Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

🚨EMERGENCY EPISODE🚨J.T. TUIMOLOAU COMMITS TO OHIO STATE

04 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After over a year of speculation, multiple visits taken, and a high-profile visit cancelled, the No. 1 player in the 2021 class, J.T. Tuimoloau, has c...

'It's the wild, wild west' | Pitfalls, benefits of NIL

02 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Like it or not, it is here. Players being able to profit off their name, image and likeness is real ... and we wait to see if it's spectacular or not....

Who's next? | Buckeyes turn back Tide | Hartline FTW again?

01 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Complete coverage of the highest-rated Buckeye quarterback commitment in years? Yeah, we got that.  How about an exclusive interview with Quinn Ewers...

🚨Special Quinn Ewers conversation 🚨

01 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Joining the show from the Elite 11 Finals in Los Angeles, five-star QB and Ohio State commit Quinn Ewers, the nation's No. 1 rated prospect in the 202...

Gee Scott Sr.'s 'unpopular opinion' on NIL | Plus more answers to your questions

30 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Due to extreme popular demand, Gee Scott Sr. is back as our guest on the Morning 5. Mr. Scott answers questions that were posed to him by Bucknuts sub...

On J.T. watch | 'He's the next Okudah' | Justice served?

29 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

To say we are on commitment watch would be an understatement. At this point, sleeping without one eye open would be just fine. But we can't do that. S...

So what did I miss?

28 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There is a lot going on in the world of Ohio State football -- particularly when it comes to recruiting -- and after being on vacation for two weeks, ...

5-MINUTE MORNING: Ohio State makes progress on coveted defensive linemen

28 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Bill Kurelic, the Dean of Ohio State football recruiting over at Bucknuts, joins the show to discuss the big weekend in Columbus, where a number of hi...

Unlikable NIL? | Vernon, Styles pace camp standouts | Secondary concerns

25 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio's legislature could be dropping the ball. Ryan Day and Co. would not let such a thing happen when it comes to June recruiting. Our Steve Helwagen...

OSU vs. 'Bama visit weekends | Latest on Singletary, Tuimoloau, Kanu, Curry and more

24 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Let's be real: It's Ohio State vs. Alabama. Sure, there are other college football powers. But these two (in our humble opinion) currently stand alone...

Hayden the next Zeke? | Vernon eyes Irish?

23 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State added a running back to the mix the staff loved more than most. There were questions about the commitment. Why not a more highly-rated pros...

Red Carpet Tuesday | Star-studded visitors preview | Tuesday commitment watch?

22 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Roll, roll, roll your red carpet. That's been Ohio State's mode this month. Today is no different. Ohio State will host several key official visitors:...

Latest on Tuimoloau's visit, Hayden's Crystal Balls, Antwi's vibes and Gatoeote's enrollment status

21 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

June has offered up some big recruiting weekends. But none was more impactful than the last 72 hours or so.  J.T. Tuimoloau was here. Perhaps you've...

Porter on Tuimoloau, Scouting Ohio | Introducing 'Bucknuts Video Vault'

18 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Porter spends June at football camps. All of them. No car's engine needs more cooling than that of our resident Ohio scouting expert. He joins ...

'Extremely' concerned about OSU commitment | Weekend watch on tap?

17 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong galavants across this fine nation seeing the best college football prospects. This past weekend was no...

The Dean takes you camping | Cali crew in Columbus | Commitments lagging?

16 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State has hosted a riveting talent show since June 1. Once recruits were again allowed to hit campus, Columbus has been abuzz with elite visito...

Texas, Florida recruits loving Columbus | Styles makes fight?

15 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The guest list has read like a who's who of college prospects. June is only halfway complete and the Buckeyes have hosted enough recruits for an entir...

14 predictions for Buckeyes' season on June 14

14 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It is June 14 and Ohio State's 2021 football season will be here before we know it. On today's show, Patrick Murphy and Dave Biddle give 14 prediction...

College Football Playoff to 12 teams?

11 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We thought the College Football Playoff would likely expand from four teams to eight teams eventually. However, the proposal from Thursday takes it on...

The Fong answers your questions on Buckeye recruiting

10 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You asked and he's here to answer. That's right, 247Sports Director of Recruiting, Steve Wiltfong, drops by for his usual Thursday visit and answers q...

Buckeyes back in the #1 saddle

09 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State had the No. 1 recruting class in the country for 2022 for a while, then they didn't, and now they do again. Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddl...

Brown commits, Harris next? | Nekkid Jaunt safety combo

08 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State added a wide receiver to the Class of 2022 on Monday as Kaleb Brown made an expected commitment. But that wasn't the only news of the day. ...

Recruiting weekend in review | What to expect from Buckeyes' 2021 linebackers

07 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It was a huge recruiting weekend for Ohio State and we look back on it on today's show. What is the latest with 4-star safeties Zion Branch and Xav...

The Dean on Buckeye recruiting | How many commits might OSU add this month?

04 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The massive recruiting month has kicked off for Ohio State. What do you need to know about what has happened so far? What might transpire in the near ...

Two new quarterback offers | Three years of Ewers?

03 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Was yesterday a holiday in Columbus? It certainly felt like it. With June's arrival removing pandemic restrictions, Ohio State held two camps for re...

'These kids recruit each other' | What makes Ewers elite?

02 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The huge recruiting weekend is just two days away for Ohio State as the Buckeyes look to build on their already-stellar 2022 recruiting class, and get...

HALLELUJAH edition: Recruiting normalcy returns | OSU QB future blindingly bright

01 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's June 1 and we are thankful. Pandemic restrictions on college recruits visits campuses have been lifted. Ohio State begins a month that may top al...

Recruiting ramps up for Buckeyes | 10 years since Tressel's departure

31 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It is Memorial Day, so first and foremost we thank all the men and women who gave their life in the line of duty for our country. It is also an Ohio S...

Unpacking FOIA dump, how it makes Ohio State look

28 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State released a ton of information following a FOIA request regarding communications between the likes of Gene Smith, Dr. Kristina Johnson, Kevi...

Will Landon Samson be a Buckeye? | Quarterbacks you should know in '23

27 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We know Quinn Ewers is going to be a Buckeye. But will he come to college with his high school security blanket? It's possible. Southlake (Texas) wide...

Pros, cons of NIL in college football

26 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What are the pros and cons of college football players being able to profit off of their name, image and likeness? Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle fo...

Answering the tough questions

25 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Once again, Bucknutters have come through. We asked for questions. You delivered. Duane Long and I tackled J.T. Tuimoloa's recruitment, marquee early ...

Gee Scott Sr. on NIL, portal, son's move to TE, JTT, more

24 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We welcome Gee Scott Sr. back on the show today as Mr. Scott gives his thoughts on name-image-likeness coming to college football, the pros and cons o...

'Baby Saquon'

21 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Comparing TreVeyon Henderson to Saquon Barkley? Hey, don't blame us. Mark Pantoni did it. And we're all about it. Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle ...

Life on Top (247) | Drilling down on '23

20 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

247Sports has updated Class of 2023 recruiting rankings. What does that mean for the Buckeyes? Well, we've brought in 247Sports Director of Recruiting...

Could Buckeyes add corner from portal?

19 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Cornerback Akayleb Evans from Tulsa has entered the transfer portal and has received offers from Texas, Notre Dame, Nebraska and others. Could Ohio ...

Duane answers the 'Nutters

18 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You asked. We answered. Bucknutters submitted numerous question for me and Duane on The Front Row. Like every time we do this, the questions were exce...

The Dean on Gaoteote, JTT, new Crystal Ball pick

17 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What is the latest on Palaie Gaoteote and J.T. Tuimoloau? What 2022 wide receiver could join Ohio State's class soon? How big of a month will June ...

Say what?

14 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It was certainly an interesting day yesterday for Buckeye Nation. Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle on today's show to discuss the situation involving a...

All in for Arch Manning? | Wiltfong's Crystal Ball rolling

13 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Can Ryan Day and Co. do it again? Ohio State secured a commitment from Quinn Ewers, the nation's top Class of 2022 quarterback. The top signal caller ...

Deep dive on the Buckeyes' DBs

12 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How will Ohio State's secondary look in 2021? Which players will step up as stars or at least solid starters? Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle to take...

Duane and Dan's 2021 predictions | No place like home

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's that time again. Duane and Dan have emerged from the BM5 Bunker after hours of exhaustive research to bring you a glimpse of Ohio State's future....

No sugarcoating missing out on To'o To'o

10 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State wanted Henry To'o To'o bad, but they didn't get him. And they wanted him to be the starting middle linebacker. Therefore, what does this ...

Latest on Jamo drama, To'o To'o, 2022 draft

07 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What is the latest on wide receiver Jameson Williams who transferred from Ohio State to Alabama? Speaking of transfers, will the Buckeyes get a grea...

Cornering Florida | Who tops 2023 QB board?

06 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You know the names. You know the position. You know the NFL Draft round: First (usually).  Ohio State cornerbacks Bradley Roby (2014), Eli Apple (20...

What to make of Jameson Williams' transfer to Alabama?

05 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wide receiver Jameson Williams has transferred from Ohio State to Alabama, and now the question is why. Was it simply about playing time? Are there ...

Out of Juice | Buckeyes NFL Draft Top 10 for 2022

04 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jameson Williams left Ohio State for Alabama. Let that sink in. Why did Juice choose The Fighting Nick Sabans? Why did Juice leave in the first place?...

Buckeyes land fast-rising recruit | Luke Farrell is not 29 years old

03 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On Sunday, there was a bit of a recruiting surprise as Ohio State landed 3-star prospect Kye Stokes from Florida. However, calling Stokes a 3-star r...

Good fit for Fields with Bears? Which Buckeyes will be drafted tonight?

30 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Chicago Bears traded up to the No. 11 pick in last night's NFL Draft to select quarterback Justin Fields from Ohio State. How will Fields do in Ch...

Final Fields forecast | Blame Mike Hart

29 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Just how clueless are NFL front offices?  We are going to find out before 9 p.m. EST. The NFL Draft's first round is tonight. All eyes will be on Jus...

Shakeup at RB for Buckeyes? Henry To'o To'o likely headed to OSU?

28 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We provided VIP Intel on Ohio State's situation at running backs for our subscribers on Tuesday, and Matt Baxendell and Dave Biddle discuss the news o...

Replacing McCullough | Thoughts on Thursday's NFL Draft

27 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State is always generating intrigue and this week has been no different. The Buckeyes' Class of 2022 lost an important member earlier this week...

McCullough to IU | Why is Fields falling? | Expectations for 2021 Buckeyes

26 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sunday brought some bad news for Ohio State as 4-star 2022 recruit Dasan McCullough decommited from the Buckeyes and committed to Indiana to play wi...

Five biggest concerns for Buckeyes in 2021?

23 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State's 2021 team appears loaded. However, what are the five biggest concerns for the Buckeyes? Could cornerback be atop the list? Dave Biddle fl...

June visitors breakdown | Wiltfong's IMG adventure

22 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State has June visits scheduled for elite prospects aplenty. Which prospects will get the reddest of carpets? 247Sports Director of Recruiting br...

Talking QBs, Harrison Jr, Henderson, Sawyer, corners, problems up north

21 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State's spring practices are in the rear view mirror, and we're still talking about which players stood out and helped themselves the most. Matt ...

Duane's Spring Game stars | Hype train? Hype terminal!

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Who's your new favorite? Who flashed? Who ... didn't? Duang Long is here to wax poetic on the Spring Game as we got to see Buckeyes running around in ...

The College Football Daily: Ohio State says it has a QB battle. Do we believe the Buckeyes?

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Spring football has wrapped for Ohio State, but coach Ryan Day believes he's no closer to finding his starting QB. We don't quite believe him, but as ...

Who stood out for Buckeyes during spring, what it means moving forward

19 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With the spring game and spring ball in general now in the rear view mirror for Ohio State, let's take a look at the players who stood out the most du...

Spring fling

16 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State's spring game is tomorrow and Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit. What players are JBook excited to see on Saturday ...

Goodwin chase not over yet | 'Grand Central Station' in Columbus

15 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

He's back. 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is back from vacation and brought presents from his trip.  * Ohio State's quest for Kiyaun...

How much will Buckeyes' defense improve? What are we missing with negative reports about Fields?

14 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How much will Ohio State's defense improve in 2021? How confident are we in Kerry Coombs as defensive coordinator? What are we looking forward to se...

Who was Day talking to? | Next Orlando Pace?

13 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Spring Practice is rolling. So is recruiting. Let's do this. Mark Porter's latest offer evaluation has him making Orlando Pace comparisons. Is Payton ...

Final week of spring ball for Buckeyes | What's stood out thus far?

12 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State kicked off its final week of spring practice Monday morning and our Steve Helwagen is there covering it for us. We will also speak with hea...

Who will be starting center for Buckeyes?

09 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With Harry Miller missing spring with a minor injury, Matthew Jones has been getting first-team reps at center for Ohio State. Miller is expected ...

Not Goodwin | Holiday weekend in June?

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Want to start on Ohio State's offensive line? You need to wait your turn. Some recruits are not interested in waiting, apparently. 247Sports Director ...

Buckeyes' O-line reloads | Craig Young to safety/bullet

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Spring football for Ohio State is more than halfway over, and the spring game is set for a week from Saturday (April 17). Matt Baxendell joins Dave Bi...

Overreaction Tuesday | Next Hype Train model?

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our staffers got access to Ohio State practice yesterday: Buckeyes. Football. Pads. Whistles. Glory. Thirty-three whole minutes to observe and scruti...

Talking about practice

05 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're talking about practice. Not a game, not a game, not a game. We're talking about practice. Yes, that's right. Ohio State will open its practice M...

JBook elaborates on Buckeyes' inside intel

02 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It has been a week of breaking news on Bucknuts, including our Patrick Murphy's report on Thursday that Sevyn Banks and Kamryn Babb will miss the ...

Wandering eye for Irish? | Top 2023 targets you need to know

01 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

New names. Same place: The top of the list. 247Sports released the initial Top247 for the Class of 2023 and the Buckeyes are already chasing a host of...

Bax's bold prediction

31 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our Matt Baxendell is not shy about making bold statements. But this one might take the cake for him and it involves where an Ohio State player will b...

Presenting Pro Day | Coachspeak translation

30 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Money is on the line today. Big money. It's Pro Day at Ohio State, the annual exhibition of Buckeyes showing what they got for NFL brass. Pandemic iss...

To'o good to be true?

29 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Is Ohio State on the verge of landing linebacker transfer Henry To'o To'o? The Buckeyes very well could be. Dave Biddle flies solo on this edition of...

All about the Buckeyes' linebackers

26 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you want to hear about Ohio State's 2021 linebackers, you came to the right place. Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for the Friday 5ish and the entir...

Dusting off Ohio State's red carpet

25 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Were those minstrels accompanying the news recruits can take visits again starting in June?  It sure sounded like it. Our long road on the return to...

Who will step up as Buckeyes' No. 1 RB?

24 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Who will step up as Ohio State's No. 1 running back this season? Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle on the Wednesday 5ish to discuss that and all things...

Checking in on spring practice | Ohio offer spree continues

23 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Spring is here. Ohio State has taken the practice field at long last and we could not be more thrilled. Some football normalcy for a change! Duane Lon...

State of hoops program after Year 4 | Football back on center stage

22 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What is the state of Ohio State's basketball program after the shocking loss to 15th-seeded Oral Roberts? What is the latest on spring football practi...

Friday Madness

19 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Madness has arrived and Ohio State will tip-0ff at 3 p.m. ET (CBS) today against Oral Roberts. How far do we think the Buckeyes will go in the Big...

Running back recruiting rundown | Sleeper emerging for Goodwin?

18 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State has offered 10 Class of 2022 running backs. But several have emerged as top targets. If you check their 247Sports profiles Nicholas Si...

Another chance or not for Hooker? Favorable NCAA draw for Buckeyes?

17 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Will Marcus Hooker get another chance at Ohio State following his recent OVI charge? Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle on today's show to discuss tha...

Going deep on depth chart | Final Four or bust?

16 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to get deep? Duane Long is.  We gathered Dave Biddle's football depth chart projections for Ohio State's offense and defense from last mont...

Beware the Buckeyes of March

15 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Beware the ides of March? How about beware the Buckeyes of March? Today's show is equal parts Ohio State football and basketball as Dave Biddle flies ...

Survive & advance | Anti-anti-vaxxers

12 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's March and it is all about surviving and advancing in the postseason. That is exactly what Ohio State's men's basketball team did yesterday agains...

Buckeyes on Dayton gem | Pride of the Tigers ... or Buckeyes?

11 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Ohio State offer came for the Wagner family. Was it several years late? Maybe. We'll explain. 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong help...

Buckeyes on pause | Could COVID concerns bleed into season again?

10 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State announced on Tuesday that it was suspending all football-related team activities for one week due to an increased number of COVID-19 tests ...

Duane's Top 5 (Still) Most Wanted for 2022

09 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What if our Duane Long was appointed Ohio State's recruiting coordinator? The mind has trouble contemplating such a premise but this much is clear: Li...

Expectations for 2021 Buckeyes | Schedule breakdown

08 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Is it too early to start talking about expectations for Ohio State's 2021 football team? No? Good. Because Dave Biddle does a deep dive on that during...

Miyan leaving others in ruins? | Tyler Friday over Zach Harrison at DE?

05 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It is Friday and it is time for some hot takes. Is Miyan Williams the favorite to emerge as Ohio State's starting running back when the dust settles...

Cornered market | Passing on passer

04 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Here's a stat that works: The last four out-of-state corners to begin their career at Ohio State and earn a starting spot have been picked in the N...

2 weeks, 2 days until spring ball | Roles for Rhoads, Fitch

03 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We now know exactly when Ohio State will begin spring football. The Buckeyes will kick off spring drills on Friday, March 19 -- which is just two week...

Transfer time ... or not? | Going back to Cali

02 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State has a roster basically every other college football team covets. But that doesn't mean it's a finished product. Not at all.  So should the...

Monday smorgasbord

01 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

March is here and the Monday 5ish is loaded with information and opinions on Ohio State football (and a little on basketball too). Patrick Murphy join...

JBook on what Dave got wrong on projected depth chart for Buckeyes

26 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Over the last couple of days, I posted a projected spring depth chart for Ohio State on both sides of the ball. On today's show, Jonah Booker drops by...

Encore performance underway

25 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State secured Class of 2021 commitments from four of 247Sports' top 10 players and remains in the running for No. 1-ranked J.T. Tuimoloau. ...

Who will win key position battles for Buckeyes? | Latest on Tuimoloau

24 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State will kick off spring practice next month and on today's show, Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle to take a look at some of the key position b...

Nekkid Jaunt offer | Three Buckeyes on the spot | Ohio State vs. B1G on trail

23 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State's staff can't hit the road to recruit but is still spreading the love. An offer to a Florida defensive back went out yesterday. Who is he a...

Spring ball storylines for Buckeyes | Fans in stands? | Hoops notes

22 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Spring football will kick off for Ohio State sometime in mid-March and Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle to discuss the main storylines for the Buckeye...

Scouting Ohio deep dive | Porter's 'Different Humans'

19 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We could not be more thrilled to have added Mark Porter to the Bucknuts staff. The Scouting Ohio guru is the premier voice on Ohio recruiting and is s...