Bucknuts Morning 5: An Ohio State athletics podcast

One-third of spring practice is now in the books for Ohio State and we have already gleaned several interesting things about the 2026 Buckeyes. It is also "introductory press conference" season as the media interviewed offensive coordinator Arthur Smith for the first time last Tuesday, defensive tackle James Smith on Thursday and wide receivers coach Cortez Hankton on Saturday.

Will Hankton play a deeper rotation of wideouts for the Buckeyes compared to his predecessor, Brian Hartline?

Also, there is a true freshman WR who is receiving a lot of buzz. And you might not be able to guess who it is, if we didn't use his name in the title of today's show.

Dave Biddle and Dan Rubin have that and much more coming your way on the Monday 5ish.

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We are only four practices into spring ball, but defensive tackle James Smith is already turning heads at Ohio State. What can we expect from the Alabama transfer this year? What about the other transfers on the defensive side of the ball, such as Terry Moore, Earl Little Jr., Christian Alliegro, John Walker, plus Smith's best friend and fellow Bama transfer, Qua Russaw?

Jonah Booker and Dave Biddle delve into that and much more on the Friday 5ish.

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How does Ohio State truly value recruiting targets in the Class of 2027? 

In this newfangled NIL era, we know Ohio State (and college football) has shifted to an NFL salary cap-type model. That spurred an update in how recruiting targets are classified in each program.

Who does Ohio State value most? What does the Buckeyes' master list of prospects look like now that cost is assigned to each?

Enter the 'Bucknuts Big Board.' Our Garrick Hodge spent countless hours convening with Ohio State sources and gathering info to put together a modernized look at recruiting priorities.

Join Mark Porter and Dan Rubin as Garrick guides you through this new recurring Bucknuts feature providing access to how Ohio State sees the '27 class.

Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

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Today's show takes a look at the main takeaways from offensive coordinator Arthur Smith's introductory press conference at Ohio State on Tuesday -- and there were a lot of notable comments during what was a very impressive interview. Also, today is the Buckeyes' pro day and we bring you a preview of that.

All of that and more is coming your way on the Wednesday 5ish.

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It's a big day for 'Nutters.

Spring practice resumes as the Buckeyes shake off the rust from break. After practice, new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith meets the media for the first time. That's appointment stuff. Carson Hinzman and Luke Montgomery will also hit the podium. Our guys Steve Helwagen, Dave Biddle and Pat Murphy will be there with bells on to bring it all to the 'Nutters.

This show features Garrick Hodge and Mark Porter, per usual. And wouldn't ya know right before we went on air Garrick got confirmation on a big recruiting visitor expected at today's practice. Perhaps you've heard of him: Jett Harrison. If for some reason you don't know who that is ... you know his older brother ... and his dad ... real well.

Other visitors expected? We have those for you, too. 

Oh, the wide receiver from Georgia that Ohio State offered yesterday? That's Maddox Davis and we have his film breakdown to enjoy.

Spend 5ish with us this a.m., 'Nutters!

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