Bucknuts Morning 5

On this edition of ther BHH, Patrick Murphy, Steve Helwagen and Dave Biddle give a detailed preview of Big Ten media days and the biggest questions we want to hear asked to Ohio State's reps and other teams' as well. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohio State landed 4-star defensive tackle Jarquez Carter yesterday, adding to the No. 1 2025 recruiting class in the land. JBook and Dave Biddle discuss that on the Friday 5ish, plus give levels of confidence for each of the Buckeyes' position groups entering the 2024 season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can Ohio State add another coveted defensive lineman to the Class of 2025 recruiting haul. We will know soon after 5 p.m. EST. Newberry (Fla). standout Jarquez Carter is scheduled to make the call in front of friends and family at his high school. Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter are here to discuss. Kurelic has rolled a Crystal Ball for Carter to join the good guys. You know what that means. Today's show also offers a deep dive on the current state of recruiting, NIL influence and how big of a factor WINNING plays in recruiting nowadays. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We opened the floor for questions from our Bucknuts subscribers and they delivered. On today's show, Matt Baxendell and Dave Biddle will discuss the following: * Did the NCAA mess up NIL? Can anything be done about it? * What statistical numbers does Will Howard have to hit this year for the Buckeyes to achieve their goals? By the way, do you know how many rushing yards Kyle McCord had last year? It's less than you had. For real. * Is Sonny Styles now the favorite to start at the WILL linebacker spot? * On the recruiting front, what are the latest vibes with David Sanders Jr.? And how concerned are we that Na'eem Offord is potentially still looking around? All of that and much more is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jarquez Carter is ready to make his call. The Class of 2025 defensive tackle from Newberry, Fla., will announce his college choice on Thursday. If Carter chooses Ohio State over Miami (Fla.), Florida and several others, it would give the Buckeyes six defensive linemen in this cycle. We (would) love that. Carter is not the lone Ohio State target ready to pick a school. Trey McNutt is ready. Will Conroy is ready not to go to Ohio State. The Buckeyes are also chasing several prospects in SEC territory.  Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter are here to provide clarity. It's what they do. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, Dan Rubin and Dave Biddle give their predictions for Ohio State's 2024 football season. Will the Buckeyes win the Big Ten championship? What about the national championship? Who will lead the team in rushing? Who will lead the team in sacks? Who will lead the team in receiving yards? Who will lead the team in tackles? Which teams will finish in the top-5 in the Big Ten in order? Who will be the four conference champions who all get a bye in the 12-team CFP? Will Michigan make the CFP? How many teams from the Big Ten will make the CFP? All of that and more is coming your way on a soothsaying edition of the Monday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Unfortunately, Ohio State will likely be without third-year sophomore running back T.C. Caffey this season due to a knee injury, per multiple sources. The Buckeyes have an excellent 1-2 punch at tailback with TreVeyon Henderson and Quinshon Judkins, but there is a lack of depth behind them. The only other two scholarship RBs on the roster are true freshmen James Peoples and Sam Williams-Dixon. What do we expect out of Peoples and Williams-Dixon this season? Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle discuss that, plus: * If any of the top four wide receivers go down this year, who would be the next man up? Bryson Rodgers? Jayden Ballard? Mylan Graham? * What is JBook's vibe on the upcoming announcements of Vernell Brown III and David Sanders Jr? * Any concerns that one or more of OSU's current 2025 verbal commits could flip? Bill Kurelic had the scoop on the site this morning and we'll get into that. All of that and more is coming your way on the Friday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices vi

Ohio State is streaking towards the No. 1 overall class in the 247Sports recruiting rankings. Guess who's making a serious run at the same crown? Them Ducks. We also have two Ohioans to discuss - Trey McNutt and Will Conroy. Will that duo need to adjust to the Western time zone for college? And invest in galoshes? It's possible. Oregon is not only predicated to be chief competition for B1G on-field supremacy, Dan Lanning and Co. are recruiting with a purpose (and Nike backing, let's be honest). We dive deep on that emerging threat and so much more with Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Wednesday 5ish talks about Vernell Brown III's upcoming announcement, wonders if Ohio State has a shortage of depth at running back entering the 2024 season and more. Patrick Murphy and Dave Biddle take you through the journey. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter are here to cover all things Ohio State recruiting. Sanders has Ohio State among his finalists with a date in mind. We go to the tape: Just how good is he? We also dive deep on Riley Pettijohn's commitment and let you know why, despite his lofty ranking, the Texan may still be an underrated, ascending prospect. Our live viewers also had some great questions Bill and Mark answered like only they can.  Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Now we know when the nation's No. 1 offensive lineman will announce where he will be playing college football. David Sanders Jr. released his final four of Ohio State, Tennessee, Georgia and Nebraska on Sunday, and added that he will make his choice public on Aug. 17. Exactly two weeks from the Buckeyes' season-opener against Akron. Many feel this is a two-horse race between OSU and Tennessee. What are the vibes from the Buckeyes' perspective? Dan Rubin and Dave Biddle discuss that, plus: * If Sanders does not select Ohio State, where will the Buckeyes turn in OL recruiting? * Saturday was a big day for OSU on the recruiting trail as James Laurinaitis landed 5-star linebacker Riley Pettijohn. The nation's No. 1 class for 2025 just keeps getting better. * Plus, we discuss the 2024 team, field questions from our live audience and more. All of that is coming your way on the Monday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more ab

