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Wave of good news for Buckeyes? | Latest vibes on Judkins Jan 08, 2024

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It was not that long ago when there was seemingly a flood of bad news surrounding Ohio State's football program. In fact, it was roughly a week ago.

But now? The Buckeyes have seen a steady wave of good news and it might keep on coming. We are talking about upperclassmen foregoing the NFL to remain at OSU for another season. We are referring to the Buckeyes landing quality transfers such as quarterback Will Howard and center Seth McLaughlin. And we are referencing good news on the recruiting front, such as Ohio State landing the No. 1 cornerback in the country in the 2025 class, Devin Sanchez.

Could running back Quinshon Judkins -- an Ole Miss transfer -- be next to become a Buckeye? He's currently in Columbus on a visit.

Dan Rubin and Dave Biddle discuss all of that, give opinions on what to expect from Jeremiah Smith as a freshman, look ahead to tonight's national championship game and much more.

All of that is coming your way on the Monday 5ish.

Buckeyes land Will Howard | 2024 expectations for OSU? Jan 05, 2024

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Ohio State landed quarterback Will Howard from the portal on Thursday. What are expectations for the fifth-year senior in what will be his lone season at OSU? Also, in general, what are our expectations for the 2024 Buckeyes?

Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle discuss that and much more on the Friday 5ish.

Bucknuts Happy Hour: Bringing perspective as Buckeyes head into 2024 Jan 04, 2024

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Patrick Murphy is bringing perspective as he analyzes the state of Ohio State's program heading into 2024, and is joined by Tim Hall from 97.1 The Fan.

Where there's a Will ... | Retention rate | Psyched for Sanchez Saturday? Jan 04, 2024

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We've talked here on the BM5 about this offseason's sail through uncharted waters. Some chose to hunker down and deal with big waves. Others hopped overboard.

As it turns out, the Buckeyes could be approaching calmer waters. All signs point to Ohio State adding transfer portal quarterback Will Howard.

Concerted efforts are being made to retain multiple key Buckeyes. Tyleik Williams has already announced that he's coming back. Advantage Ohio State.

What's next?

Who's in? Who's out?

Also: Prime recruiting target Devin Sanchez is announcing his commitment on Saturday. We are PSYCHED for some GREAT news.

Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter are here to chop it up.

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

What changes need made? Jan 03, 2024

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The 2023 season ended with a dud for Ohio State and now there are serious questions that need to be answered. What changes will Ryan Day make to his coaching staff? What is the deal with some of the troubling rumors we have heard, such as the team only having light practices leading up to the Cotton Bowl and not even utilizing all of their practice time?

Is there good news to report? Well, not yet, but we continue to hear that a lot of upperclassmen are going to return for the 2024 season. There will also be players the Buckeyes bring in from the portal. Could quarterback Will Howard be one of them?

Dave Biddle and Matt Baxendell discuss all of that and much more on this edition of the Wednesday 5ish.

Offseason upheaval ... or not? | Recruiting trail chops update Jan 02, 2024

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Happy New Year, 'Nutters. We have a power-packed show for you today and we sail off into '24.

What to make of an abysmal Cotton Bowl performance? Who stays? Who goes? We are talking players and staff here, people.

Pat Murphy is here to handle all of your team upheaval.

As if that wasn't enough, we bring in 247Sports recruiting guru Steve Wiltfong to macro and micro when it comes to Ohio State in the current recruiting scene.

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

What We Learned Live: Buckeyes listless in 14-3 loss to Mizzou Dec 30, 2023

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There are losses and then there are embarrassing losses. Ohio State's 14-3 defeat to Missouri in the Cotton Bowl on Friday falls in the latter category. On our postgame podcast, What We Learned Live, host Dave Biddle is joined by Heath Schneider, Matt Baxendell, Jonah Booker, Patrick Murphy and Steve Helwagen.

Misery loves company, so come right in!

Will Buckeyes get job done tonight? | Any smoke to Will Howard rumors? Dec 29, 2023

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It is game day for the final time in 2023 for Ohio State as the Buckeyes will take on Missouri in the Cotton Bowl tonight in Dallas (8 p.m. ET; ESPN). The No. 7 Buckeyes (11-1) are now up to 4.5-point favorites over the No. 9 Tigers (10-2). Are we confident OSU will get the job done and end their season on a high note against a very good team? Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle delve into all things Cotton Bowl, plus:

* Is there any smoke to these Will Howard rumors? Some are predicting that Howard -- an accomplished quarterback who is transferring from Kansas State -- will join the Buckeyes' roster in early January.

* But what if Devin Brown balls out tonight? Does that change the calculus? Or perhaps Ryan Day is not really considering Howard and is confident in Brown, Lincoln Kienholz and Air Noland headed into 2024? Regardless, we're excited to see what Brown can do in his first collegiate start.

* What are our final score predictions for tonight's game?

* Which players from Ohio State are likely to turn pro early?

* What coaching changes will Day make in the weeks after the game?

All of that and much more is coming your way on a game-day version of the Friday 5ish.

Bucknuts Happy Hour: Breaking down Cotton Bowl week Dec 28, 2023

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Patrick Murphy and Steve Helwagen come at you live from Dallas on this edition of the Happy Hour, as we are merely hours away from Ohio State's matchup against Missouri in the Cotton Bowl.

Hard Cotton? | Lowe key | Return engagements Dec 28, 2023

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Real football is coming ... Ohio State style. We are about 36 hours or so from The Cotton Bowl's kickoff vs. Missouri in Dallas.

What do we make of so many Buckeyes actually playing ... you know ... football in the game? Does it say anything about team culture?

Also, how will Ohio State fare against the SEC opponent.

Our Bill Kurelic and Mark Porter are here to wax poetic on the bowl game, talk Class of 2025 recruiting priorities and answer all the live viewer questions we can handle from You Tube, X and Facebook.

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

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