Best Black Box Promotions Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 468: Aaron Bradshaw Boxes Out Felix Okpara Into the Transfer Portal, NFL Draft Preview, and Michigan Goes On Probation for Burgergate While Connor Stalions Investigation Continues 1:02:57

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On this week's episode of The Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George navigate the news of Felix Okpara's transfer after Aaron Bradshaw's arrival relative to Jake Diebler's roster building and retention in his first offseason as OSU head coach. The duo also explore the latest news surrounding stocks of various Buckeyes ahead of Thursday's NFL Draft befor…

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Ep. 467: Spring Game Recap, Buckeye Football and Basketball Score More Recruiting Wins, and John Calipari Had Interest in Ohio State Before Arkansas? 59:37

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On this week's episode of The Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George recap the Ohio State spring game and discuss how much stock fans should put into what they saw relative to the rest of the offseason. The duo also examine some recent recruiting success across the athletic department before examining John Calipari's divorce from Kentucky and his previo…

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Ep. 466: What to Expect From the Spring Game, Ohio State Bids Farewell to Zed Key, and the College Basketball National Championships 56:43

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On this week's episode of The Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George remark on the continued rise of Jeremiah Smith ahead of setting expectations for the Ohio State spring game. The duo then lament the departure of Zed Key after a letdown final campaign for the beloved Buckeye big man before pivoting to discussion of the NCAA men's and women's basketbal…

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Ep. 465: Ohio State's Quarterback Competition Becomes No Clearer After Will Howard Loses Black Stripe, Buckeyes Lose in NIT Quarterfinals, and NFL Draft Rumors Continue to Swirl 50:49

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On this week's episode of The Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George recap the beat's insights on Ohio State's ongoing quarterback battle at spring practice following the removal of Will Howard's black stripe. The duo also grieve over the conclusion of Buckeye men's basketball season before examining NFL Draft rumors circulating at the beginning of Apri…

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Ep. 464: Ohio State Women's Hockey Wins Another National Title, Buckeyes Continue to Advance Through the NIT, and Michigan Replaces Juwan Howard with Dusty May 56:21

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On this week's episode of The Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George celebrate a trio of national championships won by Ohio State athletics over the weekend across women's hockey, the pistol team, and wrestling. The duo also explore Buckeye basketball's progress through the NIT before examining the recent head coach hire Michigan has made for their hoop…

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Ep. 463: Jake Diebler Officially Becomes Ohio State's New Head Coach, Big Ten Tournament Fallout, and Tony Alford Leaves the Buckeyes for TTUN 1:05:24

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On this week's episode of The Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George react to the promotion of Jake Diebler from interim to official men's basketball head coach in tandem with the Buckeyes' sloppily-officiated loss to Illinois in the Big Ten Tournament. The duo also explore postseason storylines surrounding the women's hoops and hockey teams before rema…

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Ep. 462: Devin Brown Has Strong Words at the Dawn of Spring Practice, Jake Diebler Passes Chris Holtmann's Big Ten Win Total in 2024, and Has the Mafia Infiltrated SEC Football? 58:40

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On this week's episode of The Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George examine Devin Brown clapping back at critics as Ohio State spring practice begins. The duo also discuss the end to the regular seasons for Buckeye men's and women's basketball before exploring a crazy mob ties story out of the SEC.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep. 461: Ohio State's Late-Season NCAA Tournament Bid Continues, Recapping the NFL Combine, and Rule Changes Blurring the Lines Between College and Pro Football 1:01:38

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On this week's episode of The Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George examine the immediate success Jake Diebler has had as Ohio State's interim men's basketball coach before pondering his future in Columbus as well as the Buckeyes' tourney hopes as March begins. But first, the duo explores the results from the NFL Combine before closing with best wishes…

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Ep. 460: Ohio State Men's Hoops Finally Ends the Road Losing Streak, Court Storming Discourse Rages Across College Basketball, and Players Finally Getting Paid for Their Video Game Likenesses 1:00:59

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On this week's episode of The Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George speculate on the postseason hopes for Ohio State men's basketball after the team finally ended its road losing streak in stunning fashion against Michigan State. The duo also examine the growing concern with court storming after another CBB star found themselves injured by fans over th…

