Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

Ohio State has four practices in the books during preseason camp, and Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle on today's show to discuss: * The Buckeyes' quality depth on the offensive line and at wide receiver. * OSU's possible lack of qualiy depth at running back. * What stands out defensively thus far for the Buckeyes? * How about David Lighty, William Buford, Aaron Craft, Jon Diebler, Evan Ravenel and the rest of Carmen's Crew from The Basketball Tournament? They won the $2 million championship last night with a 66-60 win over Marquette's alumni team, the Golden Eagles. All of that and more is coming at you on the Wednesday extravaganza. 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

Brenton Cox was a 5-star defensive end who was committed to Ohio State in the 2018 class. However, Cox eventually flipped from OSU to Georgia. Cox has now been dismissed from the Bulldogs' program. Therefore, should the Buckeyes kick the tires on Cox, or no? Duane Long joins Dave Biddle on today's show to discuss that, plus: * What intrigues Duane the most regarding Ohio State's preseason camp thus far? * What is the latest with 2020 quarterback and running back recruiting for the Buckeyes? All of that and more is coming at you on the Tuesday spectacular. 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 talk about in the world of Ohio State football, and on the recruiting front. On today's show, Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle to get the listeners up to speed on: * What fans should expect from quarterback Justin Fields this season. * How is the offensive line looking thus far? Who might start at certain spots? * Other than J.K. Dobbins and Fields, who will the Buckeyes rely most on to carry the ball this season? * What is the latest with running back recruiting? * What are Bank's thoughts on Tony Alford as a recruiter? All of that and more is coming at you on the Monday extravaganza. 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 kicks off training camp this morning, and Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle to discuss all things Buckeye on today's show. * JBook can't wait to see how sophomore quarterback Justin Fields looks. How do we think he'll look? * Is the offensive line going to be a weakness, a strength or somewhere in between? * What stands out defensively as camp begins? * Other than middle linebacker, what is the most-intriguing position battle of camp? * What are expectations for the 2019 Buckeyes? How good will this team be? * What is JBook's take on Tony Alford and running back recruiting for the Buckeyes? All of that and more is coming at you on the Friday extravaganza. 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

If you are looking for insights on the Ohio State Buckeyes the day before they begin preseason camp, you sure came to the right place. On this edition of The Joshua Perry Show, the former OSU linebacker, national champion, captain and NFL player dishes on what the Buckeyes will be focused on the most offensively and defensively during camp. Obviously quarterback Justin Fields will be under the microscope, but so will the offensive line as Joshua points out on the show. What can be expected from the O-line this year? Joshua breaks it all down. And what will be the biggest focus defensively? Is there anything new to report at the middle linebacker position in particular? Switching gears to finish the show, Joshua explains how often players give "silent verbals" during the recruiting process, only to change their minds a few weeks later. Yes, this is in direct relation to the Bijan Robinson situation. Also, Joshua gives the scoop on Ohio State running backs coach Tony Alford as a recruiter and as a coach. 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 Front Row has questions. 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong has answers. Boom ... that's a show. Bucknutters submitted excellent queries for Wiltfong and we got to most of them. Among them: * Kyle McCord vs. JJ McCarthy * With Bijan Robinson out, where could Buckeyes turn? * How much does character figure into 247Sports prospect evaluations? * Have you ever seen a site meltdown similar to the one we just experienced? * Can you name a prospect that has surprised you in a camp setting? All that and more is ready for consumption. 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 it right to play the blame game -- with Ohio State running backs coach Tony Alford being the losing contestant? Or is Alford taking too much criticism from fans over the likely recruiting miss of 5-star RB Bijan Robinson? The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus: * What will happen from here at the RB position for the Buckeyes in their 2020 class? * Ohio State kicks off preseason camp on Friday. What will be the biggest areas of focus on both sides of the ball for Ryan Day's crew? All of that and more is coming at you on the Wednesday extravaganza. 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

