Spielman and Hooley

The latest edition of the Spielman and Hooley podcast includes discussion about the no-win situation state officials are in establishing COVID-19 precautions, OSU President Michael Drake's interview about the impact of safety measures on the start of the college football season, the final auction price of Chris' Detroit Lions' throwback uniform, whether fans would attend the Ohio Stat-Bowling Green game if current circumstances prevail and a ridiculous criticism of Tom Brady.

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It's Good Friday and we draw the names of four winners of $250 each in our COVID-19 relief giveaway, funded by Mr. Spielman's memorabilia auctions.

The fourth item -- a Detroit Lions throwback uniform and 1994 Pro Bowl watch -- sold on Ebay Thursday night and brings the grand total for four items auctioned so far to $24,000. That's more than halfway to Chris' goal of $40,000.

The next item could be Spiels' 1987 Cotton Bowl uniform, helmet and red football cleats, which he wore while returning an interception of Kevin Murray for a touchdown in OSU's victory over Texas A&M. Spiels was awarded game MVP honors in that first-ever appearance by a Big Ten team in the Cotton Bowl.

Many people don't want to ask questions about the wisdom of closing the entire state for COVID-19 precautions. Would that attitude prevail into the summer? Into the fall?

OSU President Michael Drake, in an interview with WOSU radio, says there will be some impact on the college football season from the coronavirus.

Drake's options range from cancellation of the season to having the season with limited fan exposure.

Chris and Bruce have decidedly different opinions on how full Ohio Stadium would be if current conditions persist, but there is no state prohibition against attending the OSU-Bowling Green game scheduled for Sept. 5.

Wisconsin declines the option to welcome spring sports athletes back for an additional year of eligibility in 2021.

Badgers athletic director Barry Alvarez says the NCAA overreacted by granting the waiver opportunity to spring athletes and that the option causes many problems.

Tom Brady's interview on Howard Stern lands him in the crosshairs of anonymous criticism.

The challenges of raising a daughter growing into a different phase of life intersects with the message of Good Friday.

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The latest edition of the Spielman and Hooley podcast includes the resumption of Chris' auctions for COVID-19 relief and an update on how close he is to meeting his goal of $40,000 raised; Ohio State's highest-profile employees get in on the giving spirit; the most important man for NFL GMs to know when it comes to assessing the Buckeyes; Rick Spielman's treasured possession on draft night, which player is the best long-term producer in this draft and Jimmy Sotos' transfer to OSU hoops.

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Chris' is more than halfway to his goal of $40,000 for COVID-19 relief given the success of his latest auction, which ends at 7 p.m. Thursday.

Ryan Day, Chris Holtmann and Gene Smith join together to benefit the Mid-Ohio Food Bank.

Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy gets ripped for his plan to resume college football safely.

Wouldn't it be more productive to offer a better plan than simply to rip Gundy's plan?

J.K. Dobbins put plenty of evidence on tape that he's a big-time player, including production in the Buckeyes' biggest games.

Vikings GM Rick Spielman will reach out to someone at Ohio State to get to get the straight scoop on OSU's prospects.

What is the one thing Rick Spielman keeps in his wallet to remind him of an important priority when assessing draft choices?

Isaiah Simmons and Jeff Okudah are in the conversation for best long-term prospect in this NFL Draft.

Jimmy Sotos transfers from Bucknell to Ohio State.

Is it a worrisome circumstance that OSU is losing three players via transfer, while perhaps starting three transfers next season, and redshirting a fourth?

Confidence is important in something besides sports.

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The latest edition of the Spielman and Hooley podcast includes the kind gesture made by the purchaser of Chris' 1984 Big Ten Championship ring, the drama surrounding his COVID-19 relief auctions being halted and then restored, broadcast plans for the NFL Draft, a nefarious possibility making NFL GMs nervous and Luther Muhammad's transfer from Ohio State.

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Spielman's 1984 Big Ten championship ring sells for $12,000, with every penny going toward the podcast's Friday drawings that award cash to those nominated for COVID-19 relief.

The man who purchased the ring makes a magnanimous gesture to restore it to the Spielman family in the future.

The three items auctioned so far have brought in over $16,000 toward the goal of $40,000.

The power of social media comes to Spielman's defense when something happened Sunday to take the auctions down for a few hours.

The resolution of that matter is a testament to the benefits of talking out issues of disagreement and winds up putting more money toward not just COVID-19 relief, but the Stefanie Spielman Fund for Breast Cancer Research.

Reports are that NFL Draft coverage will merge the talents at ESPN and the NFL Network.

Vikings GM Rick Spielman has a bandwidth issue, and many other concerns, as the virtual NFL Draft approaches.

