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Sports writers Chad Leistikow (Des Moines Register) and Scott Dochterman (The Athletic) are experts on the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Big Ten Conference. This podcast delivers in-depth coverage on the happenings in Iowa City and across the Big Ten.
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Iowa football and the College Football Playoff are front and center on this week's Legends & Listeners. Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman open with an emotional discussion of former Hawkeye linebacker Jack Campbell and the encouraging update he shared following his frightening injury with the Detroit Lions. The guys reflect on Campbell's leadership, character, and legacy at Iowa before turning to the first College Football Playoff rankings. What would it take for Iowa to climb into the 12-team field? How important is a strong November, and can the Hawkeyes make a statement against Northwestern? They also break down Iowa's 30-0 win over Wisconsin, the offensive execution that made the victory possible, and what the Hawkeyes need to do against a dangerous Northwestern team. The Wildcats bring a challenging offense led by quarterback Aidan Chiles, and Iowa's defense will need to be disciplined against the run and the option elements of the attack. Plus, a look around the Big Ten, the latest on Nebraska, the weekend's biggest matchups, and predictions from Chad and Scott. Legends & Listeners presented by GameDay Men's Health, exclusively on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Iowa football is looking to bounce back after a costly 13-10 loss to Minnesota. Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman break down the Hawkeyes’ mistakes, the quarterback questions, and what Iowa needs to do against Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium. The guys revisit the turnovers, penalties, and missed opportunities that doomed Iowa against the Gophers. They debate the quarterback situation involving Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski, examine the play-calling, and discuss how Iowa can get more out of its playmakers. Then it’s on to Iowa-Wisconsin, a pivotal game in a chaotic Big Ten race. Chad and Scott break down Wisconsin’s physical defense, quarterback Colton Joseph, the Hawkeyes’ path to a win, and why this rivalry remains an important measuring stick for both programs. Plus, they look around the Big Ten with picks and more. Legends & Listeners presented by GameDay Men’s Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Iowa football has its starting quarterback, and the Hawkeyes are preparing for a rivalry showdown with Minnesota for Floyd of Rosedale. Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman break down Kirk Ferentz’s decision to name Jeremy Hecklinski QB1, Iowa’s playoff potential, and what to expect against the Golden Gophers. The guys discuss Hecklinski’s performance against Washington, the importance of Iowa’s two-quarterback depth, and whether the Hawkeyes have what it takes to make a College Football Playoff push. They also look back at the history of the Iowa-Minnesota rivalry, debate the importance of the Hawkeyes’ trophy games, and preview the matchup in Minneapolis. Plus, Chad and Scott make their picks for the weekend’s Big Ten games. Legends & Listeners, presented by GameDay Men’s Health, exclusively on Iowa Everywhere. 00:01:03 Show Open00:03:02 Kirk Ferentz Names Jeremy Hecklinski QB100:09:40 Iowa’s Quarterback Depth & Playoff Potential00:13:26 Iowa-Minnesota Week & Rivalry History00:24:17 Who Hates Iowa?00:34:13 Previewing Iowa vs. Minnesota00:38:50 The Keys to Iowa’s Offensive Game Plan00:48:00 Iowa-Minnesota Matchup Breakdown00:53:00 Big Ten Football Picks & Predictions01:14:00 Final Iowa-Minnesota Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Iowa football made a statement with a dominant 41-24 road win over Washington. Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman break down the Hawkeyes’ performance, evaluate Iowa’s path through the second half of the Big Ten schedule, and debate whether the Hawkeyes can make a run at the Big Ten Championship game. The guys discuss Iowa’s impressive offensive performance, the running game, quarterback play, and the impact of the Hawkeyes’ traveling fan base in Seattle. They also examine the Big Ten race and debate how the conference standings could shake out. Plus, Chad and Scott look ahead to the remaining schedule, discuss the importance of the Iowa-Nebraska rivalry, and reveal their picks for the Big Ten Championship Game. Making weekly picks and more. Legends & Listeners presented by GameDay Men’s Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Iowa heads to Seattle for a HUGE matchup with Washington, and the quarterback situation is still one of the biggest questions surrounding the Hawkeyes. Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman break down Iowa’s loss to Ohio State, Hank Brown vs. Jeremy Heklinski, the struggling run game, Iowa’s defense, and what it will take to beat the Huskies. The guys also look back at an incredible Iowa City weekend with ESPN College GameDay, preview Washington’s offense and quarterback Demond Williams Jr., and make their picks for Iowa-Washington and the biggest games around the Big Ten. Plus, Panic, Concern, or All Good? As the halfway point of the season approaches, Chad and Scott break down a few aspects of the Hawkeyes and determine where the team is at. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. 00:00 Intro 01:38 Iowa-Ohio State Recap 08:50 Ohio State Is Just That Good 15:00 Panic, Concern or All Good? 27:00 Iowa’s Quarterback Situation 35:00 Iowa Heads to Seattle 41:00 Iowa-Washington Preview 49:00 Can Iowa Stop Demond Williams Jr.? 58:00 Iowa’s Run Game & Offensive Approach 1:05:00 Big Ten Roundup 1:14:00 Big Ten Picks 1:19:49 Iowa-Washington Pick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Iowa vs. Ohio State is here, College GameDay is coming to Kinnick Stadium, and Legends & Listeners breaks down everything surrounding the biggest Hawkeye game of the season. Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman look back at Iowa’s incredible 20-19 win over Michigan, including Hank Brown’s game-winning 91-yard drive, Reece Vander Zee’s walk-off touchdown catch, the emergence of Iowa’s passing game, and why the Hawkeyes may have finally found their quarterback. The guys break down what made the Michigan win so special, where it ranks in Iowa football history, and why it could become even more important depending on how the rest of Iowa’s season unfolds. Then it’s time for the Ohio State preview. Can Iowa slow down Jeremiah Smith and Julian Sayin? How aggressive does Kirk Ferentz need to be? Should the Hawkeyes try to shorten the game or attack Ohio State through the air? Chad and Scott discuss Iowa’s running game, the secondary, pass rush, Kinnick Stadium, College GameDay, and what the Hawkeyes need to do to stay competitive against one of the most talented teams in college football. The guys also discuss Iowa’s recent history against Ohio State, the 2017 upset, the importance of avoiding turnovers and big plays, and why this could be a very different game than the 2022 meeting. Plus, Chad and Scott run through the biggest Big Ten games of the week before making their Iowa-Ohio State predictions. Legends & Listeners presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Iowa vs. Michigan could be the game that defines the Hawkeyes' season. On this episode of Legends & Listeners, Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman break down the massive Big Ten showdown in Ann Arbor and what a win could mean for Iowa's College Football Playoff hopes. The guys examine Iowa's defense against Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood, including how Phil Parker's defense can challenge the five-star quarterback and whether Michigan's inconsistent running game gives the Hawkeyes an advantage. On the other side of the ball, Hank Brown takes center stage. After becoming Iowa's clear No. 1 quarterback, Brown faces his first true road test at one of the biggest stadiums in college football. Chad and Scott discuss his development, the Iowa offensive line, the running back rotation, Tony Diaz, and whether Tim Lester's offense can finally make plays against an elite defense. The guys also look at Iowa's remarkable struggles in recent games in front of huge crowds, the history of the Iowa-Michigan rivalry, and why this matchup could have major implications for the entire Big Ten. Plus, Chad and Scott run through the biggest Big Ten games of the weekend and make their picks as conference play begins. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Iowa is near the bottom of the Big Ten in college football roster spending, according to The Athletic’s new NIL report, and Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman break down what it means for the Hawkeyes. The guys discuss The Athletic’s months-long reporting project and its estimated $19–20 million roster spending figure for Iowa, which ranks 17th out of 18 Big Ten teams. They explain where Iowa fits in the new NIL and revenue-sharing landscape, why some fans have questioned the numbers, and whether the Hawkeyes can continue competing if other Big Ten programs spend significantly more. Chad and Scott also discuss Iowa’s record athletic department fundraising, how football and basketball spending could evolve, the Protect College Sports Act, and what it could mean for college athletics. Plus, the guys revisit Iowa’s 16-13 Cy-Hawk win, discuss Iowa’s quarterback situation heading into Northern Iowa, examine the Big Ten’s struggles after Week 2, react to Oregon’s loss to Oklahoma State, and look ahead to Iowa basketball’s Big Ten schedule. Legends & Listeners presented by GameDay Men's Health. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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