In this continuation from Tuesday's episode, Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman discuss what they learned from interview sessions with Ryan Day, Kevin Wilson, and Jim Knowles following spring practice No. 1 for the Buckeyes. Topics include: - Jim Knowles really likes Kourt Williams. - Jim Knowles really likes Ronnie Hickman. - Is that going to be a problem? - Why there is no tackling to the ground in practice. - What does Jim Knowles want from his linebackers? - What if he can't get that? - What does Kev...
Mar 09, 2022•37 min
Ohio State has kicked off spring practice. In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss what they learned from interview sessions with Ryan Day, Kevin Wilson, and Jim Knowles after practice No. 1. Topics include: - A long list of unavailable players. - Some interesting names who are back practicing. - Ryan Day's plan for increased leadership. - Moving Jaxon Smith-Njigba around. - Jayden Ballard's rising status. - Cade Stover's future....
Mar 08, 2022•33 min
What does the depth chart look like? What to expect from Josh Proctor? Where is Kourt Williams? Which young players blossom in the spring? Are there concerns about the talent level? How will the new coaches mesh with the current crop of players? All of these topics are discussed and more in this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast.
Mar 07, 2022•34 min
Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman preview the Ohio State linebackers as they head into spring ball on Tuesday. What does the depth chart look like? Is there a Sam linebacker in the picture? What to make of the middle linebacker competition? How well will this roster fit into Jim Knowles' defense and how quickly can everybody pick it up? All of these topics are discussed and more in this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast.
Mar 06, 2022•31 min
Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr continue their spring positional previews with a look at the Ohio State defensive line. Who will be on the interior and will they stay there? Can a depth chart even be put together if we don't know who's a Leo and who isn't? Who is this a big spring for up front? How well will Larry Johnson and Jim Knowles mesh? The fellas discuss all of this and much more.
Mar 05, 2022•32 min
Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman continue their spring positional previews with a look at the Ohio State offensive line. Who will the top five guys be? Is Paris Johnson ready for left tackle? How is the depth looking? How will the Buckeyes react to a new coach in Justin Frye? The fellas discuss all of these topics, as well as a couple of proposed new college football rules looking to shorten the length of games this year.
Mar 04, 2022•33 min
Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman take a look at the receiver and tight end positions for the Buckeyes as they get set for the opening of spring practice. Where are the biggest questions and concerns at both positions? What do the depth charts look like? The fellas discuss those topics and more in this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast.
Mar 01, 2022•38 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman continue their Ohio State spring positional preview series with a look at the Buckeye running backs. Where are the biggest concerns and question marks for Tony Alford this spring? What does the depth chart look like? The fellas discuss these topics and more. They also answer a couple of listener questions about the position and then take a quick peek over at Michigan's running back situation headed into the spring....
Feb 27, 2022•32 min
Spring football is just around the corner for the Ohio State Buckeyes. As such, it is now time to start the Buckeye Weekly positional preview shows. Up first is the quarterback position. Ohio State returns Heisman candidate CJ Stroud and rising sophomore Kyle McCord. They also add true freshman Devin Brown. Is this the best QB room in the Big Ten? Yes. Tougher questions than that will be asked and answered in this episode as Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman take a deep dive into the Buckeye quarterback...
Feb 25, 2022•38 min
Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr conclude their countdown of the most exciting Ohio State football games of the 2000s with the top five... or, to be more precise, the top seven. There were too many great games that the fellas didn't want to skip over, so they added a couple extras in. - An overtime thriller in a high-stakes edition of The Game - Arguably the greatest College Football Playoff semifinal game ever - Maybe the most surprising result of the century for the Buckeyes - No. 1 vs. No. 2 in the ...
Feb 23, 2022•53 min
Our countdown the most exciting Ohio State football games of the 2000s is getting close to the top, with a look at five all-time thrillers. - A dramatic final-play win over Michigan - Arguably the greatest comeback in Ohio State history - A triple-OT classic that came down to a matter of inches - A loss to the eventual national champions that still has people asking "what if?" - A record-breaking comeback in the Rose Bowl Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr break down each of these dramatic games in the l...
Feb 22, 2022•37 min
Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr continue their countdown of the 30 most exciting Ohio State football games of the 2000s. In this episode, the fellas discuss the games ranked No. 20 through No. 11. (You can find No. 30-21 on the February 21 edition of The Morning Scoop.)
Feb 21, 2022•52 min
In this listener questions episode, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss a handful of topics provided by the listeners. (Note: This show was recorded prior to Gene Smith's interview session on Wednesday, Feb. 16.) In today's episode, the fellas answer the following questions. - How many catches/yards do you project for the receivers? - How many catches/yards do you project for the runners? - Can Marvin Harrison break into the national picture? - Can Miyan Williams break into the national picture? -...
Feb 17, 2022•36 min
Ohio State Athletic Director Gene Smith met with reporters on Wednesday to answer questions about the state of college sports today. Questions were asked, in particular about the playoffs, possible expansion, getting rid of divisions, and much more. In answering questions, Smith said that he would prefer Ohio State to play any home playoff game in Indianapolis rather than Columbus, depending on exactly when the game would be played. Is this a good idea of the worst idea? Tony Gerdeman and Tom Or...
Feb 16, 2022•38 min
In this listener questions episode, Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman discuss a handful of topics provided by the listeners. In today's episode, the fellas answer the following questions. - Is there an increased emphasis in workouts on toughness? - Is there any additional focus on Michigan during workouts? - Does Michigan's instability add to the focus or detract from it? - Which Buckeyes are most likely to go from "zero to hero?" - What is the biggest test on the schedule for Ohio State aside from Notr...
Feb 14, 2022•39 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr turn the show over to the listeners and answer their questions covering the following topics. - What is our true feel for the new defensive staff? - How will Jim Knowles navigate the need for immediate improvement with a defense that is complex to learn? - Will Knowles' scheme be successful right away? - Which Buckeyes are candidates to switch to single-digit jersey numbers/ - Who gets the Cot of Shame for the first road ga...
Feb 13, 2022•45 min
It's a listener questions episode as Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman cover a variety of topics sent in by the listeners. Questions include discussions about the following: - Two names that could be breakout stars for the defense. - Why does OSU refuse to give people gray on the sleeves? - Is TreVeyon Henderson going to make more people miss this year? - What's the best fringe benefit of covering Ohio State? - Will OSU add players from the portal? If so, which position? - Will OSU be losing players to ...
Feb 10, 2022•38 min
It's a listener questions episode as Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr cover a variety of topics sent in by the listeners. Questions include discussions about the following: - Predictions on the ACC/Pac 12/Big Ten Super Friends Alliance Scheduling. - Thoughts on OSU's chances with 5-star DL Lebbeus Overton. - Is Mickey Marotti staying up to date on his strength program? - What can QC analysts and grad assistants do? - Who will start at linebacker? - Will Tanner McCalister be an impact addition? - More....
Feb 09, 2022•33 min
It's a listener questions episode as Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman cover a variety of topics sent in by the listeners. Questions include discussions about the following: - Potential new starters that will surprise. - Rule changes on the horizon or that we'd like to see. - The new Ohio Stadium turf design. - Who is the most important hire for Ryan Day outside of Jim Knowles? - How bad are things at Michigan right now? - And more.
Feb 08, 2022•38 min
In this LIVE episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman, Tom Orr, and Kevin Noon discuss the news of the week around the Ohio State Football sphere. The new Buckeye coaches and early enrollees spoke with reporters this week, so the fellas cover what was seen and heard there. They also discuss the goings-on up in Michigan with Jim Harbaugh's triumphant return. And throughout the show, they answer questions from the live viewers, including trying to predict the opening day lineup for the...
Feb 05, 2022•1 hr 48 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr hand out some bold predictions for the members of Ohio State's 2022 signing class. Names mentioned include CJ Hicks, Dallan Hayden, Kyion Grayes, Caden Curry, and many more.
Feb 04, 2022•29 min
Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh looks like he's on his way out. But what happens if Minnesota doesn't want him? What happens if Michigan doesn't want him either? In this episode, Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman discuss Harbaugh's current situation and then break down 11 different candidates and the possibilities that they could end up in Michigan, as well as what kind of fit they would be there.
Feb 03, 2022•50 min
Ohio State head coach Ryan Day met with reporters on Monday for the first time since the Rose Bowl ended. He took time to discuss his recent coaching hires and what went into his decision to overhaul the bulk of the defensive staff. The new coaches also spoke with reporters afterward. Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr recap much of what was said on the afternoon and discuss what it means for the program moving forward.
Feb 01, 2022•34 min
In this special bonus mini-episode of the Buckeye Weekly podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the latest with Jim Harbaugh's pursuit of an NFL head coaching job. He didn't get the Las Vegas Raiders job, but interviewed with the Minnesota Vikings over the weekend, and is apparently in the running for the Miami Dolphins' spot as well. What does it mean that he's been in the running for so many different spots, and how likely is it that he'll end up coming back to Ann Arbor?...
Jan 31, 2022•18 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr take part in a good, old-fashioned Black Stripe draft. The fellas have a snake draft to select their picks for which Buckeye freshmen will have their Black Stripes removed first. They also explain and debate their picks throughout the show.
Jan 28, 2022•36 min
The Big Ten is discussing going back to eight conference games and getting rid of divisions. What kind of impact would this have on Ohio State? Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman discuss this matter and whether this would be good or bad for the Buckeyes and how it could harm or benefit the conference as a whole as well. The fellas also discuss the recent commitment of defensive tackle Will Smith, Jr., as well as the impending departure of Michigan defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald and what it means fo...
Jan 27, 2022•37 min
It's never too early for bold predictions, provided you preface things by saying it's way too early for bold predictions. In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr hand out 14 bold predictions for the 2022 Buckeyes that are just way too early to be all that accurate. And certainly too early to be tabulated if they're wrong. Some of the predictions involve players like CJ Stroud, TreVeyon Henderson, Marvin Harrison, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Kourt Williams, Sonny Styles, ...
Jan 25, 2022•51 min
College football is in a state of change right now with the influx of the transfer portal and NIL laws being enacted. Change has always been a part of college football, however, and that's what has allowed it to stay so modern and up to date. But what constitutes the beginning of modern college football? What year did modern college football begin and why? In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman discuss that question and go over a bunch of possible answers over t...
Jan 24, 2022•40 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr address a handful of listener questions regarding the Ohio State football program. The discussions this week include the following: - Julian Fleming's potential in the 2022 offense - Is it time to move on from the veteran defensive ends and let the younger guys like Jack Sawyer and JT Tuimoloau play? - Should Jaxon Smith-Njigba stay in the slot or move outside? - Does the revamped schedule help Jim Knowles' defense solidify...
Jan 23, 2022•36 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman answer a batch of listener questions. The topics this time around include the following. - How will the OSU offense benefit from playing against a Jim Knowles defense? - Where is the biggest area of opportunity on this Ohio State defense? - How does next year's front seven compare to Alabama and Georgia in 2021? - Does Ohio State have the talent to win it all in 2022? - And more.
Jan 21, 2022•32 min