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Ep. 459: Ohio State Shocks No. 2 Purdue in Aftermath of Chris Holtmann Dismissal, Can the Buckeyes Still Make the NCAA Tournament, and James Laurinaitis Promoted to Linebackers Coach 1:05:17

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On this week's episode of The Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George celebrate the stunning upset of the 2nd overall Purdue Boilermakers only days after Chris Holtmann's firing from the team. The duo also ponder what this team's short-term future is under Jake Diebler before pivoting to football news and the promotion of James Laurinaitis to LB coach.…

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Ep. 458: Ohio State Swaps Out Chip Kelly for Bill O'Brien, Super Bowl LVIII Recap, and the Michigan Football Exodus Continues 1:04:16

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On this week's Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George review the highlights and lowlights of the latest Super Bowl before comparing fan sentiments about new Buckeye offensive coordinator Chip Kelly relative to Bill O'Brien. The duo also examines new departures from Michigan's football program and celebrates women's hoops rising to second overall in the …

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Ep. 457: Chris Holtmann Sees His Shadow as the Long Road Winter Continues, Women's Basketball Keeps Rising, and Has Tim Walton Surpassed Brian Hartline as Best Recruiter in Columbus? 58:47

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On this week's episode of The Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George lament the direction of Ohio State men's basketball's season before celebrating the continued success of the women's squad. The duo also discuss the potential departure of Bill O'Brien and whether or not Tim Walton has surpassed Brian Hartline as the best recruiter of the football staf…

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Ep. 456: Ohio State Basketball Suffers Worst Losses of the Season in Back-to-Back Games, Jim Harbaugh Hits the Road, and the Untold Story of the Schlegel Chokeslam 1:05:57

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On this week's Dubcast, Johnny and George lament the direction that Ohio State's basketball season has taken after another devastating January for Chris Holtmann. The duo also wave farewell to Jim Harbaugh and welcome back Anthony Schlegel to Columbus with newly-revealed details surrounding his infamous chokeslam.…

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Ep. 455: Ohio State Vultures at the Remains of the Alabama Empire, Bill O'Brien Hire Has Buckeye Fans Divided, and Lamenting the Death of Sports Illustrated 1:09:22

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On this week's Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George celebrate the successful recruitment of Caleb Downs and Julian Sayin away from the crumbling Crimson Tide before examining why new offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien has drawn so many split opinions between Buckeye fans.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep. 454: Several Buckeyes Returning for the 2024 Season, the Long January Has Once Again Come for Chris Holtmann, and the Aftermath of Nick Saban's Retirement 1:02:22

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On this week's slightly tardy episode of The Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George react to the wave of Ohio State football players announcing their return to Columbus for the 2024 season. The duo also looks ahead at a grueling stretch for basketball and examine the departure of one of college football's most impactful coaches.…

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Ep. 453: C.J. Stroud Destroys the "OSU QBs Can't Win in the NFL" Narrative, Transfer Portal Talent Arrives in Columbus, and Buckeye Basketball Gears Up for January 57:56

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On this week's episode of The Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George examine all the recent transfer portal arrivals in Columbus alongside other roster returns and turnover at Ohio State. The duo also celebrates C.J. Stroud becoming the first former Buckeye quarterback to start in the NFL Playoffs since Mike Tomczak — Joe Burrow notwithstanding.…

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Ep. 452: Cotton Bowl Fallout, College Football Playoff Semi-Finals Recap, and What's in Store for Ryan Day in 2024? 1:04:38

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On the first episode of The Eleven Dubcast in 2024, Johnny and George review Ohio State's letdown in the Cotton Bowl, explore Carson Hinzman's mysterious podcast appearance before the game and recap the College Football Playoff.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep. 451: NIL vs. NFL Standoff Continues for Several Would-Be Departing Buckeyes, Transfer Portal Havoc Continues Runs Amok, and Kyle McCord Settles on Syracuse 56:23

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On this week's episode of the Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George react to the latest bad news surrounding Buckeye recruits decommitting for "greener" pastures as well as how NIL seems to be holding up decisions on several futures of players still at Ohio State.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep. 450: Marvin Harrison Jr. Finishes Fourth in Heisman Voting, Jim Knowles Will Not Be the Next Head Coach at Duke, and OSU MBB Hits Some Turbulence Against Penn State 1:04:26

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On this week's Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George review the results of the Heisman Trophy voting and examine the latest news on the coaching carousel relative to Ohio State before moving on to Buckeye basketball and Ask Us Anything.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep. 449: Kyle McCord and Julian Fleming Bail Out on the Buckeyes, Ohio State Suddenly Needs to Go Transfer Portal Shopping, and Everybody Hates the CFP! 56:29

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On this week's Dubcast, Johnny and George react to the breaking news of Kyle McCord's intent to transfer away from Ohio State. The duo discuss what that move and other players heading for the portal means for the Buckeyes long-term, before pivoting to analysis of the College Football Playoff and its selection committee.…

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Ep 448: Ohio State Falls to Michigan for a Third Year in a Row, Addressing Short and Long-Term Ramifications, and How Buckeye Fans Can Emotionally Bounce Back with Basketball 55:27

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On this week's Dubcast, Johnny and George share their ranges of thoughts on Ohio State's first loss of the football season at the hands of Michigan before pivoting into happier times ahead for the basketball team.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep. 447: It's Finally "The Game" Week, Ohio State Dispatches Minnesota Before Moving on to Michigan, and "Uncle T" Enters the Chat Surrounding Harbaugh/Stalions Drama 1:14:23

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On this week's episode of The Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George rejoice in the return of The Game! First, the duo briefly recaps the Buckeyes' latest win over Minnesota before moving on to preview Ohio State vs. Michigan and relaying the latest drama from the Harbaugh/Stalions fallout.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep. 446: Ohio State Stomps Out Michigan State in the First Half, Dubgate Debriefing, and the Wolverines Become the "Victims Valiant" 1:04:21

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On this week's Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George thank everyone for a wildly successful Dubgate before diving into the juicy details of Ohio State's 38-6 runaway victory over Michigan State and the other major stories across college football from the past weekend.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep. 445: Ohio State's Defense Saves the Day Again Versus Rutgers, the Connor Stalions Scandal at Michigan Keeps Getting Weirder, and Join Us at Eleven Dubgate This Saturday! 1:01:37

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On this week's Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George recap Ohio State's performance against Rutgers — that was much closer than the final score would indicate — before breaking down the latest news among Michigan's scandals and asking you to attend Eleven Dubgate this weekend!By Eleven Warriors

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Ep. 444: Ohio State Runs Over Wisconsin 24-10 in TreVeyon Henderson's Triumphant Return, and the Connor Stalions Saga Continues at Michigan 1:04:32

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On this week's episode of The Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George recap the return of TreVeyon Henderson and Ohio State's defensive performance in the Buckeyes' most recent win over the Wisconsin Badgers before turning their attention back to the hilarious scandal at Michigan.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep. 443: Ohio State Defensively Dominates Penn State, and a Michigan Spy Finds Himself Exposed to the College Football World 1:12:08

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On this week's episode of The Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George debrief what was arguably Ohio State's biggest win of the season against Penn State before diving deep into the Michigan scandal surrounding suspended Wolverine staffer Conor Stalions.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep. 442: Buckeyes Steamroll the Boilermakers on Each Side of the Ball, Nerves About Special Teams Heading into Penn State, and Did Marcus Freeman Just Save Archie Griffin's Heisman Legacy? 55:02

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This week on the Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George review Ohio State's dominant win on the road over Purdue before examining which areas the team will need to address prior to the Penn State game. The duo also examine other major headlines from around the college football world — such as USC's loss to Notre Dame — and how they may impact the Buckey…

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Ep 441: Ohio State Takes Down Maryland 37-17 to Stay Undefeated, Exploring Reasons for Optimism and Points of Concern Following the Buckeyes' Fifth Win of 2023 1:02:34

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On this week's episode of The Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George recap Ohio State's victory over Maryland with a variety of takeaways and concerns following the team's first performance emerging from their scheduled bye weekend.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep. 440: Kyle Jones Joins the Show to Discuss Where Ohio State Can Improve After the Bye Week, Positives from the Notre Dame Win, and How Cade Stover Has Finally Won the Hearts of Buckeye Fans 59:32

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On a special episode of the Eleven Dubcast as Ohio State returns from a bye week, Eleven Warriors schematic gridiron expert Kyle Jones returns to the program for a discussion on the current state of the Buckeye football team after the first month of the college football season.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep. 439: Ohio State Beats Notre Dame in NBC's "Game of the Century," the Buckeyes Spoil a Fighting Irish Fall Wedding, and What Did This Win Say About OSU Improving Its Flaws? 1:02:01

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On the most triumphant episode of the Eleven Dubcast yet in 2023, Johnny returns to rejoice with George over what proved to be a dramatic and thrilling 17-14 victory for Ohio State over Notre Dame. George recalls how he watched the Buckeyes break the hearts of several bridesmaids wearing green and gold before the duo expands upon the full events an…

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Ep. 438: Andy Anders Joins to Discuss Kyle McCord Becoming King of the Hilltoppers, Bounce Backs from Denzel Burke and Jack Sawyer, Plus the SEC Has Some Stank On It! 1:02:46

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On this special Dubcast episode, Eleven Warriors beat reporter Andy Anders joins the show with George Eisner to discuss Ohio State's win over Western Kentucky, how this performance may carry over into the Notre Dame game, and other major stories from around the Big Ten and college football.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep. 437: Youngstown State a Bit Too Close for Comfort, Kyle McCord Finally Becomes the Outright Starting QB, and Evaluating Ohio State Through Two Weeks. 57:49

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On the Eleven Dubcast this week, Johnny and George debrief the pros and cons from Ohio State's somewhat underwhelming showing against Youngstown State before turning their attention to the rest of college football and the upcoming game with WKU.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep. 436: Crisis in Bloomington! Takeaways from Ohio State's Opener in Indiana, What to Like, What Needs Improvement, and Other Headlines From Week One of the College Football Season 54:46

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On the first episode of the Eleven Dubcast during the 2023 Ohio State football season, Johnny and George share their points of optimism and air their grievances over the result of the Indiana game after a strong day from the Buckeye defense opposite a turbulent start for Kyle McCord and the offense.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep. 435: Ohio State Football Season Finally Arrives! Dubcast Delivers Full Position Group Previews, Schedule Breakdowns, and Confidence Levels. 1:16:45

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This week on the Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George wait out the final week of the college football offseason with a pre-Indiana overview discussion of the entire Ohio State football team, expected contributors, toughest dates on the schedule, and confidence levels across the program.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep. 434: Columbus Goes Back to the Carter Years, Ryan Day Still Undecided About a Quarterback, and Which New B1G West Coast School Would Make the Best Rival for Ohio State? 55:01

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On the Eleven Dubcast this week, Johnny and George wish Sammy Sasso all the best before welcoming Ted Carter as the newly anointed president of The Ohio State University. The duo also grapple with perceived uncertainty around the Buckeyes' quarterback situation before discussion which new members of the Big Ten would serve best as rivals for OSU.…

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Ep. 433: Gene Smith Announces Retirement Date, Reflections on the Legacy of Ohio State's Athletic Director, and Will Ryan Day Announce a Starting QB Soon? 57:01

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On the Eleven Dubcast this week, Johnny and George bid farewell to Gene Smith as Ohio State's Athletic Director of well over a decade announces his retirement plans. The duo reflect on his legacy and accomplishments at the university before discussing more updates from fall football camp.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep. 432: The Pac-12's Loss is the Big Ten's Gain, How Ohio State Fans Should View Ongoing Conference Realignment, and Which Buckeye Home Game Should Concern Fans the Most? 1:05:37

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On the Eleven Dubcast this week, Johnny and George go all-in on the breaking news surrounding the demise of the Pac-12 as new schools prepare to join the Big Ten and Big 12. The duo also try to give Ohio State fans some perspective on what these changes mean for college football long-term before tackling other major Buckeye stories as team camp beg…

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Ep. 431: Another Top-5 Positional Recruit Commits, TTUN Tries to Go Humble About Planting Flags, and Route Man Marv for Heisman Trophy? 59:21

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On the Eleven Dubcast this week, Johnny and George speak on a wide variety of topics including the recent commitment of Aaron Scott Jr. and recent comments surrounding The Game made by Ryan Day and TTUN flag-planter Mike Sainristil.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep 430: A New Set of Alternate Uniforms, Buckeye Madden Ratings, and What Does Ezekiel Elliot's Free Agency Say About the Future of NFL Running Backs? 1:01:18

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This week Johnny and George discuss the finer points of haute couture and celebrate that C.J. Stroud got his damn money! The duo also reviews the release of the upcoming Madden ratings for pro Ohio State players, including a noteworthy absence of Ezekiel Elliot that merits its own discussion.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep 429: Dan Hope Joins the Dubcast to Discuss NCAA Violations Far & Wide, Sports Betting's Scholastic Influence, and Other Money Topics in College Athletics 53:27

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On a special episode of the Eleven Dubcast, the site's Deputy Editor — Dan Hope — joins George to discuss the recently self-reported minor NCAA violations at Ohio State relative to the end of the Jeremy Pruitt investigation at Tennessee, as well as other significant money issues in college athletics at the moment such as sports betting scandals.…

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Ep 428: Northwestern Has Fallen, Student Journalists Continue to Preserve the Truth, and Another Out-of-State Recruiting Win 56:21

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On the Dubcast this week, Johnny goes over the breaking news around Northwestern and Pat Fitzgerald with George — a Chicago native that grew up with a soft spot for the Wildcats — before diving into other major stories surrounding Ohio State, Big Ten, and college athletics.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep 427: A Surprise Five-Star Recruiting Win Over TTUN & ND, NBA Buckeyes in Free Agency, and ESPN Kicks Out Jalen Rose 59:01

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This week, Johnny and George are just as excited as you are about an unexpected five-star commit that spurned the likes of Michigan and Notre Dame, plus free agency news for D'Angelo Russell and Keita Bates-Diop on top of a wave of departures from ESPN.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep 426: Ohio State-Level Recruiting Pipelines, Brice Sensabaugh to the Utah Jazz, and Has Ohio Stadium Morale Returned? 55:07

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This week, the Eleven Dubcast discusses encouraging recent news around Ohio State at the regional recruiting level, and George challenges an old rival journalist to a 1v1 basketball game while debriefing the NBA Draft.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep 425: Examining Ohio State's NIL Trajectory, Future Buckeyes at Offseason Camps, and Preseason All-Americans are Beginning to Take Shape 1:01:20

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This week, the Eleven Dubcast has a lot to be positive about when it comes to the future of Ohio State football — whether helping players navigate the NIL landscape or fostering the talent of the players themselves.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep 424: The Death of B1G Divisions, Cold Water on More Conference Realignment, and Hell on Wheels at UGA 1:00:21

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This week on The Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George examine the Big Ten's move away from divisions, as well as the top candidates to join the conference next and UGA's traffic concerns.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep 423: Kirk Herbstreit Predicts a Long, Long Summer for Anyone Waiting for the Quarterback Competition to End 56:10

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Ohio State fans, including the hosts of the Eleven Dubcast, would love for the quarterback race to be settled sooner rather than later. Not so fast, my friend!By Eleven Warriors

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Ep 422: Tony Petitti Cleans Up the B1G Mess Left by Kevin Warren, Other Conference Official Incompetence, and a Relegation System in College Football? 53:43

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This week on the Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George go over Kevin Warren mishandling the new Big Ten media deal, more conference brass mishaps, and potential CFB relegation.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep 421: Schembechler Schadenfreude at Michigan, the Return of EA Sports College Football, and Praise for Josh Perry 53:10

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On the Eleven Dubcast this week, Johnny and George review the latest drama in the Michigan athletic department, the return of EA Sports NCAA Football, Josh Perry and Snake Eater.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep 420: Ohio State Balances the Transfer Portal, Grass is Great, and So Is Men's Tennis 54:13

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This week Johnny and George look at the current status of Ohio State's transfer situation, advocate for grass, and celebrate both moms and Men's Tennis.By Eleven Warriors

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Ep. 419: Analyzing C.J. Stroud's Comments on Quinn Ewers, Multiple Midwest Sports Betting Scandals, and CFP Stadium Upgrades 1:00:33

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This week on The Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George discuss Ryan Day's QB room management in the NIL era, plus a pair of big money concerns swirling around Midwestern college athletics.By Eleven Warriors

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