Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

It is a jam-packed edition of the Wednesday 5ish as Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle. Among the topics covered: * Ohio State looks like a complete team on both sides of the ball this season, and they still have room to improve. We like where the Buckeyes are at one-third of the way through the regular season. * How concerned are we about Jaxon Smith-Njigba's hamstring injury, if at all? * How about the play of redshirt freshman JK Johnson and true freshman Jyaire Brown who received their first career starts at cornerback during OSU's 52-21 thumping of Wisconsin? * Tight end Cade Stover is a monster and we're here for it. * Thoughts on Michigan at Iowa this Saturday? * How are DTs Taron Vincent and Tyleik Williams performing this season? * What will Sonny Styles' role be moving forward this year? All of that and more is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our premium subscribers were asked to carry today's show. Mission accomplished. We asked for Front Row questions aimed at 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong. They did so ... in impressive fashion. Join us as Steve talks defensive end recruiting, his favorite college team as a youngster, who Ohio State loves in 2024 and so much more. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are one-third of the way through Ohio State's regular season and you have questions about the Buckeyes. On today's show, Dave Biddle flies solo and answers 13 questions specifically that were asked by Bucknuts subscribers on The Front Row message board yesterday and this morning. What topics are covered? A better question might be which topics about the 2022 Buckeyes are *not* covered. So, sit back, relax and enjoy the Monday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohio State got up 28-0 almost before you could blink and steamrolled visiting Wisconsin to the tune of 52-21 on Saturday night. On our postgame podcast What We Learned Live, Dave Biddle analyzes what we gleaned about this year's OSU squad, plus: * We hear from Bill Kurelic on the latest on the big recruiting night for the Buckeyes. What's the latest on Keon Keeley? * We hear from Patrick Murphy and Steve Helwagen live from the Horseshoe. What's the latest on some of the injured Buckeyes? Plus we take questions from our live audience and much more. All of that and more is coming your way on What We Learned Live. (And Biddle will do a written version of WWL on Monday after rewatching the game.) To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this edition of Bucknuts Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy is joined by Wisconsin insider Evan Flood to preview the Buckeyes vs Badgers and much more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We cover a lot of ground on today's show as Dave Biddle welcomes in Jonah Booker for his usual Friday visit. Among the topics: * Ohio State has a lot of players dealing with injuries, but it seems as though most of them should play against visiting Wisconsin on Saturday. * What is up with the play of OSU cornerback Denzel Burke? Just a slow start and he will be fine, or something to be concerned about? * Thoughts on the Wisconsin matchup, including final score predictions. * Does JBook think the Buckeyes will land 5-star DE Keon Keeley? * Will Michigan be tested at home against Maryland tomorrow? * We also take questions from our live audience. All of that and more is coming your way on the Friday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's all Mark Porter all the time on today's BM5. The Dean of Ohio Recruiting Bill Kurelic had business to attend to. Porter had to carry the show. Mission accomplished. Mark went into detail on why the newly-installed Jim Knowles defense was so effective before offering up detailed reports on a number of prospects. We get the latest on Elias Rudolph, Ben Roebuck and more. Plus, Mark goes into detail on the legend of T.C. Caffey. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohio State is favored by 19 points over visiting Wisconsin on Saturday night, but the Buckeyes are still expecting a physical, "rock fight" of a game. What is our take on this matchup? Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle to break down all things Buckeyes vs. Badgers, plus: * Is there good news on the injury front for Ohio State? * Jim Knowles is confident his 4-2-5 scheme can be effective against run-oriented teams like Wisconsin. Thoughts? * How about true freshmen RBs Dallan Hayden and T.C. Caffey? * Michigan is favored at home by 17 over Maryland on Saturday. Could the Wolverines be in for their first real test of the season? All of that and more is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Heavy hitters. High-paid talent. Elite performers. Do those things interest you? You've arrived at the correct place: 247Sports Director of Basketball Scouting Adam Finkelstein and 247Sports Director of Football Recruiting Steve Wiltfong are both here. In one show. Is it a ton of star power? Sure, but 'Nutters can handle the glare. First, we talked to Adam in depth about Bronny James, Taison Chatman possibly committing this evening and also about Adam's recent move from ESPN to 247Sports. Then it's The Fong with the latest info on Keon Keeley's impending visit for the Wisconsin game and what that means in his recruitment and that of fellow defensive ends Matayo Uiagalelei and Damon Wilson. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! What's next for the Buckeyes? Make sure you're in the loop -- take five seconds to sign up for our FREE Buckeyes newsletter now! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Big Ten play has arrived as Ohio State will host Wisconsin on Saturday (7:44 p.m. ET; ABC). How did the Buckeyes look during their three non-conference games and are they where they want to be heading into conference play? Also, what is the status of Ohio State's players who are dealing with injuries, such as running back TreVeyon Henderson? Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle to discuss that and much more on the Monday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohio State defeated Toledo 77-21 Saturday night and we talked all about it on our postgame podcast, What We Learned Live. Dave Biddle hosted the show and was joined by Patrick Murphy and Steve Helwagen. We gave insights on our main takeaways from the game, we took questions from our live audience and much more. Sit back, relax and enjoy the latest edition of What We Learned Live. (And there will be a written version of What We Learned on the site every Monday after Biddle re-watches the game.) To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The weekly edition of Bucknuts Happy Hour has arrived as our Patrick Murphy is joined by Kyle Rowland from the Toledo Blade. What are insights on the Buckeyes' game against the Rockets. Looking ahead, is OSU ready for Big Ten play? All of that and more is coming your way on BHH. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We all knew coming into the 2022 season that Ohio State's 2021 recruiting class was special. But with the emergence of Michael Hall Jr. and others, could it be even better than we anticipated? That would be a scary thought for OSU's opponents. JBook and Dave Biddle discuss that, give predictions on the OSU-Toledo game tomorrow night, talk about whether Caden Curry should have a bigger role on the defense, give thoughts on Chip Trayanum stepping up as the No. 1 kickoff returner and much more. All of that and more is coming your way on the Friday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're sandwiched between two huge visit weekends for Ohio State. You know what went down when Notre Dame showed. Next weekend's visit from B1G foe Wisconsin promises to be another star-studded red carpet. But don't sleep on this Saturday night when Toledo comes calling. The Rockets have a roster replete with Ohioans so you know the Buckeyes will get their absolute best punch. Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter are here to talk all things recruiting, including: * Who's visiting this Saturday night? * Which Ohioans are Mark and Bill hitting the road to see this weekend? * Which Ohio high school programs have emerged as this season's alphas? * Streetsboro's Michael Hall: An appreciation. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! All of that and more is coming your way on the Thursday 5ish. What's next for the Buckeyes? Make sure you're in the loop -- take five seconds to sign up for our FREE Buckeyes newsletter now! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two games into the season, the depth chart is fairly clear for Ohio State. On today's show, Matt Baxendell and Dave Biddle go position-by-position and analyze the Buckeyes' 2-deep up to this point. Who perhaps needs to play more? Or perhaps play less? Are we surprised certain players have not cracked the two-deep? What are the strengths and weaknesses of this Buckeye team as they head into their week three matchup against a solid Toledo squad? All of that and more is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He's back. Based in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., 247Sports Recruiting Expert Andrew Ivins made a smashing BM5 debut in early August. The 'Nutters spoke afterwards: More Ivins. We listened. He's back today with the absolute latest on all things Buckeyes recruiting in the Sunshine State. Ivins provides an update on prime targets: Jeremiah Smith, JoJo Trader, Keon Keeley and Damon Wilson. Then it's a progress report on Floridians/Ohio State commitments Carnell Tate, Brandon Inniss, Mark Fletcher, Cedrick Hawkins and Bryson Rodgers. After visiting for the Ohio State-Notre Dame game and walking the Buckeyes' red carpet ... what gives? Ivins does. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Dave Biddle looks back on the high and low points of Ohio State's win over Arkansas State and what it means moving forward for the Buckeyes. How do we feel about Ryan Day's squad two games into the season? We also look ahead to this week's contest against visiting Toledo, and we take questions in real time from our live audience. All of that and more is coming your way on the Monday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohio State moved to 2-0 on the season with a 45-12 win over visiting Arkansas State on Saturday. On our postgame podcast, What We Learned Live, Dave Biddle goes into detail about what we gleaned about the 2022 Buckeyes today. One of the things we learned is that sophomore wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. is a stud for OSU. (Oh, you already knew that? Fair enough.) Biddle is also joined by Patrick Murphy and Steve Helwagen from Ohio Stadium, and fields questions from the live audience. All of that and more is coming your way on What We Learned Live. (And we will publish a written version of WWL each Monday.) To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this edition of Bucknuts Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy is joined by Blake Brockermeyer, who was an NFL offensive tackle and is now an analyst for 247Sports. They discuss the good and the bad of the Notre Dame game from Ohio State's perspective and much more. Break out your favorite beverage. It's time for some Buckeye football talk on Bucknuts Happy Hour (our new weekly, longform podcast; nothing changes with the BM5, this is just extra). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, we welcome back Brian Schottenstein who goes in detail how things are going with his NIL collective, The Foundation. Is Brian happy with how things are going thus far? Is Ohio State staying up with the arms race in the new NIL world of college football? What does Brian think of programs who are skirting the rules? Does the NCAA have any teeth to do anything about it? All of that and more is coming your way on the Friday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohio State's goals this past weekend: 1.) Beat Notre Dame; 2.) Look good doing it, especially on defense. Mission accomplished and that mattered to the star-studded group of recruits in attendance. Key defensive targets highlighted the group and our Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter are here to break it all down. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! What's next for the Buckeyes? Make sure you're in the loop -- take five seconds to sign up for our FREE Buckeyes newsletter now! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are very happy to be joined by our special guest Monica Daniels, who is Paris Johnson Jr.'s mother, on today's show. She talks about everything from Paris' recruitment to his strong play against Notre Dame last Saturday night to his charitable foundation and much more. All of that and more is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We celebrated Labor Day here at Bucknuts. Today's show aims to give you twice the entertainment to make up for that. First, we welcome in The Athletic's Dane Brugler for an update on NFL Draft stock for eligible Buckeyes. How did the Notre Dame tussle begin to shape each prospect's narrative for the annual talent show? Then we bring in 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong for the latest recruiting developments after an epic recruiting guest list at The Shoe saw the Ohio State defense return to life against Notre Dame on Saturday night. Two elite guests. One show. It's a great way to kick off a short work week! Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohio State defeated Notre Dame 21-10 Saturday night and we debuted our live postgame podcast, What We Learned Live. Dave Biddle is joined by guests Bill Kurelic, Patrick Murphy and Steve Helwagen on this 100-minute-plus podcast talking all things Buckeyes vs. Fighting Irish, the big recruiting weekend for OSU and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the second edition of Bucknuts Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy breaks down the Ohio State-Notre Dame matchup, and brings in a Fighting Irish expert for additional insights. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle get right down to brass tacks as they open the show with predictions of tomorrow night's Notre Dame at Ohio State showdown. Also on the docket: * Will there be any surprises on the Buckeyes' two-deep? * What are JBook's thoughts on the Fighting Irish's quarterback, Tyler Buchner? * How big of a role will Miyan Williams have this year for OSU? * Can Jack Sawyer step up as a star this year for the Buckeyes? Or J.T. Tuimoloau? Or both? * What are JBook's thoughts on the big recruiting weekend for Ohio State? All of that and more is coming your way on the Friday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's finally here ... well, almost. We've waited months for Ohio State to get back into action and Saturday is the day. Notre Dame crosses the Indiana-Ohio border for a nationally-spotlighted season opener at The Shoe. Wow. Awesome. Even better? Ohio State will welcome in a group of recruits and commitments suitable for such an event. Who will be here? Who did Ohio State reach out to late last night in the Class of 2024? What can we expect on the Ohio high school gridiron this weekend? Thursday on the BM5 means Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter get after it. You'll be quite glad they did. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dean of Ohio State recruiting, Bill Kurelic of Bucknuts, joins Blair Angulo to discuss the Buckeyes' big visitor list for their Week 1 game against Notre Dame, including 2023 five-star's Keon Keeley and Matayo Uiagalelei, 2023 four-star Damon Wilson, the top player in the 2024 class Dylan Raiola, and many more! Host: Blair Angulo Guest: Bill Kurelic Follow or Subscribe to the 247Sports Football Recruiting podcast feed on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Find the 247Sports podcast for your favorite team here! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How will Ohio State's defense attack Notre Dame's offense? Well, there's no doubt the Buckeyes will mix things up. But first and foremost, Matt Baxendell believes OSU will focus on stopping ND quarterback Tyler Buchner from running, and trying to key on the Fighting Irish's running game overall. Bax joins Dave Biddle on today's show to talk all things Ohio State vs. Notre Dame, plus give an ode to the 2002 national championship team and more. All of that is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's almost here. We are only a few days from the season opener. Notre Dame at Ohio State. Night game. Trying to fall asleep Friday night won't be easy. And it's not just a tussle of Midwest powerhouses loaded with scintillating storylines. Ohio State will welcome in a group prospects - committed and uncommitted - that really does deserve red carpet treatment. Sit back and enjoy as 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is back to let you know what to know heading into the event. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have been talking about all offseason and now game week has arrived for Ohio State. The Buckeyes will of course face off against visiting Notre Dame in exactly five days from now on Saturday, and Patrick Murphy and Dave Biddle are on today's show to talk all about it. Ohio State is favored by 17.5 points over the Fighting Irish. What are thoughts on the overall matchup, the spread and more? We also take questions from our live audience -- such as expectations for the Buckeyes' offensive line, the overall health of the team -- and more. All of that and more is coming your way on the Monday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is the debut of our new weekly podcast, Bucknuts Happy Hour. Nothing with change with the BM5, we are just adding this weekly, lengthy podcast to our schedule, and it will be hosted by Patrick Murphy. So, sit back, grab a cold one (can be lemonade or anything) and enjoy the maiden voyage of Bucknuts Happy Hour. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit to discuss the following and more: * The Ohio State-Notre Dame clash is a week from tomorrow. What are JBook's takes on the matchup? * We have college football tomorrow! Including a Big Ten game in Ireland. (Nebraska vs. Northwestern.) * Ohio State safeties coach Perry Eliano loves his group. Says he has six safeties who are really good and ready to play. * Who will be the breakout player for the Buckeyes in the secondary this season? Could it be Kourt Williams? * What are overall thoughts on 2023 recruiting for the Buckeyes? It's been quiet for a while, which is to be somewhat expected once camp begins. But is there reason for concern, or no? * What's the latest rumor with Big Ten expansion? If they add four teams and Notre Dame is not one of them, who might the four be? All of that and more is coming your way on the Friday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohio State's staff has logged countless hours crafting its Class of 2023 haul that has them No. 4 overall in the 247Sports team recruiting rankings. But there is work to be done. Specifically, the Buckeyes have a big three in focus. Each is a defensive end: Matayo Matayo Uiagalelei, Damon Wilson and Keon Keeley. Where does Ohio State stand with each? When can expect them back on Ohio State's campus. Our Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter bring you the latest. ALSO: * Jayden Bonsu: Eventual linebacker? * Carnell Tate: Orange jersey or Scarlet and Gray? * Where are Bill and Mark headed this weekend for Ohio high school action? All that and a whole lot more awaits. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! What's next for the Buckeyes? Make sure you're in the loop -- take five seconds to sign up for our FREE Buckeyes newsletter now! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle to discuss the following: ** With the Notre Dame game just 10 days away, Ohio State is back at full strength at cornerback. What are expectations from this group? Overall, the Buckeyes appear to have a very strong secondary. ** Cam Martinez is the backup slot safety behind Tanner McCalister, but Martinez is also repping some at corner to add depth there. ** The Buckeyes are extremely deep at safety. The starters will be McCalister, Ronnie Hickman (adjuster) and Josh Proctor (bandit). The top backups will be Martinez, Lathan Ransom and Kourt Williams. ** Jim Knowles doesn't like to rotate too much in the secondary, but he seems very high on Ransom and Williams. They will play. Ransom being healthy is pretty amazing. He suffered the same injury Proctor did (broken leg) but Proctor suffered his in the second game last season. Ransom suffered his in the Rose Bowl earlier this calendar year. Ransom said he did not return home to Arizona this year and instead remained in Columbus to rehab with with OSU’s athletic training staff. ** Secondary/corners coach Tim Walton and safeties coach Perry Eliano are impressive. Not much chatter about them because all the talk has been about Knowles. We're guilty as charged. But Walton and Eliano deserve some love too. ** Knowles says 75% of the defense has been installed, and he’s happy with it. Says OSU's defense is further along than he anticipated. ** What are thoughts on the Notre Dame matchup? Is Bax confident? Why or why not? All of that and more is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What's the coolest way to spend 28 minutes or so? Hanging with The Fong, of course. So we do just that on this fine Tuesday morning. 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong returns to familiar podcast environs to talk all things Ohio State recruiting before providing an in-depth look at Notre Dame and what the Fighting Irish could have in store for Ohio State's season opener. This is an opportunity to chill with The Fong and stay cool. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 12 Days of Christmas are fine. But the 12 Days Until Buckeye Football? Now that's really where it's at. And yes, friends, we are merely 12 days away from Ohio State kicking off its 2022 season against visiting Notre Dame. Dave Biddle flies solo on today's show and gives his outlook on the OSU-ND clash, plus: * The Buckeyes are favored by 15.5 points over the Fighting Irish. Does that sound about right? * The over/under is very interesting at 58.5. We give some friendly advice there to anyone who dabbles in sports betting. * Camp is winding down for the Buckeyes. The media will interview head coach Ryan Day and defensive coordinator Jim Knowles today. That will be interesting for sure. * Who will end up being the best defensive linemen this season for Ohio State? Could it be the four second-year players? * We haven't talked a lot about special teams. Let's change that. How will Emeka Egbuka do as the kickoff returner? Will Jaxon Smith-Njigba still be the primary punt returner? Might they rotate to some degree and also use Egbuka back there? * It is the 100-year anniversary of Ohio Stadium and the 20-year anniversary of the 2002 national championship. Jim Tressel completely flipped the Ohio State-Michigan rivalry on its head and won a national title in his second season. We're big Tressel "Stans" around here. All of that and more is coming your way on the Monday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There is a lot to discuss on today's show as Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit. Gene Smith indicated the Big Ten is on the verge of eliminating divisions. How early could this happen? Also, what are thoughts on the new TV deal that the Big Ten struck? We were surprised by any of the details? Regarding Ohio State's football team itself, the media got a chance to interview the Buckeyes' quarterbacks this season. How much better can C.J. Stroud be this year after his stellar 2021 season? If disaster struck and Stroud was injured, could Kyle McCord or Devin Brown hold the fort down for OSU? Also, the opener against Notre Dame is two weeks from tomorrow. How do we feel about the matchup from the Buckeyes' standpoint? All of that and much more is coming your way on the Friday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Does today feel like a holiday? It does if you live in Ohio. High school football kicks off tonight in the Buckeye State and ... IT'S ABOUT TIME! Our Bill Kurelic joins the show today (Mark Porter is under the weather) to get you up to speed on all things recruiting. * Keon Keeley planning an official visit? * Damon Wilson on the radar? * Desmond Umeozulu: South Carolina or Ohio State? We also took great questions from the 'Nutters that hit on LeBron James, the best high school football in Ohio and so much more! Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How will the season-ending knee injury to redshirt freshman running back Evan Pryor affect Ohio State this season? Which players who were behind him on the depth chart need to step up now? Also, the biggest storyline entering camp was how the Buckeyes' defense would perform. The early returns are very positive. Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle on today's show to dish on those topics and much more. That is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohio State alums are everywhere. That includes ESPN's John Keim, Washington Commandersbeat writer . The longtime NFL scribe and former Lantern sports editor dives deep on covering Woody Hayes, Earle Bruce and Gary Williams and also lets you know why the call was correct against The U. John also brings us up to speed on Chase Young, Terry McLaurin and Curtis Samuel as they rep Scarlet and Gray in D.C. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! NOTE: To check out 'The John Keim Report' - his excellent daily podcast - please click HERE. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was a big weekend for Ohio State's football program, both on the field and on the recruiting trail. On Saturday -- exactly three weeks away from the season-opener against Notre Dame -- the Buckeyes held their first scrimmage of camp? What were some takeaways from the scrimmage, per a source? Also on Saturday, OSU named its six captains for the 2022 season. Were there some surprises in the group? Then on Sunday, the Buckeyes landed 4-star safety Jayden Bonsu to enhance their already-impressive 2023 class. Dave Biddle flies solo on today's show to discuss those topics and much more, including the likely depth chart at tight end and additional thoughts. All of that is coming your way on the Monday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What is the latest from Ohio State's preseason camp, more than a week in? Specifically, what do you need to know about the Buckeyes' linebackers, defensive line, cornerbacks and offensive line? That and more is what Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle discuss on the Friday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter join for their usual Thursday hang. If it's recruiting news/insight you crave, this is the pod for you. Is the addition of Arvell Reese the beginning of a Glenville Pipeline resurrection? Could Bryce West be next? Where does Ohio State stand with defensive ends Matayo Uiagalelei and Desmond Umeozulu? Do the Buckeyes face a recruiting trail disadvantage because Ohio does not offer spring football for high schoolers? Where are these two headed for scrimmages to report back on what they see? Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohio State has an excellent roster overall entering the 2022 season. However, there are some possible question marks, such as depth on the offensive line, and the overall talent at linebacker. The Buckeyes' season could rest on how the O-line and LBs play. The good news for OSU is there is reason for optimism regarding both units, and that's one of the many things Dave Biddle discusses on today's show. Specifically, how does the second-team offensive line look and could any of those guys be good starters if one of the current starters goes down with an injury? At linebacker, defensive coordinator Jim Knowles said on Tuesday that fourth-year juniors Steele Chambers and Tommy Eichenberg have "solidified things at linebacker" for the Buckeyes. He also had nice things to say about Cody Simon, Teradja Mitchell, Chip Trayanum and C.J. Hicks. One thing that is not being talked about enough is OSU's lack of depth at cornerback. They only have six scholarship corners on the roster (not counting kicker/corner Jake Seibert) and Knowles revealed on Tuesday that the Buckeyes are a bit banged up at the position. One of the players who was working on the side was sophomore Jordan Hancock, who has a lot of buzz as a possible breakout player for OSU this year. True freshman Jyaire Brown is having a very good camp thus far and lost his black stripe on Tuesday. He will definitely play this season, the only question is how much. It could be more than anyone expected. To add some depth at cornerback, safeties Jantzen Dunn and Cameron Martinez repped at corner on Tuesday. So, that helps mitigate the situation. The Buckeyes have plenty of depth at safety, just like they do at linebacker and on the defensive line. All of that and more is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohio State has five Class of 2023 commitments from Florida ... currently. In the Class of 2024, the Buckeyes have offered 19 Floridians - most of any state (just 5 in Ohio). But we all know Florida is its own animal when it comes to recruiting. Well, we brought in the best today - 247Sports Southeast Recruiting Analyst Andrew Ivins - to dive deep on all things Florida recruiting. The Fort Lauderdale-based info machine knows these recruits better than anyone in the business, which is readily apparent. We hit all the names - Dijon Johnson, Carnell Tate, Brandon Inniss, Bryson Rodgers, Cedrick Hawkins, Mark Fletcher, Jeremiah Smith, Stacy Gage, Charles Lester, JoJo Trader and we even delved into some Georgia standouts (Jelani Thurman and Kayin Lee). Ivins also waxes poetic on why Florida recruits are different from all the others and it's not the last visit but the last commitment you want. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! What's next for the Buckeyes? Make sure you're in the loop -- take five seconds to sign up for our FREE Buckeyes newsletter now! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the first time since Marshon Lattimore, Ohio State has landed a Cleveland Glenville prospect. Four-star linebacker Arvell Reese selected the Buckeyes over the weekend, and Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus: * Is 4-star cornerback Dijon Johnson going to recommit to Ohio State? There is some smoke that it could happen, including from heavy hitters such as the Dean (Bill Kurelic) and the Fong (Steve Wiltfong). * What are our main takeaways from the first week of preseason camp for OSU? Who will be the top linebackers for the Buckeyes? * Chris Holtmann is crushing it on the recruiting trail. On Sunday, the Buckeyes landed 4-star forward Scotty Middleton, a few days after sealing a commitment from 4-star forward Devin Royal. The Buckeyes now have the No. 3 class in the country for 2023, a year after signing the No. 8 class in the land. The only two programs ahead of Ohio State in the 2023 class? Duke and Kentucky. Pretty good company to be in. All of that and much more is coming your way on the Monday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohio State has competed for national titles under Ryan Day, but have yet to get over the hump. Is 2022 the year that changes? Patrick Murphy of Bucknuts joins Nick Kosko to break down the Ohio State Buckeyes entering the season and discuss whether they can finally win it all! Host: Nick Kosko Guest: Patrick Murphy Follow or Subscribe to The College Football Daily on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Find the 247Sports podcast for your favorite team here! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What were main takeaways from Ohio State's first practice of camp? What about from Ryan Day's press conference? Also, will 4-star safety Jayden Bonsu select the Buckeyes? All of that and much more is discussed as Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for the Friday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sometimes you just need a shoulder to cry on. You just need to talk it out. Well, we are here for you. Our Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter join to bring some therapeutic vibes on Ohio State recruiting. Perspective is needed. Bill and Mark will provide it. Along the way we discuss a litany of names: Brock Glenn, Jordan Marshall, Damon Wilson, Jalen Thompson and more. We also get into the late June recruiting weekend everyone is fretting over and set the stage for another HUGE recruiting weekend on the immediate horizon. Spend 5ish with us this a,m., 'Nutters! What's next for the Buckeyes? Make sure you're in the loop -- take five seconds to sign up for our FREE Buckeyes newsletter now! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices