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'I want to see Justin Fields' OSU is 'most talented team in B1G' Aug 02, 2019

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Ohio State kicks off training camp this morning, and Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle to discuss all things Buckeye on today's show.

* JBook can't wait to see how sophomore quarterback Justin Fields looks. How do we think he'll look?

* Is the offensive line going to be a weakness, a strength or somewhere in between?

* What stands out defensively as camp begins?

* Other than middle linebacker, what is the most-intriguing position battle of camp?

* What are expectations for the 2019 Buckeyes? How good will this team be?

* What is JBook's take on Tony Alford and running back recruiting for the Buckeyes?

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

The Joshua Perry Show: 'Coach Stud has some fire under his ass' Aug 01, 2019

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If you are looking for insights on the Ohio State Buckeyes the day before they begin preseason camp, you sure came to the right place.

On this edition of The Joshua Perry Show, the former OSU linebacker, national champion, captain and NFL player dishes on what the Buckeyes will be focused on the most offensively and defensively during camp.

Obviously quarterback Justin Fields will be under the microscope, but so will the offensive line as Joshua points out on the show. What can be expected from the O-line this year? Joshua breaks it all down.

And what will be the biggest focus defensively? Is there anything new to report at the middle linebacker position in particular?

Switching gears to finish the show, Joshua explains how often players give "silent verbals" during the recruiting process, only to change their minds a few weeks later. Yes, this is in direct relation to the Bijan Robinson situation. Also, Joshua gives the scoop on Ohio State running backs coach Tony Alford as a recruiter and as a coach.

Wiltfong on McCord vs. McCarthy, Plan B, site meltdowns Aug 01, 2019

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The Front Row has questions.

247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong has answers.

Boom ... that's a show.

Bucknutters submitted excellent queries for Wiltfong and we got to most of them. Among them:

* Kyle McCord vs. JJ McCarthy

* With Bijan Robinson out, where could Buckeyes turn?

* How much does character figure into 247Sports prospect evaluations?

* Have you ever seen a site meltdown similar to the one we just experienced?

* Can you name a prospect that has surprised you in a camp setting?

All that and more is ready for consumption.

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

'(Stuff) happens, it's recruiting' | Camp kicks off Friday for Buckeyes Jul 31, 2019

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Is it right to play the blame game -- with Ohio State running backs coach Tony Alford being the losing contestant?

Or is Alford taking too much criticism from fans over the likely recruiting miss of 5-star RB Bijan Robinson?

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

* What will happen from here at the RB position for the Buckeyes in their 2020 class?

* Ohio State kicks off preseason camp on Friday. What will be the biggest areas of focus on both sides of the ball for Ryan Day's crew?

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

Duane's secondary breakdown | Bijan ... the heck? Jul 30, 2019

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Bijan Robinson ... what the ...?

Duane Long is here in his usual Tuesday spot and we had to address the Robinson recruitment and the goings on of the last few days.

Yikes.

But then we got back into our position group previews for the season ahead with a complete breakdown of the secondary.

We talked about all 16 defensive backs on the roster expected to get playing time this season and where they fit in.

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

What happened with Bijan? Which RBs are Buckeyes now after? Jul 29, 2019

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Ohio State was the clear favorite to land 5-star running back Bijan Robinson.

Until Sunday arrived.

What changed with Robinson's recruitment?

The Dean of Ohio State Football Recruiting, Bill Kurelic, broke the news on Sunday, and he drops by on today's show to explain what happened.

Also, with Robinson likely headed elsewhere, which running backs could the Buckeyes land in their 2020 class?

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

Which young WRs will step up? | Day taking Harbaugh behind woodshed Jul 26, 2019

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Ohio State head coach Ryan Day says he wants a wide receiver rotation that is six or seven players deep this season.

The top-five WRs appear to be set for the Buckeyes. Therefore, which of Ohio State's reserve wide receivers will step this season and fill out the 6-or-7 man rotation?

Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle to answer that question, plus:

* JBook has some strong words when he compares Ryan Day's recruiting acumen to Jim Harbaugh's.

* How do the Buckeyes stand with 2020 recruits Bijan Robinson, Jaylan Knighton and Elias Ricks?

* And could OSU move on from 2020 offensive line commit Trey Leroux?

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

Four more 5-stars? Jul 25, 2019

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Ohio State is adding elite prospects what seems like daily.

When it is all said and done, how many of the Top 247's 32 5-stars will be Buckeyes?

Who better to address than 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong?

Wiltfong discusses the commitment of Kourt Williams, Bijan Robinson's impending decision and how many Buckeyes have a chance to secure on the remaining 5 star spots in the Top247.

Also: Could Clemson poach one of Ohio's best in the Class of 2021? Wiltfong has the latest.

Spend 5ish with us, 'Nutters!

Another big day on tap for Buckeyes Jul 24, 2019

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Ohio State's 2020 recruiting class continues to get bigger and better.

Today, four-star linebacker Kourt Williams is expected to commit to the Buckeyes, which would give them 22 recruits in their 2020 class, which is ranked No. 3 in the nation per the 247Sports Composite.

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

* Will five-star running back Bijan Robinson commit to Ohio State early next month?

* Just how high will this OSU class finish when it's all said and done?

* What stood out the most from Ohio State's perspective at Big Ten media days in Chicago late last week?

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

Duane Long's O-Line Breakdown Jul 23, 2019

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You know Duane Long.

Duane knows offensive linemen.

That begs the question: Do the Buckeyes know who their offensive linemen are? The head coach said in Chicago only one has secured a starting spot.

So we really do need Duane's complete breakdown of every offensive linemen on the roster. You will get his unabashed evaluation, the five Duane would send out for the opener against Florida Atlantic and what he thinks of the 'coachspeak' surrounding the unit.

We also discussed - what else? - recruiting and the chance Ohio State will add another coveted defensive talent to its Class of 2020 haul.

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

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