Spring Football Preview Part II, Ryan Day's New Contract & NFL Combine

A New Day: What are realistic expectations for new Ohio State Head Coach Ryan Day in year 1? Is it a failure if the Buckeyes don't make the CFB Playoff? Georgia transfer Justin Fields won the QB competition during fall camp, will he live up to the 5-star hype? The guys break down the schedule and take a macro look at the 2019 season. Subscribe to The Athletic using this special link and save 40% theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Week 1 Confusion: The guys are confused about Ohio State's opening win vs. FAU. The offense scored 4 quick TDs but went to sleep for the next 2 quarters. Ari still needs to see more out of QB Justin Fields to believe he will live up to the hype. Bill saw natural growing pains for a young QB and an offensive coaching staff that went vanilla. Is Ari too negative? The defense was phenomenal and Chase Young was dominant. Ohio State is a 17-point-favorite in Week 2 vs. Cincinnati. Subscribe to The Athletic and save 40% by using this special link: theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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4 to 6 with A&B Trailer: Coming soon to The Athletic! Ari Wasserman and Bill Landis discuss Ohio State football and recruiting every Monday & Friday. From Ohio Stadium to the Woody Hayes Athletic Center and all the highways connecting Big Ten country, they cover the most important stories surrounding one of the biggest programs in college football. by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Sleepwalking through Rutgers. Awake for Penn State: Ohio State sleepwalks in New Jersey and beats Rutgers 56-21. Justin Fields continues to look like one of the best QBs in college football. Ryan Day has handled his 1st year starter perfectly. Ari isn't impressed by Penn State's speed and thinks it could be a blowout. Vegas is in agreement and set the line at -18. The guys play out some different CFB Playoff scenarios. Subscribe to The Athletic and save 40% on your annual subscription. www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Mid-Season Review: Ohio State is 6-0 and the #3 team in the country. Who has been the MVP for the Buckeyes so far this season? Chase Young is on pace for 17 sacks. Justin Fields looks like a veteran during his 1st year as a starter. J.K Dobbins and Master Teague III is a great one-two punch in the backfield. Ryan Day is officially in the hunt for a National Championship during his 1st season as Ohio State Head Coach. Subscribe to The Athletic and get 40% off your annual subscription: www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Ohio State's Identity: After watching Michigan get dominated by Wisconsin, the guys discuss whether Ohio State knows who they are like the Badgers do. On the field, Justin Fields allows Ohio State to run the offense Ryan Day wants to. Off the field, Urban Meyer set up a program philosophy for Ryan Day to carry on. What would have happened if Ohio State offered Nebraska QB Adrian Martinez? Ari talks about his latest piece on The Athletic. Vegas says the Buckeyes are a 2 TD favorite over the Cornhuskers. Ari makes a bold prediction. Subscribe to The Athletic using this special promo code and save 40% off your first year. www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Roster Update, Coaching Changes & 2020 Predictions: Key Buckeyes have declared for the NFL Draft and others have decided to stay at Ohio State. Corey Dennis is hired as QB Coach. Will the young coach have success coaching Justin Fields in Ryan Day's offense? Ari & Bill make predictions for the 2020 season: Will Ohio State make the playoff again next season? Will Justin Fields wins the Heisman Trophy? Will Kerry Coombs return to Columbus? Will a scholarship QB transfer out of the program? Will Paris Johnson be a freshman starter? Will Baron Browning be a full-time inside linebacker? The Athletic College Football is LIVE in New Orleans on Saturday, January 11th from noon-3ct at The House of Blues. For tickets go to www.theathletic.com/houseofblues Subscribe to The Athletic for 40% off: www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Inside Ohio State Recruiting: A quick update on Ohio State DE Chase Young then Ari & Bill go inside Ohio State recruiting. How is the 2020 class and beyond coming together? Subscribe to The Athletic and save 40% your annual subscription by going to www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Introducing the Lead: From The Athletic and Wondery, The Lead is the first daily sports podcast that will bring you one big story from The Athletic's all-star team of local and national sports reporters to make you the most knowledgeable sports fan in any room. Subscribe now to hear new episodes of the Lead each weekday morning: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lead/id1478448344 Check out theathletic.com/thelead to read stories featured on The Lead. by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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QB Questions: Ari Wasserman and Bill Landis discuss Georgia's loss to South Carolina and the poor play of QB Jake Fromm. Is former UGA QB and now Ohio State starter Justin Fields the better option at QB? Will another transfer QB win the Heisman? Ohio State is a 28 point favorite over Northwestern. Subscribe to The Athletic and get 40% off your annual subscription using this special promo code: theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Better Start than 2014?: Ohio State dominated Cincinnati at home 42-0. Is this 2019 Buckeyes team better than the 2014 team that won the College Football Playoff National Championship? If you were a defensive coordinator, how would you scheme against Justin Fields and the offense? Indiana has been a tricky team for Ohio State, so the focus can't let up heading into Week 3. The number is set at -15... Subscribe to The Athletic using this special link and save 40% www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Ryan Day and Justin Fields Growing Together: Ohio State made critical mistakes against Penn State but still dominated in all three phases of the game. What does it say about the Buckeyes? It's Michigan week. Ryan Day and Jim Harbaugh will meet for the first time. Ari remarks how fascinating it is to cover a successful program with a young 1st year head coach. Justin Fields showed his true dual threat ability for the 1st time this season. Subscribe to The Athletic and get 40% off your annual subscription. www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Three Pillars of Coaching: Ohio State is getting some serious love from the national media. Which playoff matchup would have better storylines, Oklahoma or Georgia? Ryan Day is 3 games into his debut season as Ohio State Head Coach. How does he compare to Urban Meyer and what does the future hold for the program while he is at the helm? Would you take Urban Meyer or Ryan Day to coach the Buckeyes for the next 6 years? Subscribe now to hear new episodes of The Lead each weekday morning: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lead/id1478448344 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Fiesta Bowl: Part 2 of 3: Ari & Bill are together in Scottsdale for Fiesta Bowl media day. Ari talks about his convo with Urban Meyer. Jeff Hafley spoke to the the media for the first time since taking the BC job. 3 offensive lineman announce that they will be back in 2020. Subscribe to The Athletic and save 40% by using www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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EMERGENCY POD: Chase Young vs. NCAA: Ari & Bill react to the breaking news that Ohio State DE Chase Young is out indefinitely due to a possible NCAA violation. Subscribe to The Athletic and save 40% off your annual subscription. www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Toughest Test of the Season: Ohio State will face its most difficult test vs Wisconsin, even though the Badgers just lost to Illinois. The guys examine how the race for the Big Ten Championship is shaping up in the East & the West. Plus, would Buckeyes fans rather lose to Michigan and win the National Championship or beat Michigan and fail to make the playoff? Subscribe to The Athletic using this special promo code and save 40% off your annual subscription: theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Hafley leaves for BC. Early Signing Day Preview: Ari & Bill discuss Jeff Hafley leaving for Boston College, what it means for Ohio State, who Day might get to replace him — former OSU assistant Kerry Coombs — is at the top of that list; then the guys previewed signing day. Subscribe to The Athletic and save 40% by using www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Season Ends with Controversy: Ohio State's season is over and Buckeyes fans are angry about controversial calls. Ari & Bill discuss all the missed opportunities OSU had in the redzone and how the anger from this one is going linger for awhile. Justin Fields had a very successful 1st season in Columbus, despite throwing a last-minute INT. What will he look like in year 2 under Ryan Day? Subscribe to The Athletic and save 40% by using www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Fiesta Bowl: Part 1 of 3: Merry Christmas from Uncle Ari & Cousin Bill! Ohio State is 3 days away from Fiesta Bowl kickoff vs. #3 Clemson. Justin Fields says he's not yet 100% after suffering a knee injury vs. Penn State. How concerned should fans be about those comments? Both Ohio State and Clemson are both playing to disrespect card during media availability in Phoenix. Will the Buckeyes play 2 safeties on the field like they did against Wisconsin and Michigan? Stay tuned, Ari and Bill we back tomorrow for more updates from the desert. Subscribe to The Athletic and save 40% by using www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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National Championship Favorites: According to oddsmakers, Ohio State is officially the favorite to win the National Championship. The Florida State head coaching job is now open and USC will potentially come open as well. Would former Ohio State coach Urban Meyer consider taking either job? Subscribe to The Athletic and save 40% on your annual subscription by going to www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Best Team in the Country?: Ari and Bill are back to tackle a very important question after the Buckeyes beatdown of Nebraska in Lincoln. Is Ohio State the best team in the country? Subscribe to The Athletic using this special link for bonus episodes of 4 to 6 with A&B and save 40% off an annual subscription. www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Buckeyes Offense in 2020: Ari & Bill dive into what Ohio State's offensive attack will look like in 2020. Justin Fields is a returning superstar but who will play around him? Take a first look (and listen) at the Buckeyes 2020 offensive depth chart. Subscribe to The Athletic (40% off): www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Chase Young for Heisman: Ohio State defensive end Chase Young is getting Heisman love from the national media. Can he realistically win it? The College Football Playoff Selection Committee will release its first rankings of the season on November 5th. Will the Buckeyes be #1? Is Penn State or Michigan more of a threat to OSU's unbeaten season? Subscribe to The Athletic and get 40% off your annual subscription. www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Bruce Feldman joins the show + Mailbag!: The Athletic's Bruce Feldman joins Ari & Bill to discuss the Buckeyes that made his annual 'Freaks List'. RB Master Teague landed in the top 10 because of his explosiveness & DT Tommy Togiai was ranked #42 because of his strength. Plus, mailbag questions! SUBSCRIBE to The Athletic: www.theathletic.com/4-6 (40% off) by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Buckeyes Rout Michigan 56-27: Ari & Bill take a deep dive into Ohio State's win at Michigan and discuss the state of the rivalry. The Buckeyes will have a rematch with Wisconsin for the Big Ten title. Subscribe to The Athletic and get 40% off your annual subscription! www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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National Signing Day #2: Now that Cameron Martinez is signed, Ari and Bill dive into which side of the ball he'll play on; and discuss whether or not Luke Fickell should take the Michigan State job and what that would mean for Ohio State. Subscribe to The Athletic (40% off): www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Buckeyes Defense in 2020: Ari & Bill dive into what Ohio State's defensive unit will look like in 2020 after losing key pieces like Chase Young and Jeff Okudah. Plus, new defensive coordinator Kerry Coombs is already landing top talent on the recruiting trail. Subscribe to The Athletic (40% off): www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Fan Survey Results & Spring Game Mock Draft: Ari Wasserman & Bill Landis review The Athletic's Ohio State fan survey results. Plus, in honor of the spring game, which was supposed to be played this weekend, the guys draft the 20 best players on the Buckeyes roster to play on team Ari & team Bill. Subscribe to The Athletic & get 40% off your first year: www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Do the Buckeyes have a Crisis at Running Back after Master Teague's Injury?: The Athletic's Ari Wasserman & Bill Landis react to the news that Buckeyes #1 running back Master Teague is out for the remainder of the spring with an achilles injury. The severity of the injury will determine whether Ohio State will pick up a transfer running back. Subscribe to The Athletic (40% off): www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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Spring Football Preview Part II, Ryan Day's New Contract & NFL Combine: Ari & Bill preview the defense for spring football & Bill gets really sad about a position change. Plus, Ryan Day signs a new contract and Ohio State players are at the NFL Combine. SUBSCRIBE to The Athletic (40% off): www.theathletic.com/4-6 by 4 to 6 with A&B: A show about the Ohio State Buckeyes

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