The Buckeyes opened Big Ten play with a 38-7 win on the road over Michigan State. In this instant reaction edition of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman recap what they saw first-hand from Spartan Stadium. They discuss the marvel that continues to be Jeremiah Smith, the duality of OSU's first-half defense and second-half defense, and much, much more.

00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Shoutout
00:52 Game Day Atmosphere and Tailgating
02:01 Welcome to the Buckeye Weekly Podcast
02:24 Jeremiah Smith's Impact on the Game
04:44 Ohio State's Offensive Strategy
14:35 Defensive Adjustments and Performance
27:09 Special Teams and Miscellaneous Topics
28:54 Postgame Reactions and Player Highlights
41:56 Running Backs and Offensive Strategies
42:56 Ohio State's Tight End Dilemma
43:46 Penalties and Their Impact
45:13 Jeremiah Smith's Spectacular Plays
47:59 Recruiting and Membership Promotions
49:09 Addressing Viewer Questions
51:36 Defensive Adjustments and Concerns
01:02:36 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Challenges
01:03:17 Fan Reactions and Expectations
01:21:26 National Championship Prospects
01:24:17 Closing Remarks and Thank Yous