Bucknuts Morning 5

Branden Bowen has not played in a real football game since October of 2017 against Maryland when he was Ohio State's starting right guard. Bowen suffered a broken leg that day which required multiple surgeries.Now a fifth-year senior, Bowen is running with the first-team offense at right tackle for OSU this spring.Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit to talk about Bowen, and JBook also covers:* What has stood out about Ohio State's spring ball thus far?* Impressions of Justin Fields and Matthew Baldwin.* The Buckeyes' practice this morning is open to the media. What will we be keeping a close eye on?All of that and more on the Friday extravaganza.

Ohio State’s staff is full-speed ahead when it comes to the Class of 2020. Ryan Day and Co. are tasked with showing they can recruit at ‘Meyer level’ without you-know-who around for the cycle.So we thought it was time to take it from the top. Where does Ohio State stand with its top uncommitted targets? We brought it 247Sports Director of Recruiting to answer just that on the following top prospects: * Bryan Breese* Julian Fleming* Sa’vell Smalls* Arik Gilbert* Kelee Ringo* Mekhail Sherman* Kendall Milton* Rakim Jarrett* Darnell Washington* Justin Rogers* Johnny Wilson* Bijan Robinson* Antoine Sampah* Fred Davis II* Jordan Johnson* Clark Phillips III* Darrion Henry Sit back and soak up the knowledge as you spend 5ish with us today, ‘Nutters!

Spring practice begins this morning for Ohio State, and the first hour is open to the media.What will we be looking for the most during the first spring ball of the Ryan Day era? What are the biggest storylines for the Buckeyes?Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to talk about all of that and much more on a jam-packed edition of the Wednesday extravaganza.

Who made money?Who still needs to sell themselves a bit?Duane Long is here to break down all things Buckeyes from the NFL Scouting Combine.Did Nick Bosa pass the doctors' test?Dwayne Haskins is not fast. Kendall Sheffield saw a Brinks truck drive away.The truck may be headed for Mike Weber’s house.But the truck can’t catch Parris Campbell.We put a bow on Ohio State’s trip to the annual talent show and ponder which Buckeyes will be Indy bound a year from now.Spend 5ish with us today, Bucknutters!

Ohio State begins spring football practice this week and Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle on today's show to talk all about it.Also, Helwagen was in Indianapolis for the NFL combine the last several days. What stood out the most? Which OSU players helped themselves the most? Who had a bad week?All of that and more on the Monday extravaganza.

What will Ohio State's starting offensive line look like in 2019?Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit to discuss that, plus:* JBook gives his thoughts on how the former Buckeye players are measuring in at the NFL Combine.* Will Dwayne Haskins be taken higher than Kyler Murray, or no? How high will they go in the draft?* In what round will some of the other former OSU players be selected?* Ohio State's men's basketball team is an underdog at Purdue tomorrow. Can the Buckeyes upset the Boilermakers for the second straight year in West Lafayette?All of that and more on the Friday extravaganza.

This podcast at times tries to help you get to know prospects Ohio State has on its 'Most Wanted List.'These two names are written in ink: Turner Corchran and Nathan Ransom.Both Class of 2020 standout sit high on the Buckeyes recruiting board for the class. Both are interested in the Buckeyes. Both will be a challenge to add to the class.Where does Ohio State stand as of now?247Sports Director Steve Wiltfong is here with knowledge and he's willing to share. Spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters!

It is an action-packed show as The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle to discuss the following:* Ohio State's men's basketball game with a crucial 90-70 victory over Iowa Tuesday night in Columbus, which will be remembered as the coming-out-party for Justin Ahrens. The freshman sharp-shooter exploded for 29 points for the Buckeyes. He had scored just 38 all season entering play.* By every metric available, the Buckeyes (18-10, 8-9 Big Ten) are projected to make the NCAA Tournament.* On the football front, what will Jonah Jackson's role be? Will the Rutgers transfer definitely start at guard, or might he compete with Josh Myers for the starting center spot? He will be a starter at one position or the other, but which will it be?* Even after landing Jackson, Ohio State might not be done on the offensive lineman grad transfer market. Parker Braun from Georgia Tech is interested in OSU, and his father told our Bill Kurelic that Braun will visit Ohio State in March. And if he picks Ohio State, the p

The haters were certain Ohio State's ability to attract talent would wane with Urban Meyer's exit.But you know haters. They're not reliable. Too emotional.What is reliable? Ohio State's ability to attract talent. Still.Despite similar overtures from Oklahoma and Texas, coveted Rutgers transfer offensive lineman Jonah Jackson chose Ohio State yesterday.It's a huge addition to an offensive line in need of quality depth. Jackson is expected to be a plug-and-play starter. What will the front five look like come August 31 when Florida Atlantic comes to town? Who better to opine than our very own Duane Long, who knows a thing or two about the big dudes.We go into depth on Jackson's transfer to Ohio State, preview the NFL Combine starting tomorrow at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis and more!Spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters!

The days are getting longer, the weather is warming up (OK, well maybe not that) and spring ball is just around the corner for Ohio State.In fact, the Buckeyes kick off spring ball exactly one week from today, which is March 4 on your calendars. What are the biggest items of interest for the Buckeyes and head coach Ryan Day this spring?Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to discuss that and more on the Monday extravaganza.

We have a real treat for you today on the Bucknuts DraftCast.NFL Draft guru extraordinaire Dane Brugler joins us to preview NFL Scouting Combine, which kicks off Tuesday in Indianapolis. We have a detailed breakdown of all 10 Buckeyes invited to the league’s biggest offseason talent show. Dane offers expert insight on: *Nick Bosa*Parris Campbell*Johnnie Dixon*Dwayne Haskins*Dre’Mont Jones*Mike Jordan*Terry McLaurin*Isaiah Prince*Kendall Sheffield*Mike WeberWhat are the strengths? Weaknesses? NFL scouting vibes heading in? Sit back and enjoy, ‘Nutters!

Running back Darvon Hubbard decommitted from Ohio State on Thursday -- largely because the Buckeyes had cooled on him.Ohio State still wants to sign two running backs in its 2020 recruiting class. Who might those RBs be?Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit, and JBook has plenty of suggestions and insights.Also, spring practice begins for OSU a week from Monday. Yes, March 4 is when spring ball kicks off. What will JBook be looking for the most on each side of the ball?All of that and more on the Friday extravaganza.

The idea Ohio State recruiting fell off last season is a bit of myth. The Buckeyes finished the 2019 cycle with the nation's No. 14 class. But there's a hook.Recruiting classes gain favor for quantity. Ohio State only took 17 prospects in the class - the fewest among the top 27-ranked programs. But the the Buckeyes' average ranking per recruit was good for No. 3 nationally behind Alabama and Georgia. Still, there was angst about 'No. 14.'That angst is basically gone with the ushering in of the Class of 2020 cycle. This from 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong on the effort:'In 2020, the Buckeyes should be back where everyone is used to seeing them in the 247Sports Composite Rankings, competing for the nation’s No. 1 class. OSU is currently No. 5, led by two of the country’s best offensive linemen in top-ranked offensive tackle Paris Johnson Jr. and top-ranked center Luke Wypler. Quarterback commit Jack Miller was one of the more coveted signal-callers in this class and he has two talented wide out

Ohio State has three proven quality playcallers on the offensive side of the ball. They include head coach Ryan Day, offensive coordinator Kevin Wilson, and first-year passing game coordinator/quarterbacks coach Mike Yurcich.Who will be the primary playcaller out of that group? Yes, it will be a collaborative effort, but who will be making most of the calls?The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle to discuss that and much more on the Wednesday extravaganza.

The Crystal Balls are rolling towards Columbus and the prospects are impressive.Elite wide receivers, sun-shielding offensive linemen, dual-threat defensive backs ... and more.Who are they?How good are they?What would their commitments mean to Ohio State's program?Why are the Buckeyes getting Crystal Ball love?Duane Long is here to spread wisdom and discuss Crystal Ball turns for:* Marcus Rosemy* Reece Atteberry* Julian Fleming* Darrion Henry* Lathan RansomAnd we discuss even more, including the No. 1 player in the Class of 2020. Spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters!

Ohio State is knee deep in the graduate transfer market for offensive linemen.Jonah Jackson took his official visit to Oklahoma over the weekend, and word is the Sooners might lead for his services.The Buckeyes are also in on R.J. Proctor and Parker Braun, but Jackson is the one they really want.Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus:* What are thoughts on the Buckeyes' 2019 offensive line?* What should fans expect from Ohio State's 2019 defense? Could it be really good? Bank sure thinks so.All of that and more on the President's Day extravaganza.

Who are second-year players that could rise up for Ohio State's football team this fall?Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus:* Ohio State is going hard after grad transfer offensive linemen. And we like it.* What are expectations for true freshman RB Marcus Crowley?* It was a really bad loss for Ohio State's basketball team last night at home against Illinois. (We don't spend much time talking about that, though.)All of that and more on the Friday extravaganza.

Much has been made of Ryan Day and Co. possibly shifting their recruiting philosophy. Know this: Elite players still top the charts.Ohio State is locked in serious recruiting battles for some of the nation's best and we start with a check in on several outside the Buckeye State.The Dean of Ohio State Recruiting - THE Bill Kurelic - is here to spread wisdom.We talk about Brian Breese, Fred Davis and the St. John's trio before a look at which in-state targets are making news.Spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters!

A honeymoon period? Not at Ohio State.All right, perhaps right now is the honeymoon period for new head coach Ryan Day. The time of the year when the Buckeyes won't be playing real games.But when the 2019 season arrives, expectations will be extremely high. Especially for a team that is already being picked as a top-5 squad by nearly everyone in the country.The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus:* Will defense actually be a strength for OSU this fall?* How concerned are we about the offensive line? Or are we not that concerned?All of that and more on the Wednesday extravaganza.

Admit it ... you were a little but apprehensive. Even the staunchest Ryan Day supporters couldn't have known for sure what they were getting.And Day needed to hit the ground running. Taking over for a legend in a 365-day gig doesn't allow a lot of time for celebrating the now added cashflow, etc.But so far, so good. Like ... real good.Should be surprised?Duane Long is here to talk Ryan Day, quarterback recruiting, offensive linemen we need and a whole lot more.Spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters!