Bucknuts Morning 5

An action-packed, 21-minute edition of the Wednesday 5ish coming your way? You had better believe it. The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle for his usual midweek visit, and there is plenty on the agenda.* Who will be Ohio State's top-three leading rushers in 2020?* Who will be the Buckeyes' top-three leading receivers?* The NFL Draft is exactly two weeks and one day away, and we are fired up about it. Also, the draft is going to shatter ratings records.* The biggest discussion on the show is regarding some college athletic directors and head coaches pushing back on the idea of playing games with no fans in the stands. No one wants to see that happen, but what would you rather have: No football at all, or football with no fans in the stands? Exactly. All of that and more is in store for you on the Wednesday 5ish.

There are two topics bubbling about the Buckeyes these days:* Topic One: Ohio State recruiting is incredible.The latest big timer to get Crystal Balled to the good guys: Tywone Malone. Will the New Jersey native and two-sport star (a 305-pound baseball player?) opt for Team Greg or Team Ryan?* Topic Two: Michigan can't hang with Ohio State.Why is that?Multiple podcasts and Internet inches have been devoted to the question.Duane Long is here to tackle both topics. Both topics were decleated.Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

President Donald Trump held a conference call with the commissioners of the major professional sports leagues in North America on Saturday. Per ESPN, Trump expressed confidence that the NFL season would start on time in September. If the NFL starts on time, one would have to think that bodes very well for the 2020 college football season being played. Now, it must be pointed out that some governors -- such as Gavin Newsom of California -- do not share Trump's optimism that the NFL season will start on time. But even if football season starts late with no fans in the stands, sign us up for that. Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle on today's show to discuss that, plus:* What is the latest on the recruiting front for Ohio State?* Specifically, where do the Buckeyes stand with 2021 defensive tackles Tywone Malone and Marcus Bradley?* What about Terrence Lewis? What's going on with him?* Which of the top targets on OSU's board might announce their commitments over the next month or two?* What was the deal with e

Good morning, Bucknutters! Hopefully this 'unannounced' podcast is a way for you to spend some quality Ohio State time today or whenever. 'Bucknuts Almost Live' was our in-season podcast used to wrap up games and set up the week ahead. Uhh ... things have changed for everyone since the football season. So we thought it would be a good idea to bring back the Sunday podcast to help with our 'Nutters getting through the extended homebody assignment.Now, it's pretty clear this podcast won't follow the same format it did during the season. It will be more of a guest-driven pod for interviews that maybe go even longer than the usual five minutes on the BM5 (we kid, we kid).Our guest today is Dane Brugler, NFL Draft Analyst from The Athletic. He provides the best possible breakdown you can get of the Buckeyes aiming to hear their name called later this month. But we could use your help: Who would you like to hear from on 'Bucknuts Almost Live'? Please use the thread below to offer suggestions.And enjoy today's show!

How is Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields staying sharp during the coronavirus quarantine? Is he doing most of his work in the film room, or is he actually getting on a football field and throwing real footballs to real people? Jonah Booker drops by for his usual Friday visit to talk about what Fields is doing now, plus:* The media will get a chance to interview OSU director of player personnel Mark Pantoni later this morning, and we're happy about it.* What uncommitted 2021 recruits does JBook have his eye on the most?* Are SEC programs getting an advantage over Big Ten programs during the quarantine? Why?All of that and more is in store for you on the Friday 5ish. At least, we think it's Friday.

Today we have the return of the DeanCast. Our guest today is longtime West Coast recruiting insider Brandon Huffman from 247Sports. Nobody knows recruits better in the state of Washington than Huffman.On today’s show we talk:** Where the Buckeyes stand with 5-star WR Emeka Egbuka** Huffman talks D-lineman J.T. Tuimoloau and Ohio State** WR Gee Scott Jr. and his potential with the Buckeyes** Ohio State West Coast recruiting** And more with Huffman, who has 20-plus years West Coast recruiting experience!

How do you provide infotainment to the people when there is no actual sports going on?You turn things over to The Front Row. So that's what we did. We asked Bucknutters to submit questions for 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong.Here is the result.

The news that running back Trey Sermon is coming off a torn LCL -- and not a torn ACL -- is very good news for Sermon and Ohio State. We already had relatively high expectations for the Oklahoma transfer, but now our hopes have risen further. The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus:* Could the 2020 college football season be shortened? Or heavens forbid, canceled? How would a shortened season work? * Ohio State's 2021 recruiting class could go down as the best ever. Not just at OSU, period. Let's talk about it.* Rutgers is out-recruiting Michigan? Rutgers is out-recruiting Michigan!All of that and more is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish.

Duane Long is here as we aim to provide an infotaining respite to your day.Ryan Day can recruit. He can close. But wasn't Urban Meyer the ultimate closer? Has Day approached that level?We get into it.Also: Archie or Zeke?You will get the picture.Spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters!

Which highly-rated 2021 recruit does Bill Greene think is basically "in the class" for Ohio State? Well, you will have to listen to the show to find out. Bank joins Dave Biddle to give a rundown on some of the top 2021 recruits on the Buckeyes' board that have not publicly committed yet. Cliff's Notes: OSU's recruiting momentum won't be slowing down anytime soon and Bank tells you all about it.Also, running back Trey Sermon apparantly tore his LCL -- not his ACL -- and that is very good news.And of course the Buckeyes landed the No. 1 running back in the country, TreVeyon Henderson on Friday, even if that might feel like it was four months ago.All of that and more is coming your way on a lengthy edition of the Monday 5ish.

Will Friday be TreVeyon Henderson day across Buckeye Nation? The 5-star running back is expected to announce his decision at 7 p.m. ET today and Ohio State appears to be in the driver's seat. Jonah Booker drops by for his usual Friday visit to talk all things Henderson, plus:* What affect might the current hiatus have on Ohio State's football team in 2020?* What stood out to JBook regarding Ryan Day's Wednesday teleconference?* Might be the Buckeyes look to add a defensive back to their 2020 roster via the transfer portal?All of that and more is in store for you on the Friday 5ish.

Crystal Balls rolled hard for TreVeyon Henderson to join Ohio State's Class of 2021 fold. Refreshing of whatever info delivery machine you opt for was persistent.Then ... crickets.Should we be worried? Is the nation's No. 1 running back not the future Buckeye we thought he was?247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is here to calm your nerves, let you know how the Class of 2021 will close and brings info on a current Buckeye that has us more optimistic about said player's future than we have been in a while.Spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters!

One of the biggest questions we get at Bucknuts is what is the football team doing right now. On today's show, we answer that question and much more as The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, drops by for his usual Wednesday visit. Also on the docket:* The local media will have a teleconference with Ohio State head coach Ryan Day this afternoon. What are we anxious to hear from the Buckeyes' boss the most? What are you most curious about?* Are the Buckeyes a lock to land 5-star RB TreVeyon Henderson? Or is that going a bit too far?* Let's talk about the elephant in the room: Will we have football in 2020? Might we have a shorten season that removes non-conference games? Or might everything be back to normal long before then?* What are thoughts on the NCAA not granting an extra year of eligibility to 2019-20 winter athletes who did not get a chance to compete for their various championships?All of that and more is in store for you on the Wednesday 5ish.

The additions have come almost daily. Ryan Day and Co. are complementing the roster with elite talent like it's routine.Need a veteran running back to complement the room? How about Trey Sermon?Need an elite back to build around? How about the nation's best?Defensive tackle? Again ... the nation's best?You get the point. Things on the trail are quite good.Who will join the crew?Duane Long is here to put it all in perspective. Can you handle this much positive news at once given our current situation?We are bout to find out. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

Tony Alford is probably sitting around listening to the classic track "How ya like me now?" The Ohio State running backs coach is on fire when it comes to RB recruiting, including landing the best back on the grad transfer market in Trey Sermon. He's also landed 2021 RB recruit Evan Pryor, and TreVeyon Henderson will likely be next. And that will probably happen very soon.Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle on today's show to talk all about the Buckeyes suddenly being in very good shape with running backs, both in the present and the future.All of that and more is coming your way on the Monday 5ish.

Ohio State is in the midst of a recruiting avalanche and Jonah Booker is here to talk all about it. JBook joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit to talk about the recent commitments for the Buckeyes, thoughts on whether 5-star running back Tre'Veyon Henderson could be next to join OSU's 2021 class, plus:* ESPN's FPI rankings heading into the 2020 college football season goes like this: 1. Clemson, 2. Ohio State, 3. Oklahoma, 4. Alabama, 5. Penn State. Does that sound about right? Why or why not?* Which of the 2021 OSU recruits excites JBook the most?* Will Oklahoma grad transfer RB Trey Sermon be a Buckeye?* What is the latest with the nation's No. 1 defensive tackle, J.T. Tuimoloau?* What is going on with Michigan's recruiting efforts? It's still somewhat early, but the Wolverines only have two commits in their 2021 class.* On the basketball front, freshman point guard D.J. Carton has announced he is transferrring from Ohio State. All of that and more is coming your way on the Friday 5ish.

The wait for today's show was extended ... but we aim to make that delay pay.We've got a twofer going: 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong chimes in on Ohio State's No. 1 recruiting class with locomotive tendencies and then 247Sports Hoops Guru Brian Snow breaks down the Buckeyes' basketball season and much more.** Wiltfong spreads wisdom on:* Ohio State's Class of 2021 threatening history* TreVeyon Henderson: Crystal Ball are rolling for the good guys.* How would he fit with Evan Pryor? How does Pryor feel about a two-back system?* What other elite prospects is Ohio State trending for?* Why are so many elite prospects a great fit for Ohio State in this cycle.That right would be enough for at least one show. But there's more ... a lot more. ** Snow offers insight on:* His Final Four and NCAA Tourney champion ... if it actually took place.* NCAA Tourney expectations for OSU?* Should the past season be considered progress for Chris Holtmann?* What's next for D.J. Carton?* Roster review: Who’s coming

These are crazy times, but thank goodness for Ohio State football recruiting and NFL free agency to keep us from going insane. The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle for today's show to discuss the Buckeyes' phenomenal 2021 recruiting class, including Tuesday's commitment of 4-star defensive back Andre Turrentine from Nashville. Also on the docket:* Ohio State now has 14 commitments and is the No. 1 class in the country by a wide margin. How great will the 2021 class end up being for Ryan Day and the Buckeyes?* Is the nation's No. 1 running back, TreVeyon Henderson, going to be next to join OSU's class? The Crystal Ball picks sure look good for Tony Alford and OSU.* What does Bax think about the Buckeyes perhaps landing grad transfer RB Trey Sermon from Oklahoma?* Tom Brady is a Buc. A Tampa Bay Buc. And that is pretty wild. Will he be successful at the age of 43 and without Bill Belichick? And if you're an NFL fan, how much fun was it yesterday to keep hitting refresh on your browser to see th

Yes, the world has hit pause.That is, except for Ohio State recruiting.Since Sunday, Ohio State has added three prospects and will end today with another standout joining the fold.What do we make of such dominance?Duane Long is here to put it all in perspective.Spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters!

The sports world is on hiatus for now, but nothing is slowing down Ohio State's football recruiting momentum. Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle for today's show to discuss the Buckeyes landing high 4-star cornerback Jakailin Johnson on Sunday. That gives OSU 11 commitments in its 2021 class, which is ranked as the No. 1 class in the nation according to the 247Sports Composite.Also on the docket:* Is today going to be another big recruiting day for the Buckeyes? Perhaps even bigger than Sunday?* What is the latest with corner recruit Devonta Smith and running back recruit Evan Pryor?* Running back Trey Sermon is transferring from Oklahoma and will be eligible immediately as a senior in 2021. Bank has put in a Crystal Ball pick for the Buckeyes to land Serman. Even coming off a torn ACL, is Sermon-to-Ohio State a perfect fit for both sides?All of that and more is coming your way on the Monday 5ish.