Bijan Robinson ... what the ...? Duane Long is here in his usual Tuesday spot and we had to address the Robinson recruitment and the goings on of the last few days. Yikes. But then we got back into our position group previews for the season ahead with a complete breakdown of the secondary. We talked about all 16 defensive backs on the roster expected to get playing time this season and where they fit in. 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 was the clear favorite to land 5-star running back Bijan Robinson. Until Sunday arrived. What changed with Robinson's recruitment? The Dean of Ohio State Football Recruiting, Bill Kurelic, broke the news on Sunday, and he drops by on today's show to explain what happened. Also, with Robinson likely headed elsewhere, which running backs could the Buckeyes land in their 2020 class? All of that and more is coming at you on the Monday extravaganza. 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 head coach Ryan Day says he wants a wide receiver rotation that is six or seven players deep this season. The top-five WRs appear to be set for the Buckeyes. Therefore, which of Ohio State's reserve wide receivers will step this season and fill out the 6-or-7 man rotation? Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle to answer that question, plus: * JBook has some strong words when he compares Ryan Day's recruiting acumen to Jim Harbaugh's. * How do the Buckeyes stand with 2020 recruits Bijan Robinson, Jaylan Knighton and Elias Ricks? * And could OSU move on from 2020 offensive line commit Trey Leroux? All of that and more is coming at you on the Friday extravaganza. 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 adding elite prospects what seems like daily. When it is all said and done, how many of the Top 247's 32 5-stars will be Buckeyes? Who better to address than 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong? Wiltfong discusses the commitment of Kourt Williams, Bijan Robinson's impending decision and how many Buckeyes have a chance to secure on the remaining 5 star spots in the Top247. Also: Could Clemson poach one of Ohio's best in the Class of 2021? Wiltfong has the latest. Spend 5ish with us, '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 2020 recruiting class continues to get bigger and better. Today, four-star linebacker Kourt Williams is expected to commit to the Buckeyes, which would give them 22 recruits in their 2020 class, which is ranked No. 3 in the nation per the 247Sports Composite. The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus: * Will five-star running back Bijan Robinson commit to Ohio State early next month? * Just how high will this OSU class finish when it's all said and done? * What stood out the most from Ohio State's perspective at Big Ten media days in Chicago late last week? All of that and more is coming at you on the Wednesday extravaganza. 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 know Duane Long. Duane knows offensive linemen. That begs the question: Do the Buckeyes know who their offensive linemen are? The head coach said in Chicago only one has secured a starting spot. So we really do need Duane's complete breakdown of every offensive linemen on the roster. You will get his unabashed evaluation, the five Duane would send out for the opener against Florida Atlantic and what he thinks of the 'coachspeak' surrounding the unit. We also discussed - what else? - recruiting and the chance Ohio State will add another coveted defensive talent to its Class of 2020 haul. 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 did Joshua Perry think of Jim Harbaugh's comments before and at Big Ten media days? Let's just say the former Ohio State linebacker, national champion, captain and NFL player was less than amused. And found the statements to be quite weak. Joshua drops by for his weekly podcast to discuss that, plus: * What stood out about the comments from Ohio State head coach Ryan Day regarding the Buckeyes? * What is Joshua hearing about OSU quarterback Justin Fields? * What is he hearing about the Buckeyes' middle linebacker situation and more? All of that and more is covered on the latest edition of The Joshua Perry Show. 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, Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to give a game-by-game breakdown of Ohio State's 2019 football schedule, including predicting who will win each game. What will be the Buckeyes' 12-game regular season record? Will OSU win the Big Ten East, then win the Big Ten title, then advance to the College Football Playoff? We go in depth answering those questions and more on an extended edition of the Monday extravaganza. 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

CHICAGO -- What were the high points of Big Ten media days on Thursday from Ohio State's perspective? Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle for today's show for an in-depth look at the biggest questions facing the Buckeyes entering preseason camp 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

Ohio State added an elite safety from Arizona yesterday. Could Lathan Ransom's teammate be next? Let's just say the chances are good Bijan Robinson becomes a Buckeye when he announced his college decision via Instagram on July 2. Crystal Balls all across this fine country have the 5-star running back headed to Columbus. 247Sports Director of Recruiting recently went in-depth on Robinson for a feature story and joins us to share what he learned about Robinson and his family. You won't want to miss it. Then we talk some real football: Who does Wiltfong think will be the top 5 teams in the Big Ten this season? Does he have the Fighting Khakis or your Buckeyes at the top? You'll just have to tune in to find out! Spend 5ish with us this a.m.! 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

Following the commitment of high four-star safety Lathan Ransom on Tuesday, Ohio State moved up to No. 2 (from No. 4) in the 247Sports Composite team recruiting rankings for the 2020 class. Ransom gives the Buckeyes 21 prospects in their class thus far, with at least four more expected to join him. To illustrated how amazing this class is, Ransom is ranked as the No. 76 player in the country, and he is merely the eighth-best prospect in OSU's class. By comparison, Ransom would be the highest-ranked player in Michigan's class (the Wolverines' top recruit is ranked No. 80 in the Composite). Furthermore, if things go as expected leading up to the early signing period in December -- and perhaps all the way until the traditional signing day in February -- just how high will Ryan Day and Ohio State finish in the recruiting rankings this year? Will they keep the No. 2 ranking? Could they even finish No. 1, which is something Urban Meyer never did in Columbus? Speaking of Day, what can fans expect to hear from him when he takes the mic at Big Ten Media Days in Chicago on Thursday? The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle to discuss that and much more on the Wednesday extravaganza. 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 it been like the last few days without a commitment? Rough? Boring? Well, it's quite possible that angst is about to end because Ohio State's top target at safety is making his college decision public today. At 5 p.m. EST., Lathan Ransom will announce his commitment via Twitter. As of this morning, the Crystal Ball has 16 predictions ... all sweet and Ohio State. Duane Long is here and let's you know what the Buckeyes 'could' be getting. Then, Duane breaks down every defensive lineman on the Ohio State roster for 2019. 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

Phil Steele and many others are picking Michigan to win the Big Ten championship this season. Is Joshua Perry buying that the Wolverines are the team to beat within the conference? The former Ohio State linebacker, national champion, captain and NFL player drops by for his show to delve into why he believes the Buckeyes will ultimately prove to be the Big Ten's best in 2019. Also on the docket: * Is Shea Patterson overrated? Steele has him ranked as the fifth-best quarterback in the country. And he does not list OSU's Justin Fields in his ranking of the top-75 QBs in the land. * Speaking of Fields, what does Joshua Perry expect out of him as a sophomore this season? * And what is something good you need to know about the Buckeyes' 2019 team? Joshua fills you in. All of that and more is coming up on the latest edition of The Joshua Perry Show. 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 5-star running back Bijan Robinson going to join Ohio State's stellar 2020 recruiting class, which is currently No. 4 in the country in the 247Sports Composite team rankings? The answer to that question is "hell yes" if you are Bill "Bank" Greene. Bank joins Dave Biddle on today's show to give insights on the top players remaining on OSU's board for the 2020 class. Specifically, Robinson, Elias Ricks, Lathan Ransom, Jaylan Knighton, Jacolbe Cowan and Kourt Williams? Also, what's the deal with the "hard cap" of 25 players per recruiting class? Are their loopholes the Buckeyes can use to get over 25? All of that and more is coming at you on the Monday extravaganza. 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 better way to send you into the weekend than with a visit from The People's Champ? Matt Baxendell joins me for a spirited chat on Ryan Day's blazing hot start on the recruiting trail before he breaks down the entire Big Ten and what we can expect in the season ahead. Which coaches are on the hot seat? Will powers like Michigan State and Wisconsin regain form? Is James Franklin destined for more viral video production? And ... lastly ... even Phil Steele is picking the Fighting Khakis to win the Big Ten East. What gives? Spend 5ish with us this a.m.!!! 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 if Groundhog Day was excellent? What if every time was the same ... yet awesome? Welcome to Ohio State's 2020 recruiting cycle! Whether it's a gander at the national Crystal Ball report or another commitment slide/impact article combo, the last month or so has been an amazing ride down the recruiting trail for the Buckeyes. More good news: There's no end in sight. 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong joins us to discuss the repeated, wonderful additions to the class and who might be next. Among the names we covered: * Mookie Cooper * Bijan Robinson * Jaylon Knighton * Kourt Williams * Lathan Ransom * Vernon Broughton * Kedrick Bingley-Jones * Jacolbe Cowan * Elias Ricks You'll likely enjoy this podcast if you are a fan of Ohio State thriving. Spend 5ish with us this a.m.!!! 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

Joshua Perry offers unique insight on Ohio State's football program and today's show is another example of that. We asked Front Rowers to submit questions for Joshua to answer and the result is today's show. Among the questions posed (and then answered): * What is Ohio State's No. 1 selling point? * Baron Browning: Inside or outside linebacker? * College coaches vs. NFL coaches * Thoughts on Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh? * What coach had the biggest impact on Joshua? * Whose defense was it during the 2014 season: Chris Ash or Luke Fickell's? * What went wrong with the Everett Withers scheme? * Anyone panic when J.T. Barrett went down in Ann Arbor? All that and more is a click away! 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

O.K., we admit it: What Ohio State is doing on the recruiting trail has exceeded our expectations. Did we doubt Ryan Day's regime? Did we think it would put together the greatest offensive recruiting haul in school history? Should we just chill with all the hyperbole? Maybe, but with the flurry of commitments and Crystal Balls rolling for the good guys, it's hard to stay calm. What does Duane Long think of all the developments? We asked. He answered. Spend 5ish with us this a.m.!!! 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 show for 'Nutters today. Joining us is Gee Scott, Sr., father of Ohio State wide receiver commitment Gee Scott, Jr. In an extended chat, Scott, Sr., details his son's journey to become an elite wide receiver prospect and how the Washington state native became one of the nation's most coveted recruits. * What role did the Seattle Seahawks play? * Why Ohio State? * How important has Brian Hartline been in the process? * Were there concerns about the Urban Meyer-Ryan Day transition? * What's it like to have your son be on The Opening's Dream Team? * What does he think of the Buckeye 2020 WR Trio as a group? Scott, Sr., touches on those topics and much more as we log quality time with West Coast Buckeye family. Spend 5ish with us this a.m.!!! 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 the next Buckeyes commitment? Is Ohio State still recruiting LSU commitment Elias Ricks? Besides the 'Dreamy' wide receivers, which future Buckeyes shined at The Opening? How many commitments will Ohio State take in the Class of 2020? Who remains in focus and when could they make the call? Those are important questions as you set yourself for a week of Buckeye intrigue. Luckilly, we brought in an answer man: Bill Kurelic. The Dean of Ohio State Recruiting gets you up to speed on a Monday morning like no other. Spend 5ish with us this a.m.!!! 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 hope all 'Nutters had an awesome July 4. Since we took yesterday to enjoy the Stars n' Stripes, today we make up for it with a visit from 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong. He was in Dallas to cover The Opening and has a complete report on: * Dream Team wide receivers ... * Mookie Cooper's future ... * Paris Johnson, Jr.'s outlook ... * Lejond Cavazos: Did he flash? * Cody Simon's showing ... All that and more we send you into the weekend. Spend 5ish with us this a.m.!!! 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 talked recruiting on the BM5 for several days and for good reason - the commitments keep coming. We don't expect that to end. In fact, you need to be on Bucknuts at 11:30 a.m. if you like recruiting and good things happening for the Buckeyes. But today's show is about the CURRENT collection of Buckeyes sweating at the WHAC. With the season opener against Florida Atlantic just over seven weeks from today, we take a shot at predicting Ohio State's starting lineup that day. Patrick Murphy joins the show with what he thinks the starting lineup will be. Sure, there are some gimmes - see Dobbins, J.K. But what about the offensive line? What about the linebackers? There is still some intrigue there and at a few other spots. Who are your starters? Do they differ from Patrick's? Gotta tune in to find out! Spend 5ish with us this a.m.!!! 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 back. Is he playing injured? He would never tell you so. But our guy assumes his regular Tuesday morning spot again to talk about: * Adding Darrion Henry and Cody Simon * Lathan Ransom * Mitchell Melton * Josh Fryar * Mookie Cooper * Jaylan Knighton Is there multiple nekkid jaunts in Duane's future? Do we need to alert the local authorities? You'll just have to listen and decide for yourself. Spend 5ish with us this a.m.!!! 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 called a 'Dead Period.' Coaches and players theoretically get a break from each other and re-introduce themselves to family. But as Joshua Perry will explain, championship mettle begins in the offseason during times coaches aren't around. It was proven during the title run of a few years back. Joshua will tell you about the defense taking matters into their own hands after seeing Braxton Miller go down with an injury. Also: ** What do players actually do during the dead period? ** How about the coaches? You might be surprised what they are up to. ** What does Joshua think of the possible tightening of transfer rules? What is the former player's perspective on the matter? ** Is California going to set college athletes up to benefit of their likeness? Spend some time with a great Buckeye as he gives his honest and fresh takes. All of that plus much more is coming at you on another edition of The Joshua Perry Show. 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

