The Buckeye Weekly Podcast

Day three of Big Ten Media Days is set to kick off inside Lucas Oil Stadium with two of the biggest programs in the league, Oregon and Michigan. Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr of BuckeyeHuddle.com discuss what they've already learned about those teams, and what they're hoping to hear more about today. They also answer viewer questions live from Indianapolis.

Day one of 2024 Big Ten Media Days is now in the books, and there was a lot to learn from our conversations with Ohio State head coach Ryan Day, CB Denzel Burke, WR Emeka Egbuka, and DE Jack Sawyer. Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr of BuckeyeHuddle.com break it all down in this special live episode of the Buckeye Weekly podcast from Indianapolis.

2024 Big Ten Media Days kick off Tuesday morning in Indianapolis. The event has expanded to three days this year to accommodate the league's 18 members. Day one will feature Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti, Ohio State head coach Ryan Day, and Buckeye standouts Denzel Burke, Emeka Egbuka, and Jack Sawyer. Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr of BuckeyeHuddle.com are live in Indianapolis to preview the unofficial kickoff to the 2024 Big Ten football season.

Countdown to Buckeye Football Season & EA College Football Game Review Join Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman in this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast as they discuss the upcoming Big Ten media days, fall camp, and the exciting new EA College Football game. They explore some predictions for the season, reflect on Ohio State and Michigan's potential performances, and delve into the return of the college football video game. Tony shares his hands-on experience with the game, highlighting its features and nostalgic elements. Also, stay tuned for their thoughts on Michigan's quarterback situation, Ohio State's defensive touchdowns, and more. 00:00 Introduction and Upcoming Season Excitement 02:43 EA's College Football Game Review 07:27 In-Game Experiences and Features 13:45 Predictions for the Upcoming Season 19:29 Inconsistent Performance of Donovan Edwards 20:55 Michigan's Quarterback Dilemma 23:48 Ohio State's Freshman Running Backs 27:46 UCLA's Attendance Predictions 30:54 Ohio State Defensive Touchdown Predictions 36:11 Closing Remarks and Upcoming Events

Adding Ohio State Legends to the 2024 Buckeyes In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr complete part three of their series examining past Ohio State teams to identify standout players who could elevate the 2024 Buckeyes. With Big Ten Media Days around the corner, the hosts reminisce about notable players from the Urban Meyer era, including Dwayne Haskins, Nick Bosa, and Ryan Shazier, and discuss their potential impact on the current squad. Tune in for in-depth analysis, interesting anecdotes, and a preview of the upcoming football season. 00:00 Welcome to the Buckeye Weekly Podcast 00:11 Big Ten Media Days Excitement 01:48 Urban Meyer Era: Key Players for 2024 02:36 Quarterback Debate: Haskins, Barrett, and Miller 07:07 Offensive Line Upgrades: Decker and More 09:04 Linebacker Legends: Shazier and McMillan 11:13 Defensive Line Dominance: Bosa and Jones 16:06 Tight End Talk: Heuerman and Vannett 19:26 Remembering Ohio State Greats 33:56 Concluding Thoughts and Future Outlook

Welcome to another episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast with Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr. In this episode, the hosts dive into the Jim Tressel era of Ohio State football to select standout players who could bolster the current Ohio State football team. They discuss quarterbacks like Troy Smith, linebackers such as A.J. Hawk and James Laurinaitis, and other key players including Nick Mangold, Will Smith Sr., and Malcolm Jenkins. The conversation also touches on the value of special teams with mentions of Mike Nugent and potential secondary additions like Donte Whitner. Tune in for a nostalgic yet insightful look at how these Tressel-era stars could impact today's Ohio State squad. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:10 Revisiting the Jim Tressel Era 01:31 Top Picks from the Tressel Era 05:38 Defensive Standouts 08:16 Special Teams and Offensive Line 13:52 Underrated Defensive Players 19:38 Wide Receiver Debate: Ginn vs. Holmes 29:43 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly podcast, Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman venture through a hypothetical discussion on which three players from the John Cooper era could be added to the current Ohio State football team to make them championship favorites. (Note: Orlando Pace and Antoine Winfield have been removed from the draft board.) The duo reminisces about various historical Buckeye stars, and debates over key player picks like Korey Stringer, Dan 'Big Daddy' Wilkinson, Joey Galloway, and many others. The conversation also dives into the strengths and gaps of the 2024 squad and how these additions might influence the team's dynamics. 00:00 Introduction and Banter 00:13 White Noise Nickname Story 01:40 Green Noise and AI DJ Discussion 02:51 Main Topic Introduction: John Cooper Era Players 03:27 First Pick 07:08 Second Pick 13:59 Third Pick 17:38 Honorable Mentions and Final Thoughts

Join Tony Gerdeman and Kevin Noon in this edition of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast as they discuss the latest commitment to Ohio State — high four-star linebacker Riley Pettijohn from McKinney, Texas. They delve into his recruitment journey, official visits, and what his addition means for the Buckeyes' linebacker room. The hosts also touch upon the impact of James Laurinaitis' recruiting prowess and speculate on the future of Ohio State's defensive lineup. Stay tuned for more insights and updates on Ohio State recruiting. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:41 Breaking News: Riley Pettijohn Commits to Ohio State 01:16 Recruitment Insights and Predictions 02:21 James Laurinaitis' Impact on Recruitment 04:13 Ohio State's Defensive Lineup and Future Prospects 05:54 Recruitment Strategies and Challenges 11:12 Conclusion and Call to Action

Welcome to the Buckeye Weekly podcast with Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr. In this episode, Tony and Tom dive deep into bold predictions for the upcoming Ohio State football season. Tony shares his '50 for 50' series predictions involving Caleb Downs, the Ohio State rushing attack, and a surprising prediction involving Buckeyes with 100-yard receiving games. They also discuss the likelihood of a true freshman quarterback throwing three touchdown passes and Emeka Egbuka achieving some rarefied air. 00:00 Introduction and Show Setup 00:30 Ohio State Football Predictions Overview 01:18 Caleb Downs' Interception Prediction 03:30 Ohio State's Rushing Game Prediction 07:44 100-Yard Receiving Games Prediction 11:32 Freshman Quarterback Touchdown Prediction 15:16 Emeka Egbuka's Touchdown Prediction 20:35 First Four Opponents' Margin of Victory Prediction 27:49 A Receiving Yards Prediction 31:15 Conclusion and Call to Action

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Kevin Noon discuss Ohio State's latest commitment of Trajen Odom, a top defensive tackle from North Carolina. They break down his potential impact on the team, his recruitment process, and what it means for Ohio State's future. They also delve into the state of Ohio State's recruiting class, potential new commitments, and the overall recruiting landscape for the Buckeyes. Viewer questions cover a range of topics including the potential flipping of recruits, the importance of specific recruitments, and the implications for Ohio State's football program moving forward. Tune in for an in-depth discussion on all things Buckeyes! 00:00 Welcome to the Buckeye Weekly Podcast 00:13 Big Commitment for Ohio State: Trajen Odom 01:24 Analyzing Trajen Odom's Impact 02:39 Recruitment Strategy and Future Prospects 02:53 Ohio State's Defensive Line Depth 04:16 High School Football Insights 05:26 Recruiting Updates and Predictions 06:32 The Importance of Defensive Tackles 06:55 Ohio State's Future Roster and Portal Strategy 08:25 North Carolina Talent and Rankings 11:06 Recruiting Battles and SEC Competition 13:49 Defensive Line Prospects and Commitments 19:18 Recruiting Dynamics and Star Rankings 29:22 Safety Commits and Scholarship Numbers 32:17 Commitment Dynamics: Kentucky vs. Ohio State 33:35 Ohio State's Wide Receiver Strategy 35:37 Recruiting Shifts and Opportunities 39:29 Impact of NIL and Transfer Portal 48:39 Ohio State's Recruiting Class Prospects 57:23 Offensive Line Recruitment Challenges 01:01:02 Closing Remarks and Community Interaction

In this breaking episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Kevin Noon discuss Ohio State's latest addition to their recruiting class, three-star tight end Brody Lennon from Gilmour Academy. They delve into Lennon's potential contributions, the overall state of the Buckeyes' tight end room, and the recruiting efforts by tight ends coach Keenan Bailey. The discussion also covers the developmental paths of tight ends, Ohio State’s recruiting strategy moving forward, and the balance needed between pass-catching and run-blocking for tight ends in the Buckeyes' offense. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:21 Ohio State's New Recruit: Brody Lennon 01:54 Recruitment Insights and Comparisons 02:41 Tight End Room Dynamics 04:41 Future Prospects and Strategy 08:32 Challenges for Freshman Tight Ends 11:38 Class Size and Recruitment Strategy

Join Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman on the latest episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast! In today's episode -- which is powered by listener questions, the duo discusses the rapidly approaching college football season, including the EA college football video game and Big Ten media days. They dive deep into Chip Kelly's future—will he stay at Ohio State? Move to the NFL? Take up another head coaching role? Listener questions also bring up potential head coaches from Ohio State's assistant ranks, the 2024 recruiting class's redshirt potentials, and the challenges in securing a 2026 quarterback recruit. 00:00 Welcome to the Buckeye Weekly Podcast 02:16 Listener Questions Begin 02:42 Chip Kelly's Future Plans 10:56 Ohio State Assistant Coaches: Who's Next for a Head Coach Role? 22:24 2024 Recruiting Class: Who Won't Redshirt? 34:37 2026 Quarterback Recruiting Challenges

The Buckeyes have struck again in the state of Alabama with the commitment of Zion Grady. The 6-foot-4 defensive end recently took an official visit to Ohio State and must have liked what he saw as he followed it up in relatively short order with a commitment. Grady is a consensus top-100 player and one of the best out of the state of Alabama. Make no mistake, this one is a big deal as both Alabama and Auburn both had offered Grady. Ohio State beat out Auburn, Florida State, Miami (Fla.), and Tennessee, all schools that had welcomed Grady on campus for official visits along with Ohio State. Tony Gerdeman of BuckeyeHuddle.com joins host Tom Orr to break down the impact of Grady's commitment, what other defensive linemen could join the class, and then the guys answer viewer questions live.

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr dive into an exciting range of topics around Ohio State athletics. They provide insights on a huge recruitment weekend for the Ohio State football program, highlighting key visitors like offensive tackle David Sanders and cornerbacks Dorian Brew and Na'eem Offord. Discussions also cover the likelihood of these recruits joining the team and the impact of potential commitments. Tune in for an in-depth look at Ohio State's recruiting strategies and official visits this crucial weekend. Note: This show was recorded prior to the commitment of wide receiver Bodpegn Miller. 00:00 Introduction and New Baseball Coach Announcement 01:10 Big Recruiting Weekend for Ohio State 02:28 Running Back Recruitment Insights 11:21 Offensive Line Prospects and Opportunities 22:30 Top Cornerback Prospects Visiting 32:38 Local Ohio Prospects and Commitment Watch 35:37 Conclusion and How to Stay Updated

Join Tony and Tom in this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast as they dive into a lively discussion about the possible consequences facing Michigan amidst ongoing NCAA investigations and whether a postseason ban is conceivable. They also cover recent historical precedents involving NCAA penalties and analyze the ongoing legal battle involving former Michigan linebacker’s coach Chris Partridge against the university. Is a postseason ban for Michigan possible? 00:00 Introduction and Weather Talk 01:10 Discussing Ohio State Camps 02:47 Artificial Turf vs. Natural Grass 03:27 Listener Question: Michigan's Postseason Ban? 05:47 Historical NCAA Penalties 09:17 Comparing Tennessee and Michigan Cases 20:04 Chris Partridge Lawsuit 26:52 Potential NCAA Penalties for Michigan 34:56 Conclusion and Sign-Off

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the breaking news of Ohio State's latest commitment from running back Isaiah West out of St. Joseph's Prep in Philadelphia. They delve into West's background, talents, and what this commitment means for Ohio State's recruiting strategy, including its impact on future recruitments like that of Jordon Davison. The hosts also talk about the dynamics of the running back room and the importance of securing top talent to maintain depth and competitive edge. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:18 Breaking News: Ohio State's New Commitment 00:33 Isaiah West: Player Profile and Recruitment 04:08 Recruitment Strategy and Impact 05:06 Running Back Room Dynamics 06:59 Future Prospects and Final Thoughts 11:00 Conclusion and Sign-Off

This bonus episode is from the latest Skull Session Recruiting Podcast with Buckeye Huddle's Marc Givler as Marc and Tony Gerdeman discuss Friday's commitment of New Jersey wide receiver Quincy Porter to Ohio State. Marc and Tony break the commitment down, discuss Porter's game, and what the Buckeyes will do next with their receiver recruiting.

Join Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman on the Buckeye Weekly Podcast as they delve into viewer feedback and discuss the latest Ohio State recruiting evaluations. Tony and Tom unpack two weeks of Ohio State's one-day camps. They also touch upon important topics like the effectiveness of the Jack position, the impact of recruiting in Texas and Georgia, and the trajectories of promising players. Viewer questions about running back recruiting, the secondary class, and defensive end positions are covered in detail, providing listeners with comprehensive and candid information about the state of Ohio State football recruiting. (Note: This episode was streamed and recorded prior to the commitment of wide receiver Quincy Porter.) 00:00 Introduction and Viewer Feedback 02:00 Ohio State's One-Day Camps Recap 02:36 Spotlight on Eric McFarland 05:36 Recruiting Insights and Future Prospects 07:33 In-State Talent and Ohio State's Strategy 15:42 Linebacker Prospects and Defensive Strategies 20:58 Offensive Line Recruiting Challenges 27:25 Offensive Line Improvement and High School Recruiting 28:14 Recruiting Prospects: Isaiah West and Jordan Davison 28:42 Running Back Depth and Transfer Options 31:13 Official Visits and Potential Commitments 32:22 Storm Miller and Clemson Connection 34:30 Recruiting Coordinator Moves to Michigan 37:06 Fun and Food Challenges 42:42 Recruiting Concerns and Prospects 50:09 Season Countdown and Upcoming Events

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss seven of Tony's bold predictions for the upcoming college football season. Highlights include a true freshman wide receiver having a two-touchdown game, Jack Sawyer scoring a touchdown, and Jim Knowles winning the Broyles Award. They also debate predictions about Ohio State's top running backs, the potential of the OSU defense, and much more. 00:00 Introduction and Show Overview 01:36 A Jeremiah Smith Prediction 05:47 A Jack Sawyer Prediction 10:16 An Ohio State Defense Prediction 16:08 Bold Predictions for Running Backs 19:57 A Non-Quarterback Touchdown Prediction 24:02 A Prediction About Jim Knowles 28:36 A Prediction About The Buckeye Quarterbacks 35:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Check out BuckeyeHuddle.com to get all of the best Ohio State Buckeyes coverage. Our team of contributors will have you up-to-the-minute with recruiting, team coverage and so much more. Join the fastest growing community in all of BuckeyeNation at BuckeyeHuddle.com Join Now: https://buckeyehuddle.com/community/account/upgrades/ 🏈👕SHOP Ohio State gear on Fanatics: http://fanatics.93n6tx.net/WDk33J Get Ohio State stuff on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3T51uJ2 🎤Podcasting equipment: https://amzn.to/3TEN9Dk 🎙Podcasting mics: https://amzn.to/3Tyz8Hk 🎥Video equipment: https://amzn.to/3TGM0Lt

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerderman and Tom Orr discuss their observations from the first two days of Ohio State's football camps. They highlight standout prospects like Jakim Stewart, Simeon Caldwell, Jameer Brown, and Victor Singleton, emphasizing their performances and potential. They also touch upon the interactions between current Ohio State players and the campers, as well as the recruiting implications for the Buckeyes. The episode also includes lighter moments, like Tony's sunscreen mishap, and a brief debate about the best types of donuts. 00:00 Welcome to the Buckeye Weekly Podcast 00:33 Ohio State Camps and Prospects Overview 01:08 Sunscreen Mishaps and Camp Observations 03:04 Spotlight on Jahkeem Stewart 07:49 Larry Johnson's Coaching Impact 13:46 Simeon Caldwell: Rising Safety Prospect 17:49 Quarterback Prospects: Tavien St. Clair and Brady Edmunds 23:17 Jamier Brown: The Next Buckeye Wide Receiver? 26:21 High School Talent and College Prospects 28:16 Impressive Freshman Performance 30:31 Ohio State's Competitive Camp Environment 31:21 Spotlight on Victor Singleton 32:40 Preston Bowman: A Rising Star 36:07 Ohio State's Recruiting Strategy 37:04 2026 Quarterback Prospects 40:59 The Role of Current Buckeyes in Camps 47:47 Transfer Realities in Modern College Football 49:53 Wrapping Up and Looking Ahead