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The Buckeye Weekly Podcast

The Buckeye Weekly Podcast

By: Buckeye Huddle Podcast Network
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 Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss Ohio State football, Ohio State football recruiting, and share insights and analysis from inside the Buckeye beat.Copyright Buckeye Huddle Podcast Network Football (American)
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  • Ohio State Football: Can the 2026 Defense Be Elite Despite Departures?

    Ohio State Football: Can the 2026 Defense Be Elite Despite Departures?
    Apr 28 2026
    Can Ohio State’s Defense Still Be Elite After Losing NFL Draft Stars? | Buckeye Weekly Podcast

    On the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr kick off “listener question season” by answering whether Ohio State’s defense can make its own mark after major NFL Draft departures from last year’s historic unit. They discuss the challenge of matching a program-best standard while noting Ohio State recently lost eight defensive starters to the draft and then seven more, yet still has the talent and coaching continuity to remain near last year’s level. They highlight how unexpected breakouts (like Arvell Reese and Kayden McDonald) can happen again, point to potential risers such as Kenyatta Jackson, and emphasize the transfer portal’s role in replacing starters with experienced players, including additions like Qua Russaw, James Smith, John Walker, Christian Alliegro, and Earl Little. They also expect schematic adjustments and possibly more aggressive, higher-variance play in 2026.

    00:00 Listener Question Season
    01:00 Can This Defense Match 2025
    02:31 Next Breakout Stars
    04:04 Portal Depth and Projection
    06:51 Roster Management Reality
    08:33 New Scheme and Creativity
    10:57 Final Take and Wrap Up
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    14 mins
  • Ohio State Football: Legend Bey, Riley Pettijohn Injury Updates

    Ohio State Football: Legend Bey, Riley Pettijohn Injury Updates
    Apr 25 2026
    Ohio State Injury Updates + Ryan Day on Mental Health | Buckeye Weekly Podcast

    On the Buckeye Weekly podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss Ryan Day’s update that Ohio State players who missed spring with various injuries and procedures (including issues like labrums and meniscus) are expected to be healed in time to have full summers, emphasizing how crucial summer work is for preparing for fall camp, especially for offensive linemen and running backs. They note spring is the right time to be cautious and get nagging issues cleaned up, while also highlighting the need for a mental break after spring ball. The conversation shifts to Day’s children’s mental health initiatives with Nina Day through the Kids Mental Health Foundation, including an event in New Hampshire focused on improving access, reducing stigma, and building resiliency, with encouragement for philanthropy and broader national expansion.

    00:00 Welcome and Big Update
    00:27 Spring Injuries Healing Timeline
    01:33 Summer Work Matters Most
    02:11 O Line and RBs Getting Reps
    04:28 Legend Bay Development Plan
    06:29 Recovery and Avoiding Lingering Issues
    07:17 Mental Breaks and Player Wellness
    09:07 Kids Mental Health Foundation Event
    10:07 Access and Ending the Stigma
    13:57 Wrap Up and Subscribe
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    16 mins
  • How Ohio State's NFL Draft Success Leads To Recruiting Wins

    How Ohio State's NFL Draft Success Leads To Recruiting Wins
    Apr 24 2026
    Buckeyes Go 4 in Round 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft + Ryan Day on Being “NFL Ready”

    On the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss Ohio State’s 2026 NFL Draft first-round results and what Ryan Day said in a Zoom about the Buckeyes being “pro ready.” They react to four first-round picks—Carnell Tate going fourth overall to the Titans (a surprise as the first Buckeye taken), Arvell Reese to the Giants, Sonny Styles to the Commanders, and Caleb Downs to the Cowboys—and explain how Ohio State’s day-to-day competition, media pressure, and NFL-style schemes help players transition seamlessly to the league. They highlight Reese’s upside and versatility, Styles’ maturity and community involvement, and Downs as a near “sure shot” despite size concerns. The hosts also connect Ohio State’s draft success to recruiting momentum and note the program’s historic draft production by position.

    00:00 Draft Night Kickoff
    00:46 Buckeyes Go Pro Ready
    03:43 Arvell Reese Breakdown
    04:57 Sonny Styles Spotlight
    08:02 Carnell Tate Surprise
    08:41 Caleb Downs Steal
    13:05 Recruiting Impact Angle
    13:43 NFL Style Development
    17:23 Position Dominance Stats
    18:24 Quarterback History Talk
    19:24 Wrap Up And Thanks
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    22 mins
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