The Buckeye Weekly Podcast

Marvin Harrison, Jr. became Ohio State's first unanimous All-American wide receiver last year, which puts him all alone in at least one category. But where will he end up on the list of all-time great Buckeye receivers when this season is over? Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss that topic in this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast. They also talk about some unsung Buckeyes that people might wan...

Ohio State's elite 2024 recruiting class just got even better with the addition of 4-star TE Damarion Witten from Cleveland's Glenville High School. Witten is a speedy athlete who promises to be a major receiving threat out of the tight end position. Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr of BuckeyeHuddle.com discuss the news, the impact on Ohio State's 2024 recruiting class, and what it could mean for the OSU...

Ohio State just landed a massive commitment from in-state CB Bryce West. West, ranked as the top player in the state of Ohio and a top-50 prospect overall in the 247 Composite, just announced that he would play his college ball for the Buckeyes. He picked OSU over arch-rival Michigan. Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr of BuckeyeHuddle.com discuss how West gives Ohio State a crucial cornerstone on defense,...

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman discuss the Big Ten's scheduling plans for 2024 and 2025. What does it mean for the Buckeyes? Is losing an annual game against Penn State a big deal? How is the Big Ten doing Ohio State and Michigan a favor? Will a Buckeyes-Wolverine Big Ten Championship Game diminish the regular season? The fellas talk about all of this and...

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr recap some blue-chip recruiting visitors from this past weekend. Five-star defenders were in abundance at Ohio State, but can the Buckeyes capitalize? The fellas discuss the big names that were on campus and the chances that they'll end up in Scarlet and Gray. They also touch base on their All-Decade teams because somebody as...

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr extract a question from a listener and give it a thorough run through. The fellas have been tasked with putting together an All-Decade team from the 1990s, the 2000s, and the 2010s, and then deciding which of those three teams would win, and also which of the members of those three teams would make up an All-Star team of the...

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr extract a question from a listener and give it a thorough run through. The fellas have been tasked with putting together an All-Decade team from the 1990s, the 2000s, and the 2010s, and then deciding which of those three teams would win, and also which of the members of those three teams would make up an All-Star team of the...

Four-star New Jersey safety Jaylen McClain has committed to Ohio State. He chose the Buckeyes over offers from USC, Georgia, Michigan, Penn State, Texas A&M, and many others. What is this Ohio State defense getting in McClain and who does he play like? Marc Givler is joined by Tony Gerdeman as they discuss those topics, and also where McClain fits in, how he plays, and where this leaves the se...

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr extract a question from a listener and give it a thorough run through. The fellas have been tasked with putting together an All-Decade team from the 1990s, the 2000s, and the 2010s, and then deciding which of those three teams would win, and also which of the members of those three teams would make up an All-Star team of the...

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr extract a question from a listener and give it a thorough run through. The fellas have been tasked with putting together an All-Decade team from the 1990s, the 2000s, and the 2010s, and then deciding which of those three teams would win, and also which of the members of those three teams would make up an All-Star team of the...

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the news of game-time releases for the first three weeks of the college football season. They also cover the game times and networks for the Buckeyes. There are some very interesting games over the first three weeks, as well as some games that might have CBS and NBC wondering if they have overpaid.

In this live episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr recap their afternoon of talking with all 10 of Ohio State's assistant coaches. One of the main topics was Jim Knowles' discussion on the plans that are emerging for sophomores Sonny Styles and CJ Hicks. There is plenty else discussed as well, including the quarterbacks, defensive line, linebackers, secondary, and much m...

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman discuss the announcement of a kick time for the Notre Dame game. They also have a conversation about why on earth would Michigan State give up a home game against Penn State. On Wednesday, 4-star Ohio quarterback Tavien St. Claire was offered by Ohio State, so the fellas discuss that offer and the current QB recruiting situat...

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss a story by ESPN's Pete Thamel detailing former Big Ten commissioner Kevin Warren's baffling television contract snafus. Such as conference coaches and administrators not being aware that they'd have to play Saturday nights in November, and that Warren gave a Big Ten Championship Game to NBC without the power to do so....

In this edition of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the recent news coming out about the ACC and their unhappy schools. The conference is in turmoil as half the teams are looking for more money, if not a way out entirely. The fellas discuss where things stand in the ACC and what will happen if things eventually collapse. Which programs would be good fits in the Big Ten...

In this episde of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the announcement of two kickoff times and networks for the Buckeyes this season. The Michigan and Michigan State games have dates, times, and channels. What does this mean for the rest of the schedule? The fellas talk about that and also answer a handful of listener questions.

In today's episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss which three former Buckeyes they would add to this year's team in order to best guarantee a national championship. Should they choose the best players or the biggest needs? The fellas discuss a large number of former players before coming to their own separate conclusions. Who would you take? Let us know!

In this emergency episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman give their instant reactions to the commitment of defensive tackle Tywone Malone. The former Top 100 member of the 2021 recruiting class who signed with Ole Miss has now announced his transfer to Ohio State. What are the Buckeyes getting in Malone? What does this mean for the rest of the defensive line? The fellas t...

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman discuss the recent release of the 2024 College Football Playoff dates and sites, and then they talk about how the constant travel -- and especially where the travel might be -- could put Ohio State at a disadvantage relative to the rest of the nation's powers.

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman discuss the commitment of running back Jordan Lyle. Why are the recruiting rankings so far apart on Lyle? What does the addition do to the rest of the class? Why is it important that the Buckeyes are taking three running backs in this class? The fellas also talk about where Ohio State is scholarships-wise. The Buckeyes need t...

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the surprising departure of redshirt freshman receiver Kaleb Brown to the transfer portal. Why now for Brown? The fellas discuss the what this means for the Buckeyes and how they will handle the departure in the near future and down the road.

This is an episode of Marc Givler's Skull Session Recruiting Podcast for you to check out! Ohio State picked up a big addition on Sunday afternoon in San Diego State offensive line transfer Josh Simmons. Tony Gerdeman joins Marc Givler to break down what this means for the Buckeyes who have had some O-Line concerns during the spring.

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman give their instant reaction to the news that Notre Dame cornerback Lorenzo Styles, Jr. is transferring to Ohio State. Why are the Buckeyes a good fit? Why weren't the Irish? The fellas discuss all of this and more.

Few people would disagree that Alabama, Georgia and Ohio State are going to be three of the top-five teams in the nation this upcoming season. Many people would say they would be the top-three teams and just argue on the order of each of them. Something that cannot be argued is the fact that all three of these teams are thin on quarterback experience as Bryce Young, Stetson Bennett and CJ Stroud a...

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr address a handful of listener questions. Among the questions addressed in today's show include whether or not the fellas think the Buckeyes are now more or less likely to win it all based on what they saw in the spring. There are also questions about the Top 15 people on the Ohio State beat, terrible assistant coach hires, Bi...