Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

Spring football is in full swing for Ohio State and the Buckeyes will hold their pro day today. Therefore, there is much to discuss on the show as Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle. ** Who are the top-5 wide receivers for the Buckeyes in order? ** Who can help themselves the most at pro day today? ** It is awesome that Ryan Day has created a culture where his players can speak up about mental health issues. All of that and much 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 have a special evening podcast for you as Patrick Murphy and Dave Biddle discuss the happenings from the third practice of spring for your Ohio State Buckeyes. 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 finished 11-2 last season. The Buckeyes won the Rose Bowl over Utah but had losses to Oregon and Michigan on the ledger. We can't worry about the past (on today's show at least). We are forward focused. Duane Long is here to give you five reasons why Ohio State will be better this season. As if that wasn't enough, we also spend quality time answering LIVE questions from quality Bucknutters. 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

Basketball season is over for Ohio State and spring football practice resumes this week for the Buckeyes. What does Chris Holtmann need to accomplish in 2022-23 in order to get the fans on his side? On the football front, this will be the week when the Buckeyes start implementing schematic changes on both sides of the ball; mostly on defense of course. But there will be tweaks on offense as well with Justin Frye now leading the offensive line. Dave Biddle flies solo on this edition of the Monday 5ish to discuss that 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

Will Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles make sweeping changes to his unit right away, or will he gradually implement the new things he is bringing to the Buckeyes? On the basketball front, what are our predictions for Ohio State's game this afternoon against Loyola-Chicago? If the Buckeyes lose, is Chris Holtmann's job in jeopardy? Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual end-of-week visit to discuss that and more 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

What's up at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center? The list recruiting visitors coming through is epic. So we had to match that firepower with the Dean of Ohio State Recruiting Bill Kurelic and is if that wasn't enough Mark Porters also joined. These guys are really starting to get the hang of Thursdays. Was the show without intrigue? Well ... technology is always fun. But we did break down a litany of subjects including Carnell Tate, Florida in focus and which Buckeyes we expect to shine as the offseason progresses. 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

Download and follow Eye on College Basketball for the most comprehensive March Madness coverage including complete bracket breakdowns and nightly game recaps! You can find the Eye on College Basketball podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else podcasts are found. Thursday is ALMOST. HERE. We're less than 24 hours out from the full field of 64 games starting. So, Gary and Matt have decided to spoil the entire tournament for you: The duo spends much of the episode breaking down the entire bracket, all the way to the championship game in New Orleans. PLUS: Norlander goes solo on the back end and takes listener questions galore on the bracket. Huge ep ahead. READ: Norlander - NCAA numbers to know READ: Gary and Matt's picks for every region JOIN THE Eye On College Basketball March Madness Bracket Group (03:03) - West Bracket Breakdown (22:45) - Eastern Bracket Breakdown (35:43) - South Bracket Breakdown (47:46) - Midwest Bracket Breakdown (01:00:41) - Norlander's NCAA Mailbag 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 much to discuss on today's show as Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle. We are answering questions posed by Bucknuts subscribers via The Front Row message board and there is certainly a wide variety of topics. Will Urban Meyer coach again? What is the difference between rugby-style tackling and traditional tackling? Should guards always play guard on offensive lines, or is it OK for natural tackles to play there too? And we even discuss the Russian invasion of Ukraine. No really, we do. 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

Crystal Balls, Spring Practice and Tourney Time, oh my! Yep, the Ohio State sports ledger is filled to the brim and Duane Long is here to deal with spillage. * Is Ohio State going to secure the No. 1 receiver ... again? * Will the offensive line be new and improved? * Tackles at guard? * Buckeyes the higher seed but an underdog? We tackled those questions and fielded several live queries as well! 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

It is equal parts Ohio State basketball and football on today's show as Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle. The Buckeyes received a No. 7 seed in the NCAA Tournament and will play 10th-seeded Loyola-Chicago in the first round on Friday at 12:15 p.m. ET. Is it a difficult matchup for OSU? Yes. But that would have been the case when facing any of the 10 seeds in this year's Big Dance. Also: * Why are the Buckeyes such a poor defensive basketball team? * Does Patrick think Kyle Young and Zed Key will play against the Ramblers? * What were the big takeaways from the first week of spring football? * Will the Buckeyes' offensive line be better this season? If so, why? 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 much to discuss on the Ohio State football front as Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit. The Buckeyes kicked off spring ball this week and much was gleaned. * Unfortunately, we have to start with some bad news as offensive lineman Harry Miller announced on Thursday he is retiring from football. Miller revealed he has been battling depression and had suicidal thoughts. We obviously wish the young man nothing but the best. He is an excellent person who does a lot of charity work, and we just hope he is able to get his mental health where it needs to be. * On Thursday, the media interviewed Ohio State's running backs and wide receivers. Regarding the WRs, other than Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who is the best wideout on the squad? Is it Marvin Harrison Jr., Emeka Egbuka or Julian Fleming? * How excited are we about the RB tandem of TreVeyon Henderson and Miyan Williams? Hint: extremely. Also, Henderson made headlines yesterday when he let it slip that he played with a concussion during the 2021 season. JBook is perplexed why Henderson would say that to the media. * How excited are we about OSU's men's basketball team? Hint: not at all. The Buckeyes have managed to suffer recent losses against the likes of Maryland, Nebraska, Michigan ... and now Penn State in the Big Ten Tournament last night. Talk about a freefall at the worst possible time. They'll still make the NCAA Tournament, but they might be a No. 9 seed and could easily be one-and-done for the second consecutive year. 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

Patrick Murphy and Dave Biddle give the latest from spring football practice on the Buckeyes on this special edition of the podcast. 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 very own Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter join as we send Steve Wiltfong upstairs into management. We were live. We tackled many topics - Tackett Curtis, 'Team' Montgomery, The Glenville Pipeline - and fielded questions from live viewers. It's recruiting chatter at the highest level. You will enjoy. 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

Spring football began on Tuesday for Ohio State and there was a cavalcade of information gleaned. Mitchell Melton has moved from linebacker to defensive end, eight scholarship players will miss all of spring -- including Harry Miller which continues to be a mystery -- and several young players are having great offseasons such as wide receiver Jayden Ballard, and cornerbacks Jakailin Johnson and Jordan Hancock. In addition, the media interviewed head coach Ryan Day, defensive coordinator Jim Knowles and offensive coordinator Kevin Wilson following practice. On today's show, Dave Biddle flies solo to discuss all the happenings from yesterday, what it means for the 2022 season and 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

Spring Practice kicks off today. That means real football ... kind of. That means elite visitors ... not kind of. Our staff is on campus ready to report on today's festivities. Duane Long is here to let you know what he needs to see out of the Buckeyes with pads on now. 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

Spring football begins tomorrow for Ohio State and a portion of practice is open to the media. We will also interview head coach Ryan Day, offensive coordinator Kevin Wilson and defensive coordinator Jim Knowles after practice. Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle to discuss spring ball kicking off for the Buckeyes, plus: * What are the main storylines for the Buckeyes this spring? * What will fourth-year junior Cade Stover's role be this year? Many are presuming he will be the hybrid OLB/DE in Knowles' scheme. Is that a safe assumption? * Ohio State's basketball team lost to visiting Michigan in the regular-season finale yesterday. This has been a disappointing season for Chris Holtmann's squad, especially lately. Is there any hope they can do damage in the Big Ten Tournament and then more importantly in the NCAA Tournament? * What seed will they likely get in the Big Dance? 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 a jam-packed Friday version of the show as Jonah Booker drops by for his usual end-of-week visit. Most of the show is dedicated to Ohio State football and we end with a taste of Buckeye basketball. On the agenda: * Ryan Day said this week that the Buckeyes' loss to Michigan continues to fuel his team during the offseason. * Day also said he knew in his gut that he needed to make a change defensively after the Alabama game in the 2020 national championship contest. The Oregon game confirmed it. And now Day has his man in Jim Knowles. * Chris Olave and Garrett Wilson are fast. Faster that most people expected when they ran the 40 at the NFL Combine yesterday. * The up-and-down season continues for OSU's hoops team. And "big ups" to them for their 80-69 win over visiting Michigan State and the legendary Tom Izzo last night. Izzo took a shot at Ohio State's fans and the environment at the Schott after the game. He wasn't wrong, but was it his place to say 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

It's the end of an era. Today marks 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong's final BM5 appearance. He's being kicked upstairs to management. He's a suit now. But we still enjoyed our last chat and covered a litany of blue chip prospects Ohio State is after. You know the names: Richard Young, A.J. Harris, Tackett Curtis ... and many more. Sit back and enjoy the end of an era as Wiltfong strides towards the sunset. 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

There's bad losses. And then there is ... whatever the hell happened to Ohio State's basketball team last night. The Buckeyes -- who were 15-point favorites and had a win probability of 95.5 percent -- were beaten by Big Ten cellar dweller Nebraska 78-70 at the Schott. And that came on the heels of OSU's upset loss at Maryland on Sunday when the Terrapins dominated to the tune of 75-60. We can all be prisoners of the moment at times and overreact, especially when it involves our sports teams. However, this is year No. 5 of the Chris Holtmann era at Ohio State. The Buckeyes are 18-9 overall and 11-7 in Big Ten play, and they are a lock to make the NCAA Tournament. But should the program be further ahead at this point? It's time for the State of the Ohio State Basketball Program Address. Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle for that, plus some quick thoughts on spring football opening for the Buckeyes on Tuesday. 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

You had questions for Duane Long. Plenty of them. He did his best to tackle them. The result? A podcast that is sure to entertain and inspire. Or just entertain. 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's men's basketball team looked bad in a loss at Maryland yesterday, but the Buckeyes are still a lock to make the NCAA Tournament and will likely have a double-bye in the Big Ten tourney. How do we feel about this team one day before March begins? Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, the main things we will be looking for when spring football starts next week for OSU, the Big Ten being on the verge of breaking the bank with its new TV contracts and more. 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

It is almost official. Brian Schottenstein and Cardale Jones will be operating an NIL group called "The Foundation" which will assist OSU athletes in their NIL ventures. Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle on today's show to discuss that in detail, plus: * Who are players to watch for the Buckeyes on both sides of the ball during spring? * Did Michigan get it right with their punishment of Juwan Howard? [Note: We recorded the show just before tip-off of Ohio State's win at Illinois in men's basketball last night.] 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

The only constant is change. And if you are listening to our show directly from our site, or from Apple Podcasts, or Spotify -- or any other audio-only service -- literally nothing will change for you. However, if you are listening (and now watching) our show via YouTube, you have the unfortunate situation of having to see our faces. Yes, we will be doing most of our shows on YouTube with video in full effect. And we apologize in advance for that. On today's maiden voyage in the video format, Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to talk all things Ohio State football and basketball. The Thursday 5ish has arrived. 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

Can Ohio State go into Georgia and get a coveted defensive back? Can Ohio State go into Louisiana and get a coveted linebacker? What is the outlook on the QB recruiting front going forward? All important questions. That means we needed real firepower for the answers. Want the latest scoops and news on the Buckeyes? Try our 7-DAY FREE TRIAL AND BECOME A BUCKNUTS SUBSCRIBER! The Dean of Ohio State Recruiting - Bill Kurelic - is here with the absolute latest on cornerback Kayin Lee, linebacker Tackett Curtis and what Ohio State is planning for under center going forward. 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

Duane Long is here and has identified two Ohioans that need to be Buckeyes. Shocker: Each is an offensive lineman. So yeah, Duane is geeked. We get to know Ben Roebuck and Luke Hamilton. We also dive deep on three prospects Ohio State is after that will be visiting in the near future: Brandon Inniss, Sharif Duncan and Ryan Montgomery. Want the latest scoops and news on the Buckeyes? Try our 7-DAY FREE TRIAL AND BECOME A BUCKNUTS SUBSCRIBER! That's enough for a show ... but not today's show. Duane also weighs in on B1G division deletion chatter and recent news the College Football Playoff staying status quo for the near future. 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

You asked. We answered. Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for the Friday as we take questions from our subscribers. Among the topics on the agenda: ** How much will the Luke Montgomery commitment help Ohio State land other top 2023 recruits? ** Should the Big Ten do away with divisions? ** If Ohio State could host a College Football Playoff game, should it be at Ohio Stadium (yes) or in Indianapolis (no)? ** Should the Big Ten have eight or nine conference games per season? ** Is there a push to have spring high school football in Ohio? ** How much will Ryan Day make when he eventually signs a new contract at Ohio State? ** Should defensive backs almost always look back toward the ball when making a play? ** How will the Buckeyes' offensive line look next season? All of that and more is coming your way on an extended version of 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

Today is a biggie for Ohio State on the recruiting trail. The Buckeye State's top Class of 2023 prospect will make his college plan known. Findlay's Luke Montgomery will announce his commitment on CBS HQ at 3 p.m. EST. Montgomery's finalists include Ohio State, Oklahoma, Clemson, Michigan and Notre Dame. He's the nation's No. 4-ranked offensive tackle, according to the 247Sports Composite. 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! The good news? All six Crystal Balls rolled for Montgomery are headed for Columbus. Predictions from our Bill Kurelic and 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong are among them ... so you know what that means (be very optimistic). Also: If we discuss Louisiana phenom Tackett Curtis - see THE film here - on each BM5 does that increase the chance he commits to Ohio State? Let's find out. We get into some NIL chatter, as well. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! Want the latest scoops and news on the Buckeyes? Try our 7-DAY FREE TRIAL AND BECOME A BUCKNUTS SUBSCRIBER! 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 stood out the most from Ohio State athletic director Gene Smith's press conference on Wednesday? Dave Biddle and Patrick Murphy break it down. 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 media will meet with Ohio State athletic director Gene Smith today at 11:30 a.m. There are a number of things Bucknuts is curious to ask Smith, but at the top of the list is what to do about players being able to profit off of their name, image and likeness in college athletics. Right now, it's basically the wild west with no rules. Should there be regulations? If so, what should they entail? Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, the scholarship crunch that the football team faces, the Buckeyes' basketball team getting rolling at the right time 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

This is what Ohio State fans pined for. New defensive coordinator Jim Knowles brings hope the Buckeyes can return to defensive dominance. Several years of subpar performances sandwiched around a Jeff Halfey-led radar blip meant change was in order. Now it's about getting current personnel up to speed and finding prospects that best fit the Knowles approach. Translation: Ohio State needs several defensive tackles and safeties - the latter of which has an added emphasis in the scheme. So how is this for synergy? Our Bill Kurelic has identified four safeties and three defensive tackles the Buckeyes are chasing and Duane Long is here to let you know what he thinks of each prospect. (Kurelic has also identified cornerbacks and receivers Ohio State is chasing which we will tackle next Tuesday). We also discuss Payton Kirkland setting up his third Ohio State visit and break down what the Florida offensive lineman brings to the gridiron. Want the latest scoops and news on the Buckeyes? Try our 7-DAY FREE TRIAL AND BECOME A BUCKNUTS SUBSCRIBER! Finally, we had Duane opine on Louisiana linebacker and prime Knowles target Tackett Curtis. If you've seen his video ... you know why. 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

Spring ball is just around the corner and Ohio State is currently six over the limit of 85 scholarships. That obviously means some guys will be on the move before camp begins in early August. Who might some of those players be? Dave Biddle flies solo on today's show to speculate on how Ryan Day might manage this tricky situation with his roster. Also, is the NCAA at fault for counting "super seniors" against the 85 limit, unlike last year? Or is perhaps another group of people at fault? Furthermore, even though the Buckeyes are over the limit now, might they look to the transfer portal to boost the tight end position? 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

Who will be Ohio State's three starting safeties in defensive coordinator Jim Knowles' scheme? What about the two starting linebackers? Jonah Booker drops by for his usual Friday visit to discuss that, plus give thoughts on the "Joe Burrow debate," a prediction on who will win the Super Bowl and more. All of that 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 is again time to go on the Ohio State recruiting trail with Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter. Kurelic and Porter were on the road every weekend during the high school season. There are of course no games now, but there is still plenty to talk about when it comes to Ohio State recruiting. 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! On today’s show we talk: ** Big changes Kurelic and Porter have seen in the past 15 to 25 years ** Ohio State offensive line target Luke Montgomery who will soon announce his college choice ** What in the world is going on at Michigan ** Porter welcoming in college coaches to his home and joining them virtually in their recruiting rooms Want the latest scoops and news on the Buckeyes? Try our 7-DAY FREE TRIAL AND BECOME A BUCKNUTS SUBSCRIBER! 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

Can Jim Knowles do what no other Ohio State defensive boss has done? Can he go into Louisiana and secure an elite prospect? We know this: If the Buckeyes don't get Bayou State star linebacker Tackett Curtis it won't be due to a lack of effort. 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is here and updates Ohio State's quest for Curtis in real time during the show. ** Also: * Comparing Carnell Tate and Garrett Wilson at similar stage. * Has Jim Harbaugh's staff shakeup affected Michigan recruiting? * When Luke Montgomery pledges on Feb. 17 what can we expect? * Who wins the Super Bowl? 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! Want the latest scoops and news on the Buckeyes? Try our 7-DAY FREE TRIAL AND BECOME A BUCKNUTS SUBSCRIBER! 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

Occasionally we solicit questions for the Bucknuts Morning Five via The Front Row message board. Today is one of those days. What are expectations for new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles in year one in 2022? We start with that one. Also on the docket: * Which players need to step up most for the Buckeyes this season? * What are our best memories of the former Ohio State players who will be playing in the Super Bowl for the Bengals? * What in the world is going on at Michigan? 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

