Bucknuts Morning 5

What have we learned about the 2026 Ohio State football team through the first nine days of training camp? Which players could be headed for breakout seasons? Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle delve into that and more on the Friday 5ish.(1:40) - Introduction(2:05) - Biggest thing JBook has learned during camp(2:55) - The rise of freshman DB Jay Timmons(7:41) - Takeaways from Matt Patricia interview(10:09) - The impact of Arthur Smith as OC(15:14) - Who will be the breakout players for Buckeyes?(32:53) - 60% off a Bucknuts subscription!

Las Vegas is in. The AFCA coaches are in. The USA Today is in. CBS Sports is in. All have Ohio State ranked No. 1 to start this season.So why does Ohio State have so many other pundits (and several 'Nutters) doubting this season's success? Is Ohio State's schedule so daunting the odds are actually stacked against them? It seems that slate and another talent drain courtesy of the NFL actually has national types disagreeing with the polls.Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter join and we tackle that dichotomy first. Then it's ... * A deep dive into positions Ohio State is focused on to fill out the Class of 2027.* Highlights of Garrick's conversation with Class of 2029 commitment Austin Miller.* 'Buck-Eye In The Sky' scouting video on coveted prospect Casey Barner.Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!(0:00) INTRO(1:55) Is Ohio State really the national title favorite?(11:15) Which positions are the Buckeyes focusing on to fill out ’27 class?(28:45)

What is the biggest story thus far from Ohio State's training camp? What kind of impact will offensive coordinator Arthur Smith have on the Buckeyes' offense this season? Has Ohio State's recruiting philosophy changed? Should it?Dave Biddle and Patrick Murphy tackle that and much more on the Wednesday 5ish.(1:45) - Introduction (2:30)- Biggest story of camp thus far (6:51) - Second-biggest story of camp (9:46) - The rise of Devin McCuin (15:15) - What kind of impact will OC Arthur Smith have? (26:17) - Has OSU's recruiting philosophy changed?

It's all really happening. Ohio State is hard at work on the field. Progress is apparent. Ohio State is hard at work on the recruiting trail. Progress is apparent. That's where we come in! Let's talk about who has emerged at camp and about Ohio State's huge addition at quarterback over the weekend.We've got Garrick Hodge. We've got Mark Porter. We've got updated practice info and opinions and a complete breakdown of how Christopher Vargas became the latest in an elite quarterback lineage.Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!(0:00) INTRO (2:00) What is Ohio State getting in new quarterback commitment Christopher Vargas?(4:25) Was this the most clockwork out-of-state recruitment we’ve seen?(10:02) Garrick breaks down who impressed in Ohio State’s first week of fall camp(25:03) What’s the latest on wide receiver commitment Jamier Brown and his senior high school season?

Who has stood out the most for Ohio State through the first four practices of camp? Some of the names are Isaiah West, Devin McCuin and Jay Timmons, but there are others. What are the biggest questions we have as the Buckeyes begin their second week of camp?Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin delve into that and more on the Monday 5ish.(1:53) - Introduction (2:46) - Isaiah West stepping up (6:10) - So is Devin McCuin (9:00) - Jay Timmons getting first-team reps (11:42) - Riley Pettijohn getting first-team reps (16:20) - How are the DTs looking? (18:40) - Legend Bey chatter (21:25) - Best OL configuration (27:01) - Buckeyes land elite QB Christopher Vargas

There was much that was gleaned during the first day of Ohio State's preseason camp on Thursday, and Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle are going to talk all about it on today's show. Among the players discussed are Legend Bey, Ian Moore, Austin Siereveld, Isaiah West, Dominick Kelly, Will Smith Jr. and more.And what are we most curious to see today during the second day of camp?That is coming your way on the Friday 5ish.(2:22) - Legend Bey held out of practice(4:35) - Ian Moore to left tackle(10:30) - Running back talk(20:27) - Will Smith Jr. stepping up

Our long wait is over ... FALL CAMP is here.That's right. Football is back .... HALLELJUAH!Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter join to preview today's events, answer all the best questions from our Front Row and a whole lot more.Jamier Brown update? Christopher Vargas weekend commitment vibes? Braylon Clark's recruitment tightening? Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!(0:00) INTRO(2:00) Garrick and Mark preview Day One of Ohio State camp and what's expected(8:40) What's the latest with wide receiver commitment Jamier Brown's high school move(20:00) Which Ohio State commitments are dual-sport threats?(22:15) Wide receiver Braylon Clark tweaks his commitment schedule(26:10) How we're feeling about Christopher Vargas announcing his commitment this weekend(31:07) Can a MAC team like Kent State actually put a scare into Ohio State?(33:12) Does it benefit Ohio State to schedule an out-of-conference heavyweight like Texas?

It is mailbag Wednesday as Dave Biddle flies solo on today's show and answers several questions from Bucknuts subscribers with preseason camp kicking off tomorrow for the Buckeyes. Also, the Coaches Poll was released on Tuesday and Ohio State is ranked No. 1 in the country.That is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish.(1:00) - Introduction(2:20) - Questions from subscribers (20:20) - Will the Protect College Sports Bill pass? (32:20) - How many teams have a legit chance of winning the national title this year?

Ohio State wrapped up Class of 2027 quarterback recruiting when Brady Edmunds confirmed his intentions last month.Are the Buckeyes about to handle '28 quarterback recruiting as well? Highly-coveted signal caller Christopher Rodriguez will announce his decision on Saturday.Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter are here to provide ... optimism on that front.We also let you know how the Protect College Sports Act and potential five-year eligibility rule would impact Ohio State.Then it's three visitors to watch early in the season before Mark dives deep on a Springfield (Ohio) offensive lineman boasting an Ohio State offer.Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!(0:00) INTRO(2:00) Coveted quarterback Christopher Rodriguez will announce commitment on Saturday (14:15) The five-year eligibility rule and it’s potential impact(18:15) Will the Protect College Sports Act provide protection for Buckeyes?(25:10) Three early visits Garrick is watching for this season(40:05) Mark dives deep in film room on prospect Kavon Blackm

Ohio State's preseason camp opens Thursday morning and Bucknuts will be there in full force. What are the biggest storylines facing the Buckeyes as practice begins? What were the main takeaways from Big Ten Media Days? Will Ohio State go after any fifth-year players who just received an extra year of eligibility?Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin delve into that and much more on the Monday 5ish.(0:00) - Introduction(2:55) - Buckeyes entering camp healthy(5:35) - Main storylines we'll be following when camp begins Thursday(23:50) - Will OSU go after any fifth-year players who just received an extra year?

Ohio State's preseason camp begins next week and a few starting spots remain unsettled. What are the positions we're speaking of? And who do we predict will claim those starting spots?Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle delve into that, plus main takeaways from Big Ten Media Days, on the Friday 5ish.

Welcome to another power-packed show, 'Nutters!Garrick Hodge reports LIVE from Chicago on Ohio State's media days performance and all the nuts and bolts of how things went down.Mark Porter is here to wax poetic on all things recruiting and break down Tranard Roberts's film. Is he NOW the running back to watch in the Class of 2027 as the player who will not be named opted for Oranger pastures.We also dive deep on the latest Top247 update for the Class of 2028 and which elite prospects have emerged as Ohio State's prime targets for the cycle.Spend 5ish with us this a..m, 'Nutters!

We're back in Chicago and we feel it. Big Ten Media Days are upon us and all of Ohio State's interviews will happen today. What are we most curious to hear about from Ryan Day, Jeremiah Smith, Julian Sayin and Jaylen McClain. What stood out from Tony Petitti yesterday?Dave Biddle flies solo on today's show to discuss that and much more.

Garrick Hodge is back! Did he schedule his vacation tactically? We address.Mark Porter also joins and first we allow Garrick space on David Gabriel-Georges saying 'no' and Brady Edmunds saying 'yes.'Then it's more QB chatter, D.J. Jacobs vibes and a video deep dive on elite wide receiver Braylon Clark.We finish with a quick B1G Media Days preview as Garrick is in Chicago for the festivities. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! 

Which transfers will make the biggest impacts for Ohio State this season? Will defensive back Earl Little Jr. be one of them? Who else will be in the mix?Also, Big Ten Media Days are almost upon us. The event will be held in Chicago this week from Tuesday-Thursday, with all of Ohio State's obligations happening on Wednesday. What are we most curious to hear about from Ryan Day, Jeremiah Smith, Julian Sayin and Jaylen McClain? What about other coaches and players in the conference?Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin discuss that and much more on the Monday 5ish.

Quarterback Brady Edmunds announced on Thursday that he will remain in Ohio State's 2027 recruiting class. The 4-star Edmunds considered flipping to UCLA, but decided Columbus is where he wanted to be. That is the main topic of conversation on today's show with Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle, but many other OSU football topics are broached, including the Buckeyes wearing a jersey patch this season.

Look outside. Are there signs of life? Did the sun rise?Of course it did. David Gabriel-Georges picked Tennessee over Ohio State yesterday, ending a furious recruiting tussle that lasted well over a year.This just in: Ohio State still plans to play the '26 season.Mark Porter joins Dan Rubin to put the DGG experience in context before diving deep on an NFL legacy's film that evokes memories of his father and would look just fine in Scarlet and Gray. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

After months (years?) of speculation, 5-star running back David Gabriel Georges will announce his decision today. Most insiders feel that Tennessee will be his choice, but could DGG pull a surprise announcement and select Ohio State?Also, The Athletic did its yearly college football quarterback rankings, and OSU's Julian Sayin came in at No. 5. Does that sound about right? Who were the four QBs ranked ahead of him? Where did the other Big Ten quarterbacks land on the list?Dave Biddle and Matt Baxendell discuss that and much more on the Wednesday 5ish.

We've been on the David Gabriel-Georges recruiting rollercoaster for what feels like ... an eternity. But the ride comes to an end tomorrow. Will it be a thrilling experience we look back on with affection? Uhhh ... we will see.It's the third high-profile courtship in recent memory that saw Ohio State and Tennessee come down to the wire. David Sanders chose Tennessee. Legend Bey chose (!!!!) Ohio State. Many signs point to the elite Class of 2027 running back choosing Tennessee. But we've come this far, let's finish strong! Mark Porter is here while Garrick Hodge - in a bout of clairvoyance - is on vacation this week. We look at scouting video of DGG, talk about the impact of his decision - both ways - and explore who could hop on the radar if DGG falls off.Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

It is Mailbag Monday as Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin answer questions from Bucknuts subscribers on today's show. What will be Ohio State's toughest game as they navigate what looks like the most-difficult schedule they have played in recent memory? If the Buckeyes do not land David Gabriel Georges this Wednesday, what are other running back options for Carlos Locklyn and crew for the 2027 class? Does this year's Ohio State squad have a weakness? If so, what is it?Those are just a sampling of questions on the Buckeyes that will be answered on the Monday 5ish.