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Ohio State's running back room is at a crossroads heading into the 2026 season.

After losing two second-round NFL picks, the Buckeyes leaned on freshmen Bo Jackson and Isaiah West in 2025 — and while the production was solid, the explosiveness was missing. Now both Jackson and West are sidelined for spring practice after shoulder surgeries, forcing Ohio State to evaluate depth, development, and future roles in a pivotal offseason.

In this episode of The Daily Buckeye Blitz, we break down:

• Bo Jackson's emergence as a potential three-down back

• Isaiah West's next step after flashing as a freshman

• What Ohio State loses with CJ Donaldson and James Peoples departing

• Why Florida transfer Ja'Kobi Jackson matters more than people think

• How Legend Bey fits as a "lightning in a bottle" athlete

• Why explosiveness — not workload — is the biggest issue

• How Arthur Smith's run-game background could unlock this room

Ohio State doesn't need a total rebuild at running back — but it does need more big plays if the offense is going to take a step forward in 2026.

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