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THE SCRIPT: A Podcast on THE Ohio State Buckeyes

THE SCRIPT: A Podcast on THE Ohio State Buckeyes

By: Cardale Jones Beanie Wells Dave Holmes
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As Cardale Jones once famously said: “We ain’t come here to play school.” We came here to talk ball! Welcome to THE SCRIPT. Dave Holmes, Chris “Beanie” Wells, and Cardale Jones will guide you through the highs, lows, and everything in between on the Ohio State Buckeyes, the Big Ten, and the ever-changing world of college athletics. Holmes, 27 time Emmy-winning Sports Director at ABC6/Fox28, brings you insider access with authority and depth. Wells, 2x Team MVP and one of the most dominant running backs in Big Ten history, delivers insights from a player who lived the grind during the “Tressel Ball” era. And Jones, the third-string quarterback turned National Champion, shoots off unfiltered takes with a swagger that has cemented him a Buckeye legend. From Ryan Day’s quest for another title to locker room stories, former player perspectives, and everything happening in Columbus and at the ‘Shoe, no other show brings you closer to the program. New episodes drop every week. Watch on YouTube or listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us @TheScriptOSU on all social platforms for bonus content. Presented by: Dr Pepper OH— IO!Sinclair, Inc. Basketball Football (American)
Episodes
  • Big Ten vs. SEC: Which Conference Is Really Better? Transfer Limits, Salary Caps & Sorsby Drama

    Big Ten vs. SEC: Which Conference Is Really Better? Transfer Limits, Salary Caps & Sorsby Drama
    Jun 10 2026
    On this week's episode of THE SCRIPT, Cardale Jones, Beanie Wells, and host Dave Holmes are back after a two-week hiatus—and we didn't come empty-handed. Thanks to our new sponsor, KEMBA Financial Credit Union, we've got fresh shoes, new merch, and even a custom cake. You'll have to watch on YouTube to see it for yourself. That's right—THE SCRIPT is celebrating Season 2 with a new sponsor, and we're grateful for all of our partners, including KEMBA Financial Credit Union, Dr Pepper, and Buckeye Basement Solutions. We kick things off with the biggest debate in college football: the courtroom battles shaping the future of the sport. Should there be transfer limits? A salary cap? Restrictions on coach poaching? We break down all the offseason drama and take a hard look at the growing push for regulation. We also discuss Nick Saban's recent comments on player compensation and whether it's fair for coaches who benefited from the old system to now advocate for limits on athlete earnings. Later, we dive into SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey's claim that the SEC remains the best conference in America. We aren't buying it. Is the SEC still the unquestioned king of college football, or are those days over? We also discuss the conference finally moving away from late-season cupcake games in 2027 and what that means for the sport. Thanks to KEMBA Financial Credit Union, we check in on some major local headlines, including the Cleveland Browns trading future Hall of Fame defensive lineman Myles Garrett. Did Cleveland get enough in return, or is it another questionable move by the Browns? The conversation then shifts to Texas Tech quarterback Brandon Sorsby, his gambling controversy, and his eligibility status. After reports surfaced that he wagered thousands of dollars on his own team, we discuss why he's still eligible to play and whether college football is sending the wrong message. Sponsored by our friends at Buckeye Basement Solutions, we break down every angle of the story. Finally, Beanie and Cardale are forced to make an impossible choice: if they could only pick one Ohio State quarterback of all time, who would it be? Plus, will the Chicago Bears really leave Illinois and move to Northwest Indiana? All that and much more on THE SCRIPT! #sports #football #NFL #nfldraft Thank you to our sponsors: Dr Pepper - It's a Pepper Thing! BUCKEYE BASEMENT SOLUTIONS: https://buckeyebasementsolutions.com/ If you live in Central Ohio and want to keep your basement dry and your foundation strong, call Buckeye Basement Solutions today at (614) 956-4592 or visit BuckeyeBasementSolutions.com KEMBA Credit Union Get your exclusive offer at kemba.org/TheScript New episodes of THE SCRIPT drop every Wednesday throughout the off-season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all pod platforms. Also, make sure you’re locked in on social media @TheScriptOSU on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and engaging with the guys and Buckeye Nation. THE SCRIPT 👉https://thescriptosu.com/ Instagram 👉 / thescriptosu Twitter 👉 https://x.com/TheScriptOSU TikTok 👉 / thescriptosu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • Urban Meyer Joins the Show! Cardale's Infamous Tweet, 2014 OSU Best Team Ever? 24 CFP Teams?

