Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast
Episodes
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...
Wiltfong takes back the trail
18 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's Thursday and 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is back in his usual slot after a semi-restful vacation. He explains. Wiltfong als...
Ohio State's culture club
17 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This much we know about college football: It's Ohio State, Alabama, Clemson ... and everyone else. How do the Buckeyes plan to emerge from the trio of...
Now THE top priority? | Raw LBs vs. Secondary concerns
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Big man. Even bigger impression? It's Tuesday and that means Duane Long is here and our offensive-line loving aficionado offers his thoughts on Kiyaun...
All lined up for Spring | Title time?
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Snow is falling in Ohio and Dave Biddle is on vacation. But the show must go on! Steve Helwagen joins Dan Rubin to predict how Ohio State's offensive ...
Washington staying at Ohio State | Recruiting dead period extended?
12 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Al Washington is returning to Ohio State with a bigger role and more money, but he still turned down $1.5 million per year to become Tennessee's defe...
No Volunteers | Life after Dead Period?
11 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There will be no Orange Creamsicle flavoring in Ohio State's recipe for the season ahead. Tennessee's pursuit of Ohio State linebackers coach Al ...
Hurry up and wait
10 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It seemed imminent that we would have a verdict on the Al Washington situation by Tuesday. Now it's Wednesday. What is the latest with Washington? I...
Calling Al? | Open spots filled by ...
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tennessee and new head coach Josh Heupel are in hot pursuit of Ohio State's Al Washington. Will a promotion to defensive coordinator in Knoxville b...
Who will be Buckeyes' QB? Will OSU tap into portal to find DB? Vols courting Al Washington?
08 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Who will be Ohio State's starting quarterback in 2021? Will the Buckeyes actively look at the portal to try and find a player that can boost their sec...
'It's a big risk for Ryan Day'
05 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What does Jonah Booker think of the recent staff moves at Ohio State? Well, he's in a wait-and-see mode, but he makes no bones that it's a "big risk" ...
Sitting on '21 | Hitting on '22
04 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State exited National Signing Day with the nation's No. 2 class and the cycle's top target still in reach. That means today we turn our focus t...
Signing day spectacular
03 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Signing day has arrived and Ohio State is going to finish with the No. 2 recruiting class in the nation, which has happened quite often since 2012. Ma...
Raesjon realistic? | Mobile moneymakers?
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are less than 24 hours from National Signing Day. All eyes are fixated on California and Raesjon Davis. The 5-star linebacker will announce his com...
Kurelic answers your questions on 'crootin
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Late signing day for the 2021 class is Wednesday and the Dean of Ohio State Football Recruiting, Bill Kurelic, drops by to answer your questions from ...
Latest on JTT, Raesjon, Mattson's replacement, Buckeyes' 2021 QB
29 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It is a locked and loaded Friday as Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual end-of-week visit. Among the topics on the agenda: * 5-star defensive...
'He blew me away'
28 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
National Signing Day is six days away. But Ohio State is not close to putting the finishing touches on the Class of 2021? Why? Good question and thank...
Steve Deace of Michigan Podcast on Harbaugh, new assistants, The Game, more
27 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We have a special guest on today's show as we welcome in Steve Deace, host of Michigan Podcast. Why do so many Buckeye fans watch/listen to Steve's po...
Raesjon, Ricks & Rookies
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State's roster is going to be impressive next season. The exact makeup of said roster is still in flux. Given the new transfer rules we have ente...
Replacing Mattison | What are Buckeyes doing now?
25 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What is Ryan Day looking for as he searches for Greg Mattison's replacement? Will it be someone who will have a lot of say in how Ohio State operat...
Last spot at THE Inn? | Setting sail at QB with ...
24 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We have officially flipped to the offseason. It's recruiting and personnel - players and staff - that will carry chatter now. Given that we have two...
'The transfer portal is NFL free agency on steriods'
22 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There is a ton of Ohio State football topics to discuss on today's show as Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle. Among the topics on the agenda: * The trans...
Raesjohn's red carpet | Could Tuimoloau wait? | Appreciating Olave
21 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Does Ohio State's staff remember how to host an elite recruit? Let's hope. One of two remaining Class of 2021 targets - California linebacker Raesjo...
Haskell's back for Buckeyes
20 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The good news kept rolling in for Ohio State on Tuesday as defensive tackle Haskell Garrett announced he would be returning for another season with ...
Draft decisions debunked
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Will he or won't he? Did he or didn't he? The NFL Draft's early entry deadline was yesterday and it made for a wild ride in Columbus. We were sad to...
Munford running it back | Mattison stepping down? | Stroud era begins?
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There is plenty to discuss on this MLK Day edition of the Bucknuts Morning 5 as Dave Biddle flies solo. What can be expected from the 2021 Buckeyes? H...
Ohio State's 2020 Perspective | 2021 Outlook
17 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's our first weekend without Ohio State football - or at least the threat of it - for several months. Given the rollercoaster ride we just enjoyed/e...
How will Urban do with Jags? | Marotti staying put | Early thoughts on 2021 Buckeyes
15 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It is Friday and there is plenty to discuss as Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle on today's show. How will Urban Meyer do with the Jacksonville Jaguars...