Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

Ohio State will have its first "litmus test" of the season when Cincinnati comes to town Saturday (noon ET; ABC) in the words of our Steve Helwagen. Steve joins Dave Biddle for today's show to talk about all things Buckeyes vs. Bearcats. What can you expect to see in this game? Where does OSU have the clear advantages? Where is UC strong? Plus, has the proverbial light bulb come on for Ohio State junior linebacker Baron Browning? 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

Beware the Fighting Fickells. That's got to be the motto at the WHAC this week. One-time Ohio State 'interim' head coach and still great Buckeye Luke Fickell brings his Cincinnati Bearcats to Columbus this weekend. Think Fickell and Co. are geeked for the matchup? Think they've allowed themselves to think what a win over Ohio State would do for their program? Let's hope the Buckeyes stay away from narratives like that and remain focus on the task at hand: Beating a solid in-state rival on your home turf. Everybody has thoughts on the matchup ... including today's guest: 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong. Steve opines on the Cincy-OSU matchup as well as several other compelling Big Ten out-of-conference tussles scheduled for the weekend. We also get Steve's knowledge on running back recruiting and Ohio State's interest in two Georgia running backs currently committed elsewhere that have popped on the Buckeyes' recruiting radar. 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 channeling our inner Dave Matthews Band on the show today as there is So Much To Say about the Ohio State Buckeyes. The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle for the Friday extravaganza to discuss: * What is to make of the Buckeyes' running backs? * How much does OSU need sophomore defensive end Tyreke Smith and Tyler Friday to return? And how close are they to doing so? * What looks especially good about QB Justin Fields? What does it look like he needs to work on the most? * Was Garrett Wilson not touching the ball in the opener just an aberration? * What are in-depth thoughts on the Ohio State-Cincinnati game this Saturday? 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 still basking in the glow of Ohio State's opening win and really just the return of meaningful football. Sure, it was the opener against an overmatched opponent paid to come get its tail kicked, that will not stop us from making sweeping judgements off a limited sample size. It's what we do! Duane Long is here in his usual Tuesday spot to offer up his impressions of the debut weekend: * Justin Fields and his amazing start ... yet lackluster finish. What gives? * How did the linebackers look after an offseason of consternation? * The offensive line showed signs of being dominant. How strong were the signs? * Is J.K. Dobbins going to be able to carry the load? Who can help him? * What type of challenge does Cincinnati present this weekend? 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 Labor Day, but Bill "Bank" Greene is open for business. Bank joins Dave Biddle for today's show to discuss: * Ohio State's season-opening win over Florida Atlantic. * The performance from Justin Fields? * What needs to improve the most for the Buckeyes? * What are thoughts about the upcoming OSU-Cincinnati game? * What is the latest on the recruiting trail for the 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

We need more than 5ish to wrap up Ohio State games and forecast the future. So we had to bring our 'extended' Sunday morning podcast back for the season. What did we think of Florida Atlantic? What did we think of Ohio State's debut on several fronts? Bill Kurelic is here. Matt Baxendell is here. Steve Helwagen is here. I got out of the way and let them spread wisdom. Enjoy spending part of your Sunday a.m. with us! 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 eve of Ohio State's season opener against visiting Florida Atlantic, and there is plenty to discuss on the show as Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit. Some of the items on the docket include: * JBook is pretty fired up about the development of OSU sophomore quarterback Justin Fields and cannot wait to see him in action in the Horseshoe on Saturday. * What else are we looking forward to seeing the most during the game? * What is to be expected when the Buckeyes finally release their depth chart later today? What will we learn about the injury status of senior defensive end Jonathon Cooper, senior wide receiver Austin Mack and perhaps others? * What are reasonable expectations for wide receiver Garrett Wilson as a true freshman? All of that and more is on tap for 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

The real start of the season - Ohio State hosting Florida Atlantic - kicks off Saturday at noon. But there are plenty of questions that need answering and not just out of Columbus. So we brought in 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong to offer insight on Ohio State season's ahead on the field, on the recruiting trail and ... where the Buckeyes will end up. But we had even more to present The Fong. So it was time for another edition of ... The True or False Game! Here are the 'statements.' You'll have to tune in for The Fong's responses! * Justin Fields will be the best QB in B1G * Garrett Wilson will be the best true freshman in country * JK Dobbins will finish as B1G’s second leading rusher * Ohio State will make the College Football Playoff * Henry Parrish will ultimately be a Buckeye * Ohio State will finish the 2020 cycle with a top 3 recruiting class * Tua Tagovailoa will win Heisman Trophy * Lincoln Riley will leave Oklahoma to take over the Dallas Cowboys after this season Then we threw some fill in the blank questions at The Fong! * The injury suffered by Alabama’s Dylan Moses means ______ * The next coach at USC will be ______ * At this time next year, Urban Meyer will be ______ * The national Championship will be ______ over ______ 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 will be the most exciting things to see play out during Ohio State's season-opener against visiting Florida Atlantic on Saturday? One of course is how sophomore quarterback Justin Fields performs. But what else? The revamped defense? The offensive line? The young running backs? Yes, yes and yes. The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle to delve into that 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

For a 5-star recruit and one of the highest-rated players at his position - ever - there certainly are a lot of Justin Fields doubters. Why? Who knows? Why is Michigan picked by many to beat Ohio State? Who knows? But that didn't stop Duane Long and me from trying to figure out the Fields angst and get on the record with our expectations for the new quarterback. Also: * What is Duane's biggest concern about the Buckeyes with the opener just days away? * Which Buckeye are we not discussing enough? * Which Big Ten teams (see: NOT Ohio State) could be upset this weekend? All that and more awaits so spend 5ish with 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 kicks off its 2019 football schedule on Saturday against visiting Florida Atlantic in just five days, and you can feel the excitement in Buckeye Nation. Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle on today's show to discuss expectations for the 2019 Buckeyes, recent developments within the program and much more. That 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

All offseason, Jonah Booker has been predicting a big season for Ohio State fourth-year junior running back Demario McCall. With the recent news that McCall has established himself as the primary backup to starter J.K. Dobbins, it looks like JBook will be on the money with that prediction. JBook joins Dave Biddle on today's show to discuss that, plus: * How does the overall depth at RB now look for the Buckeyes this season? * How much might OSU rotate on its offensive line, especially early in the year? * Were there any surprises coming out of camp in terms of positional battles? 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

We hope you packed a lunch for today's show. You're gonna need it. Yes, it's Thursday so 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is here to spread wisdom on the following topics: * Jalen Berger, Michael Drennen, E.J. Smith ... who will be Ohio State's running back recruits in 2020? * Which Ohio State freshmen has Wiltfong heard are thriving in camp? Is there a freshman who is the best player at his position ... already? * Real football starts this weekend. Who does Wiltfong thinks emerges in the Florida-Miami tussle and will we be treated to a Tate Martell sighting? That would be enough for your standard Thursday show. But like we said: It's a MEGA POD Thursday. We are also joined by Dane Brugler, NFL Draft Expert for The Athletic. He offers the most complete breakdowns you can get on the possible NFL futures of several Buckeyes: *Chase Young *Jeffrey Okudah *Thayer Munford *K.J. Hill *Austin Mack *Ben Victor *Jordan Fuller *Jonathan Cooper *BB Landers *Malik Harrison *Damon Arnette How many first rounders are in that group? Who would Dane take if Chase Young, Nick Bosa and Joey Bosa were available in the same draft? Spend a lot more than 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

Senior captain Jonathon Cooper will miss some time following ankle surgery, so which defensive ends are going to step up for Ohio State while he is out? The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus: * What are expectations for sophomore quarterback Justin Fields from a statistical standpoint this season? * The C.J. Saunders story is awesome. We talk about it. * The Buckeyes' secondary has the potential to be excellent this fall. 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

This show is fun. Duane Long and I do this every season. It's our wacky predictions episode. You can see the categories we used this season below. Feel free to play along with us! 1 - The four playoff teams will be ___, ___, ___ and ____ and the Heisman Trophy winner will be ___ . 2 - The first five Buckeyes to be picked (in order) in the 2020 NFL Draft will be ___, ___, ___, ___, ___ . 3 - Ohio State will play its last game of the season against ________ in the ________ . 4 - This Ohio State staffers could move on after this season: ______ . Duane and I also added three predictions of our own, among them: * Who is the forgotten star on Ohio State's offense? * Where could Ohio State fall during the regular season? * Which potential open coaching job will hang over college football this season? * Could Justin Fields threaten Dwayne Haskins' records? 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 head coach Ryan Day will announce his starting quarterback today after practice around 11:15 a.m. Hmm, we wonder who it could be. Perhaps, sophomore Justin Fields? Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus: * What is Bank hearing about true freshman Marcus Crowley? There seems to be quite a bit of hype around him. * What are thoughts on fifth-year senior Branden Bowen likely beating out redshirt freshman Nicholas Petit-Frere for the starting right tackle job? 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 is yet to name a starting quarterback. However, he said he would likely make a decision on Monday. Does that mean he will announce Justin Fields is the Buckeyes' starter? Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus many other camp happenings 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

Perhaps you've heard: Tate Martell failed to earn the starting quarterback job at Miami (Fla.). Given Martell's Ohio Statish roots, it was big news in Columbus. But was it surprising news? 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is here to talk Martell, Ohio State quarterback recruiting and where on the Buckeyes' schedule could trouble raise? All of that and 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

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day has said all along that sophomore Justin Fields would not have the starting quarterback job handed to him. However, very few actually believed him. Thus far, Day has remained firm that it's still a competition between Fields and fourth-year junior Gunnar Hoak. The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle on today's show to discuss that, plus: * What can be expected of Fields if he is the starting QB this year for OSU? * What should fans expect from true freshman running back Marcus Crowley? * Is Baron Browning headed for a breakout year at linebacker? Or is the former 5-star recruit still going to leave fans wanting more. * What are takes on Tate Martell not being named the starting QB at Miami? 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

No position group enters this season with more questions than linebacker. The standard set in Columbus - see recent examples Ryan Shazier, Darron Lee, Raekwon McMillan - has been elusive for a few years. Ryan Day brought in a new coach - Al Washington by way of Ann Arbor - to get the unit back to where it needs to be. Can he do it? Was it a talent issue? Can the linebackers play well enough for Ohio State to compete at a 'playoff' level? Duane Long is here to continue his unit-by-unit Buckeye previews and takes on linebackers. 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 Monday and the Dean of Ohio State Football Recruiting, Bill Kurelic, joins Dave Biddle to discuss the following: * Why is Bill headed down to Cincinnati to see Paris Johnson today? * How would Bill describe Johnson's game? What does he already do very well? What does he still need to work on? * What is the latest with running back recruiting for the Buckeyes in their 2020 class? * And we even have a non-recruiting topic for the Dean: Is he concerned about running back depth for the 2019 Buckeyes? 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

Baron Browning is only halfway through his college career as he enters his junior season at Ohio State. However, is it now or never for the middle linebacker in terms of making an impact for the Buckeyes? Jonah Booker drops by for his usual Friday visit to discuss that, plus: * What true freshmen could make an impact for OSU in 2019? * What are thoughts about the Buckeyes' offensive line? * What about the linebacking corps? Is it still a concern, or no? * And why is everyone talking up sophomore defensive tackle Tommy Togiai so much? 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

What is the latest on running back recruiting for Ohio State in the 2020 class? That is the question on the mind of many fans, and Steve Wiltfong drops by to answer it. Also from The Fong: * What does he think specifically of the recruiting acumen of Tony Alford? * What does Steve think will happen with four-star RB Jalen Berger from New Jersey? * Which team has more talent in 2019? Ohio State or Michigan? * What is different about recruiting at OSU with Ryan Day in charge and not Urban Meyer? All of that and 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

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