Locked On Ducks - Daily Podcast On Oregon Ducks Big 10 SQUAD - Big 10 Schedule has been REVEALED | Did Oregon get a FAVORABLE schedule?
Jan 29, 2026
Jay Stephens, Buckeyes-focused analyst, breaks down Ohio State’s brutal slate. Roman Tomashoff, Pacific Northwest expert, explains Oregon and Washington’s Big Ten transition. Craig Sheeman, veteran Big Ten historian, adds conference-wide context. They debate brutal midseason gauntlets, West Coast scheduling quirks, TV timing effects, and why programs court tough nonconference tests. A few laughs about mascots lighten the talk.
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Ohio State's Grueling 2026 Slate
- Ohio State faces an unusually brutal 2026 schedule with multiple high-profile road tests and marquee home games.
- The panel views this slate as one of Ryan Day's toughest and a likely recipe for a 10-2 season rather than perfection.
Midseason Tests Could Define Ohio State
- The panel highlights Indiana, USC, and Oregon as real threats in Ohio State's schedule cluster.
- They argue those midseason tests will meaningfully determine Ohio State's title chances.
Schedule Tough To Prepare Team
- Test your roster during the regular season by scheduling strong opponents to avoid being surprised later.
- Ryan Day appears to be intentionally scheduling tougher games to better prepare his team for high-pressure matchups.