Oregon and Ohio State will once again play a monumental, nationally implicated game when they square off in Columbus on November 7th. How do the stakes this year compare to past years?

Today's episode of Locked On Ducks is a crossover with 'Locked On Buckeyes' host Jay Stephens. Which matchups are going to be the most important in the showdown?

Oregon and Ohio State have, according to the SP+ rankings, the two best rosters on paper in college football. Which one looks to be more loaded heading into 2026?

00:00 Tough schedules for Ohio State and Oregon

05:48 Big Ten team rankings 2026

07:48 Talking about Dan Laning's success

13:21 Brandon Finney's breakout potential

19:28 Discussing NFL draft prospects

21:02 Discussing player draft prospects

25:50 Clemson's struggles and program comparisons

28:07 Oregon fans' mixed feelings

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