In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the exciting addition of Purdue tight end Max Klare to the Ohio State Buckeyes. Ranked as the number one tight end in the transfer portal, Klare's impressive stats and potential impact on the 2025 offense are highlighted. The hosts delve into his previous performances, his fit with Ohio State's current lineup, and how the transfer portal is reshaping college football dynamics. 00:00 Welcome to the Buckeye Week...
Dec 24, 2024•13 min
Welcome to another episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast with Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr. In this episode, the hosts react to the breaking news of Ohio State acquiring former West Virginia running back C.J. Donaldson through the transfer portal. They discuss Donaldson's impressive stats, his potential impact on the team's dynamic, and what his addition means for the Buckeyes' running back room. With over 2,000 career rushing yards, Donaldson brings veteran experience and a unique physical presenc...
Dec 23, 2024•10 min
Here's a replay of the original edition of what we learned after rewatching Ohio State's 32-31 loss at Oregon back in October. Obviously things have changed for the Buckeyes since that game, but this will be a good baseline and reminder of where things started as we continue to cover and preview the Rose Bowl. We will have much more on the Ducks and Bucks over the next week.
Dec 23, 2024•37 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, join hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr as they dive into a detailed rewatch of Ohio State's impressive 42-17 College Football Playoff victory over Tennessee. They discuss standout performances, tactical nuances, and the emotional roller coaster experienced by fans and players. The duo covers a range of topics including the efficiency of Ohio State's offensive line, the impactful play of the defensive unit, the controversial officiating, and how Ohio S...
Dec 23, 2024•50 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman and dive into ESPN's broadcast of the College Football Playoff game between Tennessee and Ohio State. They discuss ESPN's framing and narrative, especially in light of the network's business partnership with the SEC. The conversation also explores the broader landscape of college sports media, fan reactions, and the intricate relationship between media coverage and fan perception. The discussion also addresses Kirk He...
Dec 22, 2024•44 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman give their instant reactions following Ohio State's 42-17 win over Tennessee in the first round of the College Football Playoff.
Dec 22, 2024•1 hr 24 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the breaking news that Ohio State's fourth-year junior offensive tackle Zen Michalski will enter the transfer portal. They analyze Michalski’s performance, speculate on his future, and examine the implications for Ohio State's roster. The discussion highlights the potential challenges the Buckeyes face in strengthening their offensive line with existing and incoming players, and the necessity to look for repla...
Dec 20, 2024•12 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr dive deep into the upcoming College Football Playoff game between the Tennessee Volunteers and the Ohio State Buckeyes. They discuss key matchups, expectations, and predictions. Whether it's analyzing Tennessee's road game struggles or Ohio State's defensive strengths, this episode covers all angles to prepare you for the big game. Tune in for insights on player performances, potential game-changing plays, and the ove...
Dec 20, 2024•29 min
Join Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr on this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast as they dive into their bold predictions for the upcoming College Football Playoff game between Ohio State and Tennessee. From potential game-changing plays to fun bets, the hosts discuss the stakes, past performances, and make some daring calls for the game. Don't miss the banter and insights as they prepare for this highly anticipated matchup. 00:00 Welcome to the Buckeye Weekly Podcast 00:36 Bold Predictions Time 0 0...
Dec 19, 2024•34 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr dive into the strategies Ohio State needs to employ to secure a win over Tennessee in the upcoming College Football Playoff game. They analyze the importance of Ohio State's running game, the impact of offensive line play, and the crucial roles of quarterback Will Howard and the wide receivers. The discussion also covers defensive tactics, the significance of consistent tackling, and the overall game plan needed for O...
Dec 19, 2024•35 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, host Tony Gerdeman covers the breaking news of redshirt freshman safety Jayden Bonsu entering the transfer portal. Tony delves into Bonsu's journey at Ohio State, his challenges, and what this means for the Buckeyes' safety depth chart moving forward. Get insights on potential replacements and the overall outlook for the position. Don't forget to subscribe for more updates and in-depth analyses on Ohio State football! 00:00 Introduction and Breaking...
Dec 18, 2024•10 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the major news of Minnesota redshirt freshman right tackle Phillip Daniels transferring to Ohio State. They delve into Daniels' background, his performance history, and why this addition is vital for the Buckeyes. They also explore Ohio State's current offensive line needs and speculate on further transfer portal activities. Join them as they analyze what Daniels' transfer means for the Buckeyes' roster and th...
Dec 18, 2024•9 min
In this live episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman recap what they got to see during a brief viewing window of Ohio State football practice on Wednesday. They discuss the shakeup on the offensive line, the pecking order at quarterback, and they answer questions from the live stream viewers. Of note, there are some audio difficulties in this episode but we tried to clean it up as best as we can. The show originated from outside in the elements and sometimes the wind got...
Dec 18, 2024•34 min
Join hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr on the Buckeye Weekly Podcast as they provide an in-depth discussion on what the Tennessee Volunteers need to do to secure a victory against Ohio State in the upcoming College Football Playoff game. They analyze each team's strengths, weaknesses, and strategies, focusing on defensive fronts, running games, key players, and special teams. Don’t miss this detailed analysis and coverage throughout the week to prepare for Saturday night's showdown in Ohio Stadium...
Dec 17, 2024•34 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the breaking news that Ohio State freshman quarterback Air Noland has entered the transfer portal. The hosts delve into the implications for Ohio State's quarterback depth chart, Noland's high school career, and potential future destinations for the talented quarterback. They also explore the broader context of quarterback transfers at Ohio State and what this means for the team's roster moving forward. 00:00 ...
Dec 16, 2024•12 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr delve into Tennessee's 36-23 victory over Vanderbilt in the Vols' last regular season game, analyzing key aspects of the Volunteers' performance. They discuss the significance of special teams, penalties, and the depth of Tennessee's defensive line, as well as potential vulnerabilities Ohio State could exploit in the upcoming College Football Playoff game. Tune in to hear their insights on how these elements might imp...
Dec 16, 2024•42 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr address listener questions about Ohio State’s upcoming playoff showdown against Tennessee. They discuss strategic approaches, weather impacts, potential lineup changes, and special teams performance as the Buckeyes prepare for a highly anticipated matchup. How much Jeremiah Smith would be too much? Will the Buckeyes learn from past mistakes? What will the OSU offensive line look like? What kind of tackling has Tenness...
Dec 16, 2024•29 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman provide a detailed preview of Ohio State's upcoming playoff game against Tennessee. They discuss the increased number of shows this week, potential strategic moves, key game matchups, and answer listener questions. The hosts delve into Ohio State's offensive and defensive strategies, player performances, and what fans can expect from both teams during the game. Tune in to get all the insights and analysis you need ahe...
Dec 15, 2024•31 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman answer listener questions about Ohio State's upcoming first-round playoff game against Tennessee. The duo discusses the strengths and weaknesses of both teams, including the critical matchup between Ohio State's offensive line and Tennessee's defensive line. They dive into the potential impact of the weather, specifically the cold conditions anticipated for the game. The hosts also touch upon the emotional state of th...
Dec 14, 2024•32 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman dive into Tennessee's 19-14 loss to Arkansas. They discuss how the game unfolded, the performance of key players, and what Ohio State might learn from this matchup. They analyze the Tennessee offensive line's struggles, their approach to tempo, and how Arkansas's defensive strategy could inform Ohio State's game plan. The episode also touches upon the effectiveness of Tennessee's run game and the potential impact of c...
Dec 13, 2024•44 min
Welcome to the Buckeye Weekly Podcast with hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman. In this episode, they dive into their analysis of Tennessee's 31-17 loss this season to Georgia in order to gain insights ahead of the upcoming matchup between the Vols and Ohio State. They discuss key takeaways, performance of players such as Dylan Sampson and Carson Beck, Tennessee's defense, and how the weather and other factors might play a role in the big game. Tune in to get an in-depth look at what to expect and h...
Dec 12, 2024•41 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss potential transfer portal options for Ohio State's offensive line. With four starters potentially leaving, they dive into several prospects like Josh Thompson from Northwestern, Gunnar Hansen from Vanderbilt, Isaiah World from Nevada, and Alex Wollschlaeger from Bowling Green. They analyze the strengths and potential fits of these players for the Buckeyes, as well as the importance of bolstering the offensive ...
Dec 11, 2024•26 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman delve into Tennessee's 24-17 win over Alabama from earlier this season. They discuss the key takeaways and performances from the game, including the impact of Tennessee's defensive strategies, the struggles of Alabama's offensive line, and standout players like Dylan Sampson and Nico Iamaleava. The hosts also preview how these insights could inform Ohio State's approach as they prepare to face Tennessee in the upcomin...
Dec 10, 2024•44 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the departure of Ohio State offensive lineman Miles Walker to the transfer portal. The hosts analyze Walker's background, his struggles with injuries, and his lack of playing time at Ohio State. They also delve into what this means for the Buckeyes' offensive line moving forward and the potential strategies Ohio State might employ to fill the gap, including looking at prospects in the transfer portal. 00:00 We...
Dec 09, 2024•13 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the breaking news that Ohio State quarterback Devin Brown is entering the transfer portal. They analyze the timing of Brown's decision, his career stats, and the potential impact on the Ohio State quarterback room. Additionally, the hosts speculate on where Brown might transfer and what this move means for players like Julian Sayin and the overall future of the Buckeyes. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:24 ...
Dec 09, 2024•12 min
The bracket for the first-ever 12-team College Football Playoff is about to come out, and fans across the nation are waiting to find out whether their team will make the field, and what their path to a national title will look like. Will Alabama sneak into the field? Or will SMU hold on to the last spot? How far will Penn State and Texas fall after losing in conference championship games on Saturday? And who will the Ohio State Buckeyes face in their first-round game? Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr f...
Dec 08, 2024•1 hr 13 min
In this live episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman recap what Ryan Day had to say on Wednesday at his signing day press conference. This was the first time the media has spoken with Day since the loss to Michigan, so there was plenty of talk about the Wolverines and what went wrong and why. The second half of the show discusses the recruiting class and the things Day had to say about the newest Buckeyes. All of that and more.
Dec 04, 2024•37 min
In this live episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman, Tom Orr, and Kevin Noon discuss OSU's fall to No. 6 in the penultimate College Football Playoff rankings. What does this not project for the Buckeyes in the playoffs? Will they be hosting a game? How are things shaking out for the SEC? The fellas cover all of this and discuss what Warde Manuel had to say on the weekly CFP teleconference to justify the committee's actions.
Dec 04, 2024•1 hr 34 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman delve into the details of Ohio State's 13-10 defeat against Michigan. They revisit the game, analyzing key missed opportunities, questioning conservative play-calling, and highlighting pivotal moments such as interceptions and ineffective runs. They also discuss the effectiveness of Ohio State's defense and the impact of special teams blunders. Tune in for a comprehensive breakdown and post-game analysis of one of the...
Dec 03, 2024•42 min
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the breaking news that Ohio State redshirt sophomore linebacker Gabe Powers is entering the transfer portal. They delve into his decision, his career at Ohio State, and the impact on the team's linebacker depth and special teams. The hosts also touch on the broader implications of transfer portal season for the Buckeyes. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:18 Breaking News: Gabe Powers Enters Transfer Portal 00:...
Dec 03, 2024•10 min
