The Buckeye Weekly Podcast

Buckeye Weekly Podcast: Predicting Ohio State's 2025 Kickoff Times & Texas GameAnnouncementIn this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Kevin Noon break down the latest news about Ohio State's kickoff times for the 2025 season. They reveal that Ohio State vs. Texas will be a 12:00 PM kickoff on Fox and dive deep into predicting the kickoff times for the rest of the Buckeyes' games this year. They discuss the implications, fan preferences, and the overall impact of these kick times. Tune in for a comprehensive look ahead at Ohio State's 2025 football schedule. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:29 Game Schedule Announcements 01:21 Fox's Dominance in Scheduling 03:30 Predicting Ohio State's Kickoff Times 05:11 Supporting Buckeye Huddle 07:02 More Game Time Predictions 09:44 Analyzing Key Matchups 13:35 Big Noon and Other Networks 16:54 Final Thoughts on Scheduling 30:07 Prayer Energy and Game Timing 31:52 Kickoff Times for Ohio State Buckeyes 35:18 NCAA and College Sports Commission 41:00 Importance of the Texas Game 46:17 Night Games and Fan Experience 57:57 Concluding Thoughts and Viewer Interaction

In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss Tony's Michigan Monday piece where he employed various AI language models to predict potential NCAA penalties for Michigan amidst the ongoing investigation into Connor Stallions' sign-stealing accusations. They analyze the AI's projections, discuss the ambiguity around the term 'hammer' in terms of penalties, and reflect on historical NCAA sanctions, particularly comparing to Ohio State's incidents in 2010 and 2011. Tune in to hear their insights and opinions on the possible outcomes for Michigan! 00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:11 Memorial Day Special: Ohio State Sports Writers 00:45 Tony's AI Experiment on Michigan Penalties02:19 Discussion on Potential Penalties 08:08 Comparing Scandals: Michigan vs. Houston Astros 12:19 Reflections on Past Scandals 31:12 Final Thoughts and Conclusions

Join Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr on the Buckeye Weekly Podcast as they hold an exciting draft to select the Ohio State Buckeyes who are most likely to be named First-Team All-Big Ten in 2025. The duo discusses potential standout players, their attributes, and their chances of making the prestigious list. Dive into insights about players like Jeremiah Smith, Caleb Downs, James Peoples, and more, and understand the various factors that influence all-conference selections. Don't miss this engaging and predictive discussion about the future stars of Ohio State football.00:00 Introduction and Off-Season Catch-Up00:37 College Football Magazines and Drafting All-Big Ten Buckeyes 01:53 First Round Picks: Jeremiah Smith and Caleb Downs 06:06 Second Round Picks 10:58 Third Round Picks 20:22 Fourth Round Picks 25:07 Final Round Picks 32:56 Conclusion and Friendly Competition

New College Football CEO Could Change Michigan's Investigation Outcome | Buckeye Weekly PodcastIn this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss how the introduction of a new college sports CEO could impact Michigan's cheating investigation and subsequent punishment. The conversation delves into the details of Pete Thamel's ESPN report on the proposed CEO for college sports, the potential changes in enforcement, the role of NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) guidelines, and how the new structure may affect the Big Ten and Michigan specifically. Join Tony and Tom as they break down the implications of these developments and what it could mean for the future of college football. 00:00 Introduction and Spontaneous Live Show 00:47 Proposed CEO for College Sports 01:35 House Settlement and Enforcement Changes 05:38 Subpoena Power and Arbitration 07:53 Impact on Michigan and Future Enforcement 14:13 NIL Rules and State Laws 25:38 Political Influence and Legislative Actions 29:18 Debating the Noon Kickoff Time 29:44 Fox's Scheduling Dilemma 30:54 Potential Week One Matchups 32:00 Big 10 and Fox Partnership 34:08 Impact on Ohio State and Penn State 37:20 The Bigger Picture: Conference Dynamics 48:41 Concluding Thoughts and Recap

Buckeye Weekly Podcast: Predicting Breakout Stars for Ohio State's Defense In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss five (or so) potential breakout players on the defense for Ohio State in the upcoming season. They analyze the importance of these players stepping up, including Eddrick Houston, Kayden McDonald, Kenyatta Jackson, and more. They delve into statistics, potential impacts, and expectations for each player and how their performances could shape the defense's success. Tune in for an in-depth look at who could be the key defensive contributors for the Buckeyes this season. 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview 01:06 Defensive Breakout Candidates: Look at the Tackles 04:49 Defensive Line Depth and Concerns 07:57 Kenyatta Jackson's Potential Impact 10:57 Beau Atkinson's Role and Expectations 14:30 Linebacker Spotlight 17:21 Safety Duo 20:37 Cornerback Focus: Jermaine Matthews 28:38 Closing Remarks and Recruiting Updates

Five Breakout Buckeyes on Offense for 2025 | Buckeye Weekly PodcastIn this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss their picks for the five breakout Buckeyes on offense for this year's Ohio State football team. They kick off the episode by reflecting on the rapid passage of time and the arrival of May. The discussion then delves into the potentially breakout performances of players like James Peoples, Julian Sayin, Max Klare, and more. With a focus on each player's expected contributions and potential impact, Tony and Tom provide a thorough analysis and set the stage for what fans can anticipate in the upcoming season. 00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter 01:39 Breakout Buckeyes on Offense 02:58 The Next Star Running Back? 07:20 The Quarterback Battle 12:16 A Tight End to Watch 17:17 Slot Receiver Potential 22:42 Offensive Line Standouts 30:13 Conclusion and What's Next

Top 5 Most Exciting Buckeyes for 2025 - Buckeye Weekly PodcastIn this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss their picks for the five most exciting Ohio State Buckeyes for the 2025 season. Tony and Tom list out their top picks, including wide receiver Jeremiah Smith, safety Caleb Downs, and more. They delve into each player's strengths, potential impact, and discuss what makes them standout stars to watch in the coming season. 00:00 Introduction and New Format Announcement01:09 Top 5 Most Exciting Buckeyes for 2025: Jeremiah Smith 02:13 Top 5 Most Exciting Buckeyes for 2025: Caleb Downs05:43 Top 5 Most Exciting Buckeyes for 2025: ? 08:23 Top 5 Most Exciting Buckeyes for 2025: ?? 10:11 Top 5 Most Exciting Buckeyes for 2025: ??? 13:16 Top 5 Most Exciting Buckeyes for 2025: ???? 17:53 Conclusion and Call to Action

In this breaking news edition of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman discuss the transfer portal addition of Baylor's starting center Josh Ojianwuna. They break down what this addition means for the Buckeyes and what kind of player fans will see this season.

Emergency Podcast: Michigan Suspends Sherrone Moore Amidst NCAA InvestigationIn this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the breaking news that Michigan will be suspending head coach Sherrone Moore for two games this season in an attempt to appease the NCAA in the wake of the Connor Stalions investigation. The discussion delves into the implications of this suspension, Michigan's strategy in dealing with the NCAA, and the potential future penalties the school could face. They also address the broader context of NCAA violations, the impact on Michigan's football program, and the reactions from both fans and insiders. 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Welcome 00:27 Breaking News: Michigan's Head Coach Suspension 01:40 Michigan's Bargaining Phase 02:33 Implications and Reactions 05:37 Historical Context of Coach Suspensions 10:16 Michigan's Response and PR Strategy 15:11 Potential NCAA Punishments 24:45 Future of Michigan Football 31:25 NCAA's Reluctance and Michigan's Strategy 32:48 Timeline Speculations and Oklahoma Game 33:45 Michigan President Santa Ono's Departure 35:55 Self-Imposed Punishments and NCAA Reactions 39:48 Legal Complications and Potential Lawsuits 41:35 Backward vs. Forward Facing Punishments 45:36 Michigan's Offer and NCAA's Response 56:36 Final Thoughts and Viewer Interactions

Analyzing Ohio State's Transfer Portal Additions and Depth Chart Impacts | Buckeye Weekly PodcastIn this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr dive into Ohio State's transfer portal additions and discuss where each new player will fit in the Buckeye depth chart. Key topics include the roles of transfers Max Klare, Logan George, Ethan Onianwa, CJ Donaldson, and others, as well as the strategic impact of these additions on the team's performance and depth. The hosts also explore potential starting lineups and competition dynamics heading into the season. Make sure to tune in for detailed insights and analysis on the latest Buckeye football developments! 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview 00:11 Exciting Updates at Buckeye Huddle 01:43 Transfer Portal Insights 02:16 Ohio State Transfers: Depth Chart Analysis 02:55 Tight End Position Breakdown 06:14 Offensive Line Transfers and Expectations 11:46 Defensive End and Linebacker Transfers 22:10 Welcome to Columbus: A Development Year 22:43 Ohio State's Strategic Player Movements 24:16 Special Teams: Under the Radar Additions 28:50 Running Back Depth and Strategy 34:05 Defensive End Depth and Strategy 40:43 Conclusion and Subscription Reminder