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9/28/26: GENERATIONAL JEREMIAH: Ohio State WR Takes Heisman Lead After Insane THREE-TOUCHDOWN Game

Former Ohio State linebackers Bobby Carpenter and Steele Chambers break down another spectacular performance from Buckeyes superstar wide receiver Jeremiah Smith after a THREE-TOUCHDOWN day that strengthens his case in the Heisman Trophy conversation. Has the GENERATIONAL playmaker emerged as the new Heisman frontrunner? Bobby and Steele dive into Smith’s dominant performance, the matchup problems he creates for opposing defenses and how Ohio State continues to maximize one of the most explosive weapons in all of college football.

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The Bobby Carpenter Show 9/25/26

The Bobby Carpenter Show Is LIVE! UNDER THE RADAR UNDERDOGS? Will College Football Week 4 Have More WILD Finishes?

Former Ohio State linebackers Bobby Carpenter and Steele Chambers get you ready for another loaded weekend of college football as Week 4 brings a fresh slate of potential upsets, under-the-radar underdogs and games that could go down to the wire. After another weekend filled with drama across the country, Bobby and Steele break down which teams could be on UPSET ALERT, the matchups that deserve more attention and whether college football is headed for even more WILD finishes.

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9/16/26: Bobby & Steele SOUND OFF On Ohio State's LUNATIC FRINGE

Former Ohio State linebackers Bobby Carpenter and Steele Chambers are ready to SOUND OFF on Buckeye Nation’s infamous “LUNATIC FRINGE.” From sky-high expectations and instant reactions to every mistake to the relentless pressure surrounding one of college football’s biggest programs, Bobby and Steele dive into what makes the Ohio State fan base so passionate — and sometimes completely unhinged. The guys bring their firsthand experience inside the program to explain what it’s really like playing in Columbus when anything short of perfection can feel like a crisis.

9/15/26: Former Ohio State linebackers Bobby Carpenter and Steele Chambers are back to break down one of the biggest questions looming over the college football season: could Ohio State and Texas be destined for a CFP REMATCH with the NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP on the line? After their early-season showdown, Bobby and Steele examine how the Buckeyes and Longhorns stack up against the rest of the country, what each team must improve, and whether these two powerhouse programs have the talent to navigate their schedules and meet again on college football’s biggest stage.

The guys dive into Ohio State’s ch...

9/14/26: COLLAPSE: Ohio State Melts Down Late As Longhorns Complete Texas-Sized Comeback

Former Ohio State linebackers Bobby Carpenter and Steele Chambers react to a stunning COLLAPSE as the Buckeyes let a late lead slip away and Texas completes a massive comeback. The guys break down exactly where things went wrong for Ohio State, from the critical fourth-quarter mistakes and questionable decisions to the key plays that allowed the Longhorns to seize control. How did the Buckeyes go from being in position for a statement victory to watching Texas steal the game in the closing moments?

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9/11/26: ALL-TIMER UPCOMING? Why This Year's Ohio State-Texas Matchup Could Be Their BEST Battle Yet

Former Ohio State linebackers Bobby Carpenter and Steele Chambers are getting ready for a heavyweight showdown that could become an ALL-TIMER as the Buckeyes prepare to collide with Texas. Could this be the BEST Ohio State-Texas battle yet? Bobby and Steele break down what makes this matchup so compelling, how the Buckeyes stack up against the Longhorns and the stars who could take over on college football’s biggest stage. With championship expectations surrounding both programs, this showdown could have massive implications for th...

9/10/26: OHIO STATE UNDERDOGS? Buckeyes' Texas-Sized Top 5 Longhorns Matchup

Former Ohio State linebackers Bobby Carpenter and Steele Chambers are gearing up for a TEXAS-SIZED showdown as the Buckeyes prepare to battle the Top 5 Longhorns. Could Ohio State actually enter this heavyweight matchup as the UNDERDOG? Bobby and Steele break down how the Buckeyes stack up against Texas, the biggest mismatches on both sides of the ball and which Ohio State stars must deliver when the lights are brightest. With two national championship contenders colliding, this could be one of the defining games of the entire college football season.<...

9/9/26: TEXAS TIME: Ohio State Turns Attention To CRITICAL Showdown Versus Longhorns

It’s TEXAS TIME as former Ohio State linebackers Bobby Carpenter and Steele Chambers turn their attention toward a CRITICAL showdown between the Buckeyes and Longhorns. The guys break down the biggest matchups that could decide the game, what Ohio State must accomplish on both sides of the ball and which Buckeyes need to step up against one of college football’s most talented rosters. With championship expectations in Columbus, this is the kind of heavyweight matchup that could tell us exactly where Ohio State stands.

9/8/26: MICHIGAN MAYHEM: Bill Bender RESPONDS To Big Ten's Terrible Mismanagement

Former Ohio State linebackers Bobby Carpenter and Steele Chambers are joined by Sporting News college football writer Bill Bender to dive into the MICHIGAN MAYHEM surrounding the Big Ten. Bender RESPONDS to the conference’s handling of the Wolverines and explains why the Big Ten’s management has created even more questions for one of college football’s biggest programs. The guys break down what went wrong, who deserves the blame and what the controversy could mean for Michigan and the conference moving forward.

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9/7/26: WILD WEEK 1: Ohio State’s Ball State Beatdown + Breaking Down Big Ten’s Michigan Debacle

Former Ohio State linebackers Bobby Carpenter and Steele Chambers are back to react to a WILD Week 1 across college football, starting with the Buckeyes’ dominant beatdown of Ball State. The guys break down Ohio State’s performance on both sides of the ball, the biggest standouts from the victory and what they learned about the Buckeyes as they continue their pursuit of another championship season. Which players made the biggest statement, where does Ohio State still need to improve and just how dangerou...

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9/1/26: Lane Kiffin KILLING College Football?! How LSU Could Reshape NCAAF Forever

Former Ohio State linebackers Bobby Carpenter and Steele Chambers dive into the latest controversy surrounding Lane Kiffin and LSU as college football’s rapidly changing landscape reaches another potential breaking point. Is Kiffin KILLING college football, or simply taking advantage of a system that desperately needs clearer rules? Bobby and Steele discuss the impact of NIL, the transfer portal, player movement and the growing power of college football’s biggest programs as LSU potentially pushes the sport into an entirely new era.

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The Bobby Carpenter Show 8/20/26: Ohio State CONCERNED? Buckeyes’ Top Ranking Becoming Target Amid LOADED Big Ten

Is Ohio State starting to feel the pressure? The Buckeyes enter the season with sky-high expectations, but their top ranking could make them an even bigger target in a LOADED Big Ten.

Bobby Carpenter breaks down the biggest storylines surrounding Ohio State, the pressure that comes with being ranked No. 1, the challenges waiting in the Big Ten, and what could ultimately determine the Buckeyes’ season.

The Bobby Carpenter Show 8/17/26: Former Ohio State linebackers Bobby Carpenter and Steele Chambers are back to break down a loaded slate of Buckeyes and college football headlines. The guys react to Ohio State moving Senior Day, what the change means for the Buckeyes and their fans, and how it could impact the emotions surrounding the final stretch of the season. Plus, Bobby and Steele dive into the latest drama surrounding Texas linebacker Rasheem Biles and what the situation says about the current landscape of college football.

Then, it’s time for the latest from Ohio State training ca...

The Bobby Carpenter Show 8/10/26: Ohio State Training Camp Position Battles, MASSIVE Five-Star QB Commitment & So Much More!

Carpenter and Steele Chambers break down all the biggest storylines coming out of Buckeyes training camp. The guys dive into the most important position battles, which players are separating themselves, and what they’re seeing as Ohio State prepares for another championship run. From key competitions on offense and defense to potential breakout stars, Bobby and Steele bring a former player’s perspective to everything happening inside Buckeye camp.

Plus, Ohio State lands a MASSIVE five-star quarterback commitment! Bobb...

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7/27/26: National Champion Offensive Lineman Carson Hinzman Talks Buckeyes' 2026 Title Aspirations, Ohio State's Unbreakable Brotherhood & So Much More!

7/20/26: Ohio State Linebacker Payton Pierce Talks Buckeyes’ 2026 Preparation, Coach James Laurinaitis’ Influence, Matt Patricia’s Defense & So Much More!

Hosted by former Ohio State linebacker Bobby Carpenter, The Bobby Carpenter Show Presented by FanDuel is LIVE as Buckeyes linebacker Payton Pierce joins the show to discuss Ohio State’s preparation for the 2026 season. Pierce shares how the team is approaching the offseason, the mindset inside the locker room, and what it will take for the Buckeyes to compete for another national championship.

Plus, Bobby and Payton dive into the impact linebackers coach James Laurinaitis has had on t...

The Bobby Carpenter Show Presented By @FanDuel Is LIVE! Sporting News' Bill Bender Analyzes Michigan Warde Manuel Fallout, Ohio State's GAUNTLET Schedule, Sneaky Heisman Candidates & So Much More!

Hosted by former Ohio State linebacker Bobby Carpenter, The Bobby Carpenter Show Presented by FanDuel is LIVE as Sporting News college football writer Bill Bender joins the show to break down the biggest storylines across the sport. Bobby and Bill dive into the fallout surrounding Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel, what the latest developments mean for the Wolverines, and how the changing college football landscape continues to create pressure...