Which Ohio State Freshmen Will Play This Year And Which Will Redshirt?
Jul 07, 2025•25 min
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Buckeye Weekly: Predicting Which Ohio State Freshmen Will Play or Redshirt in 2025
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr dive into their annual tradition of speculating which Ohio State freshmen are likely to see the field this season versus those who will redshirt. From quarterback Tavian St. Clair to defensive players like Zion Grady and Faheem Delane, they analyze each position group and discuss potential contributions. Tune in for an in-depth look at the rookies and what fans can expect from them in the upcoming season.
00:00 Introduction and Season Mode Transition
01:27 Freshmen Quarterbacks: Redshirt Predictions
03:17 Running Backs: Who Will Play and Who Will Redshirt?
06:29 Wide Receivers: Freshmen Impact
10:23 Tight Ends: Depth and Development
12:05 Offensive Line: Redshirt Likelihood
14:08 Defensive Ends: Summer Enrollees and Depth
17:34 Defensive Tackles: Who Will Step Up?
20:05 Linebackers: Special Teams and Depth Chart
22:16 Cornerbacks: Freshmen Contributions
23:17 Safeties: Depth and Development
24:21 Conclusion and Call to Action
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr dive into their annual tradition of speculating which Ohio State freshmen are likely to see the field this season versus those who will redshirt. From quarterback Tavian St. Clair to defensive players like Zion Grady and Faheem Delane, they analyze each position group and discuss potential contributions. Tune in for an in-depth look at the rookies and what fans can expect from them in the upcoming season.
00:00 Introduction and Season Mode Transition
01:27 Freshmen Quarterbacks: Redshirt Predictions
03:17 Running Backs: Who Will Play and Who Will Redshirt?
06:29 Wide Receivers: Freshmen Impact
10:23 Tight Ends: Depth and Development
12:05 Offensive Line: Redshirt Likelihood
14:08 Defensive Ends: Summer Enrollees and Depth
17:34 Defensive Tackles: Who Will Step Up?
20:05 Linebackers: Special Teams and Depth Chart
22:16 Cornerbacks: Freshmen Contributions
23:17 Safeties: Depth and Development
24:21 Conclusion and Call to Action
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