Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

Happy McBrackets Day, Bucknutters!

We bring in 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong to talk about recruiting, sure, but also wax poetic on the NCAA Tournament.

Among the recruits we discuss: Tyjon Linsdsey, Tate Martell, Keyshawn Johnson, Jr., and more.

So spend a few with us before you call in sick/fake a family emergency/drop off the grid ... 

Ohio State topped Akron in overtime in the NIT last night and will host Florida on Sunday at noon (ESPN) in the second round. Bucknuts columnist Matt Baxendell, aka The People's Champ, joins host Dave Biddle to discuss that, D'Angelo Russell's interesting comments about the Buckeyes' basketball program, plus which OSU football players are in a make-or-break situation this spring.

It was time for the people to take control again. Yes, today the BM5 is proud to unveil another "Front Row Takeover" edition. 

That means the people steered the show.

The inimitable Duane Long is featured as we covered:

* Marvin Wilson - is he worth the effort given our DT track record?

* Tyjon Lindsey and the future of the slot position.

* Shaun Wade - what kind of shorts is he wearing today and does it matter?

* Jalin Marshall was supposed to play WHAT position?

* What will the fallout be should the Zips beat the Buckeyes tonight?

Come along for a seat in our Front Row!

It's a defensive back-themed show and we bring in former Ohio University defensive back/Bucknuts contributor Jonah Booker to talk about Damon Webb, Marshon Lattimore and more.

Also, J-Book and Dave Biddle discuss Ohio State's basketball team playing in the NIT. Should the Bucknuts have received a better seed? Does anyone even care?

Who have been some of Ohio State's spring standouts thus far? Which players can help themselves the most at pro day today? Bucknuts columnist Brandon Castel joins host Dave Biddle for that, Buckeye hoops discussion and more.

Our recruiting standards in the Meyer Era are extremely high ... but are our standards high enough?

The Buckeyes are simply running away with the Class of 2017 rankings and added another fantastic piece recently in Texas standout J.K. Dobbins.

We bring in 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong for his usual Thursday morning appearance and he sheds light a 'dream class' Ohio State is crafting.

We also talk Cam Akers, Trevon Grimes, Tyjon Linsdey, Darnay Holmes and much more.

Plus we have a preview of today's spring practice and today's coverage plan at Bucknuts.

Who will be Ohio State's starting running back in 2016? Duane Long joins host Dave Biddle to discuss that, the young wide receivers that Urban Meyer is excited about like Torrance Gibson and Austin Mack, the extreme lack of depth at safety, and how young defensive tackles like Jashon Cornell and Dre'Mont Jones are coming along.

Welcome to a special edition of the BM5.

We are thrilled to be joined by Dane Brugler, senior NFL Draft analyst for CBS Sports. Dane provides an expert's opinion on the myriad Buckeyes eligible for the NFL Draft.

Sit back and enjoy ... 

Ohio State's spring ball begins tomorrow morning and we have details. Also, the Buckeyes picked up a big-time 2017 commitment on Sunday: 4-star all-purpose back J.K. Dobbins.

Will Ohio State land recruits Cam Akers and Xavier Thomas? Will the basketball Buckeyes upset Michigan State tomorrow? Yes, we're telling you there's a chance. A small one.