Luke Montgomery is from Findlay, Ohio. Findlay High is actually three miles closer to the college in Ann Arbor than The Ohio State University in Columbus. Our vibe is proximity won't be the determining factor in his college decision. Ohio's top Class of 2023 prospect has announced Feb.17 as his commitment date. The 6-foot-5, 260-pound offensive lineman boasts a who's who of finalists: Ohio State, Michigan, Notre Dame, Penn State, Clemson and Oklahoma. The Top247 ranks Montgomery as the No. 1 recruit in the state of Ohio. He is tabbed as the country's No. 6 offensive tackle and No. 62 prospect overall per the 247Sports Composite. Duane Long is here to put all of that in context before commenting on possible Ohio State standouts, Jim Harbaugh's goofy offseason and who wins the Super Bowl. 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 talked a lot about Ohio State's new assistant coaches and also the 2022 recruiting class. But what about the two players who transferred to OSU this offseason: safety Tanner McCalister and linebacker DeaMonte Trayanum? What can fans expect out of them during the 2022 season? Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus: * Josh Gattis leaving Michigan to become the offensive coordinator of the Miami Hurricanes. This means the Wolverines will now be replacing both coordinators. What does this say about Jim Harbaugh, if anything? * Speaking of OSU's new coaches, what stood out to Patrick when we met with them last week? Does he think Jim Knowles can turn around the Buckeyes' defense immediately? * Ohio State's men's basketball team looked very good in picking up a win over Maryland on Sunday. What are expectations for the Buckeyes with March Madness right around the corner? 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 a jam-packed Friday version of the show as Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for the festivities. Among the items on the agenda include: * What does JBook think about the four new assistant coaches at Ohio State? And what are his impressions of the 13 new players for the Buckeyes? (11 early-enrollees, 2 transfers.) * Is Cade Stover the odds-on favorite to be the Buckeyes' LEO (hybrid OLB/DE) in Jim Knowles' scheme? * What does JBook think about Jim Harbaugh returning to Michigan after flirting with the NFL? All of that and more is coming your way on a robust version of 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 signed and then introduced several Class of 2022 commitments yesterday. But was it complete? Despite hectic travel conditions, 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong checks in during a layover in Atlanta's Hartsfield–Jackson Airport en route (hopefully) to Indianapolis from our CBS Sports Digital home office in Fort Lauderdale. Wiltfong is traveling with the latest on Lebbeus Overton's big move. Want the latest scoops and news on the Buckeyes? Try our 7-DAY FREE TRIAL AND BECOME A BUCKNUTS SUBSCRIBER! The nation's top Class of 2023 prospect is now in the Class of 2022. The defensive tackle from Alpharetta (Ga.) Milton announced his top five. Ohio State made the cut. How hard should we dream here? How should we feel about Ohio State's current '22 haul? As the dust settles from National Signing Day, Wiltfong joins from Gate E35 to let you know exactly where the Buckeyes stand. 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 late signing day, the media met with Ohio State's new assistant coaches on Monday, and today we will interview the 11 early-enrollee freshmen, plus the two players who transferred to OSU this offseason. Also, veteran players like Jerron Cage continue to announce they are returning to Ohio State for another season. As Matt Baxendell says on today's show, there is an "avalanche of good news" right now in Buckeye Nation. Let's talk all about it 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 are less than 24 hours from National Signing Day and you've come to the right place. 247Sports has all the bells and whistles planned for tomorrow's all-day, extensive, exhaustive coverage of the special day. Will it be a drama-filled time for your Buckeyes? Not likely. The Buckeyes remain in the mix for several targets but none have Crystal Balls rolling towards the 614 currently. Yet, there is much to cover today ... and Duane Long is here. Others topics of discussion: * Super seniors returning/leaving: Depth charged? * Who emerges at tight end? * Left tackle locked up? * Khakis in Minneapolis? Spend 5ish with us thus 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! Want the latest scoops and news on the Buckeyes? Try our 7-DAY FREE TRIAL AND BECOME A BUCKNUTS SUBSCRIBER! 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 will have football media availability for the first time since the Rose Bowl late this afternoon and we are quite excited about it. We are expected to interview head coach Ryan Day, new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles, new offensive line coach Justin Frye, new cornerbacks coach Tim Walton and new safeties coach Perry Eliano. What are we most curious to hear about from the coaches? Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus: * The Cincinnati Bengals are going to the Super Bowl and they have four starters who are former Buckeyes. Well, five including Joe Burrow. (Hey, Burrow has a degree from OSU and was on the team for three seasons. He counts. Wait, does he count?) * Resuming a topic from Friday's show, what would Steve think about the Big Ten eliminating divisions? Or would he prefer to keep the East and West? * Steve was in West Lafayette for Ohio State's near-incredible comeback at Purdue in basketball yesterday. The Buckeyes fell short, but are we encouraged by this team overall? 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 again time to go on the Ohio State recruiting trail with Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter. Kurelic and Porter were on the road every weekend during the high school season. The high school games have been over for some time, but there is still plenty to talk about. And today the two again talk about Buckeye recruiting. On today’s show we talk: ** The Buckeyes recruiting in Ohio and landing a commitment from Will Smith ** Newest in-state offer Malik Hartford’s recruitment is blowing up ** Who is next Ohioan to blow up and land an offer from the Buckeyes? ** Cleveland Glenville coming back - program on the rise again ** Talking NIL and what an agent says about it 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 Big Ten is considering removing divisions. Would this be a good idea? Jonah Booker thinks so. JBook joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit to discuss that, plus: * Is Mike Macdonald going back to the Ravens a sure sign Jim Harbaugh will be taking an NFL job? * What will Ohio State's starting offensive line look like in 2022? What can Justin Frye do with the group that Greg Studrawa could not? * What are Jonah's thoughts on the Buckeyes' 2022 schedule? 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

247Sports released the final rankings for the Class of 2022 and you've seen all the pomp and circumstance. For Ohio State, will it come down to quarterback? The Buckeyes reeled in a West Coast star. An Ohioan left for State College. Who will shine brighter: Devin Brown or Drew Allar? 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is here to talk Brown-Allar, Christen Miller, Jackson Arnold, Sonny Styles and a whole lot more. That includes an in-depth look at why Ohio State should be a solid favorite in the '22 season opener against visiting Notre Dame. 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! Want the latest scoops and news on the Buckeyes? Try our 7-DAY FREE TRIAL AND BECOME A BUCKNUTS SUBSCRIBER! 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 quite the interesting schedule in 2022. In fact, it might be one of the toughest slates in recent memory for the Buckeyes. Dave Biddle flies solo on today's show and goes game-by-game and discusses the 2022 schedule. Which contest will be the most difficult for the Buckeyes? Also on the docket: * Late signing day is exactly one week from today. Will there be any last-minute surprises? * Will Omari Abor definitely sign with OSU? 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 ours is ours ... at least in recruiting. Ohioans capable of suiting up for the Scarlet and Gray need to do so. Case in point: Lakota West's Malik Hartford. We will explain. Will Smith, Jr., did the right thing and joined the fold. Luke Montgomery lives in Ohio. But You Know Who wants him. Badly. It's time to bring it within state borders and discuss several must gets. Duane Long provides the details. We also head south for some intrigue. 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! Want the latest scoops and news on the Buckeyes? Try our 7-DAY FREE TRIAL AND BECOME A BUCKNUTS SUBSCRIBER! 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 a jam-packed agenda on today's show as Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle. Ohio State picked up a commitment from 2023 defensive lineman Will Smith Jr. from Dublin Coffman on Sunday, giving the Buckeyes four commits in their 2023 class thus far. Smith is of course the son of the late Will Smith who was a star at Ohio State and in the NFL. Also on the docket: * Which true freshman will make the biggest impact for Ohio State in 2022? * The Joe Burrow-Dwayne Haskins debate -- which was center stage in Columbus during the spring of 2018 -- has resurfaced among OSU fans. We give our opinions as we look back how we felt at the time and our thoughts nearly four years later. * The football world is still on Jim Harbaugh watch. What will he end up doing? * Ohio State continues to get good news in terms of players returning. Nothing that will break the internet, but under-the-radar decisions that could really end up helping the 2022 Buckeyes. The latest being tight end Mitch Rossi returning for a sixth season. 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 much to discuss on today's show as Jonah Booker drops by for his usual Friday visit. Is Ohio State's 2022 recruiting class -- which is ranked No. 4 in the country -- being overlooked to a certain degree? Also on the docket: * JBook calls a current Ohio State linebacker a "natural-born head-buster." Who is he talking about? * As a Las Vegas Raiders fan who is also of course an OSU fan, does JBook want Jim Harbaugh coaching the Raiders? Or would he prefer if Harbaugh stayed at Michigan? * What position group will be under the microscope the most for the Buckeyes this spring? * There is good news on the Omari Abor front. * Do the Buckeyes need to land a tight end in the portal? * What are thoughts on OSU's 2022 offensive line? What is JBook's confidence level of Paris Johnson Jr. as the Buckeyes' starting left tackle? 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 has released a new coaching staff onto the recruiting trail. There are holes to fill ... we know this. Who are the Buckeyes focused on in the Class of '23? Which QB tops their wish list? Is there going to be a focus on safety given the addition of Jim Knowles as defensive coordinator? Who better to get us rolling in '23 than 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong? He offers up the latest on: Jackson Arnold, Caleb Downs, Brandon Inniss, Keon Keely, Arch Manning, Tackett Curtis and more. Get smarter on Ohio State recruiting by listening to this podcast. 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