Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

46:20

Confidence level, 1-10, with Buckeyes heading to Indiana

Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast ·

2026/10/12

What is the confidence level that Ohio State will defeat Indiana in Bloomington this Saturday? Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin discuss that, detail where progress was made against Maryland and much more.That is coming your way on the Monday 5ish. (1:50) - Intro (2:52) - What progress was made vs Maryland? (13:15) - Confidence level 1-10 vs Indiana? (19:53) - Last year's Big Ten title game (23:35) - Buckeyes have to look prepared this week (29:50) - National vibes (42:50) - Josh Hoover/More IU

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74:41

What We Learned Live: Reactions following Ohio...

Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast ·

2026/10/11

Ohio State defeated visiting Maryland 45-16 on Saturday and our crew talks all about it on our postgame podcast, What We Learned Live.

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31:50

Young Bucks to shine against Maryland? | OSU's...

Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast ·

2026/10/09

This could be the final time this season that we see a bunch of Ohio State's freshmen (and other young players) get extended playing time. Why? Because Maryland is really bad and the remainder of the schedule ... looks very tough. On today's show, Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle discuss which young players they are looking forward to seeing the most for the Buckeyes against the Terrapins, give predictions for the game and much more. That is coming your way on the Friday 5ish. (1:25) - Intro (2:10) - A

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37:10

Red carpet roll call for Maryland game | Indiana...

Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast ·

2026/10/08

Welcome to the show, 'Nutters!The Buckeyes return home this weekend to host Big Ten foe Maryland as HEAVY favorites.Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter are here. We discuss Ohio State possibly looking past the Terps to the impending date with Indiana.But first, we get into the red carpet and highlight two Georgia prospects expected for the game: Jamarcus Johnson and Madoxx Davis. Those two headline an interesting crop of visitors and Garrick has all the details.Need more? How about exclusive video on a

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30:24

Buckeyes' transfer portal class beginning to step up

Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast ·

2026/10/07

Ohio State signed 17 players from the transfer portal in January, and frankly, the returns were less than impressive overall from the group early this season. However, a majority of those players have stepped up and proven to be productive players. On today's show, Dave Biddle and Matt Baxendell discuss that, look ahead to this Saturday's game against visiting Maryland, have some fun at the expense of our friends up north and much more. That is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish. (1:45) - Intro

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63:48

Blind side sighting? | Iowa analysis | Dominance via...

Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast ·

2026/10/06

Welcome to the show, 'Nutters!Garrick Hodge is here. Mark Porter is here. Settle in. This one's a doozy.We hit a litany of topics:(3:05) Is Kavon Blackmon a real blind side candidate going forward?(15:25) How does speedster Jamier Brown look these days?(30:06) Could an elite defensive line be the key to national dominance?(38:27) What did Mark and Garrick think of Ohio State's performance at Iowa?(49:29) Mark's 'Buck-Eye In The Sky' film breakdown of the win in Kinnick Stadium.(1:01:06) Unparalleled

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52:57

Buckeyes ease past Iowa | Where can OSU improve the...

Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast ·

2026/10/05

Ohio State went on the road and emerged with an impressive 31-14 win over Iowa on Saturday. The score was 31-6 in the fourth quarter, and it marked another stellar performance from Heisman Trophy favorite Jeremiah Smith and his quarterback, Julian Sayin. What else stands out about the Buckeyes five games into the season? Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin discuss that and more on the Monday 5ish. (1:50) - Intro (2:40) - Dave's thoughts on the win over Iowa (4:50) - Dan's takeaways on Iowa game (13:20) -

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69:56

What We Learned Live: Ohio State defeats Iowa, 31-14

Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast ·

2026/10/04

Ohio State defeated host Iowa 31-14 on Saturday and we talk all about it on our postgame podcast, What We Learned Live. Host Dave Biddle is joined by JBook, Heater, Steve Helwagen and Pat Murphy.(1:42) - Intro (4:10) - JBook's takeaways (17:14) - Heater's thoughts (45:13) - Steve Helwagen live from Kinnick Stadium (57:06) - Patrick Murphy live from Iowa City (106:25) - Dave's parting thoughts

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37:56

All Eyes on Iowa | How healthy are Buckeyes headed to...

Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast ·

2026/10/02

What are predictions for the top-14 matchup between Ohio State and Iowa tomorrow in Iowa City? How healthy are the Buckeyes for their second road trip of the season? Can OSU's defense step its game up after a shaky performance against Illinois last week? That plus much more is coming your way on the Friday 5ish with Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle. (1:45) - Intro (3:38) - Vibes on Buckeyes through 4 games (6:58) - OSU-Iowa predictions (8:43) - Injury update for Ohio State (12:34) - Best Bets (17:30) -

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42:22

Ready for Iowa test? | Minor priority at defensive...

Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast ·

2026/10/01

Ohio State heads to Iowa this weekend for a huge matchup in a notoriously challenging venue.Can the Buckeyes get it done?Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter are here to answer that query.They also update you on Ohio State's current fast and furious recruiting efforts before Mark's video scouting report on local defensive lineman Thomas Minor.Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!(1:20) Welcome to the show(3:16) Garrick dives deep on Ohio State’s current recruiting efforts(18:44) Buckeyes travel to Iowa

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28:35

Reacting to what Ryan Day said about OSU's defense,...

Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast ·

2026/09/30

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day had some interesting comments about his defense, freshman running back Legend Bey and much more at his Tuesday press conference. On today's show, Dave Biddle and Patrick Murphy react to some of the most interesting things Day said and what it might mean for the Buckeyes moving forward this season. We also look ahead to the game at Iowa and much more. That is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish. (2:00) - Intro (2:45) - Defense lacks execution (7:34) - What did Day say

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47:41

Patricia's defense bend not break? | 'Next' running...

Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast ·

2026/09/29

Welcome to the show, 'Nutters! It's Tuesday so that means Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter take center stage.Our guys break down all of the recruiting skinny coming from Illinois visitors. Florida running back Tranard Roberts made the trip and Garrick has the latest.Roberts was not alone. Several key offensive line prospects and a strong West Coast contingent was in attendance.Then we put the Illinois game to bed. Is Matt Patricia's defense on the way to being elite? Or should we be worried?All that

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38:00

Feeling positive or negative about Buckeyes one-third...

Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast ·

2026/09/28

We are now one-third of the way through Ohio State's regular season. Are you feeling positive or negative about the Buckeyes this year? Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin give their takes on today's show, look ahead to the game at Iowa this week and much more. That is coming your way on the Monday 5ish. (1:45) - Intro (3:00) - Crazy Legs Sayin (6:15) - Offense was clicking early vs Illinois (8:10) - Schedule not as daunting as we thought? (11:50) - JJ is Heisman fave, plus other positives (21:30) - Penn

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68:42

What We Learned Live: Reactions following Ohio...

Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast ·

2026/09/26

Ohio State defeated visiting Illinois on Saturday and we talked all about it on our postgame podcast, What We Learned Live. Host Dave Biddle was joined by Garrick Hodge, Patrick Murphy and Steve Helwagen as they react to the Buckeyes' Big Ten opener and what it means moving forward.

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36:16

It's time for the offense to get going | Ohio...

Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast ·

2026/09/25

Ohio State's offense has been solid overall this season, but the Buckeyes have struggled when it comes to third-down conversions, red zone efficiency and short-yardage situations. Will tomorrow's game against visiting Illinois be a positive step for OSU's offense in those categories, or might it be more of the same? Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle discuss that on today's show, plus give final score predictions for the Buckeyes vs. the Fighting Illini and much more. That is coming your way on the Friday

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40:53

Better than Ohio State? | Illinois guest list

Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast ·

2026/09/24

Ohio State has completed the regular season's first quarter.How good are the Buckeyes? On a neutral field, which teams would be favored against Ohio State?We ask Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter. Their answers might surprise you.Then we discuss which recruiting targets are headed to Columbus for the Illinois matchup and whereGarrickandMark are headed on the Ohio high school gridiron.We finish with a taste of Mark's 'Buck-Eye In The Sky' film breakdown of future Buckeye offensive lineman Davis

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30:39

Moore to offer | License to Illibuck

Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast ·

2026/09/23

Jason Moore is coming on at defensive tackle for Ohio State. What about the other DTs in the mix? Can the Buckeyes' offense clean up their red zone, third down and short yardage woes against Illinois on Saturday? Dave Biddle flies solo on today's show and discusses that and much more. (2:00) - Intro (4:15) - Jason Moore stepping up at DT (5:10) - Need more from Eddrick Houston (6:35) - Will Jamir Perez be in the mix? (7:30) - Ryan Day not happy with most of the RBs (8:45) - Can red zone/third down

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43:20

Standard appeal? | Friendly neighbor | Kent State film

Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast ·

2026/09/22

Ohio State has a standard. It's called: 'Championship or bust.'Do the Buckeyes win it every year? No. Does that alter expectations? No.That means a 56-point win over Kent State won't necessarily inspire a parade.With that as context, we welcome Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter back to the show.We let you know who visited this past weekend and the impact. See: Hall, Jordan.Garrick also shares vibesafterseeing future Buckeye Davis Seaman in action.Then it's time to put the blowout win over the Golden

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49:32

Questions that still need to be answered for Bucknuts...

Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast ·

2026/09/21

We are one-fourth of the way through the regular season already for Ohio State. What are some questions that still need to be answered? Who are some players that are shining for the Buckeyes? What are our early thoughts on the matchup against Illinois? Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin discuss that and much more on the Monday 5ish. (1:55) - Intro (2:40) - Dan's Kent State takeaways (7:11) - OSU has an average DL (9:23) - We've been spoiled by the portal (12:15) - Who is Buckeyes' defensive MVP so far

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70:19

What We Learned Live: Ohio State 59, Kent State 3

Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast ·

2026/09/19

Ohio State defeated Kent State 59-3 on Saturday. On our postgame podcast, What We Learned Live, host Dave Biddle is joined by Garrick Hodge, Mark Neal, Patrick Murphy and Steve Helwagen.

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