Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

Ohio State is knee deep in the graduate transfer market for offensive linemen. Jonah Jackson took his official visit to Oklahoma over the weekend, and word is the Sooners might lead for his services. The Buckeyes are also in on R.J. Proctor and Parker Braun , but Jackson is the one they really want. Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus: * What are thoughts on the Buckeyes' 20...

Who are second-year players that could rise up for Ohio State's football team this fall? Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus: * Ohio State is going hard after grad transfer offensive linemen. And we like it. * What are expectations for true freshman RB Marcus Crowley ? * It was a really bad loss for Ohio State's basketball team last night at home against Illinois. (We don't spend...

Much has been made of Ryan Day and Co. possibly shifting their recruiting philosophy.  Know this: Elite players still top the charts. Ohio State is locked in serious recruiting battles for some of the nation's best and we start with a check in on several outside the Buckeye State. The Dean of Ohio State Recruiting - THE Bill Kurelic - is here to spread wisdom. We talk about Brian Breese, Fred Davi...

A honeymoon period? Not at Ohio State. All right, perhaps right now is the honeymoon period for new head coach Ryan Day . The time of the year when the Buckeyes won't be playing real games. But when the 2019 season arrives, expectations will be extremely high. Especially for a team that is already being picked as a top-5 squad by nearly everyone in the country. The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell,...

Admit it ... you were a little but apprehensive. Even the staunchest Ryan Day supporters couldn't have known for sure what they were getting. And Day needed to hit the ground running. Taking over for a legend in a 365-day gig doesn't allow a lot of time for celebrating the now added cashflow, etc. But so far, so good. Like ... real good. Should be surprised? Duane Long is here to talk Ryan Day, qu...

Joshua Perry is back with the second episode of his podcast, and this time he gets knee deep into discussion about what really goes on at Ohio State's offseason conditioning program. That plus much more on the JP Show!

NCAA, you don't have to put on a red light. And they didn't. They greenlighted Justin Fields ' appeal to be eligible immediately at Ohio State in 2019. What should fans expect from the quarterback as a sophomore this fall? Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus: * What is our take on him being granted immediate eligibility? A lot of people outside of OSU’s program seem have a probl...

Buckeye Nation is still awaiting word whether quarterback Justin Fields will be eligible immediately in 2019. If he is, Jonah Booker believes Ohio State will be on the short list of national championship candidates. JBook joins Dave Biddle for his usual visit to discuss Fields, plus: * Thoughts on Ryan Day's coaching staff at OSU, specifically Jeff Hafley and Mike Yurcich . * What should Buckeye f...

It's the day after National Signing Day.  Who better to join us than 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong to put things in perspective? Nobody. So Steve is here. What did he think of Ohio State's Class of 2019 haul? Is it really the third-best class in the Big Ten? We break it all down and Steve gives you the real deal. Also: * How did Day and Co. hook a Hawaiian so late in the process?...

It's the offseason for Ryan Day and Co. and there is no rest for the weary. This time is about talent acquisition. Getting a commitment from the best high school football player in the state of Ohio ... is that something that would interest you? The Buckeyes may have gotten that in Jack Sawyer - and he's only a high school sophomore. Too young, you say? Talk about the now? OK, how about a redshirt...

What can warm a Buckeye's heart on a freezing holiday weekend? Yep, a commitment from one of Ohio's best offensive lineman that's what. And you know it heated up Duane Long. Duane is here to talk Jakob James and Ohio State's clear focus on bolstering the offensive line in the Class of 2020. So far, the Buckeyes have seven commitments ... all on offense. We also break down the latest in the recruit...

It was not as big of a recruiting weekend as initially anticipated for Ohio State due to the weather, but it was still rather large. Both literally and figuratively. Offensive line prospects  Doug Nester  and  Dawand Jones  were at OSU for official visits over the weekend. How did they go? Will both of them sign with Ohio State exactly two weeks and two days from now when the now "late" signing pe...

Ohio State is losing five players early to the NFL Draft. (Six including  Nick Bosa .) But for OSU standards, that's not too bad. Especially when guys who many expected would turn pro -- such as wide receiver  K.J. Hill  and safety  Jordan Fuller  -- decided to return. Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for JBook's usual Friday visit to discuss that, plus: * What are thoughts on the Buckeyes' offensiv...

The frigid conditions in Columbus have not slowed the Ryan Day Train. It's full speed ahead. That's why we had to bring in 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong to spread wisdom on the following topics: * Will Indy prospect Dawand Jones be in Columbus this weekend? Why is USC the chief competitor for his commitment? * Penn State is making a run at Doug Nester. Can the Nits flip the West...

There has been a lot of talk lately about the comings and goings in regard to Ohio State's football teams. Including both coaches and players. Now that the dust has settled to a large degree, what are expectations for the 2019 Buckeyes? Just how good will they be? What do we feel really good about when we analyze this roster? What are possible concerns? What grade would we give  Ryan Day  on the a...

There are comings and there are goings. It's the college football offseason and upheaval is the norm. Tathan Martell? Out. Greg Studrawa? In. Kendall Sheffield? Out. Justin Fields? In ... we think. Damon Arnette? In. You get the picture. How do we feel about the aforementioned maneuvers? We brought in Duane Long for his usual Tuesday appearance to offer some perspective on the "new-look" Buckeyes...

There is a lot to talk about on the offensive line recruiting front, so who better to speak with than the Dean of Ohio State Football Recruiting,  Bill Kurelic ? The Dean joins Dave Biddle for today's show to give the inside scoop on: *  Doug Nester . *  Dawand Jones . *  Paris Johnson . *  Greg Studrawa . All of that and more coming at you on the Monday extravaganza.

Tate Martell  was adamant that he would stay at Ohio State and compete for the starting quarterback job, even if  Justin Fields  ended up transferring to OSU. Well, Fields did end up transferring to OSU, and now it's Martell who could be on the way out. It came to light on Thursday that Martell is in the NCAA's transfer portal. Does this mean Ohio State head coach  Ryan Day  had a heart-to-heart w...

National coming out parties for future Buckeyes. Raiding your rival like it's personal (uhhh ... it is). Taking over and putting your stamp on a national brand before you turn 40. All is taking place in Columbus these days and it's been hard to keep up. But it's been fun. To put it all in perspective, what better time for 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong to make his weekly appearanc...

The good news keeps rolling in for Ohio State. On the same day that the Buckeyes poached linebackers coach  Al Washington  away from rival Michigan, wide receiver  K.J. Hill  announced he is returning for his fifth-year senior season in 2019. Ryan Day  now has one spot still to fill on his coaching staff. What type of coach is he looking for? Could it be someone who can handle a variety of roles?...

If you thought new Ohio State head football coach Ryan Day believe in the status quo, you were mistaken.  Just days into his official tenure, Day has shaken up the Buckeyes staff in a major way.  Greg Schiano, Bill Davis and Alex Grinch are gone. Greg Mattison, Mike Yurcich and Jeff Hafley are in. And we expect more exits and new arrivals soon. Oh, and Ohio State added arguably the most talented Q...

It is a jam-packed edition of the Monday 5ish as Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle to discuss the following: * How will Ohio State head coach  Ryan Day  fill out his assistant coaching staff? Who is staying? Who is going? Who is jumping aboard? * What is the latest on the recruiting front for the Buckeyes? Is  Doug Nester  in or out? Who else might OSU add to its 2019 recruiting class next mont...

We have reached the silly season of college football where rumors are rampant. The good news for Ohio State is a lot of the rumors tied to the Buckeyes are good ones -- and have a lot of validity from what we've been told. On this extended version of the show, Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle to discuss: * What will happen with Ohio State's assistant coaches? * What will happen with  Justin Fields  ...

247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is always here on Thursdays ... even if he is on assignment. Today is no different and Wiltfong checks in from San Antonio, Tex., site of the All-American Bowl. It just so happens some vital future Buckeyes are there displaying their wares and Wiltfong joins to let us know just how they are faring. Complete breakdowns of: * Harry Miller * Zach Harris...

LOS ANGELES -- On this edition of the Bucknuts Morning 5, Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to recap Ohio State's win over Washington in the Rose Bowl, and look ahead to the 2019 season with  Ryan Day  taking the helm as head coach.