The Buckeye Weekly Podcast

What took Ohio State so long to start landing players in the transfer portal?  In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman answer a listener question about the Buckeyes' approach in the transfer portal and perhaps why that was.

Did Ohio State get what they needed in the transfer portal? In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman hand out grades for the Buckeyes portal additions on the defensive side of the ball.

Did Ohio State get what they needed in the transfer portal? In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman hand out grades for the Buckeyes portal additions on the offensive side of the ball.

The Buckeyes brought in 16 players from the transfer portal, but who was the biggest signee? In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss which new Buckeye is the biggest addition from the transfer portal and why.

The Buckeyes lost over 30 players to the transfer portal, but who was the biggest loss? In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss which departed Buckeye is the biggest loss to the transfer portal and why.

The Indiana Hoosiers are national champions. What can Ohio State learn from Curt Cignetti and his football team? In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss Indiana's winning approach and wonder how much of it can apply to Ohio State and their attempt to win it all once again moving forward.

The Buckeyes have landed a commitment from LSU wide receiver Kyle Parker. In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman discuss the commitment, what kind of player the Buckeyes are getting, and how he will fit into the Ohio State offense.

Could the Buckeyes head to Kennesaw State for a pass-catching addition? In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr take a look at former Kennesaw State receiver Christian Moss. Why? Because Ohio State is taking a look at him. The hosts go over his history and what he could add to a Buckeye offense still looking for a little bit of offensive help.

The Buckeyes have landed a commitment from blue-chip Georgia cornerback Dominick Kelly. Kelly reclassified from the 2026 class to the 2025 class and spent his true freshman season as a reserve for the Bulldogs. The Georgia fans were not happy to see a future starter leave their ranks, which means this must be good news for an Ohio State cornerback room that has gotten deeper by the hour. In this e...

Junior cornerback Jermaine Mathews has announced he will be back for his senior season. In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman discuss the news that Ohio State starting cornerback Jermaine Mathews is returning. What does this mean for the Buckeyes? The hosts discuss this and more.

BOOM! The Buckeyes have landed their third Alabama transfer of the 2026 portal cycle. In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the commitment of Alabama cornerback Cam Calhoun. The fellas talk about his interesting background and what his role with the Buckeyes is expected to be.

Ohio State defensive end Kenyatta Jackson is returning for his fifth season with the Buckeyes. In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss Jackson's return and what it means for the Buckeye defense in 2026.

The Buckeyes are still looking for some secondary help, but could they find it from former Wolverine Cam Calhoun? In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss Calhoun's past and what he could bring to the Ohio State secondary.

Could Florida running back Ja'Kobi Jackson help out the Ohio State backfield? In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr take a look at one of Ohio State's running back targets in the transfer portal, his background, and how he might fit in with the Buckeyes.

The Buckeyes got huge news today when starting left tackle Austin Siereveld announced his return for the 2026 season. In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss Siereveld's decision and what it means for the Buckeyes moving forward.

Two more Ohio State defensive linemen have entered the transfer portal. Freshman Trajen Odom and third-year sophomore Joshua Mickens are leaving Ohio State. In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast that is definitely not a repeat, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the recent departures of defensive end Joshua Mickens and defensive tackle Trajen Odom, and how Ohio State moves forward fro...

Ohio State still needs a kicker. Baylor's outstanding redshirt freshman Connor Hawkins just hit the transfer portal. In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman discuss the prospects of Ohio State adding Hawkins and what he could bring to the Buckeyes in 2026 and beyond. They also revisit the dangers of not having a reliable kicker in the past.

Now with Mylan Graham completely out of the picture, the Buckeyes are possibly still in search of a wide receiver. One they have reached out to is Syracuse veteran Darrell Gill, Jr. In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss Darrell Gill, Jr.'s background and how he would fit into the Ohio State offense should the Buckeyes pursue and land him.

Mylan Graham chooses Notre Dame over Ohio State. Ohio State redshirt freshman wide receiver Mylan Graham entered the transfer portal over a week ago, but the Buckeyes were close to luring him back. In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom discuss Graham's decision to transfer to Notre Dame, what it means for the Buckeyes after losing two receivers to the Irish, an...

Ohio State tight end Max Klare is leaving the Buckeyes. In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman discuss Max Klare's decision to forego his senior season and enter the 2026 NFL Draft. The hosts also discuss what this means for the Buckeyes in 2026.

Should the Buckeyes try to land Colorado left tackle Jordan Seaton out of the transfer portal? The Ohio State coaches seem content with the offensive line heading into the 2026 season, but Buckeye fans aren't so sure. Now with a top prospect like Jordan Seaton landing in the portal, should Ohio State make a move?

The Buckeyes have landed commitments from a pair of Alabama defensive starters. In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the commitments of Alabama defensive tackle James Smith and edge linebacker Qua Russaw and what both players could bring to the Ohio State defense in 2026.

Ohio State has landed a commitment from Big Ten quarterback Justyn Martin. Martin played this past season at Maryland after spending the previous two years at UCLA. What are the Buckeyes getting in this commitment and what will be expected of him in 2026? In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss these very topics.

Could Duke safety Terry Moore be the finishing touch for the Ohio State secondary? In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr take a look Duke safety Terry Moore as a possible portal target for the Buckeyes. What's his game like? How would he fit into OSU's defense? The fellas talk about all of this and more.

In this bonus episode of Juck On Bucks, Juck Miletti is joined by Tony Gerdeman as the duo discuss the current state of Ohio State football and why so many players are transferring. Is this a sign of bad things to come? Is this the new normal? Is it indeed time to panic? The fellas discuss all of this and more. You can subscribe to Juck On Bucks on by searching for the show on your podcast platfor...