

The Buckeye Weekly Podcast
Buckeye Huddle Podcast Network
Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss Ohio State football, Ohio State football recruiting, and share insights and analysis from inside the Buckeye beat.
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Nov 6, 2025 • 37min
14 Bold Predictions For Ohio State Vs. Purdue
Buckeye Weekly Podcast: Bold Predictions for Ohio State vs. PurdueIn this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr share their bold predictions for the upcoming game between Ohio State and Purdue. The duo revisits last week's predictions, discussing accuracy and missed opportunities. They debate potential outcomes for the Ohio State defense and offense, including standout performances, key players' milestones, and specific yardage metrics. The episode concludes with their boldest predictions and a fun bonus round. Tune in to see who might come out on top this week!00:00 Introduction and Banter00:27 Revisiting Last Week's Predictions02:28 Bold Predictions for This Week03:52 Debating Max Klare's Touchdown07:18 More Bold Predictions and Justifications10:44 Defensive Touchdown Predictions13:59 Three Ohio State Scoring Drives16:40 Defensive Struggles and Bold Predictions17:25 Impact Players: Jackson and Curry17:59 Ohio State's Defensive Line and Linebackers19:59 Yards Per Play: Ohio State vs. Purdue23:59 Wide Receiver Predictions32:40 Running Back Challenges35:25 Final Thoughts and Bonus Predictions

Nov 6, 2025 • 9min
Buckeyes Flip 5-Star Cornerback Jay Timmons
In this breaking news episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the flip of Florida State cornerback commit Jay Timmons. The Buckeyes flipped an FSU legacy and Top 30 player in the nation. What kind of prospect is the Ohio State defense getting? The fellas discuss all of this and more.

Nov 6, 2025 • 15min
Who Is More Difficult To Defend: Jeremiah Smith Or Carnell Tate?
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr recap what they heard from Wednesday night interviews with Ryan Day, Julian Sayin, Jermaine Mathews, Kenyatta Jackson, Kayden McDonald, and more. Sayin talks about receivers Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate, while Mathews gives his thoughts on which of the two are tougher to defend and what makes each of them nearly impossible to handle.

Nov 5, 2025 • 33min
10 Things We Learned From Rewatching Ohio State's 38-14 Win Over Penn State
Dive into Ohio State's thrilling 38-14 victory over Penn State! Hear about Kenyatta Jackson's explosive pass rush and the versatility of Caden Curry and Arvell Reese. Discover how disciplined defense dismantled Penn State's trick plays and the elite chemistry between Julian Sayin and Jeremiah Smith. Explore Ryan Day's innovative strategies against Jim Knowles' game planning, and how diamond formations set up offensive success. With standout individual performances, it’s a must-listen for any Buckeyes fan!

Nov 5, 2025 • 1h 30min
Initial College Football Playoff Rankings Release LIVE: Instant Reaction
The hosts dive into Ohio State's surprising No. 1 ranking in the initial College Football Playoff standings. They analyze how committee decisions shape the rankings, including surprises from teams like Iowa and Washington. Discussion unfolds about head-to-head comparisons and the implications of the SEC and Big Ten mix in the top spots. The crew also explores roster depth, matchup strategies, and what lies ahead for bubble teams like Notre Dame. They wrap up with thoughts on late-season performance and its impact on playoff dynamics.

Nov 4, 2025 • 23min
Is The Heisman Trophy Important To Ryan Day?
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman recap what Ryan Day had to say at his weekly Tuesday interview session. A good portion of the questions and answers centered around quarterback Julian Sayin and what makes him so good -- and potentially better than any Buckeye QB before him. Day also spoke about the importance of individual awards such as the Heisman Trophy.

Nov 3, 2025 • 38min
Are The Michigan Wolverines Regressing?
Michigan Monday: Analyzing Michigan's Narrow Win Over PurdueIn this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr recap Michigan's 21-16 victory over Purdue. They discuss the performance of true freshman quarterback Bryce Underwood, who struggled with accuracy and decision-making. The standout effort came from Jordan Marshall, who rushed for 185 yards and scored all three of Michigan's touchdowns. The hosts also evaluate Michigan's offensive line, wide receivers, and inconsistencies in the secondary and special teams. They analyze how these factors could impact the Wolverines' upcoming games, including their much-anticipated matchup against Ohio State. Tune in for in-depth analysis and insights on Michigan football.00:00 Introduction and Michigan's Freshman Quarterback Woes01:29 Michigan vs. Purdue: Game Breakdown01:58 Jordan Marshall's Standout Performance02:41 Justice Haynes' Injury and Impact09:57 Michigan's Offensive Line Challenges13:03 Bryce Underwood's Struggles and Freshman Wall19:34 Comparing Freshman Quarterbacks Across Conferences20:16 Injuries and Player Performance21:05 Wide Receiver Room Analysis23:04 Offensive Strategy and Execution25:13 Defensive Challenges and Injuries29:21 Michigan's Secondary Issues34:48 Special Teams Concerns37:25 Final Thoughts and Viewer Engagement

Nov 1, 2025 • 1h 4min
Instant Reaction From Ohio State's 38-14 Win Over Penn State
Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr give their instant reactions following the Buckeyes' 38-14 win over Penn State. They also answer a slew of questions from the live stream viewers.

Nov 1, 2025 • 1h 5min
Ohio State vs. Penn State: Pregame LIVE From Ohio Stadium
Buckeye Huddle's Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman preview Saturday's matchup between Penn State and Ohio State live from Ohio Stadium. They discuss the key matchups and also take questions from the live stream viewers.

Oct 31, 2025 • 35min
14 Bold Predictions For Penn State Vs. Ohio State
Bold Predictions for Ohio State vs. Penn State | Buckeye Weekly PodcastJoin Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr on this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast as they share their bold predictions for Ohio State's upcoming game against Penn State. From shutouts to individual player performances, Tony and Tom discuss what they think will happen this Saturday. Get ready for a mix of humor, stats, and spirited debate as they reveal their boldest forecasts yet!00:00 Introduction and Banter00:51 Reviewing Last Week's Predictions02:47 Bold Predictions for This Week04:07 Debating the Predictions09:28 Statistical Analysis and Arguments17:39 Remarks and Banter18:05 Ohio State Defense Predictions19:30 Max Klare's Receiving Yards Prediction20:40 Carnell Tate's Receiving Yards Prediction21:37 Ohio State Rushing Predictions23:10 Ohio State vs. Penn State Running Game25:14 Ohio State Wide Receiver's Big Game26:49 Final Bold Predictions and Wrap-Up


