

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 17, 2025 • 17min
BONUS: Ohio State Lands Commitment From 2027 4-Star Safety Eli Johnson
Ohio State picked up a huge commitment on Saturday evening, just before kicking off against UCLA, as four-star class of 2027 safety Eli Johnson chose the Buckeyes over Oklahoma, Texas, Texas A&M, and many others. Marc and Juck break down the pledge of the Cibolo (Texas) star.

Nov 17, 2025 • 20min
BONUS: Ohio State Recruiting: Four-Star EDGE Dre Quinn Commits to the Buckeyes
In this bonus episode of the Skull Session Recruiting Podcast, Marc Givler and Juck Miletti break down the commitment of four-star defensive end Dre Quinn and what this means for the Buckeyes' 2026 recruit class. If you like the show, subscribe by searching "Skull Session Recruiting Podcast."

Nov 16, 2025 • 52min
Instant Reaction From Ohio State's 48-10 Win Over UCLA
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr share their instant reactions following Ohio State's 48-10 win over UCLA. The fellas offer up their thoughts on the Buckeye offense, the dominating defense, and the completely surprising special teams. They also recap some of what head coach Ryan Day had to say following the game.

Nov 15, 2025 • 17min
Jeremiah Smith Injury Update: Buckeyes Without Top Two Receivers?
Tom Orr and Tony Gerdeman of Buckeye Huddle preview Saturday night's matchup between UCLA and Ohio State and discuss the injury situation with the Buckeye receivers. Ohio State could be without their top two pass catchers, and their top scoring running back as well. Tom and Tony discuss the impact of these potential absences, as well as how the Ohio State defense changes with UCLA starting quarterback Nico Iamaleava being out.

Nov 14, 2025 • 25min
How Will Buckeyes Welcome Nico Iamaleava Back To Columbus?
Buckeye Weekly Podcast: Ohio State vs. UCLA Game PreviewIn this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr break down this Saturday's game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the UCLA Bruins. The discussion touches on everything from the pros and cons of LA living to a detailed analysis of UCLA's key players, including quarterback Nico Iamaleava and interim coach Tim Skipper. Tony and Tom also delve into Ohio State's strategies, the potential for explosive plays, and what fans can expect from this critical night game. Plus, get insights into the weather forecast and how it might impact the game. Don't miss this comprehensive preview!00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter00:11 Discussing UCLA's Rose Bowl Experience01:55 Ohio State's Upcoming Game Overview03:08 Analyzing UCLA's Offense04:08 UCLA's Coaching Changes and Season Performance06:35 Ohio State's Defensive Strategy12:49 UCLA's Defensive Struggles14:26 Ohio State's Offensive Strategy and Predictions23:29 Weather Forecast and Closing Remarks

Nov 13, 2025 • 38min
14 Bold Predictions For UCLA Vs. Ohio State
Ohio State vs UCLA: Bold Predictions - Buckeye Weekly PodcastJoin Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr in this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast as they share and debate their bold predictions for Ohio State's upcoming game against UCLA. From rushing and passing yard milestones to unexpected touchdown plays, the hosts provide in-depth analysis and humorous banter. Don't miss their unique insights and the ensuing fun as they predict standout performances and game-changing moments. Tune in for an entertaining discussion loaded with stats, trivia, and plenty of laughs.00:00 Introduction and Banter00:34 Bold Predictions Show Begins01:37 Ohio State's Running Game Predictions04:53 Lincoln Keinholz's Trick Play Prediction08:52 Jeremiah Smith's Receiving Yards Prediction11:06 Ohio State's Offensive Yardage Goals16:33 Defensive Predictions and Final Thoughts19:51 Clarifying the 34-Yard Catch Rule20:24 First Career Interception Predictions21:26 Excluding Players from Predictions22:19 Debating Bold Predictions27:13 Julian Sayin's Touchdown Predictions31:19 Special Teams Touchdown Challenge36:27 Final Bold Predictions and Wrap-Up

Nov 13, 2025 • 18min
Are Buckeye Running Backs Frustrated By Four-Man Rotation?
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr recap their conversations with Ohio State running backs Bo Jackson, Isaiah West, and James Peoples, as well as head coach Ryan Day and defensive tackle Eddrick Houston. The running backs discussed the ongoing rotation and how they have each embraced their respective roles.

Nov 12, 2025 • 34min
Ten Things We Learned From Watching Indiana's 27-24 Win Over Penn State
Analyzing Indiana's 27-24 Win Over Penn State: What We Learned | Buckeye Weekly PodcastIn this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr dive deep into Indiana's 27-24 win over Penn State. The duo discusses the standout performances, key moments, and what these observations could mean for future matchups. They break down the impressive game played by Indiana's quarterback Fernando Mendoza, the team's overall resilience, and potential areas of vulnerability. Additionally, they compare Indiana's tactical approach and squad strength to that of Ohio State. Tune in to get a comprehensive analysis and insightful commentary on the game and the broader implications for the Big Ten landscape. Don't forget to hit the thumbs up, subscribe, and leave a five-star rating!00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview00:40 Indiana vs. Penn State Game Recap01:27 Fernando Mendoza's Performance03:43 Indiana's Offensive Analysis20:44 Indiana's Defensive Analysis32:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Nov 12, 2025 • 51min
College Football Playoff Rankings LIVE: Will Texas A&M Jump Ohio State Or Indiana?
Tom Orr, Kevin Noon, and Tony Gerdeman react to the third CFP poll. They discuss the Big Ten's possibilities of four bids, the ACCs possibilities of no bids, and take questions from the live stream viewers about everything else.

Nov 11, 2025 • 20min
Is The Ohio State Running Game Ready To Take The Next Step?
In this episode of the Buckeye Weekly Podcast, hosts Tony Gerdeman and Tom Orr recap what they learned from talking with Ryan Day on Tuesday. The fellas discuss the health of the offensive line, the situation at right guard, the health of Carnell Tate, the state of the running game, and the pleasant surprises of the Ohio State defense.


