-round playoff bye likely secured, Ohio State is still putting a heavy emphasis 00:24:34 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-analyzing-ohio-state-beatdown-of-michigan-in-ann-arbor/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-analyzing-ohio-state-beatdown-of-michigan-in-ann-arbor/#respond Mon, 01 Dec 2025 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-analyzing-ohio-state-beatdown-of-michigan-in-ann-arbor/ 0 20251201123748-Roosters-12-1-audio-cover27969 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's time for another fun, casual conversation about the latest Ohio State victory at Roosters Restaurant on Olentangy River Road in Columbus. Former Buckeyes players Bobby Carpenter and Justin Zwick, along with Roosters Nicole Cox, join The Austin & 00:53:03 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-toughness-dominance-undeniable-in-dominant-rivalry-win-over-michigan/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-toughness-dominance-undeniable-in-dominant-rivalry-win-over-michigan/#respond Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-toughness-dominance-undeniable-in-dominant-rivalry-win-over-michigan/ 0 20251130113851-TABS-AUDIO-COVER-12-1758171 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State went into the Big House and flexed the strength of its program in a culture-validating victory over rival Michigan. The Buckeyes ended the losing streak in The Game, clinched a spot in the Big Ten championship and sent a message to the rest of 00:26:18 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-dominates-michigan-in-ann-arbor-clinches-b1g-title-game-berth/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-dominates-michigan-in-ann-arbor-clinches-b1g-title-game-berth/#respond Sat, 29 Nov 2025 22:18:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-dominates-michigan-in-ann-arbor-clinches-b1g-title-game-berth/ 0 20251129171943-SJ-TUN-AUDIO-COVER819498 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State wiped out Michigan in Ann Arbor behind a balanced offensive attack and a defense that had the Wolverines flabbergasted all afternoon at Michigan Stadium. Following the game and Ryan Day's press conference, The Austin & Birm Show provided t 00:22:09 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-michigan-score-prediction-bold-predictions-for-the-greatest-rivalry-in-sports/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-michigan-score-prediction-bold-predictions-for-the-greatest-rivalry-in-sports/#respond Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-michigan-score-prediction-bold-predictions-for-the-greatest-rivalry-in-sports/ 0 20251127153209-TABS-11-28-AUDIO-COVER306476 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's bold prediction time Ohio State and Michigan in The Game. Nothing else needs to be said. 00:30:52 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-michigan-thoughts-and-questions-from-the-austin-birm-show-viewers/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-michigan-thoughts-and-questions-from-the-austin-birm-show-viewers/#respond Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-michigan-thoughts-and-questions-from-the-austin-birm-show-viewers/ 0 20251126161359-TABS-11-27-VIDEO-COVER875509 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State and Michigan are a little over 48 hours away from rekindling their heated rivalry and on a special Thanksgiving mailbag edition of The Austin & Birm Show the guys are reading thoughts and questions from viewers about this weekend's season- 00:39:46 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ryan-day-updates-injuries-for-ohio-state-buckeyes-finding-balance-for-the-game/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ryan-day-updates-injuries-for-ohio-state-buckeyes-finding-balance-for-the-game/#respond Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:22:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ryan-day-updates-injuries-for-ohio-state-buckeyes-finding-balance-for-the-game/ 0 20251126192253-SJ-AUDIO-COVER-11-26547713 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State head coach Ryan Day and three Buckeyes captains met with the media on Wednesday night and provided some thoughts on the team's preparation for the weekend's game at Michigan. Following the evening's festivities, The Austin & Birm Show pr 00:15:27 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-michigan-matchups-that-favor-buckeyes-julian-sayin-in-cold-weather-and-more/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-michigan-matchups-that-favor-buckeyes-julian-sayin-in-cold-weather-and-more/#respond Wed, 26 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-michigan-matchups-that-favor-buckeyes-julian-sayin-in-cold-weather-and-more/ 0 20251125173131-TABS-11-26-AUDIO-COVER175965 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is three days away from its regular season finale with Michigan and there are a handful of questions and matchups that favor the Buckeyes but that doesn't mean there aren't areas of concern heading to Ann Arbor. It's a Woody Wednesday from T 00:20:49 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-attacking-michigan-week-with-focus-emotion-leading-way-to-ann-arbor/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-attacking-michigan-week-with-focus-emotion-leading-way-to-ann-arbor/#respond Tue, 25 Nov 2025 18:21:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-attacking-michigan-week-with-focus-emotion-leading-way-to-ann-arbor/ 0 20251125132254-TUN-SJ-AUDIO-COVER757273 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ryan Day met with the media on Tuesday ahead of the Buckeyes game against Michigan and following his weekly press conference The Austin & Birm Show broke down the day's biggest takeaways from The Woody Hayes Athletic Center. 00:14:52 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-evolution-of-ryan-day-impacts-ohio-state-preparation-game-plan-for-the-game/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-evolution-of-ryan-day-impacts-ohio-state-preparation-game-plan-for-the-game/#respond Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-evolution-of-ryan-day-impacts-ohio-state-preparation-game-plan-for-the-game/ 0 20251124162034-TABS-11-25-AUDIO-COVER762122 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full There is a national championship on the resumé now, which certainly can alleviate some of the pressure for Ryan Day. But the Ohio State coach quite obviously wants to end the losing streak in The Game, and he’s made a few chances to the routine this ye 00:24:55 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-rutgers-in-rear-view-analyzing-ohio-state-approach-to-the-game/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-rutgers-in-rear-view-analyzing-ohio-state-approach-to-the-game/#respond Mon, 24 Nov 2025 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-rutgers-in-rear-view-analyzing-ohio-state-approach-to-the-game/ 0 20251124120454-roosters-11-24-audio-cover792794 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's Monday and it's THE Game Week as The Austin & Birm Show returns for another fun, casual conversation about the Buckeyes as Ohio State puts Rutgers in the rearview and turns all its focus to the Michigan Wolverines. Former Buckeyes players Bobby 00:50:05 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-intensity-stakes-increasing-as-dominant-ohio-state-wraps-up-preseason-before-the-game/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-intensity-stakes-increasing-as-dominant-ohio-state-wraps-up-preseason-before-the-game/#respond Mon, 24 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-intensity-stakes-increasing-as-dominant-ohio-state-wraps-up-preseason-before-the-game/ 0 20251123134939-TABS-11-24-AUDIO-cover634509 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full The main event has finally arrived for Ohio State. After maintaining focus once more against an overmatched opponent on Saturday by pasting Rutgers in the Horseshoe, the Buckeyes can dial up the urgency for The Game and another high-stakes rivalry showdow 00:27:39 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-injury-issues-cast-shadow-over-buckeyes-regular-season-home-finale-win/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-injury-issues-cast-shadow-over-buckeyes-regular-season-home-finale-win/#respond Sat, 22 Nov 2025 21:57:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-injury-issues-cast-shadow-over-buckeyes-regular-season-home-finale-win/ 0 20251122165844-RUTGERS-GAME-SJ-AUDIO-COVER323448 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is heading to Ann Arbor with another win on its 2025 schedule but big questions remaining about the Buckeyes injury issues at receiver. Following the game and the post-game press conference at Ohio Stadium, The Austin & Birm Show are sharin 00:19:37 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-bold-predictions-score-predictions-as-buckeyes-host-final-home-game-of-2025/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-bold-predictions-score-predictions-as-buckeyes-host-final-home-game-of-2025/#respond Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-bold-predictions-score-predictions-as-buckeyes-host-final-home-game-of-2025/ 0 20251120125317-TABS-11-21-AUDIO-COVER513767 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's Friday on The Beat with The Austin & Birm Show and that means Bold Predictions, Score Predictions and discussion about the Ohio State home game against Rutgers this weekend. It's the final regular season home game of the 2025 season and this is 00:31:20 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-three-thoughts-on-ohio-state-rutgers-and-buckeyes-approach-to-playing-time-title-push/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-three-thoughts-on-ohio-state-rutgers-and-buckeyes-approach-to-playing-time-title-push/#respond Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-three-thoughts-on-ohio-state-rutgers-and-buckeyes-approach-to-playing-time-title-push/ 0 20251119173630-TABS-11-20-AUDIO-COVER989084 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is set for its final home game of the 2025 season as Rutgers comes to Ohio Stadium for the Buckeyes senior day. What approach will Ryan Day and his program take with two must win games left for a chance at the Big Ten title? 00:26:52 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-injuries-receive-no-update-buckeyes-seniors-talk-with-media/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-injuries-receive-no-update-buckeyes-seniors-talk-with-media/#respond Thu, 20 Nov 2025 01:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-injuries-receive-no-update-buckeyes-seniors-talk-with-media/ 0 20251119195237-SJ-WEDS-RU-AUDIO986610 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full It's another Wednesday night at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center as the Buckeyes prepare for their final home game of the season against Rutgers. Ryan Day and a handful of Ohio State seniors met with the media to break down their thoughts about those topi 00:16:08 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-patience-being-paid-off-as-mylan-graham-nate-roberts-others-emerge-late/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-patience-being-paid-off-as-mylan-graham-nate-roberts-others-emerge-late/#respond Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-ohio-state-patience-being-paid-off-as-mylan-graham-nate-roberts-others-emerge-late/ 0 20251118173607-TABS-11-19-AUDIO60403 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State's third 'training camp' stretch of the 2025 season is over and a handful of inexperienced Buckeyes are taking advantage of their opportunities to get on the field for the Scarlet and Gray. That's the conversation for Wednesday on The Beat f 00:23:22 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-injuries-in-focus-as-buckeyes-keep-eyes-on-senior-day-rutgers-game/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-injuries-in-focus-as-buckeyes-keep-eyes-on-senior-day-rutgers-game/#respond Tue, 18 Nov 2025 18:39:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/snap-judgments-ohio-state-injuries-in-focus-as-buckeyes-keep-eyes-on-senior-day-rutgers-game/ 0 20251118133930-SJ-11-18-AUDIO-COVER317974 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State is still not going to talk about injuries and that's Ryan Day's approach so instead the Buckeyes are focusing on beating Rutgers and getting to Indianapolis according to their head coach. Following his Tuesday morning press conference, The Au 00:14:02 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-ohio-state-will-manage-prep-reps-in-last-home-matchup-with-the-game-in-sight/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-ohio-state-will-manage-prep-reps-in-last-home-matchup-with-the-game-in-sight/#respond Tue, 18 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-ohio-state-will-manage-prep-reps-in-last-home-matchup-with-the-game-in-sight/ 0 20251117213433-TABS-11-18-AUDIO-COVER998342 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State has been steadfast in its routine all season and treats every opponent the same, so from that perspective it might be hard to imagine anything different on Saturday in the home finale against Rutgers. But The Game is looming, so might Buckeyes 00:31:08 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-handles-ucla-buckeyes-injury-talk-highlights-rutgers-week/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-handles-ucla-buckeyes-injury-talk-highlights-rutgers-week/#respond Mon, 17 Nov 2025 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-live-show-at-roosters-ohio-state-handles-ucla-buckeyes-injury-talk-highlights-rutgers-week/ 0 20251117124047-Roosters-11-17-AUDIO-COVER723298 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State steamrolled UCLA and is likely to do the same thing to Rutgers with the Scarlet Knights coming to town for senior day in Columbus on tap. What do the Buckeyes need to accomplish against Rutgers to prepare for the final regular season game in An 00:52:19 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-ohio-state-is-dominating-opponents-complacency-so-consistently/ https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-ohio-state-is-dominating-opponents-complacency-so-consistently/#respond Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.971thefan.com/episode/the-beat-how-ohio-state-is-dominating-opponents-complacency-so-consistently/ 0 20251116154658-TABS-11-17-AUDIO-COVER530150 WBNS - Columbus, OH WBNS - Columbus, OH full Ohio State won without stress yet again on Saturday night in the Horseshoe, refusing to overlook an overmatched UCLA while still balancing reps for a roster working through injuries. The Buckeyes have stayed locked in during their perfect run into the las 00:27:49