Bill Kurelic. The Opening. Jerry World. The Lone Star State. What could go wrong? The answer: Nothing. It's a match made in heaven. Seven Ohio State commitments and host of coveted targets will be on stage this week in the greater Dallas area. Who better to chronicle their exploits than The Dean himself? Join us today for a report on all the Ohio State commitments in attendance: * Paris Johnson, Jr. * Clark Phillips III * Gee Scott, Jr. * Julian Fleming * Jaxon Smith-Njigba * Cody Simon * Lejond Cavazos Kurelic then has the latest intrigue on the following recruiting targets: * Kourt Williams * Mookie Cooper * Jaylon Knighton * Lathan Ransom * Elias Ricks This is the way to start your week and get up to speed on the annual talent extravaganza in Texas replete with future Buckeyes. Spend 5ish with us this a.m.!!! 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 about to land the No. 2 player in the state of Ohio, a recruit who doubles as one of the top defensive tackle recruits in the country? It sure appears so. Darrion Henry from Cincinnati Princeton is set to make his announcement on Saturday, and the Buckeyes are the clear leader. Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit to discuss that, plus: * If Henry does commit to OSU as expected, who might be the next two commits in the Buckeyes' 2020 class? * What is the latest with 5-star running back Bijan Robinson? Will he be a Buckeye? * Who are non-committed recruits that JBook really has his eye on? * What should be the "over/under" for Ohio State's win total during the 12-game regular season schedule in 2019? All of that and more is coming at you on the Friday extravaganza. 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

Let's make this clear: Elite recruits are buying what Ohio State is selling. Whether it is the Class of 2020 or 2021, the Buckeyes are adding elite talent on what seems like a daily basis. Why? 247Sports Director of Recruiting is here to break it down. It's not just the quality of football or chance to go to the NFL. It's the people. What does that mean? Wiltfong explains. In detail. And you will like it. Along the way, he also shares the latest on Ben Christman, Josh Fryar, Bijan Robinson, Cameron Martinez and much more. All of that and much more is coming at you on the Thursday extravaganza. 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

