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'Looking for Buckeyes to roll big' | Why are some guys MIA? Oct 04, 2019

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The yearly battle between No. 4 Ohio State (5-0, 2-0 Big Ten) and No. 25 Michigan State (4-1, 2-0) will happen Saturday night in Columbus, and Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit to talk all about it. Also on the docket:

* What is going on at right tackle for the Buckeyes? It is surprising that Nicholas Petit-Frere didn't get the call last week when Branden Bowen was hurt? Or does that just say a lot about Joshua Alabi and what he can bring to the table?

* The huge recruiting weekend that is in store for OSU.

* Players who we thought would be seeing more action than they are for Ohio State this year, such as Demario McCall and Jaelen Gill.

* Pete Werner doubters eating crow.

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

Huge weekend in The Shoe | 'The most pivotal recruit left' Oct 03, 2019

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There are recruiting weekends and there are recruiting weekends. We are about to experience one of the latter.

Night game. The Shoe. A (relatively) high-profile opponent in Michigan State. The guest list is a who's who of Ohio State commitments and targets on unofficial and official visits.

So we brought 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong to provide as much knowledge as humanly possible.

Among the prospects discussed:

* Ryan Watts

* Tyler Baron

* C.J. Stroud

* Kevontre Bradford

* Jacolbe Cowan

* Jack Miller

* There's too many to list!

We also discussed which current Buckeyes would be marketing darlings if new NCAA rules are passed and how Ohio State will fare against Michigan State in The Shoe on Saturday night.

If you want to be ready for the big weekend, you'll need to spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters!

What is better about the Buckeyes than expected? Recruiting heating up Oct 02, 2019

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What is better about Ohio State's 2019 team than we expected?

The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle to discuss that on today's show, plus:

* What are thoughts on the Buckeyes' upcoming home night game against Michigan State?

* It is a huge recruiting weekend for OSU and we talk about three 2020 recruits in particular that will be on campus: Running back Kevontre Bradford, defensive end Tyler Baron and quarterback C.J. Stroud.

* How long will co-defensive coordinator/DB coach Jeff Hafley stay at Ohio State? Could he be one-and-done? We hope not.

All of that and much more is coming at you on the Wednesday extravaganza.

Welcome to the party, doubters | QB coming? | Sparty talk Oct 01, 2019

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Welcome to the party, rest of the United States (and elsewhere).

Yes, the national media has come around on the Buckeyes. The first few days of this week have brought more national praise to Ohio State's program than any time since the Natty at Jerry World.

Deservedly so.

Ohio State has been the nation's best team so far. Duane Long is here to put it all in perspective on today's show:

* Looking back at Lincoln. That went well.

* More hyperbolic statements involving Chase Young, Jeffrey Okudah, Josh Myers and Garrett Wilson.

* What does Duane think of defensive end Jacolbe Cowan, the defensive end Crystal Balled to Ohio State that is committing on Friday.

* Huge visit this weekend: quarterback C.J. Stroud will be in from California. Duane shares his thoughts on Stroud and how he could affect Jack Miller and QB recruiting overall.

* What can we expect from the Buckeyes this weekend as three TD favorites against visiting Michigan State?

Spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters!

Is this Ohio State's best team in recent memory? Sep 30, 2019

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Is this the best Ohio State team in recent memory? Or is it far too soon to say that?

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

* Thoughts on how Joshua Alabi played at right tackle in the Buckeyes' 48-7 win over Nebraska.

* The play of OSU's fast and furious defense.

* Looking ahead to the Ohio State-Michigan State game.

* What is the latest on running back recruiting in the 2020 class for the Buckeyes?

All of that and more is coming at you on the Monday extravaganza.

Bucknuts Almost Live: Hyperbole Headquarters Edition! Sep 29, 2019

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Wow. Seriously. Like ... wow.

Ohio State went to Lincoln on Saturday night and straight embarrassed the host Huskers, 48-7. The Buckeyes showed wunderkind coach Scott Frost just how far his team is from threatening the B1G's best squad.

Or is it actually the nation's best squad? You can definitely make that argument after five games ... and we will.

Bill Kurelic, Matt Baxendell and Dave Biddle joined me as we went all hot takey on the Buckeyes and the rest of the season.

Things are very good.

Spend some of your Sunday morning with us, 'Nutters!

Any concerns about Nebraska, or will Buckeyes keep things rolling? Sep 27, 2019

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Ohio State has what is likely its first true test of the 2019 season Saturday night when it faces Nebraska.

Is there a reason for concern for OSU, or will the Buckeyes continue to look like one of the elite teams in the country?

Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus:

* What are predictions for the OSU-Nebraska game, including a final score?

* What are the Cornhuskers' strengths and weaknesses?

* Could the Buckeyes see the return of some defensive linemen tomorrow night?

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

Commitments on the way? | Buckeye for Heisman? Sep 26, 2019

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Ohio State hasn't added a Class of 2020 recruit since California linebacker Kourt Williams joined the fold on July 24.

Are we eight days from the next one?

Defensive lineman Jacolbe Cowan will make his college decision known on October 4. The 6-foot-5, 277-pounder Cowan, from Charlotte (N.C.) Providence Day, is the nation's No. 15 defensive tackle, according to the 247Sports Composite. With an offer list that boasts Ohio State, Alabama, Clemson, Georgia, LSU, Notre Dame and others, Cowan has plenty of options. He visited Columbus on September 15. Will he back for good?

247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is here with the absolute latest on Cowan's impending decision. But that's not all we have on the Class of 2020. Our Bill Greene has made a Crystal Ball pick for Ohio State to flip Cincy native Miyan Williams from Iowa State.

What does Wiltfong think of that? We asked. He answered.

Also: Should Ohio State be on upset alert in Lincoln on Saturday night?

Could a Buckeye not named Justin Fields win the Heisman Trophy?

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

How much better is Justin Fields than expected? Sep 25, 2019

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How much better is Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields than we expected?

The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle for today's show to discuss that, plus:

* Thoughts on OSU's game at Nebraska Saturday night.

* Isaiah Pryor entering the transfer portal.

* Does this mean Josh Proctor will play more?

* Is Michigan who Bax thought they were?

All of that and more is coming at you on the Wednesday extravaganza.

'This game will tell us a lot about Ohio State' Sep 24, 2019

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Ohio State is prepping for a true road test as the trip to Nebraska is here.

Is this the trap game - see @Purdue '18, @Iowa '17 - we all fear?

Duane Long is here to chat all about it. When the schedule was released this was a game that caused concern.

How about now?

Also:

* Safety Isaiah Pryor entered the transfer portal. Surprised? Disappointed?

* Ohio State has offered an in-state running back: Winton Woods standout Miyan Williams. What does think of the offer?

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

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