Is Ohio State's 2026 schedule the toughest regular-season one it has ever faced? I did the research. bit.ly/45EVhLn

Is this the hardest schedule Ohio State has ever played?

I did the research, and on paper, it looks like it.

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I'm thrilled to announce the audiobook version of “Buckeye Brotherhood” is now available on Audible. It’s selling for $17.61, but Amazon (Audible’s host site) is offering it for free with a 1-month trial membership. Audible is offering a three-month membership for 99 cents/month. The link is below.

If you're looking for something fun to do this weekend, I suggest the Columbus Book Festival at the Columbus Metropolitan Library. I will be one of the featured authors and will serve on a panel moderated by my esteemed former colleague, Bob Hunter, on Saturday from 4-5 p.m. in meeting room 3B.

The Fourth of July is always a hard day for me because it's the day my best friend from high school was hit by a car in Greece and died. I wanted to pay tribute to him and how much he is missed. I have taken down the paywall on my Substack for this so that anyone can read it. bit.ly/4vGCPgJ

On the Fourth of July, an ode to a dear friend

Our country turns 250 years old today, but I can’t really celebrate it.

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I went to the CBJ development camp where GM Don Waddell addressed the Zach Werenski matter. Here's my story: bit.ly/4eJk9ao

'It was music to my ears.' Blue Jackets GM Waddell addresses the Zach Werenski saga

With Ohio State football in a quiet period, other than adding to their list of blue-chip recruits lately, I ventured to Nationwide Arena this morning.

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I finished the final audio "touch-ups" for the audiobook version of "Buckeye Brotherhood" today at Oranjudio studio in Grandview. I'm happy to report that we are on track to release the audiobook by mid-July. You'd think reading your own book would be easy. It was not. But I hope you'll like it.

I caught up with Ohio State defensive coordinator Matt Patricia yesterday. He is wearing a neck brace after recent surgery and shared how scary that was, as well as what he thinks about having to mostly rebuild OSU's defense - again. Please subscribe to my Substack to read. bit.ly/4viBwnz

Healing from neck surgery, OSU DC Matt Patricia eager to rebuild Buckeye defense again

One moment in February might have clinched Patricia's decision to stay

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I have some exciting news. Today, I finished recording an audiobook version of "Buckeye Brotherhood." I've been asking many times if one would ever be available, and now I'm thrilled it will be, probably in mid-July. Joey Gurwin at Oranjudio studio did a great job guiding me. More details to come.

I spoke to Ohio State AD Ross Bjork today about the school's support for CFP expansion to 24 teams in a wide-ranging interview. There's a lot of interesting stuff in here. bit.ly/4wZU8dY

Ross Bjork Q&A: Why Ohio State supports a 24-team CFP and the challenge of funding a title-capable team

I spoke with the Ohio State athletic director this morning for a wide-ranging interview

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Exclusive: How Mickey Marotti helped Ohio State assimilate 51 new players. It was a monumental task for the OSU strength coach, but he said he enjoyed the challenge. For my Substack subscribers. open.substack.com/pub/billrabi...

Exclusive: How Mickey Marotti helped Ohio State assimilate 51 new players

OSU's strength coach changed his methods as the Buckeyes turned over half their roster

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For a 4-0 victory, the Ohio State women's tennis team's win over Pepperdine had plenty of drama. But the Buckeyes advance to the NCAA semifinals for only the second time in school history. My story: bit.ly/3Rd56fJ

OSU women's tennis team reaches NCAA semis with 4-0 win

But the Buckeyes' victory over Pepperdine came after some anxious moments

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Exclusive: I talked to Ryan Day about his son RJ's recruitment and what he learned about being on the other side of it. Insightful comments from RJ and his DeSales coach, Ryan Wiggins, as well. Hope you enjoy. bit.ly/4ttqFpz

Exclusive: What Ryan Day learned from his son RJ's recruitment

The Ohio State coach is a master recruiter. What was it like on the other side of it?

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Ohio State is the only school in the country to have both its men's and women's tennis teams in the NCAA quarterfinals. Can one of them bring the Buckeyes their first NCAA title? bit.ly/4uFOYlk

Could this finally be the year? Both OSU tennis teams are in the NCAA quarterfinals

The men's team plays TCU today, followed by the women's match against Pepperdine on Friday.

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I've been asked often about an audiobook version of "Buckeye Brotherhood." My publisher pursued it, but nothing came of it. I am trying to resuscitate the idea. I need to know how much interest there is in it. I know many people consume books that way. Tell me if that is still worth pursuing. Thanks

I happened to talk to Ryan Day this week about his son RJ.'s recruitment. Today, RJ committed to Northwestern. The link: bit.ly/4tmsjJD

'He wants to do his own thing.' RJ Day, Ryan's son, commits to Northwestern.

You might have heard the news that RJ Day, the son of Ryan Day, committed today to attend Northwestern.

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The OSU men's and women's tennis teams play host to the NCAA Super Regionals this week. I wrote about Luciana Perry and Teah Chavez from the women's team. Both are ranked in the top-5 in singles nationally. They couldn't come from more different backgrounds. bit.ly/4uAHb8c

'That's what makes us us.' OSU's Perry and Chavez took different routes to tennis success

The Ohio State men's and women's teams, both seeded third, play host to the NCAA Super Regionals this weekend

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I wrote this yesterday as I took a detour from my normal OSU coverage. Hope you find it interesting. bit.ly/3PdV5Oz

With OSU football quiet, I take a couple of detours

My thoughts on the Vrabel-Russini story, hopefulness about the Reds, and a music bonus

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Could this finally be the year the Ohio State men's tennis team wins the NCAA tournament? The Buckeyes have the depth and talent to make a run. bit.ly/4d32GYp

It's that time of year: Can the OSU men's tennis team finally win an NCAA team title?

The No. 3 Buckeyes open the tournament against Buffalo on Friday

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Ohio State made history the last years by having 25 players taken in the NFL draft, including every defensive starter from the ‘24 title game.

Making history: Ohio State ties record with another banner draft class

When the Atlanta Falcons took offensive lineman Ethan Onianwa late in the seventh round Saturday, Ohio State tied NFL draft history.

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I've got an NFL draft-related thread on Substack. Feel free to chime in here: bit.ly/4mNRxPz

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I'll post any NFL draft-related stuff on this thread. Feel free to chime in with any comments, questions, etc.

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Here's my position-by position look at the Ohio State defense after spring practice: bit.ly/4u7wqtT

Post-spring practice, a breakdown of Ohio State's defense

The Buckeyes had to replace several stars, but transfers have helped fill the voids.

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With spring practice over, I took a position-by-position look at the Ohio State offense. bit.ly/4trZEnx

Post-spring practice, a breakdown of Ohio State's offense

Julian Sayin and Jeremiah Smith lead the way, but a few questions remain

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I did a DVR review of Ohio State's spring game. Here's what I liked and didn't from Saturday: bit.ly/4vM1H7q

DVR review of Ohio State's spring game

Who stood out? Who didn't? The Buckeyes showed both good and bad in Saturday's scrimmage

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With new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith, Ohio State aims to play with more aggression in 2026.

'A tangible violence.' What to expect from OSU's run game in 2026

New offensive coordinator Arthur Smith is instilling a mauling attitude for the Buckeyes

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Neither Eddrick Houston nor Beau Atkinson had the seasons they wanted in 2025 for Ohio State. Both believe they’re poised for a breakthrough on OSU’s retooled defensive line. bit.ly/4tTzYju

Houston, Atkinson hope for breakthrough seasons on OSU's defensive line

Defensive tackle Eddrick Houston wasn’t satisfied with his 2025 season for Ohio State.

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What's Ryan Day's plan for the spring game? That and more updates from the Ohio State coach from his Monday press conference: bit.ly/3QmrfaR

Ryan Day on the Ohio State spring game plan, and more updates

Well, I’m back after being sidelined with a nasty cough that hit last week.

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Takeaways from Ryan Day's press conference Monday, including OSU being without both starting offensive tackles. bit.ly/4e7AxkN

Injuries at offensive tackle and other spring practice OSU updates

Coach Ryan Day said OTs Austin Siereveld and Phillip Daniels will miss the rest of the spring

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Takeaways from today's OSU Student Appreciation Practice: bit.ly/4sS5XjI

Takeaways from OSU's Student Appreciation Practice

The defense had the better of it against an offense missing both starting tackles

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Arvell Reese and Sonny Styles are gone. How will Ohio State move on without them at linebacker? bit.ly/3OfCUrm

'Huge shoes to fill.' With Reese and Styles gone, how does Ohio State's linebacker room look?

Payton Pierce is settling in at middle linebacker, but there is plenty of depth

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