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Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

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Two many QBs? | Camp visitor chronicles | Jersey sure

Can you have TWO MANY quarterbacks? NEVER! Or can you? We asked Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter that question in light of the Sayin-Keinholz tussle in Columbus? Is it only a two-man race? We dive deep and also update the recruitment of Ohio signal caller Nathan Bernhard, the Ashland High star whose quest for a Buckeyes offer is ongoing. Sure, that would be enough for some shows ... not this one. We have all the latest visitor info from the past five days and a look at defensive end Luke Wafle, the subject of the Grand Poobah's latest 'Buck-Eye In The Sky' film experience. 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

Apr 8, 202541 min

Buckeyes' QB competition closer than expected? | Other spring takeaways

Is Ohio State's quarterback competition between Julian Sayin and Lincoln Kienholz closer than we anticipated? What are some other notable takeaways from the Buckeyes' spring practices? Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin discuss that and much more on the Monday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 7, 202537 min

Bucknuts Happy Hour: True or false from Ohio State's spring practice

On this edition of the Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy takes a look at truths and fallacies from OSU's spring practice. 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

Apr 5, 202554 min

In-depth on Buckeyes' deep O-line | Second-year players on the rise

Don't look now, but Ohio State has accumulated some impressive depth on its offensive line. Alright, you can look. On today's show, Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle go in-depth on this deep offensive front, one day after the media met with OL coach Tyler Bowen and 12 of the Buckeyes' O-linemen. What can be expected from this group in 2025? Also, who are some second-year players who are standing out this spring, offensively and defensively? We name names. That and much more is coming your way on the Friday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 4, 202538 min

Favour-ed status? | Henry, Jr.: All Buckeye

Tell the truth: How confident were you when Chris Henry, Jr., verbally committed to Ohio State in late July of 2023? Were you a 'Wake me when signs' type? Henry, Jr., the former Ohioan now starring for California powerhouse Mater Dei, shut down all other suitors earlier this week and confirmed his commitment to Ohio State. Score another for WRU. Our Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter dive deep on Henry, Jr., dating back to his time on the Ohio gridiron (and hardcourt, where he was a standout hoopster) and projecting how he will fit into the Buckeyes upon arrival. Then it's get-to-know Favour Akih time. The Class of 2026 running back from Delaware (Ohio) Hayes will be back in Columbus this weekend. Akih has an announced final trio of Ohio State, Miami and USC. Commitment watch, anyone? We then discussed Ohioans headed elsewhere despite Buckeye offers and a whole lot more. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 3, 202544 min

'BIA' might be even better? | OSU's players gush about Patricia

Ohio State's secondary calls itself "BIA" (Best In America). The Buckeyes made a strong case for themselves in 2024 when they helped lead OSU to the national championship. This year's group is losing cornerback Denzel Burke , nickel Jordan Hancock and safety Lathan Ransom, who were definitely key cogs on the national title squad. However, it is not a stretch in the least to say the Buckeyes might be even better in the secondary in 2025. Also, have you noticed the way OSU's players absolutely gush about new defensive coordinator Matt Patricia? Dave Biddle flies solo on the Wednesday 5ish to discuss that 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

Apr 2, 202522 min

Southern charmed | More commitments fast approaching?

The last three times our Tuesday-Thursday trio convened for this show we had a fresh commitment to discuss. Make it four for four! And this one was the most surprising yet. Ohio State garnered a commitment on Monday from Blaine Bradford. Not only is he the nation's No. 1 Class of 2026 defensive back, according to the 247Sports Composite, the 6-foot-1, 207-pound safety is from Baton Rouge, La. Is Ohio State on its way to crafting another epic secondary haul? Does the Bradford pledge affect Mississippi safety Bralan Womack (the nation's No. 2DB who is scheduled to visit this coming weekend). We break it all down and wax poetic with Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter. 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

Apr 1, 202539 min

QB competition actually close? | Other key position battles for Buckeyes

Ohio State is in the final two weeks of spring practice and the media will meet with head coach Ryan Day after practice today around 11:30 a.m. Today's show with Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin will cover a lot of ground, and will begin by taking a close look at some of the key position battles for the Buckeyes this spring. Is this a legit competition between quarterbacks Julian Sayin and Lincoln Kienholz? Or will we be shocked if Sayin is not the guy? What about some of the OL spots? And what about the starting safety opposite Caleb Downs? The Monday 5ish delves into 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

Mar 31, 202533 min

Bucknuts Happy Hour: Top-10 storylines of spring ball so far

In this edition of the BHH, Patrick Murphy goes in-depth on the top-10 storylines coming out of Ohio State's spring practices thus far. 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

Mar 29, 20251h 3m

Spring standouts thus far for Buckeyes

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Mar 28, 202538 min

Another addition up front | Running towards more ... ?

