Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

Ohio State is adding elite prospects what seems like daily.

When it is all said and done, how many of the Top 247's 32 5-stars will be Buckeyes?

Who better to address than 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong? 

Wiltfong discusses the commitment of Kourt Williams, Bijan Robinson's impending decision and how many Buckeyes have a chance to secure on the remaining 5 star spots in the Top247.

Also: Could Clemson poach one of Ohio's best in the Class of 2021? Wiltfong has the latest.

Spend 5ish with us, 'Nutters!

Ohio State's 2020 recruiting class continues to get bigger and better.

Today, four-star linebacker Kourt Williams is expected to commit to the Buckeyes, which would give them 22 recruits in their 2020 class, which is ranked No. 3 in the nation per the 247Sports Composite.

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

* Will five-star running back Bijan Robinson commit to Ohio State early next month?

* Just how high will this OSU class finish when it's all said and done?

* What stood out the most from Ohio State's perspective at Big Ten media days in Chicago late last week?

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

You know Duane Long. 

Duane knows offensive linemen. 

That begs the question: Do the Buckeyes know who their offensive linemen are? The head coach said in Chicago only one has secured a starting spot.

So we really do need Duane's complete breakdown of every offensive linemen on the roster. You will get his unabashed evaluation, the five Duane would send out for the opener against Florida Atlantic and what he thinks of the 'coachspeak' surrounding the unit.

We also discussed - what else? - recruiting and the chance Ohio State will add another coveted defensive talent to its Class of 2020 haul. 

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

What did Joshua Perry think of Jim Harbaugh's comments before and at Big Ten media days?

Let's just say the former Ohio State linebacker, national champion, captain and NFL player was less than amused. And found the statements to be quite weak.

Joshua drops by for his weekly podcast to discuss that, plus:

* What stood out about the comments from Ohio State head coach Ryan Day regarding the Buckeyes?

* What is Joshua hearing about OSU quarterback Justin Fields?

* What is he hearing about the Buckeyes' middle linebacker situation and more?

All of that and more is covered on the latest edition of The Joshua Perry Show.

On today's show, Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to give a game-by-game breakdown of Ohio State's 2019 football schedule, including predicting who will win each game.

What will be the Buckeyes' 12-game regular season record? Will OSU win the Big Ten East, then win the Big Ten title, then advance to the College Football Playoff?

We go in depth answering those questions and more on an extended edition of the Monday extravaganza.

CHICAGO -- What were the high points of Big Ten media days on Thursday from Ohio State's perspective?

Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle for today's show for an in-depth look at the biggest questions facing the Buckeyes entering preseason camp and much more.

Ohio State added an elite safety from Arizona yesterday. Could Lathan Ransom's teammate be next?

Let's just say the chances are good Bijan Robinson becomes a Buckeye when he announced his college decision via Instagram on July 2. Crystal Balls all across this fine country have the 5-star running back headed to Columbus.

247Sports Director of Recruiting recently went in-depth on Robinson for a feature story and joins us to share what he learned about Robinson and his family. You won't want to miss it.

Then we talk some real football: Who does Wiltfong think will be the top 5 teams in the Big Ten this season? Does he have the Fighting Khakis or your Buckeyes at the top?

You'll just have to tune in to find out!

Spend 5ish with us this a.m.!

Following the commitment of high four-star safety Lathan Ransom on Tuesday, Ohio State moved up to No. 2 (from No. 4) in the 247Sports Composite team recruiting rankings for the 2020 class.

Ransom gives the Buckeyes 21 prospects in their class thus far, with at least four more expected to join him.

To illustrated how amazing this class is, Ransom is ranked as the No. 76 player in the country, and he is merely the eighth-best prospect in OSU's class.

By comparison, Ransom would be the highest-ranked player in Michigan's class (the Wolverines' top recruit is ranked No. 80 in the Composite).

Furthermore, if things go as expected leading up to the early signing period in December -- and perhaps all the way until the traditional signing day in February -- just how high will Ryan Day and Ohio State finish in the recruiting rankings this year? Will they keep the No. 2 ranking? Could they even finish No. 1, which is something Urban Meyer never did in Columbus?

Speaking of Day, what can fans expect to hear from him when he takes the mic at Big Ten Media Days in Chicago on Thursday?

The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle to discuss that and much more on the Wednesday extravaganza.

What's it been like the last few days without a commitment? Rough? Boring?

Well, it's quite possible that angst is about to end because Ohio State's top target at safety is making his college decision public today.

At 5 p.m. EST., Lathan Ransom will announce his commitment via Twitter. As of this morning, the Crystal Ball has 16 predictions ... all sweet and Ohio State.

Duane Long is here and let's you know what the Buckeyes 'could' be getting.

Then, Duane breaks down every defensive lineman on the Ohio State roster for 2019.

Spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters!

Phil Steele and many others are picking Michigan to win the Big Ten championship this season.

Is Joshua Perry buying that the Wolverines are the team to beat within the conference?

The former Ohio State linebacker, national champion, captain and NFL player drops by for his show to delve into why he believes the Buckeyes will ultimately prove to be the Big Ten's best in 2019.

Also on the docket:

* Is Shea Patterson overrated? Steele has him ranked as the fifth-best quarterback in the country. And he does not list OSU's Justin Fields in his ranking of the top-75 QBs in the land.

* Speaking of Fields, what does Joshua Perry expect out of him as a sophomore this season?

* And what is something good you need to know about the Buckeyes' 2019 team? Joshua fills you in.

All of that and more is coming up on the latest edition of The Joshua Perry Show.