Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

Ohio State’s staff is full-speed ahead when it comes to the Class of 2020. Ryan Day and Co. are tasked with showing they can recruit at ‘Meyer level’ without you-know-who around for the cycle. So we thought it was time to take it from the top. Where does Ohio State stand with its top uncommitted targets? We brought it 247Sports Director of Recruiting to answer just that on the following top prospects: * Bryan Breese * Julian Fleming * Sa’vell Smalls * Arik Gilbert * Kelee Ringo * Mekhail Sherman * Kendall Milton * Rakim Jarrett * Darnell Washington * Justin Rogers * Johnny Wilson * Bijan Robinson * Antoine Sampah * Fred Davis II * Jordan Johnson * Clark Phillips III * Darrion Henry Sit back and soak up the knowledge as you 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

Spring practice begins this morning for Ohio State, and the first hour is open to the media. What will we be looking for the most during the first spring ball of the Ryan Day era? What are the biggest storylines for the Buckeyes? Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to talk about all of that and much more on a jam-packed edition of 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

Who made money? Who still needs to sell themselves a bit? Duane Long is here to break down all things Buckeyes from the NFL Scouting Combine. Did Nick Bosa pass the doctors' test? Dwayne Haskins is not fast. Kendall Sheffield saw a Brinks truck drive away. The truck may be headed for Mike Weber’s house. But the truck can’t catch Parris Campbell. We put a bow on Ohio State’s trip to the annual talent show and ponder which Buckeyes will be Indy bound a year from now. Spend 5ish with us today, Bucknutters! 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 begins spring football practice this week and Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle on today's show to talk all about it. Also, Helwagen was in Indianapolis for the NFL combine the last several days. What stood out the most? Which OSU players helped themselves the most? Who had a bad week? 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

What will Ohio State's starting offensive line look like in 2019? Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit to discuss that, plus: * JBook gives his thoughts on how the former Buckeye players are measuring in at the NFL Combine. * Will Dwayne Haskins be taken higher than Kyler Murray, or no? How high will they go in the draft? * In what round will some of the other former OSU players be selected? * Ohio State's men's basketball team is an underdog at Purdue tomorrow. Can the Buckeyes upset the Boilermakers for the second straight year in West Lafayette? 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

This podcast at times tries to help you get to know prospects Ohio State has on its 'Most Wanted List.' These two names are written in ink: Turner Corchran and Nathan Ransom. Both Class of 2020 standout sit high on the Buckeyes recruiting board for the class. Both are interested in the Buckeyes. Both will be a challenge to add to the class. Where does Ohio State stand as of now? 247Sports Director Steve Wiltfong is here with knowledge and he's willing to share. Spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is an action-packed show as The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle to discuss the following: * Ohio State's men's basketball game with a crucial 90-70 victory over Iowa Tuesday night in Columbus, which will be remembered as the coming-out-party for Justin Ahrens. The freshman sharp-shooter exploded for 29 points for the Buckeyes. He had scored just 38 all season entering play. * By every metric available, the Buckeyes (18-10, 8-9 Big Ten) are projected to make the NCAA Tournament. * On the football front, what will Jonah Jackson's role be? Will the Rutgers transfer definitely start at guard, or might he compete with Josh Myers for the starting center spot? He will be a starter at one position or the other, but which will it be? * Even after landing Jackson, Ohio State might not be done on the offensive lineman grad transfer market. Parker Braun from Georgia Tech is interested in OSU, and his father told our Bill Kurelic that Braun will visit Ohio State in March. And if he picks Ohio State, the plan might be to redshirt in 2019 and then play as a fifth-year senior in 2020. What a unique situation, and we talk all about it. * Ohio State redshirt freshman offensive tackle Nicholas Petit-Frere has already gained 16 pounds since enrolling (272 to 288). Can he add another 16 pounds or so before the season starts without losing his agility? * The Buckeyes are now two over the scholarship limit. Who could be on "transfer watch" for OSU this spring? 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

The haters were certain Ohio State's ability to attract talent would wane with Urban Meyer's exit. But you know haters. They're not reliable. Too emotional. What is reliable? Ohio State's ability to attract talent. Still. Despite similar overtures from Oklahoma and Texas, coveted Rutgers transfer offensive lineman Jonah Jackson chose Ohio State yesterday. It's a huge addition to an offensive line in need of quality depth. Jackson is expected to be a plug-and-play starter. What will the front five look like come August 31 when Florida Atlantic comes to town? Who better to opine than our very own Duane Long, who knows a thing or two about the big dudes. We go into depth on Jackson's transfer to Ohio State, preview the NFL Combine starting tomorrow at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis and more! 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

The days are getting longer, the weather is warming up (OK, well maybe not that) and spring ball is just around the corner for Ohio State. In fact, the Buckeyes kick off spring ball exactly one week from today, which is March 4 on your calendars. What are the biggest items of interest for the Buckeyes and head coach Ryan Day this spring? Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to discuss 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

We have a real treat for you today on the Bucknuts DraftCast. NFL Draft guru extraordinaire Dane Brugler joins us to preview NFL Scouting Combine, which kicks off Tuesday in Indianapolis. We have a detailed breakdown of all 10 Buckeyes invited to the league’s biggest offseason talent show. Dane offers expert insight on: *Nick Bosa*Parris Campbell*Johnnie Dixon*Dwayne Haskins*Dre’Mont Jones*Mike Jordan*Terry McLaurin*Isaiah Prince*Kendall Sheffield*Mike Weber What are the strengths? Weaknesses? NFL scouting vibes heading in? Sit back and enjoy, ‘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

Running back Darvon Hubbard decommitted from Ohio State on Thursday -- largely because the Buckeyes had cooled on him. Ohio State still wants to sign two running backs in its 2020 recruiting class. Who might those RBs be? Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit, and JBook has plenty of suggestions and insights. Also, spring practice begins for OSU a week from Monday. Yes, March 4 is when spring ball kicks off. What will JBook be looking for the most on each side of the ball? 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

The idea Ohio State recruiting fell off last season is a bit of myth. The Buckeyes finished the 2019 cycle with the nation's No. 14 class. But there's a hook. Recruiting classes gain favor for quantity. Ohio State only took 17 prospects in the class - the fewest among the top 27-ranked programs. But the the Buckeyes' average ranking per recruit was good for No. 3 nationally behind Alabama and Georgia. Still, there was angst about 'No. 14.' That angst is basically gone with the ushering in of the Class of 2020 cycle. This from 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong on the effort: 'In 2020, the Buckeyes should be back where everyone is used to seeing them in the 247Sports Composite Rankings, competing for the nation’s No. 1 class. OSU is currently No. 5, led by two of the country’s best offensive linemen in top-ranked offensive tackle Paris Johnson Jr. and top-ranked center Luke Wypler. Quarterback commit Jack Miller was one of the more coveted signal-callers in this class and he has two talented wide outs to go to work with in Top247 recruit Gee Scott Jr. and one of the Lone Star State’s best in Jaxon Smith-Njigba who had 1,819 yards receiving and 20 touchdowns including 267 and three in a state playoff game against national powerhouse Allen.' So who better to join us today for extended recruiting chatter? Yep, Steve is here with wisdom. 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 has three proven quality playcallers on the offensive side of the ball. They include head coach Ryan Day, offensive coordinator Kevin Wilson, and first-year passing game coordinator/quarterbacks coach Mike Yurcich. Who will be the primary playcaller out of that group? Yes, it will be a collaborative effort, but who will be making most of the calls? 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

The Crystal Balls are rolling towards Columbus and the prospects are impressive. Elite wide receivers, sun-shielding offensive linemen, dual-threat defensive backs ... and more. Who are they? How good are they? What would their commitments mean to Ohio State's program? Why are the Buckeyes getting Crystal Ball love? Duane Long is here to spread wisdom and discuss Crystal Ball turns for: * Marcus Rosemy * Reece Atteberry * Julian Fleming * Darrion Henry * Lathan Ransom And we discuss even more, including the No. 1 player in the Class of 2020. 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 is knee deep in the graduate transfer market for offensive linemen. Jonah Jackson took his official visit to Oklahoma over the weekend, and word is the Sooners might lead for his services. The Buckeyes are also in on R.J. Proctor and Parker Braun, but Jackson is the one they really want. Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus: * What are thoughts on the Buckeyes' 2019 offensive line? * What should fans expect from Ohio State's 2019 defense? Could it be really good? Bank sure thinks so. All of that and more on the President's Day 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

Who are second-year players that could rise up for Ohio State's football team this fall? Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus: * Ohio State is going hard after grad transfer offensive linemen. And we like it. * What are expectations for true freshman RB Marcus Crowley? * It was a really bad loss for Ohio State's basketball team last night at home against Illinois. (We don't spend much time talking about that, though.) 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

Much has been made of Ryan Day and Co. possibly shifting their recruiting philosophy. Know this: Elite players still top the charts. Ohio State is locked in serious recruiting battles for some of the nation's best and we start with a check in on several outside the Buckeye State. The Dean of Ohio State Recruiting - THE Bill Kurelic - is here to spread wisdom. We talk about Brian Breese, Fred Davis and the St. John's trio before a look at which in-state targets are making news. 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

A honeymoon period? Not at Ohio State. All right, perhaps right now is the honeymoon period for new head coach Ryan Day. The time of the year when the Buckeyes won't be playing real games. But when the 2019 season arrives, expectations will be extremely high. Especially for a team that is already being picked as a top-5 squad by nearly everyone in the country. The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus: * Will defense actually be a strength for OSU this fall? * How concerned are we about the offensive line? Or are we not that concerned? 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

Admit it ... you were a little but apprehensive. Even the staunchest Ryan Day supporters couldn't have known for sure what they were getting. And Day needed to hit the ground running. Taking over for a legend in a 365-day gig doesn't allow a lot of time for celebrating the now added cashflow, etc. But so far, so good. Like ... real good. Should be surprised? Duane Long is here to talk Ryan Day, quarterback recruiting, offensive linemen we need and a whole lot more. 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

Joshua Perry is back with the second episode of his podcast, and this time he gets knee deep into discussion about what really goes on at Ohio State's offseason conditioning program. That plus much more on the JP 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

NCAA, you don't have to put on a red light. And they didn't. They greenlighted Justin Fields' appeal to be eligible immediately at Ohio State in 2019. What should fans expect from the quarterback as a sophomore this fall? Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus: * What is our take on him being granted immediate eligibility? A lot of people outside of OSU’s program seem have a problem with it. If this happened at Penn State, would we be bashing it? Or is this simply the new normal? * Which of Ryan Day’s new staff members that we got to meet last Wednesday impressed Helwagen the most? * On the hardwood, Ohio State topped Indiana 55-52 in Bloomington on Sunday. It was a huge win for the Buckeyes, and they now sit at 6-6 in the Big Ten, and 16-7 overall. Where do they now sit as far as their NCAA Tournament chances? We close the show with that discussion. 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

Buckeye Nation is still awaiting word whether quarterback Justin Fields will be eligible immediately in 2019. If he is, Jonah Booker believes Ohio State will be on the short list of national championship candidates. JBook joins Dave Biddle for his usual visit to discuss Fields, plus: * Thoughts on Ryan Day's coaching staff at OSU, specifically Jeff Hafley and Mike Yurcich. * What should Buckeye fans expect from 5-star wide receiver Garrett Wilson as a true freshman? * What about 5-star true frosh DE Zach Harrison? * Ohio State's men's basketball team escaping with a 74-70 win at the Schott against Penn State last night, to move to 15-7 (5-6 Big Ten) on the season. This means the Buckeyes are still projected to make the NCAA Tournament, believe it or not. 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

It's the day after National Signing Day. Who better to join us than 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong to put things in perspective? Nobody. So Steve is here. What did he think of Ohio State's Class of 2019 haul? Is it really the third-best class in the Big Ten? We break it all down and Steve gives you the real deal. Also: * How did Day and Co. hook a Hawaiian so late in the process? * Dawand Jones: Boom or bust? * Look ahead: Where to focus for 2020? * Is Jack Sawyer actually a superhero? 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's the offseason for Ryan Day and Co. and there is no rest for the weary. This time is about talent acquisition. Getting a commitment from the best high school football player in the state of Ohio ... is that something that would interest you? The Buckeyes may have gotten that in Jack Sawyer - and he's only a high school sophomore. Too young, you say? Talk about the now? OK, how about a redshirt junior transfer from a Big Ten foe ready to step in start right away in Columbus? If that doesn't strike your fancy, how about an offensive line import from Atlanta? And if it all 'works out' ... what will Ohio State's starting offensive line look like in '19? Given the above subject matter, you know we had to bring in Duane Long to offer wisdom. 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 can warm a Buckeye's heart on a freezing holiday weekend? Yep, a commitment from one of Ohio's best offensive lineman that's what. And you know it heated up Duane Long. Duane is here to talk Jakob James and Ohio State's clear focus on bolstering the offensive line in the Class of 2020. So far, the Buckeyes have seven commitments ... all on offense. We also break down the latest in the recruitment of Dewand Jones, the enormous Class of 2019 offensive lineman. Don't close the book on that class just yet. Also: One currently unheralded Buckeye on offense and one on defense that Duane thinks needs to play a big role next season for Ohio State to thrive. We also have a 247Sports announcement on the impending release of the official Class of 2019 5-stars. Hint: It's coming real soon. Spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was not as big of a recruiting weekend as initially anticipated for Ohio State due to the weather, but it was still rather large. Both literally and figuratively. Offensive line prospects Doug Nester and Dawand Jones were at OSU for official visits over the weekend. How did they go? Will both of them sign with Ohio State exactly two weeks and two days from now when the now "late" signing period commences (Feb. 6)? As for the team itself, will new linebackers coach Al Washington make any personnel changes as far as the Buckeyes' starting LBs? Or will the three returning starters once again be starters this fall? What's the latest on Keandre Jones? He's in the transfer portal, but might he end up returning to OSU for his senior year? Is quarterback depth a concern for Ohio State this year? Or is too much made of that? And what is up with the Buckeyes' basketball team, who have lost four straight games? Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle on the MLK Day edition of the show to discuss all of that and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohio State is losing five players early to the NFL Draft. (Six including Nick Bosa.) But for OSU standards, that's not too bad. Especially when guys who many expected would turn pro -- such as wide receiver K.J. Hill and safety Jordan Fuller -- decided to return. Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for JBook's usual Friday visit to discuss that, plus: * What are thoughts on the Buckeyes' offensive line heading into the 2019 season? * What about the corps of running backs? * On the recruiting front, will Ryan Day and his staff seal the deal with Doug Nester, and land Dawand Jones? All of that and more on the end-of-week 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 frigid conditions in Columbus have not slowed the Ryan Day Train. It's full speed ahead. That's why we had to bring in 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong to spread wisdom on the following topics: * Will Indy prospect Dawand Jones be in Columbus this weekend? Why is USC the chief competitor for his commitment? * Penn State is making a run at Doug Nester. Can the Nits flip the West Virginia native? Why is he still looking around? * Expert insight on Tate Martell's transfer. Why he did it, why he chose Miami and what the expectations for the lightning rod personality going forward? 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

There has been a lot of talk lately about the comings and goings in regard to Ohio State's football teams. Including both coaches and players. Now that the dust has settled to a large degree, what are expectations for the 2019 Buckeyes? Just how good will they be? What do we feel really good about when we analyze this roster? What are possible concerns? What grade would we give Ryan Day on the assistant coaching staff he put together? The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle for his usual Wednesday visit to discuss 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

There are comings and there are goings. It's the college football offseason and upheaval is the norm. Tathan Martell? Out. Greg Studrawa? In. Kendall Sheffield? Out. Justin Fields? In ... we think. Damon Arnette? In. You get the picture. How do we feel about the aforementioned maneuvers? We brought in Duane Long for his usual Tuesday appearance to offer some perspective on the "new-look" Buckeyes going forward. 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 on the offensive line recruiting front, so who better to speak with than the Dean of Ohio State Football Recruiting, Bill Kurelic? The Dean joins Dave Biddle for today's show to give the inside scoop on: * Doug Nester. * Dawand Jones. * Paris Johnson. * Greg Studrawa. All of that and more 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

Tate Martell was adamant that he would stay at Ohio State and compete for the starting quarterback job, even if Justin Fields ended up transferring to OSU. Well, Fields did end up transferring to OSU, and now it's Martell who could be on the way out. It came to light on Thursday that Martell is in the NCAA's transfer portal. Does this mean Ohio State head coach Ryan Day had a heart-to-heart with Martell (read: told Martell that Fields was going to be the starter), which led to Martell changing his mind? Also, what can be expected of Fields in 2019 if he in fact the Buckeyes' starting QB? On the coaching front, is it a surprise that Marcus Freeman turned down Day's offer to be Ohio State's linebackers coach? Jonah Booker drops by for his usual Friday visit for all of that and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

National coming out parties for future Buckeyes. Raiding your rival like it's personal (uhhh ... it is). Taking over and putting your stamp on a national brand before you turn 40. All is taking place in Columbus these days and it's been hard to keep up. But it's been fun. To put it all in perspective, what better time for 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong to make his weekly appearance on the 5ish? Enjoy, 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The good news keeps rolling in for Ohio State. On the same day that the Buckeyes poached linebackers coach Al Washington away from rival Michigan, wide receiver K.J. Hill announced he is returning for his fifth-year senior season in 2019. Ryan Day now has one spot still to fill on his coaching staff. What type of coach is he looking for? Could it be someone who can handle a variety of roles? Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to discuss 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

If you thought new Ohio State head football coach Ryan Day believe in the status quo, you were mistaken. Just days into his official tenure, Day has shaken up the Buckeyes staff in a major way. Greg Schiano, Bill Davis and Alex Grinch are gone. Greg Mattison, Mike Yurcich and Jeff Hafley are in. And we expect more exits and new arrivals soon. Oh, and Ohio State added arguably the most talented QB of the last decade. Oh, and Ohio State finished No. 3 in the final AP poll released this a.m. So, yeah, this show is not 5ish at all. Sit back and enjoy the dulcet tones of Duane Long ... To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is a jam-packed edition of the Monday 5ish as Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle to discuss the following: * How will Ohio State head coach Ryan Day fill out his assistant coaching staff? Who is staying? Who is going? Who is jumping aboard? * What is the latest on the recruiting front for the Buckeyes? Is Doug Nester in or out? Who else might OSU add to its 2019 recruiting class next month? * What impact will Justin Fields have at Ohio State in 2019? What will happen with Tate Martell? 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

We have reached the silly season of college football where rumors are rampant. The good news for Ohio State is a lot of the rumors tied to the Buckeyes are good ones -- and have a lot of validity from what we've been told. On this extended version of the show, Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle to discuss: * What will happen with Ohio State's assistant coaches? * What will happen with Justin Fields and Tate Martell? All of that and much more on this 20-plus-minute version 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

247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is always here on Thursdays ... even if he is on assignment. Today is no different and Wiltfong checks in from San Antonio, Tex., site of the All-American Bowl. It just so happens some vital future Buckeyes are there displaying their wares and Wiltfong joins to let us know just how they are faring. Complete breakdowns of: * Harry Miller * Zach Harrison * Doug Nester * Garrett Wilson * Steele Chambers Also: Has there been any chatter about Justin Fields-to-Ohio State at the gathering? Yep, there has been and we have it for you. 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

LOS ANGELES -- On this edition of the Bucknuts Morning 5, Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to recap Ohio State's win over Washington in the Rose Bowl, and look ahead to the 2019 season with Ryan Day taking the helm as head 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

What is the latest on the Ohio State Buckeyes with their matchup against Washington just one day away? For this special New Year's Eve edition of the Morning 5, Heath Schneider (aka Heater) and Patrick Murphy join Dave Biddle to discuss all things Rose Bowl, plus Tate Martell, Justin Fields and much more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What is the latest on Ohio State as the Buckeyes prepare for the Rose Bowl against Washington. In this special edition (read: late because we're on west coast time) Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle to discuss: * The injury to OSU left tackle Thayer Munford. * The future status of both Greg Schiano and Greg Studrawa on the Buckeyes' coaching staff. * What is the latest we're hearing on the Justin Fields front? 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

The holiday glow is still shining here on the BM5! Ohio State is in Cali getting ready for a Rose Bowl date with Washington. Does that mean recruiting has come to a halt? Of course not. At Ohio State, recruiting NEVER comes to a halt. So we are once again fortunate that 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong joined us. * The Buckeyes got a Christmas gift from the Pacific Northwest. What will the present be like in Columbus? * Indianapolis native Wiltfong on the recruitment of Indianapolis native Dawand Jones. * Could 2020 receivers haul be one for the ages? * Ohio State vs. Washington: Who wins the Rose Bowl? Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was a Merry Christmas for Ohio State as the Buckeyes landed 2020 four-star wide receiver Gee Scott from the state of Washington on Tuesday. What does this say about the recruiting of Ryan Day and Brian Hartline? The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle for today's show to discuss that, plus: * What will happen with OSU's defensive coaching staff following the Rose Bowl? Will Greg Schiano return as defensive coordinator? Or will Day perhaps promote Alex Grinch to defensive coordinator, and bring in someone like Marcus Freeman as co-DC? * What are thoughts on the matchup with Washington in the Rose Bowl, which is just six days away? 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

Will Justin Fields transfer to Ohio State following the bowl season? According to Bill "Bank" Greene, the chances of Fields playing for the Buckeyes in 2019 is excellent. Bank joins Dave Biddle on today's show to discuss all things Fields, plus: * Has Ryan Day smoothed things over with 5-star 2020 recruit Paris Johnson? * How many recruits will the Buckeyes add in their 2019 class in February? Will Doug Nester sign with OSU? * Will Ohio State junior center Michael Jordan stay for his senior season, or turn pro? * What are insights on OSU's matchup with Washington in the Rose Bowl? All of that and more on this Christmas Eve edition of the BM5. 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 Justin Fields-to-Ohio State rumors? Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for an action-packed edition of the show to discuss that, plus: * What type of quarterback would the Buckeyes be getting in Fields if he does transfer to OSU? * What are people nationwide saying about Ryan Day and his ability to coach up QBs? * Ohio State's 2019 recruiting class is high on quality and low on quantity. The Buckeyes are ranked No. 12 in the 247Sports Composite team recruiting rankings. What is JBook's take on this class thus far? * The Buckeyes are still favored by 7 points over Washington in the Rose Bowl. It seems like not many people are talking about that game itself. So, we do a least a little bit of that on today's show. * Ohio State's men's basketball team takes on UCLA in Chicago on Saturday at 3 p.m. ET. Chris Holtmann's squad is ranked No. 15 in the country (despite being picked 10th in the Big Ten in the preseason) and would move to 11-1 with a win over the Bruins (7-4). All of that and more 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

Smell that? It's not smoke, relax. Nothing is on fire. Everyone is safe. You may have heard Ohio State is reeling since the beginning of the Early Signing Period. You heard wrong. Given the way this year has gone, maybe we shouldn't be surprised. But we needed some truth. So we brought in 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong to let you know how Ohio State fared yesterday. All of that and more as we review Commitmas ... 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 good friend Bill King of The Bill King Show on Nashville Sports Radio has dubbed the early signing period -- which kicked off today -- "Commitmas." We like that term, and thus far Ohio State is receiving many nice presents. And more good news is expected later in the day when Zach Harrison makes his announcment. The Dean of Ohio State Football Recruiting, Bill Kurelic (who else, right?) joins Dave Biddle on today's show to discuss all things early signing day from the Buckeyes' perspective. Who has already signed with OSU this morning? In addition to Harrison, which recruits are we keeping a close eye on the rest of the way today? Which recruits could sign with Ohio State in February? What are we hearing on the Justin Fields front? Might the Georgia quarterback transfer to Ohio State? Or did those rumors get a bit out of control on Monday and Tuesday of this week? All of that and more as we take a break from celebrating Festivus to celebrate Commitmas. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's the eve of the Early Signing Period. Ohio State remains in the mix for several elite prospects, including a certain local. It's the 'eve' of the college transfer season. Ohio State is apparently in the mix for a certain elite quarterback ... possibly. So we have plenty to discuss and just the person to discuss it with: Duane Long. We talk Justin Fields, Zach Harrison, Nick Broeker, Jaden McKenzie, Doug Nester, breeding boxer puppies and much more. 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

Mike Weber will turn pro after this season, which is not a surprise, but does lead to a question: Is running back depth going to be a problem for the Buckeyes in 2019. Obviously, J.K. Dobbins will return, but behind him, there could be some concerns. With the early signing period kicking off this Wednesday, we also talk a lot about recruiting on today's show: * What is the latest with Doug Nester and Paris Johnson? * Which recruits who are not committed to OSU might sign with the Buckeyes on Wednesday when the early signing period begins? * What will happen with Zach Harrison? * Which 2019 recruits that are committed to OSU (in addition to Nester) might not sign with OSU in the end? Alex Gleitman joins Dave Biddle for the Monday extravaganza to discuss all of that and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If Greg Schiano does depart as Ohio State's defensive coordinator, and Alex Grinch is promoted to defensive coordinator, might Marcus Freeman make a homecoming to OSU? Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for today's show to discuss that, plus: * The refreshing honesty from Dre’Mont Jones (and the refreshing fact that he's going to play in the Rose Bowl). * Will Jordan Fuller return in 2019, or will he turn pro? * What is the latest on the recruiting front as far as Zach Harrison, Jordan Battle, Harry Miller and Doug Nester are concerned? 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