Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

Yes, it's a good time to be a Buckeye.

Is there ever a bad time? Of course not, but let's not digress this early.

It's good to be a Buckeye currently because Ohio State is undefeated, among the nation's elite and coming off a recruiting weekend certain to aid future efforts. Also, a certain Buckeye took control of the national sports stage Monday night and showed his Ohio State allegiance all at once.

Duane Long is here in his standard Tuesday spot to discuss:

* Now a few days later, Duane puts the win over Sparty in perspective

* Running back recruiting: The hell?

* C.J. Stroud: Signal called?

* Nick Bosa: Making Buckeyes everywhere swell with pride?

Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

Ohio State disposed of visiting Michigan State 34-10 on Saturday and moved up to No. 3 in the AP poll.

What were impressions from the game? What does it mean for the Buckeyes moving forward as they enter their first bye week of the season?

Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus:

* Thoughts on a few members of OSU's offensive line, such as center Josh Myers who has turned into a mauler.

* How much credit should Greg Studrawa get for the play of the O-line?

* How did the big recruiting weekend go for the Buckeyes? Specifically with quarterback CJ Stroud.

All of that and more is coming at you on the Monday extravaganza.

Ohio State improved to 6-0 with a 34-10 over visiting B1G rival Michigan State on Saturday night.

Stakes were high. National eyes were upon the Buckeyes.

How did they really do?

What did we learn about Ohio State in its stiffest test yet?

It took almost an hour and three experts - Bill Kurelic, Matt Baxendell and Pat Murphy - to properly put the big W in perspective.

The game analysis, reviewing the recruits in attendance and the national implications. We have it all right here.

Spend some of your Sunday morning with us, 'Nutters!

The yearly battle between No. 4 Ohio State (5-0, 2-0 Big Ten) and No. 25 Michigan State (4-1, 2-0) will happen Saturday night in Columbus, and Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit to talk all about it. Also on the docket:

* What is going on at right tackle for the Buckeyes? It is surprising that Nicholas Petit-Frere didn't get the call last week when Branden Bowen was hurt? Or does that just say a lot about Joshua Alabi and what he can bring to the table?

* The huge recruiting weekend that is in store for OSU.

* Players who we thought would be seeing more action than they are for Ohio State this year, such as Demario McCall and Jaelen Gill.

* Pete Werner doubters eating crow.

All of that and more is coming at you on the Friday extravaganza.

There are recruiting weekends and there are recruiting weekends. We are about to experience one of the latter.

Night game. The Shoe. A (relatively) high-profile opponent in Michigan State. The guest list is a who's who of Ohio State commitments and targets on unofficial and official visits. 

So we brought 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong to provide as much knowledge as humanly possible. 

Among the prospects discussed:

* Ryan Watts

* Tyler Baron

* C.J. Stroud

* Kevontre Bradford

* Jacolbe Cowan

* Jack Miller

* There's too many to list!

We also discussed which current Buckeyes would be marketing darlings if new NCAA rules are passed and how Ohio State will fare against Michigan State in The Shoe on Saturday night. 

If you want to be ready for the big weekend, you'll need to spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters!

What is better about Ohio State's 2019 team than we expected?

The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle to discuss that on today's show, plus:

* What are thoughts on the Buckeyes' upcoming home night game against Michigan State?

* It is a huge recruiting weekend for OSU and we talk about three 2020 recruits in particular that will be on campus: Running back Kevontre Bradford, defensive end Tyler Baron and quarterback C.J. Stroud.

* How long will co-defensive coordinator/DB coach Jeff Hafley stay at Ohio State? Could he be one-and-done? We hope not.

All of that and much more is coming at you on the Wednesday extravaganza.

Welcome to the party, rest of the United States (and elsewhere).

Yes, the national media has come around on the Buckeyes. The first few days of this week have brought more national praise to Ohio State's program than any time since the Natty at Jerry World.

Deservedly so. 

Ohio State has been the nation's best team so far. Duane Long is here to put it all in perspective on today's show:

* Looking back at Lincoln. That went well.

* More hyperbolic statements involving Chase Young, Jeffrey Okudah, Josh Myers and Garrett Wilson.

* What does Duane think of defensive end Jacolbe Cowan, the defensive end Crystal Balled to Ohio State that is committing on Friday. 

* Huge visit this weekend: quarterback C.J. Stroud will be in from California. Duane shares his thoughts on Stroud and how he could affect Jack Miller and QB recruiting overall.

* What can we expect from the Buckeyes this weekend as three TD favorites against visiting Michigan State?

Spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters!

Is this the best Ohio State team in recent memory? Or is it far too soon to say that?

Bill "Bank" Greene joins Dave Biddle for today's show to talk about that, plus:

* Thoughts on how Joshua Alabi played at right tackle in the Buckeyes' 48-7 win over Nebraska.

* The play of OSU's fast and furious defense.

* Looking ahead to the Ohio State-Michigan State game.

* What is the latest on running back recruiting in the 2020 class for the Buckeyes?

All of that and more is coming at you on the Monday extravaganza.

Wow. Seriously. Like ... wow.

Ohio State went to Lincoln on Saturday night and straight embarrassed the host Huskers, 48-7. The Buckeyes showed wunderkind coach Scott Frost just how far his team is from threatening the B1G's best squad.

Or is it actually the nation's best squad? You can definitely make that argument after five games ... and we will.

Bill Kurelic, Matt Baxendell and Dave Biddle joined me as we went all hot takey on the Buckeyes and the rest of the season.

Things are very good.

Spend some of your Sunday morning with us, 'Nutters!

Ohio State has what is likely its first true test of the 2019 season Saturday night when it faces Nebraska.

Is there a reason for concern for OSU, or will the Buckeyes continue to look like one of the elite teams in the country?

Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus:

* What are predictions for the OSU-Nebraska game, including a final score?

* What are the Cornhuskers' strengths and weaknesses?

* Could the Buckeyes see the return of some defensive linemen tomorrow night?

All of that and more is coming at you on the Friday extravaganza.