Highly-coveted linebacker recruit Riley Pettijohn will announce his decision tomorrow (Saturday). What are the vibes as it pertains to Ohio State? Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle discuss that, delve into which OSU running back will receive the most carries this season, we wonder what was on your grill (or will be on your grill) for the 4th of July festivities ... and we field questions from our live audience. All of that and much more is coming your way on the Friday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is Ohio State in for another recruiting BOOM on Independence Day eve? Four-star DE Justin Hill from Cincinnati Winton Woods will announce his decision today and it is sounding good for the Buckeyes. Also, will 4-star linebacker Riley Pettijohn select the Buckeyes when he makes his announcement on Saturday? That one appears too close to call, even at this late stage. Dave Biddle discusses that, looks ahead to Ohio State's 2024 season and the new-look Big Ten and much more on the Wednesday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two out-of-state defensive linemen? In. Versatile tight end threat from Ohio? In. Elite defensive prospect from Cincy? Standout linebacker from Texas? All-world offensive lineman from North Carolina?  Just a few questions we answered with Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter in another Buckeyes recruiting deep dive sure to thrill the senses and dazzle the mind. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohio State still holds the top spot in the 2025 national recruiting rankings, but it is shaping up to be a fantastic finish between the Buckeyes, Alabama, Georgia and Oregon. Who might be on commit watch for OSU this month? Also, can Ohio State's defensive line be consistently disruptive in big games this season? We have been touting the virtues of this D-line, but will they actually prove they are among the nation's best when the lights come on? Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin delve into that and much more on the Monday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Friday. It's a BM5-Happy Hour combo deal. It's Pat Murphy. It's a show we hope you enjoy. Our live viewers took control and we followed. Great questions were submitted on the following topics: * When does Ryan Day name his QB starter? * Who leads Ohio State in rushing this season? * Will the Buckeyes add two defensive tackles to the mix ... and soon? * What will the D-Line rotation be for the squad this season? * Will Justin Fields reach his potential in Pittsburgh? And there were plenty more queries addressed that dazzled the senses and thrilled the mind! Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The game of football is won in the trenches. You've heard this. We have to agree. It starts and ends with the big guys up front on offense and defense.  WRU? Sure. QB factory? Affirmative. DBU? We can make a strong argument. But the trenches ... the trenches. Which brings us to defensive linemen Trajen Odom and Maxwell Roy. Two guys that get it done in their respective high school trenches. Our Bill Kurelic has rolled Crystal Balls for both to do the same for Ohio State. We get you totally up to speed on that duo and their impending commitments, offer info on David Sanders, Dorian Brew, Jordan Davison and others before a deep dive on new offensive lineman commitment Jake Cook.  Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We know the Buckeyes have a star-studded crew of veteran talent this season. That's what happens when a class replete with NFL Draft worthy talent basically all decide on another season with Ohio State. The Natty is the focus. But after that, the 2025 NFL Draft promises to be a Buckeye-flavored event. That's why Dane Brugler is here. The Athletic's NFL Draft Expert recently penned an article theorizing Ohio State could boast the biggest draft class - EVER - next April at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisc.  It's not hyperbole. An argument can be made Brugler was conservative in his estimate.  We dive deep with Dane on a potentially epic class, hypothesize which Buckeyes will be picked and when before taking questions submitted via The Front Row. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who's in? Who's out? Let's be honest, that's all you want to know these days: Which prospects will commit to Ohio State? We have Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter here to address that. David Sanders? We dive deep. Wide receiver recruiting? We have opinions. Recent commitments? We have exclusive video. Intrigue from parents of commits participating live? We have that, too. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was an official visit weekend worthy of several shows. So several shows on the weekend Bucknutters will get. Today, Steve Helwagen and Dan Rubin talk about two Ohioans making the pledge, key targets in focus and what we can expect this week. We also hit a few big picture topics and work in some hoops recruiting, too. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices