Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

Another National Signing Day in the books. It wasn't the usual chaotic escapade given the recruiting calendar changes but the impact is clear. Our guys - Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter - are here to let you know who is an underrated '24 signee before previewing what to watch in the '25 cycle: Think linemen, lots of 'em. Also: What if Bill O'Brien does take over at Boston College? Would Ryan Day's ol...

It certainly is not your classic "signing day" but it is still a big day on the Ohio State football beat. The media will meet with OSU head coach Ryan Day at 9:30 a.m. to discuss a wide variety of issues, including of course the status of Bill O'Brien and what Day plans on doing with his offensive coordinator/QB gig if O'Brien ends up leaving. Also, did we just witness the end of the Chris Holtman...

Another weekend, another 5-star addition to the secondary. Apparently, this is what Tim Walton and Ohio State do. Is there signs of a slow down? No ... it's the inverse, actually. Ohio State is crafting what will be a legendary secondary group in '25. We also dive deep into Ohio State's interest in Alabama prospects, what's the latest with Bill O'Brien, Ozzy Trapilo and much more. Spend 5ish with...

When  Tim Walton  was hired two years ago by  Ryan Day , we thought it was a solid move. Oh boy were we wrong. It was a grand slam home run. Walton is an excellent secondary coach and continues to recruit like a madman. His latest get is  Na'eem Offord , the No. 2 cornerback in the country in the 2025 class. This is after landing the nation's No. 1 corner recruit --  Devin Sanchez  -- just last mo...

On this edition of the Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy is joined by Tim Hall to talk OSU hoops. Also, Patrick gives his impressions of Will Howard and Seth McLaughlin.

There is plenty on the docket on today's show as Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle. Ohio State has already landed the No. 1 cornerback in the country in the 2025 class --  Devin Sanchez . Could the No. 2 corner,  Na'eem Offord , be next to join the fold? Also, what will happen at linebacker for the Buckeyes in 2024? Who will step up among  Cody Simon ,  C.J. Hicks ,  Gabe Powers  ... and maybe ...  S...

Another day ... another key target emerges in the transfer portal? Another weekend ... another key defensive back target is visiting? It's always something here on the Ohio State beat. And this offseason ... it's always been something good. Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter are here to chat about Jeff Hafley leaving Boston College for Green Bay ... and who is being left behind. We also dive deep on wha...

Ohio State's 5-man class of transfers is very impressive and they met with the local media for the first time on Tuesday. What are expectations for  Caleb Downs ,  Will Howard ,  Quinshon Judkins ,  Seth McLaughlin  and  Will Kacmarek  in 2024? Dave Biddle flies solo on today's show to take a close look at that and more. That is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish.

It's been a few days since our guys Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter joined us. In what is now customary Ohio State offseason fashion, the Buckeyes added an elite prospect in the interim. Today we dive deep on Carter Lowe's commitment. Adding the Toledo native the future offensive line was a huge recruiting win. Where are the next recruiting wins in Ohio? Who should we be focused on in the Class of 20...

We have an unprecedented situation at Ohio State with five scholarship quarterbacks on the roster, four of which have never gone through spring ball at OSU. Kansas State transfer Will Howard will be the starter this season in his final year of college ball. What are expectations for him? And who will be his primary backup this fall? Also, we cannot imagine all five QBs still being on the roster wh...

It has been a January like none other for Ohio State's football program (alright, not counting early 2003 and early 2015 when the Buckeyes won national titles, but we digress). What have been our favorite moves in particular? Is the transfer of  Caleb Downs  atop the list? What about the other transfers, such as  Will Howard ,  Julian Sayin ,  Seth McLaughlin ,  Quinshon Judkins  and more? Or what...

Michigan's title glow has dimmed as Jim Harbaugh decided to boogie for the West Coast. It's a darn shame. Who goes with Jimmy to the Los Angeles Chargers? How gutted will they be? Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter join to discuss that and a lot more. That includes a preview of this weekend'd enormous commitment announcement from coveted Ohio offensive lineman Carter Lowe. Spend 5ish with us this a.m.,...

Ryan Day and Ohio State have pushed their chips to the center of the table and said 2024 is their year. And there continues to be good reason for that. But what happens if it doesn't go the way they hope? We discuss on this week's Happy Hour. Cheers!

We are not typically "national championship or bust" people here at Bucknuts. But is 2024 the exception to that rule as Ohio State is concerned? We are beginning to think so.  Do the Buckeyes have one missing piece though, perhaps? An offensive tackle via the portal? Or are there in-house options that will more than hold the fort down? Also, just how hot is Chris Holtmann's seat at this point? The...

What was up yesterday? No 5-star additions for Ohio State? Weak. But seriously folks ... things are crazy good. Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter last joined us on Thursday? Has anything happened since then? Uhh ... yeah. We attempt to put all of the overflow good news into perspective. It was an enjoyable exercise. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

After landing the top overall player in the transfer portal on Friday -- safety  Caleb Downs  -- the news couldn't get much better for Ohio State, right? Or the Buckeyes could go out two days later and nab the No. 1 quarterback recruit in the country in the 2024 class according to the 247Sports Composite,  Julian Sayin . Since he signed with Alabama and enrolled early, he technically counts as par...

After weeks of speculation,  Ryan Day  has decided to hire  Bill O'Brien  as Ohio State's offensive coordinator. What do we think of this move? Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle to discuss that in detail and much more. That is coming your way on the Friday 5ish.

On this edition of the Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy is joined by Steve Helwagen and Dave Biddle to discuss the hiring of Ross Bjork as AD, whether it was a good hire, what moves might be coming next for the Buckeyes and more.

Ohio State has made several impact additions via the transfer portal. Now the fight is on to make possibly the biggest non-QB addition in portal annals. It won't be easy. But Ohio State is in the mix for Alabama safety transfer Caleb Downs.  We have Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter dive deep on Downs, other transfer targets and offer a breakdown of prospects visiting Ohio State this weekend. Some name...

We're thrilled to welcome back NFL Draft expert Dane Brugler from The Athletic. He treats us to several appearances each draft cycle to detail the Buckeyes headed for the NFL.  The head count is not as robust this time around. We've discussed over a dozen draft eligible Buckeyes in some years. This year?  Three.  Was there a talent drop-off we need to be concerned about? Hardly. Besides Marvin Har...

Whew! We've actually had a few days to breathe. Ohio State's transfer portal fury has relented ... for now. But work on the recruiting trail is never done. Is Ohio State about to add a final 2024 piece on the defensive line? We talk Dominic Kirks in detail. We stay on the trail to translate the interest in wide receiver Jaime Ffrench. One word: Oui. Has Nick Saban's exit caused Crimson Tiders - se...

Since the 5ish last left you on Friday, even more good news has rolled in for Ohio State.  J.T. Tuimoloau  and  TreVeyon Henderson  announced they are coming back for their senior seasons, capping an improbable run of talented upperclassmen returning for one more season with the Buckeyes. And while the depth chart certainly is not set by any means, it is beginning to take shape. And it looks treme...

The good news continues to roll in for Ohio State at this very early stage of the offseason. Wide receiver  Emeka Egbuka  announced on Thursday that he will be returning for his senior season in Scarlet and Gray, one day after cornerbacks  Denzel Burke  and  Jordan Hancock  did the same. This is on the heels of players such as defensive tackle  Tyleik Williams , defensive end  Jack Sawyer , DT  Ty...

Anything going on? Holy Cow. Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter are here as the news flies in fast and furious. Here's what we got for you: * LIVE announcement of another Buckeye sticking around ... joining a number of other key Buckeyes sticking around. Who's left to decide? We discuss. * Matt Guerreri joins Ohio State's staff. Parker Fleming is out. Chatter ensues. * Zahir Mathis committed yesterday....

On this edition of the Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy is joined by Bill Kurelic to analyze the good start to the offseason for OSU and what might be coming down the pike.