Joshua Perry is back with the latest edition of his podcast, The Joshua Perry Show, and he answers questions that were asked by loyal listeners of the show on The Front Row message board. The show includes the usual great insights from Joshua, as well as some hilarious quotes (none better than the one that involves former OSU coach and current Cincinnati head coach Luke Fickell). Joshua also answers questions on everything from what went wrong on the Buckeyes' offense in 2015, to what went wrong with the defense schematically in 2018, to what fans can expect from the new defensive coaches this year. All of that plus much more is coming at you on a special Wednesday edition of The Joshua Perry Show. 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 about to raid Tucson, Ariz., for two of the top prospects in the country in the 2020 class? It sure seems to be trending in that direction. The Buckeyes have perhaps emerged as the frontrunner for 5-star running back Bijan Robinson from Salpointe Catholic High School. And Ohio State has reportedly established itself as the leader for his high school teammate, high 4-star safety Lathan Ransom. Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle on today's show to discuss that, plus: Does OSU also lead for 4-star WR Mookie Cooper, 4-star OLB/DE Mitchell Melton and 3-star athlete/safety Cameron Martinez? * How many prospects will be in Ohio State's 2020 class, and how high will Ryan Day's first class be ranked in the 247Sports Composite? * Is the media and the NCAA looking the other way on the stories about PED use at Clemson, and booster involvement at LSU? All of that and much more is coming at you on the Wednesday extravaganza. 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 month-long dead period for recruiting has begun. Thankfully, Ohio State got plenty of work done when it was 'live.' After a crazy weekend rife with spectacular visitors, it's time to take stock. Who is (going to be) in? Who is (going to be) out? We brought in the best - The Dean himself: Bill Kurelic - for the absolute latest on: * Bijan Robinson * Sam Adams * E.J. Smith * Lathan Ransom * Kourt Williams * Cody Simon * Darrion Henry * Joe Royer * Deamonte Trayanum * Cameron Martinez * Kedrick Bingley-Jones * Jacolbe Cowan ALSO: Bill is hitting the road in an official capacity real soon. Where is he headed? Why is it important to 'Nutters? Spend 5ish with us this a.m.!!! 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 running back recruits reluctant to come to Ohio State now, because there is a perception that the Buckeyes will be pass-happy offense? Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle for today's show to discuss that, plus: * Where do things stand with the remaining RBs on the board for OSU in the 2020 class? * Just how high could the Buckeyes' 2020 class finish in the recruiting rankings? * Ohio State landed both Clark Phillips III and Jayden Ballard over the weekend. All of that and more on the Monday extravaganza. 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 should be a good one for Ohio State as the Buckeyes are expected to land high 4-star cornerback Clark Phillips III. The California native will make his announcment today at 3 p.m. ET on CBS Sports HQ, the free live streaming sports show (it runs 24 hours per day). Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit to discuss all things Phillips III, plus: * What is going on with running back recruiting for Ohio State? The Buckeyes suddenly seem to be at risk of missing out on many of their top prospects at the position. * Who are some names we're really interested in that are visiting this weekend? * What are thoughts on Friday Night Lights basically being replaced by today's BBQ at OSU? All of that and more is coming at you on the Friday extravaganza. 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, 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong answers that subscribers asked him on The Front Row message board. How do things stand with Mookie Cooper as far as Ohio State is concerned? What about running back recruiting for the Buckeyes? Why have certain OSU commits and targets seen their rankings go down so much? What are the early returns on Ryan Day as a recruiter? How does he compare to Urban Meyer? All of that and much more is coming at you on the Thursday spectacular. 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

High 4-star cornerback Clark Phillips III will make his announcement on Friday, and Ohio State appears to be the leader to land the talented young man from California. The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus: * Is Georgia now the leader for 5-star running back Kendall Milton? Are the Buckeyes still in the hunt? * What are expectations for true freshman wide receiver Garrett Wilson this season at OSU? All of that and more is coming at you on the Wednesday extravaganza. 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 wide-ranging episode of The Joshua Perry Show today. The former Ohio State linebacker, national champion, captain and NFL player joins Dave Biddle to discuss the following: * What are the pros and cons of being a famous former OSU football player living in Columbus? And yes, the pros certainly out-weigh the cons. * What is the latest at the middle linebacker position for the Buckeyes entering the 2019 season? * Zach Smith's podcast Menace 2 Society is a smash hit and always has plenty of interesting stories from his days at OSU. Some fans have asked if they can believe the stories that Smith is telling. Does Joshua find the stories to be honest? Does he enjoy the show in general? Why or why not? All of that and more coming at you on the latest edition of The Joshua Perry Show. 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

Defensive lineman Ty Hamilton became the 12 commitment -- and the second defensive player -- in Ohio State's 2020 recruiting class on Sunday. Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus: * Who is on "commit watch" for the Buckeyes over the next few weeks? * Running back recruiting is really heating up for OSU. How many RBs will the Buckeyes take in their 2020 class? Who will they be? All of that and more is coming at you on the Monday extravaganza. 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

Despite finishing with a 9-4 record last season, Penn State appeared to be a program with a lot of momentum in terms of recruiting. The Nittany Lions got off to a very good start with their 2020 class and appeared to be a lock to finish in the top-10 of the 247Sports Composite team rankings. However, this week alone they have had a trio of 4-star prospects de-commit, and have fallen to the No. 20 class in the land. This is on the heels of several players transferring from the program in the weeks and months following the 2018 season. Is this just an unlucky stretch for head coach James Franklin and PSU? Or is there more at play behind the scenes? Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit to discuss that, plus: * Ohio State has the No. 8 class in the country so far for 2020. How high might head coach Ryan Day and the Buckeyes finish this cycle? Are OSU fans looking at a top-5 class? Perhaps top-3? * What are thoughts thus far on Ohio State first-year quarterbacks coach/passing game coordinator Mike Yurcich? * The Buckeye coaches have not said sophomore Justin Fields will be the starting QB. They are saying it will be a competition with fourth-year junior Gunnar Hoak, who transferred from Kentucky last month. What is to be made of that? All of that and more is coming at you on the Friday extravaganza. 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 know about the offensive recruiting haul Ohio State is putting together for the Class of 2020. You had concerns about defensive recruiting. Your concerns are about to go away. 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is here to talk: * Clark Phillips * Kourt Williams * Cody Simon * Lathan Ransom Wiltfong as puts the 2020 offensive haul in perspective and it's the kind of perspective you are really gonna like. 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

Ohio State redshirt freshman offensive tackle Nicholas Petit-Frere was the No. 1-ranked OT in the country in the 2018 class, per the 247Sports Composite. Will Petit-Frere be a starter for the Buckeyes this fall? Or will he be more like a sixth man? That is one of the many topics on today's show as The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle. Also on the docket: * What is to be made of the information from Joshua Perry that the Buckeyes are doing "more running than ever" this summer? * Who will be the Buckeyes' starting safety opposite Jordan Fuller? * Recruiting is really heating up for Ohio State. The latest news is that the Crystal Ball projections favor the Buckeyes to land high 4-star cornerback Clark Phillips out of California. All of that and more on the midweek extravaganza. 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

Full speed ahead would be an understatement for Ohio State's current recruiting efforts. We are trying to keep up. Our very own Duane Long is here to help and spread wisdom on the following: * Flipping offensive lineman Grant Toutant from Penn State to Ohio State. * Joe Royer vs. Luke Lachey: What does it mean? * Ben Chrisman: Nekkid jaunt inspiration? * Clark Phillips III ... are Irish Eyes actually smiling on Columbus? It's a good time to be a Buckeye on the trail. Which means it's a good time to spend 5ish with us this a.m. 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

Joshua Perry is back with the latest edition of his podcast, The Joshua Perry Show. On today's episode, the former Ohio State linebacker, captain, national champion and NFL player joins Dave Biddle to discuss the following: * Why the Real Life Wednesday program at OSU has been such a bit hit. * Ryan Day making the wise decision to continue the RLW program. * What are the Buckeyes doing right now as they prepare for the 2019 college football season? * Does Joshua like the way the rules are set up for players in the summer? The rules were changed five years ago, when Perry and OSU were about to enter their 2014 national title season. All of that and more is coming at you on The Joshua Perry Show. 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

Urban Meyer was known for breaking out the spatula on the recruiting trail. It seems he has taught Ryan Day well. Day and the Buckeyes flipped 4-star offensive tackle Grant Toutant from Penn State to Ohio State on Sunday night. Did this come out of the blue? And what does it mean for OSU? The Dean of Ohio State Football Recruiting, Bill Kurelic, joins Dave Biddle to talk all thing Toutant, plus: * Where do things stand with Paris Johnson and Darrion Henry, the two top recruits in Ohio? * On the tight end recruiting front, was the Dean surprised that Joe Royer got offered by the Buckeyes, and Luke Lachey was not? * What is the latest with 5-star running back Kendall Milton? * How many recruits will OSU likely take in its 2020 class? Could it be 25 or 26? All of that and more on the Monday extravaganza. 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 own Jonah Booker caused a little bit of a stir on Twitter when he posted that Ohio State is the clear leader for 5-star running back Kendall Milton. Milton's father, Chris Milton, was not a fan of JBook's tweet, and made that quite clear on the social media platform. Until now, JBook has not said a word about the "controversy." But he talks about it on today's show with Dave Biddle. Then the show moves on to: * Discussion about OSU's one-day camp on Thursday. What stood out the most? * Are things looking really good for the Buckeyes when it comes to Paris Johnson and Darrion Henry? * Is Trey Leroux a much better prospect than his ranking indicates? All of that and more is coming at you on the Friday extravaganza. 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