Bucknuts Morning 5

What can warm a Buckeye's heart on a freezing holiday weekend? Yep, a commitment from one of Ohio's best offensive lineman that's what. And you know it heated up Duane Long. Duane is here to talk Jakob James and Ohio State's clear focus on bolstering the offensive line in the Class of 2020. So far, the Buckeyes have seven commitments ... all on offense. We also break down the latest in the recruitment of Dewand Jones, the enormous Class of 2019 offensive lineman. Don't close the book on that class just yet. Also: One currently unheralded Buckeye on offense and one on defense that Duane thinks needs to play a big role next season for Ohio State to thrive. We also have a 247Sports announcement on the impending release of the official Class of 2019 5-stars. Hint: It's coming real soon. Spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was not as big of a recruiting weekend as initially anticipated for Ohio State due to the weather, but it was still rather large. Both literally and figuratively. Offensive line prospects Doug Nester and Dawand Jones were at OSU for official visits over the weekend. How did they go? Will both of them sign with Ohio State exactly two weeks and two days from now when the now "late" signing period commences (Feb. 6)? As for the team itself, will new linebackers coach Al Washington make any personnel changes as far as the Buckeyes' starting LBs? Or will the three returning starters once again be starters this fall? What's the latest on Keandre Jones? He's in the transfer portal, but might he end up returning to OSU for his senior year? Is quarterback depth a concern for Ohio State this year? Or is too much made of that? And what is up with the Buckeyes' basketball team, who have lost four straight games? Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle on the MLK Day edition of the show to discuss all of that and more.

Ohio State is losing five players early to the NFL Draft. (Six including Nick Bosa.) But for OSU standards, that's not too bad. Especially when guys who many expected would turn pro -- such as wide receiver K.J. Hill and safety Jordan Fuller -- decided to return. Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for JBook's usual Friday visit to discuss that, plus: * What are thoughts on the Buckeyes' offensive line heading into the 2019 season? * What about the corps of running backs? * On the recruiting front, will Ryan Day and his staff seal the deal with Doug Nester, and land Dawand Jones? All of that and more on the end-of-week extravaganza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The frigid conditions in Columbus have not slowed the Ryan Day Train. It's full speed ahead. That's why we had to bring in 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong to spread wisdom on the following topics: * Will Indy prospect Dawand Jones be in Columbus this weekend? Why is USC the chief competitor for his commitment? * Penn State is making a run at Doug Nester. Can the Nits flip the West Virginia native? Why is he still looking around? * Expert insight on Tate Martell's transfer. Why he did it, why he chose Miami and what the expectations for the lightning rod personality going forward? Spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There has been a lot of talk lately about the comings and goings in regard to Ohio State's football teams. Including both coaches and players. Now that the dust has settled to a large degree, what are expectations for the 2019 Buckeyes? Just how good will they be? What do we feel really good about when we analyze this roster? What are possible concerns? What grade would we give Ryan Day on the assistant coaching staff he put together? The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle for his usual Wednesday visit to discuss that and more on the midweek extravaganza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are comings and there are goings. It's the college football offseason and upheaval is the norm. Tathan Martell? Out. Greg Studrawa? In. Kendall Sheffield? Out. Justin Fields? In ... we think. Damon Arnette? In. You get the picture. How do we feel about the aforementioned maneuvers? We brought in Duane Long for his usual Tuesday appearance to offer some perspective on the "new-look" Buckeyes going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is a lot to talk about on the offensive line recruiting front, so who better to speak with than the Dean of Ohio State Football Recruiting, Bill Kurelic? The Dean joins Dave Biddle for today's show to give the inside scoop on: * Doug Nester. * Dawand Jones. * Paris Johnson. * Greg Studrawa. All of that and more coming at you on the Monday extravaganza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tate Martell was adamant that he would stay at Ohio State and compete for the starting quarterback job, even if Justin Fields ended up transferring to OSU. Well, Fields did end up transferring to OSU, and now it's Martell who could be on the way out. It came to light on Thursday that Martell is in the NCAA's transfer portal. Does this mean Ohio State head coach Ryan Day had a heart-to-heart with Martell (read: told Martell that Fields was going to be the starter), which led to Martell changing his mind? Also, what can be expected of Fields in 2019 if he in fact the Buckeyes' starting QB? On the coaching front, is it a surprise that Marcus Freeman turned down Day's offer to be Ohio State's linebackers coach? Jonah Booker drops by for his usual Friday visit for all of that and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

National coming out parties for future Buckeyes. Raiding your rival like it's personal (uhhh ... it is). Taking over and putting your stamp on a national brand before you turn 40. All is taking place in Columbus these days and it's been hard to keep up. But it's been fun. To put it all in perspective, what better time for 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong to make his weekly appearance on the 5ish? Enjoy, 'Nutters! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The good news keeps rolling in for Ohio State. On the same day that the Buckeyes poached linebackers coach Al Washington away from rival Michigan, wide receiver K.J. Hill announced he is returning for his fifth-year senior season in 2019. Ryan Day now has one spot still to fill on his coaching staff. What type of coach is he looking for? Could it be someone who can handle a variety of roles? Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to discuss all of that and more on the Wednesday extravaganza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you thought new Ohio State head football coach Ryan Day believe in the status quo, you were mistaken.  Just days into his official tenure, Day has shaken up the Buckeyes staff in a major way.  Greg Schiano, Bill Davis and Alex Grinch are gone. Greg Mattison, Mike Yurcich and Jeff Hafley are in. And we expect more exits and new arrivals soon. Oh, and Ohio State added arguably the most talented QB of the last decade. Oh, and Ohio State finished No. 3 in the final AP poll released this a.m. So, yeah, this show is not 5ish at all. Sit back and enjoy the dulcet tones of Duane Long ... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is a jam-packed edition of the Monday 5ish as Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle to discuss the following: * How will Ohio State head coach Ryan Day fill out his assistant coaching staff? Who is staying? Who is going? Who is jumping aboard? * What is the latest on the recruiting front for the Buckeyes? Is Doug Nester in or out? Who else might OSU add to its 2019 recruiting class next month? * What impact will Justin Fields have at Ohio State in 2019? What will happen with Tate Martell? All of that and more on the Monday extravaganza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have reached the silly season of college football where rumors are rampant. The good news for Ohio State is a lot of the rumors tied to the Buckeyes are good ones -- and have a lot of validity from what we've been told. On this extended version of the show, Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle to discuss: * What will happen with Ohio State's assistant coaches? * What will happen with Justin Fields and Tate Martell? All of that and much more on this 20-plus-minute version of the Friday extravaganza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is always here on Thursdays ... even if he is on assignment. Today is no different and Wiltfong checks in from San Antonio, Tex., site of the All-American Bowl. It just so happens some vital future Buckeyes are there displaying their wares and Wiltfong joins to let us know just how they are faring. Complete breakdowns of: * Harry Miller * Zach Harrison * Doug Nester * Garrett Wilson * Steele Chambers Also: Has there been any chatter about Justin Fields-to-Ohio State at the gathering? Yep, there has been and we have it for you. Spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LOS ANGELES -- On this edition of the Bucknuts Morning 5, Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to recap Ohio State's win over Washington in the Rose Bowl, and look ahead to the 2019 season with Ryan Day taking the helm as head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is the latest on the Ohio State Buckeyes with their matchup against Washington just one day away? For this special New Year's Eve edition of the Morning 5, Heath Schneider (aka Heater) and Patrick Murphy join Dave Biddle to discuss all things Rose Bowl, plus Tate Martell, Justin Fields and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is the latest on Ohio State as the Buckeyes prepare for the Rose Bowl against Washington. In this special edition (read: late because we're on west coast time) Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle to discuss: * The injury to OSU left tackle Thayer Munford. * The future status of both Greg Schiano and Greg Studrawa on the Buckeyes' coaching staff. * What is the latest we're hearing on the Justin Fields front? All of that and more on the Friday extravaganza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The holiday glow is still shining here on the BM5! Ohio State is in Cali getting ready for a Rose Bowl date with Washington. Does that mean recruiting has come to a halt? Of course not. At Ohio State, recruiting NEVER comes to a halt. So we are once again fortunate that 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong joined us. * The Buckeyes got a Christmas gift from the Pacific Northwest. What will the present be like in Columbus? * Indianapolis native Wiltfong on the recruitment of Indianapolis native Dawand Jones. * Could 2020 receivers haul be one for the ages? * Ohio State vs. Washington: Who wins the Rose Bowl? Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was a Merry Christmas for Ohio State as the Buckeyes landed 2020 four-star wide receiver Gee Scott from the state of Washington on Tuesday. What does this say about the recruiting of Ryan Day and Brian Hartline? The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle for today's show to discuss that, plus: * What will happen with OSU's defensive coaching staff following the Rose Bowl? Will Greg Schiano return as defensive coordinator? Or will Day perhaps promote Alex Grinch to defensive coordinator, and bring in someone like Marcus Freeman as co-DC? * What are thoughts on the matchup with Washington in the Rose Bowl, which is just six days away? All of that and more on the Wednesday extravaganza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Justin Fields transfer to Ohio State following the bowl season? According to Bill "Bank" Greene, the chances of Fields playing for the Buckeyes in 2019 is excellent. Bank joins Dave Biddle on today's show to discuss all things Fields, plus: * Has Ryan Day smoothed things over with 5-star 2020 recruit Paris Johnson? * How many recruits will the Buckeyes add in their 2019 class in February? Will Doug Nester sign with OSU? * Will Ohio State junior center Michael Jordan stay for his senior season, or turn pro? * What are insights on OSU's matchup with Washington in the Rose Bowl? All of that and more on this Christmas Eve edition of the BM5. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices