Bill Bender: Ohio State's defense is on a national championship level; And it's even more impressive due to the fact that the defense lost a ton of guys from last year

Ohio State Buckeyes safety Caleb Downs (2) and linebacker Arvell Reese (8) celebrate in the second half at Ohio Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. © Samantha Madar/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
Photo credit Ohio State Buckeyes safety Caleb Downs (2) and linebacker Arvell Reese (8) celebrate in the second half at Ohio Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. © Samantha Madar/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Bill Bender of The Sporting News joined Daryl Ruiter and Nick Pedone Sunday, giving his thoughts on the Ohio State-Texas matchup from Saturday, and why the Buckeye defense could lead them to back-to-back national championships.

Featured Image Photo Credit: Ohio State Buckeyes safety Caleb Downs (2) and linebacker Arvell Reese (8) celebrate in the second half at Ohio Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. © Samantha Madar/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images