The Houston Astros used artificial intelligence to gain a competitive advantage. What if that same sort of thinking applies to the NFL Draft and espionage intrudes?

Rick Spielman demonstrated brotherly loyalty in a fashion that will never be forgotten.

Luther Muhammad enters the Transfer Portal.

What is going on with Buckeye hoops and the defections?

Each of the four departures from players who could have returned next year fall under one umbrella, and it's not a flattering umbrella. Or, at least, it didn't used to be.

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The latest edition of the Spielman and Hooley podcast includes the drawing of four winners of $250 apiece from Chris' auctions of his personal memorabilia, Kaleb Wesson's decision to enter the NBA Draft, contingency plans for the 2020 college football season and a little-known fact about Sonny Spielman.

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The auction for Chris' 1984 Big Ten championship ring is up to $10,000, with one day to go.

The price for Spielman's 1994 All-Madden Team leather jacket has topped $2,500.

Kaleb Wesson enters the NBA Draft.

This is the second time Kaleb has tested the professional waters. The first time, he dipped his toe in. This time, it seems he's diving in.

COVID-19 will likely change how prospects like Wesson go through the pre-draft process. That could increase the likelihood he returns to OSU.

You probably know that Chris' dad, Sonny, was a football coach. But did you know what else was in his athletic repertoire?

A story from WatchStadium.com surveys Division I athletic directors, who are already planning for dramatic alterations to the college football season.

One option is to eliminate non-conference games and start the season in October. That would be devastating to programs like Bowling Green, which depends on the check it would get from playing at Ohio State to operate its athletic department.

If spring football in 2021 really means the 2020 season is played in the spring, that would take a toll on some minor bowl games.

The optics of allowing fall sport athletes to return to campus for competition, but keeping other students away and holding classes on line would be a challenge to get past some university presidents.

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The latest edition of the Spielman and Hooley podcast includes Chris explaining why he is selling some really cool NFL memorabilia to benefit those impacted by COVID-19 quarantines, Adam Schefter's objection to the NFL Draft proceeding on schedule, Urban Meyer's requirements for every recruit, whether Joe Burrow, Jeff Okudah or Chase Young are a bigger NFL risk and why the Bengals would be taking an unnecessary and unwise risk trading the top pick.

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Chris Spielman is selling is some unique mementos from his NFL career to benefit persons impacted financially by COVID-19 cutbacks, so get your nominations for those in need to [email protected]

It's great to have a philosophy. It's greater and more authentic to live it out.

Adam Schefter takes a dim view of the NFL proceeding with draft plans as scheduled, and voices a preference for the league cancelling some things it hasn't cancelled yet.

Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson may be coming back for another made-for-TV match play event with Peyton Manning and Tom Brady as partners.

The golf match may also include a celebrity commentator whose expertise in golf is, well, legendary.

Urban Meyer shares his recruiting priorities with Fox Sports.

Where did Urban get those ideas? It might surprise you. Then again, it might not, once you think about it.

Joe Burrow, Chase Young and Jeff Okudah could go first, second and third in the NFL Draft. Those are three Urban Meyer recruits with each of the five qualities he prioritizes.

Which one of the three -- Burrow, Okudah or Young -- is the biggest NFL risk?

An emailer wants to work out with Mr. Spielman and get some tips.

A scary personal story leads to an affirmation of those who sacrifice for others and encouragement to apply your gifts to bless others.

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The latest edition of the Spielman and Hooley podcast includes an explanation for the videos Chris is shooting to entertain people during COVID-19 quarantines, how NFL teams will execute the draft away from their team facilities, whether social-distancig limits on in-person scouting will impact J.K. Dobbins and other Buckeyes in the draft and Kirk Herbstreit's assessment of whether there will be college football this fall.

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Mr. Spielman takes to Instagram and Twitter with some humorously helpful, or helpfully humerous videos that mix football fundamentals with COVID-19 social distancing wisdom.

The NFL Draft is going on as scheduled April 23, but not the way it has in the past.

Roger Goodell puts limits on every team that may only be necessary for one team.

Guess who's moving?

J.K. Dobbins couldn't complete Combine workouts because of a pulled hamstring. Now he can't show his speed at an OSU Pro Day, or visit teams in person. How much impact will this have on his draft stock?

Robert Landers, Davon Hamilton, Jordan Fuller and Malik Harrison are also in the draft pool and possibly impacted by the new draft procedures.

Kirk Herbstreit makes national headlines by saying that he would be "shocked" if there is college or NFL football this fall.

Shoutout to 10 TV's Dom Tiberi on an impressive work anniversary.

