Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

Mulligan time for B1G? | Updating OSU vs.'Bama for No. 1

03 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Are we on the verge of the biggest mulligan in college sports history? Maybe.  Hopefully.  Our Dave Biddle broke the story and we discuss the Big ...

Momentum building for October start to Big Ten football season?

02 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Is momentum building toward an October start to the Big Ten's football season? Well, it's already September, so the wheels better get turning faster. ...

'It just makes no sense'

01 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We now know - for sure - Ohio State was among the Big Ten schools that wanted to play football ... on time. Iowa and Nebraska also get a fruit basket....

Big Ten is crazy and getting crazier

31 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Just when you thought things could not get more ridiculous in the Big Ten, word leaked that the conference is now considering starting its football se...

Let's get litigious up in here

28 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Eight Nebraska players are suing the Big Ten for canceling the fall football season, which means we are now big Cornhusker fans. Jonah Booker joins Da...

Back to No. 1? | Ohio State's NFL stock report

27 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Will Ohio State add another prized recruit today? 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is here with the absolute latest on defensive linema...

Playing the blame game

26 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Big Ten commissioner Kevin Warren is receiving most of the blame for the conference canceling its fall football season. But some fans have said the un...

Dissecting defensive line recruiting dominoes

25 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to recruiting, Ohio State's staff is not big on wasting time. Or harboring negativity. So they have wasted little time moving on from Tu...

Kudos to Randy Wade | 2021 recruiting intel: Will Buckeyes hold off Bama for top class?

24 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Randy Wade continues to fight the good fight. Will it work? We shall see, but regardless, he deserves a lot of respect for what he is doing. The Dean ...

Doth protest ... not enough? Perfect amount?

21 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Randy Wade, the father of Ohio State cornerback Shaun Wade, is organizing a protest at the Big Ten offices in Rosemont, Illinois, today, and he is ex...

Wiltfong's good vibes: Egbuka, Goodwin and Vernon

20 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We have something interesting to feature today: positivity. That's because we are talking recruiting. That's because we have 247Sports Director of Rec...

Telling us there's a chance?

19 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Just when we were ready to give up on the idea of Ohio State playing football this fall, Jeff Snook reported late Tuesday night that Gene Smith and Oh...

Solo on sideline? | Latest on McCullough, Goodwin, Vernon

18 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Pee wee? Check. High school? Check. NFL? Check. Ohio State? Checked out. Four levels of football in Ohio and as of now only the Buckeyes will be sidel...

'Props to Justin Fields'

17 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Justin Fields is throwing a proverbial hail mary to try and save the Big Ten's 2020 football season. The Ohio State junior quarterback started a peti...

The stages of Buckeye grief

14 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It has been three days since the Big Ten canceled the 2020 football season and we are still going through the stages of grief. Spoiler alert: Acceptan...

How will Buckeyes' recruiting be impacted by Big Ten's decision?

13 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

How will Ohio State's recruiting be impacted by the Big Ten's decision to not play football this fall? Steve Wiltfong joins Dave Biddle to give his in...

Hello darkness my old friend

12 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The news we all feared came down on Tuesday as the Big Ten canceled its 2020 football season. Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle to sift through the wre...

What is next step for Big Ten, Ohio State?

11 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Big Ten was reportedly on the verge of canceling its 2020 football season on Monday, until an avalanche of backlash came the conference's way. The...

Season on the brink: Why are college admins ignoring what players, parents want?

10 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The 2020 college football season appears to be in limbo after a weekend meeting among the commissioners and presidents of the Power 5 athletic confere...

Ryan Day confident in Buckeyes' RB depth, NPF | No comment on beef with Harbaugh

07 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day held a lengthy Zoom call with the media on Thursday and Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to discuss the high points f...

Wiltfong on McCullough, Davis, Jr., top Ohio State freshman

06 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State is putting the finishing touches on the top-ranked recruiting class in the 2021 cycle. Is there a Pennsylvanian still ready to join the fol...

LIVE reaction to Ohio State 2020 schedule release

05 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Big Ten announced the 2020 football schedule this morning. Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin were like kids on Christmas. How did they feel about the pre...

Anxiously awaiting Buckeyes' football schedule | How good is crop of 2022 recruits from Ohio?

04 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We are still anxiously awaiting the unveiling of the Big Ten's 2020 football schedule, which could come down any moment. In the meantime, we tell you ...

Buckeyes 'Powering' up | What will Big Ten schedule look like?

03 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On Saturday, Ohio State landed the No. 1 recruit in the state of Ohio in the 2022 class, Gabe Powers from Marysville. He is also ranked as the No. 2...

Ohio State vs. Michigan in September? | Recruiting Kansas

31 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What is the 2020 season going to look like? Lots of conference games in the Big Ten ... and the ACC ... and the SEC ... and the ... you get the pictur...

McCord makes impression | Latest on Egbuka, Leigh, Spindler

30 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is back from vacation. And he brought gifts. What's the latest on Kyle McCord? Wiltfong was with him...

Capacity decrease, optimism increase?

29 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State announced seating capacity plans for the football season yesterday. Who gets in? We shall see. Certainly not everyone. But how excited are ...

Duane's Top 5 Most Wanted for 2022

28 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State is No. 1 in 2021. Ryan Day and Co. are crafting an epic recruiting class. Is an encore coming? Duane Long is here to serve up his top five...

Typical Monday for Buckeyes? | How big was Branham boost?

27 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We open the week with Dan Rubin subbing for the vacationing Dave Biddle and welcome Steve Helwagen back from a week off. There was plenty to discuss: ...

'Practice' begins today for Buckeyes | 'He's a dynamic game-changer'

24 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On-field walk-throughs begin today for Ohio State's football team and preseason camp is just two weeks away. Yes, exciting news indeed. What will the ...

Big on Branham | Top QB target ... ever?

23 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Holtmann's top target secured? Ryan Day focused on QB of the future? Yes and yes. It's good to have the No. 2 basketball recruiting class and No...

True frosh to watch for Buckeyes | What will Gene Smith say?

22 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Who are Ohio State's true freshmen who could produce a lot right away? Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle to discuss that on today's show, plus: * What ...

Henderson held up? | Most underrated 2021 commitment

21 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We know now Ohio State commitment TreVeyon Henderson will not play football this fall. The Virginia native - and the nation's No. 1-ranked running bac...

What might Buckeyes' 2020 football schedule look like?

20 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We have a jam-packed show for you today as Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle. On the agenda includes thoughts on four-star cornerback Jordan Hancock ...

'Able to deliver a blow to Dabo'

17 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State appears set to flip the No. 5 cornerback in the country, Jordan Hancock, from Clemson. Jonah Booker says the Buckeyes delivered a blow to ...

Good vibes edition: Hancock in? | Future QB found?

16 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

After a brief lull ... here come those Buckeyes.  Yes, Ohio State currently has the nation's No. 1 recruiting class (2021). But the trail had been re...

Signing Hancock?

15 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The No. 5-ranked cornerback in the country in the 2021 class, Jordan Hancock, has decommitted from Clemson and now Ohio State is the favorite to even...

Optimism vs. fatalism? | NFL Draft decisions ahead

14 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Optimism or fatalism? Seems like those are the two camps when it comes to outlook for football.  Stay or go? What happens to all the NFL Draft eligib...

Recruiting updates: 'Ohio State is gaining ground'

13 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Where does Ohio State stand with the top uncommitted targets on its board for the 2021 class? The Dean of Ohio State Football Recruiting, Bill Kureli...

Hail, hail, non-conf games aren't here, so let's win that old conference now

10 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Cue up Ohio State's "Across the Field" fight song. News broke on Thursday that non-conference football games have been canceled for the 2020 Big Ten s...

Wiltfong on 5-star chases, IMG influence and more

09 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Will Ohio State close it's 5-star quests successfully? What is wrong with Penn State recruiting in two major hotbeds? Luke Skywalker or Darth Vader? C...

Spring fling? Best/worst coaches in the Big Ten

08 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We have been adamant on the Bucknuts Morning 5 that having a winter/spring college football season is not a realistic option. However, the idea does s...

How many games in 2020? | Joe Germaine vs. J.T. Barrett

07 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

How many games will Ohio State play this season? Who was a better quarterback: Joe Germaine or J.T. Barrett? Can Trey Sermon eclipse the 1,500-rushing...

Breaking down the Big Ten

06 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Who will be the best and worst teams in the Big Ten this season? Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle on today's show to give a close look at that. Also, ...

'I would say my confidence level is ... medium'

03 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State is still in on several top 2021 recruits. Which one in particular is Jonah Booker torn on whether the Buckeyes will be the choice? JBook jo...

Wiltfong on Kyle McCord, Elite 11 scoring, Ryan Day

02 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Can Ryan Day maintain a string of first round quarterbacks? How did Kyle McCord fare in Nashville at Elite 11? How was the event's champion really cro...

Going deep on Buckeyes' projected depth charts | Kyle McCord shows out at Elite 11

01 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Bucknuts took a close look at Ohio State's projected depth chart on both sides of the ball earlier this week. On today's show, Matt Baxendell joins Da...

How does Kyle McCord fit in? | Smith to 'Bama is 'strange'

30 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Future Ohio State quarterback Kyle McCord is in Nashville competing at the Elite 11. What are our expectations for the Class of 2021 5-star when he ...

Spring season a possibility? Latest on corner recruiting for the Buckeyes

29 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The idea of playing the college football season in late winter/early spring of 2021 has been floated, but is that a legitimate option or complete nons...

So much recruiting drama for Buckeyes

26 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Three-star cornerback Devonta Smith decommitted from Ohio State on Thursday. However, does this indicate the Buckeyes could be back in the running f...

Definite decommitment? | Zeke vs. TreVeyon?

25 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Will Ohio State's Class of 2021 haul be a prospect thinner and soon? Yes. Who and why? We welcome in 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong f...

TreVeyon Henderson doesn't get enough pub | Evan Pryor too

24 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State has a commitment from the No. 1 running back in the country in the 2021 class, TreVeyon Henderson. You already know that, but we probably ...

'Gabe Powers is special'

23 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Recruiting may technically be dealing with a pandemic-inspired dead period but the talent acquisition game never ends. Ohio State remains steadfast i...

When will recruiting visits start? Where Buckeyes stand with top targets

22 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Dean of Ohio State Football Recruiting, Bill Kurelic, is here to answer your questions from The Front Row message board. What is the latest with o...

'Ohio State wants the smoke from anyone'

19 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State has been loading up its future football schedule with home/home series against some of the top programs in the country. On Thursday, word b...

New rankings rationale with Wiltfong | Pancakes vs. waffles

18 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

247Sports has updated its Class of 2021 rankings and guess what ... Ohio State is still No. 1! Could the Buckeyes finish with five of the top 10 ove...

Who will be the four CFP teams this year? No fake outrage from Bax

17 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Who will be the four College Football Playoff teams in 2020? That is one of the many questions Matt Baxendell and Dave Biddle answer on today's show. ...

Duane's deal: Tristan Leigh, Jager Burton, Rocco Spindler, Harry Miller, Matt Jones

16 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

All the recruiting chatter in the last 48 hours has been offensive line focused. Which is great for this show considering Duane Long's usual appearanc...

Who will fill remaining O-line spots for Buckeyes in 2021 class?

15 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Has 2021 recruiting momentum slowed down for Ohio State? The Dean of OSU Football Recruiting, Bill Kurelic, joins Dave Biddle on today's show to give ...

You can Book it

12 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It is Friday and that means Jonah Booker on the Bucknuts Morning 5 podcast. JBook joins Dave Biddle to answer your questions from The Front Row messag...

Ohio State chasing Frank Thomas, Big Daddy ... or both?

11 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State has the current No. 1 recruiting class in 2021 for a reason. It's already an excellent array of talent loaded, especially at key position...

Buckeye players make their return to campus | Reviewing recent polls

10 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State's players reported back to campus for voluntary workouts on Monday, and Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle on today's show to talk about it. ...

Football's back | Losing Latham? | Secondary Depth Chart

09 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Football is back. At least, Ohio State's players are back in the WHAC and we assume getting after it though the media is kept at more than arm's lengt...

Gee's up: 30-plus minutes with Gee Scott Sr.

08 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We are very happy to welcome in Gee Scott Sr. to today's Bucknuts Morning 5. Mr. Scott is of course the father of Ohio State true freshman wide rece...

Pick 3 of 4: Archie, Dobbins, Eddie, Zeke | What will be McCall's role?

05 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you could only have three out of the following four former Ohio State running backs, who would you select between Archie Griffin, J.K. Dobbins, ...

Wiltfong's Front Row view

04 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You asked. He answered. 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong takes on your questions from the Front Row. Spend some quality time with us th...

Deep dive on Buckeyes' DB and RB depth charts

03 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Two positions that are under the microscope for Ohio State this season are defensive backs and running backs. What will the depth chart look like for ...

Duane's linebacker two-deep dive

02 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State's two-deep at linebacker looks a lot like it did last season. The only name missing is Malik Harrison. Sure, that was a big name on the Ohi...

Where Buckeyes stand with top uncommitted recruits in 2021 class

01 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The Dean of Ohio State Football Recruiting, Bill Kurelic, is here to give you the latest on the top uncommitted recruits that are on Ohio State's rad...

Randy Wade on son Shaun's future, the season ahead and more

31 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State's superior recruiting efforts recently have been well documented. But the biggest, most impactful recruit for the 2020 Buckeyes was one ...

Reliving the classic 2002 Ohio State-Miami national championship game

29 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State's 2002 national championship game win over Miami was replayed on ESPN last night and judging by social media a lot of people tuned in. Stev...

Best recruiting class ever? | Wiltfong's Front Row Q&A

28 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Is Ohio State working on the greatest recruiting class of all time? Can the Buckeyes top what they did in the 2017 cycle? The man to ask is 247Sport...

Giving the people what they want

27 May 2020

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We asked subscribers to submit questions on The Front Row message board and you did not disappoint. On today's show, The People's Champ, Matt Baxend...

Defensive line two-deep dive | Buckeyes add Arizona athlete

26 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Joey. Nick. Chase.  Zach? Is Zach Harrison the next Ohio State defensive end to get drafted before the first commercial break at the NFL Draft? Maybe...

Former OSU/MLB pitcher Drew Rucinski on Korean baseball | Beat goes on for Buckeye football recruiting

25 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Former Ohio State and Major League Baseball pitcher Drew Rucinski is currently one of the stars of the Korean baseball league (KBO) and he joins us ...

ESPN's Heather Dinich on 2020 season, Ohio State, fans

24 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

ESPN's Heather Dinich talks to college presidents more than anyone. So who better to discuss the moving target that is the season ahead given the curr...

'Keep an eye on Marcus Hooker' | Who is the fastest Ohio State WR ever?

22 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It is Friday and that means Jonah Booker on the Bucknuts Morning 5. JBook joins Dave Biddle to answer your questions from The Front Row message board,...

247Sports Rankings rise review | Favorite recruitments ever?

21 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

247Sports has updated Class of 2021 rankings and ... it's good to be king (current team rankings here). An Ohioan headed to Columbus was a high riser....

Ohio State players to report back June 8? Is Ryan Day better than Urban Meyer?

20 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Bucknuts received word Tuesday evening that Ohio State's players have been told to prepare to report back to campus on June 8. It is still to be deter...

Ohio State's most talented position group | Trey Sermon's NFL stock

19 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State's most talented position group? It has to be wide receiver, right? Duane Long is here in his usual Tuesday spot to project the Buckeyes' tw...

The Dean on Ohio State recruiting, Kam Babb, burgers, diners

18 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We are talking about two of our favorite things on today's show: Football and food. All right, three of our favorite things because you know we're als...

OSU deep dive with 247Sports scouting guru Barton Simmons

17 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Despite the pandemic, Ohio State has continued to roll on the recruiting trail. But why? What is it about the Buckeyes that has the nation's finest p...

Answering your questions on the 2020 CFB season, Jack Miller, supplemental draft, more

15 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show, we answer your questions from The Front Row message board. It is Friday so that means Jonah Booker on the 5ish. But it is more like 3...

'The smart money is on Ohio State'

14 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State is cruising towards the Class of 2021 recruiting crown. Right? RIGHT? Yes ... but it's not a done deal. 247Sports Director of Recruiting St...

This question about Ohio State football blew Bax's mind

13 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show, Matt Baxendell is asked a question that absolutely blows his mind. What is the question? How does he answer it? Well, you will have t...

Ohio State offensive line deep dive

12 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You know three names for sure: Thayer Munford, Josh Myers and Wyatt Davis. But which other Ohio State offensive linemen will join that trio to protec...

Our favorite moment of covering Ohio State football | Has Tennessee finally woken up?

11 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle for today's show and they each give their favorite moment of covering Ohio State football. Was it a national champion...

Who is the best Ohio State QB of this century? Buckeyes at Oregon game will be played without fans?

08 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Who is the best Ohio State quarterback of this century? That was the site's poll question yesterday and Jonah Booker drops by for today's show to give...

BM5: Wiltfong's Final Five

07 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State is an extreme favorite to finish the Class of 2021 recruiting cycle with the No. 1 overall class. Thus far, the talent accumulation has bee...

Answering your questions on Ohio State recruiting, access to football team, much more

06 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We asked Bucknuts subscribers to submit questions for today's show and you did not disappoint. Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle for a 30-minute show t...

DeanCast: West Coast insider on Davies, Domani, OSU vibe, more

05 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s show we talk: ** Biggins talks about current Buckeye QB CJ Stroud who Biggins touted as Ohio State caliber before most were aware of St...

Duane's depth chart: QB, RB | Mel Kiper's 2021 Draft ranks

05 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Justin Fields is your starting quarterback. After that? Who will Fields hand the ball to on first downs? Who knows? Duane Long is here and we begin h...

May the football be with you?

04 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It is May the 4th, so fill in your Star Wars jokes here. What is not funny is the idea of no football this fall. However, is momentum mounting for foo...

What's the latest on Latham? Was 2016 OSU-UM 'Peak Harbaugh'?

01 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What is the latest with high 4-star offensive tackle J.C. Latham? Is he still leaning Ohio State's way, or has his interest in the Buckeyes cooled? J...

Feeling Foreman? | Dan's Top 10 Buckeyes for 2021 NFL Draft

30 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is here in his usual Thursday spot and once again has wisdom to spread. * The nation's No. 1 overall p...

Nation's No. 1 WR to join Buckeyes? Which young defensive backs will step up for Ohio State this fall?

29 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Is the nation's No. 1 wide receiver, Emeka Egbuka, going to be next to join Ohio State's excellent 2021 recruiting class? Matt Baxendell joins Dave B...

Top 10 Buckeyes in 2021 NFL Draft

28 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ten Buckeyes were selected over the weekend in the NFL Draft. How many will be picked in the 2021 NFL Draft? That was our topic today as Duane Long jo...

Buckeye surprises from NFL Draft

27 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It was another excellent NFL Draft from Ohio State's standpoint with 10 former Buckeyes being selected in the three-day event. That included three fir...

Head start on '22 | Seven spots left in '21?

23 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State currently has the No. 1 2021 recruiting class ... by a wide margin. Has the staff gotten bored with the competition and moved on to 2022? N...

DeanCast: Veteran scout talks Buckeye recruiting, Ohio talent

22 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today we have the latest edition of the DeanCast.  DeanCast guest today is Mark Porter, owner of ScoutingOhio.com. On today’s show we talk: ** Po...