Bucknuts Morning 5

The Class of 2022 is hitting the recruiting stretch run just as Ohio State's schedule toughens in the regular season's final three weeks. Luckily, today's guest is adept talking both subjects. 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong shares the latest recruiting vibes on Jadyn Davis, Hero Kanu, Caden Curry and Carson Hinzman before the Indiana native provides an in-depth breakdown of Purdue. Spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Wednesday podcast features Gee Scott Sr. and there is plenty to discuss as he joins Dave Biddle. Ohio State moved up to No. 4 in the College Football Playoff rankings and there appears to be no doubt that if the Buckeyes win out, they're in. Also on the docket: * Is Mr. Scott surprised Oklahoma is ranked No. 8, behind four one-loss teams? * Ohio State's defense is coming around. They are now No. 47 in total defense and No. 19 in scoring defense. * Does C.J. Stroud need to be somewhat of a threat to run in order for OSU to achieve its goals this season? * Jaxon Smith-Njigba is coming off one of the best performances by a WR in Ohio State history. Mr. Scott is not surprised. * The Buckeyes' offensive line seems to be struggling. Why? * Thoughts on the matchup with Purdue, who is ranked No. 19 in the CFP. All of that and more is coming your way on a loaded version of the Wednesday 5ish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All goals remain. That's the macro look at Ohio State. Duane Long is here to take on the micro.  * With a few days to soak it in ... what do we make of the win over Nebraska? * The Buckeyes offense has dominated lesser opponents and done just enough against more formidable foes. What's the deal? * How does Michigan State's loss to Purdue affect your view of the rest of the season. Also ... what does Duane think of Purdue? * College Football Playoff rankings will be updated later this evening. Will the Buckeyes move up into the top four? All that and more as we tackle Tuesday. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State's defense continues to make strides in the right direction. The Buckeyes lead the nation in sacks and have simply been better overall since Matt Barnes took over as the shot caller. If this continues, is it as simple as Ryan Day will officially promote Barnes to defensive coordinator next season? Are we getting ahead of ourselves? Of course. That's what we do around here. On the offensive side of the ball, wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba is coming off one of the best performances for an OSU wide receiver in the history of the program. That's obviously excellent news. The not-so-good news is the offensive line has now struggled in back-to-back performances in the run blocking department. What is to make of the offensive moving forward this season? Also, the Buckeyes will face off against Purdue this Saturday at the Horseshoe. What are thoughts on this matchup? All of that and more is coming your way on the Monday 5ish as Steve Helwagen joins Dave Biddle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega

Ohio State got the job done in Lincoln early Saturday afternoon with a 26-17 win over host Nebraska. The most important result: All season goals remain intact. But let's try and provide some context here. Where are the Buckyes on their quest for B1G and CFP titles? What did we learn about the crew in Lincoln? What can expect going forward from Purdue (the next opponent) and the rest of the slate? We called in The People's Champ -- Matt Baxendell -- to put the win in perspective before a deep dive into B1G and national results from yesterday. Spend some of your Sunday with us, 'Nutters! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With four games remaining in the regular season, where can Ohio State improve the most on each side of the ball. Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit to discuss that, plus: * Give predictions on the Buckeyes' matchup at Nebraska tomorrow. * Was JBook surprise that OSU was ranked No. 5 in the initial College Football Playoff rankings? All of that and more is coming your way on the Friday 5ish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time again for your favorite recruiting exercise: 'The In-or-Out Game' with 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong. When it comes to this game, simple is good. We give Wiltfong a name remaining on Ohio State's Class of 2022 recruiting board. The question: As of RIGHT NOW, are they in the class or out? We hit all the names in order of 247Sports Composite rating - 15 names in all. That's not all. We get Wiltfong's College Football Playoff selection vibes before talking Buckeyes-Huskers with the trip to Lincoln looming. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State received very good news when the initial College Football Playoff rankings of 2021 were released last night. The Buckeyes are ranked No. 5, meaning if they win out, they will be in the CFP. Matt Baxendell joins Dave Biddle to discuss that and much more on the Wednesday 5ish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've had a few days to think about it. What do we make of the win over Penn State? We know what the national vibe is: Ohio State was the only top 25 team to win on Saturday ... and drop in the rankings released yesterday. Ohio State won ... dropped one spot. Penn State lost ... dropped two spots. Makes sense. Duane Long is here to offer his perspective: What to make of the win? What does it mean going forward?  ALSO: Ohio State's red carpet guest list was a true stunner. Duane lets you know who he's focused on as the trail heats up down the stretch. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ohio State beat Penn State 33-24, but fell a spot in the AP poll. The rankings that really matter -- those from the College Football Playoff committee -- will be released on Tuesday. Where will the Buckeyes be ranked? Will they be sixth like they are in the AP poll? Fifth like the Coaches poll? Higher? Lower? Patrick Murphy joins Dave Biddle on today's show to discuss that, plus: * Additional thoughts on the win over the Nittany Lions. What did we like from the Buckeyes? What did we not like? * Why is C.J. Stroud showing no willingness to run? Is that coming from the coaches, or does he simply have no interest in running? All of that and more is coming your way on the Monday 5ish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you wake up relieved? Excited? Disappointed? Confused? What to make of Ohio State beating Penn State, 33-24, last night at The Shoe.  Let's be straight: A win over Penn State is always cause for celebration. But when Ohio State's offense consistently fails to get it done in red zone and its third-down defense is severely lacking ... uneasiness sets in.  So we called in The People's Champ -Matt Baxendell - to put the win in perspective before a deep dive into B1G and national results from yesterday. Spend some of your Sunday with us, 'Nutters! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is much to discuss on the Bucknuts Morning 5 as Jonah Booker joins Dave Biddle for his usual Friday visit. The No. 5 Buckeyes will host No. 20 Penn State tomorrow night and OSU is favored by 18.5 points. What can be expected out of what we thought would be a matchup of top-5 teams as recently as three weeks ago? Also, what do fans need to know about the big recruiting weekend that is in store for the Buckeyes? All of that and more is coming your way on the Friday 5ish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are happy to welcome in Tyler Donohue from Lions247 to help break down the matchup between No. 5 Ohio State and No. 20 Penn State. Patrick Murphy hosts the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Ohio State's biggest recruiting weekend since ... ever?  Given what's gone on the last few season, it certainly feels that way. Ohio State hosts Penn State this weekend for a classic B1G tussle under the lights. Expect The Shoe to be at its best. So why not invite a who's who of prospects on Ohio State's radar? The list of expected attendees - the list is so long you have to go here to take it in - rivals any guest list in memory. 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong is here to provide the most comprehensive preview you can get in the time allotted. Ohio State may have invested in red carpet sales given who's expected in Columbus. Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are a lot of interesting topics to tackle as Gee Scott Sr. joins Dave Biddle on today's show. Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud is on a roll and has the third-best odds to win the Heisman Trophy. One person who is not surprised in the least is Mr. Scott. * As for the Buckeyes' night game against Penn State this Saturday, how much of an impact can a scene like that have on a recruit?  * Ohio State's defense is much improved, but they haven't been tested by a good offense lately. What can we expect from this unit moving forward? All of that and more is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Indiana was supposed to have a defense ready to test Ohio State. If that was a test, your Buckeyes got an A+. It's more likely this weekend's tussle with visiting Penn State at The Shoe is a revelatory experience. Duane Long is here to put the win over Indiana in context and preview Penn State as Ohio State begins a much more impactful slate of games.  Spend 5ish with us today, 'Nutters! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

They've been beating up on so-so teams, but while your attention was elsewhere, Ohio State has quietly rounded into Playoff form thanks to a post-Oregon staff change and an offensive recharging. Host: Trey Scott   Guest: Patrick Murphy Follow or Subscribe to The College Football Daily on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Find the 247Sports podcast for your favorite team here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are we witnessing not only the best offense in college football this season, but the best offense in Ohio State history? It sure appears so and it's a lot of fun to watch. Also, the defense is much improved since the early stages of the season and that is a good thing. However, the Buckeyes have played some really bad offenses recently -- such as Indiana this past Saturday -- so how much do we really know about the defense at this stage? Speaking of bad offenses, Penn State is coming to town this Saturday night and Ohio State is favored by 18 points over the Nittany Lions. Penn State was ranked No. 2 in the country as recently as three weeks ago, but has dropped to 20th after consecutive losses, including a 20-18 defeat to Illinois in an NCAA-record nine overtimes. Speaking of college football overtime rules, do they need to be changed. An argument for "hell yes" is made on today's show. Dave Biddle flies solo on the Monday 5ish to bring you all of that and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph

Not exactly a rusty effort, was it? Ohio State emerged from the bye week rested and ready. Host Indiana suffered the brunt as the Buckeyes won, 54-7, after tallying 44 points before halftime.  Offensive dominance has become routine and a matter of national acceptance. The defense? After an early hiccup that group dominated the Hoosiers. Who better to break down the win and what it means than Matt Baxendell - The People's Champ? Bax reviews the trip to Bloomington and the rest of yesterday's college football landscape before we pitch it forward to next week's tussle with Penn State and beyond. Spend some of your Sunday with us, 'Nutters! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is Ohio State at Indiana tomorrow night and Jonah Booker drops by for his usual Friday visit to give predictions on the Buckeyes vs. Hoosiers, plus: * Would James Franklin -- who is a Pennsylvania native -- be willing to leave Penn State for USC? * Is OSU defensive end Tyreke Smith going to finish the season strong after a disappointing start? * It has been a big week of recruiting for the Buckeyes and we give a full review. * Can Ohio State get back in the mix for QB recruit Drew Allar? All of that and more is coming your way on the Friday 5ish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices