Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast
Episodes
Expectations for James Smith, rest of Ohio State's defensive transfers
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We are only four practices into spring ball, but defensive tackle James Smith is already turning heads at Ohio State. What can we expect from the Alab...
Debuting the 'Bucknuts Big Board'
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
How does Ohio State truly value recruiting targets in the Class of 2027? In this newfangled NIL era, we know Ohio State (and college football) has ...
Arthur Smith impresses at introductory presser | Ohio State Pro Day preview
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today's show takes a look at the main takeaways from offensive coordinator Arthur Smith's introductory press conference at Ohio State on Tuesday -- an...
Jett landing in Columbus? | Meet Arthur Smith | Red carpet practice checklist
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's a big day for 'Nutters. Spring practice resumes as the Buckeyes shake off the rust from break. After practice, new offensive coordinator Arthur ...
Ready ... break! | Art Smith presser tomorrow | Madness moves on
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Spring practice resumes for Ohio State on Tuesday and the media will interview new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith for the first time following pra...
Buckeyes bounced | O-Lineman switching spots? | Can Kenyatta turn into a force?
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Well, that was quick. Ohio State lost to TCU in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday. And what were the Buckeyes doing on that final pos...
How far can OSU go in NCAA tourney? | Laurinaitis the heir apparent?
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The NCAA Tournament begins today and Ohio State is in the Big Dance for the first time in four years. In fact, the Buckeyes have the first game of the...
Bucknuts Happy Hour: What Ohio State needs to do to make NCAA Tournament run
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Patrick Murphy is back with another edition of the BHH and he delves into what will take for Ohio State to make a run in the NCAA Tournament and more....
Talking OSU football, March Madness with Timmy Hall of 97.1 The Fan
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We are happy to be joined by Timmy Hall on today's show to talk Ohio State football, March Madness and more. Timmy is the co-host of Common Man & Tim...
Recruiting heating up for Buckeyes | Mekai Brown breakdown
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Recruiting is heating up for Ohio State (wait, does it ever cool off?) and Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter are here to tell you all about it. Mark also ...
Dancing Buckeyes | O/U 9.5 wins for OSU football? | T-Bone from The Fan drops by
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State is in the NCAA men's basketball tournament for the first time in four years and we hope you have your dancing shoes ready. Also, the over/u...
Jon Rothstein reacts to & picks every game in 2026 NCAA Tournament Bracket!
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Follow Inside College Basketball Now on Apple or Spotify Jon Rothstein breaks down his bracket. To learn more about listener data and our priv...
What has stood out through first 2 days of spring ball for Buckeyes?
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Two spring practices are in the books for the Buckeyes and already much has been gleaned. On today's show, Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle will discuss w...
Bucknuts Happy Hour: Spring has sprung
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Patrick Murphy has you covered on the latest edition of the Bucknuts Happy Hour. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: ...
Spring Practice check in | Visitors roll call | Jordan rules?
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State has returned to the field. That means Bucknuts has the latest. That's how it works. Practice is early today so we needed to be earlier. O...
Chilling with the Iceman | Matt Hayes of Rothman & Ice drops by to talk about the Buckeyes
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We are happy to welcome in Matt Hayes (aka Matty Ice, aka The Iceman) to today's show to talk Ohio State football, basketball and more. Matt is the co...
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL - Spring Practice begins today | Extra Mayo?
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Spring Practice Day! It's hard to believe. It's true. Ohio State hits the practice field this morning to essentially kick off the new season. ...
Spring ball kicks off for Buckeyes tomorrow with 43 fresh faces
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Spring practice begins for Ohio State tomorrow morning (Tuesday, March 10) and between early-enrollee freshmen and transfers, there will be 43 new sch...
Thoughts on OSU's RBs | Win and in Big Dance for Buckeyes?
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Friday 5ish with Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle does a deep dive on Ohio State's 2026 running backs. What can be expected from this group? Also, Urb...
Recruit rankings update | Meet AJ Randle
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State is crafting another strong recruiting class and is among the top-ranked programs early in the 2027 cycle. Well, wouldn't ya know, 247Spo...
Spring Practice countdown | Thornton and Co. stretch run | Steve the NFL GM
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Wednesday edition of the BM5 and we threw you a little curveball. It's Steve Helwagen taking center stage and he's ready for the spotli...
Streets lead to Columbus? | Royal flush from Texas? | Combine cashed
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Has Ohio State identified a top-of-the-board defensive end? Could he be part of special package deal? Yes and yes. We talk Rashad Streets, his visit ...
Juck on Bucknuts | Patricia's defense in reload mode | UC sues Sorsby
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We are happy to welcome in Juck Miletti -- from Buckeye Huddle and 'Juck on Bucks' -- to today's BM5. Juck and Dave Biddle will converse on many Ohio ...
Sonny puts on a show | Downs now projected No. 2 overall?
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State's Sonny Styles put on an absolute show at the NFL Scouting Combine on Thursday. The 6-foot-5, 244-pound Styles recorded a vertical leap of ...
Bucknuts Happy Hour: Live from the NFL Combine
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Patrick Murphy comes at you from the NFL Scouting Combine in Indy on this edition of the BHH. To learn more about listener data and our privacy prac...
Return to IMG | Columbus Combine stars | Top six visitors
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Great players at the NFL Scouting Combine. Great prospects on the recruiting radar. Your Buckeyes are big fans of greatness and so are we! Today's ...
Spring storylines for Buckeyes | Expectations for Chris Henry Jr. as true freshman?
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Spring ball is now less than two weeks away for Ohio State and Dave Biddle and Matt Baxendell discuss some of the storylines they will be keeping clos...
Matt's back! | Sales pitch | Werewolf sighting in Virginia?
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the show, Nutters! Lots of fun to be had by all. Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter are. Two knowledgable guys that love to share. Given that ...
Edmunds is Elite | Did Buckeyes do enough at RB, OL?
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There are several topics up for discussion on today's show with Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin. Among them include: * Thoughts on Ohio State 2027 quarterb...
Friday mailbag on top-7 true freshmen for Buckeyes; Ohio State's NIL plan
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You have questions, we have answers. Dave Biddle flies solo on the Friday 5ish (JBook will be back next week) to answer questions from Bucknuts subscr...
Offseason activity update | Ohio corner grabs spotlight
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's Thursday, your favorite day of the week because Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter are back. OK, that might be a stretch but these dudes are pretty s...
Ranking the 10 most-important players on defense for OSU in 2026
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Who are the 10 most-important players on defense for Ohio State in 2026? Not necessarily the best, but the most important when it comes to the Buckeye...
Early '27 in-out vibes | Huge visit weekend shaping up
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to really shift our focus. The '26 talent acquisition phase is complete. Transfers and recruits are set. So ... now what? We are on to '27...
Spring ball on horizon for Buckeyes | Where does Presidents' Day rank among holidays?
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Spring practice kicks off three weeks from tomorrow for Ohio State. What are some of the biggest storylines were are looking forward to? Dave Biddle a...
Bucknuts Happy Hour: The top 5ish returning Buckeyes in 2026
14 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this edition of the Bucknuts Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy takes a look at the top-5 (or so) Ohio State players returning in 2026. To learn more abo...
Did Buckeyes check all necessary boxes this offseason?
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Typically, college football programs didn't know what their full rosters would look like until the beginning of summer. For example, Ohio State added ...
Streets maps package deal? | Roster additions continue
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State has secured a commitment from North Carolina linebacker Quentin Cypher. How about his running mate? Meet Rashad Streets, the other half of...
How big of a jump will Buckeyes' offense make in 2026? | New hoops coach if OSU misses Big Dance?
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State finished with the No. 26 total offense in college football in 2025. Not bad by any means. But with eight starters returning, including quar...
Ohio State's 'new' culture | Book of Eli
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We've often referred to the current state of college football as 'professional.' It's no longer a consideration ... it's a fact. Ohio State general m...
