Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

Jonah Booker is an Ohio State football insider and loves the Buckeyes. He also loves his alma mater, Ohio University, where he was a defensive back for the Bobcats.

And now his worlds are colliding.

The No. 1 Buckeyes will of course host the Bobcats this Saturday (7 p.m. ET; Peacock) in a game featuring two defending champions. Ohio State being the defending national champs and OU being the defending MAC champs.

On today's show, JBook and Dave Biddle gives predictions on the OSU-OU game, give main takeaways from the first two weeks of...

On this edition of the BHH, host Patrick Murphy bids farewell to the great Bill Kurelic. And welcomes Garrick Hodge to the Bucknuts family. Also included are expectations for Ohio State's game against Ohio University this Saturday night.

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What's a good plan for this weekend? How about entertaining an overmatched in-state rival while potential future team members observe in person?

Let's do it! Ohio State hosts Ohio U. on Saturday for what should be another beautiful evening in Ohio's state capital. 

For this show, Dan Rubin, Mark Porter and new Bucknuts recruiting analyst Garrick Hodge host your infotainment journey.

Who could be added to the Class of 2026?

Who is visiting this weekend to see the Buckeyes battle the Bobcats?

What other recruiting info do you need to move...

What has surprised us most about Ohio State this season -- both good and bad -- through two games thus far? That is the main topic of discussion with Matt Baxendell and Dave Biddle on the Wednesday 5ish. We also take questions from the live audience, look ahead to the Buckeyes hosting Ohio University this Saturday and much more.

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Bill Kurelic is The Dean of Ohio State Recruiting. He's an institution. He's an inspiration. He also has big news to share with the 'Nutters. Mark Porter joins as well. 

Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

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You can learn a lot about a football team over the first two weeks of the season. What do we know about the 2025 Ohio State football team that we might have not known entering the season? How do we feel about the Buckeyes overall?

Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin cover that and much more on the Monday 5ish.

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Well, that was almost perfection. Ohio State defeated visiting Grambling 70-0 on Saturday and we have reactions in our postgame podcast, What We Learned Live. Host Dave Biddle is joined by Dan Rubin, Heath Schneider, Patrick Murphy and Steve Helwagen.

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The Friday 5ish with Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle includes biggest takeaways from the win over Texas, players who really caught our eye -- such as Arvell Reese and others -- predictions for Ohio State-Grambling tomorrow, another "best bet" for the college football weekend and much more.

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The Buckeyes had an impressive defensive showing against the Longhorns. Why did it work so well so quickly? Tyvis Powell joins the Bucknuts Happy Hour to help us break it down.

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Ohio State is set for an encore performance at The Shoe this weekend though the show won't produce similar fanfare.

This week brings Grambling to Columbus as opposed to No. 1 Texas (well, the 'Horns were No. 1). 

The red carpet may not need to be so plush this weekend but there are definitely prospects you need to know about.

That's where Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter come in. We discuss all the recruiting vibes from last weekend, how those vibes can be fired up again this weekend and what our guys have planned on the...

Yes, of course we are still talking about Ohio State's season-opening win over Texas four days later. Really, we are curious what it means for the No. 1 Buckeyes moving forward as they attempt to be the first team in program history to repeat as national champions. 

We also know who won certain position battles in camp, such as at right tackle, running back and strong safety.

Matt Baxendell and Dave Biddle tackle all of that and much more on the Wednesday 5ish.

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Not a bad debut for the Buckeyes, huh?

Bill Kurelic is here. Mark Porter is here.

We cover all the red carpet recruiting from an incredible weekend at The Shoe.

We cover all the ins and outs of Ohio State's win over Texas in The Shoe.

And we break down several elite Ohio prospects in action from the weekend's high school gridiron action.

If you needed a strong Tuesday to follow up a strong holiday weekend, this is the spot.

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Still basking?

You're @#$% right!

We celebrate Labor Day with the 'Nutters as Ohio State appears ready to be ranked No. 1 ... again.

