Reading Between the Lines: Jeremiah Smith is Real, Will Howard is QB1, and the O-Line is a Problem by Kevin Harrish
April 24, 2024 Will Howard is QB1, Jeremiah Smith is real, and other takeaways from reading between the lines during spring.
When You Hate The Hire But Love The Coach by Kevin Harrish
March 29, 2024 I don’t love that Ohio State is banking on a completely unproven guy beating the odds to be successful. But I do love Jake Diebler.
Fire That Coach: 2024 Edition by Patrick Mayhorn
March 28, 2024 I know that it’s March, but we can’t let these goblins get too comfortable. Let’s turn up the heat on some coaches.
Meet the new quarterbacks you’ll come to know and hate in 2024 by B1G_Ryan
March 20, 2024 The new blood is just a few months away in college football. Here are the new quarterback names you should know around the country for this season.
Premium FTF: Chandler Rogers’ Neighborhood by Patrick Mayhorn
March 20, 2024 FTF dives into the many quarterbacks of 2024, from a smaller-than-usual top tier to the garbage dwelling in the basement.
Premium FTF: Jamey Chadwell’s Glorious Hillbilly Revolution by Patrick Mayhorn
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High Street Freaks Best Campus Bars – Official List by Kevin Harrish
March 6, 2024 Come hang out as we talk about our favorite campus bars.
The 2024 College Football Media Power Rankings by Patrick Mayhorn
March 1, 2024 There are so many national college football media members out there. It can be hard to keep track. So, we ranked them.
Spring Practice Preview: Does Ohio State Have A Right Tackle? by Kevin Harrish
February 29, 2024 Ohio State’s biggest question heading into spring practice is the right side of the offensive line. Here’s how everything stands.
Way-Too-Early G5 Title Predictions by Patrick Mayhorn
February 14, 2024 It’s mid-February, nothing is going on, and that means that it’s a good time to make some G5 title game predictions.
Ryan Day Giving Up Playcalling is the Right Move, But It Has Risks by Kevin Harrish
February 9, 2024 Ryan Day made the correct move to give up play-calling duties, but that does not guarantee it will be a successful move.
Building Michigan’s new-look defensive staff: 30 names for four open positions by B1G_Ryan
February 7, 2024 Michigan will have to build a brand new defensive staff in February and Meet at Midfield has honed in on 30 candidates to fill the four open jobs.
Vibe Check: G5 Head Coaching Hires by Patrick Mayhorn
February 2, 2024 The coaching carousel is (seemingly) just about done spinning, which means it’s time to take a vibe check on the new hires in the G5.
When The Worst Thing to Ever Happen Is All You Needed by Kevin Harrish
February 2, 2024 Ohio State has responded to Michigan winning a national championship by stepping up almost everywhere in nearly every way.
Big Board: Ohio State’s offensive line targets are concerning in 2025 class by B1G_Ryan
February 1, 2024 Ohio State is badly in need of new offensive line talent, but the board is concerning heading into the heart of 2025 recruiting.
Big Board: Ohio State’s top targets at offensive skill positions by B1G_Ryan
January 31, 2024 Ohio State is once again slated to be in on some of the best offensive skill talent in the country. We take a look at the top targets across four positions in this mega Big Board.
Unoffered prospects in Ohio worth watching in the 2025 class — Defense by B1G_Ryan
January 30, 2024 The Buckeyes aren’t lacking for high-end talent in the defensive class projections, but are there any top prospects being overlooked in the home state?
Unoffered prospects in Ohio worth watching for the 2025 class — Offense by B1G_Ryan
January 30, 2024 Breaking down the prospects in the Buckeye State without offers from Ohio State yet worth watching in the 2025 class, beginning with the offense.
Analyzing Ohio State’s expected numbers in 2025 recruiting class by B1G_Ryan
January 29, 2024 Ohio State has undersigned in three straight classes and now stares down the barrel of a 2025 recruiting class where it must sign a large group. Let’s break it down by the numbers.
Jim Harbaugh, The Itinerant Preacher by Taylor Fulton
January 25, 2024 As Harbaugh packs his bags for LA, Taylor grapples with his legacy at Michigan and the larger questions of football faith he answered.
The First Of Several Offseason Group Of Five Mailbags by Patrick Mayhorn
January 23, 2024 You have Group of Five questions, I have Group of Five answers. Let’s open up the mailbag for the first time this offseason.
I Wouldn’t Pick It, But It Makes Sense by Kevin Harrish
January 19, 2024 Bill O’Brien might not be the most popular choice of offensive coordinators for the Buckeyes, but it’s one that makes sense.
Business Is Finished by Taylor Fulton
January 9, 2024 It does not matter what tomorrow holds. I don’t care what asterisks you put on it. Michigan won. Business is finished.
Evil, Oblivion and Michigan Victory by Taylor Fulton
January 8, 2024 I won’t convince you to root for Michigan. I will, however, tell you that Michigan is an evil too inevitable for Washington to overcome.
Washington Is The Last Real College Football Team by Meet at Midfield
January 7, 2024 Washington’s 2023 season, which will come to a head on Monday in the national championship game, is one last triumph for college football.
Dawn of the Final Day: Michigan Offense vs. Washington Defense by Taylor Fulton
January 7, 2024 Michigan’s offense showed promise last week, despite execution errors. This week, their path to victory (largely through Corum) is clearer.
Hot Board: Ohio State offensive coordinator by B1G_Ryan
January 6, 2024 The Buckeyes seem set — finally — to bring in a new offensive coordinator. Meet at Midfield takes a look at names that we expect to be in consideration.
Dawn of the Second Day: Michigan Defense vs. Washington Offense by Taylor Fulton
January 6, 2024 The two most confident units in college face off on Monday. Will Michigan’s staunch defense hold off the excellent Washington offense?
Scheme Standouts: National Championship Special by Patrick Mayhorn
January 5, 2024 Scheme Standouts taps in for a special national title preview, featuring some of the best plays from Michigan and Washington’s semifinal wins.
Sometimes, the Best Recruiting Win is Already On Your Roster by Kevin Harrish
January 5, 2024 Ohio State seems to be prioritizing retaining future NFL players this offseason. And that’s the correct approach to take.
Dawn of the First Day: Flipping the Field CFP Recap (Podcast) by Taylor Fulton
January 5, 2024 We’re kicking off our natty coverage with Flipping the Field’s CFP recap of Alabama-Michigan and Texas-Washington.
Rose (Bowl), Bud, Thorn by Taylor Fulton
January 2, 2024 Despite being in a stupor, Taylor offers initial takeaways from Michigan’s Rose Bowl performance, warts (or, well, thorns) and all.
What Do You Do When There’s Nothing To Do? by Patrick Mayhorn
December 31, 2023 On the current state of college football, and the overwhelming sense of dread that nothing can be done to change it.
Rose Bowl Preview: Will Michigan’s Offense Get Its Head Out of the Cloud(s)? by Taylor Fulton
December 30, 2023 Michigan doesn’t have to change much in its game plan to defeat Alabama in the Rose Bowl, but something’s gotta give on offense.
Cotton Bowl Preview: What We’re Watching For by Kevin Harrish
December 29, 2023 Ohio State takes on Missouri in the Cotton Bowl, allowing us a look at Devin Brown and the new receivers and serve as a test for the defense.
Washington-Texas in the Sugar Bowl has all the makings of an instant classic by B1G_Ryan
December 28, 2023 Washington and Texas are slated to face off in the Sugar Bowl on New Years Day and it has all the makings of an instant classic.
The NY6 Preview (Minus Three) by Patrick Mayhorn
December 27, 2023 They’ll be part of the 12-team College Football Playoff next year, but for now, the non-playoff NY6 games need to be previewed on their own.
Ohio State’s recruiting strategy is not working by B1G_Ryan
December 26, 2023 Despite its nominal recruiting success, Ohio State’s player acquisition strategy is not working. The Buckeyes aren’t signing enough players and they aren’t adapting fast enough to the new era of recruiting.
FBI Watchlist: P5 Bowl Games, Part Two by Taylor Fulton
December 26, 2023 Somehow, there are still more bowl games to preview. There are, however, a few worth giving your attention.
High School Recruiting Still Matters in the Transfer Portal Era by Kevin Harrish
December 23, 2023 The transfer portal is a great roster management tool, but it is not a viable replacement for high school recruiting for several reasons.
