Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast
Episodes
'Exactly what we need' | Duane's Buckeyes Draft Board
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Much of the world is on hiatus until the current pandemic is handled. That does not include Ohio State's football program. Ryan Day and Co. added ano...
'Dunn' deal for Kentucky's top prospect to commit to the Buckeyes?
20 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Will the No. 1 prospect out of the state of Kentucky, defensive back Jantzen Dunn, commit to Ohio State later today? It is sure trending in that dire...
Bucknuts Almost Live: How healthy is Ohio State basketball?
19 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Of the last 20 basketball recruits to join Ohio State's squad, 11 have left the program. If you take the two highest recruits in each class, seven of ...
DeanCast: Ohio State commit Tunmise Adeleye has plenty to say
17 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we have the latest edition of the DeanCast. Our DeanCast guest today is the Buckeyes’ newest commitment, defensive end Tunmise Adeleye from...
'It will take pro sports to open the way for college sports'
17 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It is an uncomfortable subject, but one that is on the minds of all college football fans: What will the 2020 season look like? Will it be played as s...
Quarantine domination continues
16 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We have to start by thanking Tunmise Adeleye for timing his commitment to best suit this podcast. Yes, Ohio State added another standout to its epic...
Predicting where Ohio State's players will be selected in the NFL Draft
15 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The NFL Draft is one week and one day away (we can see you smiling). On today's show, Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle to predict where the players fr...
Duane Long answers your questions
14 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Duane Long is a man of the people. But you knew that. We asked Bucknutters to submit questions for Duane via the Front Row message board and you peopl...
Burrow or Baker? Plus, which teams will be in the running for the 2020 college football national title?
13 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Which teams will be in the running for the 2020 college football national championship? Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle for a lengthy version of ...
Bucknuts Almost Live: ESPN NFL scribe John Keim on Chase Young, Dwayne Haskins, Terry McLaurin
12 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Every Buckeye that comes to Columbus does so with an eye on the NFL. Most are the best player to ever don the pads in their hometown and the idea of ...
Should there be an 8-team playoff in college football?
10 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Should there be an eight-team playoff in college football, as opposed to four-game playoff? That is the main topic of discussion as Patrick Murphy dro...
Filling final spots? | Previewing 247Sports rankings update
09 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State has 15 commitments in its No. 1-rated Class of 2021 haul thus far. How will the class finish up? How many rooms at The Inn are open? You ...
DeanCast: Clemson insider on OSU vs Tigers on field & recruiting
08 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we have the latest edition of the DeanCast. DeanCast guest today is Clemson insider Anna Hickey who covers both the Clemson football team an...
Why are ADs, coaches pushing back on playing college football with no fans in the stands? Is that not better than the alternative?
08 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
An action-packed, 21-minute edition of the Wednesday 5ish coming your way? You had better believe it. The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave B...
Malone's tone | Also: Ohio State > Michigan ... why?
07 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There are two topics bubbling about the Buckeyes these days: * Topic One: Ohio State recruiting is incredible. The latest big timer to get Crystal Ba...
Optimism that football season could start on time? Latest on OSU recruiting
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
President Donald Trump held a conference call with the commissioners of the major professional sports leagues in North America on Saturday. Per ESPN, ...
Bucknuts Almost Live: NFL Draft guru breaks down Buckeyes
05 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Good morning, Bucknutters! Hopefully this 'unannounced' podcast is a way for you to spend some quality Ohio State time today or whenever. 'Bucknuts...
How is Justin Fields staying sharp during quarantine?
03 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How is Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields staying sharp during the coronavirus quarantine? Is he doing most of his work in the film room, or is he...
DeanCast: West Coast insider talks Tuimoloau, Egbuka & Buckeyes
02 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we have the return of the DeanCast. Our guest today is longtime West Coast recruiting insider Brandon Huffman from 247Sports. Nobody knows re...
'That's what I'm paid to do'
02 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How do you provide infotainment to the people when there is no actual sports going on? You turn things over to The Front Row. So that's what we did. W...
Expectations for Trey Sermon have risen | Shortened CFB season?
01 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The news that running back Trey Sermon is coming off a torn LCL -- and not a torn ACL -- is very good news for Sermon and Ohio State. We already had...
Anchorman: Meyer or Day? | Best RB in OSU history poll
31 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Duane Long is here as we aim to provide an infotaining respite to your day. Ryan Day can recruit. He can close. But wasn't Urban Meyer the ultimate cl...
'I think he's in the class' says Bank
30 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Which highly-rated 2021 recruit does Bill Greene think is basically "in the class" for Ohio State? Well, you will have to listen to the show to find o...
Friday is 'Tre Day? How is layoff affecting Ohio State's football team?
27 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Will Friday be TreVeyon Henderson day across Buckeye Nation? The 5-star running back is expected to announce his decision at 7 p.m. ET today and Ohi...
No nerves needed | How will 2021 class finish out?
26 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Crystal Balls rolled hard for TreVeyon Henderson to join Ohio State's Class of 2021 fold. Refreshing of whatever info delivery machine you opt for was...
What are the Buckeyes doing right now? Ryan Day to hold Wednesday teleconference
25 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
One of the biggest questions we get at Bucknuts is what is the football team doing right now. On today's show, we answer that question and much more a...
'Ryan Day has become Godzilla'
24 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The additions have come almost daily. Ryan Day and Co. are complementing the roster with elite talent like it's routine. Need a veteran running back t...
RB recruiting on fire for Buckeyes | 'If healthy, (Trey Sermon) is a heck of a back'
23 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Alford is probably sitting around listening to the classic track "How ya like me now?" The Ohio State running backs coach is on fire when it com...
Recruiting juggernaut rolls on for Buckeyes | Clemson #1, OSU #2 in 2020?
20 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State is in the midst of a recruiting avalanche and Jonah Booker is here to talk all about it. JBook joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit...
Wiltfong on historic haul | Snow reviews Holtmann and Co.
19 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The wait for today's show was extended ... but we aim to make that delay pay. We've got a twofer going: 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfon...
Ohio State's recruiting, NFL free agency keeping us sane during crazy times
18 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
These are crazy times, but thank goodness for Ohio State football recruiting and NFL free agency to keep us from going insane. The People's Champ, Mat...
Ohio State recruiting defies quarantine
17 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, the world has hit pause. That is, except for Ohio State recruiting. Since Sunday, Ohio State has added three prospects and will end today with an...
Sports world is on hold, Ohio State's recruiting momentum picks up steam
16 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The sports world is on hiatus for now, but nothing is slowing down Ohio State's football recruiting momentum. Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle for...
Should NCAA have postponed tournament, rather than cancel? What is next at OSU, sports world?
13 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It is what no one wanted to happen, but putting the NCAA Tournament on hold this year was the right call. However, did the NCAA need to completely cal...
Navigating unchartered waters
12 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is not your typical BM5. But these are not typical times. Amid cancellations and rampant uncertainty with what is coming next, 247Sports Director...
Let's talk about the big topics on our Front Row message board
11 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There are a lot of good discussions currently happening on the bustling Front Row message board. On today's show, the People's Champ, Matt Baxendell,...
Legendary haul once again?
10 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State can already see it's Class of 2020 haul at wide receiver is living up to the hype. Having Justin Fleming, Gee Scott, Jr., Jaxon Smith-Njigb...
Bank on recruiting | Will OSU definitely look in portal for RB?
09 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What is the latest on running back recruiting for Ohio State? Specifically, 2021 RBs TreVeyon Henderson, Donovan Edwards, Evan Pryor and Corey Ki...
Running back report | Browning to make big impact?
06 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It is Friday and that means Jonah Booker on the Bucknuts Morning 5. On the agenda: * Master Teague's injury. * What can fans expect from Marcus Crow...
Honesty is Buckeyes' recruiting policy
05 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Honesty is the best policy ... even in recruiting! Given the recruiting trail's penchant for intrigue, the adherence to truth in recruiting can be a c...
Time to panic at RB for Buckeyes, or false alarm?
04 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Buckeye Nation collectively freaked out on Tuesday when it was revealed running back Master Teague suffered an Achilles injury on the first day of s...
Practice report: Eye-test aced | Huge visits this weekend
03 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Spring practice officially kicked off yesterday and we were there to soak it all in. The hope of a new season ran rampant throughout all attendees. ...
Spring ball has arrived for Buckeyes | Bank on Under Armour camp
02 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This morning marks the beginning of Ohio State's 2020 spring practices and Bill "Bank" Greene is here to talk about it on today's show. What will Bank...
Mick's guys muscling up | 2021 RB recruiting updates
28 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
To the surprise of exactly no one, Ohio State's players are making strides in the weight room this offseason under the direction of Mickey Marotti. T...
Crystal Ball rollin' with Wiltfong
27 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Last week in this slot 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong took you on a deep dive discussing elite running backs Donovan Edwards and Trey...
Fired-up Bax on Ryan Day's contract extension, Buckeyes leading for Donovan Edwards
26 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It is Wednesday morning and Bax is fired up. The People's Champ joins Dave Biddle for his usual midweek visit to riff on Ryan Day's contract extensio...
Donovan's latest tune | Sixth-year C.J.?
25 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State is recruiting several of the nation's elite running backs. There are vibes building one of them will be a Buckeye. What does that mean to ...
What can Justin Fields do even better? Who will be his backup?
24 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Justin Fields was excellent as a first-year starter for Ohio State in 2019. He was a Heisman finalist with a touchdown-to-interception ratio of 41-to...
'It's a testament to Ryan Day'
21 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State head coach Ryan Day has proven to be good at a lot of things. At the top of the list might be his ability to evaluate quarterbacks. Day h...
Faster Marshall Faulk or Darren McFadden?
20 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Can we do hyperbole here on the BM5? You betcha. Ohio State is chasing two of the more dynamic running backs we've seen in years. Both are Class of 20...
Which true freshman will have biggest impact for Buckeyes? What B1G teams could give OSU a run for its money?
19 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Unlike in 2019, Ohio State will be the clear favorites in the Big Ten in 2020. (And yes, it is still funny the Buckeyes were picked third in their own...
Your College Football Playoff teams for the season ahead are ...
18 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we take a trip into the future. We know the College Football Playoff for the season ahead will include four teams and culminate with the CFP ...
Bank on Buckeyes' recruiting, transfer portal, Tucker, Stover, Pope
17 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It is Presidents' Day and the Bank is open here at Bucknuts. Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle for a wide-ranging show today which includes insight...
Nation's former No. 1 corner coming of age for Buckeyes?
14 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Fans can be quick to write off players from time to time. Especially players who enter the program with high accolades and then barely see the field f...
Buckeyes back to IMG | Scouring Georgia | Tucker time in East Lansing
13 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State has developed a strong relationship with IMG Academy in Florida. With good reason. The school produces Division I players at a rapid pace. ...
Ohio State DBs jailed, facing serious charges | Stover to TE?
12 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State rising senior defensive backs Amir Riep and Jahsen Wint were arrested and charged with rape and kidnapping early Wednesday morning. The...
Staking out Seattle? | Debacle in East Lansing
11 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The coaching carousel is spinning. At Michigan State, it's that spinning rainbow icon when your Internet page won't load fast enough. The message ther...
Bank on Kiner, DT recruiting, OSU's 2020 OL, Fickell, XFL
10 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What is the latest on the recruitment of running back Corey Kiner? What about the defensive tackles that Ohio State is pursuing in the 2021 class? Ho...
Buckeyes' 14 early-enrollee freshmen are incredibly impressive group
07 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On Wednesday, the local media met with Ohio State's 14 early-enrollee freshmen for the first time. We came away incredibly impressed with this group, ...
