Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning

Recruiting season has kicked into high gear for the Ohio State Buckeyes as they work to fill their 2026 recruiting class. 

Andrew Ellis of BuckeyeHuddle.com joins host Tom Orr to break down the latest Ohio State recruiting news and rumors following a big weekend of official visits. 

• Could a current SEC commit be on the verge of a flip to Ohio State?
• Which defensive line target is trending toward the Buckeyes, and which might be headed elsewhere?
• Has Tim Walton found his next top cornerback target?
• And more

The College Football Playoff will have a different look in 2026, but it's still up in the air what that new format might look like. 

The Big Ten and SEC are pushing a format where they would each get four guaranteed spots, the Big 12 and ACC would get two each, the non-power leagues would get one, and three spots would be set aside for an at-large team. 

Other leagues seem to favor five conference champions getting a guaranteed spot, with the other 11 spots going to at-large teams. 

So which of those formats would have typically worked out better for Ohio State? Tony Gerdeman of BuckeyeHuddle.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss that and more.

Breaking Down Ohio State's $20.5M NIL Strategy: Insights from Ross Bjork | Buckeyes Tomorrow Morning

Join host Tony Gerdeman on this episode of Buckeyes Tomorrow Morning as he covers the latest from Ohio State Athletic Director Ross Bjork's press conference. Dive into the details of Ohio State's new $20.5 million NIL cap, the Buckeye Sports Group, and Project 36. Learn how the funds will be distributed among four key sports: football, men's basketball, women's basketball, and women's volleyball. Get insights into the compliance with Title IX and the potential roadblocks involving Congress and employment status for student athletes. For the full hour-long discussion with Ross Bjork, check out the video at youtube.com/buckeyehuddle and find detailed bullet points at buckeyehuddle.com. Don’t forget to subscribe and hit the thumbs up! 

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:38 Interview with Ross Bjork: Overview
01:37 NIL and Buckeye Sports Group
03:27 Project 36: Funding Allocation
06:48 Title IX and Gender Equality
08:24 Decision-Making and Allocation Metrics
10:28 Employment Status Debate
12:46 Legal Perspectives on Compensation Rules
15:16 Conclusion and Farewell

On the latest edition of Buckeye Banter, 2024 Rimington Award winner Seth McLaughlin sits down with Seth Shaner.  

The two talk about McLaughlin's career both at Alabama and Ohio State and relive the run through the College Football Playoff, as well as his devastating injury in November.  

Jeremy Brauning of the Mid-Ohio Food Collective sits in to talk about the work McLaughlin did for the agency and what can be done through the donation of time and money to help feed Central Ohioans.  

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Join Marc Givler and Tony Gerdeman in this episode of the Skull Session Recruiting Podcast. Marc and Tony discuss day three of Ohio State's one-day camp, spending time talking about a talented pair of 2028 Florida skill players. That conversation goes elsewhere after that, including the mention of a 5-star offensive lineman who is currently at Ohio State getting ready for an official visit.

Skull Session Recruiting Podcast

It was a rainy day at the WHAC but there were top targets from the state of Ohio and beyond at the second camp date of June for the Buckeyes. Who looked good, who are names you need to focus on what is the latest? Join Marc Givler and Tony Gerdeman for this post-game breakdown of the latest as some familiar names and some new names take center stage.

Ohio State has secured a significant commitment from four-star running back Favour Akih, a standout from Hayes high school in Delaware (Ohio). Known for his explosive speed and vision on the field, Akih is poised to make an immediate impact in the Big Ten. In this video, we break down his playing style, what he brings to the Buckeyes, and how his commitment shapes Ohio State's recruiting strategy moving forward.

00:00 – Introduction to Favour Akih's Commitment
01:15 – Overview of Akih's High School Career
03:30 – Analysis of Akih's Playing Style and Strengths
05:45 – Impact on Ohio State's Recruiting Class
07:00 – What This Means for the Buckeyes' Offensive Strategy
08:30 – Expert Opinions and Future Projections
10:00 – Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Ohio State's First One-Day Camp Insight

In this episode of the Skull Session Recruiting Podcast, host Marc Givler and Tony Gerdeman of BuckeyeHuddle.com discuss the first one-day camp at Ohio State, held on June 5th. They delve into the performances of standout players, including 2027 OSU QB commit Brady Edmunds, as well as other potential recruits like defensive tackle Jalen Brewster from Texas. The episode also highlights the upcoming camp sessions and the recruiting process. Tune in for in-depth insights into the future stars of Ohio State football, straight from the Skull Session Recruiting Podcast. 

00:00 Introduction and Upcoming Events 
00:26 Special Podcast Episode Announcement 
01:17 Recap of Ohio State's First One-Day Camp 
01:53 Quarterback Prospects and Performances 
04:43 Defensive Line Standouts 
06:35 Local Talent and Future Prospects 
11:53 Upcoming Camps and Official Visits 
12:55 Conclusion and Future Content

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day has come out in favor of the Big Ten receiving a set number of automatic bids for the College Football Playoff. In this episode of Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Kevin Noon of BuckeyeHuddle.com discuss Day's comments and the positives and negatives of auto bids. Tony then tries to convince Kevin that auto bids are the best path forward for college football. Will Kevin eventually agree, or will he stand firm in his beliefs that auto bids are the coward's way out?

All of the hype is around the games against Texas, Penn State, and Michigan, but where do the Buckeyes need to be careful not to fall into a trap on their 2025 schedule?