CRITICAL: Ohio State Buckeyes Must TRANSFORM Offensive Tactics After Tough End to 2025 Football Season

Ohio State Buckeyes face a pivotal offseason after a frustrating early end to their national championship run. Can Ryan Day guide the team to learn from missed opportunities and make the right changes for 2026? Key concerns include the offensive line's instability and inconsistent pass rush, with the spotlight on Tegra, Gabe Van Sickle, and Josh Padilla's impact. Poor in-game adjustments and slow offensive tempo may have cost the Buckeyes key victories. The question looms: will lessons be applied or repeated?

Jay Stephens explores whether Ohio State's schedule truly hindered their progress or if coaching philosophy and decision-making played a bigger role. Speculation rises about possible internal promotions for offensive coordinator—will Tyler Bowen or Keenan Bailey step up, or does the team need an external hire? Find out how Ryan Day's next move could define the Buckeyes’ trajectory, and whether this powerhouse can reclaim its dominant offensive identity.

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