Silver Bullets Podcast
176 episodes - English - Latest episode: 23 days ago - ★★★★★ - 31 ratingsPodcast that discusses Ohio State Buckeyes football, hosted by veteran sports journalists Michael Citro and Chip Minnich.
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Episodes
Off-Season Stuff and Our New Home
August 09, 2022 04:00 - 50 minutes - 115 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich talk about their new home at Land-Grant Holy Land, the Big Ten adding USC and UCLA this summer, the changes to the Ohio State coaching staff, and more.
Rose Bowl Rewind
January 04, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 239 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich discuss the latest news out of the Ohio State football program and break down the Buckeyes' wild 48-45 win over the Utah Utes in the Rose Bowl on New Year's Day.
Early Signing, Portal News, Opt-Outs and Utah Preview
December 28, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 224 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich discuss the OSU football news since the Michigan game, with the early signing day highlights, transfer portal happenings, coaching hire news, and Rose Bowl opt-outs. They also preview Ohio State's upcoming match-up with the Utah Utes.
Michigan Rewind & Regular Season Wrap-Up
November 30, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 229 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich look at the myriad things that went wrong in Ohio State's 42-27 loss at Michigan on Saturday, dive into other news out of Ohio State, take a look at the other results in the Big Ten from the weekend, and look back at their preseason predictions.
Sparty Rewind and TTUN Preview
November 23, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 183 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich break down Ohio State's 56-7 win over the No. 7 Michigan State Spartans, take a look at the other Big Ten games from the weekend and preview the greatest rivalry in sports, the Ohio State Buckeyes vs. the Michigan Wolverines.
Purdue Rewind & Sparty Preview
November 18, 2021 03:30 - 1 hour - 188 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich break down Ohio State's 59-31 beatdown of the Purdue Boilermakers and check on their predictions and who graded out as champions. They also take a look at the other scores around the Big Ten and preview Saturday's game against Michigan State.
Nebraska Rewind and Purdue Preview
November 09, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 204 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich break down Ohio State's 26-17 road win over the Nebraska Cornhuskers and wonder why the Buckeyes steadfastly refused to try running the football. They also take a look at the other scores around the Big Ten from Saturday and look ahead to a showdown in the Shoe against the Purdue Boilermakers.
Penn State Rewind & Husker Preview
November 02, 2021 02:45 - 1 hour - 187 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich break down Ohio State's 33-24 win over Penn State, take a look at the weekend's results around the Big Ten, preview the upcoming match-up with Nebraska with Greg Smith of Hail Varsity, and make their predictions for Saturday's game.
Hoosier Daddy and Penn State Preview
October 26, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 225 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich break down Ohio State's 54-7 whooping of the Indiana Hoosiers in Bloomington and check on their game predictions. They also discuss the week's results around the Big Ten and welcome special guest Matt de Bear from the Roar Lions Roar blog to preview Saturday night's match-up with Penn State.
Maryland Rewind & Indiana Preview
October 19, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 159 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich are back from their bye week, breaking down Ohio State's 66-17 win over the Maryland Terrapins and checking on how they did with their predictions. They also preview Saturday's upcoming match-up with the Indiana Hoosiers with Indianapolis Star writer Zach Osterman and take a walk through this past week's Big Ten results.
Rutgers Rewind, Maryland Preview, and B1G Results
October 05, 2021 23:30 - 1 hour - 215 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich break down Ohio State's blowout victory over Rutgers in Piscataway, preview the upcoming Maryland game with Sam Oshtry from Testudo Times, and check the scores around the Big Ten to see how other teams fared this past weekend.
Akron Rewind, Around the B1G & Rutgers Preview
September 28, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 228 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich analyze Ohio State's 59-7 dismantling of the Akron Zips and discuss who graded out as champions. They also talk about a pair of linebackers who left the team this week and the weekly results around the Big Ten. And they preview the upcoming game against Rutgers on the road with Greg Patuto from the On the Banks blog.
Tulsa Rewind, OSU Defense & Akron Preview
September 21, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 227 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich analyze Ohio State's 41-20 win over Tulsa, discuss the continued problems with the OSU defense, run through the other Big Ten results from the weekend and prepare for the Akron Zips' visit to Ohio Stadium.
Oregon Rewind and Tulsa Preview
September 14, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 190 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich break down the many things that went horribly wrong for Ohio State in the Buckeyes' 35-28 home loss to the Oregon Ducks. They also preview the upcoming match-up against the Golden Hurricane with Tulsa World beat writer Kelly Hines, and take a walk through this past weekend's Big Ten results.
Minnesota Rewind, B1G Results & Oregon Preview
September 07, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 243 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich break down the key plays and drives in Ohio State's 45-31 win at Minnesota to open the 2021 Big Ten season, with analysis of the defense, freshman quarterback CJ Stroud, the Buckeyes' stable of running backs, and more. Plus, a preview of the Oregon game with Hythloday from the Addicted to Quack blog and a trip around the Big Ten scoreboard.
Minnesota Preview
August 31, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 186 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich discuss the latest Ohio State news and the start of the college football season, particularly Bret Bielema's debut with Illinois against Nebraska. Then the two are joined by Minneapolis Star-Tribune writer Randy Johnson to preview Ohio State's season opener at Minnesota. Plus, they break down the match-up, give their picks to click and make their score predictions.
2021 B1G East Preview, Team Captains & More
August 24, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 180 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich are eastbound and down this week as they handicap the Big Ten East for the 2021 season and there's a lot more disagreement in the predictions than there was for the West. Plus, there's a starting quarterback named, some captains, and more to discuss.
2021 B1G West Preview
August 17, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 175 MBThere's a feeling Michael Citro and Chip Minnich get when they look to the west and their spirit is crying for leaving. The two hosts handicap the Big Ten West race in 2021 and predict the finishing order. There's also some Quinn Ewers talk and more black stripes have been shed.
Ohio State Position Group Concerns for 2021
August 10, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 173 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich discuss the position groups that concern them the most for Ohio State entering the 2021 college football season. They also discuss the latest black stripe removal and news about Buckeyes in the NFL.
Quarterbackageddon 2021 and Realignment Madness
August 03, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 200 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich discuss the ramifications of Quinn Ewers' reclassification and early enrollment at Ohio State and what it means for the Buckeyes' quarterbacks room, as well as the realignment mania that is gripping the college football landscape.
Transfer Window Stuff, NIL, and College Football Playoff
June 15, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 188 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich break down recent transfer portal happenings of interest to Ohio State fans, chat about recent NFL signings of former Buckeyes, briefly discuss the 2021 schedule, and dive into NIL issues and the recent proposed expansion of the College Football Playoff.
Transfer Talk and Positive Off-Season Buckeye News
May 18, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 137 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich discuss the latest transfer portal news surrounding Ohio State, as well as an opportunity for CJ Saunders, a lot of money for Josh Myers, and Nate Ebner writes a book.
A Transfer, A Decommitment, and New Buckeyes in the NFL
May 04, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 146 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich discuss the departure of Jameson Williams to Alabama, the decommitment of Dasan McCullough (and his subsequent commitment to Indiana.), and the Buckeyes that did and did not get selected in the 2021 NFL Draft.
Spring Game Rewind and Eddie George
April 20, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 168 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich break down the Ohio State Buckeyes' Spring Game, the quarterback battle, the players who flashed, and Eddie George's new job in the college football coaching ranks.
Pro Day, Justin Fields, Injuries, and Position Swaps
April 06, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 143 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich discuss Ohio State Pro Day, Dan Orlovsky's ridiculous and uninformed statements about Justin Fields, spring ball injuries, and position switches. Plus, black stripes are coming off helmets and we say goodbye to a Buckeye legend.
Jersey Numbers and Buckeyes in the NFL
March 23, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 159 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich talk about Marcus Hooker's recent issues, an OSU walk-on retirement, new jersey numbers for the incoming freshmen, and Buckeye free agent movement in the NFL.
2021 Ohio State Offensive and Defensive Sleepers by Position Group
March 09, 2021 05:00 - 52 minutes - 121 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich go position by position and choose their sleepers for the 2021 Ohio State Buckeyes football season. Find out who they'll be keeping their eye on this spring and fall.
Michigan's QB Conundrums and Ohio State's O-Line
February 23, 2021 05:00 - 59 minutes - 137 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich discuss Jim Harbaugh's inability to keep quarterbacks around for very long in the wake of another signal caller entering the transfer portal. They also break down Ohio State's offensive line outlook for the spring ahead of the 2021 season.
OSU Coaching Moves, 2021 Schedule, and More
February 09, 2021 05:00 - 43 minutes - 99.2 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich discuss Ohio State's defensive coaching changes and another that could happen, the revised 2021 Big Ten schedule, Chase Young's award-winning year, transfer portal happenings, and more.
Declarations, Early Enrollees, and Coaching Stuff
January 26, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 196 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich discuss Urban Meyer's new job, Ohio State players' decisions regarding the NFL, which incoming freshmen are already on campus, and a hole in the OSU defensive coaching staff.
Alabama Rewind and the College Coaching Carousel
January 13, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 158 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich look back at Ohio State's loss to Alabama in the College Football Playoff National Championship, reflect on the OSU season, and discuss some of the coaching changes with ties to the Buckeyes.
Clemson Rewind and Alabama Preview
January 06, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 208 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich break down Ohio State's 49-28 win over Clemson in the College Football Playoff semifinals. They also discuss recent NCAA football coaching news and preview the upcoming National Championship match-up against Alabama.
Ohio State News and Clemson Preview
December 30, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 211 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich discuss the latest news from the Ohio State football program and preview the Buckeyes' upcoming College Football Playoff match-up against the Clemson Tigers, including score predictions.
Northwestern Rewind, Signing Day, and Playoff Positioning
December 22, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 176 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich break down Ohio State's 22-10 win over the Northwestern Wildcats in the Big Ten Championship Game, which gave the Buckeyes their fourth straight conference title. Other topics include the week's MVPs and champions, the OSU haul on National Signing Day, other Big Ten results from the weekend, Bret Bielema's return to the B1G, and how the final College Football Playoff rankings shook out.
The Game Canceled, Northwestern Preview, and Championship Weekend
December 15, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 216 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich discuss the cancellation of The Game, Big Ten results from Saturday, the Illinois coaching vacancy, and Big Ten Championship Weekend match-ups. Plus, our preview of Ohio State vs. Northwestern in the league's title game.
Sparty Rewind and The Game Preview
December 08, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 201 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich break down Ohio State's 52-12 win at Michigan State and check on their pregame predictions. Plus, this week's champions and players of the game, a trip around the other Big Ten results, and a preview of The Game.
Illibuck Cancellation, B1G Results & Sparty Preview
December 01, 2020 05:00 - 59 minutes - 136 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich discuss the cancellation of Ohio State at Illinois and how things are progressing heading into Michigan State week, the results from Saturday's Big Ten games, players opting out mid-season, and predictions for the Buckeyes and Spartans.
Indiana Rewind and Illibuck Preview
November 24, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 205 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich analyze Ohio State's 42-35 win over Indiana, discuss this week's players of the game and other Big Ten results, and look ahead to Saturday's match-up with the Illinois Fighting Illini.
Maryland Canceled and Indiana Preview
November 17, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 78.3 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich lament the cancellation of Ohio State's game at Maryland. They look in depth at the rest of this weekend's results in the Big Ten, and focus on Michigan's continuing problems. Finally, they make their predictions for the Buckeyes against the Indiana Hoosiers this weekend.
Rutgers Rewind, Around the B1G, and Maryland Preview
November 10, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 182 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich dissect Ohio State's win over Rutgers, go around the results in the Big Ten, and preview the upcoming game against the Maryland Terrapins with Testudo Times Managing Editor Lila Bromberg.
Penn State Rewind, B1G Results, and Rutgers Preview
November 03, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 234 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich break down Ohio State's 38-25 win over Penn State, look around the Big Ten at the results from other games, and preview the Rutgers match-up with Greg Patuto from On the Banks.
Corn Shucked, B1G Results, and Penn State Preview
October 27, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 253 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich recap Ohio State's 52-17 win over Nebraska, discuss the Big Ten results from the opening weekend, and preview OSU at Penn State with Matt de Bear from Roar Lions Roar. And since they forgot to record their score predictions, Michael says 34-30 (OSU) and Chip says 35-24 (OSU).
B1G East Predictions, Buckeye News, and Nebraska Preview
October 20, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 185 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich make their predictions for the Big Ten East race, discuss the latest Ohio State football news, and preview the Buckeyes against the Nebraska Cornhuskers. To help with the latter topic, we welcome Erin Sorensen from Hail Varsity for a Nebraska scouting report.
Off-Season Madness, the OSU Schedule, and B1G West Predictions
October 13, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 214 MBMichael and Chip discuss the madness of the 2020 off-season, crimes against sports journalism, Ohio State's schedule, and predictions for how the Big Ten West will shape up this season.
Silver Bullets Podcast Joins Buckeye Scoop
July 01, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 152 MBMichael Citro and Chip Minnich introduce Buckeye Scoop readers/listeners to the Silver Bullets Podcast and discuss Ohio State's home-and-home series vs. Alabama, BTN's All-Decade Team (so far), football in the COVID-19 era, college football's response to Black Lives Matter, and more.
Coronavirus, "Spring Game," and Buckeyes in the Draft
April 28, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 219 MBMichael and Chip lament the cancellation of the Ohio State Spring Game, discuss life during the lockdown, break down recent OSU transfer portal movement, and analyze the Buckeyes who got drafted as well as those who did not. Also, we make fun of Michigan, which is always fun.
Season Review, Player Decisions, and More
January 07, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 157 MBMichael and Chip wrap up the 2019 Ohio State football season with a look back at how it unfolded. Plus, the player decisions of the last week on whether to stay at OSU or declare for the draft, freshmen already on campus, the outlook for 2020, and more.
Fiesta Bowl Rewind, Declarations, and Changes
December 31, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 197 MBMichael and Chip process their grief over Ohio State's Fiesta Bowl loss to Clemson and break down the game. There's a lot of discussion about the multiple critical calls without any blame-throwing, and also some news regarding players' decisions about 2020 and a coach leaving the OSU staff.
Signing Day Wrap-up and Fiesta Bowl Preview
December 24, 2019 22:47 - 1 hour - 155 MBMichael and Tony Gerdeman (filling in for Chip) look back at Ryan Day's haul on early signing day and break down Ohio State against the Clemson Tigers in this weekend's Fiesta Bowl match-up as the College Football Playoff gets underway.
B1G Championship Rewind, Playoff Talk and Bowls
December 10, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 230 MBMichael and Chip dissect Ohio State's 34-21 win over the Wisconsin Badgers in the Big Ten Championship Game, discuss the Buckeyes who are (and aren't) Heisman finalists, express a lack of confidence in the College Football Playoff Committee, and run down the B1G's bowl match-ups.