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BREAKING: Ryan Day Adds 3 Assistant Coaches To Ohio State Football Staff Feb 20, 2025

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In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the breaking news that Ohio State head coach Ryan Day is expanding his offensive line coaching staff by hiring Wendy Laurent, Charles Dickey, and Marcus Johnson. They delve into the roles these new additions will play, the impact on the existing coaching staff, and what this means for the future of Ohio State Buckeyes football. Tune in for an in-depth conversation on the latest developments in Ohio State's coaching strategy and staff adjustments.
00:00 Welcome to the Buckeye Weekly Podcast
00:29 Ohio State's New Offensive Line Coaching Staff
01:23 Impact on Tim Drevno's Situation
02:21 Coaching Staff Changes Post-National Championship
03:43 Role of New Analysts in Coaching
04:22 Recruiting and Coaching Backgrounds
05:18 Jim Knowles' Influence on New Hires
07:39 Challenges and Opportunities for the Offensive Line
11:43 Spring Ball and Coaching Announcements
15:56 Offseason Schedule and Recruiting
21:02 Fan Engagement and National Championship Confetti
22:26 Challenges in Recruiting: The Role of Support Staff
24:26 High School Basketball and Patrick Henry Patriots
25:33 Strength Training and Jeremiah Smith
27:23 Chris Henry Jr.'s Recruitment Journey
34:29 NIL and Ohio State's Financial Landscape
40:30 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans

Is The Big Ten And The SEC's Greed About To Make College Football Worse? Feb 18, 2025

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In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman dive into Ross Dellenger's Yahoo Sports report about the possible expansion of the College Football Playoff to 16 teams. They discuss the momentum behind the SEC and Big Ten's push for four automatic qualifiers each and what that means for the future of college football. The hosts also explore potential adjustments to conference championship weekends, the implications for regular season scheduling, and the overall impact on the sport. Tune in for an in-depth analysis of how these changes could shape the landscape of college football.
00:00 Introduction and Opening Remarks
00:40 Discussion on College Football Playoff Expansion
03:18 Automatic Qualifiers and Conference Power Dynamics
07:11 Impact of NIL and SEC's Performance
13:41 Conference Championship Weekend Changes
32:01 Potential Big Ten and SEC Matchups
38:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

BONUS: Buckeye Banter With Greg Bellisari Feb 14, 2025

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This is a special bonus episode, giving you a sample of the newest podcast on the Buckeye Huddle podcast network, Buckeye Banter.
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The two share highlights of Bellisari's journey to Ohio State, his career with the Buckeyes and the life he built after shedding the pads.
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BREAKING: Ohio State Hiring Matt Patricia As New Defensive Coordinator Feb 12, 2025

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Ohio State head coach Ryan Day has tabbed former New England Patriots Defensive Coordinator Matt Patricia as his new Defensive Coordinator.
What will this mean for the Buckeyes' 2025 season, and what will the rest of the coaching staff look like?
Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss it all on this special live breaking news episode of the Buckeye Weekly podcast.

BREAKING: Keenan Bailey Named Ohio State Co-Offensive Coordinator, Jim Tressel Named Lt. Governor Feb 11, 2025

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In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the surprising news of Ohio Governor Mike DeWine naming former Ohio State head coach Jim Tressel as his new Lieutenant Governor for the final two years of his term. The hosts delve into Tressel's extensive background and the impact of his new role. Additionally, Tony and Tom break down the promotion of Ohio State tight ends coach Keenan Bailey to co-offensive coordinator, emphasizing his impressive track record and the reasons behind this significant move within the Buckeyes' coaching staff.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:02 Breaking News: Jim Tressel Named Lieutenant Governor
01:22 Jim Tressel's Background and Qualifications
03:50 Jim Tressel's Reputation and Legacy
15:24 Keenan Bailey Named Co-Offensive Coordinator
16:34 Keenan Bailey's Background and Impact
30:47 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

BREAKING: Ryan Day Signs Contract Extension Through 2031 At $12.5 Million Per Year Feb 06, 2025

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In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Kevin Noon discuss the breaking news of Ryan Day's contract extension, which ensures his tenure through the 2031 season at $12.5 million per year. They delve into what this means for Day and Ohio State's football program. Additionally, they analyze projected win totals for the upcoming season for various college football teams, including Ohio State, Michigan, and Penn State. Tune in for an insightful discussion on coaching contracts, team expectations, and more.
00:00 Welcome to the Buckeye Weekly Podcast
00:24 Ryan Day's New Contract Extension
02:33 Assistant Coaches and Contract Negotiations
04:20 Speculations on Defensive Additions
06:28 FanDuel's 2025 Win Totals
09:13 Analyzing Ohio State's Schedule
11:19 Michigan's Challenging Road Games
13:45 Penn State's 2025 Prospects
20:46 Recruiting and Coaching Changes at Ohio State
21:38 Recruiting Challenges and New Hires
23:57 Offensive Line Development
28:27 Ohio State's Offensive Outlook
34:21 Michigan Game Predictions
40:02 Closing Remarks and Viewer Questions

Ohio State Football Insider: Ryan Day Hires New Buckeyes Assistants Feb 06, 2025

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In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the reported news that Ryan Day has made some hires to his offensive staff. They analyze the impact of these new hires and how they might influence the team. The show covers the new roles of internal promotions, the significance of retaining Brian Hartline, and the implications for Ohio State's future football performances. Viewers are also treated to lively discussions, including potential recruit impacts, and questions from live chat participants.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:11 Health and Recovery Post-Football Season
00:51 Live Show Interaction
01:29 Coaching Staff Changes: Offensive Line
02:08 Tyler Bowen's Recruitment Impact
06:06 Brian Hartline's New Role
11:54 Billy Fessler's Promotion
17:00 Jim Knowles and McDonald's Coffee
19:14 Virginia Tech's Offense and Ohio State Comparisons
21:24 Coaching Staff Departures and New Hires
33:22 Coaching Spot Dilemma
34:09 Speculations on Kevin Wilson's Future
36:11 Internal Promotions and Hiring Challenges
41:34 Youth Movement in Coaching
45:01 Brian Hartline's Play Calling Potential
49:35 Running Back Room Dynamics
53:21 Coaching Trees and Opportunities
01:00:16 Barry Sanders Jr. and Emmett Smith Jr. Discussion
01:02:50 Tailgate Plans and Fox Broadcasts
01:04:12 OSU Fans and Certified Confetti
01:05:01 Future Buckeyes: Angelo Smith and Jet Harrison
01:06:49 Coach Day's Press Conference and Spring Ball
01:08:17 Young Talent and NIL Conversations
01:10:55 Spring Game Speculations and Transfer Portal
01:11:41 Fun with Super Chats and Community Engagement
01:14:13 Armstrong Twins and Offensive Line Development
01:16:59 Offensive Line Depth and Future Prospects
01:23:20 Chili and Frosty Challenge
01:27:54 Wrapping Up and Community Appreciation

BREAKING: Chip Kelly Leaving Ohio State For NFL's Las Vegas Raiders Feb 03, 2025

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When news broke that Chip Kelly was leaving Ohio State for the Las Vegas Raiders, Tony and Tom weren't around, so this special breaking news episode of the Buckeye Weekly podcast features Kevin Noon and Marc Givler of BuckeyeHuddle.com.

BREAKING: Ohio State Offensive Line Coach Justin Frye Leaving For The NFL Feb 01, 2025

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In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Kevin Noon discuss the breaking news that Ohio State offensive line coach Justin Frye is leaving for the Arizona Cardinals. They delve into the implications for the program, reflect on Frye's performance, and speculate on potential replacements. The show also touches on broader issues such as recruiting challenges, the transfer portal, and the development of players. Join Tony and Kevin as they provide insights and updates on all things Buckeye football.
00:00 Welcome to the Buckeye Weekly Podcast
00:29 Justin Frye's Departure to the NFL
01:12 Debating Justin Frye's Coaching Impact
05:12 Recruiting Challenges and Successes
11:46 Potential Replacements for Justin Frye
18:15 Closing Remarks and Announcements

Why Doesn't Ryan Day Get More Credit For Putting Together College Football's Best Roster? Jan 31, 2025

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In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr dive into listener questions about the Ohio State Buckeyes. They discuss topics such as the concept of football dynasties, the impact of the new playoff format on big bowl games, food experiences from road games, and much more. Don't miss this engaging Q&A session where they tackle pressing questions, analyze Ohio State's current roster, and debate the significance of championships and rivalries.
00:00 Welcome to the Buckeye Weekly Podcast
00:50 Listener Questions Kickoff
02:04 Defining a Dynasty in College Football
09:47 Road Game Meals and Surprising Delights
13:35 Michigan Allegations and Rivalry Talk
21:40 Renewed Emphasis on the Ohio State Game
22:04 Impact of the New Playoff Format on Bowl Games
26:30 The Role of Larry Johnson in Ohio State's Defense
28:29 Ryan Day's Credit for Building the Best Roster
36:28 Spring Game Predictions and Expectations
42:12 Conclusion and Listener Engagement

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