On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Nathan Baird and Andrew Gillis answer questions from the Subtext subscribers. Among the questions discussed:
The 5+7 model for the college football playoff is being discussed and there is a vote scheduled to approve it.
What sporting events they would cover if they could go back in time.
Ranking the best running backs in Ohio State history.
Who will be the offensive and defensive MVPs in 2024?
Who's the fasted Buckeye?
The art of asking questions during press conferences.

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On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the most interesting things observed and heard at Ohio State's second June recruiting camp. The two discuss OSU's two 2025 commits in five-star quarterback Tavien St. Clair and four-star tight end Nate Robert. But after they discuss a four-star recruit in the 2026 class who used an impressive day to not only earn an offer but perhaps market he beginning of a potential great story. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inside Ohio State football's second June recruiting camp

It’s Week 2 of official visit season for Ohio State meaning another group of important 2025 targets will be on campus. This first weekend features 10 players with four-star recruits De and DeShawn Stewart headlining as the lone commits. On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss them all. The two discuss the importance of the visits, what they could potentially bring to the class and how many of the seven undecided they would need to land to make this a successful second weekend eventually. But first a conversation about 2026 five-star defensive lineman Jahkeim Stewart who was at OSU’s second June camp and how realistic they think it is for him to one day end up in Columbus.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A 5-star target and previewing Ohio State football’s second weekend of official visitors for the 2025 recruiting class

On this episode of Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the most interesting things observed and heard at Ohio State's first June recruiting camp. They look at which recruits may have earned an offer after an impressive first day which ranges from rising senior offensive in the 2025 class to speedy wide receivers in the 2027 class going into their second year of high school. They even discuss the lone five-star who was in town and could be the answer to its safety drought on the recruiting trail. But first, a conversation about the newest member of OSU’s 2025 recruiting class, four-star running back Bo Jackson. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inside Ohio State football's first June recruiting camp

This Friday episode of Buckeye Talk is brought to you solely on behalf of the texter community delivering questions. Among the Ohio State topics discussed by Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis:
Can an elite defense impact a team's offensive aggressiveness?
Changing the recruiting calendar
Ryan Day's son as a quarterback prospect
Which walk-ons would you give a scholarship to in 2024?
Renovating the Woody Hayes Athletic Center
Should OSU run up the score more?
Michigan's potential backslide.
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Ryan Day's son, renovating the Woody and should Ohio State run up the score more?

The conversation revolves around the upcoming camp week for Ohio State, focusing on the recruitment process and the evaluation of high school athletes. Stephen Means and Andrew Gillis discuss the value of this period for building relationships, identifying new talent, and making offers to potential recruits. The conversation covers a range of topics related to Ohio State football, including early offers to young players, the upcoming camp season, and the vision for recruiting and player development. It also delves into specific players and their potential impact on the team. The discussion provides insights into the coaching staff, the recruitment process, and the ongoing evaluation of talent. Thanks for listening to Buckeye Talk   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TreVeyon Henderson, Will Howard and a conversation about Ohio State's 2024 defense

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