Bucknuts Morning 5

We are just eight days away from Ohio State's season-opener at Minnesota, and Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle to discuss the following:* What is to make of the alliance between the Big Ten, Pac 12 and ACC?* What are expectations for C.J. Stroud as the Buckeyes' starting quarterback?* What are thoughts on the opener at Minnesota?* What are thoughts on OSU's linebackers this year?All of that and more is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish.

Elite tight end to start the class? Check. Crystal Ball for top linebacker on board? Check.Ohio State has begun to craft the Class of 2023. It's been quite the strong beginning.Duane Long goes into detail about how strong a beginning it is.But the prime focus of today is finishing strong in '22. Yes, it's been a strong run so far. But to finish on top the Buckeyes need to gain commitments from several elite prospects.Duane lets you know his five to finish '22. Sit back and enjoy.Spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters!

We are 10 days away from Ohio State's season-opener at Minnesota, and over the weekend head coach Ryan Day named C.J. Stroud the Buckeyes' starting quarterback. What are expectations for Stroud now that he has won the job? Is it too much to expect that the redshirt freshman will be first-team All-Big Ten this season? That is likely what Day expects out of him.Also, we will speak with Day, Matt Barnes and the Buckeyes' safeties after practice today. What are thoughts on Josh Proctor and the safeties this year for OSU?All of that and more is coming your way on the Monday 5ish as Dave Biddle flies solo.

What are expectations for Ohio State quarterback Quinn Ewers this season? Are the Buckeyes' linebackers perhaps going to be better than we originally anticipated? What else is standing out from OSU's camp?Jonah Booker drops by for his usual end-of-week visit to discuss that and much more.

It's 'Boom' time again ... we hope.Class of 2023 tight end Ty Lockwood will announce his verbal commitment at 1 p.m. Will we be pleased? Also: The Class of 2024 rankings from 247Sports are out. There's a quarterback at the top. He has interest in Ohio State. Yes, you've seen this movie before but it is sequel worthy.In other news, a Buckeye has left the team. We discuss.247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is here. Let's do this.Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

Which position group has been outstanding throughout Ohio State's camp thus far? The offensive line. Also known as the "Monstars." We are very happy to welcome back Gee Scott Sr. to the show to discuss that, the latest with C.J. Stroud and the quarterback position for the Buckeyes, what fans can expect out of true freshman defensive lineman J.T. Tuimoloau and more.All of that and much more is coming your way on an informative 18-minute edition of the Wednesday 5ish on the 18th day of the month.

Ryan Day made it semi-official yesterday: C.J. Stroud has made a move at quarterback.Shocking? Hardly. Important? Definitely. Impactful on the other QBs? Absolutely.Duane Long is here to break it all down. Also:* Has Ohio State settled on a Class of 2023 QB leader?* Where is Palaie Gaoteote exactly? He transferred to Ohio State ... right? See: tomfoolery, NCAA.All of that and more is coming your way on the Monday 5ish.

Ohio State opens its season at Minnesota in just two-and-a-half weeks and there is much to discuss on today's show as Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle. What is the latest with the Buckeyes' quarterbacks? What about the running backs and linebackers? How about safety? And we close the show taking a look at OSU's kickers and punters this season.All of that and more is coming your way on the Monday 5ish.

There are a lot of intriguing storylines in regard to Ohio State's preseason camp thus far. Could the biggest -- both literally and figuratively -- story be Dawand Jones taking over as the starting right tackle? All 6-foot-8, 370 pounds of him?Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit to discuss Jones, C.J. Stroud getting closer to locking up the starting quarterback job for the Buckeyes and much more.

Which freshmen will make the biggest impact? Whispers out of camp have begun. Who better to put it all in context than 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong. He's been on the current crop of newbies since they were nascent high school stars.Who does Steve think will shine brightest? Does a certain Texan have a legit chance at early playing time? Who has already surprised?Then we get deep on defensive line recruiting in the Class of 2022. Lots of great targets ... no commitments.Should we be worried? Wiltfong brings knowledge per usual.Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

Ohio State is in its second week of camp and it is very easy to already tell that the Buckeyes' offensive line has the chance to be elite this season. On the flip side, should we be concerned about the situation at linebacker for OSU? Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle to discuss that and much more on the Wednesday 5ish.

Ohio State lost an offensive lineman yesterday. What now?Youth is apparently being served at running back? Is that the right approach?Duane Long is here to tackle these Ohio State-related current events. Ryan Jacoby entered the transfer portal. Does that shake up the unit?Miyan Williams is getting first team running back snaps in practice. What does that mean for Master Teague and others?Sit back, relax and soak up the Long knowledge.

Ohio State is one week into camp and there have already been a lot of interesting developments. Dave Biddle flies solo on today's show to give the latest at running back, quarterback, offensive line, defensive end and cornerbacks for the Buckeyes thus far. All of that and more is coming your way on the Monday 5ish.

It is an action-packed version of the Friday show as Jonah Booker drops by for his usual visit. What are early impressions of Ohio State freshman defensive lineman J.T. Tuimoloau? Is he living up to the massive hype? Also, JBook is a firm believer that the Buckeyes' running backs -- specifically TreVeyon Henderson and Miyan Williams -- will be their own version of Reggie Bush and Lendale White this season (but hopefully won't lose to Texas in the national championship game).Also on the docket: What is the best fast food burger? All of that and much more is coming your way on the Friday 5ish.

Out with one household name ... in with another? Maybe so.Ohio State's Class of 2023 quarterback recruit - Quinn Ewers - reclassified to '22 and is en route to Columbus. What does that mean? Will Ohio State go after another high-profile signal caller.Oh, yes. 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wilfong is here to talk about the '23 QB target: Arch Manning. Perhaps you've heard of him?Wiltfong gets into that, Jaheim Singletary's exit and Crystal Balls rolling for several linemen towards the good guys.Spend 5is with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

The Buckeye Preacher aka Gee Scott Sr. is back on the show to spread knowledge. Today, Mr. Scott gives insights on Ohio State beginning preseason camp this morning, his thoughts on the Quinn Ewers saga, what to expect out of the Buckeyes' defense this season and much more.All of that and more is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish.

Ohio State sits at the center of the college football universe right now. As we witness the sport's changing landscape from Ground Zero, it seems every day is an adventure. Yesterday was ... no different.Quinn Ewers is coming ... now ... or at least soon. The Texas phenom reclassified and is headed to Columbus. Four elite quarterback prospects in one room? Yes. Potential for drama. YES.Duane Long is here to offer his perspective on a wild time in Columbus. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

There is much to discuss on the show today as 2022 cornerback Jaheim Singletary de-committed from Ohio State on Sunday. Might he re-commit down the line, or will the Buckeyes need to look elsewhere? Also, quarterback Quinn Ewers -- who is currently the top recruit in the nation in the 2022 class -- might reclassify to the 2021 class and join OSU's team sometime this month.All of that and more is coming your way on the Monday 5ish as Dave Biddle flies solo.

It has been an action-packed week for Ohio State football ... and camp doesn't even start until Tuesday. Jonah Booker drops by for his usual Friday visit to discuss all the high points, including:* Takeaways from the impressive group of recruits that attended the Buckeyes' cookout on Thursday in Columbus and where OSU stands with some of the top prospects who were in town.* What does JBook make of the Quinn Ewers news?* What are his insights on conference expansion in college football and what Ohio State should do?All of that and more is coming your way on the Friday 5ish.

It's never dull on the Buckeyes beat. Quinn Ewers, the high-profile Class of 2023 quarterback committed to Ohio State could be coming a year early.Domino effect anyone? What happens to Ohio State's quarterback room? What happens to quarterback recruiting nationally? Is Ewers a trend setter?It's also 'Cookout' day at the WHAC as the Buckeyes will welcome a litany of 2023 prospects but 2022 and 2024 will also be represented.Who better to wax poetic on said topics than 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong? Nobody.He's here and ready to share. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!