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Bucknuts Almost Live: OSU disrespect 'a good thing' Dec 15, 2019

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Sure, there was no game this weekend. But there is plenty to discuss.

* Joe Burrow won the Heisman Trophy with Chase Young and Justin Fields within hailing distance. It was quite a night and Burrow did a fine job crediting his Ohio roots.

We discuss.

* Jeff Hafley has accepted the Boston College head coaching job. How does this affect Ohio State on the recruiting trail? How about the effect on Clemson prep?

We discuss.

* Also, anyone notice Clemson feels like a prohibitive favorite over Ohio State in the public arena. Why? What's changed?

We discuss.

Spend some quality time with Bucknuts this Sunday a.m.

'Clemson hasn't been hit in the mouth' | CJ Stroud to Ohio State? Dec 13, 2019

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It is Friday and we have a jam-packed edition of the Bucknuts Morning 5 for you as Jonah Booker drops by. On the agenda is the following:

* Thoughts on Ohio State's CFP matchup with Clemson.

* Are the Tigers extremely overconfident? Could this play into the Buckeyes' hands? Also, Clemson has not really been tested this season, save for Mack Brown and North Carolina. Meanwhile, Ohio State is battle tested.

* Will the No. 2 dual-threat quarterback in the country in the 2020 class, CJ Stroud, select Ohio State? He is making his official visit to OSU this weekend and is expected to make his announcement on Wednesday (early signing day).

* Is sophomore safety Josh Proctor earning more playing time for the Buckeyes?

* True freshman offensive tackle Dawand Jones is massive, and not the project everyone thought he was.

* Ohio State athletic director Gene Smith took a lot of flak -- including right here on Bucknuts from staff members. Today, we give Smith his deserved kudos.

All of that and more is coming at you on an extended version of the Friday 5ish.

Countdown to QB? | Next year's playoff teams revealed Dec 12, 2019

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The early signing period kicks off soon. Will Ohio State make a late splash?

Possibly.

We bring in 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong to discuss the following vital topics:

* C.J. Stroud in or out?

* Jack Miller fielding calls?

* Ohio State vs. Clemson: Good getting them first?

* Why Michigan has no chance to beat Ohio State anytime soon.

* Next year's playoff teams. We let you know who has a chance. It's not a long list.

Spend 5ish with us this a.m.

How coaching carousel impacts OSU | 'CFP committee made wrong choice' | Disrespect from Clemson? Dec 11, 2019

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It is Wednesday and there is plenty on the agenda for today's show.

The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle to discuss the following and more:

* Is it now looking like Jeff Hafley will remain at Ohio State and not take the Boston College job?

* Might Kevin Wilson leave to be the head coach at Colorado State? Or is Butch Jones still destined for that job?

* Did Ohio State get the shaft by the College Football Playoff committee? Or is the No. 2 seed what the Buckeyes deserved?

* What are thoughts on the matchup with Clemson in the semifinals?

* Are the Tigers showing a lot of disrespect toward the Buckeyes?

All of that and more is coming at you on the midweek 5ish.

Good getting Clemson first | 'Best quarterback class ever' Dec 10, 2019

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Did you heart drop when Ohio State was revealed as the No. 2 team on Sunday?

If it did, that's understandable. But Duane Long is here today to tell you why the drop could actually benefit the Buckeyes. We explain.

Also:

* Chase Young wins Nagurski Award. Shocker.

* Young, Justin Fields, Jalen Hurts and The Plains' favorite son were nominated and get a NYC trip.

* What scares Duane most about Clemson?

* If C.J. Stroud opts for the Buckeyes, where would the Stroud-Jack Miller combo rank when it comes to all-time Ohio State QB hauls?

Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

Reaction to Buckeyes getting No. 2 seed, matchup with Clemson | Hafley to BC? Dec 09, 2019

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What is reaction to Ohio State getting the No. 2 seed in the College Football Playoff and its matchup with No. 3 seed Clemson?

Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle on today's show to talk about that, plus:

* Did Bank think the Buckeyes were going to get the No. 1 seed?

* Did the committee overreact to one bad half of football from the Buckeyes?

* What are insights regarding the matchup with Ohio State and Clemson? Can the Buckeyes exercise some demons against the Tigers?

* Is OSU co-defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley going to be the new head coach at Boston College?

* How would it impact recruiting if Hafley does take the BC job?

* Early signing day is one week from Wednesday (Dec. 18). Who are recruits Ohio State might add in their 2020 class between now and then? What is the latest with quarterback CJ Stroud?

All of that and more is coming at you on a loaded version of the Monday 5ish.

Bucknuts Almost Live: Who's No. 1? Dec 08, 2019

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Yeah, it wasn't easy. But Ohio State persevered.

The Buckeyes defeated Wisconsin, 34-21, in the B1G title game on Saturday night in Indianapolis.

What does it feel like to be behind by two scores? Ohio State found out for the first time this season and responded. The second half was a return to form and ended with another B1G crown.

What did we think of the effort?

What does it mean to Ohio State's CFP ranking?

The Dean of Ohio State Recruiting Bill Kurelic is here. The People's Champ Matt Baxendell is here.

Hurry up and listen before the CFP rankings are officially announced ...

Style points needed for Buckeyes in B1G title game to keep No. 1 ranking? Dec 06, 2019

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Win and they're in? Of course. Win and they definitely keep the No. 1 seed? Well, it is not so clear.

Ohio State will play Wisconsin in the Big Ten Championship Game, and if the Buckeyes want to retain the No. 1 ranking heading into the College Football Playoffs, do they need style points against the Badgers? Presuming LSU looks good against Georgia in the SEC title game?

Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit to give his answer to that, plus:

* What are thoughts on this rematch? Any worries the Buckeyes are overconfident?

* JBook is amused by the excuses being made by Michigan football fans.

* Could the Jonathon Cooper situation change? Or is he definitely redshirting?

All of that and more is coming at you on the Friday 5ish.

Indy expectations | Taking from Texas, California Dec 05, 2019

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Ohio State is readying for a trip to its second home ... err ... Lucas Oil Stadium for Saturday's B1G title game tussle with Wisconsin. Your Buckeyes will be about a 20-point favorite by kickoff ... and deservedly so.

Why will it be different this time? Ohio State handled Wisky, 38-7, on xxxx.

That's a question we ask Indy resident and 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong.

Wiltfong also dishes on his specialty - 'crootin - as we discuss Donovan Jackson, C.J. Stroud, Greg Schiano back in New Jersey and more.

Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

Ohio State stays No. 1; Day wins COY; Fields will wear bulky knee brace Dec 04, 2019

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There is plenty of Ohio State football to talk about on today's show as The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle. On the docket:

* The Buckeyes staying No. 1 in the College Football Playoff rankings.

* Ryan Day winning Big Ten Coach of the Year by the media.

* Thoughts on the Ohio State-Wisconsin rematch in the Big Ten Championship Game.

* Any worries about quarterback Justin Fields wearing a bulky brace on his left knee due to his MCL sprain?

* We are not sad that Alabama has been eliminated from CFP contention.

* And we close the show with some hoops as the Buckeyes take on North Carolina in Chapel Hill tonight.

All of that and more is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish.

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