Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

You never know when a historic recruiting day is coming for Ohio State. The operative word in that sentence being 'when.' Yesterday was one of those days. 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong rolled three 5-star Crystal Balls towards Columbus. That qualifies as historic ... because it had never happened ... ever. Wiltfong provides the latest on the following elite Class of 2022 prospects: Quinn Ewers, Domani Jackson, Caleb Burton, Kiyaunta Goodwin, Caden Curry and Xavier Nwankpa (among others). And that was just before the break! We finish with Class of 2021 updates on Derrick Davis, Tristan Leigh and a Penn State-Ohio State prediction! 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 Wednesday and that means we are just three days away from the Ohio State at Penn State showdown. Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle for that, plus: * A lookback on the Buckeyes' season-opening win over Nebraska. * The questionable COVID protocols that have been put in place by the Big Ten. * The awesome story of Ohio State senior DT Haskell Garrett. * The latest on the status of OSU junior WR Chris Olave. 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've had a few days to soak in Ohio State's season-opening win over Nebraska. It's the first time Duane Long could wax poetic about actual Buckeye football in what feels like eons. So Duane got deep on: * Justin Fields' debut and Heisman candidacy ... * Garrett Wilson and hypebole ... * Master Teague and Trey Sermon ... the heck? * Linebacker play ... * The Haskell Garrett Experience ... * What to expect in Happy Valley? 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 is plenty to talk about on this extended version of the Bucknuts Morning 5 as Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle. Among the many topics on the agenda is the unbelievable story of Ohio State defensive tackle Haskell Garrett, who didn't just play on Saturday against Nebraska; he dominated. Also on the docket: * Overall impressions of Justin Fields and the Buckeyes' offense. * Thoughts on OSU's defense in Kerry Coombs' first game as coordinator. * A look-ahead to this Saturday night's matchup at 0-1 Penn State. 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

After nearly 10 months without Ohio State football, the Buckeyes will kick off their 2020 season tomorrow against visiting Nebraska. Yes, game day eve has arrived and it feels beyond outstanding. Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle to talk about the matchup between OSU and the Cornhuskers, any concerns we might have, thoughts on the Buckeyes' injury situation, which defensive tackles will step up the most, and thoughts on Ohio State's standout offensive line. 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

New names, similarly elite talent. As we begin to delve deep into the Class of 2022, there are names you need to know. That's where 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong comes in. He breaks down Ohio State's status with the following standouts: * Dallan Hayden * Domani Jackson * Caleb Burton * Zach Rice Steve also has the latest on Class of 2021 standouts C.J. Hicks and Mike Hall before offering up his pick for the Huskers-Buckeyes tussle coming Saturday at noon. 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 just three days away from the Ohio State-Nebraska game in the 2020 season opener and it is time to get down to brass tacks. Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle to break down the Buckeyes-Cornhuskers matchup, including final score predictions. Also on the docket: * What is to be made of head coach Ryan Day not naming a No. 2 quarterback yet? * What are expectations for Ohio State's two new starters on the offensive line: Nicholas Petit-Frere and Harry Miller? * Big news is coming on Bucknuts later today and we are quite excited about it. All of that and more is coming your way on a game-week version of 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

Like Ohio State's 2020 season kickoff that beckons, this show almost didn't happen. Yes, it's our annual 'Duane and Dan's Season Predictions Show.' To have this show, you actually need to have a season. You get our drift. So it back and enjoy a time machine trip with answers to the following questions: * Who wins the Natty? * How many 2021 NFL Draft first rounders for Ohio State? * Next step for Ryan Day? * Will the defensive line exceed sack totals from a year ago? We have all that and MANY more predictions sure to peak your interest. ** If you want to see just how clairvoyant Duane and I were the last two seasons, click to check out our predictions for the 2018 season and 2019 season! Spend 5ish with us today, '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 finally game week for Ohio State football, and we kick it off on today's show with our special guest, Gee Scott Sr., who is of course the father of OSU freshman wide receiver Gee Scott Jr. What sacrifice is Mr. Scott and others making in order to see their sons play for the Buckeyes this season? What are the nerves like for a parent when their son is about to make their Buckeye debut? What is Mr. Scott's reaction to Ohio State coaches such as Matt Barnes and Brian Hartline talking up his son? How big of an error was in on the Big Ten's part to not start the season earlier and have built-in bye weeks due to COVID-19? What would Mr. Scott like to say to all the Bucknutters out there? 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

All offseason, we wondered if Ohio State would have a weakness at safety. But due to third-year sophomore Marcus Hooker and junior Josh Proctor, are the Buckeyes actually in good shape at the position? Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit to discuss that, plus: * While safety might not be as big of a concern as we thought, depth at defensive tackle definitely is. JBook provides his thoughts on that. * Ohio State's highly-touted freshman wide receiver class is even impressing on special teams. Just how great might this four-man group end up being? * We are just eight days away from OSU's season-opener against Nebraska in the Horseshoe. Let's talk about the matchup between the Buckeyes and Huskers. 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

Have we forgotten about an elite Ohioan headed for Columbus? If so, we take care that today. 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is here to talk Jayden Ballard, the nation's No. 4 receiver. Ballard has his All-American jersey and spoke to Steve about a litany of subjects. Also: The latest on Ohio State's quest to secure two Washington state 5-stars and the nation's No. 1 recruiting class. Spend 5ish with us today, '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 just 10 days away from Ohio State opening its 2020 football season against visiting Nebraska. Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle on today's show to discuss that, plus: * What is different about Justin Fields this season? * What stood out from head coach Ryan Day's comments to the media on Tuesday? * Is Tommy Togiai the second-most-valuable member of the team, behind only Fields? * Should the Power 5 conferences in college football break away from the NCAA and start their own division? 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

Are you ready to get deep? We aren't talking emotional journey here. We are talking depth chart. We are talking Buckeyes. Duane Long is here as the season beckons. Who starts? Who backs them up? Who is a star waiting to emerge? Who are we concerned about? 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 football is merely 12 days away and on today's show Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to give predictions on which players will win the handful of position battles that are ongoing for the Buckeyes. The following positions will be covered: * Starting running back. * Backup quarterback. * Starting right tackle. * Backup WRs at Z (behind Chris Olave) and X (behind Jameson Williams). * Starting three-technique defensive tackle. * Starting cornerback opposite Shaun Wade. * No. 1 safety. 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

Is Ohio State facing a lack of quality depth at defensive tackle this season? How big of an issue is this? Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit to discuss that, plus: * The Buckeyes are stacked at defensive end with depth. * How good overall will OSU's running backs be this year? * What are thoughts on the Washington Football Team benching Dwayne Haskins already? 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 wide receiver room is a who's who of prep prospects. Brian Hartline's talent attraction has been fierce. How will that figure into the recruitment of the nation's top Class of 2022 receiver? We break down Caleb Burton's recruitment with 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong. Burton is a name you need to know - but not the only one. Wiltfong delivers updates on Emeka Egbuka, J.T. Tuimoloau, Tristan Leigh, Tywone Malone, Derrick Davis and 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

There are a lot of interesting storylines regarding Ohio State's running backs this season, and Matt Baxendell and Dave Biddle talk all about it on today's show. Who will be the starter between Trey Sermon and Master Teague? What are thoughts on the other OSU RBs such as Marcus Crowley, Steele Chambers, Xavier Johnson and Miyan Williams? Also, is there depth concerns for the Buckeyes at the three-technique defensive tackle spot? 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

Down the stretch they come ... at least when it comes to Ohio State's Class of 2021 recruiting haul. The Buckeyes currently rank No. 2 in the 247Sports Team Composite rankings (Alabama is No. 1 by less than a point). It also appears Ohio State's target list has been pared down to three exquisite prospects. Why? Because two others - Tywone Malone and Derrick Davis - don't seem Columbus bound. Duane Long is here to wax poetic on those developments before offering up a review of Ohio State's national competition and outfits like Alabama and Clemson. 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 very pleased to be joined by Gee Scott Sr. on today's show. Mr. Scott will answer questions posed to him by Front Row message board posters and much more. Ohio State football is just 19 days away and a tremendous amount of ground is covered on this must-listen edition 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's linebackers were considered a weakness two seasons ago. Last year they improved quite a bit as a unit. And now in 2020, they are expected to be one of the strengths of the squad. Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle on today's show to go in-depth about the Buckeyes' backers and what to expect from each of the key members of the unit this season. Also, who are some young players who are stepping up on the defensive side of the ball for OSU? 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

You had questions. He had answers. Yes, it's a Q&A BM5 with 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong. He tackled your queries on: * Zen Michalski * TreyVeyon Henderson * Underrated commitments * Kyle McCord vs. J.J. McCarthy * Tristan Leigh And there's 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

What are expectations for Ohio State sophomore wide receivers Garrett Wilson and Jameson Williams this season? Wilson is moving to the slot and could have a huge season, while Williams is an explosive player who is on the rise. Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle on today's show to discuss that, plus: * It's official: Shaun Wade and Wyatt Davis have been cleared by the NCAA, are currently practicing with the Buckeyes and will miss zero games. * Ohio State appears to be on the verge of landing its 20th commitment in the 2021 class: offensive tackle Zen Michalski from the state of Indiana. And Michalski comes with a pretty cool backstory. All of that and more is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish as we close out the month of September strong. 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

Ryan Day made it official on Monday: Wyatt Davis and Shaun Wade are back. Did we expect it? Yes. Do we appreciate it? Yes. 'Adding' the nation's best interior lineman and cornerback is something we can all get into. Duane Long is here to assist. Other topics: * One of the Class of 2021's hottest prospects decommitted from Louisville and seems ... uhhh ... real interested in Ohio State. We offer the latest on Zen Michalski. * October 24 promises to be a big day for recruits coming to see Ohio State ... especially if you have to feed them. * We've seen elite defensive ends templated into the Buckeyes' defense for years. Who can fill in the blanks? 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 early signing period in college football is less than three months away and Ohio State is in a tight competition with Alabama to finish atop the rankings. The Buckeyes have the No. 2 class in the land with 19 commitments and an average player ranking of 94.6. The Crimson Tide are ranked No. 1 with 21 commits and an average player ranking of 93.9. The Dean of Ohio State Football Recruiting, Bill Kurelic, joins Dave Biddle on today's show to give the latest on 2021 recruiting from OSU's standpoint and who he thinks will end up with the top class in the nation. Also, the AP poll was released yesterday and Ohio State is No. 6 in the nation. So, it looks like the Buckeyes are simply not as good as we thought they were this season. We kid, we kid! 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

The Friday 5ish is happy to be talking about Ohio State football. Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle to discuss things like Wyatt Davis and Shaun Wade returning to practice for the Buckeyes, offensive coordinator Kevin Wilson having a bigger impact on the offense than some fans might believe, how great the Buckeyes' 2020 offense could be, what their defense will look like and much more. Also, in news that broke Thursday night, the Pac-12 is going to have a seven-game football season this fall. 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 and the rest of the B1G avoided recruiting calamity when the conference decided to ... you know ... actually play football. How has the real return of the B1G to the recruiting trail affected the overall landscape? 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong has talked to a litany of conference coaches and recruits for a great piece he breaks down for us today. PLUS: Which elite Class of 2022 targets do we need to know? Spend 5ish with us today, '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 going to have Ohio State football this fall and we're still very fired up about it, even a week after the announcement. Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle on today's show to talk about that and why OSU president Kristina Johnson is a breath of fresh air. Plus, Dave has a crazy idea to pass along. Also, we need to help Haskell Garrett, Bucknutters. 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

Today's opening topic is one we have not discussed with our guest for a while: ACTUAL FOOTBALL. Duane Long is here and the Buckeyes are back. Duane lets you know just how he feels about the overturned decision (HINT: Heavy approval). Who are Duane's picks for Ohio State's offensive MVP and defensive MVP? Buckeyes' biggest test? How many first round draft picks? We hit all that plus touch on the NFL injury carnage to guys who starred in The Shoe. Spend 5ish with us 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 much did Brian Schottenstein help in getting Big Ten football restored for this fall? What were some of the happenings behind the scenes within the conference and beyond that would interest you? Well, you can find out on today's show as Brian was gracious enough to join us for a wide-ranging interview. 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

We have Ohio State football beginning in just over a month, and Shaun Wade and Wyatt Davis are both coming back to join in on the fun. Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for the Friday 5ish to talk about what a great week it has been for the Buckeyes 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

What a relief. The Scarlet and Gray will play. Yes, our six-week sojourn through the wilderness is over. The B1G announced yesterday that football will return officially in October. How do we feel? What affect will this have on Ohio State's recruiting efforts and quest to finish with the No. 1 recruiting class in 2021? We bring on 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong to bask in the glow. Spend 5ish with us today, '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 a glorious day in the world of Ohio State and Big Ten football, and we are not even close to being done talking about it yet. On this emergency edition of the podcast, Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle to discuss everything that has happened so far with football back on in the Big Ten this fall, and what questions remain unanswered. 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 fans have been waiting on pins and needles since the weekend to see what the conference will decide to do on the football front. Will a season begin as early as October 17th? How is it Wednesday and we still do not have an answer? What exactly is the holdup? Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle for the Wednesday 5ish to give the absolute latest on whether Ohio State and the rest of the league will be playing football this fall 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

Is today the day? Is it 72 hours away? Are we in for another 2020-style curveball? When will the B1G powers-that-be make the final call on the season? 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! Everyone is playing the waiting game. If the Buckeyes play, will Wyatt Davis and Shaun Wade be in Scarlet and Gray? If not, who will tussle to fill those spots? The questions persist and we aim to give you some answers. Duane Long is here to do just that. Spend 5ish with us today, '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

Just when we were about ready to give up hope, it now looks like the Big Ten will have a football season that begins in October. Nothing is official yet, but a lot of positive steps happened late last week and over the weekend. We could learn as soon as today whether the league will reverse course and give its teams an opportunity to play this fall, and early enough where they can be eligible for the College Football Playoff. But the news is not all good as star cornerback Shaun Wade has decided to turn pro. This on the heels of All-American right guard Wyatt Davis also opting out of what could be a season that begins next month. 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

Jonah Booker wants to know why the Big Ten can't just let teams who want to play football this fall, to play. And it's a great question. JBook joins Dave Biddle on today's show to talk about that, Ryan Day's open letter to the Big Ten, JBook's vibe on what the final result will be and much 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

The nation's best running back has chosen his college destination but has yet to step foot on his future campus. That will change. Ohio State-bound TreVeyon Henderson is preparing a trip to Columbus and he won't be alone. It should be a future Buckeye fest. 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is here to discuss that a new offer out to a Class of 2021 lineman from the next state over. Spend 5ish with us today, '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

Just when we were getting our hopes up that the Big Ten would begin its football season in October, the rug has been pulled from underneath us again. Is there still any chance the conference will get its act together? Do they realize they are on the verge of the biggest disaster in sports history if they do not reverse course? Which schools want to play and which ones do not? Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle for the Wednesday 5ish to unpack all of that 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

Our quest for clarity continues. Will it come this week? Read: It better. Duane Long is here to talk the persistence of B1G whackiness and possible clarity ahead before we break down two big-time prospects on Ohio State's recruiting radar: Blake Miller and Malaki Hamrick. 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 wants to play football beginning next month, and today we will likely find out if the Buckeyes will be able to do that or not. As first reported by Bucknuts, the Big Ten's presidents and chancellors are expected to hold a vote today that will determine if the football season can begin in October. Are we confident the correct outcome will happen? Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle to discuss that in detail 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

Are we on the verge of the biggest mulligan in college sports history? Maybe. Hopefully. Our Dave Biddle broke the story and we discuss the Big Ten's possible vote on football - or is it revote? - planned for either Friday and Saturday. Will there be a fall season? 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is here to discuss current events as well the battle for No. 1 between Ohio State and Alabama for the Class of 2021 recruiting crown. 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