Did Buckeyes reload enough on defense this offseason?
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State had the No. 1 defense in the country in 2025, but the Buckeyes are losing eight starters off of that unit, including four players who are p...
Bucknuts Happy Hour: Patrick, Dave grade the Buckeyes' offseason, both coach, player additions
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this edition of the BHH, Patrick Murphy and Dave Biddle grade Ohio State's offseason, both in terms of coaching and player arrivals. To learn mor...
Will Ohio State's offensive line be a strength in 2026? | Buckeye-laden Super Bowl
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Day seems pleased about Ohio State's offensive line heading into the 2026 season, despite the way the previous year ended for the Buckeyes. Do we...
If we had to predict right now ... | Feister on film
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State had the No. 2 '26 talent haul when combining draft class and transfer portal additions. Not bad. But we are talking '27 now. We are forwar...
What to expect from Julian Sayin in second year as starter
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For the first time since 2022, Ohio State is returning its starter at quarterback. And it happens to be the youngest Heisman finalist in many years. J...
Ohio border defense | Final Top 247 rankings | Five-stars ready to shine
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State has commitments from five of the six Ohio offensive linemen considered the state's best by experts we cherish. The sixth - Bishop Waterson...
Day raves about portal class, 'hitting a home run' with Arthur Smith hire
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Day spoke publicly for the first time in a few weeks on his radio show Friday evening. Ohio State's head coach had several interesting things to ...
Friday takes on Art Smith, OSU's schedule, roster-building strategy
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Friday 5ish with Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle has opinions on Arthur Smith as Ohio State's offensive coordinator, the Buckeyes' tough 2026 schedul...
Ivy League addition | 'We aren't Alabama' | Noseguarded optimism
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As we transition in offseason mode, Ohio State is hard at work. We focus on the Buckeyes adding an Ivy League Ohioan from the transfer portal, wher...
OSU's toughest schedule in memory? | Why fans should still be confident | Ranking the toughest games
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State's full schedule was released on Tuesday, complete with specific dates for each game. We already knew the teams the Buckeyes would play in 2...
Ohio State's 'updated' recruiting strategy | DJ's tune: Dominance
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Recruiting in the new college football era has changed ... drastically. With NIL and the transfer portal entering mix, chaos has basically ensued. The...
Let's talk about the Arthur Smith hire
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you're in Ohio, or in many other places in our country, you are very likely snowed in. No worries. We've got you 'covered' on today's show with a d...
Portal grade for Buckeyes?
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What grade would you give Ohio State regarding the 17 players they landed in the transfer portal this month? That is one of the questions Jonah Booker...
Bucknuts Happy Hour: The biggest decisions made so far in Ohio State's offseason
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this edition of the BHH, host Patrick Murphy takes a close look at the biggest decisions made so far in Ohio State's offseason. To learn more abo...
Transfer impact ratings | Film room evidence
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dust is settling. As Monday's title game fades into memory and transfer portal activity dwindles, we have a much better sense of what's ahead. So tod...
How do we feel about Buckeyes' roster heading into 2026 season?
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Now that the dust has settled -- for the most part -- regarding the transfer portal, how do we feel about the roster Ohio State will be bringing into ...
Hoosier daddies | Sayin so? | Offensive transfers on film
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
And there you have it: Indiana is your College Football National Champion. That makes it three straight for the vaunted B1G conference. Now for the ...
Projecting the Buckeyes' two-deep | OC coming soon?
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this MLK Day version of the 5ish, Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin project Ohio State's 2026 depth chart on both sides of the ball. Also, will an offensiv...
It's been a good week for OSU | What's next?
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State has had a wonderful week, both in terms of landing players from the portal and retaining quality veteran players like Kenyatta Jackson and ...
Bucknuts Happy Hour: Breaking news (good stuff) | Looking back on predictions
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Bucknuts Happy Hour with Patrick Murphy and Dave Biddle has breaking news that is good for Ohio State. Plus they look back on what they got right ...
Here's the kicker! | Another package deal?
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's true. You can rest easy. Ohio State has a new kicker. Baylor transfer Connor Hawkins joined the fold yesterday and 'Nutters all across the world...
What we're hearing about Buckeyes' offseason
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What is the latest with Ohio State's vacancy at offensive coordinator? Is defensive coordinator Matt Patricia going to stick around? And what is the l...
PORTAL MADNESS | Quintet Monday | Targets remaining?
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Heading into the new week, concern among 'Nutters about Ohio State's transfer portal activity was palpable. But after Monday ... activity can no long...
Little a big get for Buckeyes | More portal buzz
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Should college football's transfer portal window be open during the sport's playoffs? No. But that is the crazy world we're living in. Ohio State land...
Offseason rumblings for Buckeyes
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State's season ended just nine days ago, but it has already been a wild offseason for the Buckeyes. What might be next? What do we think about wh...
Meet Devin McCuin | Portal press | Young Buckeyes in Texas
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You were sure Ohio State would add a wide receiver in the transfer portal, right? Meet the newest Buckeye - UTSA's Devin McCain. The Texas native ann...
Bucknuts Happy Hour: Latest on Ohio State football.
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Patrick Murphy has the latest on Ohio State football in this edition of the BHH. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: ...
Eighteen Men Out | Buckeyes lose Porter | New normal in CFB
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The count is now up to 18 scholarship players that have entered their name in the transfer portal from Ohio State, with former 5-star WR Quincy Porter...
Oh, Henry! | Transfer target chatter | Texas time
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, the sun came up again today. It's been almost a week since the Cotton Bowl and we are soldiering on. Today's show should help that. What's the ...
Portal gone wild | Predicting Ohio State's starters for 2026
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Transfer portal season is in full swing and it is crazier than ever. Thus far, 16 of Ohio State's scholarship players have entered their name in the p...
What changes need to be made for Buckeyes this offseason?
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Following a disappointing showing in the College Football Playoff, what changes does Ohio State need to make this offseason? Jonah Booker and Dave Bid...
What We Learned Live: Reactions following Ohio State's 24-14 loss to Miami
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Well, that did not go according to plan. Ohio State got down 14-0 early against Miami in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Cotton Bowl ...
Bucknuts Happy Hour: What challenges Miami presents | How Ohio State wins in CFP quarterfinal
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this edition of the Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy and friends get you ready for the Ohio State-Miami CFP quarterfinal with the game just a few hours a...
Game Time
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After all the talking, now it's time for some walking. Ohio State will take on Miami in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Cotton Bowl t...
Buckeyes beat 'Canes for nation's No. 1 recruit | Cotton Bowl eve
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State and Miami will face each other tomorrow night in the Cotton Bowl as part of the College Football Playoff. But your Buckeyes have already e...
Buckeyes healthy, hungry with CFP quarterfinals just two days away
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State's College Football Playoff quarterfinal against Miami at the Cotton Bowl is just two days away, and the Buckeyes enter play extremely healt...
Buckeyes gear up for CFP quarterfinals | Whittingham to Michigan?
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Ohio State-Miami quarterfinal in the College Football Playoff is merely five days away. On today's show, Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle discuss the ...
Buckeyes-Hurricanes just seven days away | Next coach at Michigan?
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It is Christmas Eve and we are just seven days away from the Ohio State-Miami clash in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals at the Cotton Bowl. ...
Cincere appreciation | Raising Canes?
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State is in full Hurricane prep mode. Batten down the hatches. We've got a little over a week to get ready. That means plenty more chatter on wh...
Buckeyes vs. Canes | Let's talk about it
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The matchup is set. It will be Ohio State vs. Miami in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Cotton Bowl on Dec. 31. On today's show, Dave ...
Staffing setup | Ohio mulligan program | Pat's playoff picks
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Where is Dave Biddle? Monaco? Dubai? The Maldives? We finish the week in his stead as Pat Murphy got up bright and early to join us. Transfer portal ...
Bucknuts Happy Hour: College Football Playoff is upon us
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tis the season for the College Football Playoff. Patrick Murphy has you covered on the Ohio State angle and more on this edition of the Happy Hour. ...
Legit Legend | Beck or Reed? | OC wish list
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Who will Ohio State meet on New Year's Eve? Just how good is Legend Bey (we have video)? Who would be Brian Hartline's ideal replacement? Just a fe...
Bax's CFP bracket | Legend-ary development
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Current events favoring the Buckeyes. Current events not favoring ... you know who. The College Football Playoff is almost here. Now you have today...
Elite prospect Cyper a Buckeye or Bulldog? | Fallout implications | Elephants in room
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Things are going pretty well for your Buckeyes these days. Sure, the B1G title tussle did not go according to plan but Ohio State is still predicted t...
Buckeyes refreshed, relaxed, ready? | Wild fall from grace | Takes potpourri
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State is focused on winning yet another national title. We all wait for the Miami-Texas A&M tussle this coming weekend to see who CFP opponent No...
New starter at right guard for Buckeyes? | Rather play Miami or Texas A&M?
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's show with Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle covers several topics, including but not limited to: * Will Ohio State have a new starter at right gua...
Bucknuts Happy Hour: Looking ahead to CFP | How to fix O-line problems
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this edition of the Bucknuts Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy looks ahead to the College Football Playoff, discusses what needs to happen with Ohio State...
'Northern Exposure' | Ohio State aims for repeat
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yikes. How about that School Up North? What. A. Debacle. Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter are here and we had plenty to chat about. Our opponent for Th...
Talking Ohio State football with Bill Rabinowitz, author of Buckeye Brotherhood
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are happy to welcome in longtime Ohio State beat writer and author Bill Rabinowitz to the show. Bill joins Dave Biddle to discuss his book that was...
'Eye In Sky' B1G title game film review | Recruiting rewind
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Well, that was an eventful week now wasn't it. Garrick Hodge is here. Mark Porter is here. We dove deep in the film room to figure out why India...
How do we feel about Ohio State's CFP draw?
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State received the No. 2 seed in the College Football Playoff and will play the winner of Texas A&M-Miami in the quarterfinals at Cotton Bowl on ...
What We Learned Live: Reactions following Ohio State's 13-10 loss to Indiana
07 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State's undefeated record came to an end in the Big Ten Championship Game on Saturday with a 13-10 loss to Indiana. We have reactions from our st...
Ohio State-Indiana predictions | Latest on Legend Bey, Chris Henry Jr.
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It is a jam-packed edition of the show with Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle today. Among the items on the agenda are predictions for tomorrow night's Big...
Bucknuts Happy Hour: Previewing Ohio State-Indiana in the B1G title game
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this edition of the Bucknuts Happy Hour, host Patrick Murphy is joined by Indiana reporters to preview Saturday's Big Ten Championship Game and mor...
What's the plan to replace Hartline?
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What is Ryan Day's plan in terms of replacing Brian Hartline at Ohio State? Will he look outside the program? Promote from within? A combination of bo...
National Signing Day kickoff confab
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's National Signing Day. Ohio State is No. 1. Life is good. Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter are here to let you know how things have gone and how the...
'The Game' film analysis | Signing Day set up
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Still. Basking. Won't stop. Can't stop. Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter are here. They really enjoyed 'The Game.' Enjoy a detailed video breakdown f...
Still basking in the glow of Buckeyes' dominant win in Ann Arbor
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State throttled Michigan 27-9 in Ann Arbor on Saturday and you know we are still basking in the glow two days later. Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin ba...
What We Learned Live: Reactions following Ohio State's dominant 27-9 win at Michigan
29 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State exacted sweet revenge on Michigan on Saturday, dominating the Wolverines to the tune of 27-9 in their own house. We have reactions from our...
It's go time | Ohio State-Michigan predictions
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are one day away from the clash in Ann Arbor and Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle are going to talk all about it on today's show. Will Ohio State end i...