As the college football season approaches, fans all across the country are eagerly awaiting the start of the 2025 campaign. With high hopes and dreams of their favorite team making it to the College Football Playoff, there is no doubt that the ultimate goal for every college football team, regardless of their conference, is to punch their ticket to the playoffs.
But with only 12 spots available in the playoffs, the road to the championship is not an easy one. Each team must battle it out on the field, facing tough opponents and overcoming challenges along the way. And as the defending champions, the expectations are even higher for Ryan Day and his Ohio State Buckeyes.
However, despite their impressive record and strong performance in the previous season, Day and his team are facing a major hurdle in their quest for another national title. And that hurdle comes in the form of a scheduling debacle, pointed out by none other than an Alabama alum.
With the release of the 2025 schedule, fans and experts alike were quick to notice a major flaw in Ohio State’s schedule. The Buckeyes are set to face off against the Texas Longhorns, a team that has been struggling in recent years and has not been a major contender in the college football landscape. While this may seem like an easy win for Ohio State, it has raised concerns about the strength of their schedule and the impact it may have on their chances of making it to the playoffs.
And it’s not just the fans and experts who have noticed this issue. Alabama alum and former NFL player, Mark Ingram, took to social media to point out the scheduling debacle, questioning the strength of Ohio State’s opponents and suggesting that it may hurt their chances of making it to the playoffs.
However, despite the criticism, Ryan Day remains confident in his team and their ability to overcome any challenges that come their way. In a recent interview, Day brushed off the concerns about their schedule, stating that they are focused on taking it one game at a time and not looking too far ahead.
And he has every reason to be confident. After all, the Buckeyes have a talented and experienced team, led by star quarterback CJ Stroud. With a strong offense and a solid defense, Ohio State is well-equipped to handle any opponent that comes their way.
But perhaps the biggest factor working in Ohio State’s favor is their determination and drive to prove their doubters wrong. With the criticism and doubts surrounding their schedule, the Buckeyes have even more motivation to come out and dominate on the field.
And while the road to the playoffs may not be an easy one for Ohio State, it is not impossible. In fact, the Buckeyes have a history of overcoming tough challenges and emerging victorious. Just last season, they faced off against Clemson, a team that was favored to win, and came out with a resounding victory.
So, as the 2025 college football season approaches, it is clear that the Buckeyes are facing a major hurdle in the form of their schedule. But with a talented team, a determined coach, and the motivation to prove their doubters wrong, there is no doubt that Ohio State will rise to the challenge and continue their journey towards the ultimate goal – punching their ticket to the College Football Playoff.
In the end, it doesn’t matter which conference a team plays for or how tough their opponents may be. What truly matters is the determination, hard work, and resilience of the players and coaches. And with these qualities in abundance, there is no doubt that the Ohio State Buckeyes will continue to be a force to be reckoned with in the world of college football.