Why Brian Hartline is nation's best at his job
06 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Can 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong see the future? It's debatable. His Crystal Ball hit rate - 94% for the Class of 2020 cycle - l...
Not your father's signing day | Dantonio out at MSU
05 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The first Wednesday of February used to be a national day of celebration for college football fans. Now? Well, signing day is a shell of what it used ...
Beautiful Bosa | Nekkid jaunt time | Martinez pens up
04 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Super Bowl has come and gone. National Signing Day is tomorrow. Football is gone for a while (apologies, Cardale). Let's provide some pigskin pe...
The Dean's List: Which top recruits might join Ohio State No. 1-ranked 2021 class?
03 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State already has 10 commitments in its 2021 recruiting class, which is ranked as the No. 1 haul in the nation according to the 247Sports Composi...
Coombs 'cornering' market already?
31 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kerry Coombs has been on the job for just a week-and-a-half. Yet, Ohio State's defensive coordinator is pounding the pavement on the recruiting trail...
'It-factor' addition | Feeling 5 stars | Newest Texas target
30 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, the Class of 2020 has appeared to come to a close for the Buckeyes with Michigan star Cam Martinez on board. Technically, National Signing Day ...
Cam's in | Stroud's rise | Bigger role for Wilson?
29 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It is the midpoint of the work week and The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle for today's show. On the docket: * Cameron Martinez sa...
BM5 Extra: 247Sports Ranking Council talks Buckeye 5-stars
28 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The final Top247 for the class of 2020 was released earlier today. Ohio State's haul now includes four 5-star commitments. The 5-star Reveal Show sh...
Duane's real 2020 top 5 | More 5-star Buckeye love coming?
28 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The final Top 247 for the Class of 2020 will be released later today. How many five-stars will Ohio State have? We know it is more than the two who en...
Bank on 2021 Ohio recruits: Who do Buckeyes still want? How strong is this group compared to recent years?
27 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It appears to be a very strong year in the state of Ohio for 2021 recruits. Ohio State has already landed verbal commitments from the three highest-ra...
Going deep on OSU's depth chart
24 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What will Ohio State's depth chart look like at running back, linebacker and on the defensive line in 2020? Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usu...
'Your head coach needs to be your best recruiter'
23 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is here in his usual Thursday morning slot and has plenty to say. * Ryan Day on the trail: What is the...
Which true frosh WRs will have biggest impact for Buckeyes in 2020? Coombs back planting flags
22 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State's 2020 wide receiver class is the best we can remember for a position group. Which of the four will have the biggest impacts for the Buckey...
Triumphant return? | Cashing in at Senior Bowl
21 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
He's back ... officially. We all waited on the Tennessee Titans' playoff run to end so Ohio State could finish tweaking its staff. Kansas City beat ...
Bank is open on MLK Day | Numbers crunch for Buckeyes
20 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle for his usual Monday visit. Topics include: * Kerry Coombs' impending retu...
How good will Fields be in 2020? Closing the book on Gibbs
17 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It is Friday and that means Jonah Booker is here for the Bucknuts Morning 5. JBook joins Dave Biddle on today's show to discuss the following: * Expec...
Wiltfong on Gibbs visit, chasing nation's top corner
16 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The offseason routine is getting rolling. This weekend, Ohio State will attempt to bolster its Class of 2020 haul when Jahmyr Gibbs visits. It's fitti...
No Ducking the 2020 schedule | Zach Evans a take? | Urban pick wrong QB in 2018?
15 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State's 2020 football schedule includes a date at Oregon on Sept. 12, which is the second week of the season. The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell,...
You go, Joe! | You stay, Zach?
14 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Joe Burrow did it. Seriously. The Ohio native completed what may have been the greatest single-season performance in college football history, leading...
Still waiting on Coombs | What's up with Evans?
13 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Those pesky Tennessee Titans keep doing things like eliminating the defending Super Bowl champions and then beating the No. 1 seed in the AFC playoffs...
Bucknuts Almost Live: 2020 vision | Joe: Yes or No?
12 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, the 2019 season isn't really over until tomorrow night. But that won't stop us. We are here to project the starting lineups for The Ohio State Bu...
Will defensive scheme change with new co-DC?
10 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State used an interesting defensive scheme in 2019 with three cornerbacks and one high safety. With Jeff Hafley moving on and Kerry Coombs li...
The rich get richer
09 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The beat goes on ... and on. Ohio State's recruiting exploits are well documented - and for good reason. Yesterday, the Buckeyes received a commitment...
Recruiting roundup: Johnson's in; Jackson to follow? Legit shot with Gibbs?
08 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It is a recruiting-themed show today with what is now the late signing period in college football beginning in roughly one month. The People's Champ, ...
Wade's return | Duane's 2021 must gets
07 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Recruiting is the lifeblood of any quality football program. Sometimes that means attracting the nation's best prep talent to Columbus. Sometimes that...
Wade a minute! Coombs still coming? 2020 expecations
06 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Many expected that Shaun Wade would turn pro following the 2019 college football season. However, the third-year sophomore defensive back decided to...
Four new starting DBs in 2020? Coombs coming back?
03 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Ohio State Buckeyes will likely have four new starting defensive backs in 2020, and they will definitley have a new DB coach/co-defensive coordina...
Buckeyes take over Texas
02 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How do you know Ohio State's future is bright? You check in with 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong at the All-American Bowl in San Ant...
Why Ohio State will be back in College Football Playoff
31 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Still recovering? Join the club. Let's use today's show as a real step towards mental clarity once again. The fog of that loss needs to go. So we lo...
Still salty, replacing assistants, recruiting updates
30 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Greene joins Dave Biddle for today's show, and the topics include: * Takeaways from Ohio State's heartbreaking loss to Clemson on Saturday in the...
Bucknuts Almost Live: So that sucked
29 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Misery loves company. That's the theme today. Ohio State's dream season ended Saturday night with a nightmare against Clemson in the Fiesta Bowl that ...
Buckeyes to exercise demons vs Clemson tomorrow?
27 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State and Clemson have faced off three times in the history of the programs, and all three contests ended in disaster for the Buckeyes. In the 19...
Steve and Dan's Fiesta Bowl picks
26 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
OK, it's time. The holiday is over. Let's focus, people. Ohio State has a national championship to win. First, Clemson. * Payback time. This movie w...
'We're not Wofford'
24 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State has not been a real underdog all season. That changes Saturday night. Clemson is a 2.5-point favorite over the Buckeyes in the Playstation ...
Bank deposits: Yurcich out? | Replacing Hafley | Bowl vibes
23 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Monday is about Dave Biddle and Bill Greene here at the BM5. So you're half-covered today. Dave is sunning himself likely on a exotic isle but the sho...
Bucknuts Almost Live: Hardwood, gridiron ... greatness
22 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State is pretty good at football. Ohio State is pretty good at basketball. It's pretty fun to be a part of. With the football team gearing up for...
Day's dynamic transition continues
20 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Urban Meyer achieved 'rock star' status as a coach and recruiter. He could walk into any living room anywhere and sell Ohio State with a swagger. Re...
The day after with The Dean
19 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Ohio State emerged from yesterday with the No. 3 recruiting class in the nation. Not too shabby. If you think this secures another year of playoff con...
Rise and sign | What will happen with Stroud, Phillips, Martinez?
18 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It is national signing day in college football and The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle for today's show to talk all about it from Oh...
Clark going Griswold? | Signing Day Eve superlatives
17 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We are less than 24 hours from Early Signing Day, what equates to a yearly holiday in these parts. But - as always - there is drama before the decisio...
Could Coombs return to OSU? Will Phillips sign with Buckeyes?
16 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
There is much to discuss as Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle for today's show. On the docket: * Is there a frontrunner to replace Jeff Hafley at...