Buckeye Talk: Ohio State podcast by cleveland.com

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Daily Pod: How will Ohio State complete its top-ranked 2021 recruiting class? Jun 23, 2020

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On this Buckeye Talk episode from cleveland.com, Stephen Means does the heavy lifting in taking a look at Ohio State's 2021 recruiting class, all of its strengths and how the Buckeyes might finish off what is so far a 19-person class. Since last time the guys checked in with a major recruiting dive on this class, a few OSU targets have verbally committed elsewhere. But three major five-star targets still remain, and the Buckeyes seem to be in good shape with at least two of them.

Doug Lesmerises and Nathan Baird are also along for the ride to the discuss a group that is clearly ranked No. 1 in the ratings, far ahead of second-place Clemson. The '21 class is gonna be good, the question is just how good, and that's what the guys tried to answer here.

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Who will lead Ohio State in interceptions in 2020? Mark It Down Monday Jun 22, 2020

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Mark. It. Down. Doug Lesmerises, Nathan Baird and Stephen Means are back for another prediction pod, where they put their name on their expectations for the 2020 season and invite eventual praise or ridicule.

Today's topic follows up on a similar theme from earlier in the series. Who will lead Ohio State football in interceptions in 2020? Shaun Wade is the secondary's lone returning starter. However, some of the role player rising into featured spots have shown an ability to make plays on the ball and create turnovers.

For the first time during Mark It Down Monday, the Buckeye Talk panel was in complete agreement as to the player in question. As always our Subtext subscribers also weighed in with their picks -- including a few surprising names.

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Bonus Pod: Everything we think about Ohio State football for the 2020 season Jun 20, 2020

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It's a bonus Saturday episode of Buckeye Talk from cleveland.com. Doug, Nathan and Stephen recorded this to be the Friday podcast before the news broke about Ohio State scheduling Alabama, and they couldn't delay talking about that. So this now became an extra Buckeye Talk treat. But it matters.

Because the guys are resetting everything on this episode, so they don't forget it for later.

They go through every Ohio State position group in quick fashion and they talk about the coaches and the expectations for this season, just so listeners have no doubt about their views on the 2020 Ohio State Buckeyes.

Sometimes everyone needs to take a step back, and that's what this episode is about, and by the end, their thoughts on Ohio State football this season cannot be in doubt.

Thanks as always for listening to Buckeye Talk.

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Daily Pod: Will Nick Saban and Ryan Day be around for Ohio State vs. Alabama in 2027? Jun 19, 2020

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On this Friday episode of Buckeye Talk, it's time to talk Bama. Ohio State and Alabama agreed to a home-and-home series in 2027 and 2028 and Doug Lesmerises, Nathan Baird and Stephen Means are fired up to talk about this matchup that is just seven short years away. Well, Doug is really fired up.

Will head coaches Nick Saban and Ryan Day still be leading their teams in 2027? Is this good or bad for the teams' college football playoff hopes? Will Doug, Nathan and Stephen be around to cover these games?

In addition, Michael Casagrande, an Alabama beat writer for AL.com, stops by to talk about the series and the agreement from the Crimson Tide side of things.

A series like this deserves an entire podcast, and that's what cleveland.com is bringing you. Thanks for listening.

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Buckeye Talk Headlines: June 19 Jun 19, 2020

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Ohio State football schedules a series with Alabama in 2027 and 2028.

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Daily Pod: Ohio State's 5 biggest recruiting misses of the last 5 years Jun 18, 2020

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Last week, Buckeye Talk dealt with Ohio State's five biggest recruiting hits of the last five years. Now, it's time for the misses. On this episode, Doug Lesmerises lists his top five misses and gathers up the votes from text subscribers. In-state offensive tackle Jackson Carman, who chose Clemson over the Buckeyes in 2018, is mentioned, but where does he rank for Doug and the texters?

There are also rapid fire questions, starting with whether Ohio State is to Oregon as Clemson is to Ohio State, meaning one national power that the other can't get past. Then there are questions on Al Washington, Demario McCall and movies we'd make people watch.

Thanks to the text subscribers for the great topics, and thanks to you for listening to Buckeye Talk from cleveland.com.

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Ep. 281: Ohio State vs. Penn State preview, could the Nittany Lions reach the level of the Buckeyes? Jun 17, 2020

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The season schedule preview has reached maybe the toughest test of 2020 for the Ohio State Buckeyes and their national title hopes -- Oct. 24 at Penn State.

On this big Wednesday podcast, Doug Lesmerises is joined by Penn State writer Bob Flounders of PennLive.com for an in-depth look at the Nittany Lions. There's All-American linebacker Micah Parsons on defense, quarterback Sean Clifford on offense and what the future holds for coach James Franklin. Also, what will it mean for this OSU road trip if there aren't fans in the stands at Beaver Stadium, or if the crowd is limited?

Then Doug, Nathan Baird and Stephen Means look at the Nittany Lions from the Buckeyes' perspective:

-- Could Ohio State lose at Penn State this season and still win the national title?

-- Where does Penn State rank among the best programs in the country? The guys debate them in the top seven.

-- Is Penn State recruiting at a level that can keep the Nittany Lions competitive with Ohio State?

-- And what if Justin Fields had maintained his original recruiting commitment to Penn State?

There's a lot here, and you should enjoy all of it. If you care about Ohio State, this is the Big Ten opponent you should know the most about, and you'll be more informed about the Nittany Lions after this. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk from cleveland.com.

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Daily Pod: Ohio State sleepers ready to break out; what's with the coronavirus pledge? Jun 16, 2020

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On this Buckeye Talk episode from cleveland.com, Stephen Means is back to join Doug Lesmerises and Nathan Baird in diving into the issues around Ohio State as the guys do some more rapid fire questions.

Which Ohio State player could be a sleeper ready to break out this season? Which Buckeye will be missed the most after the 2020 season? What about Kerry Coombs as a potential Ohio State head coach down the line? And what are the best concerts they guys have ever attended?

Beyond the quick answers, Doug, Stephen and Nathan talk about the news surrounding Ohio State having its athletes sign a coronavirus pledge before returning for voluntary workouts. What did that say about the relationship between the school and the players, and do the guys agree with that policy?

There are some quick discussions and a more in-depth one, and it's all part of another Buckeye Talk. Thanks for listening.

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Will Ohio State running back Trey Sermon be first team All-Big Ten in 2020? Mark It Down Monday Jun 15, 2020

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Mark It Down Monday on Buckeye Talk is about taking a stand on our assessment of Ohio State football. This week’s topic lays out exactly what we expect from one of the Buckeyes’ most important newcomers.

Will Ohio State running back Trey Sermon be first team All-Big Ten in 2020? Doug Lesmerises and Nathan Baird debate the various angles. From potential usage to how he fits in the offense to Sermon's injury history to the other top running backs in the Big Ten Conference, they look at how likely the Oklahoma grad transfer is to succeed J.K. Dobbins as a first-team selection.

Then they turn to the Buckeye Talk Subtext subscribers for their collective vote and their reasons why they are optimistic about Sermon's ceiling for 2020 or why they have lingering questions or concerns.

If you’re not already a Buckeye Talk Subtext subscriber, text 614-350-3315 for breaking new and analysis and to participate in the polls and include your comments on this daily podcast.

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Daily Pod: Ohio State's 5 biggest recruiting hits of the last 5 years Jun 12, 2020

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On this Friday Buckeye Talk podcast from cleveland.com, Doug Lesmerises and Nathan Baird are going rapid fire again, answering questions from text subscribers. If you'd like to ask them questions, sign up for a free text trial by texting 614-350-3315.

Honestly, it's not all that rapid fire. But there are a lot of questions. Such as:

Which Buckeye would it hurt to lose the most if he decided to give up football?
As journalists, would Nathan and Doug rather cover success or controversy?
Is there any chance Ryan Day leaves for the NFL soon?
Who is their favorite non-Buckeye player to cover?
Is Ryan Day at the same level as Lincoln Riley as a quarterback whisperer?
And who are the top five best recruiting hits for the Buckeyes of the last five years? (We'll get to the five biggest misses on a later podcast).

As always, the guys love the questions that texters send. And they hope you'll enjoy hearing the answers. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk.

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