Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

Redshirt referendum | Khakis soaked in Wisky?

19 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State is a heavy favorite this weekend. By heavy we mean the weight of world. We can't remember the Buckeyes readying for such a lopsided matchup...

'Pollinating the flower' like a Champ

18 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It is Wednesday, so it is of course time to "pollinate the flower" on the Bucknuts Morning 5. (If you have no idea what we're talking about, follow th...

Best Buckeyes squad since Jerry World?

17 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State is good. Real good. But ... how good? Playoff contention has been the norm around here for years but this squad has a different flavor. Nam...

We knew they were very good; Buckeyes far better than that

16 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Expectations were high for Ohio State entering the season. Yes, there were some question marks, but the goals among fans were still very lofty. Well, ...

Bucknuts Almost Live: Hoosier daddies

15 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Three games, three wins. Ohio State hit the road for the first time this season in the Big Ten opener for the Buckeyes and Hoosiers. Talk about a rude...

It's Friday the 13th, time to talk about OSU's scary D

13 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It is Friday the 13th, but the only scary thing we're talking about on the 5ish is Ohio State's defense. And we mean scary from the opponent's point o...

Fields vs. Lawrence | Host Hoosiers a real threat?

12 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We open today's show with a prediction some may take issue with. But we think all will be interested. Then we welcome in 247Sports Director of Recruit...

What is Justin Fields' best attribute?

11 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What is Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields' best attribute? Could it be his poise? The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle to discuss t...

Reid all about it | Two-game temperature

10 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What a way to start a Tuesday! Today began with a commitment from top Class of 2021 linebacker Reid Carrico. The Ironton, Ohio native will be headed t...

'Every unit for the Buckeyes was an A-plus-plus'

09 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What a performance it was from Ohio State in its 42-0 win over Cincinnati on Saturday and we're here to talk about it on the Monday 5ish. Bill "Bank" ...

Bucknuts Almost Live: The Lost Episode

09 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This show was supposed to be released Sunday morning at 10 EST.  Without boring you with the gory details - it wasn't. It went away for a while. But ...

Bearcats will present 'litmus test' for Buckeyes

06 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State will have its first "litmus test" of the season when Cincinnati comes to town Saturday (noon ET; ABC) in the words of our Steve Helwagen. S...

'This is Cincy's Super Bowl'

05 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Beware the Fighting Fickells. That's got to be the motto at the WHAC this week. One-time Ohio State 'interim' head coach and still great Buckeye Luke ...

So much to say about the Buckeyes

04 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We are channeling our inner Dave Matthews Band on the show today as there is So Much To Say about the Ohio State Buckeyes. The People's Champ, Matt Ba...

'This team can win the national championship, but ... '

03 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We are still basking in the glow of Ohio State's opening win and really just the return of meaningful football. Sure, it was the opener against an ove...

'Bank' is open on Labor Day | What needs to improve for OSU?

02 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It is Labor Day, but Bill "Bank" Greene is open for business. Bank joins Dave Biddle for today's show to discuss: * Ohio State's season-opening win ov...

Bucknuts Almost Live: We're back (and so are the Buckeyes)!!!

01 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We need more than 5ish to wrap up Ohio State games and forecast the future. So we had to bring our 'extended' Sunday morning podcast back for the seas...

'Excited about Fields' development' | Depth chart finally coming today

30 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It is eve of Ohio State's season opener against visiting Florida Atlantic, and there is plenty to discuss on the show as Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddl...

The Fong plays True or False Game

29 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The real start of the season - Ohio State hosting Florida Atlantic - kicks off Saturday at noon. But there are plenty of questions that need answerin...

What we're most excited to see in Buckeyes' opener

28 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What will be the most exciting things to see play out during Ohio State's season-opener against visiting Florida Atlantic on Saturday? One of course i...

Expectations for Justin Fields

27 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

For a 5-star recruit and one of the highest-rated players at his position - ever - there certainly are a lot of Justin Fields doubters. Why? Who knows...

Game week has arrived

26 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State kicks off its 2019 football schedule on Saturday against visiting Florida Atlantic in just five days, and you can feel the excitement in Bu...

McCall gets the call

23 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

All offseason, Jonah Booker has been predicting a big season for Ohio State fourth-year junior running back Demario McCall. With the recent news that ...

MEGA POD: The Fong on Buckeyes recruiting and The Athletic's Dane Brugler on NFL Draft

22 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We hope you packed a lunch for today's show. You're gonna need it. Yes, it's Thursday so 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is here to sp...

Impact of Cooper injury for OSU? Fields' statistical expectations

21 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Senior captain Jonathon Cooper will miss some time following ankle surgery, so which defensive ends are going to step up for Ohio State while he is ou...

Dan and Duane's annual season predictions show

20 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This show is fun. Duane Long and I do this every season. It's our wacky predictions episode. You can see the categories we used this season below. ...

Fields' day has arrived?

19 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day will announce his starting quarterback today after practice around 11:15 a.m. Hmm, we wonder who it could be. Perhaps, ...

Fields to be named starter Monday?

16 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day is yet to name a starting quarterback. However, he said he would likely make a decision on Monday. Does that mean he wi...

The Fong on Tate: Told you so | Another QB in 2020?

15 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Perhaps you've heard: Tate Martell failed to earn the starting quarterback job at Miami (Fla.). Given Martell's Ohio Statish roots, it was big news in...

'Day is making Justin Fields win the job'

14 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day has said all along that sophomore Justin Fields would not have the starting quarterback job handed to him. However, ver...

Duane's linebacker shuffle

13 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

No position group enters this season with more questions than linebacker.  The standard set in Columbus - see recent examples Ryan Shazier, Darron Le...

The Dean on Paris Johnson, RB recruiting, current RB depth

12 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It is Monday and the Dean of Ohio State Football Recruiting, Bill Kurelic, joins Dave Biddle to discuss the following: * Why is Bill headed down to Ci...

'Now or never for Baron Browning' | True frosh who could step up

09 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Baron Browning is only halfway through his college career as he enters his junior season at Ohio State. However, is it now or never for the middle lin...

The Fong on RB recruiting | More talent in 2019: OSU or UM?

08 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What is the latest on running back recruiting for Ohio State in the 2020 class? That is the question on the mind of many fans, and Steve Wiltfong drop...

High points from camp: Good OL depth, defense on the rise

07 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State has four practices in the books during preseason camp, and Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle on today's show to discuss: * The Buckeyes' qua...

Should Buckeyes kick tires on Brenton Cox? | Insights from OSU's training camp from Duane

06 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Brenton Cox was a 5-star defensive end who was committed to Ohio State in the 2018 class. However, Cox eventually flipped from OSU to Georgia. Cox has...

Bank is money on Monday

05 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There is a lot to talk about in the world of Ohio State football, and on the recruiting front. On today's show, Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle t...

'I want to see Justin Fields' OSU is 'most talented team in B1G'

02 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State kicks off training camp this morning, and Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle to discuss all things Buckeye on today's show. * JBook can't wait ...

The Joshua Perry Show: 'Coach Stud has some fire under his ass'

01 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

If you are looking for insights on the Ohio State Buckeyes the day before they begin preseason camp, you sure came to the right place. On this edition...

Wiltfong on McCord vs. McCarthy, Plan B, site meltdowns

01 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Front Row has questions.  247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong has answers. Boom ... that's a show. Bucknutters submitted excellent qu...

'(Stuff) happens, it's recruiting' | Camp kicks off Friday for Buckeyes

31 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Is it right to play the blame game -- with Ohio State running backs coach Tony Alford being the losing contestant? Or is Alford taking too much critic...

Duane's secondary breakdown | Bijan ... the heck?

30 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Bijan Robinson ... what the ...? Duane Long is here in his usual Tuesday spot and we had to address the Robinson recruitment and the goings on of the ...

What happened with Bijan? Which RBs are Buckeyes now after?

29 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State was the clear favorite to land 5-star running back Bijan Robinson. Until Sunday arrived. What changed with Robinson's recruitment? The Dean...

Which young WRs will step up? | Day taking Harbaugh behind woodshed

26 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day says he wants a wide receiver rotation that is six or seven players deep this season. The top-five WRs appear to be se...

Four more 5-stars?

25 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State is adding elite prospects what seems like daily. When it is all said and done, how many of the Top 247's 32 5-stars will be Buckeyes? Who b...

Another big day on tap for Buckeyes

24 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State's 2020 recruiting class continues to get bigger and better. Today, four-star linebacker Kourt Williams is expected to commit to the Buckeye...

Duane Long's O-Line Breakdown

23 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

You know Duane Long.  Duane knows offensive linemen.  That begs the question: Do the Buckeyes know who their offensive linemen are? The head coach s...

The Joshua Perry Show: 'Weak ploy [by Michigan] to try to gain recruiting edge'

22 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What did Joshua Perry think of Jim Harbaugh's comments before and at Big Ten media days? Let's just say the former Ohio State linebacker, national cha...

Predicting OSU's game-by-game schedule

22 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show, Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to give a game-by-game breakdown of Ohio State's 2019 football schedule, including predicting who wi...

Live from Chicago, it's Friday morning | B1G media day high points

19 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

CHICAGO -- What were the high points of Big Ten media days on Thursday from Ohio State's perspective? Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle for today's sho...

Being Bijan | Wiltfong's Big Ten Top 5

18 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State added an elite safety from Arizona yesterday. Could Lathan Ransom's teammate be next? Let's just say the chances are good Bijan Robinson be...

Michigan is 'not on same recruiting plane' as Ohio State

17 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Following the commitment of high four-star safety Lathan Ransom on Tuesday, Ohio State moved up to No. 2 (from No. 4) in the 247Sports Composite team ...

Ransom decision day | Duane's defensive line breakdown

16 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What's it been like the last few days without a commitment? Rough? Boring? Well, it's quite possible that angst is about to end because Ohio State's t...

The Joshua Perry Show: Michigan the B1G fave? 'Hell to the no'

15 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Phil Steele and many others are picking Michigan to win the Big Ten championship this season. Is Joshua Perry buying that the Wolverines are the team ...

Bank on Bijan: 'I have him in ink, not pencil'

15 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Is 5-star running back Bijan Robinson going to join Ohio State's stellar 2020 recruiting class, which is currently No. 4 in the country in the 247Spor...

Why is Michigan the Big Ten East favorite?

12 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What better way to send you into the weekend than with a visit from The People's Champ? Matt Baxendell joins me for a spirited chat on Ryan Day's blaz...

What if Groundhog Day was excellent?

11 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What if Groundhog Day was excellent?  What if every time was the same ... yet awesome? Welcome to Ohio State's 2020 recruiting cycle! Whether it's a ...

The Joshua Perry Show: Who was really in charge?

10 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Joshua Perry offers unique insight on Ohio State's football program and today's show is another example of that.  We asked Front Rowers to submit que...

Long's view: 'Absolutely killing it'

10 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

O.K., we admit it: What Ohio State is doing on the recruiting trail has exceeded our expectations. Did we doubt Ryan Day's regime? Did we think it wou...

Gee Scott, Sr., on son's journey, why Ohio State was choice

09 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We have a special show for 'Nutters today.  Joining us is Gee Scott, Sr., father of Ohio State wide receiver commitment Gee Scott, Jr. In an extended...

Next commitment? | Buckeyes remain in Ricks mix

08 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Who will be the next Buckeyes commitment? Is Ohio State still recruiting LSU commitment Elias Ricks? Besides the 'Dreamy' wide receivers, which future...

Dreamy scene for Buckeyes at The Opening

05 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We hope all 'Nutters had an awesome July 4. Since we took yesterday to enjoy the Stars n' Stripes, today we make up for it with a visit from 247Sports...

Your opening day starting lineup

03 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We've talked recruiting on the BM5 for several days and for good reason - the commitments keep coming. We don't expect that to end. In fact, you need ...

'I thought Ryan Day couldn't recruit?'

02 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Duane Long is back. Is he playing injured? He would never tell you so.  But our guy assumes his regular Tuesday morning spot again to talk about: * A...

The Joshua Perry Show: 'Dead' but essential

01 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It's called a 'Dead Period.' Coaches and players theoretically get a break from each other and re-introduce themselves to family. But as Joshua Perry ...

Kurelic does Dallas

01 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Bill Kurelic.  The Opening.  Jerry World. The Lone Star State. What could go wrong? The answer: Nothing. It's a match made in heaven.  Seven Ohio S...

Darrion Henry, c'mon down | Which recruits could be next for OSU?

28 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Is Ohio State about to land the No. 2 player in the state of Ohio, a recruit who doubles as one of the top defensive tackle recruits in the country? I...

'An incredible fit'

27 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Let's make this clear: Elite recruits are buying what Ohio State is selling. Whether it is the Class of 2020 or 2021, the Buckeyes are adding elite ta...

The Joshua Perry Show: 'Let the (bleepers bleep)'

26 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Joshua Perry is back with the latest edition of his podcast, The Joshua Perry Show, and he answers questions that were asked by loyal listeners of the...

Lethal Lathan? Bijan the Buckeye?

26 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Is Ohio State about to raid Tucson, Ariz., for two of the top prospects in the country in the 2020 class? It sure seems to be trending in that directi...

Decisions, decisions, decisions

25 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The month-long dead period for recruiting has begun. Thankfully, Ohio State got plenty of work done when it was 'live.' After a crazy weekend rife wit...

RB recruits reluctant to come to OSU? Why?

24 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Are running back recruits reluctant to come to Ohio State now, because there is a perception that the Buckeyes will be pass-happy offense? Patrick Mur...

Big day in store for Buckeyes on recruiting front

21 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today should be a good one for Ohio State as the Buckeyes are expected to land high 4-star cornerback Clark Phillips III. The California native will m...

Wiltfong answers your recruiting questions; 'I think he's in'

20 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show, 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong answers that subscribers asked him on The Front Row message board. How do things stan...

Phillips a Buckeye? Expectations for Garrett Wilson

19 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

High 4-star cornerback Clark Phillips III will make his announcement on Friday, and Ohio State appears to be the leader to land the talented young man...

The Joshua Perry Show: 'Tuf's job to lose' | Zach Smith's podcast trustworthy?

17 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We have a wide-ranging episode of The Joshua Perry Show today. The former Ohio State linebacker, national champion, captain and NFL player joins Dave ...

Ty Hamilton commits to Ohio State | Which recruits will be next?

17 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Defensive lineman Ty Hamilton became the 12 commitment -- and the second defensive player -- in Ohio State's 2020 recruiting class on Sunday. Bill "Ba...

Mass exodus at Penn State? Buckeyes keep gaining momentum

14 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Despite finishing with a 9-4 record last season, Penn State appeared to be a program with a lot of momentum in terms of recruiting. The Nittany Lions ...

'The standard has remained the same'

13 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

You know about the offensive recruiting haul Ohio State is putting together for the Class of 2020.  You had concerns about defensive recruiting. Your...

Will Petit-Frere be a starter this season?

12 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State redshirt freshman offensive tackle Nicholas Petit-Frere was the No. 1-ranked OT in the country in the 2018 class, per the 247Sports Composi...

'Not enough hullabaloo'

11 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Full speed ahead would be an understatement for Ohio State's current recruiting efforts. We are trying to keep up.  Our very own Duane Long is here t...

The Joshua Perry Show: What the Buckeyes are doing during summer

10 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Joshua Perry is back with the latest edition of his podcast, The Joshua Perry Show. On today's episode, the former Ohio State linebacker, captain, nat...

Buckeyes flip 4-star OT from Penn State

10 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Urban Meyer was known for breaking out the spatula on the recruiting trail. It seems he has taught Ryan Day well. Day and the Buckeyes flipped 4-star ...

JBook responds to Milton controversy | OSU one-day camp notes

07 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Our own Jonah Booker caused a little bit of a stir on Twitter when he posted that Ohio State is the clear leader for 5-star running back Kendall Milto...

First domino? | Classic Ohio State-Michigan battle

06 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Can Ohio State recruit on defense like it does offense? Which elite running back will be the first to commit? Which DMV product are the Buckeyes chasi...

Defensive recruits on deck? 'Bases loaded, nobody out'

05 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Ohio State only has one defensive commit so far in its 2020 class. However, are several defensive commits on the verge of committing to Ryan Day and t...

Bonus Edition: Duane Long returns

04 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There's been something missing in your life. It's hard to grasp but you know it's not there. It's just a feeling of emptiness. Well, cheer up. Your pr...

'The' destination for quarterbacks and wide receivers

04 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

You know the names: Garrett Wilson, Jameson Williams, Gee Scott, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Julian Fleming. Then there is Justin Fields and Jack Miller. Ther...

The Joshua Perry Show: What it's like on day 1 for a freshman

03 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever been curious what it is like on the first day a freshman joins a college football team? Well, you came to the right place. On today's ed...

'Another in the Buckeyes' offensive recruiting roll'

03 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Slow your roll? Not if you are head coach Ryan Day, wide receivers coach Brian Hartline and running backs coach Tony Alford, who continue to make wave...

5-star Friday | Zach Smith dishes dirt on Ed Warinner

31 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It is 5-star Friday here on the show as the nation's No. 1 wide receiver -- Julian Fleming -- will make his announcement today, and things sound very ...

'It was a seamless transition'

30 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The No. 1 left tackle. The No. 1 center. The No. 1 wide receiver. The No. 2 quarterback. The No. 3 running back. What would happen if they all got tog...

Fleming to OSU? | 'Tressel should be president of this university'

29 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It seems very likely that 5-star wide receiver Julian Fleming will select Ohio State on Friday, which would be a huge boon for the Buckeyes. Also, sho...

Building foundation with Five Stars?

28 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The top-rated wide receiver recruit in program history? The top-rated offensive line recruit in program history? Yes, we are talking Ohio State's 'pos...

Ranking the top defensive & offensive linemen of Urban Meyer era

24 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Who were the top-5 offensive and defensive linemen of the Urban Meyer era at Ohio State? That is the question that Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle answer...

Putting Paris in perspective

23 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

If the "Blind Side" was being made today, Paris Johnson would likely get a call from the film's casting director.  The Class of 2020 star and Cincinn...

Ranking the top-12 football players on Ohio State's 2019 roster

22 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Who are the top-12 players on Ohio State's football roster in 2019? That is the question The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, and Dave Biddle will answ...

Five stars in focus

21 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Can you imagine Justin Fields handing the ball to Kendall Milton, who darts around the end courtesy of a Paris Johnson pancake block? And can you imag...

The Joshua Perry Show: Recruiting concerns on defense?

20 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We are back with this week's edition of The Joshua Perry Show. On today's show, the former Ohio State linebacker, national champion, captain and NFL p...

Past 100 days in office: How well is Ryan Day doing?

20 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It is well past the first 100 days in office for first-year Ohio State head coach Ryan Day. He has already had a lot on his table, and on today's show...