Is momentum building toward an October start to the Big Ten's football season? Well, it's already September, so the wheels better get turning faster. But at least they seem to be in motion. On Tuesday, President Trump and Big Ten commissioner Kevin Warren spoke on the phone, and Trump later tweeted that the Big Ten is "on the 1-yard line" when it comes to playing football this fall. The Big Ten then called it a "productive call" between the two men. Are we getting our hopes up for nothing, or could Big Ten football really begin next month? Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle to discuss all of that, plus converse about Ohio State's latest commitment in its 2022 class: tight end Bennett Christian. 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 now know - for sure - Ohio State was among the Big Ten schools that wanted to play football ... on time. Iowa and Nebraska also get a fruit basket. The other 11 conference members? Time to start crafting an excuse for your respective fanbases. 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! Duane Long is here to opine on that, a Haskell Garrett update and the recruitment of two southern standouts. Spend 5ish with us today, '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

Just when you thought things could not get more ridiculous in the Big Ten, word leaked that the conference is now considering starting its football season in late November of this year. Because, obviously if it's not safe to play in September it would be safe to play in late November. Do you feel the sarcasm there? Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle to discuss the latest craziness in the Big Ten, the great job by Ohio State's football parents at Saturday's rally outside Ohio Stadium, and senior defensive tackle Haskell Garrett thankfully being in stable condition after suffering a gunshot wound to the face on Saturday. All of that and more is 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

Eight Nebraska players are suing the Big Ten for canceling the fall football season, which means we are now big Cornhusker fans. Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, whether Ohio State's players might follow suit, the Buckeyes landing four-star defensive tackle Tyleik Williams and much more on the 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

Will Ohio State add another prized recruit today? 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is here with the absolute latest on defensive lineman Tyliek Williams, who is announcing his commitment later today. Will the Big Ten's decision to not play this fall affect the NFL future of Justin Fields, Shaun Wade, Wyatt Davis, Chris Olave and a host of others? We ask Dane Brugler, The Athletic's NFL Draft expert that question and he answers in detail. Spend 5ish with us today, '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

Big Ten commissioner Kevin Warren is receiving most of the blame for the conference canceling its fall football season. But some fans have said the university presidents are the ones who should be taking the heat from the public. Because if they wanted Big Ten football this fall, there would be Big Ten football. But the same is true for Warren. If he wanted football to be played in the Big Ten this fall, there would be Big Ten football this fall. The point is both things are true, and Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle on today's show to explain why. Also, is Bax holding out any hope that the Big Ten will reverse course and play this fall? Especially when they see high school kids playing this Friday in Ohio? To close the show, we discuss how all of this might impact Ohio State's recruiting, if at all. 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

When it comes to recruiting, Ohio State's staff is not big on wasting time. Or harboring negativity. So they have wasted little time moving on from Tunmise Adeleye's decommitment. That brings us to Virginia native Tyliek Williams, a 300-pound plus defensive tackle. Is he a fallback plan? Not at all. Duane Long is here to talk Williams, Florida offensive lineman with an offer and the next Ryan Shazier on the radar? Spend 5ish with us today, '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

Randy Wade continues to fight the good fight. Will it work? We shall see, but regardless, he deserves a lot of respect for what he is doing. The Dean of Ohio State Football Recruiting, Bill Kurelic, joins Dave Biddle to talk about that. And the crux of the show deals with, you guessed it, recruiting. Bill gives you the latest intel on the top uncommitted recruits on Ohio State's board in the 2021 class. Also, will the Buckeyes hold off Alabama for the No. 1 recruiting class in the country? And what does OSU plan on doing at offensive line if it misses out on its primary remaining targets? 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

Randy Wade, the father of Ohio State cornerback Shaun Wade, is organizing a protest at the Big Ten offices in Rosemont, Illinois, today, and he is expected to be joined by several other parents of Big Ten football players. Now the question is whether Wade's protest will work. Dan Rubin joins Dave Biddle for a special edition of the Friday 5ish to give thoughts on the protest and what might come out of it. Also, is a winter/spring season a viable option? Could all of this negatively affect the Buckeyes' recruiting? 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