

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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Feb 1, 2026 • 15min
Can Legend Bey Be An Impact Freshman For Ohio State?
Ohio State head coach Ryan Day says that Legend Bey is lightning in a bottle, but what does that mean for this coming season?In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss Ohio State freshman athlete Legend Bey and what to expect from him as a true freshman at Ohio State.

Feb 1, 2026 • 11min
Ryan Day Adds Another Assistant Coach To His Staff
Ohio State has reportedly hired Illinois special teams coordinator Robby Discher to helm the same position with the Buckeyes.In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman discuss the hire, Discher's past, and why having a special teams coordinator isn't the end of the world like some people used to think it was.

Feb 1, 2026 • 13min
Will Chris Henry, Jr. Be A Starter In 2026?
Will true freshman wide receiver Chris Henry, Jr. earn a starting role in 2026?In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the starting possibilities for Chris Henry, Jr. and they wonder if people are expecting too much from the Ohio State freshman.

Jan 31, 2026 • 14min
Three Concerns At Linebacker For The Buckeyes
The Buckeyes are replacing both of their starting linebackers, which has created a number of concerns at the position.In this edition of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss the three biggest concerns at linebacker ahead of spring ball.

Jan 30, 2026 • 16min
Was The Transfer Portal A Net Win Or Loss For Ohio State?
Was the transfer portal a net win or loss for the Buckeyes?In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr answer a listener question about whether or not the transfer portal was a net positive or negative for the Buckeyes.

Jan 30, 2026 • 11min
Which Buckeyes Are At Risk Of Losing A Job To A Transfer Portal Addition?
Which Buckeyes are at risk of losing a job to a transfer portal addition?In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr dicuss this listener question. Are there any starters who have had their jobs already given to a transfer portal addition?

Jan 30, 2026 • 16min
Is Notre Dame The Next Midwest Team To Win It All?
Now that they have a couple of Buckeyes on the team, is Notre Dame the next team from the Midwest to win a national title?In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman answer that listener question and others, including will Buckeye fans hear what they want to hear the next time Ryan Day talks to the media?

Jan 29, 2026 • 14min
Did Ohio State Survive The Transfer Portal?
The Buckeyes lost a number of talented players to the transfer portal, but did they lose anybody that they were unable to replace? In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr answer a handful of listener questions about the portal and the Buckeyes' role in it.

Jan 29, 2026 • 14min
Will A Freshman Start For Ohio State In 2026?
The Buckeyes signed some 2026 starters out of the transfer portal, but did they sign any out of high school?In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman answer a listener question about the possibility of any of the Buckeyes' freshmen winning a starting job this year. Note: There was an audio issue during this show, which we greatly apologize for.

Jan 28, 2026 • 13min
What Are The Trap Games For Ohio State In 2026?
Every schedule has a trap game or two, including the Buckeyes' newly released 2026 football schedule.In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr discuss what they view as the trap games on Ohio State's 2026 schedule.


