Carlos Locklyn's path to the Ohio State running backs coaching position was anything but ordinary. Following a long career in law enforcement, Locklyn only got into coaching a handful of years ago, quickly rocketing up the ranks from Western Kentucky to Memphis to Oregon and now the Buckeyes. So what made him want to leave his old profession and get into coaching? What is life like for him now in Columbus? And what is he planning to bring to the OSU running back room?In this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, you'll hear directly from Locklyn on those subjects and much more.

Get To Know New Ohio State RB Coach Carlos Locklyn

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Jahkeem Stewart is just halfway through his high school career, but already has the look and the credentials of a college-ready defensive line superstar. Stewart has already visited Columbus and has another trip planned, but can the Buckeyes really pull him out of New Orleans to play his college ball at Ohio State?Kevin Noon of BuckeyeHuddle.com just met with Stewart to discuss that and much more. Plus, a look at Zion Grady, a top Alabama prospect who could be the next great edge rusher to come out of the deep south.

Can Ohio State Pull An Elite 5-Star Lineman Out Of The Deep South?

The Ohio State Buckeyes just added a former South Carolina defensive back to their 2024 football team. Keenan Nelson, Jr. played his high school ball at St. Joseph's Prep, the same program that produced Marvin Harrison, Jr., Jim Knowles, and Kyle McCord, and then spent two seasons with the Gamecocks, starting four games in the secondary, and also blocking a punt for a touchdown.So what does he bring to Columbus, and where will he fit on the 2024 Buckeye team?Tony Gerdeman of BuckeyeHuddle.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss that and more on this special breaking news episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast.

Ohio State Adds SEC Defensive Back Through Transfer Portal

The Ohio State Buckeyes have one of the very best recruiting classes in the nation for 2025, but just lost a top commitment from top-100 cornerback Blake Woodby. How big of a blow is this to Ryan Day's class, and how could the Buckeyes look to fill that spot?Tony Gerdeman of BuckeyeHuddle.com joins host Tom Orr to break it all down.

Ohio State Recruiting Insider: Top-100 Corner Decommits From Buckeyes

The new-look Big Ten features a number of potential national title contenders including the Ohio State Buckeyes, Oregon Ducks, Michigan Wolverines, and Penn State Nittany Lions. So which of those teams are most likely to meet expectations and reach the College Football Playoff, and which are likely to fall short?Tony Gerdeman of BuckeyeHuddle.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss that and more on this episode of Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning.

Is Ohio State, Oregon, Michigan, or Penn State The Best Bet In The Big Ten?

The 2024 college football season will kick off in just over three months, and we just learned a lot about how and when we'll be able to watch the biggest games of the opening weekend. Tony Gerdeman of BuckeyeHuddle.com joins host Tom Orr to break down everything they learned about Week Zero, Week One, and three of the biggest Big Ten games of the season.

Get To Know New Ohio State RB Coach Carlos Locklyn

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