The Hawkeyes put together a compelling second-half that included 34 points to demolish Illinois State 40-0. For the first time in his Iowa career, quarterback Cade McNamara was 100 percent healthy. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock get together to discuss McNamara's stellar second half, the offensive explosion, Iowa's defense and what they need to continue to work on over the next week before welcoming Iowa State. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FOOTBALL SEASON IS FINALLY HERE! That felt great to type, but even more fun to talk about! HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock discuss Kirk Ferentz's one game suspension, Cade McNamara being named the starting quarterback and at long last... give our season predictions! Both insiders believe that Iowa has a strong chance to advance to the college football playoff. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Caitlin Clark and the Hawkeye women put together a historic performance to defeat Nebraska for a Big Ten Tournament title. Clark, who had her 'worst half' of her career, bounced back with legendary play over the final 25 minutes. Are they a one-seed? On the flip side, Iowa men had an opportunity to almost clinch a NCAA Tournament berth, but struggled offensively in the loss to Illinois. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to breakdown each team's game. Who needs to step up for the Hawkeye women? Can they make a run for a national title? Will the men be able to put themselves in position for a NCAA Tournament berth? Let's dive into it... To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Keegan Murray's story continues to get better. This week, it was reported that Keegan has been invited to the NBA Green Room, which is reserved for the top picks in the NBA Draft. Murray is likely to become Iowa's highest drafted player ever. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt gives Iowa fans what they need to know ahead of the NBA Draft. What he's hearing from NBA personnel surrounding where Murray could be drafted, what teams would best fit him and much more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The worst-kept secret in Iowa has officially become headline news. Former Iowa guard Matt Gatens has been hired by Fran McCaffery and will be Iowa's next assistant coach. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock instantly react to the news by describing how he was a 'home-run' hire, perfect fit culture-wise and if he could potentially become Iowa's next head coach. You won't want to miss this loaded episode of the Swarmcast. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iowa lands another standout in-state prospect in David Caulker. A huge addition to Iowa's 2023 class and the defensive line continues to trend upwards. HawkeyeInsiders David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze Caulker's commitment, his game and much more. After, Sean provides a full recruiting breakdown of all of Iowa's 2023 recruiting efforts as a huge official visit month starts this weekend. You won't find more Iowa info in such a short amount of time. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some huge news out of the Iowa basketball world as Jon Rothstein reports that the Iowa Hawkeyes will take on the Duke Blue Devils inside Madison Square Garden. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock quickly gather their initial thoughts about the matchup, what this means for the brand of Hawkeye basketball, how much will this could impact recruiting and much more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Huge news in the Iowa basketball world as Kris Murray announced on Wednesday that he will return to the Hawkeyes next season. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze what Kris' return means to the team, Iowa's outlook in 2023, other top teams in the Big Ten and what's realistic to expect out of next year's squad. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some surprising news out of the Iowa football program on Wednesday as Big Ten Returner of the Year Charlie Jones has entered the NCAA Transfer Portal. Despite going through spring practice with the Hawkeyes and potentially having a bigger role with the offense in 2022, Jones believes that he can best utilize his opportunities elsewhere. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to discuss every factor following Jones' transfer, where he might go next and much more. The duo also touch on the news that 2022 DB signee Olando Trader will not be part of Iowa's class. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As fast as spring football started, it is coming to a close on Saturday when Iowa hosts its final practice of the season inside Kinnick Stadium. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to give fans an in-depth final glance at the storylines prior to the spring practice. What are some of the things they are looking for? How much can people truly read into one practice? Who are some of the players that they want to see step up? It's been a storyline-filled offseason for the Hawkeyes and Saturday should provide a solid glimpse on where the team is at heading into the summer. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some major breaking news on Thursday when top Iowa transfer target Fardaws Aimaq dropped his final five schools. The highly-coveted center out of Utah Valley is down to Washington, Gonzaga, Iowa, Texas and Texas Tech. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to deliver the latest on Aimaq. What did Iowa say to him during the recruiting pitch? What are the Hawkeyes' chances? How would Aimaq impact next year's expectations and fit in Fran McCaffery's system. A loaded episode in what could be a huge addition to the 2023 Hawkeyes. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was a tale of two units for Iowa in 2021 as too often the Hawkeyes' dominant defense had to carry a less than average offense. Heading into 2022, pressure is on OC Brian Ferentz to move the offense forward and to finally get some stability at the game's most important position. Host: Lance Glinn Guest: David Eickholt Follow or Subscribe to The College Football Daily on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Find the 247Sports podcast for your favorite team here! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iowa spring football is in full swing and the Hawkeyes allowed the media to sit in for about 35 minutes on Tuesday. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze what they saw out of Spencer Petras and the quarterbacks, running backs and give a rundown of every position group. There's a sense of confidence and calmness with the way the team was operating and seems more put together than the 2021 spring ball according to a couple of Hawkeyes. A loaded episode giving the latest. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A couple of months ago, the odds that Iowa basketball would make the NCAA Tournament were near zero, but that's why a full season is played. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze how Iowa has been able to turn its season around, including breaking down Josh Dix, Payton Sandfort's leadership and more. How can Iowa take down Illinois? The duo also take a deep dive into the legacy of Caitlin Clark and explain how the Hawkeyes can overcome Molly Davis' injury to make another run at a Final Four. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a day that was supposed to be filled with Hawkeye football... Iowa basketball took the spotlight. Top-10 and potentially top-five pick Keegan Murray has officially declared for the 2022 NBA Draft. Thirty minutes later, point guard Joe Toussaint announced his intention to transfer away from the program. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock take a deep dive into those things and much more including: Kris Murray's decision, Filip Rebraca returning, what should Iowa do in the NCAA Transfer Portal. You don't want to miss this filled episode of the Swarmcast. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spring football is in full swing for the Iowa Hawkeyes and there's a new member on the staff. Former Wisconsin quarterbacks coach and Colorado State offensive coordinator Jon Budmayr has been hired by Kirk Ferentz as an offensive analyst. How big of a deal is it? How much freedom will he have? HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock dive into that and a few other topics. Logan Jones is now at center and a pair of Hawkeyes depart from the program. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With basketball season done, all Hawkeye fans shift their attention to spring football, which is one that isn't going to lack storylines. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to deliver their latest analysis on everything heading into spring football. The latest with the quarterback position, taking a deep dive into Iowa's offense, who replaces Dane Belton at the CASH and how will Iowa's defensive line look? Lots of exciting topics as it truly feels like the calendar has turned to a new year. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Download and follow Eye on College Basketball for the most comprehensive March Madness coverage including complete bracket breakdowns and nightly game recaps! You can find the Eye on College Basketball podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else podcasts are found. Thursday is ALMOST. HERE. We're less than 24 hours out from the full field of 64 games starting. So, Gary and Matt have decided to spoil the entire tournament for you: The duo spends much of the episode breaking down the entire bracket, all the way to the championship game in New Orleans. PLUS: Norlander goes solo on the back end and takes listener questions galore on the bracket. Huge ep ahead. READ: Norlander - NCAA numbers to know READ: Gary and Matt's picks for every region JOIN THE Eye On College Basketball March Madness Bracket Group (03:03) - West Bracket Breakdown (22:45) - Eastern Bracket Breakdown (35:43) - South Bracket Breakdown (47:46) - Midwest Bracket Breakdown (01:00:41) - Norlander's NCAA Mailbag To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Iowa Hawkeyes are one of the hottest teams in the country. After winning four games in four days, Iowa was named Big Ten Tournament champions. Shortly after, they were named a No. 5 seed in the Midwest region. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze how the Hawkeyes turned their season around, keys to winning the Big Ten, give their ceiling about where this Iowa team can go in March and much more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Iowa Hawkeyes coaching staff is filled out once again. On Wednesday, Iowa announced that former star linebacker Abdul Hodge will take over as acting tight ends coach. With that move, Iowa offensive coordinator will assume the role of quarterbacks coach as well. Iowa is doubling down on Brian Ferentz, what does this mean? Sean Bock also recaps the latest from the Iowa recruiting trail after spending a couple of days in the St. Louis area interviewing some of the Hawkeyes' top targets. The duo close out the show by talking some Iowa basketball. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iowa's 2023 football recruiting class continues to be off to a roaring start. On Friday morning, in-state standout Alex Mota announced his commitment to the Hawkeyes. David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to give insight to how this all happened, what changed in the recruitment, who might be next in the class and much more. The duo also dive into what new defensive lineman Chase Brackney brings to the table. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Breaking news out of the Iowa football world when the program announced that quarterbacks coach Ken O'Keefe has stepped down from the role. He'll remain on staff in an off-field capacity. HawkeyeInsiders' David Eickholt and Sean Bock react to the news, what it means for Iowa, give some names to look out for and what impact it will have on recruiting. A loaded episode of the Swarmcast. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Eickholt and Sean Bock from HawkeyeInsider team up on the second national signing day to recap Iowa's late additions, their thoughts about the 2022 class and take a deep dive into the 2023 class. The Hawkeyes are in on several top targets in 2023. Is there a possibility to finish with a top-25 class? Sean goes into great detail about the recruitments of five-star OT Kadyn Proctor, four-star Kyler Kasper and several other targets. David also explains why getting Kyler Kasper would help vault them on the national recruiting landscape. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NFL decisions are all in. On Friday morning, consensus all-American center Tyler Linderbaum announced that he will forgo the remainder of his eligibility and declared for the 2022 NFL Draft. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock react to the news, discuss other decisions from Iowa players and suggest that this off-season might be the most interesting and storyline-riddled offseason since they both began covering the Hawkeyes. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iowa superstar Caitlin Clark will not return to the Hawkeyes for a fifth-year and has officially declared for the 2024 WNBA Draft. She'll be drafted No. 1 overall by the Indiana Fever and join a young core that could make some big-time national noise. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock break down the decision. Why announcing her intent prior to Senior Day was the perfect time, how she'll fit into the WNBA, how Iowa will try to replace Caitlin Clark and much, much more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Swarmcast is back as David Eickholt and Sean Bock of HawkeyeInsider take a close look at the schedule changes to Iowa football. The HawkeyeInsider crew discuss why this schedule sets up better for Iowa in the long run, what the expectations should be for the Hawkeyes next season and more. After winning the Big Ten West in 2021, does the West run through Iowa City? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Breaking news out of the Iowa football world today as Riley Moss, the Big Ten's Defensive Back of the Year, announces that he'll return to Iowa for a fifth season. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze what this means for the Iowa defense, what possibly led the the decision and over-analyze a tweet from Tyler Linderbaum about what his future could entail. A quick, but informative episode about the biggest Hawkeye offseason story so far. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iowa has signed a top-30 recruiting class by 247Sports for the second year in a row. The Hawkeyes managed to snag five commits on signing day including one of the best defensive back classes that Phil Parker has ever had at Iowa. How did it all happen? David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to give Hawkeye fans everything that they need to know about the class. They do a position-by-position breakdown and discuss players that could have an immediate impact and much more. You won't want to miss this loaded Swarmcast. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2021 Iowa football season concluded on Saturday with a 20-17 loss to Kentucky. It was a microcosm of what the Hawkeye season entailed. Iowa threw three interceptions and didn't have an identity on offense for most of the game. How do you evaluate Iowa's season? It was a 10-win season, but all four of their losses were by an average of 20 points. What does Iowa have to do better next year to get over the hump? David Eickholt and Sean Bock give their takes following the game and discuss the top storylines following the season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Iowa Hawkeyes have landed a big splash in the 2023 recruiting class as four-star quarterback Marco Lainez has committed to the program. The 6-foot-2 220-pound dual-threat quarterback becomes the third member of the 2023 class and now sets the foundation for what Kirk Ferentz and company are trying to build in the class. David Eickholt gives his insight on Iowa's newest commit, what it means for the class and how Iowa will approach things going forward. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iowa running back Tyler Goodson has elected to opt out of the Citrus Bowl against Kentucky and declare for the 2022 NFL Draft. The junior running back was a former all-Big Ten first team back and was a third team running back in the 2021 season. Where do the Hawkeyes go for the bowl game? HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock give their instant reaction to the news. They also discuss what the future at the position looks like and what each player brings to the table. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Iowa Hawkeyes have landed one of their highest-rated recruits in program history in five-star safety Xavier Nwankpa. The Southeast Polk high school product chose the Hawkeyes over Notre Dame and Ohio State at the end of the day. In addition to all the coverage provided at HawkeyeInsider, David Eickholt quickly recorded a podcast to discuss what it means for Iowa, his skill-set, what effect it could have recruiting and much more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Somehow, some way, Iowa has found itself in the Big Ten Title following a 10-2 record in the regular season. Kirk Ferentz and his Hawkeyes will take on the Michigan Wolverines for the Big Ten Championship. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze every aspect of the matchup. Where does Iowa have the advantage? Can Iowa contain Michigan's monster defensive line? We also give our final predictions. Following the extensive football talk-- we dive into the latest surrounding Iowa basketball and talk about their upcoming stretch. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Iowa Hawkeyes are headed to Indianapolis for a shot at a Big Ten Title. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze how it all came about, who will be the starting quarterback on Saturday and our impressions of Michigan's impressive win against Ohio State. Let's dive into the details and get ready for the biggest game since 2015. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Eickholt and Sean Bock are back to talk about a variety of Hawkeye topics. Iowa wins its eighth straight game against the Illinois Fightin Illini. Is Alex Padilla the new starting quarterback? What can we expect out of this year's Nebraska team? We dive into all of that. The duo also take the time to analyze what they have seen through the first few games of the Hawkeye hoops season. Keegan Murray has lived up to any expectations that people set for him, Jordan Bohannon and Joe Toussaint's chemistry in the backcourt and young players stepping up. What's the ceiling for this team? Let's dive into it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After weeks of waiting, the worst kept secret in Iowa Athletics is official. Jon Budmayr has been named Iowa's wide receiver coach. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock take a deep dive into the new hire. Is it underwhelming? Potentially, but there are two other people that are more important to the success of Iowa's offense. The duo also talk about how he can make an immediate impact on the recruiting trail and in year one. There are several factors about why this came to be, but it goes to show that Kirk Ferentz will always go with his gut rather than trying to impress the public with flair. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After Iowa's second straight loss, fans are demanding answers about what's going on with the Hawkeyes offense. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock answer your questions and discuss some of the top storylines surrounding the Hawkeye football program. Is it strictly a quarterback problem? What's going on with Iowa's offensive line? Does Iowa need to make some personnel changes? With four games left-- there's plenty of time to make corrections, but are the needed changes possible while the season is going on? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Iowa Hawkeyes are heading up to Madison for what's going to be one of the most physical games in all of college football. The Badgers and the Hawkeyes are the two likely frontrunners for the Big Ten West crown and Saturday's game will give one team a significant advantage heading into the final stretch. Badger247 reporter Michael Hogan joins the Swarmcast to give a complete breakdown of the Badgers. David Eickholt and Sean Bock also talk about the big picture and give their final predictions. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Iowa Hawkeyes lose their first game off the year at the hands of David Bell and the Purdue Boilermakers. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze what went wrong, how David Bell continues to do what he does against Phil Parker's defense, discuss where the offense needs to go from here and their questions heading into a crucial Iowa bye week. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt's Twitter Space continues on following the hour spent with HawkeyePodcast's Jon Miller. David opens it up to the public to hop on the call to ask him some questions. About eight minutes in, HawkCentral's Kennington Lloyd Smith III hops in on the conversation and stays to help preview Iowa's big showdown against Penn State. The duo answer questions about Iowa's wildcat, what a win would mean for the Hawkeyes' program going forward and everything else! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A very-requested collaboration comes into fruition. HawkeyePodcast's Jon Miller joined HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt on "Twitter Spaces" to discuss the national perception of the Iowa program. How have the Hawkeyes changed the culture since the summer of 2020. The duo go back-and-forth on what the Hawkeyes have to do to come away with a win and analyze every angle of the matchup. Can Spencer Petras take that next step? Will the offense throw in some more wrinkles? How does Iowa contain Jahan Dotson? They also take some time to answer questions from Hawkeye fans. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are just over 24 hours away from Iowa's big Saturday showdown against Penn State and HawkeyeInsider is all over it. David Eickholt and Sean Bock give their initial takes about this game, keys to an Iowa victory, some areas of concern and much more. After that, David welcomes in Lions247's Tyler Donohue to give Iowa fans some insight from the Penn State site.. Tyler does an outstanding job covering every angle that Hawkeye fans will need to know. The podcast wraps up with Sean and David previewing the most star-studded recruiting weekend in Iowa history. This is a must-listen episode. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State and Iowa continue one of college football's most surprisingly fun rivalries on Saturday in Iowa City. Penn State's had a few of these monster clashes over the years, but Hawkeye fans say say this is *their* biggest game in over 30 years. Host: Trey Scott   Guest: David Eickholt Follow or Subscribe to The College Football Daily on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Find the 247Sports podcast for your favorite team here! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt joins Lions247 experts Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue to analyze the biggest Iowa home game since 1985. The trio discuss Iowa's strengths/weaknesses, dissect the most important matchups, ways Iowa could exploit Penn State and how the Nittany Lions can give Iowa trouble. How has Spencer Petras progressed over the past year and a half? Can Penn State move the ball against the Hawkeye defense? What are the keys to slowing down Sean Clifford? The trio dive into all of that and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Iowa Hawkeyes defense proves once again that they are one of the best in the country. Maryland's Taulia Tagovailoa entered Saturday as one of the most efficient quarterbacks in the country. Phil Parker's defense responded by intercepting five Tagovailoa passes and forced seven turnovers in a 51-14 rout of the Terps. Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras put together his best career start and has silenced his critics. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock give their instant reactions, stats and recap Iowa's big win over a previously undefeated Maryland squad. Up next-- a likely top-five showdown inside Kinnick Stadium. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Iowa Hawkeyes will have the nation's attention on Friday night when they travel to take on the undefeated Maryland Terrapins in College Park. David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to deliver their analysis and predictions ahead of the matchup. Can the Hawkeyes' secondary hold up against an explosive Maryland passing attack? Will Iowa be able to get Tyler Goodson going? How much run will Keagan Johnson get? Also, the duo talk about the next steps the offense can take and why Petras is getting too much criticism. They conclude the podcast by breaking down Hawkeye basketball. Their analysis of the two 2022 commitments and early impressions from this year's squad. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tim Lester is officially in as Iowa's offensive coordinator. On Tuesday, Lester met with the Hawkeye media and answered a plethora of questions including what his offense will look like, how he'll change the utilization of Iowa wide receivers, where he'll be calling plays from and much, much more. Lester impressed the Hawkeye faithful, so HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock dive into his comments and what it could potentially look like in 2024. Bock also provides an update from the 2025 recruiting cycle since it has been so busy for Iowa over the past week. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iowa took care of business against Kent. State during its 30-7 win on Saturday inside Kinnick Stadium. After watching the tape, David Eickholt and Sean Bock give you their takes from the Hawkeye victory. Should Ivory Kelly-Martin still be Iowa's number two running back? Is Jestin Jacobs too good to keep off the field? What did we think of the Tyrone Tracy "no catch"? The duo dive into both sides of the ball and then give their takes on what they are looking for as Iowa prepares to welcome in a Colorado State team that is fresh off a 22-6 win over Toledo. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to talk about all things Hawkeyes, especially on the offensive end. How can Spencer Petras get it going? What's the key to getting Tyrone Tracy the ball? What are some different things that Brian Ferentz and the offensive staff can try to get things going? Will Iowa solve the offensive line issues? The HawkeyeInsider duo discuss all of that and answer your questions in this week's episode of the Swarmcast. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Iowa Hawkeyes are 2-0 and ranked No. 5 in the AP Poll. Still, there are plenty of people who aren't ready to fully buy-into this year's team yet. 247Sports National Recruiting Analyst and Cover3 contributor Bud Elliott takes some time to join this episode of the Swarmcast. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Bud dive into the specifics about this year's Iowa team, where they can improve and what's ahead for this group. Bud also dives into what the national perception is like with this year's group. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices