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In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss a pair of running backs who were offered scholarships following Ohio State's 1-day camp on Tuesday. 2029 RB William Green and 2030 RB Cooper Jones are both from Texas and each of them put on a show on Tuesday. Tony shares his conversations with and about both players. Following the conversation, highlights from the RBs' performance in camp are included at youtube.com/@buckeyeinsiders

Ohio State's summer camp season rolled into week two on Tuesday at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center, and the team from BuckeyeInsiders.com was there to see it all. In this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, Juck Miletti of BuckeyeInsiders.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss five players who stood out during Tuesday's camp, including:Donald Tabron II, a 5-star QB out of Michigan powerhouse Cass TechTyzon Swann, considered by some to be the nation's top 2028 DTBrandon Murphy, a 2028 Defensive Back who jumped out with some big playsDeNeiro Girton, a 2028 Safety considered one of the top players on many teams' boardsPhilip Georgeopolous, a 2027 Punter with a massive leg

Did Michigan's Cheating Scandal Enable Texas Tech's Gambling Defiance? | Buckeye Weekly PodcastOn the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss a listener question arguing that the NCAA's handling of Michigan's Connor Stalions cheating scandal emboldened Texas Tech's defiant response to quarterback Brennan Sorsby's gambling-related rules violation. They compare the schools' approaches, noting Michigan threatened legal action but never went to court, while Texas Tech obtained a Texas judge's injunction blocking the NCAA's suspension attempt and released a 22-minute video defending its position. They argue the NCAA has punished or tried to punish wrongdoing (including fines and individual penalties), but courts and conferences like the Big 12 may shape outcomes, and they explore how conference or College Football Playoff decisions could affect Texas Tech if the situation continues.00:00 Welcome and Setup00:45 Listener Question01:25 Michigan vs Texas Tech02:37 NCAA Teeth and Courts04:00 Shameless PR Defense08:18 Mental Health vs Eligibility09:34 Judge Ruling and Big 1212:05 CFP Fallout Scenarios14:07 Wrap Up and Callouts

Defensive schemes are about more than just covering the opposing players. They're also about confusing the opposing quarterback and coaching staff, while keeping things simple enough that your players can execute the plan. And while mixing different coverage schemes is certainly one way to do it, there are also ways to show different looks within the same basic coverage. In this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, Michael Pettit, one of the Xs and Os insiders at BuckeyeInsiders.com, joins host Tom Orr to look at how Ohio State defensive coordinator Matt Patricia is able to take a Cover 2 scheme and put a very different spin on things. Today's show is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, the award-winning upscale steakhouse in downtown Columbus, named one of the top-50 steakhouses in America by Food Network. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

In this breaking news episode of Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning, host Tom Orr is joined by Tony Gerdeman to discuss the commitment of Deontay Malone to Ohio State. Malone is one of the top defenders in the state for the 2027 class. They discuss his commitment and what else might be coming down the road. 

Buckeye Weekly Podcast: 5 Best Ohio State Individual Seasons Since 1990On the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr answer a listener question about the five best individual seasons by an Ohio State player since 1990, debating standout years across positions. 00:00 Listener Question Setup01:00 J K Dobbins 201902:57 Malik Hooker 201604:35 Orlando Pace Dominance06:51 Vrabel and Chase Young09:06 Dwayne Haskins Record Year12:05 Other Great Seasons13:31 Wrap Up and Callouts

The Ohio State Buckeyes just added a crucial commitment to their 2027 recruiting class, 4-star cornerback Deontay Malone from Massillon Washington High School.Malone is the first corner to commit to OSU's 2027 class, making him a key piece of the future of Tim Walton's position room.Tony Gerdeman of BuckeyeInsiders.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss the impact of Malone's commitment and who could end up joining Malone in the 2027 cornerback class.Today's show is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, the award-winning upscale steakhouse in downtown Columbus, named one of the top-50 steakhouses in America by Food Network. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

Will Julian Sayin Run More in 2026? Ohio State QB Run Game Debate | Buckeye WeeklyOn the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr respond to a listener question about Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin using his legs and whether Ryan Day might force a “square peg into a round hole.” They argue the goal isn't to build the offense around quarterback runs, but to create an implied threat—occasional scrambles or keeps on reads—to make defenses account for the QB and help the run game. They discuss how a few key runs, like Carson Beck's against Ohio State, can swing outcomes, and note Sayin is mobile enough to pick up critical first downs without being a power runner. They also touch on sacks impacting rushing totals, suggest more run reads and selective early-season reps, and speculate on a season-high carries over/under around five.00:00 Weekend Mailbag Intro00:56 Julian Legs Concern02:27 Threat Not Feature05:08 Carson Beck Example10:09 More Reads RPOs11:51 Arthur Smith Run Game13:19 Carries Over Under15:00 Wrap Up Subscribe

Lorenzo McMullen, Jr. had already earned 5-star status as a recruit, but until this past week, the Cincinnati Princeton High School standout had not earned an offer from Ohio State.That all changed when he stepped on the field at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center at camp, where he got a chance to work with new OSU wide receivers coach Cortez Hankton for the first time. Tony Gerdeman of BuckeyeInsiders.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss McMullen's impressive performance and what it means for his recruitment. Plus, a look at 2029 WR Maddox Porter, a Tennessee native who also earned an offer at camp this week. This episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, seafood & sushi, impeccable service, live entertainment, and an attention to detail that is simply unmatched. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today. 

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the Ohio State special teams, Ryan Day's lack of aggression in this area, and why that could potentially be changing. They also make a couple of picks for some breakout stars on the Buckeye special teams.

The first week of summer camps wrapped up at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center on Thursday with an impressive group of quarterbacks. Tony Gerdeman of BuckeyeInsiders.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss four players who jumped out, including:Graham Simpson, a 4-star 2028 QB out of Tennessee, and the younger brother of former Alabama QB Ty SimpsonJames Armstrong, a 4-star 2028 QB out of western PennsylvaniaTitus Huard, a 4-star 2028 QB out of Colorado, and the son of former Washington standout Brock HuardReign St. Clair, a 2028 QB now playing for Upper Arlington High School in Columbus, and the younger brother of current Ohio State backup Tavien St. ClairAfter the show, you'll also get a short interview with Armstrong as he discusses his day, and where things stand with him and Ohio State.Today's episode is sponsored by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, seafood & sushi, impeccable service, live entertainment, and an attention to detail that is simply unmatched. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr give their best effort at predicting every kickoff time and network for the Buckeyes this season.

Camp season is in full swing at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center, and this week, we saw five offensive linemen who could potentially be fits for Ohio State's 2028 recruiting class. In this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, Tony Gerdeman of BuckeyeInsiders.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss:Samuel Bailey, a 2028 top-100 prospect out of AlabamaAnthony Blalock, a 2028 4-star out of YoungstownEytan D'Oleo, a 2028 4-star out of southern New JerseyTy Davis-Winn, a 2028 4-star out of eastern PennsylvaniaCollin Burris, 2028 prospect out of Marysville, OhioFollowing the show, you'll hear two brief interviews with players, including:9:26 - 2028 Top-100 OL Samuel Bailey11:30 - 2028 4-Star OL Anthony BlalockToday's show is presented by Jeff Ruby's of Columbus, proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, seafood & sushi, impeccable service, live entertainment, and an attention to detail that is simply unmatched. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss which players from the Urban Meyer era they'd add to this year's Ohio State football team to best ensure a national title.

Ohio State held its first prospect camp of the 2026 summer season on Tuesday at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center, and the team from BuckeyeInsiders.com was there to see it all. In this super-sized episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, you'll hear from Juck Miletti of BuckeyeInsiders.com as he joins host Tom Orr to discuss some of his biggest takeaways from the day, including big performances from: 2028 DT Kellen Hall, a 5-star prospect from Christian Academy of Louisville in Kentucky2028 DT Nikolas Stevens, a 4-star prospect from DeMatha Catholic in Maryland2029 OL Jax Wilkerson, a promising lineman from Carl Albert High School in Oklahoma2029 WR Sukora "Sip" Cooper, a talented receiver from Frisco Panther Creek High School in TexasThen, after the episode, you'll hear post-camp interviews at:9:51 with 2028 DT Kellen Hall12:13 with 2029 WR Sukora "Sip" Cooper14:21 with 2028 DT Nikolas StevensThanks as always to our partners at Jeff Ruby's of Columbus, the award-winning upscale steakhouse in downtown Columbus, named one of the top-50 steakhouses in America by Food Network. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman pick one Buckeye from the Jim Tressel era that they would add to this year's Ohio State football team in order to best ensure a national title.

Buckeye Weekly: Texas Judge's Injunction Lets Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby Play Despite NCAA Gambling RulesOn the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss a Texas judge granting Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby a temporary injunction that allows him to play most of the season despite violating NCAA gambling rules by placing thousands of bets, including on games he could have played in and wagers involving Indiana teammates' unders. They explain that the injunction runs through a trial date set after the season, making an appeal unlikely to resolve matters in time, and argue this creates major integrity concerns and a precedent that undermines accountability. The hosts criticize Texas Tech leadership and booster Cody Campbell, compare statements from Campbell and NCAA president Charlie Baker about the need for congressional action, and contend the NCAA and schools have enabled chaos by resisting an employee/collective bargaining model.00:00 Welcome and Setup00:23 Sorsby Injunction Explained00:48 Why Betting Is the Red Line02:21 How the Appeal Timeline Fails05:28 Consequences and Accountability07:46 Integrity Questions for Texas Tech09:05 Judge Reasoning Under Fire10:55 Coaches Boosters and No Shame16:35 NCAA Congress and Employee Fix22:43 Bigger Picture and Inevitable Fallout27:06 Final Thoughts and Wrap Up

Which John Cooper-Era Buckeye Would Guarantee a Title for Ohio State? | Buckeye Weekly PodcastOn the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr kick off a series revisiting past Ohio State eras by debating which John Cooper-era players they'd add to the current Buckeyes to best ensure a national championship. Both agree Orlando Pace is the obvious top choice and discuss where he'd play on today's offensive line, calling him possibly the best Ohio State player they've ever seen. They then consider other additions, including David Boston alongside Jeremiah Smith and other receivers, plus options like Terry Glenn and Joey Galloway. On defense they highlight Dan “Big Daddy” Wilkinson and discuss adding Antoine Winfield, along with mentions of Shawn Springs and Andy Katzenmoyer. They also float Eddie George at running back, Ricky Dudley at tight end, a return of a fullback, and Mike Vrabel at defensive end, then invite viewer suggestions and promote their YouTube channel and buckeyeinsiders.com.00:00 Welcome and Setup00:52 Orlando Pace No Brainer03:23 Adding David Boston04:58 Glenn or Galloway Debate06:40 Big Daddy in the Middle08:25 Eddie George Power Back09:30 Winfield and Secondary Upgrades11:21 Fullback and Dudley Ideas12:56 Vrabel and Katzenmoyer Fit14:25 Wrap Up and Subscribe

The Ohio State Buckeyes held their second weekend of official visits, and there is plenty of news coming out of those, including a couple of players who could potentially commit to Ryan Day's program at some point soon. Juck Miletti of BuckeyeInsiders.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss the latest on:Glenville LB Kaylon Bailey, who could be the next member of the Tarblooder-to-Buckeye pipelineRB Jayden Miles, who visited from Louisiana, and still has several big visits to goCB Jaden Carey, one of the top remaining targets on Tim Walton's recruiting boardPlus, the latest on current Ohio State QB commit Brady Edmunds, who visited UCLA over the weekendAnd what kind of impression did the Texas Longhorns leave on Markus Fakatou, one of the top remaining defensive line targets for Larry Johnson?Today's episode of Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, the award-winning upscale steakhouse in downtown Columbus, named one of the top-50 steakhouses in America by Food Network. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today. 

What OSU Needs to Win the National Title: O-Line, Julian Sayin, Run Game & Defense | Buckeye WeeklyOn the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss results from Tony's Twitter poll asking fans to finish, “Ohio State will win a national championship this year if ___.” The most common response was improved offensive line play (about 55–60%), driven by late-season issues like pass protection and lack of a running game. They also highlight Julian Sayin's ability to make plays, process quickly, and add situational mobility, plus a better running game through broken tackles and incremental improvements from young backs. Defense was a smaller share of answers (about 10–15%), with the view that it only needs to remain close to last year's historically strong standard under Matt Patricia. They also touch on Ryan Day, play-calling, and the addition of Arthur Smith to help address offensive consistency.00:00 Stormy Show Opener00:45 Championship If Question01:56 Offensive Line Top Concern04:01 Julian Sayin Mobility06:33 Running Game Breakthroughs11:21 Defense Expectations15:20 Ryan Day and Arthur Smith19:58 Wrap Up and Subscribe

The Ohio State football summer camp season kicks off this week at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center, providing the first look at the players who will become the next generation of college football stars. In this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, Tony Gerdeman of BuckeyeInsiders.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss what they're expecting to see this week at camp, some of the now-famous names that they first saw at these events in the past, and much more. This episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, the award-winning upscale steakhouse in downtown Columbus, named one of the top-50 steakhouses in America by Food Network. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today. 

The Ohio State Buckeyes loaded up in the Transfer Portal this offseason, bringing in a lot of top players who could become immediate impact guys in Columbus. In this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, Tony Gerdeman of BuckeyeInsiders.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss their lists of the players most likely to make the leap from the Transfer Portal to stardom on the 2026 Ohio State football team, including Florida State safety transfer Earl Little, Alabama defensive line transfers Qua Russaw and James Smith, Georgia cornerback transfer Dominick Kelly, and more.This episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast is presented by Jeff Ruby's of Columbus, the award-winning upscale steakhouse in downtown Columbus, named one of the top-50 steakhouses in America by Food Network. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

Buckeye Weekly Podcast: Top 5 Ohio State Football Transfers of All TimeOn the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman rank the top five transfer additions in Ohio State football history and debate the impact of each, noting that recency bias and missed older names are possible. They discuss Seth McLaughlin's Rimington Award-winning season and Achilles injury, Quinshon Judkins' one-year production and reputation, Julian Sayin's talent and potential to rise higher with more seasons ahead, and some notable others as well. 00:00 Welcome and Setup00:23 Transfer List Criteria01:22 Number Five Picks05:03 Number Four Debate06:26 Will Howard Breakdown09:48 Fields vs Downs Rankings10:03 Justin Fields Impact13:28 Caleb Downs Case16:23 Future Transfer Question17:14 Wrap Up and Subscribe

Will Ohio State Have Another Top-5 Defense in 2026? Buckeye Weekly PodcastOn the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss whether Ohio State can field another top-five defense this season after losing several high-end, versatile defenders. They note last year's unit was historically great (9.3 points per game, 4.0 yards per play, and no opponent scored 20 defensive points), making a repeat unlikely, especially with a tougher schedule that includes improved offenses like Texas plus high-scoring teams such as USC, Oregon, and Indiana. The hosts expect the defense to remain excellent, citing year two under Matt Patricia, better familiarity with personnel, and the ability to shape roster additions, while acknowledging a more aggressive offense could create shorter fields.00:00 Welcome and Banter00:47 Top Five Defense Question02:44 Why Last Year Was Historic03:57 Patricia Year Two Impact06:29 Schedule Makes It Harder09:33 Roster Depth and New Stars11:45 Predictions 13:50 Wrap Up and Subscriptions

Should Ohio State Have the Big Ten's Best Offense in 2026? Tempo, Efficiency, and a Tougher ScheduleTony Gerdeman and Tom Orr open by promoting Tony's new “Time and Change Will Surely Show” podcast on Buckeye Insiders, then shift to whether Ohio State should have the Big Ten's best offense this season and what could limit it. They discuss how Ohio State's pace has slowed under Ryan Day to reduce wear and injury exposure, making efficiency more important, and note last year's offense dropped to fifth in Big Ten scoring and was only four points per game better than Iowa. With a deeper roster, a veteran quarterback and play-caller, and more challenging games (including trips to Texas, Iowa, Indiana, USC, and Nebraska plus Oregon and Michigan at home), they debate whether OSU must be more aggressive while recognizing stronger defenses may cap the numbers.00:00 Welcome and Banter00:21 New Podcast Announcement01:06 Quarterback Episode Breakdown02:13 Subscribe and Website Launch03:16 Will OSU Lead Big Ten Offense04:06 Tempo Versus Efficiency06:31 Depth and Injury Management07:51 Schedule Forces Aggression10:38 Last Year Scoring Reality Check11:43 Why Offense Improves in 202613:53 Wrap Up and Call to Action

Ohio State's 2027 recruiting class could be on the verge of some very big changes. Brady Edmunds, the only quarterback currently committed to the Buckeyes, is visiting UCLA and its up-and-coming head coach Bob Chesney this weekend. What could this mean for Ryan Day's 2027 recruiting class, and how does this fit in with the Buckeyes' pursuit of 2027 QB Trae Taylor, who is currently committed to Nebraska?Juck Miletti of BuckeyeInsiders.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss that and much more on this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast.  This episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast is presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, the award-winning upscale steakhouse in downtown Columbus, named one of the top-50 steakhouses in America by Food Network. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

Ranking the Top 10 Big Ten Head Coaches (Who Will Make Fans Mad?) | Buckeye Weekly PodcastOn the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr rank their top 10 Big Ten head coaches and debate several controversial placements, including P.J. Fleck, Matt Rhule, Jedd Fisch, Bob Chesney, Bret Bielema, and Lincoln Riley. They discuss Kirk Ferentz and Kyle Whittingham as long-tenured, consistently tough coaches, question Riley's postseason results at USC, and evaluate Dan Lanning's Oregon success alongside concerns about recent playoff performances. They compare Ryan Day's sustained achievements at Ohio State with Curt Cignetti's rapid rise and national title at Indiana, emphasizing degree of difficulty. The episode ends with updates on launching a new Ohio State football community at buckeyeinsiders.com and where to follow the show online.00:00 Welcome and Setup00:10 Ranking Criteria and Format00:50 Number 10 03:46 Number 9 06:46 Number 8 10:10 Number 711:32 Number 613:33 Number 5 17:40 Number 4 20:34 Top 3 Debate23:52 Top 2 and Number 127:05 Wrap Up and Plug

The Ohio State football program is set to host its second weekend of official visits this weekend in Columbus. Juck Miletti of BuckeyeInsiders.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss the six official visitors for this weekend, including:Wyatt Smith: Ohio State's top-100 Edge commitEli Johnson: Ohio State's 4-star Safety commitAngelo Smith: Ohio State's Safety commitJaden Carey: 4-star CornerbackJayden Miles: 4-star Running BackKaylon Bailey: 3-star Glenville LBToday's episode is sponsored by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, proudly offering nationally-acclaimed U.S.D.A. Prime steaks, seafood & sushi, impeccable service, live entertainment, and an attention to detail that is simply unmatched. Go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today. 

Chaz Coleman is a native of northeast Ohio and put together an intriguing true freshman season at Penn State before entering the Transfer Portal. He ended up choosing to transfer to Tennessee instead of Ohio State, but has not participated in a number of practices this spring with the Volunteers, and missed team workouts this week. Now, with some Vols insiders hinting that Coleman could potentially leave the program soon, should Ohio State take another crack at bringing Coleman to Columbus if he's available?Tony Gerdeman of BuckeyeInsiders.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss that and more on this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast. The Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast is presented by Jeff Ruby's of Columbus, the award-winning upscale steakhouse in downtown Columbus, named one of the top 50 steakhouses in America by Food Network. Just go to JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

Jeremiah Smith Record Watch: Predicting When Ohio State's Receiving Marks FallOn the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr launch a “Jeremiah Smith Record Watch,” debating which Ohio State receiving records Smith is likely to break and when. They track his pace toward the career receptions mark (205), career receiving yards record (2,898), career TD catches record (35), and career 100-yard games record (15), with Tom offering specific game predictions (including USC, Iowa, Oregon, and Northwestern) and Tony frequently countering with Indiana or Illinois. They also discuss season records for receptions (95) and receiving yards (1,606). The episode closes with plugs for the new Buckeye Insiders YouTube channel and buckeyeinsiders.com.00:00 Welcome and Setup01:15 Record Watch Begins01:43 Career Receptions Chase03:29 Career Receiving Yards05:56 Career TD Catches08:15 100 Yard Games Record10:36 Single Season Receptions15:19 Single Season Yardage Debate17:37 Single Season TD Record19:57 Other Records and Wrap21:45 Subscribe and Sign Off

After the Ohio State Buckeyes hosted three top 2027 recruits on Official Visits, where do things stand with 5-star RB David Gabriel Georges, 5-star DL Marcus Fakatou, and 4-star WR Benny Easter?Juck Miletti of BuckeyeInsiders.com joins host Tom Orr to discuss that and much more on this episode of Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning, presented by Jeff Ruby's Columbus, the award-winning upscale steakhouse in downtown Columbus. Visit JeffRuby.com/Columbus to check out the menu and make a reservation today.

Buckeye Weekly Podcast: The 5 Most Indispensable Buckeyes This SeasonOn the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr share updates on the show's new home at Buckeye Insiders (YouTube and buckeyeinsiders.com) before discussing which Ohio State players the team can't afford to lose this season. Using a back-and-forth format, they agree on their top five, emphasizing the roster drop-off behind each and the difficulty of relying on younger or less proven replacements. They also highlight the importance of special teams, naming kicker Connor Hawkins (and mentioning punter Joe McGuire) as potential difference-makers in a schedule expected to produce multiple close games, and they invite audience feedback on who else belongs on the list.00:00 Welcome and New Home01:33 Indispensable Buckeyes Setup02:31 Cant Lose Jeremiah Smith04:41 Quarterback Julian Sayin07:14 Player Number Three09:34 Player Number Four12:04 Player Number Five13:32 Kicker Connor Hawkins15:20 Wrap Up and Callouts

In this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, Ross Fulton, the Xs and Os guru at BuckeyeInsiders.com, joins host Tom Orr to discuss a fascinating recent article from Cody Alexander of MatchQuarters.com. You can read that article here: https://www.matchquarters.com/p/af414b32-2870-4ea1-bbf3-b6bd2e0c467fToday's episode takes a deep dive into some of the concepts discussed there, including the Penny Front, Passive Pressure, and a breakdown of why the core concepts Patricia relied on in the NFL were not the same ones he used the most with the Buckeyes in 2025.The Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast is sponsored by Jeff Ruby's of Columbus, the award-winning, upscale steakhouse in downtown Columbus, named one of the top-50 steakhouses in America by Food Network. Check out the menu and make a reservation today at JeffRuby.com/Columbus

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr share an update on their time with Buckeye Huddle ending and the future at BuckeyeInsiders.com. 

Eric Weddle Says Bryce Underwood Can't Play QB?! | Buckeye Weekly Podcast (Michigan Monday)On this Michigan Monday episode, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr announce they are no longer with Buckeye Huddle and will be moving their coverage to BuckeyeInsiders.com while continuing the show on YouTube and podcast. They then react to former NFL safety Eric Weddle's comments after attending a Michigan spring practice, where Weddle said he didn't think quarterback Bryce Underwood could throw or play the position and suggested the backup might play early. Tony and Tom discuss how unusual and strong the take is based on a single practice, how spring performances can mislead, and why it may reflect more on the speaker than the player. They note Underwood's true freshman struggles and need for development, coaching changes, motivation concerns tied to NIL money, and why it's too early to declare his era over.00:00 Welcome and Setup00:38 Personal News New Home01:26 Weddle Quote Sparks Debate03:14 One Practice Overreaction05:52 Underwood Development Concerns07:58 NIL Motivation and Coaching12:18 Freshman QB Growing Pains16:17 Is The Era Over16:42 Subscribe and Wrap Up

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the news that they have left their former home and are launching BuckeyeInsiders.comThey discuss what that means for listening to their podcasts, finding them on YouTube, and some things to expect moving forward at BuckeyeInsiders.com

Reimagining Ohio State's 2011 Season Without Tatgate: Pryor, Tressel, and a Possible Title RunOn the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr revisit Ohio State's 2011 season and reimagine it without Tatgate, suspensions, departures, and with Jim Tressel still coaching a roster featuring senior Terrelle Pryor and freshman Braxton Miller. They walk through the schedule, arguing several losses—Miami, Michigan State, Nebraska (after Miller's ankle injury), Purdue (missed extra point), Penn State, and Michigan—could have flipped with better quarterback play, coaching continuity, and a full roster, potentially leading to a Big Ten title game and even a BCS National Championship opportunity against LSU. They discuss how ugly many 2011 games were, key turning points like the Nebraska collapse and the Wisconsin Hail Mary, and how NIL-era legality changes the lens on the scandal.00:00 Welcome Buckeye Weekly00:39 Why Revisit 201101:18 No Tatgate What If02:09 Akron Toledo Tuneups02:44 Miami Disaster Reframed06:38 Colorado And Sparty Ugly08:45 Nebraska Collapse Meme11:24 Legends Leaders Trivia13:22 Illinois Zook Upset14:26 Wisconsin Hail Mary Classic17:10 Purdue Penn State Rancid19:45 Michigan Heartbreaker22:15 Big Ten Title Path22:37 LSU BCS Toss Up26:35 Tatgate Legacy Today27:17 Wrap Up And Subscribe

Buckeye Weekly Podcast: Top 10 Ohio State Players of the Jim Tressel EraOn the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr mark nearly 15 years since Jim Tressel left Ohio State by time-traveling from the Ryan Day and Urban Meyer eras to rank the top 10 players of the Tressel era in no particular order. They reference fan responses from Twitter, debate key criteria and legacy context, and build their list. 00:00 Welcome and premise01:04 Rules and draft format02:06 Twitter poll guesses04:18 Pick 105:35 Pick 2 and 310:43 Pick 415:00 Pick 517:00 Pick 620:00 Pick 722:29 Pick 826:27 Pick 929:59 Pick 1034:10 Results and honorable mentions36:52 Wrap up and next show

The official visit season for the college football recruiting class of 2027 kicks off with a bang this weekend in Columbus, as the Ohio State Buckeyes welcome in a group including three elite players. In this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, Tony Gerdeman of the Buckeye Weekly podcast joins host Tom Orr to discuss three names for every Ohio State football fan to know, including:5-star RB David Gabriel Georges, the top back on Ohio State's board for 2027, and a must-get for the Buckeyes' class5-star DL Marcus Fakatou out of California, who could turn an already impressive OSU defensive line class into an incredible oneTop-50 WR Benny Easter, Jr., a Texas Tech commit who could give Cortez Hankton his first huge recruiting win in Columbus

Ohio State's 2026 football schedule is starting to take shape, with kickoff times and TV networks now set for a third of the regular season, and the kickoff time for one more game narrowed down to the late afternoon or evening. Tony Gerdeman of the Buckeye Weekly podcast joins host Tom Orr to discuss the latest on the kickoff times for Ohio State's matchups with Ball State, Texas, Kent State, Maryland, and Michigan on this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast. 

James Laurinaitis added another top linebacker prospect to Ohio State's 2027 recruiting class, with the commitment of 4-star prospect Prince Goldsby out of Missouri.In this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, Tony Gerdeman of the Buckeye Weekly podcast joins host Tom Orr to discuss the impact of Goldsby's commitment on Ohio State's 2027 class. 

Blind Ranking Ohio State's Greatest One-Season Wonders | Buckeye Weekly PodcastOn the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr joke about Tom's favorite types of Buckeye Weekly episodes before Tony has Tom blind-rank Ohio State football's best one-season “one-hit wonders.” Tony reveals six names one at a time and Tom must place each without knowing who's next, debating whether to judge by impact or raw statistics.00:00 Welcome and Setup00:26 Blind Ranking the Shows01:34 One Season Wonders Rules02:16 Player Number One03:27 Player Number Two05:30 Player Number Three07:54 Player Number Four10:21 Player Number Five13:17 Player Number Six17:16 Wrap Up and Subscribe

The 2026 Ohio State football schedule is loaded with huge matchups with other top programs, but Tony Gerdeman of the Buckeye Weekly podcast found that it might be an even better slate than most fans think.He joins host Tom Orr to take an objective run through the top 10 games of the season - and Ryan Day's program is part of five of them.

Which Ohio State Assistant Coach Will Have the Biggest Impact in 2026? | Buckeye Weekly PodcastOn the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss which Ohio State assistant coach will have the biggest impact on the Buckeyes reaching their ceiling this season. The most common pick is new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith, with the hosts focusing on his experience as a play caller and the potential for a step forward from last year's offense. They also highlight offensive line coach Tyler Bowen and the importance of improved line play, running backs coach Carlos Locklyn's challenge developing a young backfield, and first-year wide receivers coach Cortez Hankton's need to build production beyond Jeremiah Smith. Defensive coordinator Matt Patricia is mentioned as a factor again despite major personnel losses, and special teams coach Robby Discher is discussed in light of punt rule changes that could increase blocked punts.00:00 Welcome and Tressel Day00:52 Biggest Assistant Impact01:32 Arthur Smith Boost04:20 Fixing the O Line06:05 Young Backs and WR Room08:03 Patricia Repeatable Defense10:49 Special Teams and Punt Rule13:56 Wrap Up and Callouts

Breaking News: Top-100 DE Wyatt Smith Commits to Ohio State | Buckeye Weekly PodcastOn the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr react to breaking recruiting news that top-100 defensive end Wyatt Smith has committed to Ohio State. They describe Smith as a long, 6'6", 235–240-pound edge rusher from St. Thomas Aquinas in South Florida, ranked No. 78 nationally in the 247 Composite, No. 11 at edge, and No. 9 in Florida, and note he joins committed defensive end DJ Jacobs to give the Buckeyes two top-100 prospects at a premium position. They discuss Larry Johnson's continued recruiting and development track record, Smith's NFL bloodlines as the son of former Bengals All-Pro Justin Smith, and Smith's production last season (155 tackles, 24 TFL, 33 hurries, 13 sacks, two forced fumbles, two recoveries in 15 games), plus how Ohio State prefers freshmen to have opportunity rather than immediate need.00:00 Podcast Intro and Alert00:33 Wyatt Smith Commits01:57 Why Edge Recruiting Matters02:47 Larry Johnson Development Pitch04:36 Film and Production Breakdown06:40 NFL Legacy and Recruiting Angle08:06 Roster Outlook and Freshman Roles09:38 Opportunity Versus Need11:33 Wrap Up and Call to Action

Buckeye Weekly Draft: 6 Ohio State Players Poised to Be First-Team All-Big TenOn the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr do a snake draft of six returning Ohio State players they think will become first-team All-Big Ten this season, excluding transfers and anyone who was first- or second-team last year (Julian Sayin, Bo Jackson, Jeremiah Smith, Luke Montgomery, and Austin Siereveld).00:00 Welcome and Draft Rules01:20 Ineligible All-Big Ten Names01:57 Pick 1 03:20 Picks 2-3 05:41 Tom Pick 07:08 Tom Steals 09:39 Tony Recovers 12:03 Other Candidates and Wrap-Up

College football's leadership is fighting over the future of the sport's postseason. Will the College Football Playoff double in size from 12 to 24 next year? Will it just increase from 12 to 16? Or will Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti and SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey deadlock, and leave the CFP at a dozen teams?Tony Gerdeman of the Buckeye Weekly podcast joins host Tom Orr to discuss that, and whether an expanded postseason could kill the importance of college football's regular season.

Buckeye Stat Projection Game: Matching Past OSU Seasons to 2026 PlayersOn the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr play a game where Tony presents stat lines from past Ohio State players and Tom must project which current Buckeye could post those numbers in 2026, then guess the original Buckeye who produced them. They discuss rushing, defensive, and receiving lines, with projections involving players like Isaiah West, Legend Bey, Earl Little, Devin McCuin, and more. 00:00 Welcome and Game Setup01:42 Rushing Stat Projection04:21 Guessing the Past Rusher05:44 Defensive Stat Projection08:42 Revealing the Past Defender09:49 Interception Season Challenge13:51 Receiver Yards No TDs18:40 Deep Threat Stat Line22:26 Legend Bey/Dontre Wilson Comparison24:24 Wrap Up and Subscribe

The playing field at Ohio Stadium is getting a new look for the 2026 Ohio State Buckeyes football season, and it comes with multiple possible setups for different games.Tony Gerdeman of the Buckeye Weekly podcast joins host Tom Orr to discuss the changes, and what it could look like inside the historic Horseshoe this fall.

Most Impactful Ohio State Transfer in 2026?  | Buckeye Weekly PodcastOn the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss which Ohio State transfer could be the most impactful this season, using 2024 examples like Caleb Downs and Will Howard to frame the conversation. Tony leans toward safety Earl Little due to the defense's plans for him and the versatility he could bring, while Tom highlights kicker Connor Hawkins as a potentially decisive difference-maker in close games. They also run through other transfer candidates and roles, including James Smith, Terry Moore, Devin McCuin, Kyle Parker, Qua Russaw, Dom Kelly, Mason Williams, Hunter Welcing, Ja'Kobi Jackson, John Walker, Justyn Martin, and long snapper Dalton Riggs, emphasizing how impact can come from both star plays and critical special-teams reliability.00:00 Podcast Cold Open00:53 Defining Impactful Transfers02:10 Best 2024 Transfers03:33 Earl Little Spotlight06:18 Kicker Connor Hawkins08:53 Other Transfer Candidates10:01 Receiver Gravity Talk12:37 Qua Russaw Role14:11 More Names and Scenarios15:22 Long Snapper Importance16:46 Wrap Up and Thanks