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The latest edition of the Spielman and Hooley podcast includes an assessment of Ryan Day's comments about the likelihood of Ohio State playing football in the fall, the Bengals' free-agent spending spree that includes signing Vonn Bell, how COVID-19 cutbacks impact Robert Landers and other second-round-and-down Buckeyes in the NFL Draft and what Vikings GM Rick Spielman cant do any more.

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Ryan Day gives details on how OSU is coping with coronavirus limitations on what would be a normal spring practice season.

The Buckeyes are staying in touch just like the rest of us.

Jack Miller and C.J. Stroud are no longer on campus, which complicates their ability to progress in the backup quarterback battle.

The Woody Hayes Athletic Center is closed, but the coaches are still finding ways to get together twice each day.

There are some questions that Day won't attempt to answer.

The cutbacks take college football back to how it once worked when it came to summer practice.

If the college football season gets cut in length, it might resemble something that worked out pretty well for the Buckeyes more than 50 years ago.

We draw four winners of $100 in our weekly nomination of those impacted by job loss because of Ohio's Shelter in Place order.

The Bengals spend $145 million in free agency.

Vonn Bell is among the newest Bengals in what they hope will be a defensive makeover.

Cincinnati's secondary was abysmal last season, but Bell and two refugees from the Minnesota Vikings might change that.

Oh, don't forget, the Bengals will be getting Jonah Williams from last year's draft to bolster the offensive line.

Joe Burrow will have weapons, but he is in a tough division from which to reach the playoffs as a rookie.

Rick Spielman and other GMs in the NFL are going to have to get creative when it comes to preparing for the draft.

When it comes to cell signal and bandwidth, Rick Spielman is running into some of the same problems as the Two Men in a Basement NFL consulting firm.

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The latest edition of the Spielman and Hooley podcast includes a scouting report on transfer running back Trey Semon, a recap of the contract Malcolm Jenkins signed with the New Orleans Saints, discussion about the likelihood of the NFL Draft occurring in April and questions for Ryan Day via an upcoming teleconference.

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An Oklahoma reporter provides a scouting report on Trey Sermon.

The qualities Sermon exhibits make him sound somewhat like Master Teague and somewhat like J.K. Dobbins.

What's the ceiling for Sermon as the Buckeyes' starter?

Sermon is the best Ohio State could have done given the situation it is in at running back.

Ryan Day is holding a teleconference on Sunday.

Mr. Spielman suggests a question for Coach Day, and it's a good one.

Day's availability will give us a window into where the Buckeye players are right now, and whether they can do any work together?

The COVID-19 precautions prevent OSU from discovering the most important thing it prioritized for spring practice.

Karl Anthony Towns' personalizes the coronavirus crisis, and he likely won't be the last athlete touched by it.

Malcolm Jenkins' contract with the New Orleans Saints says something if you read between the lines.

NFL general managers are at odds with Roger Goodell over proceeding with the draft on April 23.

Why will some teams have an advantage over others and is there any way to eliminate that?

A Tweet sparks a private conversation that's held very publicly.

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The latest edition of the Spielman and Hooley podcast includes discussion about the transfers of Trey Sermon and Seth Towns to Ohio State, whether the New England Patriots will settle on Andy Dalton and the courses D.J. Carton and Alonzo Gaffney have chosen to pursue their basketball dreams.

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Trey Sermon transfers from Oklahoma to Ohio State.

Where does Sermon fit in the Buckeyes' running back rotation?

Sermon played well against OSU in his one game in Ohio Stadium.

Does Ohio State's running game afford Sermon the same stylistic approach as Oklahoma's?

It's useful to remember the reason why Sermon is leaving Oklahoma.

OSU running backs coach Tony Alford had a close relationship with Sermon as a high school recruit.

Ohio State basketball set the stage for Sermon's transfer by getting Harvard graduate transfer Seth Towns on Saturday night.

Towns made his announcement on SportsCenter.

Towns has a well-conceived plan for success, not solely in basketball, but professionally after his playing career ends.

D.J. Carton is taking a different approach to realizing his dreams.

Ohio State laid out a path for Carton that seemed right on schedule, so why would he bail?

Has Carton enhanced or damaged his chances of becoming a long-time NBA player by transferring from Ohio State.

C.J. Walker and Carton shared time last season and Walker took off after Carton's departure. That can't be undervalued in the Carton transfer picture.

Alonzo Gaffney seems set on turning professional now.

Where can he play for pay, and will that afford him a realistic path to becoming what he seemed destined for as an elite high school player?

Tom Brady is off to Tampa, leaving a hole at quarterback in New England. Andy Dalton hasn't landed anywhere yet. Are the Patriots interested, or should they ride Jarrett Stidham?

Five steps to a great marriage.

Proverbs provides daily wisdom.

Fear is a liar.

Paul wrote it 2,000 years ago. It still speaks powerfully.

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