Buckeye Weekly Podcast: Big Ten Media Days Recap & Michigan Preview with Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr preview the third day of Big Ten Media Days with a focus on Michigan. They discuss Michigan's coaching staff, player representatives, and the dynamics of the team's upcoming season. The hosts also touch on other Big Ten teams, the implications of conference scheduling, and potential NCAA sanctions for Michigan. Dive deep into the latest Big Ten football insights and join the conversation! 

00:00 Introduction and Welcome 
00:24 Big 10 Media Days Overview 
01:04 Today's Schedule and Key Speakers 
02:10 Focus on Michigan's Representation 
02:47 Michigan's Offensive Concerns 
04:00 Quarterback Dilemma: Bryce Underwood vs. Mikey Keene
07:08 Michigan's Schedule Analysis 
09:10 Comparing Freshman Quarterbacks 
14:37 Michigan's Road Game Challenges 
27:53 NCAA Sanctions and Potential Impact 
29:40 Navigating Press Conferences 
30:32 Michigan's NCAA Infractions 
32:32 Speculations and Predictions 
33:38 Impact on College Football 
44:46 Playoff Scenarios and Implications 
49:51 SEC vs Big Ten Debate 
56:03 Breaking News and Reflections 
59:07 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

Buckeye Weekly Podcast: Big Ten Media Days Recap & Viewer Q&A

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr recap the first day of Big Ten Media Days and answer questions about the Buckeyes from the livestream viewers. They discuss the schedule for Day 2, including coaches and player appearances, and delve into topics such as the upcoming football season, player performances, and positions. They also talk about Ohio State's linebacker and defensive end rotations, the quarterback battle, and the impact of the Big Ten's strategy on offensive line play. Finally, they engage with viewer questions about the team's depth, potential player rotations, and predictions for the upcoming games. 

00:00 Introduction and Banter 
00:45 Big 10 Media Days Preview 
03:37 Ohio State Football Insights 
05:20 Linebacker and Defensive Strategies 
06:21 Player Development and Versatility 
10:48 Comparing Generations: Sonny and Lorenzo Styles 
15:54 Cornerback and Safety Roles 
29:49 Quarterback Competition 
35:24 2019 Playoff Reflections 
35:55 Ohio State's Physicality in Key Games 
36:27 Big Ten Officiating Insights 
39:24 Memorable Defensive Touchdowns 
40:17 Ohio State's Success Against Michigan 
41:32 Player Performance Predictions 
46:29 Michigan's Potential Penalties 
48:36 Texas vs. Ohio State Analysis 
54:06 Defensive Strategies and Player Highlights 
57:20 Offensive Line and Running Back Depth 
01:06:47 Coaching Insights and Expectations

Join hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr as they kick off this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast live from Las Vegas ahead of the 2025 Big Ten Media Days. They discuss their early observations, the packed schedule ahead, and field listener questions about Ohio State football. Topics include potential playoff formats, team rankings, key plotlines for the season, and much more!

00:00 Welcome to Buckeye Weekly Podcast
00:23 Big Ten Media Days in Las Vegas 01:07 Tony Petitti's Stance on Playoff Formats
02:12 Debating Automatic Bids and Playoff Structures 
07:40 Super Chats and Viewer Questions 
08:07 Discussing Michigan's Uncle T and Ongoing Investigations 
10:44 Ohio State's Playoff Prospects and Historical Context 
12:47 Non-Conference Scheduling and Historical Matchups 
24:29 Plans for the Week and Viewer Interactions
31:24 Penn State's Season and Playoff Implications 
39:11 Big 12 and SEC Auto Bids 
40:05 Ohio State vs Texas Predictions 
41:49 Las Vegas Weather and Camp Start 
42:54 Ohio State's Upcoming Season 
43:18 In-N-Out Burgers and Pickles 
44:32 Snow Games and Playoff Matchups 
46:53 Penn State's Defense and Jim Knowles 
51:12 Travel Preferences and Flight Experiences 
51:46 Ohio State vs Texas Game Analysis 
56:43 Quarterback Competitions and Predictions 
01:04:02 Miami and LSU Matchups 
01:13:25 Illinois and Brett Bielema 
01:15:42 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

This is Friday's episode of the Skull Session Recruiting Podcast as Buckeye Huddle's Marc Givler and Andrew Ellis break down the commitment of 4-star wide receiver Jerquaden Guilford.

Top 10 Ohio State Players of the Ryan Day Era | Buckeye Weekly Podcast

Join Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr on the Buckeye Weekly Podcast as they break down their top 10 players of the Ryan Day era at Ohio State. From dominating defensive stars like Chase Young to offensive powerhouses like Justin Fields and Marvin Harrison Jr., the hosts discuss and debate who deserves to be on the list. Find out if your favorite Buckeye made the cut, and share your thoughts on their picks in the comments! 

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Setup 
00:23 Challenges of Ranking Ryan Day Era Players 
01:26 Top Player: ? 
03:13 Second Best: ?? 
07:16 Third Best: ??? 
10:16 Fourth Best: ???? 
13:11 Fifth Best: ????? 
16:05 Sixth Best: ?????? 
18:51 Seventh Best: ??????? 
21:23 Eighth Best: ???????? 
24:46 Ninth Best: ????????? 
27:50 Tenth Best: ?????????? 
31:30 Conclusion and Viewer Interaction

Ohio State Football: 2025 Bold Predictions | Buckeye Weekly Podcast

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr dive into some bold predictions for the upcoming Ohio State football season. From the number of Buckeyes who will have 100-yard receiving games to the chances of freshman linebackers recording tackles for loss, Tony and Tom discuss various intriguing scenarios. They also talk about potential standout performances from key players like CJ Donaldson, Jeremiah Smith, and James Peoples.

Plus, they analyze the likelihood of these bold predictions coming to fruition and provide insights on Ohio State's opponents. Don't miss this exciting preseason breakdown! Make sure to hit the thumbs up, subscribe, and visit buckeyehuddle.com for more great content. 

00:00 Introduction and Overview 
00:14 Bold Predictions for Ohio State Football 
01:31 100-Yard Receiving Games Prediction 
04:48 Freshman Linebacker Tackle for Loss Prediction 
08:10 True Freshman Starters Discussion 
11:26 Mylan Graham's Touchdown Prediction 
14:53 Memorable Moments in Ohio State vs. Purdue 
15:46 CJ Donaldson's Potential Against Ranked Opponents 
17:20 Debating James Peoples' Role and Performance 
19:59 The Styles Brothers' Defensive Impact 
23:26 Jeremiah Smith's Challenge Against Texas 
26:41 James Peoples' Big Ten Opener Prediction 
28:55 CJ Hicks' Multi-Sack Potential 
31:08 Final Bold Predictions and Closing Remarks

Understanding the SCORE Act: The Future of College Sports?

Join Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr on this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast as they dive deep into a proposed bi-partisan bill in Congress called the SCORE Act (Student Compensation and Opportunity through Rights and Endorsement Act). The hosts discuss the implications of this bill on the future of college sports, including athlete compensation, NIL deals, agent fees, and the potential impact on Olympic sports programs. Tune in for an in-depth analysis of how this legislation could shape the landscape of college athletics. 

00:00 Introduction and Banter 
01:11 Discussing the SCORE Act 
05:47 Political Challenges and Implications 
08:17 Debating Athlete Rights and NIL 
13:01 Potential Outcomes and Legal Hurdles 
20:45 Transfer Rules and Stability in College Sports 
22:57 Eligibility Standards and JUCO Loopholes 
25:48 Agent Compensation and Athlete Deals 
28:52 Academic Support and Healthcare for Athletes 
32:45 Maintaining Varsity Sports Teams 
35:39 Media Rights Revenue and Student Fees 
39:23 NIL Deals and University Codes of Conduct 
43:03 Final Thoughts and Optimism

Buckeye Weekly: Predicting Which Ohio State Freshmen Will Play or Redshirt in 2025

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr dive into their annual tradition of speculating which Ohio State freshmen are likely to see the field this season versus those who will redshirt. From quarterback Tavian St. Clair to defensive players like Zion Grady and Faheem Delane, they analyze each position group and discuss potential contributions. Tune in for an in-depth look at the rookies and what fans can expect from them in the upcoming season. 

00:00 Introduction and Season Mode Transition 
01:27 Freshmen Quarterbacks: Redshirt Predictions 
03:17 Running Backs: Who Will Play and Who Will Redshirt? 
06:29 Wide Receivers: Freshmen Impact 
10:23 Tight Ends: Depth and Development 
12:05 Offensive Line: Redshirt Likelihood 
14:08 Defensive Ends: Summer Enrollees and Depth 
17:34 Defensive Tackles: Who Will Step Up? 
20:05 Linebackers: Special Teams and Depth Chart 
22:16 Cornerbacks: Freshmen Contributions 
23:17 Safeties: Depth and Development 
24:21 Conclusion and Call to Action

This is breaking news episode of the Skull Session Recruiting Podcast with host Marc Givler. Marc and Tony Gerdeman discuss the recent commitment of Glenville DT Jamir Perez, who flipped from his commitment to the Florida Gators. What kind of player is Perez and what does this mean for the Buckeyes? Marc and Tony break it down.

The Buckeyes have landed their 2026 quarterback! California 4-star quarterback Luke Fahey has committed to Ohio State. Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman break down Fahey's game, what he'll bring to the Buckeyes, and what this means for the 2027 quarterback class as well.