Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

Exactly one week from signing day, Ohio State barely trails Alabama for the No. 1 spot in the 247Sports Composite team recruiting rankings for the 2017 class.

OSU has 19 commits and a Composite rating of 307.27. Bama has 24 commits and a rating of 310.84.

Can the Buckeyes catch the Crimson Tide?

Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus the latest on:

* Marvin Wilson.

* Oliver Martin.

* Thayer Munford.

* Ohio State basketball hosting Minnesota tonight.

What are thoughts on offensive tackle Thayer Munford likely joining Ohio State's 2017 recruiting class? What kind of impact can he have one day for the Buckeyes?

Speaking of impacts, what is a reasonable expectation for offensive coordinator Kevin Wilson in his first year leading the Buckeyes' offense?

Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle to discuss that, plus:

* Ohio State basketball.

* Nate Ebner returning to the Super Bowl.

One of the big debates every year around this time is whether there should be an early signing period in college football, just like there is in basketball and other sports.

Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle to give his thoughts on that topic, plus:

* Joe Burrow sticking around at Ohio State despite rumors that he was considering a transfer.

* Who will take over for J.T. Barrett as OSU's starting quarterback one day?

* How are the Buckeyes going to find playing time for Chase Young at the loaded defensive end position in 2017?

* What record does Ohio State's basketball team need to achieve in order to make the NCAA Tournament?

The 247Sports final rankings for the Class of 2017 were released earlier this week.

Yes, the Buckeyes are well represented and have a whopping four 5-stars in the group. 

But Bucknutters still had questions about the final list. So today, 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong answered questions our users submitted about where the future Buckeyes ended up.

Among the prospects addressed: Wyatt Davis, Tate Martell, Josh Myers, Chase Young, Kendall Sheffield, Pete Werner and several others.

That plus recruiting updates on Oliver Martin, James Robinson and Thayer Munfprd.

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It is almost here, recruiting enthusiasts.

Yes, signing day is exactly two weeks away, and what a perfect time to be joined by The Dean of Ohio State Football Recruiting, Bill Kurelic.

What is the latest on the following players?

* Thayer Munford

* Josh Palmer

* Jay Tufele

* Marvin Wilson

* Jerron Cage

Also, what is Kurelic's thoughts on the Buckeyes' running back recruiting efforts? And what is his take on the fact that nine players from Ohio State's loaded 2017 class has already enrolled?

The Ohio State coaching staff is on a quest to add another receiver to its Class of 2017 recruiting haul. With Tyjon Lindsey now headed to the Huskers, there is a need.

But what Duane Long can't figure out is why the prospects the staff is now chasing are nothing like Lindsey.

We break down the search for another wideout, talk about possible transfers and even work in a little Buckeye hoops recruiting for good measure.

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It is silly season for recruiting and there is plenty discussion about that on today's show as Alex Gleitman joins Dave Biddle.

However, it's also silly season for transfers, rumors of transfers, and basicallly anything to do with transfers. So, we tell you as much as we can about which Ohio State players might transfer.

We close the show with discussion about the Buckeyes' big basketball win over Michigan State on Sunday.

Was Torrance Gibson "always a tease" for Ohio State fans?

That is the contention of Bucknuts contributor Brandon Castel who joins Dave Biddle to talk about Gibson's departure, plus:

* Will Dante Booker move to middle linebacker and take over as the starter in 2017?

* What kind of immediate impact will Kevin Wilson have?

* What are the chances Thad Matta will be back as the Buckeyes' basketball coach next season?

There's never a dull day in recruiting and that is certainly a truism when it comes to the Buckeyes.

We now know Tyjon Lindsey won't be part of Ohio State's Class of 2017 haul.

But are the Buckeyes on the verge of adding another offensive weapon?

We check in with 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong to get a complete update on the recruiting stretch run with National Signing Day fast approaching.

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What is the latest on Kevin Wilson, Ryan Day, Ed Warinner, Kendall Sheffield and Tyjon Lindsey?

The People's Champ, Matt Baxendell, joins Dave Biddle for that and more on this jam-packed show.