BONUS: Is The Federal Government Holding Ohio State Recruiting Back?
BONUS: Is The Federal Government Holding Ohio State Recruiting Back?  
Podcast: The Buckeye Weekly Podcast
Published On: Sun Jul 27 2025
Description: Impact of NIL and Federal Regulations on Ohio State Recruiting | Skull Session Recruiting PodcastIn this episode of the Skull Session Recruiting Podcast, host Marc Givler and guest Tony Gerdeman discuss their recent experiences in Las Vegas and dive deep into the current state of college football recruiting. They explore the effects of recent NIL rules, executive orders, and the role of legal and government interventions on Ohio State's recruiting strategies. The conversation covers topics like the Big Ten Media Days, the role of agents, the potential impact of new legislation, and the broader implications for Ohio State and college football as a whole. Tune in for an insightful discussion on how these changes could shape the future of recruiting and the sport. 00:00 Welcome to the Skull Session Recruiting Podcast 00:09 Surviving Las Vegas and Big Ten Media Days 03:06 Recruiting Talk: NIL Rules and Government Involvement 06:21 Ohio State's Stance on NIL and Legal Challenges 14:22 The Future of NIL and Player Payments 20:33 The Reality of Recruiting Payments 20:47 Commitment Payments in College Sports 21:40 NCAA Violations and Consequences 23:24 The Role of Agents in NIL Deals 25:35 Regulating NIL Agents and Deals 29:03 Impact on College Football Recruiting 31:30 Ohio State's Approach to NIL 34:30 Future of NIL and College Sports 39:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts