Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast
Episodes
Kurelic, Porter take center stage | Curtis update | Glenville Pipeline?
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our very own Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter join as we send Steve Wiltfong upstairs into management. We were live. We tackled many topics - Tackett ...
What We Learned from Buckeyes' first day of spring ball
09 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Spring football began on Tuesday for Ohio State and there was a cavalcade of information gleaned. Mitchell Melton has moved from linebacker to defen...
Happy Spring Practice Kickoff Day
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Spring Practice kicks off today. That means real football ... kind of. That means elite visitors ... not kind of. Our staff is on campus ready to re...
Spring football kicks off for Buckeyes tomorrow | Hoops squad in free fall at worst time
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Spring football begins tomorrow for Ohio State and a portion of practice is open to the media. We will also interview head coach Ryan Day, offensive ...
UM loss fueling Buckeyes' offseason | Day follows gut with defense | Olave is fast | L for the Izzo
04 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It is a jam-packed Friday version of the show as Jonah Booker drops by for his usual end-of-week visit. Most of the show is dedicated to Ohio State fo...
End of The Wiltfong Era
03 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's the end of an era. Today marks 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong's final BM5 appearance. He's being kicked upstairs to management. ...
State of the Ohio State Basketball Program Address
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There's bad losses. And then there is ... whatever the hell happened to Ohio State's basketball team last night. The Buckeyes -- who were 15-point fav...
Duane answers the 'Nutters
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You had questions for Duane Long. Plenty of them. He did his best to tackle them. The result? A podcast that is sure to entertain and inspire. Or just...
Madness set to begin | Spring ball questions for Buckeyes | B1G to break bank with TV contracts
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State's men's basketball team looked bad in a loss at Maryland yesterday, but the Buckeyes are still a lock to make the NCAA Tournament and will ...
JBook on Schottenstein & Cardale's NIL foundation, what it means for Buckeyes
25 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It is almost official. Brian Schottenstein and Cardale Jones will be operating an NIL group called "The Foundation" which will assist OSU athletes i...
Video helped the podcast star
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The only constant is change. And if you are listening to our show directly from our site, or from Apple Podcasts, or Spotify -- or any other audio-onl...
Athens, no ... Columbus, yes? | TackettNuts? | QB outlook going forward
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can Ohio State go into Georgia and get a coveted defensive back? Can Ohio State go into Louisiana and get a coveted linebacker? What is the outlook on...
'They must be prioritized' | Don't mess with The Game
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Duane Long is here and has identified two Ohioans that need to be Buckeyes. Shocker: Each is an offensive lineman. So yeah, Duane is geeked. We get to...
Questions that must be answered
18 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You asked. We answered. Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for the Friday as we take questions from our subscribers. Among the topics on the agenda: ** Ho...
Ohio's No. 1 prospect commits today | Louisiana love | NIL wins and losses
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today is a biggie for Ohio State on the recruiting trail. The Buckeye State's top Class of 2023 prospect will make his college plan known. Findlay's L...
Special pod: Reactions from Gene Smith's intriguing press conference
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What stood out the most from Ohio State athletic director Gene Smith's press conference on Wednesday? Dave Biddle and Patrick Murphy break it down. ...
Should NIL be regulated? How?
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The media will meet with Ohio State athletic director Gene Smith today at 11:30 a.m. There are a number of things Bucknuts is curious to ask Smith, bu...
Duane on LB prospect: 'My lord' | Targeting defensive tackle, safety
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is what Ohio State fans pined for. New defensive coordinator Jim Knowles brings hope the Buckeyes can return to defensive dominance. Several ye...
Buckeyes 6 over scholarship limit | What happens from here?
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Spring ball is just around the corner and Ohio State is currently six over the limit of 85 scholarships. That obviously means some guys will be on the...
Who will be Buckeyes' starting safeties, linebackers?
11 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Who will be Ohio State's three starting safeties in defensive coordinator Jim Knowles' scheme? What about the two starting linebackers? Jonah Booker ...
Feb. 10: Kurelic and Porter on the Ohio State recruiting trail
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It is again time to go on the Ohio State recruiting trail with Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter. Kurelic and Porter were on the road every weekend duri...
Wake up, Louisiana | Tate, Montgomery, Michigan, Super Bowl
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can Jim Knowles do what no other Ohio State defensive boss has done? Can he go into Louisiana and secure an elite prospect? We know this: If the Bucke...
Realistic expectations for Knowles' defense in year one? (Plus answers to more of your questions)
09 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Occasionally we solicit questions for the Bucknuts Morning Five via The Front Row message board. Today is one of those days. What are expectations for...
Montgomery in ... but where? | Northern exposed | Joe Cool?
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Luke Montgomery is from Findlay, Ohio. Findlay High is actually three miles closer to the college in Ann Arbor than The Ohio State University in Co...
What can be expected from Buckeyes' two transfers: McCalister, Trayanum?
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We have talked a lot about Ohio State's new assistant coaches and also the 2022 recruiting class. But what about the two players who transferred to OS...
JBook on Buckeyes' new arrivals | Hot Stover League | 'Crawling back to Michigan with tail between his legs'
04 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It is a jam-packed Friday version of the show as Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for the festivities. Among the items on the agenda include: * What doe...
Legit Lebbeus love | Where's Wiltfong?: National Signing Day superlatives
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State signed and then introduced several Class of 2022 commitments yesterday. But was it complete? Despite hectic travel conditions, 247Sports ...
'Avalanche of good news'
02 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It is late signing day, the media met with Ohio State's new assistant coaches on Monday, and today we will interview the 11 early-enrollee freshmen, p...
Super ... or not? | Signing Day's eve | Tight end talk
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We are less than 24 hours from National Signing Day and you've come to the right place. 247Sports has all the bells and whistles planned for tomorrow...
It's time to meet Ohio State's new assistant coaches | Buckeye-heavy Bengals Super Bowl bound
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State will have football media availability for the first time since the Rose Bowl late this afternoon and we are quite excited about it. We are ...
Kurelic and Porter on the Ohio State recruiting trail
30 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It is again time to go on the Ohio State recruiting trail with Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter. Kurelic and Porter were on the road every weekend duri...
Should Big Ten eliminate divisions?
28 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Big Ten is considering removing divisions. Would this be a good idea? Jonah Booker thinks so. JBook joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit t...
Brown vs. Allar | Eyeing the Irish
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
247Sports released the final rankings for the Class of 2022 and you've seen all the pomp and circumstance. For Ohio State, will it come down to quarte...
Buckeyes' schedule toughest in years? | Any surprises on signing day?
26 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State has quite the interesting schedule in 2022. In fact, it might be one of the toughest slates in recent memory for the Buckeyes. Dave Biddle ...
Ohioans in focus: 'We have to get them'
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What's ours is ours ... at least in recruiting. Ohioans capable of suiting up for the Scarlet and Gray need to do so. Case in point: Lakota West's Mal...
Buckeyes land Smith Jr. | Which true frosh will make biggest impact? | Burrow-Haskins debate resurfaces
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We have a jam-packed agenda on today's show as Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle. Ohio State picked up a commitment from 2023 defensive lineman Will S...
Buckeyes' 2022 class underrated? | 'Natural-born head-buster | Does JBook want Harbaugh to coach Raiders?
21 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There is much to discuss on today's show as Jonah Booker drops by for his usual Friday visit. Is Ohio State's 2022 recruiting class -- which is ranked...
Get educated on Class of '23 recruiting plan
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State has released a new coaching staff onto the recruiting trail. There are holes to fill ... we know this. Who are the Buckeyes focused on in t...
Buckeyes are 'finally doing what Bama has been doing'
19 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State made a bit of an under-the-radar move on Tuesday when they hired Matt Guerrieri as senior defensive advisor and analyst. And in our opini...
Jones sets front five | Duane on staff upheaval | Legacy love?
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You can definitely call it a large announcement. Offensive lineman Dawand Jones announced yesterday he will be returning to Ohio State. That means t...
The Dean answers your questions on Buckeye recruiting
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You asked and he's here to answer. The Dean of Ohio State Football Recruiting, Bill Kurelic, answers your questions from The Front Row message board o...
'Ryan Day took a blowtorch to that side of the ball'
14 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State head coach Ryan Day is not messing around this offseason. The Buckeyes had the No. 52 total defense in the country in 2021, and Day has o...
Wiltfong on this morning's coaching hire | Indiana native Frye returns to Midwest
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State added a coach this morning from nearby Cincinnati. Perry Eliano is the new safeties coach. What's Eliano's reputation? How is he on the rec...
Frye Festival | Bax eats crow
12 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State made it official on Tuesday: Justin Frye is the Buckeyes' new offensive line coach and will also hold the title of associate head coach f...
Dawgs let out | 'The best QB in Ohio State history'
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The college football season is over. The Dawgs were officially 'let out.' Georgia defeated Alabama, 33-18, in Monday night's championship. We are lega...
Schottenstein, Cardale on their new NIL charitable fund | What it means for Ohio State
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We are very happy to welcome in two special guests to the show today: Brian Schottenstein and Cardale Jones. We are dubbing them the "Two-Man Dream T...
Frye on his way? | NIL gone wild
07 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
All signs are pointing toward Justin Frye taking over as Ohio State's new offensive line coach, replacing Greg Studrawa. What do we think about thi...
Wiltfong in Texas talking All-American Game Buckeyes
06 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Everything is bigger in Texas, right? If you are talking Ohio State's contingent at The All American Game in San Antonio you are right on. You kno...
Covid can't stop Murph | Recruiting booms continue for Buckeyes | Rose Bowl gives OSU momentum for '22
05 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our Patrick Murphy tested postive for COVID-19 on Tuesday, but that can't slow him down. Patrick joins Dave Biddle to discuss a variety of topics, inc...
Basking in Rosey glow | All-Star additions? | Three Buckeyes on the spot
04 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do you blend Rose Bowl glow with high-level recruiting while navigating the transfer portal? It won't be easy. But that's what Duane Long is here ...
Now that's how you begin a new year
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It has already been a fantastic 2022 for Ohio State. The Buckeyes had a thrilling, come-from-behind win over Utah in the Rose Bowl on New Year's Day. ...
247Sports Football Recruiting Podcast: 🚨EMERGENCY EPISODE🚨OMARI ABOR COMMITS TO OHIO STATE
02 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
247Sports national recruiting analyst Brian Dohn joins Lance Glinn to discuss Abor's commitment to Ryan Day and the Buckeyes, the impact he could make...
Almost Live: Buckeyes pass Rose Bowl test
02 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Never in doubt, right? Right? OK, maybe not. Ohio State defeated Utah, 48-45, in the Rose Bowl on Saturday night. Epic, record-breaking performances...
Abor about to be a Buckeye? | Texas roll call | Rose Bowl picks
30 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State has been chasing Omari Abor for the entire recruiting cycle. How will the chase end? We will find out Sunday ... kinda. Abor will commit li...
Not so rosy: Bax is picking Utah to win
29 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A sure sign that the apocalypse is near? The People's Champ of Buckeye Nation, Matt Baxendell, is picking Utah to upset Ohio State in the Rose Bowl on...
'This is huge for next year'
28 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State and Utah meet in the Rose Bowl on Friday at 5 p.m. EST. Make sure you have a program. Ohio State will be without four standouts that opted ...
Buckeyes' Christmas gift | Knowing more about Knowles | Rose Bowl motivation
27 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State is just five days away from playing Utah in the Rose Bowl and there is much to discuss on today's show as Dave Biddle flies solo. First and...
Cowboy up? | Hitting on '22
23 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Has Ohio State identified its coach in the secondary for next season? Possibly. The Buckeyes are exploring all talent acquisitions avenues available a...
'Biggest shift of college football in our lifetimes'
22 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Much has changed in college football over the last year or so. Major changes that have completely shifted the landscape of the sport we live. Players ...
Duane on Stud, Brown vs. McCord, changes coming?
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You asked. We answered. Boom ... that's a show. Bucknutters submitted great questions for today's BM5. Duane Long and I did our best to tackle. Among ...
12 days until Rose Bowl | Steve's interesting Vegas story
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are 12 days away from Ohio State's matchup against Utah in the Rose Bowl, and Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle on today's show to talk all about th...
Staying or going? | Will Urban Meyer coach again?
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are they staying at Ohio State or leaving for the NFL? We learned Thursday evening that cornerback Cameron Brown is returning for a fifth season, wh...
Day after deconstruction | Urban non-renewal
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What a 24-hour gauntlet that was. Ohio State emerged from the first day of the Early Signing Period with the nation's No. 4 overall class. It's a h...
Flipping out? | Buckeyes land top 5 recruiting class
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The commitments came fast and furious at the WHAC this morning. Ohio State added a stellar class - officially. Current 247Sports rankings - which ...
Fearful flip watch? | Duane's Top 5 Future Buckeyes for 2022
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The early signing period is less than 24 hours away. These are tense times at all college football program HQs and Ohio State is no different. Years o...
Kurelic on 'Quinn Ewers Experience' | Four crystal balls rolling towards Columbus
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Quinn Ewers, we hardly knew ye. Transfer portal tribulations have grabbed the spotlight and Ohio State is no stranger. The Texas signal caller has ret...
'Game-changer for Buckeyes' defense'
10 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is Jim Knowles a good hire as Ohio State's new defensive coordinator? No, he is a great hire says Jonah Booker, who joins Dave Biddle for his usual ...
Wiltfong on recruiting stretch run | Bax on new DC, possible upheaval
09 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You know what Thursday means around here: 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong graces us with his presence. That's plenty. When is plenty n...
Buckeyes peg Knowles to run defense | Other staff changes on the way?
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Well, that didn't take long. Ohio State has named its next defensive coordinator and it is Jim Knowles, who has been Oklahoma State's DC for the past...
Ricks no, Styles yes? | The Neutral Field Spread Game
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's all happening. Recruiting vibes, transfer portal whispers, possible staff and personnel comings and goings. Duane Long is here to wax poetic on E...
Reading between the lines | Get to know Knowles?
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There is a ton of Ohio State football news to discuss as Dave Biddle flies solo on today's edition of the show. Ryan Day met with the media on Sunda...
'Critical for the Buckeyes to go in portal on defense'
03 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There is a tremendous amount of Ohio State football chatter to get into on today's show as Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit. ...
Elite QB added to elite QB room | How do ND, USC hires affect OSU?
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State celebrated the first day of December by adding another elite quarterback to the fold. It's what they do. Devin Brown verbally committed to...
What changes need to be made?
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After an extremely disappointing regular season that ended with a loss to Michigan, what changes does Ryan Day need to make with Ohio State's progra...
Long View: 'We got whipped' | Major changes coming?
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone has weighed in on the Ann Arbor debacle ... except Duane Long. Well, we certainly took care of that. Duane offers his extended vibes on the l...
Time to answer some tough questions for Buckeyes
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
* What is head coach Ryan Day going to do about the defense? Does he bring in a defensive coordinator from outside the program? He should. * Why do ...
Almost Live: Disaster deconstructed | What happens next?
28 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is the first Almost Live ever produced after a loss to Michigan. So you'll understand the somber tone of The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell. Wh...
Who wins The Game and why?
26 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Game is tomorrow and Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle are going to talk all about it on today's show. Ohio State is favored by 8.5 points over Michiga...
Turkey Day Feast: Chasing elite QB target, West Coast stars; Forecasting 'The Game'
25 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Thanksgiving to Bucknutters all across the globe. We're thrilled to offer up a holiday show for you to feast on. And there is plenty to devour. ...
Why didn't Paris Johnson pick the Wolverines?
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What is it like to be the parent of an Ohio State player during the week of The Game? Well, Monica Daniels -- mother of OSU offensive lineman Paris J...
Northern exposure? | Hero Kanu: 'This kid is special'
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One team from Up North done ... one left. Yep, it's The Game week. Ohio State was so impressive against Michigan State this past Saturday. Can the Buc...
The Game week has arrived | Where do Buckeyes have biggest advantages over UM?
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State-Michigan week has arrived and the Buckeyes have opened as 7.5-point favorites over the Wolverines. Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle to talk...
Almost Live: Buckeyes destroy Spartans
21 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State was favored by 19 over Sparty and some thought that spread was high. Then the Buckeyes won by 30 and it could have been worse. Patrick Murp...
'Going into this game very confident'
19 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Michigan State is coming to Columbus tomorrow in a matchup of top-7 teams and Jonah Booker is confident Ohio State will do well. JBook joins Dave Bidd...
Red Carpet ready for top QB, WR | 'I think they're gonna break'
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's all about The Shoe this weekend. Marquee B1G matchup against another highly-rated College Football Playoff contender? Check. Prospect guest list ...
Which game is bigger concern for Buckeyes: MSU or UM?
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State remained fourth in the College Football Playoff rankings as expected. We know the Buckeyes will be in if they win out, but how important wi...
Woodshed clearance needed? | 'This is just massive'
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Was that performance standard for the rest of the season? Is Michigan State headed for a similar fate to Purdue? Is this weekend a Heisman Trophy show...
Crunch time has arrived, we're loving the ride | Styles points
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As usual on a Monday during football season, there is a bevy of Ohio State news to discuss. Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to take a look back on th...
Almost Live: Buckeyes offense boils Purdue | Recruiting in Style(s)
14 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, Garrett Wilson. The receiver returned to the lineup after a week's hiatus and helped lead Ohio State's offense to a dominant, 59-31 ...
Every game is now a playoff game | Buckeyes have highest-rated corners in B1G | Purdue predictions
12 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Friday podcast is loaded with Ohio State football chatter as Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle. Among the items on the docket: * Every game is now a ...
Latest on Kanu, Curry, Hinzman, Davis | Boilers up ... or not?
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Class of 2022 is hitting the recruiting stretch run just as Ohio State's schedule toughens in the regular season's final three weeks. Luckily, tod...
Buckeyes continue to get good CFP news | What's up with the O-line?
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Wednesday podcast features Gee Scott Sr. and there is plenty to discuss as he joins Dave Biddle. Ohio State moved up to No. 4 in the College Footb...
'We've got to break some patterns' | CFP berth for Buckeyes
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
All goals remain. That's the macro look at Ohio State. Duane Long is here to take on the micro. * With a few days to soak it in ... what do we make ...
Matt Barnes to run Buckeyes' defense in future seasons too?
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State's defense continues to make strides in the right direction. The Buckeyes lead the nation in sacks and have simply been better overall since...
Almost Live: Is good enough ... good enough?
07 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State got the job done in Lincoln early Saturday afternoon with a 26-17 win over host Nebraska. The most important result: All season goals remai...
Where can Buckeyes improve the most? | Nebraska predictions
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With four games remaining in the regular season, where can Ohio State improve the most on each side of the ball. Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for hi...
The In-or-Out Game with Wiltfong | CFP, Husker vibes
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's time again for your favorite recruiting exercise: 'The In-or-Out Game' with 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong. When it comes to thi...
'Win and in, period'
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State received very good news when the initial College Football Playoff rankings of 2021 were released last night. The Buckeyes are ranked No. 5,...
Penn State hangover? | Recruiting bonanza review
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We've had a few days to think about it. What do we make of the win over Penn State? We know what the national vibe is: Ohio State was the only top 25 ...
Buckeyes drop in AP poll; where will they be in CFP rankings?
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State beat Penn State 33-24, but fell a spot in the AP poll. The rankings that really matter -- those from the College Football Playoff committee...