The Future Of 'The Game' & Weddle's Comments - Feat. Maize Madman / Ohio State Call-in Show 73

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The Future Of 'The Game' & Weddle's Comments - Feat. Maize Madman / Ohio State Call-in Show 73

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Episode Notes: The Future Of 'The Game' & Weddle's Comments - Feat. Maize Madman Ohio State Call-in Show 73 OhioStateVOCFB Aired: Tuesday, June 5, 2026 (8 PM start) Hosts: Garrison Gaddy, Teren (new addition) Guest: Maize Madman (Phil) Overview Garrison opens with an introduction of new co-host Teren (who called in previously and impressed). The show focuses on two main segments: the evolving Ohio State-Michigan rivalry ("The Game") under new coaching dynamics and a deep dive/debate on Eric Weddle’s comments about Michigan QB Bryce Underwood. The tone is conversational, balanced (with Phil providing a Michigan perspective), and fan-oriented, touching on broader college football changes. They also briefly cover OSU recruiting. Calls are teased but the episode centers on the hosted discussion. Key Timestamps & Segments (Approximate, Based on Transcript) 00:00 - 02:30: Welcome, intro, channel plugs (like/subscribe, vocfb.com for gear & articles), Garrison explains solo run for ~8 months and introduces Teren. Teren shares excitement about joining and discussing Buckeyes football.~02:30 - 05:00: Garrison introduces guest "The Maze Madman" Phil. Banter about Michigan's recent win over OSU, Phil's role as London Hampton's (Michigan HS LB) linebacker coach, and Michigan pride.05:00 - ~20:00: Future of "The Game" (OSU vs. Michigan Rivalry) Garrison highlights the historic angle: first time both coaches (Ryan Day & new Michigan HC Kyle Whittingham) have no direct university ties; both are Urban Meyer prodigies (offensive vs. defensive minds).Phil discusses coaching styles contrasting with program identities (OSU more offensive historically, Michigan defensive). Expects Whittingham to be good for Michigan.Broader landscape changes: Playoff expansion waters down end-of-season stakes; the game may lose some luster unless teams enter with high stakes (e.g., 9-2 records). Possibility of moving the game earlier in the season for better buildup.Debate on timing (week 1 vs. late season vs. championship/playoff rematches). Traditionalists (Garrison, Phil, Teren) prefer keeping it late but acknowledge modern realities. Emphasis on intrinsic rivalry value and bragging rights regardless of timing.Key insight: Recruits/coaches without deep roots may view multiple annual meetings differently than lifelong fans. ~20:00 - ~55:00+: Eric Weddle’s Comments on Bryce Underwood Garrison recaps his prior stance (Michigan lacks structure to develop Underwood; not a QB school) and defends Weddle (future Hall of Famer, faced elite QBs).Weddle’s critique: Underwood “can’t throw” consistently/accurately; poor decision-making; hubris. Garrison argues this aligns with observations (e.g., high uncatchable passes, specific poor games).Phil (Michigan perspective) defends Underwood as a true freshman who was the best available option amid coaching distractions/injuries. Acknowledges decision-making issues and hubris but notes practice disadvantages for QBs and calls for giving him time to develop. Stresses trust dynamics (Weddle’s access via coaching staff/son’s visits).Debate: “Can he throw?” definitions (arm talent/power vs. accuracy/consistency at elite level). Stats referenced (e.g., Underwood’s Michigan State performance). Teren notes opposing scouts (e.g., Kaden Curry) had similar views.Broader: Fan reactions, comparisons to Charles Woodson hypotheticals, and whether Weddle should have been more diplomatic. Later Segments (~55:00 - End): OSU recruiting updates (plan B visits, key targets like Angelo Smith, Wyatt Smith, defensive ends; focus on Wyatt Smith & DJ Jacobs; interior DL like Kasai Curry/Marcus Faka). Concerns about misses but trust in process.Ronaldo Perez (local 3/4-star DT) to Indiana noted as mildly concerning but mitigated by other targets.Jameer (freak athlete WR recruit/track speed) hype.Quick hits on schedule worries (e.g., USC) and broader topics (government/Big Ten-SEC involvement teased for future).Closing: Show changes (new Monday format), appreciation for Teren/Phil, fan interaction, O-H-I-O. Key Quotes & Insights On Rivalry: “This is the first time... two coaches... who have no connections to the universities.” (Garrison) — Phil on watered-down stakes due to playoff: “It doesn’t mean as much in the sense that not as much hangs in the balance.”On Weddle/Underwood: Garrison: “Did Eric Weddle say anything that wasn’t true?” Phil emphasizes context (freshman year, practice dynamics) but agrees on needing to “show and prove.”Recruiting Philosophy: Emphasis on quality over quantity visits; trust in Ryan Day/Larry Johnson; depth at OL and DL as strengths. Takeaways Rivalry remains culturally massive but structurally evolving due to conference/playoff changes. New coaches bring fresh dynamics without traditional “Michigan Man”/Buckeye ties.Underwood debate highlights expectations vs. reality for high-hyped freshmen; arm talent acknowledged but consistency/decision-making ...

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