Reloaded?

Tick, tock, tick, tock. Just three more days until the start of Buckeye season. In his latest, Furls takes an intimate look at the heavily scrutinized Buckeye defense, which is replacing nine starters this season. His argument? Expect some growing pains, but do not expect this group to be a liability. Check back in tomorrow for Furls preview of our Saturday opponent, Northern Illinois.

Posted by Mike Furlan Aug 29, 2006 8:00 PM

Practice? We're Talkin' Bout Practice?

Ohio State started what will likely become a new tradition, holding an open practice at The Shoe, free of charge for all fans to attend. 30,000 people showed up, and Mike Furlan was amongst them. Here's Furls recap of how the Buckeyes looked on Monday night.

Posted by Mike Furlan Aug 22, 2006 8:00 PM

Buckeyes Announce '06-'07 Hoops Schedule

Ohio State unveiled their 2006-2007 men's basketball schedule late last week, and there's plenty to be excited about for Buckeye hoops fans. Half of the teams 30 regular season games are slated for national television, and big game after big game lines the schedule. On a down note, the team will be without super frosh Greg Oden for the first month or two as he recovers from off-season wrist surgery.

Posted by Rich Swerbinsky Aug 21, 2006 8:00 PM

The Descent Of Maurice Clarett Continues

Simply amazing. Maurice Clarett, arrested early this morning in Columbus with four loaded guns in his SUV after fleeing police and then trying to resist arrest. The officers had to use mace on Mo C, because their stun guns were rendered ineffective by the bulletproof vest Clarett was wearing. Yes, you read that last part right. I've got all the latest here in this report.

Posted by Rich Swerbinsky Aug 08, 2006 8:00 PM

Coaches Poll Gets It Right

The preseason USA Today Coaches Poll was released this weekend, and THE Ohio State Buckeyes came out on top. And that, says Mike Furlan, is exactly where they should be. Furls argues that the Buckeyes have the best offense in the nation, and a defense that will be better than most are expecting. In Part I of this three part series, Furls breaks down the Buckeye offense before turning his attention to the defense and the Buckeyes national championship aspirations in parts II and III.

Posted by Mike Furlan Aug 07, 2006 8:00 PM

The Ten Greatest Buckeyes Of All-Time: #6 Vic Janowicz

Furlan's countdown of the ten greatest Buckeye football players ever continues with Vic Janowicz at #6. Janowicz is one of the greatest athletes ever to play for the scarlet and gray, and won the Heisman Trophy in 1950. Primarily a halfback, Janowicz also punted and played some quarterback, and went on to play pro baseball with the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Posted by Mike Furlan Jul 30, 2006 8:00 PM

Je'Kel Foster Running With Cavs Summer League Team

In a somewhat under the radar move, former Buckeye guard Je'Kel Foster was picked up by the Cavs to play with their summer league team in the hopes of having him compete for a roster spot. Buckeye insider Mike Furlan is intrigued by this addition, having watched Foster very closely last season as a member of Thad Matta's squad.

Posted by Mike Furlan Jul 12, 2006 8:00 PM

Buckeye Invasion

Ohio State Buckeye correspondent Mike Furlan is back, this time to detail the Buckeye Invasion of the NFL this past weekend. Five Buckeyes went in the 1st round, seven went on the first day, and nine got drafted in total. Another five were signed as undrafted free agents.

Posted by Mike Furlan May 01, 2006 8:00 PM