Ohio State has multiple areas to focus on when it comes to rebuilding a championship roster. On the recruiting front, it's a blend of elite Ohioans and out-of-state targets of note. So today we drill down on an Ohioan - defensive back Rock Hill - and a litany of those not from the Buckeye State expected to visit soon. Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter a…

Which Ohio State products have helped themselves most at the NFL combine? And how many Buckeyes do we expect will be selected in next month's draft? Georgia set the record with 15 in 2022. Will Ohio State tie the Bulldogs? Perhaps set the record with 16 or even 17 players drafted? Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin discuss that and much more on the Monday 5…

Ohio State sent 15 players the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis this week. To the victor's go the spoils ... in this case: NFL cash. Our Steve Helwagen has been there every step of the way and checks in LIVE from Lucas Oil Stadium as he's right in the mix. We discuss all the Buckeye draft chatter and so much more. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., …

Floridian that tops 300 and has been to Ohio State a half-dozen times? The enormous Texan with an offer list to match? The nation's No. 1 offensive lineman? Tyler Bowen wants 'em all ... and so do WE! We are talking big-time offensive line prospects today - among other things. Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter answered a litany of excellent questions fr…

Ohio State players have found success when traveling to Indianapolis in the past. This week could be equally impactful ... to their bottom line. Fifteen Buckeyes descend on Indy for the NFL's annual Draft Combine. Doctors will poke and prod. Buckeyes will run and jump. NFL brass will get Buckeyes of interest behind closed doors. Who is going to shi…

No more TreVeyon Henderson. No more Qunishon Judkins. We've grown accustomed to great running back play here and the expectations for James Peoples and West Virgina transfer C.J. Donaldson are sky-high for the title defense season coming up. But this is Ohio State. We also need a future so bright you need to wear shades. Given that, meet Savion Hit…

How long have you been listening to the dulcet tones of Bucknuts' audio exploits? Those of you that have fought the good fight since the beginning were here for the 'Bucknuts 90' radio show based in Dayton. Sunday mornings haven't been the same since the show ended with host Mark Neal relocating to Minneapolis. He's back! Mark and Dan Rubin head do…

There is much debate on how the future of the College Football Playoff will and should look. On today's show, Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle give their opinions on how the CFP should be shaped moving forward, in terms of how many teams make the cut, how the seeding is determined and all the rest. We also look ahead to spring ball which is less than a…

Happy Anniversary! Your Buckeyes have been NATTY CHAMPS for exactly one month. And what a glorious month it has been? Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter are here to help bask in the winning glow. We also dive DEEP on offseason football stuff like recruiting. Spirited conversation was had! Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! To learn more about listen…

We are still basking in the glow of Ohio State's national championship and we have no plans of slowing down. What are we looking forward to most for spring ball? How good is the Buckeyes' crop of transfers? What kind of impact will Matt Patricia make on the Silver Bullets? Dave Biddle delves into that and much more on the Wednesday 5ish. To learn m…

New offensive line coach Tyler Bowen took over less than a week ago and has made his first offer. Is the offensive lineman from Ohio, California, Texas or Florida? No. Evan Goodwin is from the recruiting hotbed of Bauxite, Arkansas! Of course! We dive deep (see: VIDEO) on the new offer as we try and learn what Bowen is looking for in an offensive l…

The next transfer portal window is almost two months away. April 16-25 to be exact. Ohio State has already landed an impressive crop of transfers to its 2025 roster. However, might the Buckeyes look to add more in April? Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin discuss that, take a look back at the coaching changes that Ryan Day made the last couple of weeks and …

On this edition of the Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy takes a close look at Ohio State's 2025 coaching staff. Did Ryan Day do well? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

Are we praising the hiring of Matt Patricia as Ohio State's defensive coordinator? Or do we have some pessimism? That is the main topic of discussion with Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle on the Friday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visi…

It is not a name we expected when Jim Knowles headed for Happy Valley. Former Detroit Lions head coach and longtime New England Patriots assistant coach Matt Patricia is Ohio State's new defensive coordinator. Patricia is a polarizing figure. What do Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter think of the hire? We dive deep. Other topics include Adam Guthrie's r…

On this edition of the Happy Hour, Patrick Murphy and Dave Biddle discuss the hiring of Matt Patricia as Ohio State's defensive coordinator, plus the promotions of Tim Walton and Matt Guerrieri. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https:/…

Ohio State will have eight new starters on the defensive side of the ball in 2025. Who are they? What do we think about them? That is the crux of the Wednesday 5ish with Dave Biddle and Matt Baxendell. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit …

So that Will Howard did a decent job here in Columbus, huh? He's off to the NFL. That means another Buckeye will need to take the offensive helm. We know the names: Julian Sayin, Lincoln Kienholz, Tavien St. Clair. Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter join to wax poetic on that tussle for snaps. We also dive deep on recruiting given the litany of staff cha…

There was a lot of smoke over the last week that Kansas City Chiefs defensive line coach Joe Cullen might join Ryan Day's staff at Ohio State. However, that no longer appears to be in the cards. So, what will Day do and when will he do it? Well, there is really no rush, although we know he won't wait too much longer. Will the final plan be to promo…

It is a coordinator-themed edition of the show today as Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle discuss Brian Hartline being promoted to offensive coordinator (even though he already held that title) and what might happen with Ohio State's defensive coordinator position. Is Ryan Day -- who just agreed to a seven-year contract extension yesterday that will pay…

Brian Hartline has been handed the keys to Ohio State's offense. Where will he take it? We dive deep on the offensive staff maneuvers today with Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter. Hartline as play caller. New offensive line coach Tyler Bowen. 'New' quarterbacks coach Billy Kessler. How will they fit in on the field? How does this affect recruiting? You'…

We are happy to welcome back Gee Scott Sr. to the Bucknuts Morning 5 today. How high is the standard within Ohio State's football program? Well, we all know it is very high, but as he is known to do, Mr. Scott aka The Buckeye Preacher articulated it perfectly. The standard is 'Straight A's across the board." Why? Because there "Ain't no B-plus in B…

Ohio State is currently searching for an offensive coordinator, defensive coordinator and offensive line coach. Leave your resume at the door. Should we be panicked that those openings exist? Or do we see the absences as a way for heart to grow fonder? Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter are here to make sense of the staff upheaval and offer added perspec…

Another day, another coaching vacancy for the Buckeyes. Hey, that's what happens when you win the national title. Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin take a look at the candidates to replace Chip Kelly and more on the Monday 5ish. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your…

It's always a celebratory mood on the Happy Hour. But less than two weeks removed from a national championship, it is perhaps more jovial than ever. Patrick Murphy guides your way. We also look ahead to the 2025 season for the Buckeyes. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn…