Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

The College Football Playoff expanding from 12 teams seems inevitable. When the CFP does expand, what's the right amount of teams? Fourteen? What about 16? Are we really serious about 24, or is that far too many? And if the CFP does expand, does that mean conference championship games will be eliminated?

Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle discuss that, take a look at 2027 quarterback recruiting for Ohio State and much more. That is coming your way on the Friday 5ish.

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It's the offseason. Time to cool off, relax and get your mind off football ... if you aren't a real 'NUTTER.

There's no time to relax. It's the height of the grind in recruiting season. We have Mark Porter to prove it.

We open the show with Mark reporting from the road alongside a litany of college coaches on the same summer showcase gauntlet. You'll have to tune in to see where Mark was this morning ... and he was only there briefly before several high-profile stops.

Garrick Hodge also helps carry the show with...

Ohio State signed 17 players via the transfer portal this year, with many of the notable additions coming on the defensive side of the ball. What overall grade would we give the Buckeyes for their haul of players from the portal? Dave Biddle and Patrick Murphy discuss that and much more on the Wednesday 5ish.

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It's that time of year again. Mark Porter has let his family and those close to him know: "I'm busy."

That's because it is 'Showcase Season' in Ohio. High school football fields across the state are filled with college-hopeful prospects, college coaches who share the same hope ... and Mark.

We open the show with Mark - from the road in a car with a new right rear tire - letting you know the gauntlet he's attacking and who he's already seen. You will be impressed.

Then, Garrick Hodge and Dan Rubin try and...

Who are the likely future first-round NFL Draft picks that are currently on Ohio State's roster? Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin discuss that and much more on the Monday 5ish.

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Why are some college football fans hating on Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith? And are the sentiments completely unfair for the Buckeye star? Jonah Booker certainly thinks so. Also, there's not a realistic chance that Julian Sayin would return to OSU for the 2027, right? Wait, there is a chance? Maybe, maybe not.

JBook and Dave Biddle discuss that and much more on the Friday 5ish.

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We are super fortunate to have 247Sports Director of Scouting Andrew Ivins on the show today and our guy came to play.

Enjoy a complete breakdown of Ohio State's Class of 2027 commitments, prospects, vibes and so much more.

Need more than an hour to enjoy it all?

You're in luck.

Spend (way more than) 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

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Juck Miletti from the "Juck on Bucks" podcast and Buckeye Huddle joins Dave Biddle on today's show to talk about Ohio State's offensive line recruiting, and the Buckeyes O-line itself for the 2026 season. Plus, suddenly Julian Sayin is not considered first-round material for the NFL Draft? We are not buying that for a second.

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

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Ohio State has done it again on the recruiting trail and we are here for it.

Columbus native Davis Seaman committed to the Buckeyes on Monday. Though we anticipated good news it was still received with open arms. The Class of 2027 standout from Bishop Waterson has an extremely bright future and it will be in Scarlet and Gray.

How does Seaman's commitment affect Ohio State's Big Board?

Glad you asked!

Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter are here to put that in context, dive deep into all of this month's Big Board...

The media chatted with Ohio State head coach Ryan Day via Zoom Friday afternoon from his home state of New Hampshire and Bucknuts was curious about the status of all of the players who missed all or part of spring ball. Are they are expected to be fully cleared for the start of summer conditioning in two weeks? Day gave a resounding yes, which was obviously music to our ears.

Also, Dan Rubin's draft dream came true when his Dallas Cowboys traded up to land Caleb Downs with the No. 11 pick. Some NFL teams might eventually look...

We have a jam-packed Friday show for you with Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle. How does the projected defensive depth chart look for Ohio State this season? Will the players who missed spring on both sides of the ball all be cleared for summer conditioning when it begins next month? And what are our main takeaways from the first round of the NFL Draft from an OSU perspective?

All of that and more is coming your way on the Friday 5ish.

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The day is here. We've been waiting for the NFL Draft and tonight's first round will take place in Pittsburgh.

But it will have a decidedly Ohio State feel. Five Buckeyes are expected to be chosen in the first round. Four may go in the top 10 - which has not been done in almost 60 years.

You know and love the names: Caleb Downs, Kayden McDonald, Sonny Styles, Arvell Reese and Carnell Tate. That's alphabetical order. It won't be their draft order. 

Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter rank the five Buckeyes as if they w...

Will Austin Siereveld move from left tackle to right guard this season, with Ian Moore taking over at left tackle? What else stands out about Ohio State's projected depth chart on the offensive side of the ball?

Dave Biddle flies solo on the Wednesday 5ish to take a close look at that and more.

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Your Buckeyes had quite a productive weekend. 

Ohio State's annual Spring Game waded through rainy conditions for the talent show and emerged without any notable injuries ... so both sides won!

Mark Porter is here to break down the offense and who flashed. It's a fun video ride.

Among other things, we made Mark talk QB1 vs. QB2 no matter how silly the premise is. 

Garrick Hodge goes into all the recruiting love dispersed and the impact it made.

We also feature film on the newest Buckeye (and Spring Ga...

Ohio State wrapped up its spring practices with the Gray's (defense) 35-26 win over Scarlet (offense) in Saturday's spring game. We learned a lot about the 2026 Buckeyes during March and April, in what was definitely the most-interesting spring ball sessions we have ever covered with 51 new players on the roster.

What are our vibes about this team heading into the 2026 season? Are there any noticeable areas of concern? What might they be?

Also, what starting spots and top backup spots are still up for grabs entering the summer?

Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin...

What was gleaned during Ohio State's spring game on Saturday, which was won by the defense (Gray), 35-26 over the offense (Scarlet)? Our postgame podcast, What We Learned Live, has the answers you are looking for. Host Dave Biddle begins the show by detailing the biggest things he learned about the Buckeyes today and what it might mean for the the 2026 season.

Early in the program, Biddle is joined by Garrick Hodge who provides the latest on what is a big recruiting weekend for OSU, and also his thoughts on the spring game itself.

Then P...

What have we learned this spring about Ohio State, as far as the good, the bad ... and the to-be-determined? Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle give their insights on that and more on the Friday 5ish.

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Patrick Murphy is back with another edition of the Bucknuts Happy Hour

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Will Ohio State take two quarterbacks in the Class of 2027? When will the Buckeyes get another '27 commitment?

Great questions. Even better? We have answers.

Garrick Hodge is here. Mark Porter is here. We dive deep on quarterback Wonderful 'Champ' Monds in the film room and chances he is Ohio State's second QB commitment in '27.

Also, Garrick has learned Pittsburgh area offensive lineman Jimmy Kalis is committing tomorrow ... and the good guys are in nice shape. Our 'Big Board' has Kalis as a Tier II prospect. Perhaps you remember the surname. 

It is Big Man Day, both here on the Bucknuts Morning 5 and over at the WHAC following Ohio State's 13th practice of the spring today. The media will interview several of the Buckeyes' offensive and defensive linemen, plus D-line coach Larry Johnson and O-line coach Tyler Bowen.

On today's show, Dave Biddle and Matt Baxendell do a deep dive on OSU's offensive and defensive lines. What do we like? What do we need to see more of?

That is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish.

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We are back!

Mark Porter returns from vacation to join Garrick Hodge on info extravaganza journey. 

We dive deep on offensive linemen Jackson Roper and Davis Seaman. Both Buckeyes to be? We have thoughts.

Then we hit the film room to preview Mark's 'Buck-Eye In The Sky' breakdown of Kaylon Bailey, the latest Glenville Pipeline candidate.

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

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Ohio State has reached its final week of spring ball, with practices scheduled Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and then the spring game on Saturday. What have we learned about the 2026 Buckeyes through the first 11 practices? What will we be watching the closest during this week?

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

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Ohio State had a title-worthy defense last season ... but no titles. Four Buckeyes from that unit will (likely) be first round draft picks in less than two weeks.

Everyone wants to know: Can Matt Patricia author an encore? Steve Helwagen checks in after another roster deep dive.

We did not stop there. Apparently this basketball portal is here to stay. Steve let's you know how he'd spend "Ohio State's money" in the market.

More? Really?

OK. An Ohioan may not be happy with his transfer destination outside the Buckeyes State.

...

Another big recruiting weekend for Ohio State you need to know all about?

Yep, another one is here and you've come to the right place because we have the right guy: Garrick Hodge.

Despite Mark Porter's absence related to tropical weather, Garrick gets you totally ready for the red carpet.

Who's coming? Where do they sit on Ohio State's 'Big Board'? Garrick has the answers.

We also dive deep on offensive line recruiting and why the Buckeyes are shuffling the deck at the top of Big Board.

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Today marks Ohio State's 10th practice of spring, which means the Buckeyes will be two-thirds of the way through spring ball. What have we learned about the 2026 Buckeyes over the last month? What questions do we still have? And is third-year sophomore safety Leroy Roker one of the surprise stories of spring? We will meet with Roker, a few other defensive backs and OSU's DB coaches today after practice.

Dave Biddle and Steve Helwagen detail what they have gleaned this spring and more on the Wednesday 5ish.

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Can you take two high-profile quarterbacks in one recruiting class? Not an easy deal in the past. But in the newfangled NIL era? Your Buckeyes could make such a deal.

Quarterback Wonderful 'Champ' Monds was on campus this past weekend for Student Appreciate Day and Garrick Hodge is here to discuss the ramifications. 

Will Monds commit to Ohio State's Class of 2027 even though quarterback Brady Edmunds is already a member?

Garrick dives deep to reveal the plan. Mark Porter? No dice. He's off galavanting in a tropical setting.

We also discussed an...

Ohio State brought in several veteran transfers this offseason. With eight practices of spring in the books, which ones have been the most impressive from our vantage point? Who has already proven they will definitely play a lot this season? Who still needs to prove it?

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

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From top-to-bottom, this might be the best Ohio State coaching staff we've seen. And that is saying a lot because we have seen plenty of great ones. Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle discuss that on today's show, plus other developments from the Buckeyes' spring practices.

That is coming your way on the Friday 5ish.

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Pat is back with another BHH.

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The offseason has certain weekends more important than others. This is one of those weekends.

Ohio State will host 'Student Appreciation Day' ... and a litany of elite prospects. Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter are here to tell you who's expected and how plush the red carpet will be. 

Garrick also has an update on prospects visiting Ohio State today. As if that wasn't enough for a show, Mark's 'Buck-Eye In The Sky' video breakdown of top-tier offensive tackle target Caden Moss is waiting for you. 

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

Ryan Day met with the media after Ohio State's sixth practice of spring on Tuesday and a lot of ground was covered. On today's show, Dave Biddle and Matt Baxendell react to some of the most interesting comments that Day made and more.

That is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish.

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Ohio State hosted a litany of elite prospects over the weekend and have plenty headed to Columbus in the coming days.

That means we need a visit from Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter to sort things out. Here's the good news: They work here. 

Garrick and Mark talk Jett Harrison, Mekhi Brown and others before previewing who is expected for 'Student Appreciation Day' this weekend.

We also turn to Mark's 'Buck-Eye In The Sky' film evaluation of Colorado offensive lineman Jackson Roper.

As if that was not enough, we finished with a...

One-third of spring practice is now in the books for Ohio State and we have already gleaned several interesting things about the 2026 Buckeyes. It is also "introductory press conference" season as the media interviewed offensive coordinator Arthur Smith for the first time last Tuesday, defensive tackle James Smith on Thursday and wide receivers coach Cortez Hankton on Saturday.

Will Hankton play a deeper rotation of wideouts for the Buckeyes compared to his predecessor, Brian Hartline?

Also, there is a true freshman WR who is receiving a lot of buzz. And you might not be able...

We are only four practices into spring ball, but defensive tackle James Smith is already turning heads at Ohio State. What can we expect from the Alabama transfer this year? What about the other transfers on the defensive side of the ball, such as Terry Moore, Earl Little Jr., Christian Alliegro, John Walker, plus Smith's best friend and fellow Bama transfer, Qua Russaw?

Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle delve into that and much more on the Friday 5ish.

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How does Ohio State truly value recruiting targets in the Class of 2027? 

In this newfangled NIL era, we know Ohio State (and college football) has shifted to an NFL salary cap-type model. That spurred an update in how recruiting targets are classified in each program.

Who does Ohio State value most? What does the Buckeyes' master list of prospects look like now that cost is assigned to each?

Enter the 'Bucknuts Big Board.' Our Garrick Hodge spent countless hours convening with Ohio State sources and gathering info to put together a modernized l...

Today's show takes a look at the main takeaways from offensive coordinator Arthur Smith's introductory press conference at Ohio State on Tuesday -- and there were a lot of notable comments during what was a very impressive interview. Also, today is the Buckeyes' pro day and we bring you a preview of that.

All of that and more is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish.

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It's a big day for 'Nutters.

Spring practice resumes as the Buckeyes shake off the rust from break. After practice, new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith meets the media for the first time. That's appointment stuff. Carson Hinzman and Luke Montgomery will also hit the podium. Our guys Steve Helwagen, Dave Biddle and Pat Murphy will be there with bells on to bring it all to the 'Nutters.

This show features Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter, per usual. And wouldn't ya know right before we went on air Garrick got confirmation on a big recruiting visitor...

Spring practice resumes for Ohio State on Tuesday and the media will interview new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith for the first time following practice. Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin discuss that and much more on the Monday 5ish.

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Well, that was quick. Ohio State lost to TCU in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday. And what were the Buckeyes doing on that final possession? Switching to football, is a Buckeye offensive lineman about to move to a different spot on the O-line? And can Kenyatta Jackson Jr. be a force off the edge in 2026 for OSU? Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle discuss that and more on the Friday 5ish.

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The NCAA Tournament begins today and Ohio State is in the Big Dance for the first time in four years. In fact, the Buckeyes have the first game of the tournament today at 12:15 p.m. ET against TCU. How far can this OSU team go? And what should the expectations be moving forward? Also, we hope Ryan Day stays at Ohio State for a very long time. When he does decide to leave, is James Laurinaitis next in line to be the Buckeyes' head coach?

Scotty Vegas from 97.1 The Fan in Columbus joins Dave Biddle to discuss...