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Discussion Topic: Ohio states future
Rob Wagner added to this discussion on November 7, 2024
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Bassett actually eliminated Princeton during his prolonged recruitment process, FWIW. So down to 14 schools.
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"When I made the call that this would be the year that Ohio state could overtake Penn state a few things changed. First I didn’t realize Kirkvliet, Bartlett, and Starroci all still had eligibility and would come back. Second they picked up a world class wrestler in Messenbrink from the transfer portal. That’s nearly 100 points at ncaas right there. Nil and and the transfer portal have changed college wrestling greatly since then.
Ohio state should have been a clear second place finisher this year but Oklahoma state and Iowa both added many parts to their rosters in the portal. College wrestling has really changed. I still feel like they have a chance at second with probably 5th being the lowest they finish. All depends on who is wrestling and how healthy people are.
As for recruits Vinny B is not that big of loss imo. He took some bad losses this summer and his stock dropped quite a bit. It may have to do with his brother. Nick may be unhappy with Davino and the heavy recruitment of Blaze. Blaze is a must get to be in any sort of contention in the future.
Bo Bassett is visiting this weekend. He is down to 15 schools. I am still calling he ends up a buckeye. Just too many things that make sense for him to be in Columbus. His two biggest sponsors max muscle and Rudis are based in Columbus. His biggest strength and conditioning coach Meyer’s is here. Tom Ryan and his deep faith. Then he has mentioned he wants to be close to home. Eliminates ok state and Iowa. Ohio state just needs to come up with a little cash more than likely and it happens. ( maybe a lot). You heard it here first Bassett is a Buckeye.
Next year Ohio state could make a run if they land Blaze. If Penn state lands Blaze it’s just unfair. Oklahoma state may be the team to worry about in a couple years. Taylor has already done terrific in his short time."
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Discussion Topic: Ohio states future
Roe Fox added to this discussion on November 7, 2024
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“You heard it here first Bassett is a Buckeye”
Interesting. Anyone ever see Dano and Nick post at the same time? Same person?
Hmmmmmmm.
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Discussion Topic: Ohio states future
Drew Taylor added to this discussion on November 7, 2024
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Vince Bouzakis is super talented but something is off with him. A lot of questionable losses this offseason, including to Brogan Tucker of Ohio. He wrestled P.J. Duke at world trials and got his doors blown off. Duke is phenomenal but Bouzakis wasn’t the least bit competitive.
Vince fell in Flo’s rankings from first or second at his weight to ninth. This from someone with titles at Ironman and Fargo. I do wonder if it was he or the staff that initiated the breakup. Either way, good luck to him. Again, he’s a high level talent.
I wonder if the staff is working on any flips before signing day. Two years ago they stole Rogotzke from Navy. Last year Neves flipped from Stanford. Gotta believe they’ve placed some calls.
And then there’s Marcus Blaze. Signing Day is Monday. Will we hear from him before then?
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Discussion Topic: Ohio states future
Rob Wagner added to this discussion on November 7, 2024
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Totally down to keep this conspiracy theory running.
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Quote from Roe Fox's post:
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"“You heard it here first Bassett is a Buckeye”
Interesting. Anyone ever see Dano and Nick post at the same time? Same person?
Hmmmmmmm."
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Discussion Topic: Ohio states future
Justin Hayes added to this discussion on November 7, 2024
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Quote from Nick Lecklider's post:
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"When I made the call that this would be the year that Ohio state could overtake Penn state a few things changed. First I didn’t realize Kirkvliet, Bartlett, and Starroci all still had eligibility and would come back. Second they picked up a world class wrestler in Messenbrink from the transfer portal. That’s nearly 100 points at ncaas right there. Nil and and the transfer portal have changed college wrestling greatly since then.
Ohio state should have been a clear second place finisher this year but Oklahoma state and Iowa both added many parts to their rosters in the portal. College wrestling has really changed. I still feel like they have a chance at second with probably 5th being the lowest they finish. All depends on who is wrestling and how healthy people are."