Since we last convened, Ohio State added commitments from two offensive linemen: Ohio native Sam Greer and Arizona native Tucker Smith. This Tyler Bowen guy is really trying to impress us early on and we're here for all of it. Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter dive deep on the Greer and Smith double whammy. Where will they fit in? How does this affect the rest of Bowen's intended offensive line haul? We didn't stop there because the Buckeyes are moving full speed ahead. Just wait until you hear the expected visitors list for the rest of this week through the weekend. Is there another commitment or two coming? Will running back be the focus? 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

Mar 27, 202540 min

OSU pro day preview | Latest spring developments | Cheers for Greer

It is a huge day at the WHAC as all 32 NFL teams are expected to be heavily represented for Ohio State's pro day, which begins around 11 a.m. Bucknuts will be there covering it. Before we do that, Dave Biddle and Matt Baxendell are going to preview pro day on the Wednesday 5ish, plus talk in detail about the latest developments out of spring ball for the Buckeyes. Furthermore , OSU landed a very good OL recruit yesterday in Sam Greer. Let's talk all about it. 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

Mar 26, 202541 min

Practice visitors report | Sam he is

Your Buckeyes are back at it on the practice field prepping for their NATTY CHAMP defense tour. That means a chance for prospects to see Ohio State get after it. And the staff is getting after several key recruits that were here yesterday and even more will see them practice today. Who's been here? How do they fit in Ohio State's future (possibly)? Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter are here with the latest and we also tease Mark's latest 'Buck-Eye In The Sky' subject: Akron Hoban left tackle Sam Greer. 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

Mar 25, 202543 min

Buckeyes back at it today | Early spring storylines?

What are the main storylines with Ohio State entering its second week of spring practice? Dave Biddle flies solo today and takes a close look at interesting situations on the offense and the defense for the Buckeyes. It's also a big day on the beat as the media will interview Ryan Day, Matt Patricia and Brian Hartline following this morning's practice. That and much more is coming your way on the Monday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 24, 202534 min

Takeaways from first week of Buckeyes' spring ball

The first week of Ohio State's spring practices are almost in the book. And we have JBook on the show to talk about the biggest developments. 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

Mar 21, 202540 min

New, 'big' offers aplenty | 'Safety' plan going forward

Here's what we know: Spring Practice is a gathering of champions. National champions. Many Buckeyes are back to help defend the crown. We also know interest in becoming a Buckeye has not waned. At. All. Practice visitors have been lining up and several have received the coveted Buckeyes offer. But that's not all. Prospects already committed to Ohio State and those holding offers are also checking out Ohio State live and in person. Who better to break it all down than Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter? Nobody. Here's the good news: The Dean and Grand Poobah are here to infotain all of us. 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

Mar 20, 202536 min

Bucknuts Morning 5: Spring basking | Answering your questions

Ohio State's spring practice on Wednesday is open to the media and Bucknuts will be there in full force. Also, after practice, the media will interview the quarterbacks and running backs. Let's get it all started on the Wednesday 5ish with Dave Biddle flying solo and answering your questions. And yes, it's still less than two months since Ohio State won the national championship. Are you #StillBasking? Good, good. 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

Mar 19, 202527 min

🏀✏️NCAA Tournament preview/mega-pod spectacular: Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander pick every March Madness game and reveal their brackets!

Sign up for our Bracket Challenge Ladies and Gentlemen. We made it. The all-encompassing NCAA Tournament preview that will take you from Dayton all the way to San Antonio. Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander guide you through all 67 games and gives you an idea of the team that can win it all! 07:00 - South Region Breakdown 14:40 - Stay Or Hit Presented by Chumba Casino 19:00 - West Region Breakdown Eye on College Basketball is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our team: @EyeonCBBPodcast @GaryParrishCBS @MattNorlander @Kyle_Boone @DavidWCobb @NataTheScribe Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college basketball. You can listen to us on your smart speakers! Simply say, "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast," or "Hey, Google, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast." Email the show for any reason whatsoever: [email protected] Visit Eye on College Basketball's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeFb_xyBgOekQPZYC7Ijilw For more college hoops coverage, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ 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

Mar 18, 20251h 19m

Camp kicks off with offers | 'Blind Side' vision?

Spring Practice has kicked off. That means visit season has also begun. Four visitors were offered by Ohio State on Monday. Who was offered? Why? What positions? How does this affect the class going forward? Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter are here to break it all down. Among the other topics broached: 'Block O' numbers game, FBI operative selection and NFL futures for running backs ... and even more. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 18, 202547 min

Spring has sprung! | Buckeyes open practice today

Your Buckeyes take the field again this morning. Are you still basking in the glow of a NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP? Bring the glow into the 'new' season as Spring Practice kicks off today. That's why were are coming you brighter and earlier than usual. Our Dave Biddle needs to be there when the Buckeyes get rolling. We preview what promises to be a revealing spring as Ohio State begins its defense of the crown. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 17, 202533 min

Bucknuts Happy Hour: Examining the position battles for Ohio State this spring

On this edition of the Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy takes a look at the biggest position battles for the Buckeyes this spring. 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

Mar 14, 202557 min

Biggest questions for Buckeyes entering spring ball

What are the biggest questions facing Ohio State as the reigning national champions begin spring practice on Monday? Dave Biddle and Patrick Murphy discuss that in detail on the Friday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 14, 202534 min

Red carpet ready | California dreamin'?

Consider this weekend the calm before the storm. Especially since Ohio State's basketball team will be spectators ... but we digress. Monday begins visit season for Buckeye FOOTBALL recruiting targets as Spring Practice gets rolling in earnest for your NATIONAL CHAMPIONS. Who is going to be here? Who is on commitment watch? Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter are here to wax poetic and also provide a sneak peak at Mark's latest 'Eye In The Sky' subject. 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

Mar 13, 202546 min

Can Hicks shine at DE? | How does RB room look? | 'Vine update' for hoops squad?

We are going to bounce around a lot on the midweek show, beginning with our thoughts on C.J. Hicks permanently moving to defensive end. Also, how does Ohio State's running back room look heading into the 2025 season after losing two studs in TreVeyon Henderson and Quinshon Judkins? Also, Ohio State's men's basketball team begins play in the Big Ten Tournament today. What is the "vine update" now that Jake Diebler's first full season in almost in the books? Dave Biddle and Steve Helwagen discuss all of that, field questions from our live audience and much more. That is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 12, 202532 min

Ohio's top offensive lineman is a Buckeye | Cincere pipeline priority

The transfer portal and new recruiting schedule has us sailing uncharted waters. Ahoy! A huge commitment! Ohio's top Class of 2025 offensive lineman - Maxwell Riley - is new offensive line coach Tyler Bowen's first commitment. How did it all go down and surprise even the recruiting pundits? Who better to ask than Bill Kurelic? And who better to provide context than Mark Porter? Nobody and nobody. And we have them! All that plus video of Cincere Johnson, the next (possible) Glenville pipeline product. 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

Mar 11, 202537 min

What to expect from Patricia's defense | Buckeyes to tap into portal again?

What can be expected from Ohio State's defense in Matt Patricia's first season at the helm as defensive coordinator? The media met with Patricia -- plus Ryan Day and all of his assistant coaches -- on Friday and much information was gleaned. Speaking of Day, he answered a question from Bucknuts regarding whether OSU would look to add to its roster when the next transfer portal window opens in late April. His response was interesting. Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin discuss those topics and much more on the Monday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 10, 202543 min

Bucknuts Happy Hour: What stood out about meeting Ohio State's new coaching staff?

On this edition of the Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy is joined by Tim Hall and they discuss what stood out the most from meeting Ohio State's new assistant coaches today. 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

Mar 7, 202552 min

Big day on the Buckeye beat

It is a very big day on the Ohio State football beat as the media will interview head coach Ryan Day and all 10 of his assistant coaches. The festivities are expected to begin just after 10 a.m. and there will be plenty of interesting information gleaned. What are we looking forward to hearing most from Day and his staff? Dave Biddle and Jonah Booker delve into that and much more on the Friday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 7, 202537 min

Peachiest LB prospect since ... | Locked in on Locklyn targets

One of the best linebacker videos we've ever seen? Running backs so good you need to take a deep breath? Welcome to recruiting with the NATTY CHAMPS - your Ohio State Buckeyes. Georgia linebacker Tyler Atkinson is latest to go under the 'Buck-Eye In The Sky' microscope and the diagnosis was stark: WOW! We also dive deep on running back coach Carlos Locklyn's target list and it is rich, indeed. 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

Mar 6, 202536 min

Position battles to watch this spring for Buckeyes

Some starting spots appear set for Ohio State entering spring ball. But what starting jobs are up for grabs this month and next? Dave Biddle flies solo on the Wednesday 5ish and does a deep dive on that. 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

Mar 5, 202531 min

Hill's topper? | Recruits flocking to Columbus

Ohio State has multiple areas to focus on when it comes to rebuilding a championship roster. On the recruiting front, it's a blend of elite Ohioans and out-of-state targets of note. So today we drill down on an Ohioan - defensive back Rock Hill - and a litany of those not from the Buckeye State expected to visit soon. Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter are here to officiate. 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

Mar 4, 202538 min

How many Buckeyes will get drafted? | Who has helped themselves most at combine?

Which Ohio State products have helped themselves most at the NFL combine? And how many Buckeyes do we expect will be selected in next month's draft? Georgia set the record with 15 in 2022. Will Ohio State tie the Bulldogs? Perhaps set the record with 16 or even 17 players drafted? Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin discuss that and much more on the Monday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 3, 202545 min

LIVE from NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis

Ohio State sent 15 players the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis this week. To the victor's go the spoils ... in this case: NFL cash. Our Steve Helwagen has been there every step of the way and checks in LIVE from Lucas Oil Stadium as he's right in the mix. We discuss all the Buckeye draft chatter and so much more. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 28, 202539 min

Tyler's travel log | Ohio signal caller chatter

Floridian that tops 300 and has been to Ohio State a half-dozen times? The enormous Texan with an offer list to match? The nation's No. 1 offensive lineman? Tyler Bowen wants 'em all ... and so do WE! We are talking big-time offensive line prospects today - among other things. Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter answered a litany of excellent questions from our LIVE users to both infotain and dazzle the mind. 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

Feb 27, 202545 min

Ohio State's Indy takeover | Playoff future feels

Ohio State players have found success when traveling to Indianapolis in the past. This week could be equally impactful ... to their bottom line. Fifteen Buckeyes descend on Indy for the NFL's annual Draft Combine. Doctors will poke and prod. Buckeyes will run and jump. NFL brass will get Buckeyes of interest behind closed doors. Who is going to shine? The People's Champ - Matt Baxendell - joined today's show despite his usual partner (Dave Biddle) deciding to chase the Reds in Arizona this week. Bax helps us dive deep on the talent show for the NFL before a long, intense discussion on the future of the College Football Playoff. 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

Feb 26, 202544 min

Biggest Hiter there is? | Jersey sure

No more TreVeyon Henderson. No more Qunishon Judkins. We've grown accustomed to great running back play here and the expectations for James Peoples and West Virgina transfer C.J. Donaldson are sky-high for the title defense season coming up. But this is Ohio State. We also need a future so bright you need to wear shades. Given that, meet Savion Hiter. Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter are back to discuss Hiter, the nation's No. 1 running back and big-time Ohio State target. Let's just say our resident scout was impressed and you will be, too. That's not all. We chat about a New Jersey defensive end you want first off the bus and several key Ohio targets. Plus, we let you know where our focus lies for the week ahead. 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

Feb 25, 202542 min

'Bucknuts 90' reunion

How long have you been listening to the dulcet tones of Bucknuts' audio exploits? Those of you that have fought the good fight since the beginning were here for the 'Bucknuts 90' radio show based in Dayton. Sunday mornings haven't been the same since the show ended with host Mark Neal relocating to Minneapolis. He's back! Mark and Dan Rubin head down memory lane before diving deep on the current Buckeyes and all things Ohio State - even basketball! We aim to fill the void left by Monday mainstay Dave Biddle, who may or may not be chasing down his beloved Cincinnati Reds in Arizona as we speak. 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

Feb 24, 202547 min

How should future of CFP look? | Hoops program 'dead on the vine'

There is much debate on how the future of the College Football Playoff will and should look. On today's show, Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle give their opinions on how the CFP should be shaped moving forward, in terms of how many teams make the cut, how the seeding is determined and all the rest. We also look ahead to spring ball which is less than a month away for the Buckeyes. Also, unfortunately it appears as though Steve Helwagen was correct at this time last year when he told then-athletic director Gene Smith that OSU's basketball program was "dead on the vine." Smith didn't like the comment, but the truth hurts sometimes. The Buckeyes just suffered one of the most embarrassing losses we can remember, 70-49 at home against a bad Northwestern team. But don't worry, the vast majority of the show is about Buckeye football. That is coming your way on the Friday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 21, 202534 min

One-month NATTY CHAMPS anniversary | Trail talk | Football going AAU?

Happy Anniversary! Your Buckeyes have been NATTY CHAMPS for exactly one month. And what a glorious month it has been? Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter are here to help bask in the winning glow. We also dive DEEP on offseason football stuff like recruiting. Spirited conversation was had! 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

Feb 20, 202539 min

House money

We are still basking in the glow of Ohio State's national championship and we have no plans of slowing down. What are we looking forward to most for spring ball? How good is the Buckeyes' crop of transfers? What kind of impact will Matt Patricia make on the Silver Bullets? Dave Biddle delves into that and much more on the Wednesday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 19, 202531 min

Tyler Bowen's type? | Can you smell ...

New offensive line coach Tyler Bowen took over less than a week ago and has made his first offer. Is the offensive lineman from Ohio, California, Texas or Florida? No. Evan Goodwin is from the recruiting hotbed of Bauxite, Arkansas! Of course! We dive deep (see: VIDEO) on the new offer as we try and learn what Bowen is looking for in an offensive lineman. We then broke down the recruitment of Elbert 'Rock' Hill from Akron Hoban. Guess who also wants Ohio's top-ranked Class of 2026 prospect, according to the 247Sports Composite. 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

Feb 18, 202540 min

Will OSU look to add more from portal in spring?

The next transfer portal window is almost two months away. April 16-25 to be exact. Ohio State has already landed an impressive crop of transfers to its 2025 roster. However, might the Buckeyes look to add more in April? Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin discuss that, take a look back at the coaching changes that Ryan Day made the last couple of weeks and more on the Monday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 17, 202540 min

Bucknuts Happy Hour: Assessing Ohio State's 2025 coaching staff

On this edition of the Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy takes a close look at Ohio State's 2025 coaching staff. Did Ryan Day do well? 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

Feb 15, 202553 min

Praise for Patricia hiring?

Are we praising the hiring of Matt Patricia as Ohio State's defensive coordinator? Or do we have some pessimism? That is the main topic of discussion with Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle on the Friday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 14, 202539 min

Matt Patricia's arrival | Ohio's top OL headed elsewhere?

It is not a name we expected when Jim Knowles headed for Happy Valley. Former Detroit Lions head coach and longtime New England Patriots assistant coach Matt Patricia is Ohio State's new defensive coordinator. Patricia is a polarizing figure. What do Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter think of the hire? We dive deep. Other topics include Adam Guthrie's recent Crystal Ball activity and resetting Class of '26 priorities. 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

Feb 13, 202535 min

Bucknuts Happy Hour: Reacting to Matt Patricia being hired as Ohio State's defensive coordinator

On this edition of the Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy and Dave Biddle discuss the hiring of Matt Patricia as Ohio State's defensive coordinator, plus the promotions of Tim Walton and Matt Guerrieri. 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

Feb 12, 202545 min

Let's talk about the eight new starters on defense

Ohio State will have eight new starters on the defensive side of the ball in 2025. Who are they? What do we think about them? That is the crux of the Wednesday 5ish with Dave Biddle and Matt Baxendell. 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

Feb 12, 202538 min

Replacing Will Howard | New recruiting trail vibes?

So that Will Howard did a decent job here in Columbus, huh? He's off to the NFL. That means another Buckeye will need to take the offensive helm. We know the names: Julian Sayin, Lincoln Kienholz, Tavien St. Clair. Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter join to wax poetic on that tussle for snaps. We also dive deep on recruiting given the litany of staff changes. 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

Feb 11, 202544 min

Buckeyes headed for co-defensive coordinators? Promoting from within?

There was a lot of smoke over the last week that Kansas City Chiefs defensive line coach Joe Cullen might join Ryan Day's staff at Ohio State. However, that no longer appears to be in the cards. So, what will Day do and when will he do it? Well, there is really no rush, although we know he won't wait too much longer. Will the final plan be to promote Matt Guerrieri and Tim Walton to co-DCs? What do we think of the other coaching moves that Day has made since winning the national championship? Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin tackle that and much more on the Monday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 10, 202539 min

Will Hartline call plays? | Who will be the new DC?

It is a coordinator-themed edition of the show today as Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle discuss Brian Hartline being promoted to offensive coordinator (even though he already held that title) and what might happen with Ohio State's defensive coordinator position. Is Ryan Day -- who just agreed to a seven-year contract extension yesterday that will pay him $12.5 million per season -- waiting to hire Joe Cullen? Might there be co-defensive coordinators with Cullen and someone currently on the staff? That and much more is coming your way on the Friday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 7, 202543 min