Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

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

Can Ohio State recruit on defense like it does offense? Which elite running back will be the first to commit? Which DMV product are the Buckeyes chasing? What does the addition of Julian Fleming do for Ryan Day's profile? Questions abound. Luckily, today's show features an answer man: 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong. He's here to educate. If you are here to learn, you picked the right spot. 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 only has one defensive commit so far in its 2020 class. However, are several defensive commits on the verge of committing to Ryan Day and the Buckeyes? Bill "Bank" Greene thinks so. Bank joins Dave Biddle for today's show and believes that the "bases are loaded with nobody out" in terms of defensive recruits for OSU. Now, Day and his staff need to bring the runners home. A deeper discussion on that is coming at you, plus: * Will the Jaheim Thomas situation impact Paris Johnson and/or Darrion Henry as it pertains to Ohio State? * What is Bank hearing about OSU's defensive coaches, specificially their recruiting acumen? All of that and more is happening 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

There's been something missing in your life. It's hard to grasp but you know it's not there. It's just a feeling of emptiness. Well, cheer up. Your problems are solved. Duane Long is back. The inimitable Bucknuts institution was sidelined nearly a month. What does he think about Julian Fleming? Kendall Milton? Recruiting on defense? Duane covers it all in his return. Spend 5ish with us this afternoon. 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 the names: Garrett Wilson, Jameson Williams, Gee Scott, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Julian Fleming. Then there is Justin Fields and Jack Miller. There are more names, too. But if you want quarterbacks and wide receivers, those names will do. And do well. The combination of Ryan Day and Brian Hartline (among others) on Ohio State's staff has amped QB and WR recruiting to levels not seen before. And want some more good news? There are no signs of slippage on the horizon. Join us today to discuss that, Kendall Milton, Mookie Cooper and more with the Dean of Ohio State Recruiting, our very own Bill Kurelic. 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 you ever been curious what it is like on the first day a freshman joins a college football team? Well, you came to the right place. On today's edition of The Joshua Perry Show, the former Ohio State linebacker, national champion, captain and NFL player, explains the thoughts running through the head of an 18-year-old kid (or 16 if you're Parris Campbell) who has suddenly joined a group of grown men. Also, can players tell on day one that certain freshmen are never going to be good enough to make it at a place like Ohio State? Speaking of players enrolling, 11 members of the Buckeyes' 2019 recruiting class enrolled recently. What is Joshua hearing about that group? And just how much power does Mark Pantoni have when it comes to deciding who gets scholarship offers from OSU? All of that and more on this 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

Slow your roll? Not if you are head coach Ryan Day, wide receivers coach Brian Hartline and running backs coach Tony Alford, who continue to make waves on the offensive recruiting front for Ohio State. The nation's No. 1 wide receiver recruit in the 2020 class -- Julian Fleming -- picked the Buckeyes over Penn State and Clemson on Friday. Could 5-star running back Kendall Milton be next to join OSU's 2020 class? He had his official visit to Ohio State over the weekend and it went very well. Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle to discuss all of that, plus: * The rise of Brian Hartline as a coaching and recruiting superstar. * Is linebacker a concern for Ohio State in 2019? Or could it end up being a strength? * Did you know that Helwagen is a highly-requested speaker to OSU football groups/alumni groups? Well, now you do, and Steve will tell you an interesting story from his speech in St. Petersburg, Fla., this 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

It is 5-star Friday here on the show as the nation's No. 1 wide receiver -- Julian Fleming -- will make his announcement today, and things sound very good for Ohio State. Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle to discuss Fleming perhaps becoming a Buckeye, plus: * Thoughts on 5-star running back Kendall Milton making his official visit to OSU this weekend, and where the Buckeyes stand with him. * We were already excited about Ohio State redshirt freshman running back Master Teague. Then he was recently clocked in the 4.3s in the 40, and our excitement level increased even more. * What are takeaways from Zach Smith's new podcast, Menace 2 Society? And what exactly did Smith say about his former coaching colleague at Ohio State, Ed Warinner? All of that and more on an extended, 20-minute edition of 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 No. 1 left tackle. The No. 1 center. The No. 1 wide receiver. The No. 2 quarterback. The No. 3 running back. What would happen if they all got together and committed to one school? You'd have Ohio State's Class of 2020 haul ... probably. And what would 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong say about the move from Urban Meyer to Ryan Day if the above scenario happens? Check today's title. 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

It seems very likely that 5-star wide receiver Julian Fleming will select Ohio State on Friday, which would be a huge boon for the Buckeyes. Also, should Jim Tressel return to OSU as the president of the university? That and more on today's show, as Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle. 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 top-rated wide receiver recruit in program history? The top-rated offensive line recruit in program history? Yes, we are talking Ohio State's 'possible' Class of 2020. And yes, we are being realistic. Julian Fleming, a Pennsylvania native and the nation's No. 1 receiver, will announce his commitment on Friday. Paris Johnson, a Cincinnati native and the nation's No. 1 left tackle recruit, just visited LSU but has one official visit left. How confident should we be that both will be Buckeyes? Who else to ask other than the Dean of Ohio State Recruiting ... our very own Bill Kurelic. The Dean educates all on Fleming, Johnson and a power-packed recruiting schedule for June that could set up Ohio State for some time. 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

Who were the top-5 offensive and defensive linemen of the Urban Meyer era at Ohio State? That is the question that Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle answer on the Friday 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

If the "Blind Side" was being made today, Paris Johnson would likely get a call from the film's casting director. The Class of 2020 star and Cincinnati native recently transferred fro St. Xavier to Princeton so he can graduate early and is THE left tackle prototype: 6-foot-7, 290 pounds, great feet, great frame, great ... you get the picture. Instead of taking the Hollywood route, Johnson is currently verbally committed to Ohio State. But the Urban Meyer-to-Ryan Day transition meant Johnson's recruitment hit the reset button. So far, so good. 247Sports Director of Recruiting is jet-setting across the lower 48 but made some time for us to talk Johnson and much more after seeing him workout in person recently. We also go into detail on other offensive linemen that could be future Buckeyes as the recruiting trail gets heated. Prime targets headed elsewhere? Former targets coming back into focus? Wiltfong comes with answers - as always. 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

Who are the top-12 players on Ohio State's football roster in 2019? That is the question The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, and Dave Biddle will answer on today's show. Who is No. 1 on the list? Where does new quarterback Justin Fields rank? We will go in reverse order 12-1, and we hope that you will include your personal top-12 in the comments section. Feel free to disagree (or agree), just make sure to feel free. A lengthy, fun edition 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

Can you imagine Justin Fields handing the ball to Kendall Milton, who darts around the end courtesy of a Paris Johnson pancake block? And can you imagine it setting up some play-action love as Fields hits wide receiver Justin Fleming for six? Let your imagination run wild ... because that could become reality. All three Class of 2020 five-stars could don the Scarlet and Gray. Duane Long remains on hiatus but we bring in the Dean of Ohio State recruiting - Bill Kurelic - to offer up the latest on the 15 stars of fun those three combine for. Also: Two Ohioans earned Buckeye offers recently. Are they headed for Columbus? All of that and more is coming at you on the Tuesday 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 are back with this week's edition of The Joshua Perry Show. On today's show, the former Ohio State linebacker, national champion, captain and NFL player joins Dave Biddle to discuss the following: * The Buckeyes only have one defensive commitment in their 2020 recruiting class, exactly seven months from the early signing period in December. Is Joshua concerned? Why or why not? * Does Joshua like the early signing period? * How long does it usually take for transfers to get acclimated to their new programs? * What are thoughts on OSU's defensive tackles for the 2019 season? How good, or great, is this group? * Some former players -- like Michael Thomas -- have said that they think practices during the Urban Meyer era were more grueling than what some of them saw when they visited OSU and watched a spring practice or two this year. Thomas was somewhat joking it appears, but many fans have asked if the new coaching staff is too soft on the players. Joshua answers that question, and gives his usual unique perspective and insights. 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

It is well past the first 100 days in office for first-year Ohio State head coach Ryan Day. He has already had a lot on his table, and on today's show, Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle for a rundown of the big things Day has done so far, and how well he is doing on those fronts. This includes the quarterbacks Day has added to the roster, the job he did putting together a coaching staff, and the job he is doing on the recruiting trail. 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 is the latest on the top prospects from Ohio in the 2020 class? Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle for today's show to discuss that in great detail. And no, Bank is not worried that certain big-name recruits have not committed to OSU yet. 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've talked plenty about Ohio State's impending, historic wide receiver haul. But who will keep the safety in the box? If the Buckeyes have their way it could very well be California standout Kendall Milton. 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong recently flipped his Milton Crystal Ball to 'foggy.' Why? He explains. Also: * The latest on Cincy's Darrion Henry and Paris Johnson. Can we start using ink? * Why isn't USC in the mix for Milton? * Has Notre Dame become 'O-Line U' and how is it affecting Ohio State? Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohio State's defensive line has a "Rushmen" package when the Buckeyes deploy four D-ends at the same time. However, analyzing Ohio State's defensive line as a whole, an accurate nickname might be "The Crushmen." Why? Because this group is loaded with experience and talent, and might be the deepest D-line to come through Columbus. Which, would be saying a lot considering some of the deep defensive lines we've seen from OSU over the years. The group is especially deep at defensive tackle, where a guy like Antwuan Jackson might be the seventh-best D-tackle on the squad. Yes, a former 5-star recruit who is coming off a good spring is probably behind the likes of BB Landers, Davon Hamilton, Tommy Togiai, Jashon Cornell, Taron Vincent and Haskell Garrett in the pecking order. And that's not a knock against Jackson. It is to illustrate the incredible depth of this unit. Oh, and Larry Johnson's crew is plenty deep and talented at defensive end as well, led by All-American candidate Chase Young. The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle on today's show for a close look at the defensive line, plus: * What type of scheduling philosophy should Ohio State have for non-conference games? Play as tough a schedule as possible, or try and set up as many easy wins as possible? What is best for the fans? What is best for the program? * Will we be rooting for Tate Martell at Miami this year? * What are expectations for Justin Fields' first season as Ohio State's starting quarterback? 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

Ohio State has been fortunate to attract some great receivers in its storied history. Just last season, the Buckeyes added a 5-star from Texas in Garrett Wilson. So what about an encore? Oh, there is one coming alright. The Buckeyes already have commitments from Gee Scott and Jaxon Smith-Njigba. For some programs, two top 30 wide receivers would be cause for celebration. Here? Not so much. Crystal Balls are rolling in avalanche fashion for Julian Fleming to become a member of the Scarlet and Gray. Fleiming is the nation's No. 1 wide receiver. But ... what if there was even more wide receiver help on the way? It sounds almost like too much, right? Well, it's not and the Dean of Ohio State Recruiting - Bill Kurelic - is here to tell you why. Kurelic - filling in for an ailing Duane Long - also goes into detail on Mitchell Melton, Michael Carmody and how Michigan's basketball program just took a direct shot to the stones. 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

You wanted to hear from No. 37 on schematics, and today you are getting your wish. That's right, on today's edition of The Joshua Perry Show, the former Ohio State linebacker, national champion, captain and NFL player goes in depth on schematics. And of course he talks a lot about the defensive side of the ball and how the philosophy of Greg Mattison and Jeff Hafley will differ from that of Greg Schiano's. However, Joshua will also delve into the offensive side of the ball and explain what makes Ryan Day's offense so difficult to defend. All of that and more is 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

On today's show, Patrick Murphy and Dave Biddle take a close look at Ohio State's wide receivers entering the 2019 season. What can be expected from this group? Also on the docket: * The surprising news that John Beilein is leaving Michigan to be the head coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers. What might this mean for OSU? * Speaking of Buckeye hoops, Chris Holtmann landed his first recruit in his 2021 class: four-star power forward Kalen Etzler, who is ranked as the No. 51 overall prospect in the country, per the 247Sports Composite. 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

Which true freshmen will play more than four games for Ohio State in 2019? Wide receiver Garrett Wilson is a given. But who else? That is one of the topics as Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for today's show. Also on the docket: * What are reasonable expectations for Ryan Day's first season as the Buckeyes' head coach? * We discuss Zach Smith's arrest for a violation of a protective order. * Should Ohio State's football team take trips abroad like Michigan's team does? All of that and more 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

Why is following Ohio State recruiting so enjoyable? Today's show is a window into that experience. Best player in Pennsylvania? Bring it. Michigan's most feared offensive prospect? Come on down. Son of the most productive running back ever? There's a seat for him in Columbus. Yes, Ohio State is in the mix for several elite talents from all across these United States. You will enjoy hearing about the talent quest today with 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong, who provides the latest on a Buckeye program starting to get even hotter on the recruiting trail. 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

What is the biggest question on Ohio State's defense? Middle linebacker. At least, according to The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, who joins Dave Biddle for today's show. But Bax likely isn't alone. Almost every OSU fan would say the same thing when asked about the defense. Will the starter be Tuf Borland, Teradja Mitchell or Baron Browning? Will there be a rotation? Also on the docket: * A look at the Buckeyes' depth and projected starters on the offensive line. * Thoughts on Matthew Baldwin deciding to join TCU's program. All of that and 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

We all knew Ryan Day wouldn't be just like Urban Meyer. But is the new boss taking things to the extreme? Yes, Day is known for his offensive wizardry. But he is aware there is another side of the ball ... right? Right? Ohio State's current Class of 2020 haul has eight members - seven on offense, one on defense. And the defensive player? He's basically and Urban Meyer holdover recruit. What gives? We delve into that and other recruiting intrigue with the Dean of Ohio State Recruiting Bill Kurelic, who steps in for the otherwise disposed Duane Long. 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 is a young, inexperienced player on each side of the ball that Ohio State fans should keep a close eye on this year? That is one of the topics of conversation on The Joshua Perry Show today. Also on the docket: * What are the Buckeyes doing during this time of the year? * Why is Mickey Marotti so good at his craft? * Will Urban Meyer coach again? 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