Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

It is Veterans Day and we salute all the men and women that have served our country. Also on today's show, Matt Baxendell and Dave Biddle break down Ohio State's upcoming game against Maryland, plus: * What is up with the Buckeyes' defense? Will they play their best game against the Terrapins? * The breakout season that right tackle  Nicholas Petit-Frere  is enjoying. * Michigan and Penn State bei...

Ohio State is headed to face Maryland this weekend.  Will we see the Terps who got rocked by Northwestern or the crew that whacked Penn State? Duane Long is here to provide a Maryland scouting report and also let you know why Justin Fields should be the clear Heisman Trophy favorite after three games. Spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters! What's next for the Buckeyes? Make sure you're in the loop --...

Ohio State did not get many style points in its win over Rutgers, and now the Buckeyes turn their attention to their game at Maryland this Saturday. Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to give thoughts on how OSU has played through the first three games and to look ahead at the matchup against the Terrapins. That and much more is coming your way on the Monday 5ish.

So ... which team is it?  The first half squad that won by 32? Or the second half crew that lost by 10? Ohio State improved to 3-0 with a 49-27 win over visiting Rutgers on Saturday night.  But a 32-point halftime lead was trimmed after the break. We brought in two of the best - Bill Kurelic and Matt Baxendell - to make sense of it all. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

Will Saturday night's game against visiting Rutgers provide our first close look at some of Ohio State's talented young players who have not seen the field much through the first two games? Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit to discuss that, plus: * How concerned is JBook about the Buckeyes' situation at cornerback? * Final score predictions for OSU-Rutgers. * Thoughts on th...

Ohio State added to its Class of 2022 haul yesterday when North Carolina tight end Benji Gosnell announced his commitment to the Buckeyes. What is Ohio State getting? How does fit alongside fellow tight end recruit Bennett Christian?  247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is here to discuss that, why the Class of 2022 could be even more special than others and why Justin Fields is just s...

With junior cornerback  Cameron Brown  out for the season with an Achilles injury, who will need to step up most for Ohio State at that position? Is it former 5-star recruit  Tyreke Johnson ? Is it one of the true freshmen? Could it be someone else? Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, look ahead to this Saturday night's game against visiting Rutgers, praise the play of OSU's defensiv...

Ohio State is 2-0 with its supposed biggest obstacle cleared. But other obstacles remain. What's next after starting cornerback Cam Brown was sidelined? Who steps in? Duane Long is here to discuss that, kudos and concerns after two games, Derrick Davis being a Buckeye (?) and much more. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

He is the newest member of Bucknuts' staff and he is the best in the business at his craft. Mark Porter joins Dave Biddle on today's show to field questions from Bucknuts subscribers and listeners of the podcast. You won't want to miss this version of the Monday 5ish.

Ohio State is 2-0. Word was the trip to Happy Valley topped the regular season's degree of difficulty chart. So much for that. The Buckeyes dispatched Penn State, 38-25, and the score is a tad misleading. It wasn't that close. Spend some quality time with us on a Sunday as Bill Kurelic and Matt Baxendell join to break it all down.

During Ohio State-Penn State week, we did not expect that the Buckeyes' excellent recruiting efforts would be the story of the week, but here we are. That is how much things are trending OSU's way in the 2022 class with some of the nation's elite prospects, such as quarterback  Quinn Ewers . However, make no mistake: Tomorrow night's game in Happy Valley is huge. If the Buckeyes win this one, it c...

You never know when a historic recruiting day is coming for Ohio State. The operative word in that sentence being 'when.' Yesterday was one of those days. 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong rolled three 5-star Crystal Balls towards Columbus. That qualifies as historic ... because it had never happened ... ever. Wiltfong provides the latest on the following elite Class of 2022 prospect...

It is Wednesday and that means we are just three days away from the Ohio State at Penn State showdown. Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle for that, plus: * A lookback on the Buckeyes' season-opening win over Nebraska. * The questionable COVID protocols that have been put in place by the Big Ten. * The awesome story of Ohio State senior DT  Haskell Garrett . * The latest on the status of OSU junior W...

We've had a few days to soak in Ohio State's season-opening win over Nebraska. It's the first time Duane Long could wax poetic about actual Buckeye football in what feels like eons. So Duane got deep on: * Justin Fields' debut and Heisman candidacy ... * Garrett Wilson and hypebole ... * Master Teague and Trey Sermon ... the heck? * Linebacker play ...  * The Haskell Garrett Experience ... * What...

There is plenty to talk about on this extended version of the Bucknuts Morning 5 as Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle. Among the many topics on the agenda is the unbelievable story of Ohio State defensive tackle  Haskell Garrett , who didn't just play on Saturday against Nebraska; he dominated. Also on the docket: * Overall impressions of  Justin Fields  and the Buckeyes' offense. * Thoughts on OSU...

After nearly 10 months without Ohio State football, the Buckeyes will kick off their 2020 season tomorrow against visiting Nebraska. Yes, game day eve has arrived and it feels beyond outstanding. Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle to talk about the matchup between OSU and the Cornhuskers, any concerns we might have, thoughts on the Buckeyes' injury situation, which defensive tackles will step up the m...

New names, similarly elite talent. As we begin to delve deep into the Class of 2022, there are names you  need  to know. That's where 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong comes in. He breaks down Ohio State's status with the following standouts: * Dallan Hayden * Domani Jackson * Caleb Burton * Zach Rice Steve also has the latest on Class of 2021 standouts C.J. Hicks and Mike Hall befor...

We are just three days away from the Ohio State-Nebraska game in the 2020 season opener and it is time to get down to brass tacks. Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle to break down the Buckeyes-Cornhuskers matchup, including final score predictions. Also on the docket: * What is to be made of head coach  Ryan Day  not naming a No. 2 quarterback yet? * What are expectations for Ohio State's two new st...

Like Ohio State's 2020 season kickoff that beckons, this show almost didn't happen.  Yes, it's our annual 'Duane and Dan's Season Predictions Show.' To have this show, you actually need to have a season. You get our drift. So it back and enjoy a time machine trip with answers to the following questions: * Who wins the Natty? * How many 2021 NFL Draft first rounders for Ohio State? * Next step for...

It is finally game week for Ohio State football, and we kick it off on today's show with our special guest, Gee Scott Sr., who is of course the father of OSU freshman wide receiver  Gee Scott Jr. What sacrifice is Mr. Scott and others making in order to see their sons play for the Buckeyes this season? What are the nerves like for a parent when their son is about to make their Buckeye debut? What...

All offseason, we wondered if Ohio State would have a weakness at safety. But due to third-year sophomore Marcus Hooker and junior Josh Proctor, are the Buckeyes actually in good shape at the position? Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit to discuss that, plus: * While safety might not be as big of a concern as we thought, depth at defensive tackle definitely is. JBook provide...

Have we forgotten about an elite Ohioan headed for Columbus? If so, we take care that today. 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is here to talk Jayden Ballard, the nation's No. 4 receiver. Ballard has his All-American jersey and spoke to Steve about a litany of subjects. Also: The latest on Ohio State's quest to secure two Washington state 5-stars and the nation's No. 1 recruiting cla...

We are just 10 days away from Ohio State opening its 2020 football season against visiting Nebraska. Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle on today's show to discuss that, plus: * What is different about  Justin Fields  this season? * What stood out from head coach Ryan Day's comments to the media on Tuesday? * Is  Tommy Togiai  the second-most-valuable member of the team, behind only Fields? * Should...

Are you ready to get deep?  We aren't talking emotional journey here.  We are talking depth chart.  We are talking Buckeyes. Duane Long is here as the season beckons. Who starts? Who backs them up? Who is a star waiting to emerge? Who are we concerned about?  Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

Ohio State football is merely 12 days away and on today's show Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to give predictions on which players will win the handful of position battles that are ongoing for the Buckeyes. The following positions will be covered: * Starting running back. * Backup quarterback. * Starting right tackle. * Backup WRs at Z (behind  Chris Olave ) and X (behind  Jameson Williams ). *...