The Buckeye Weekly Podcast 10 Things We Learned From Rewatching Ohio State's 38-14 Win Over Penn State
Nov 5, 2025
Dive into Ohio State's thrilling 38-14 victory over Penn State! Hear about Kenyatta Jackson's explosive pass rush and the versatility of Caden Curry and Arvell Reese. Discover how disciplined defense dismantled Penn State's trick plays and the elite chemistry between Julian Sayin and Jeremiah Smith. Explore Ryan Day's innovative strategies against Jim Knowles' game planning, and how diamond formations set up offensive success. With standout individual performances, it’s a must-listen for any Buckeyes fan!
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Kenyatta Jackson's Late-Season Leap
- Kenyatta Jackson emerged as a dominant, versatile pass rusher late in the season with multiple sacks and TFLs.
- Combined with Caden Curry, the starters matched last year's tackle total but blew past tackles-for-loss and sacks, showing defensive growth.
Arvel Reese: The Swiss Army Defender
- Arvel Reese functions as a hybrid linebacker and safety, rushing the passer and covering deep.
- His strength and versatility have drawn draft and award attention after consistently impactful performances.
Defense Discipline Beats Razzle-Dazzle
- Ohio State's defense showed extreme discipline, rarely fooled by trick plays and staying patient until the play developed.
- That discipline allowed them to swallow Penn State's razzle-dazzle and force negative plays like a 14-yard loss.