    Urban Meyer Joins the Show! Cardale's Infamous Tweet, 2014 OSU Best Team Ever? 24 CFP Teams?
    May 20 2026
    On this week’s episode of THE SCRIPT, Cardale Jones, Beanie Wells, and host Dave Holmes welcome legendary Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer to the show! Coach Meyer — now co-host of The Triple Option alongside Rob Stone and Mark Ingram — joins the guys for an unforgettable conversation filled with stories, laughs, and plenty of Buckeye football talk. The episode kicks off with Coach Meyer immediately getting on Cardale for showing up late, making it very clear that wouldn’t have flown during his time at Ohio State. Naturally, the crew also revisits Cardale’s infamous “We ain’t come here to play school” tweet and what Meyer thought about it at the time. The guys also ask Coach Meyer what he really thought after J.T. Barrett’s injury in 2014 and whether he believed Cardale could lead Ohio State to a national championship. His answer might surprise you. Later, Beanie asks where the 2014 Buckeyes rank among the best teams Coach Meyer ever coached. Of course, the rivalry comes up as the crew discusses Meyer’s undefeated record against Michigan and whether that stands as his proudest accomplishment in Columbus. The conversation then shifts to the Wolverines as Coach Meyer shares his thoughts on his longtime friend Kyle Whittingham reportedly taking over in Ann Arbor. The crew also gets Coach Meyer’s take on the proposed 24-team College Football Playoff. Is expansion getting out of control, or is bigger actually better for the sport? After the interview, Cardale, Beanie, and Dave react to Arvell Reese calling the moment he lost his black stripe the greatest feeling of his football career. That leads to a fun conversation about the defining moments from Cardale and Beanie’s own Ohio State careers. To close out the show, the guys react to CBS Sports ranking the top defensive players in college football — with zero Buckeyes making the list. They discuss which Ohio State defenders are primed for breakout seasons under new defensive coordinator Matt Patricia. Don’t miss one of the most entertaining episodes of THE SCRIPT yet! #sports #football #NFL #nfldraft Thank you to our sponsors: Dr Pepper - It's a Pepper Thing! BUCKEYE BASEMENT SOLUTIONS: https://buckeyebasementsolutions.com/ If you live in Central Ohio and want to keep your basement dry and your foundation strong, call Buckeye Basement Solutions today at (614) 956-4592 or visit BuckeyeBasementSolutions.com New episodes of THE SCRIPT drop every Wednesday throughout the off-season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all pod platforms. Also, make sure you’re locked in on social media @TheScriptOSU on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and engaging with the guys and Buckeye Nation. THE SCRIPT 👉https://thescriptosu.com/ Instagram 👉 / thescriptosu Twitter 👉 https://x.com/TheScriptOSU TikTok 👉 / thescriptosu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    41 mins
  • Ohio State Tunnel Vision Uniform Reaction, Ryan Day Son Commits to NU, LeBron Back to Cleveland?

    Ohio State Tunnel Vision Uniform Reaction, Ryan Day Son Commits to NU, LeBron Back to Cleveland?
    May 13 2026
    On this week’s episode of THE SCRIPT, Cardale Jones, Beanie Wells, and host Dave Holmes break down all the latest Ohio State football headlines from the past few weeks. The guys dive into Ryan Day’s son, RJ Day, committing to play for Chip Kelly and the Northwestern Wildcats, react to Ohio State’s brand-new Tunnel Vision uniforms, and celebrate the historic NFL Draft success of the Buckeyes’ 2024 national championship defense. Plus, they discuss the lasting impact of Ted Ginn Sr. on generations of Ohio State athletes and debate whether LeBron James should return to Cleveland to finish his legendary NBA career. Will RJ Day thrive under Chip Kelly in Chicago, or could things get awkward between Ohio State and its former assistant coach? Cardale and Beanie give their thoughts on one of the more fascinating offseason storylines in college football. The crew also has plenty of fun reacting to Ohio State’s new uniforms and shares their favorite Buckeye jersey combinations of all time — along with what they’d love to see next from the program. After a historic NFL Draft that saw all 11 starters from Ohio State’s 2024 championship defense get selected, the guys reflect on what made that defense so special and what it means for the Buckeyes moving forward. Later in the show, thanks to our friends at Buckeye Basement Solutions, the crew discusses proposed changes to the college football calendar, including conference championship games, the exclusivity of the Army-Navy game, and possible scheduling changes across the sport. Plus, Julian Sayin made headlines with his recent comments on The Triple Option with Urban Meyer, and the crew breaks down everything the future Buckeye QB had to say. And don’t miss next week’s episode featuring special guest Urban Meyer. Finally, with LeBron James and the Lakers eliminated from the playoffs, the guys ask the big question: should LeBron return to Cleveland and end his iconic career where it all began? #sports #football #NFL #nfldraft Thank you to our sponsors: Dr Pepper - It's a Pepper Thing! BUCKEYE BASEMENT SOLUTIONS: https://buckeyebasementsolutions.com/ If you live in Central Ohio and want to keep your basement dry and your foundation strong, call Buckeye Basement Solutions today at (614) 956-4592 or visit BuckeyeBasementSolutions.com New episodes of THE SCRIPT drop every Wednesday throughout the off-season. Make sure you’re subscribed on YouTube and following on all pod platforms. Also, make sure you’re locked in on social media @TheScriptOSU on all platforms for highlight moments, bonus content, and engaging with the guys and Buckeye Nation. THE SCRIPT 👉https://thescriptosu.com/ Instagram 👉 / thescriptosu Twitter 👉 https://x.com/TheScriptOSU TikTok 👉 / thescriptosu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 mins
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