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Are you preemptively conceding, Nick?
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Discussion Topic: Ohio states future
Justin Hayes added to this discussion on March 23, 2025
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Quote from Nick Lecklider's post:
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Quote from Justin Hayes's post:
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Quote from Nick Lecklider's post:
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"If someone wants to bet right now who will be a better team in 2 years at ncaas I will put money on Ohio state."
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I'll bet you a $20.00 gift card from Pizza Hut that Penn State will place higher than Ohio State at the 2025 NCAA tournament while simultaneously hoping I lose the bet. Deal?
*Niemann to arbitrate; loser mails the gift card to the winner."
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I will take the bet. Too bad Pizza Hut is not the same pizza I remember growing up anymore."
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I'll message you my address for payment, Nick.
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Discussion Topic: Ohio states future
Justin Hayes added to this discussion on March 25, 2025
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Did you receive either of my IMs, Lecklider?
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Discussion Topic: Ohio states future
Rob Wagner added to this discussion on March 25, 2025
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Justin, we need Slick Nick here to stay. He provides good commentary and keeps many posts alive, no need to try and bully him out. We need more Nick's supporting our fan base and less of that MPhillips jabroni. If you don't get your Pizza Hut gift card i'll treat you to one of my personal favorites here in Cleveland, Il Rione.
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Discussion Topic: Ohio states future
Hank Kornblut added to this discussion on March 25, 2025
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Quote from Rob Wagner's post:
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"Justin, we need Slick Nick here to stay. He provides good commentary and keeps many posts alive, no need to try and bully him out. We need more Nick's supporting our fan base and less of that MPhillips jabroni. If you don't get your Pizza Hut gift card i'll treat you to one of my personal favorites here in Cleveland, Il Rione."
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MPhillips is indeed a "jabroni". Only compliment I can give him is he reminded me why posting on themat.com is such a waste of time.
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Discussion Topic: Ohio states future
Justin Hayes added to this discussion on March 25, 2025
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I agree, Rob, he is a profitable contributor.
Nicky Three Posts followed up honorably. His bet was forgiven and he was exhorted to go and bet no more! ; )
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Discussion Topic: Ohio states future
Rob Wagner added to this discussion on March 25, 2025
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Hank we have been agreeing more lately, is the world coming to an end?!?!
I often see him posting on TheMat and its not a good reflection for Ohio St fans. There are others who root for the Buckeyes who I enjoy reading their posts though.
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Quote from Rob Wagner's post:
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"Justin, we need Slick Nick here to stay. He provides good commentary and keeps many posts alive, no need to try and bully him out. We need more Nick's supporting our fan base and less of that MPhillips jabroni. If you don't get your Pizza Hut gift card i'll treat you to one of my personal favorites here in Cleveland, Il Rione."
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MPhillips is indeed a "jabroni". Only compliment I can give him is he reminded me why posting on themat.com is such a waste of time."
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Discussion Topic: Ohio states future
Rob Wagner added to this discussion on March 25, 2025
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LOL
Slick Nick just needs to continue giving us the breaking Buckeye news and optimism!
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Quote from Justin Hayes's post:
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"I agree, Rob, he is an profitable contributor.
Nicky Three Posts followed up honorably. His bet was forgiven and he was exhorted to go and bet no more! ; )"
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Discussion Topic: Ohio states future
Mark Niemann added to this discussion on March 25, 2025
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Quote from Hank Kornblut's post:
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Quote from Rob Wagner's post:
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"Justin, we need Slick Nick here to stay. He provides good commentary and keeps many posts alive, no need to try and bully him out. We need more Nick's supporting our fan base and less of that MPhillips jabroni. If you don't get your Pizza Hut gift card i'll treat you to one of my personal favorites here in Cleveland, Il Rione."
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MPhillips is indeed a "jabroni". Only compliment I can give him is he reminded me why posting on themat.com is such a waste of time."
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I love Mike Phillips! Great guy.
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