Ohio State's 14-7 win over Texas on Saturday in a sun-drenched, pageantry-laden, celebrity-packed Ohio Stadium was the total package. 

Let's talk about how good it is to be king!

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How about that for a season-opener? Ohio State defeated Texas 14-7 on Saturday in what was a statement game from the Buckeyes' defense. Also, while he did not put up huge stats, we came away impressed of Julian Sayin.

Dave Biddle and crew have much more on our postgame podcast, What We Learned Live.

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BTA Fridays have returned in full force. Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle talk about tomorrow's showdown featuring Ohio State and Texas, including final score predictions and much more.

That is coming your way on the Friday 5ish.

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On this edition of the Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy looks ahead to the big showdown of Ohio State-Texas. And one of his guests is former OSU QB Justin Zwick, who started for the Buckeyes 20 years ago in this matchup.

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It's almost time. Texas vs. Ohio State. The Shoe. All eyes on Columbus.

Let's try and get you through today first!

Bill Kurelic is here. Mark Porter is here.

Who do THEY think will emerge victorious on Saturday beginning at noon?

What do they think of the guest list of prospects set to take it all in?

Which future Buckeyes will they see on the high school gridiron on Friday night before the epic tussle and Saturday night after it?

How do Cincinnati Moeller tackles K.J...

We are down to three days and counting until Ohio State's showdown with Texas to kick off the 2025 college football season. What have we learned about the defending national champions this month? What questions still remain? Dave Biddle and Matt Baxendell tackle that and much more on the Wednesday 5ish.

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Game week is here, Texas is headed for The Shoe and so are a ton of elite prospects. It's time for a plush, scarlet red carpet rollout.

Our Bill Kurelic is here to preview the attendees and it's a who's who of fantastic targets.

Mark Porter is also here to let you know all about the prospects he saw over the weekend. We have film of Max Riley, Jamier Browns and Jameer Whyce in action.

Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

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After months of talking about it, Texas week has finally arrived for Ohio State. So, let's talk about it even more. What are our vibes heading into this showdown? Are we confident the Buckeyes will win? Do we think Texas has the edge? Is it basically a toss-up?

Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin tackle that and much more on the Monday 5ish.

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On this edition of the Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy and Dave Biddle give their preseason grades for all of Ohio State's position groups and more.

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A lot of Ohio State fans are extremely frustrated with how recruiting is going and the blame is being placed on the Buckeyes' NIL strategy. In other words, many fans believe OSU is trying to play by the rules, despite their competitors seemingly doing whatever they want.

Dave Biddle and Steve Helwagen tackle that, the Buckeyes' right tackle situation and much more on the Friday 5ish.

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Football. Is. Here.

Ohio's high school team hit the gridiron for real tonight. It's about time. 

Today's show is a marathon tribute to the sport we all love.

First, Bill Kureilc and Mark Porter join to preview several recruiting decisions, high school prospects to watch and offer a deep dive on elite Ohioan and Anderson star Antwoine Higgins.

Then, NFL Draft expert Dane Brugler from The Athletic joins to preview which Buckeyes will use this season to get themselves ready for riches next spring.

Spend way more than 5ish w...

We are 10 days and counting until Ohio State's showdown with Texas in Columbus. What questions still remain for the Buckeyes with camp wrapping up? Dave Biddle flies solo on the Wednesday 5ish and covers that and much more.

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The Dean is back!

We welcome Bill Kurelic home after a brief sojourn and he hits the recruiting trail running with our Mark Porter on today's show.

Both fulfill their legal obligation to comment on Julian Sayin being named Ohio State's starting quarterback before deep dives on:

* Bralan Womack, Blaine Bradford and our expectations for what comes next.

* Where in Ohio our guys will be focused on when high school games kick off (see: watching future Buckeyes).

* Video of elite Ohio offensive linemen Sam Greer (Ohio State commitment) and...

