Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

It was not as big of a recruiting weekend as initially anticipated for Ohio State due to the weather, but it was still rather large. Both literally and figuratively.

Offensive line prospects Doug Nester and Dawand Jones were at OSU for official visits over the weekend. How did they go? Will both of them sign with Ohio State exactly two weeks and two days from now when the now "late" signing period commences (Feb. 6)?

As for the team itself, will new linebackers coach Al Washington make any personnel changes as far as the Buckeyes' starting LBs? Or will the three returning starters once again be starters this fall?

What's the latest on Keandre Jones? He's in the transfer portal, but might he end up returning to OSU for his senior year?

Is quarterback depth a concern for Ohio State this year? Or is too much made of that?

And what is up with the Buckeyes' basketball team, who have lost four straight games?

Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle on the MLK Day edition of the show to discuss all of that and more.

Ohio State is losing five players early to the NFL Draft. (Six including Nick Bosa.)

But for OSU standards, that's not too bad. Especially when guys who many expected would turn pro -- such as wide receiver K.J. Hill and safety Jordan Fuller -- decided to return.

Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for JBook's usual Friday visit to discuss that, plus:

* What are thoughts on the Buckeyes' offensive line heading into the 2019 season?

* What about the corps of running backs?

* On the recruiting front, will Ryan Day and his staff seal the deal with Doug Nester, and land Dawand Jones?

All of that and more on the end-of-week extravaganza.

The frigid conditions in Columbus have not slowed the Ryan Day Train. It's full speed ahead.

That's why we had to bring in 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong to spread wisdom on the following topics:

* Will Indy prospect Dawand Jones be in Columbus this weekend? Why is USC the chief competitor for his commitment?

* Penn State is making a run at Doug Nester. Can the Nits flip the West Virginia native? Why is he still looking around?

* Expert insight on Tate Martell's transfer. Why he did it, why he chose Miami and what the expectations for the lightning rod personality going forward?

Spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters!

There has been a lot of talk lately about the comings and goings in regard to Ohio State's football teams. Including both coaches and players.

Now that the dust has settled to a large degree, what are expectations for the 2019 Buckeyes? Just how good will they be? What do we feel really good about when we analyze this roster? What are possible concerns?

What grade would we give Ryan Day on the assistant coaching staff he put together?

The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle for his usual Wednesday visit to discuss that and more on the midweek extravaganza.

There are comings and there are goings. It's the college football offseason and upheaval is the norm.

Tathan Martell?

Out.

Greg Studrawa?

In.

Kendall Sheffield?

Out.

Justin Fields?

In ... we think.

Damon Arnette?

In.

You get the picture. How do we feel about the aforementioned maneuvers? We brought in Duane Long for his usual Tuesday appearance to offer some perspective on the "new-look" Buckeyes going forward.

There is a lot to talk about on the offensive line recruiting front, so who better to speak with than the Dean of Ohio State Football Recruiting, Bill Kurelic?

The Dean joins Dave Biddle for today's show to give the inside scoop on:

* Doug Nester.

* Dawand Jones.

* Paris Johnson.

* Greg Studrawa.

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

Tate Martell was adamant that he would stay at Ohio State and compete for the starting quarterback job, even if Justin Fields ended up transferring to OSU.

Well, Fields did end up transferring to OSU, and now it's Martell who could be on the way out.

It came to light on Thursday that Martell is in the NCAA's transfer portal. Does this mean Ohio State head coach Ryan Day had a heart-to-heart with Martell (read: told Martell that Fields was going to be the starter), which led to Martell changing his mind?

Also, what can be expected of Fields in 2019 if he in fact the Buckeyes' starting QB?

On the coaching front, is it a surprise that Marcus Freeman turned down Day's offer to be Ohio State's linebackers coach?

Jonah Booker drops by for his usual Friday visit for all of that and more.

National coming out parties for future Buckeyes.

Raiding your rival like it's personal (uhhh ... it is).

Taking over and putting your stamp on a national brand before you turn 40.

All is taking place in Columbus these days and it's been hard to keep up. But it's been fun.

To put it all in perspective, what better time for 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong to make his weekly appearance on the 5ish?

Enjoy, 'Nutters!

The good news keeps rolling in for Ohio State.

On the same day that the Buckeyes poached linebackers coach Al Washington away from rival Michigan, wide receiver K.J. Hill announced he is returning for his fifth-year senior season in 2019.

Ryan Day now has one spot still to fill on his coaching staff. What type of coach is he looking for? Could it be someone who can handle a variety of roles?

Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to discuss all of that and more on the Wednesday extravaganza.

If you thought new Ohio State head football coach Ryan Day believe in the status quo, you were mistaken. 

Just days into his official tenure, Day has shaken up the Buckeyes staff in a major way. 

Greg Schiano, Bill Davis and Alex Grinch are gone.

Greg Mattison, Mike Yurcich and Jeff Hafley are in.

And we expect more exits and new arrivals soon.

Oh, and Ohio State added arguably the most talented QB of the last decade.

Oh, and Ohio State finished No. 3 in the final AP poll released this a.m.

So, yeah, this show is not 5ish at all.

Sit back and enjoy the dulcet tones of Duane Long ...