Bowl games don’t matter, but we can fix that by B1G_Ryan
December 22, 2023 Bowl games matter less than they ever have, but that doesn’t have to be the case. We can fix bowl season and make it great again — by moving them to the start of the season.
FBI Watchlist: G5 Bowl Games, Part Two by Patrick Mayhorn
December 21, 2023 Big-time bangers for G5 darlings James Madison and UNLV! P5 matchups for Troy, Memphis, Tulane and SMU! Are they good? No. But they’re on!
Ohio State signing day: Position-by-position breakdowns and grades by B1G_Ryan
December 20, 2023 Grading Ohio State’s 2024 recruiting class position by position and breaking down the new Buckeyes joining the program.
FBI Watchlist: G5 Bowl Games, Part One by Patrick Mayhorn
December 14, 2023 The regular season is over, the transfer portal is wide open, and bowl season has arrived. May God have mercy on us all.
FBI Watchlist: P5 Bowl Games, Part One by B1G_Ryan
December 13, 2023 Let’s get ready for the Northrop Grumman Dying Relic of a Bygone Age Bowl!
Meet at Midfield Agitprop Wrapped: A 2023 Reading/Listening Guide by Taylor Fulton
December 12, 2023 Give yourself or a loved one the gift of Meet at Midfield college football propaganda. Read free excerpts of our best work.
Ryan Day Has Come To Terms With The Transfer Portal – We Hope by Kevin Harrish
December 11, 2023 Ryan Day appears to have finally come to terms with using the transfer portal in a way that could help Ohio State win national titles.
How I would manage Ohio State’s roster: Offense by B1G_Ryan
December 8, 2023 It’s time to trim the fat and improve this Ohio State roster. I play general manager and shape how I would reconstruct the offense heading out of the 2023 season.
With A CFP Spot Up For Grabs, G5 Hopefuls Run It Back by Patrick Mayhorn
December 7, 2023 The transfer portal is open, and has already seen a massive influx of players from around CFB. A few G5 programs are bucking the trend.
Don’t Put It In Writing, Jim. Not Yet. by Taylor Fulton
December 7, 2023 Jim Harbaugh has a choice — collect the bag, but put the Super Bowl dream to bed for five more years. My view? Don’t do it yet.
How I would manage Ohio State’s roster: Defense and Special Teams by B1G_Ryan
December 7, 2023 It’s time to trim the fat and improve this Ohio State roster. I play general manager and shape how I would reconstruct the defense and special teams heading out of the 2023 season.
FBI Watchlist: Conference Championship Week by Patrick Mayhorn
December 1, 2023 The postseason is underway this weekend, with a pair of Friday night bangers and a whole lot of not much on Saturday.
The Chopping Block by B1G_Ryan
December 1, 2023 Ohio State has spent too much time simply fucking around. These are the 15 changes around the margin the Buckeyes need to make to survive the Ryan Day era.
G5 NY6 Picks, Ranked Purely On Vibes by Patrick Mayhorn
November 29, 2023 It’s a tight race for the G5 bid to the NY6 this season, and I have plenty of thoughts on who should be picked as the representative.
The Sunday Jog: On The Essence Of Knowing by Taylor Fulton
November 26, 2023 All of the things I have foreseen in the decline of Ohio State and the rise of Michigan are happening. I feel like a witch.
An Open Letter to Ryan Day by B1G_Ryan
November 24, 2023 Win. The. Fucking. Game.
FBI Watchlist: Week 13 by Patrick Mayhorn
November 23, 2023 Rivalry week is upon us. Sit back, eat a bunch of food, drink some beer and enjoy the last week of the regular season.
Welcome to the Hate, Ryan Day by Kevin Harrish
November 23, 2023 For the first time since Ryan Day took over as the head coach of the Ohio State Buckeyes, it seems like he sincerely hates Michigan.
Success is a phone call away for Texas A&M by B1G_Ryan
November 23, 2023 One WEIRD trick for Texas A&M to become good at football that Longhorns DON’T want you to know about.
How to Talk About The Game at Thanksgiving (Podcast) by Taylor Fulton
November 23, 2023 Part-podcast summary, part-Game talking points for family dinner, Taylor summarizes the annual Flipping the Field preview podcast (free to all).
Scheme Standouts: Week 12 by Patrick Mayhorn
November 22, 2023 UTSA runs it up, Miami and Memphis get stupid with it, Brennan Marion sends out more resumes, and New Mexico State makes some money.
Changing of the Guard – Is Matthew Jones a Real Contingency Plan at Center? by Kevin Harrish
November 21, 2023 Ryan Day seems to have built in a little bit of a contingency plan at center as he could turn to Matthew Jones instead of Carson Hinzman.
Monday Hangover: Jerry Kill is king of the world by B1G_Ryan
November 20, 2023 Jerry Kill has done the impossible at New Mexico State. Plus, discussion of the CFP, NY6 G5 bowl bid, and conference title races around the country.
FBI Watchlist: Week 12 by Patrick Mayhorn
November 16, 2023 Oregon State’s moment of destiny, Bret Bielema has his marching orders, Jeff Hafley and Pat Narduzzi enter the brain dome, and more.
Coaching Search Hot Board: Boise State And San Diego State by Patrick Mayhorn
November 14, 2023 Boise State and San Diego State are searching for new football coaches. Who should you expect to be involved?
Monday Hangover: Please come laugh at the ACC’s tiebreaker rules by B1G_Ryan
November 13, 2023 A discussion of contenders for the Playoff, the G5 NY6 bid, the conference title races, and the ACC’s deeply bizarre tiebreaker rules we could witness.
Jim Harbaugh, You’re a Slut Pig by Taylor Fulton
November 11, 2023 If the drama you’ll find in sports is like reality television, the drama in college football exists in a specific subgenre. Let me explain.
Gray is The Way by Kevin Harrish
November 10, 2023 The Buckeyes will be wearing an alternate uniform on Saturday, but they will look unmistakably like Ohio State. And that’s how it should be.
FBI Watchlist: Week 11 by Patrick Mayhorn
November 9, 2023 Playoff hopefuls around the country are on upset watch, ranked teams meet in Athens, Columbia, Happy Valley and Seattle, and more in week 11.
Scheme Standouts: Week 10 by Patrick Mayhorn
November 7, 2023 Bedlam pulls out all the stops, Central Michigan gets fancy, Kansas keeps on iterating, and Texas steals an explosive run.
THREAD: James Madison Hive, We Rise by Taylor Fulton
November 7, 2023 James Madison and the Sun Belt have petitioned the NCAA for full bowl eligibility. The MAM boards have been praying for times like this.
Sunday Hangover: Was the Grink there? by B1G_Ryan
November 5, 2023 A discussion of the remaining viable Playoff candidates, the ongoing conference title races, and a fascinating final three weeks of the season.
The state of every conference title race in the FBS by B1G_Ryan
November 4, 2023 25 teams eliminated, 24 more on the brink of elimination, 84 teams still in the hunt. The status of every conference title race in the FBS going into Saturday’s games.
Scarlet Knight Debasement: What To Look For Against Rutgers by Kevin Harrish
November 3, 2023 Ohio State is going to beat Rutgers (without stealing their signals, I might add!) but we can still learn some things.
Michigan Midseason Rose, Bud, Thorn by Taylor Fulton
November 3, 2023 Taylor offers her various outlooks on Michigan’s tumultuous year to date, their litany of scandals, and what it all means to her as a fan.
FBI Watchlist: Week 10 by Patrick Mayhorn
November 2, 2023 The Big 12 braces for impact, huge games on deck in the ACC, Pac-12 and SEC, and more from a loaded week 10.
Scheme Standouts: Week Nine by Patrick Mayhorn
October 31, 2023 Kansas State gets scary, New Mexico State brings the pain, Air Force schemes one up, and more from week nine.
Sunday Hangover: What rough beast, its hour come round at last, slouches towards the CFP? by B1G_Ryan
October 29, 2023 With the first College Football Playoff rankings of the 2023 season set to debut on Tuesday, a special edition of the Sunday Hangover takes a look at the country’s top contenders and fills out our best guess at the first top 25.
FBI Watchlist: Week Nine by Patrick Mayhorn
October 26, 2023 Ohio State travels to Madison, Oregon heads to Salt Lake City, the Sun Belt deliveres another wonderful slate, and more in week nine.
Scheme Standouts: Week Eight by Patrick Mayhorn
October 24, 2023 Scheme Standouts is taking a trip down the road less traveled this week. That’s right baby, it’s time for an all-G5/FCS special.
Sunday Hangover: Lincoln Riley gets his dick knocked in the dirt by B1G_Ryan
October 22, 2023 Lincoln Riley was embarrassed by Utah on Saturday, plus other notes of celebration around week 8 of college football.
Avoiding Getting Thrown to the Lions by Kevin Harrish
October 20, 2023 Ohio State is facing the best defense in college football with its worst offensive line in recent memory. Let’s see how it goes!
A legacy game looms for James Franklin and Ryan Day in Columbus by B1G_Ryan
October 20, 2023 A true playoff quarterfinal appears in Columbus with a top-ten matchup between the Buckeyes and Nittany Lions in the Shoe. Can Penn State finally get one over on the Buckeyes?
NCAA Opens Investigation on Michigan re: In-Person Opponent Scouting by Taylor Fulton
October 19, 2023 Join us on the board for, sigh, the sign-stealing thread.
FBI Watchlist: Week Eight by Patrick Mayhorn
October 19, 2023 Ohio State and Penn State get top billing, with quite a bit of excellent bouts in the week eight undercard.
Scheme Standouts: Week Seven by Patrick Mayhorn
October 17, 2023 Oregon and Washington hold a heavyweight bout, Kansas State has its most quirked-up white boy yet, Oregon State brings the pain, and more.
Meet at Midweek: New FTF, Abridged Sunday Hangover, Coworker Game of the Week by Taylor Fulton
October 17, 2023 The gang has taken a somewhat unexpected bye weekend. Here’s what you’ve otherwise missed on the boards/around the site.
Who actually sucks the most in the B1G? by B1G_Ryan
October 13, 2023 The bottom of the B1G is gray, unexceptional shlock and should be derided nationally. I will help you make those arguments.
FBI Watchlist: Week Seven by Patrick Mayhorn
October 12, 2023 A Pac-12 blockbuster, big games in the ACC, SEC and Mountain West, and more from college football’s mid-way point.
Scheme Standouts: Week Six by Patrick Mayhorn
October 10, 2023 Longhorns and Cowboys, Bruins and… Jayhawks, we’re taking a trip to the wilderness for this week’s look at college football’s best plays.
All-MAM Takes of the Week: A Safe Space for Pitt Fans by Taylor Fulton
October 9, 2023 ImRealAngry pops in to discuss the “state” of Pitt football amid baffling roster news. Plus, the usual Takesmanship Honorees. Free to all!
Sunday Hangover: We need a carceral solution for college football coaches by B1G_Ryan
October 8, 2023 It is stunning that this many morons get paid this much money to be so bad at the most basic parts of their jobs.
Shredder Vibes: What We’re Looking For Against Maryland by Kevin Harrish
October 6, 2023 When the Buckeyes play Maryland, we’re going to find out if the offense is truly clicking and how the defense handles a balanced attack.
The SEC Sucks by B1G_Ryan
October 6, 2023 The SEC sucks. It is a boring league full of uninspired and underperforming teams. Could we finally get to enjoy a playoff without them?
FBI Watchlist: Week Six by Patrick Mayhorn
October 5, 2023 Texas and Oklahoma fight for national relevance, Kentucky looks to do what needs to be done against Georgia, and more from week six.
Scheme Standouts: Week Five by Patrick Mayhorn
October 3, 2023 This week’s Scheme Standouts draws a pair of plays from Sam Houston, a pair from Oregon State, and a game-ending run from CMU.
All-Meet at Midfield Takes of the Week: Week Five by Taylor Fulton
October 3, 2023 Taylor dissects what’s happening online in week five, including Urban to MSU and the discourse around Swifties and the NFL.
The Sunday Hangover: Mike Elko has contracted Day-Freeman Syndrome by B1G_Ryan
October 1, 2023 It’s time to fade USC, Georgia, and Penn State and acknowledge that the entire SEC is unserious, while we also search for a cure for Elko’s Day-Freeman Syndrome.
The 14 best wins of the 2023 season — so far by B1G_Ryan
September 29, 2023 As we enter week five with just under a third of the season finished, who has the most impressive wins of the season to date?
FBI Watchlist: Week Five by Patrick Mayhorn
September 28, 2023 Kansas heads to Austin, the SEC looks for separation, Marcus Freeman talks to the Blue Devil on his shoulder, and more.