Is today the day Ryan Day will name his starting quarterback. Ohio State's head coach will meet with the media today around 11:30 a.m. and we think there is a good chance it will happen. Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin discuss that and much more on the Monday 5ish.

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In this edition of the Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy takes a close look at the three biggest tests facing the Buckeyes this fall.

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Well, one of our major offseason concerns remains a major concern with Ohio State's opener against Texas just 15 days away. That being the Buckeyes' seeming lack of quality depth at defensive tackle.

Also, the NCAA is expected to announce its sanctions against Michigan today. We would advise you stock up on popcorn if you haven't already.

Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle cover all of that and much more on the Friday 5ish.

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Can we actually see into the future?

Kind of.

And so can our compadres at 24Sports when it comes to ranking prospects. The network released its initial Class of 2028 rankings on Wednesday and we have the Buckeye-flavored highlights.

We 'introduce' you to the '28 (future) stars you need to know now as Mark Porter handles guest duties all by his lonesome again.

Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

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We have been touting Ohio State's offensive line as a strength all offseason and we still feel that way. But it is interesting that Austin Siereveld is exclusively repping at left tackle right now, with Phillip Daniels and Ethan Onianwa apparently battling it out for the right tackle spot. Onianwa is also receiving some reps inside at guard.

The media spoke with OL coach Tyler Bowen yesterday to get his thoughts, and this situation is the main topic of today's show with Dave Biddle and Matt Baxendell. We also take a look at other notable happenings with...

Better late than never? Is that a way to recruit?

It is for Ohio State ... in certain case.

Mark Porter takes center stage today as we discuss Ohio State recruiting in and out of this great state.

Were Phillip Daniels and Max Klare, for example, misses the first time around or great pickups at the perfect point?

We dive deep on 'crootin vibes, NIL and Ohio getting rolling on the high school gridiron ... and MORE!

Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

On today's show, Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin play the "fill-in-the-blank game" focusing of course on Ohio State football. Also, what are we most interested in hearing from head coach Ryan Day who will meet with the media after practice today?

That and much more is coming your way on the Monday 5ish.

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On this edition of the Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy is joined by Brandon Marcello from CBS Sports to take a close look at the best college football teams in 2025.

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What has caught our eye most through first week of Ohio State's preseason camp? Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle delve into that and much more on the Friday 5ish.

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Ever wonder what it would be like to be the boss at Ohio State?

Well, Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter get to play that out on our podcast today thanks to our Front Row message board. 

We asked for questions and got some great ones. The Dean and Grand Poobah took the queries in stride.

It led to a rollicking discussion before our video peek at the only Class of 2028 commitment currently pledged to the Buckeyes.

Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

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Is Ohio State ready for another season of excellence? 

Sure. But how excellent?

There are goals at Ohio State. One never changes: Conference supremacy. While last season saw Ryan Day and Co. hoist the BIGGEST possible trophy, there was no Big Ten title.

Who stands in the way of that goal this season?

Matt Baxendell is the right source for this because he's been previewing the conference weekly in his Sunday column - The Bucket of Bullets - for several weeks.

Dan Rubin subs in for Dave Biddle was t...

With the season less than a month away, one might think our focus has gone totally away from recruiting.

Wrong!

We always have recruiting on a front burner here and today is no exception. Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter are here to touch on the following topics:

* Three top 60 prospects remain uncommitted in the Class of 2026's Top247. Ohio State is theoretically in the mix for all three. We dive deep on Bralan Womack, Darius Gray and Savion Hiter with their commitments scheduled for later this month.

* Ohio State's season opener...

Ohio State is three practices deep in its preseason camp and Bucknuts was there covering each of them on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. What were our main takeaways? What are our biggest questions moving forward?

Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin tackle that and more on the Monday 5ish.

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What are the five biggest reasons to be optimistic about the 2025 version of Ohio State's football team? Patrick Murphy and Dave Biddle give their opinions and explain why on the BHH.

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What did we learn during Ohio State's first day of preseason camp on Thursday? Dave Biddle flies solo on the Friday 5ish to discuss that and much more.

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