Podcast appearances and mentions of Curt Cignetti

It's a great time to be a Hoosier. Brian Tonsoni is joined by Ryan Phillips and Bob Moats to break down Indiana basketball's newly released non-conference schedule, sort through the latest eligibility questions, and get ready for the defending national champion football Hoosiers to open the 2026 season against North Texas. Sam Alexis' eligibility remains unresolved, sparking a broader discussion about the NCAA, professional contracts, Summer League participation, and where college eligibility rules should ultimately draw the line. Victor Oladipo is attempting an NBA comeback, while a new documentary celebrates longtime Voice of the Hoosiers Don Fischer.Indiana volleyball earns a huge five-set victory over defending national champion Texas A&M, while IU men's soccer continues its strong start. The guys dig into a schedule featuring five power-conference opponents, including neutral-site matchups with Syracuse, Arkansas and Kentucky, plus home dates against UCF and Missouri. Add exhibitions against Butler, North Carolina and Western Kentucky, and IU will have plenty of opportunities to learn about itself before Big Ten play. Why the Arkansas-Kentucky back-to-back could provide an early measuring stick.How marquee games at Madison Square Garden and Lucas Oil can help Indiana build its NCAA Tournament résumé.Why the schedule feels appropriately ambitious for a veteran roster—and why the Big Ten alone can't be counted on to provide enough quality opportunities. The overlooked value of games against teams like Bellarmine and Tennessee Tech, whose styles could give IU useful early-season tests even if they aren't marquee opponents. And what would constitute a successful record in those five biggest non-conference games.Finally, attention turns to Memorial Stadium as Curt Cignetti and the defending national champions begin another season. Expectations have changed dramatically: IU has reloaded, the entire home schedule is sold out, and simply getting to six wins feels like ancient history. The guys discuss what to watch against North Texas, why nobody should overreact to the first game, and how football success is changing the entire Bloomington experience—from ticket demand and hotel prices to the atmosphere surrounding every home Saturday.

The SEC's fight with LSU is escalating fast. Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr is now urging Greg Sankey to use "all measures available," including potentially suspending or removing LSU from the conference if Lane Kiffin follows through with putting former NFL players on the roster. Meanwhile, excitement around LSU is through the roof, with more than 900 credentials issued for the Clemson opener, the most in Tiger Stadium history. Curt Cignetti delivers another all-time line about winning at Indiana, while Jim Harbaugh and Mike McDaniel somehow turn a basic handoff into one of the funniest football conversations of the week. Plus, the USS Abraham Lincoln finally pulls into Thailand after more than 280 days at sea, giving thousands of sailors and Marines their first chance to disembark in months, and we close things out with the best memes of the week.Live Show Tuesday and Thursday, 3pm est.SOCIALS: https://linktr.ee/drewberquistWEBSITE: https://AirItOutBro.com #DrewBerquist #Balls&Banter #Balls

Indiana football's defensive secondary may be the biggest question mark on the roster — but it also has enough talent to become another major strength for Bryant Haines' defense. In this CrimsonCast positional preview, Galen Clavio breaks down the Hoosiers' cornerbacks, safeties, rover options, transfer additions, and young depth heading into the 2026 season.The episode starts with what Indiana lost. D'Angelo Ponds was one of the defining players of IU's national title run, locking down one side of the field, allowing just one touchdown across his two Indiana seasons, and stacking up postseason honors after huge performances in the Rose Bowl and Peach Bowl. The Hoosiers also have to replace Louis Moore, who turned in a spectacular final season with six interceptions, and Devan Boykin, whose versatility at rover gave Indiana tackles, pass breakups, turnovers, and a defensive touchdown.From there, Galen looks at how IU tries to rebuild the back end. Jamari Sharpe appears ready to step into the top cornerback role after a strong 2025 season capped by the interception that sealed the national championship game. Opposite him, Ryland Gandy and A.J. Harris are the key names to watch, with Gandy bringing experience in Indiana's system and Harris bringing high-end talent, Big Ten experience, and a skill set that may fit better in IU's zone-heavy structure than it did in Penn State's man-heavy defense last year.The safety and rover discussion centers on Amare Ferrell, Preston Zachman, Byron Baldwin Jr., and Quan Sanks. Ferrell returns after a second-team All-Big Ten season and now has a chance to raise his NFL Draft stock while leading a reshaped secondary. Zachman brings veteran experience from Wisconsin if he can stay healthy. Baldwin looks like the likely next answer at rover after flashing late last season, while Sanks gives Indiana another physical transfer option after two seasons at Cincinnati.The biggest theme is development. Indiana's secondary had early busts last year before growing into a championship-level unit by the end of the season, and Galen argues that this year's group may need a similar ramp-up period. With North Texas, Howard, and Western Kentucky before Big Ten play, the Hoosiers have time to build chemistry — but by the time Ohio State arrives, this secondary will need to be much closer to finished.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast coverage of Indiana football, IU athletics, Curt Cignetti, Bryant Haines, the Hoosiers, Big Ten football, and 2026 season previews.

Indiana football has to replace one of the best defensive players in program history, but the Hoosiers may already have their answer. In this CrimsonCast positional preview, Galen Clavio breaks down the 2026 IU linebacker room, led by Rolijah Hardy and Isaiah Jones, as Bryant Haines' defense prepares for another championship run.The episode starts with the big-picture identity of Indiana's defense. After two seasons of elite front-seven havoc, strong defensive PPA, and constant disruption, the linebacker group remains central to how IU wants to attack opposing offenses. The Hoosiers are not just trying to make tackles — they are trying to create confusion, force negative plays, pressure quarterbacks, and keep the defense operating at the same aggressive standard that helped deliver a Big Ten title and national championship.The biggest question is obvious: what does Indiana lose with Aiden Fisher? Galen walks through Fisher's remarkable two-year IU career, from 28 starts and 215 tackles to his tackles for loss, sacks, interceptions, pass breakups, and role as the heart of the defense. Normally, losing that kind of player would create serious panic. But the fact that Indiana did not go into the transfer portal for a linebacker says a lot about the staff's confidence in what remains.That starts with Rolijah Hardy, who was everywhere last season. Galen highlights Hardy's tackling reliability, extremely low missed-tackle rate, 15 tackles for loss, 27 pressures, eight sacks, and one of the most important plays of the Big Ten Championship Game: his end-zone pass breakup that helped swing the game against Ohio State. Hardy is not just a returning starter — he looks like one of the leaders of the defense.Then there is Isaiah Jones, one of the best player-development stories on the roster. A Tom Allen-era recruit who stayed, grew, and forced his way onto the field, Jones now appears positioned to take over the green dot and become one of the central voices of the defense. Galen revisits his seven sacks, Big Ten Championship Game impact, national title game touchdown on the blocked punt recovery, and the way he became impossible to keep off the field over the second half of last season.The rest of the episode looks at depth and development. Jeff Utzinger and Kaiden Turner are the veteran options, with Turner's Maryland interception and Utzinger's special teams value both standing out. Younger names like PJ Nelson, Amari Kamara, Kaden McConnell, and Clayton Allen are part of the next wave, while freshmen Henry Ohlinger, Ja'Dyn Williams, and Jacob Savage represent the staff's clearest attempt to build linebacker depth internally rather than patching the position through the portal every year.The preview closes with a larger roster-building point: linebacker may be a spot where Indiana can keep developing its own answers. The Hoosiers still need to replace Fisher's leadership and production, but with Hardy and Jones at the top, plus several young players pushing behind them, this group feels more stable than the headline loss might suggest. Galen also raises one fascinating possibility: if Kellen Wyatt becomes eligible, could he give Indiana another hybrid linebacker option in certain packages?Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast coverage of Indiana football, IU athletics, Curt Cignetti, Bryant Haines, the Hoosiers, Big Ten football, and 2026 season previews.

Hoosier Town Breakdown opens up Season 9 with the National Champion's opening their 2026 season and title defense. While it is a new season, the message is that the same standard is expected and Cignetti keeps that as the theme through Fall Camp.  We discuss the upcoming game with North Texas, get into the mailbag, a Predict-A-Hotline call and much more.Support the show

Indiana football is finally back, and Big Red Carpet joins forces with CrimsonCast for a full preview of the Hoosiers' 2026 opener against North Texas. Rhett Lewis leads the conversation with Galen Clavio as they break down Josh Hoover, Curt Cignetti's year-three roster, the defensive front, the running backs, and what IU fans should watch for Saturday at Memorial Stadium.This crossover episode starts with the strange new reality of Indiana football: the Hoosiers are coming off a Big Ten championship, a national championship, and a 16-0 season — and yet the roster may still be better in several key areas. Rhett and Galen talk about how different the offseason has felt, why Cignetti seems confident heading into year three, and how Indiana's talent baseline has changed through both the transfer portal and high school recruiting.The biggest focus is the quarterback position. Rhett previews his upcoming “Under the Hood” conversation with Cignetti and digs into why Josh Hoover is such an intriguing fit in Mike Shanahan's offense. The discussion covers Hoover's experience, the unfair turnover narrative from TCU, his ability to process defenses, the importance of quarterback coaching, and why the combination of Hoover, Indiana's offensive line, and the Hoosiers' receiver room could unlock another high-level offense.The episode also gets into the rest of the roster: a potentially terrifying defensive front with Daniel Ndukwe, Chidi Obiazor, Toby Ndukwe, Joe Yelich, Stephen Daley, and others; the chance for Bryant Haines to create even more pressure and confusion; the running back trio of Turbo Richard, Khobie Martin, and Lee Beebe Jr.; the offensive line transition with Bray Lynch at center; and the tight end battle involving Andrew Barker, Brock Schott, and Parker Elmore.The final segment turns to North Texas, former IU quarterback Tayven Jackson, and how strange it will be to see him return to Memorial Stadium in a Mean Green uniform. Rhett and Galen explain why this is a difficult opener for Jackson and a rebuilt North Texas roster, why Indiana may still keep things fairly vanilla, and why special teams — including Tyler Morris stepping in at punt returner — remains one of the most important parts of IU's championship formula.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more Big Red Carpet, CrimsonCast, Indiana football, Curt Cignetti, IU athletics, Big Ten football, and 2026 Hoosiers coverage all season long.

Indiana Hoosiers eye a repeat national championship as bold transfer moves fuel their title defense. Can Josh Hoover, Turbo Richard, and Nick Marsh power Indiana football past Big Ten giants Ohio State and Michigan? Jacob Goins and Brian Smith break down the Hoosiers' No. 1-ranked transfer portal class, the impact of returning weapon Charlie Becker, and Curt Cignetti's strategic overhaul. Is 10 wins the floor for Indiana, or could quarterback play shift their trajectory? The episode also tackles game-changing NCAA rule moves, with the Big Ten leading the charge against pro players returning to college football. What ripple effects will this have on roster management and competitive balance across the sport? Get expert insight on playoff scenarios, schedule challenges, and why this season could redefine the landscape in the Big Ten and beyond. Don't miss this must-listen preview of Indiana's high-stakes campaign. Support us by supporting our sponsors! Poncho Outdoors Go to https://ponchooutdoors.com/LOCKEDON and enter your email to get $10 off and free shipping on your first order. KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code [LOCKEDON] to get $10 when you trade $10. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. Wayfair Patio season is here and these deals won't last! Head to https://wayfair.com right now to get your outdoor space ready for way less. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. LARINECO Give Larine a try. Right now, Larine Co is offering our listeners up to 50% off at https://BUYLARINE.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that's why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. 5-Hour ENERGY Bring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots—available online now at https:/5hourENERGY.com or on Amazon. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who's hitting a homer this MLB season. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expire in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-19:08) – Big Ten Network’s Dave Revsine joins Jake Query to recap his tour of seeing nearly every single college football team in the conference leading up to the start of the season this week. They also dive into his expectations for the Indiana Hoosiers this season, if there is a different approach for Curt Cignetti this year coming off of the championship, and his thoughts on Purdue heading into year two with Barry Odom. Finally, they have a discussion about the eligibility rules that have been instituted across college athletics. (13:50-31:43) – ESPN.com’s Stephen Holder makes his weekly visit on Query & Company, and his conversation with Jake Query is centered around Chris Ballard’s press conference from earlier today. Did he speak more about Anthony Richardson or less about Riley Leonard? They also dive into whether they saw, or heard, anything different with Chris Ballard’s body language. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-27:14) – Query & Company opens on a Tuesday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing the Indianapolis Colts, and examining their schedule after Jake started sharing his belief in the team to outperform their expectations. It leads to a game that he and Eddie (27:14-38:41) – With Aaron Donald coming out of retirement, and it being fantasy football season, Jake had the idea of who would be the first overall pick if the entire NFL was redrafting like a fantasy football draft. Plus, he lays out the rules for the latest edition of the Power Rankings. (38:41-46:29) – Jake Query and Eddie Garrison conclude the first hour of the show with some Power POWER Power rankings by ranking five former Colts players that they would bring back to fill positions of need for the Indianapolis Colts. (46:29-1:02:50) – Hour two of Query & Company starts with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing some of the replies form listeners as to which five former Colts they would add to the current roster. (1:02:50-1:10:26) – Jake Query shares some thoughts on things that stood out during Chris Ballard’s press conference when it comes to Jaylahn Tuimoloau’s potential and referencing two tackles on special teams. (1:10:26-1:16:38) – The final hour of today’s show starts with Jake highlighting a couple of other things Chris Ballard had to say, but this time about the quarterback position. (1:16:38-1:40:51) – Big Ten Network’s Dave Revsine joins Jake Query to recap his tour of seeing nearly every single college football team in the conference leading up to the start of the season this week. They also dive into his expectations for the Indiana Hoosiers this season, if there is a different approach for Curt Cignetti this year coming off of the championship, and his thoughts on Purdue heading into year two with Barry Odom. Finally, they have a discussion about the eligibility rules that have been instituted across college athletics. (1:40:51-1:54:37) – ESPN.com’s Stephen Holder makes his weekly visit on Query & Company, and his conversation with Jake Query is centered around Chris Ballard’s press conference from earlier today. Did he speak more about Anthony Richardson or less about Riley Leonard? They also dive into whether they saw, or heard, anything different with Chris Ballard’s body language. (1:54:37-1:59:31) – The show closes out with JMV joining Jake to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Galen Clavio sits down with Jeremy Gray, Indiana Athletics' Senior Associate Athletic Director for Marketing and Fan Experience, for CrimsonCast's annual look at what fans should expect around Memorial Stadium as Indiana football gets ready to open the 2026 season against North Texas.The context is still hard to believe. Two years ago, a successful Indiana football build might have meant bowl eligibility, then seven or eight wins, then maybe a special nine-win season. Instead, IU went from hoping for progress to an 11-win season, then to an undefeated Big Ten championship and national championship season. Now the program is not just managing football operations — it is managing attention, demand, promotion, and a fan base that expects Memorial Stadium to feel like the home of a national power.Jeremy talks through what that change looks like from the athletic department side. The conversation touches on Curt Cignetti's rise as a national figure, the promotional opportunities that came with the championship, stadium use for outside projects, the college football video-game process, commercial shoots, and how IU tries to say yes to the right opportunities without turning the football program into a distraction machine.A major theme is scale. Memorial Stadium has improved dramatically as a fan experience over the last several years, but the job is different when the stadium is expected to be full every week. Galen and Jeremy discuss what changed after the 2024 Nebraska game, how the department has had to adapt quickly, and why marketing, ticketing, game operations, and fan services all have to operate differently when football becomes a true campus-wide event.They also get into the details fans care about most: student-section logistics, ticket demand, stadium flow, tailgating, outside-the-stadium activity, traditions, sponsor activations, crowd expectations, and the pressure that bigger crowds put on facilities. The goal is not just to celebrate that Indiana football is good now — it is to make sure the entire gameday operation grows with the program.

Indiana Sports Beat Radio gets you ready for *Week 1 of the 2026 college football season* as Jim Coyle and Coach Griff are joined by longtime national college basketball and football writer **Mike DeCourcy of The Sporting News**.

SVP and Stanford Steve are joined by Bruce Feldman to discuss the biggest topics and answer the top burning questions heading into the college football season. The guys get Bruce's thoughts on the Big Ten pecking order, his thoughts on Miami, the B1G team that could be flying under the radar and more. Plus, which first-year head coach is most likely to turn things around quickly? Is this Notre Dame's year? How much pressure is on Steve Sarkisian and Dan Lanning? Plus why the Big 12 is still Texas Tech's league to lose, G6 teams to keep an eye on, behind Feldman's ‘Freak List' and a full breakdown of the legal chaos that is consuming the sport. Scott and Steve also recap Week 0, the Daejon Love situation, Scottie Scheffler's Cup win and discuss what's coming up. | SVPod Approximate Timecodes: (0:00) Intro (2:35) The conversation dominating CFB (6:10) Week 0 Recap (19:35) Bruce Feldman joins SVPod! (20:45) What to make of the legal chaos in CFB (25:25) Bruce's three teams he loves (27:20) The expectation for USC (30:28) How to evaluate Oregon and Texas (34:38) Thoughts on Miami (36:51) Behind Bruce's ‘Freak List' (39:34) The Great Clemson Lie of 2026 (40:28) Is Curt Cignetti clearly the best coach in CFB? (47:08) Most likely to be the best QB in the B1G (48:48) Coaches that could follow the Cignetti script (52:20) Why Penn State could make the leap (58:33) Is the Big 12 Texas Tech vs. everybody? (1:03:18) What to like about BYU (1:04:39) G6 teams to keep an eye on (1:08:28) Final thoughts with Feldman (1:09:23) Steve's influence on Bruce's kids (1:13:19) Thanks to Bruce (1:14:20) Hat tip to Scottie Scheffler (1:17:40) SVP is the last voice of the Pro Bowl (1:18:30) Why don't the Nats acknowledge the Expos? (1:19:30) It's a double draft night (1:21:54) The Daejon Love story is maddening (1:23:07) Afternoon musings (1:31:07) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ari Wasserman joins the show to argue Ohio State's daunting slate makes a four-loss season nearly unthinkable, while also praising Curt Cignetti's "cocky but lovable" rebuild at Indiana and calling Jeremiah Smith a rare throwback in an era where players rarely stay loyal to one program. He also weighs in on Deion Sanders' shaky standing at Colorado, noting the Buffaloes have faded fast since losing stars like Travis Hunter. The segment closes with a quick Browns tangent, as Ari says he can't find a football reason for Deshaun Watson to be starting over Shedeur Sanders.

00:00– 21:29- From CBS College Football Today, Brian Jones joins the show. He starts by reflecting on his year in Indianapolis as an NFL player before diving into what makes Curt Cignetti so special. What he expects from Indiana this year, a Big Ten outlook and if the drama will subside in SEC country this year. 21:29 - 47:02 – . Stephen Holder from ESPN.com reflects on his Sunday afternoon covering the Keenan Allen DUI arrest and the balancing of the question between what happened and if he is going to play. The latest Colts moves, including the signing of Kapena Gushiken and the trade for Sedrick Van-Pran Granger. Stephen also reflects on the Zaire Franklin trade after Colby Wooden was cut, and is asked by JMV if he thinks money-saving costs are being taken by the Colts. The opportunity for Josh Downs and linebackers this year.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 25:51 – JMV begins the show with his comments on Keenan Allen’s arrest from over the weekend. He explains why there is no way the Colts are cutting ties with him while acknowledging there needs to be better decision-making on his part. With the roster getting trimmed down to 53, John gives his overall take on what the Colts have. Is it good enough? Is it deep enough? 25:51– 43:42 – Zach Hicks from LockedOnColts joins the show. Before they get into the details of the roster cuts, Zach has his take on the Keenan Allen situation. Then, how thin is the Colts roster? Zach gets into the nitty-gritty of the 53-man group, including the offensive line depth, what are positives in the linebacker room and what Sauce Gardner’s impact needs to be. Also, he and John are both exhausted with one conversation in particular, so they avoid it all together. 43:42 – 47:33 – JMV wraps up the hour talking EDM music and reading a text from a listener about the Colts 47:33 - 1:07:08 – From GoldandBlack.com, he covers Purdue for On3, Tom Dienhart joins the show before he hits a lift. He and John talk about their fitness journeys before Tom dives into the Trey Kauffman-Renn situation and what the chances are that he returns? Would it tarnish his Boilermaker legacy if he played for another team? He shifts to the football team’s opener against Indiana State Friday, plus the Big Ten outlook. 1:07:08 – 1:29:15 – From CBS College Football Today, Brian Jones joins the show. He starts by reflecting on his year in Indianapolis as an NFL player before diving into what makes Curt Cignetti so special. What he expects from Indiana this year, a Big Ten outlook and if the drama will subside in SEC country this year. 1:29:15 – 1:31:02 –. John tries to get someone to send Caleb to the US Open before the top of the hour. 1:31:02 – 2:03:05 – Stephen Holder from ESPN.com reflects on his Sunday afternoon covering the Keenan Allen DUI arrest and the balancing of the question between what happened and if he is going to play. The latest Colts moves, including the signing of Kapena Gushiken and the trade for Sedrick Van-Pran Granger. Stephen also reflects on the Zaire Franklin trade after Colby Wooden was cut, and is asked by JMV if he thinks money-saving costs are being taken by the Colts. The opportunity for Josh Downs and linebackers this year. 2:03:05 – 2:12:42 – Caleb gives a US Open update 2:12:42 – 2:15:05 – JMV wraps up the show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Galen Clavio brings in Brooks White and Andrew Garrison from Hoosier Network for a student-media preview of the 2026 Indiana football season, with the Hoosiers just days away from opening against North Texas.The episode starts with the final week of preseason buildup: Back Home Network's ongoing positional previews, upcoming appearances from Rhett Lewis and Grace Ybarra, the C3 Bloomington Tailgate Bash at Renwick Village Center, and the sense that Bloomington is fully shifting into football mode.Once Brooks and Andrew join, the focus turns to what they have seen from Indiana through Big Ten Media Days, fall camp, and player availability. Andrew describes the program as almost “robotic,” but in the most complimentary way possible: consistent, disciplined, and so process-driven that there has not been much drama to react to. A major theme is the difference between last year's surprise and this year's expectation. Nobody went into 2025 assuming Indiana was about to go 16-0, win the Big Ten, and claim a national title. Now, the Hoosiers are trying to defend that level while integrating new stars, new transfers, and new pressure. Galen, Brooks, and Andrew talk about whether this team still has the same edge and whether the program's culture under Curt Cignetti can keep everything pointed in the right direction.The player discussion starts with possible breakout names. Davion Chandler comes up as a receiver who may not be top-of-mind behind Charlie Becker, Nick Marsh, and Tyler Morris, but who has speed and explosiveness that could give Indiana another useful weapon. The group also spends time on the running backs, where Turbo Richard, Khobie Martin, and Lee Beebe Jr. give IU a deep and intriguing room behind what should be one of the better offensive lines in the Big Ten.The longest football segment centers on Josh Hoover. Brooks pushes back hard against the idea that Hoover was the reason TCU struggled, arguing that the context around him matters: offensive line issues, defensive problems, a heavy burden in the passing game, and a very different situation from the one he inherits in Bloomington. Galen adds that TCU's Week Zero offensive struggles only made the old Hoover criticism look shakier. The defensive discussion focuses on the secondary. With D'Angelo Ponds gone, Indiana needs answers from players like A.J. Harris, Jamari Sharpe, and Ryland Gandy. Brooks sees cornerback as the defensive position group to watch early, especially because the biggest tests may not arrive until later against teams like Ohio State, USC, and Washington. Galen also points out that Bryant Haines' pass rush, pressure looks, and disguised coverages were a huge part of what made Indiana's defense work last year — and could help the secondary grow into the season.The back half of the episode is about student energy. Andrew talks about campus feeling anticipatory, with students discussing which games they were able to get tickets for and how quickly football became part of the conversation during welcome week. Brooks reflects on arriving at IU before the rise and wishing the school simply had a good football team — only to watch the program become a national champion and turn Memorial Stadium into a real home-field environment.The episode closes with predictions. Andrew goes all the way to 16-0 and another national championship, leaning into the idea that Indiana is still operating as a team of destiny until proven otherwise. Brooks predicts a 12-0 regular season, a College Football Playoff run, and believes Indiana is at least good enough to reach the semifinals. The group also debates a possible Indiana-Ohio State rematch in the Big Ten Championship, whether Oregon or Penn State could complicate the race, and why the Big Ten's top teams may once again define the national title chase.

Indiana football is less than a week from beginning its 2026 season, and CrimsonCast is back with a full game-by-game preview of the reigning national champion Hoosiers under Curt Cignetti.Galen Clavio and Scott Caulfield look at where IU fits in the national college football conversation after a 16-0 championship season, why some analysts still seem reluctant to fully buy into the Hoosiers, and what Indiana has to do this year to erase any remaining “fluke” narrative. They discuss the program's player-led culture, the challenge of repeating, the historical rarity of back-to-back national championships, and why Josh Hoover may give Indiana a different but potentially even more explosive offensive ceiling after Fernando Mendoza.Then the show turns into a full schedule breakdown: North Texas, Howard, Western Kentucky, Northwestern, Rutgers, Nebraska, Ohio State, Michigan, Minnesota, USC, Washington, and Purdue. Galen and Scott talk through trap spots, road-game concerns, Memorial Stadium atmospheres, the massive Ohio State rematch, the historical weight of trying to win at Michigan, USC and Washington as late-season tests, and the Old Oaken Bucket finale.The episode closes with season predictions, Big Ten championship scenarios, College Football Playoff expectations, and why both hosts land on 11-1 for Indiana — with a possible Big Ten title game rematch against Ohio State still very much on the board.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast coverage of Indiana football, IU athletics, Curt Cignetti, the Hoosiers, Big Ten football, and the 2026 college football season.

Indiana football is trying to do something almost impossible: follow up a 16-0 national championship season by proving the program is not a one-year miracle. In Part 2 of CrimsonCast's 2026 season preview, Galen Clavio and Scott Caulfield look beyond the schedule and dig into the biggest questions that will define Curt Cignetti's third Indiana team.The conversation starts with the most obvious question: what does Indiana have at quarterback after Fernando Mendoza? Galen and Scott compare Mendoza's extraordinary 2025 season to what Josh Hoover brings into the offense, asking whether Hoover needs to recreate Mendoza's late-game magic or whether he can make Indiana better in a different way. They also revisit how Cignetti and Mike Shanahan have already shown the ability to take strong quarterback play and build an even higher offensive ceiling.From there, the preview shifts into the deeper championship-repeat questions. Can Indiana maintain the same player-led culture after losing leaders like Mendoza, Elijah Sarratt, Omar Cooper Jr., Pat Coogan, Riley Nowakowski, and D'Angelo Ponds? How much of IU's rise was tied to the original James Madison transfer core, and how much is now embedded into the program itself? Galen and Scott look at three years of Cignetti transfer classes, coordinator continuity with Bryant Haines, Mike Shanahan, and Grant Cain, and the way IU keeps finding players who fit its system better than the recruiting rankings suggest.The second half tackles injury luck, depth, eligibility uncertainty around Stephen Daley and Kellen Wyatt, the difference between star-studded depth and functional depth, and why Indiana may be better prepared than national analysts assume. The episode closes with a bigger psychological question: can Indiana avoid the post-championship “disease of me” and keep the same self-policing, team-first culture that made last year's run possible?Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast coverage of Indiana football, IU athletics, Curt Cignetti, the Hoosiers, Big Ten football, and the 2026 college football season.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-13:54) – IndyStar’s Kyle Neddenriep joins Jake Query to preview week two of the high school football slate by highlighting some games from last week that stood out to him. Jake Query asks him about how deep Class 6A is this year, the start of the Brett Cooper era at Ben Davis, and previews some of the games that he will be keeping his eyes on tonight. (13:54-35:05) – The Fan Morning Show’s Kevin Bowen joins Jake Query on a Football Friday to discuss the latest happenings with the Indianapolis Colts. Their conversation starts by highlighting how their hasn’t been a season ending injury during training camp. Kevin admits that it is his understanding that Alec Pierce will be out there week one and he is surprised that Kenny Moore II has not signed anywhere yet. Lastly, Jake asks Kevin for his opinion on the QB2 & kicker battle. (35:05-45:31) – Mike Niziolek from the Bloomington Herald-Times joins Query & Company to give his understanding and thoughts on the eligibility drama from earlier this week. Jake asks Mike where he believes the Hoosiers will be better this year than they were last year, whether we know how different the offense will look with Josh Hoover as the team’s quarterback compared to Fernando Mendoza, and states that Curt Cignetti has not changed much coming off the national championship. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-26:39) – Query & Company kicks off on a Football Friday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing the preseason finale for the Indianapolis Colts tomorrow against the Detroit Lions. They zero in on the Anthony Richardson aspect to the game with it being another opportunity for him to solidify himself as the QB2 for the Colts. They debate why the Colts should, or shouldn’t, have special packages in place for the former fourth overall pick. (26:15-42:00) – IndyStar’s Kyle Neddenriep joins Jake Query to preview week two of the high school football slate by highlighting some games from last week that stood out to him. Jake Query asks him about how deep Class 6A is this year, Kevin Wright turning around Carmel and making them one of the best teams in the state, the start of the Brett Cooper era at Ben Davis, and previews some of the games that he will be keeping his eyes on tonight. (42:00-45:20) – Jake Query concludes the first hour of the show by starting a discussion about who could be this year’s Indiana in college football. (48:31-1:10:52) – Hour number two of Query & Company starts with Jake and Eddie trying to understand why it is called week zero this weekend in college football and how a team can play twice within the first official week of college football. Jake also lists the teams that were labeled as the next Indiana on ESPN. (1:13:16-1:21:59) – Every Friday on Query & Company is a Football Friday, but Jake also shares a feel-good story every Friday sponsored by Franciscan Health. For today’s story, Jake shares the journey of a student-athlete at Carmel that is making his return to the football field after overcoming some adversity in his life at a young age. (1:21:59-1:28:08) – The final hour of today’s show starts with Jake weighing on Alec Pierce’s potential availability for week one against the Baltimore Ravens in two weeks from Sunday. (1:33:31-1:52:13) – The Fan Morning Show’s Kevin Bowen joins Jake Query on a Football Friday to discuss the latest happenings with the Indianapolis Colts. Their conversation starts by highlighting how their hasn’t been a season ending injury during training camp. Kevin admits that it is his understanding that Alec Pierce will be out there week one and he is surprised that Kenny Moore II has not signed anywhere yet. Lastly, Jake asks Kevin for his opinion on the QB2 & kicker battle. (1:52:13-2:02:55) – Mike Niziolek from the Bloomington Herald-Times joins Query & Company to give his understanding and thoughts on the eligibility drama from earlier this week. Jake asks Mike where he believes the Hoosiers will be better this year than they were last year, whether we know how different the offense will look with Josh Hoover as the team’s quarterback compared to Fernando Mendoza, and states that Curt Cignetti has not changed much coming off the national championship. (2:02:55-2:09:27) – The show closes out with JMV joining Jake to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Galen Clavio and Chris Williams return for Part 2 of CrimsonCast's deep dive into Indiana football history, picking up after the 1967 Rose Bowl season and carrying the story all the way through the modern Curt Cignetti era.The conversation starts with the aftermath of Indiana's Rose Bowl appearance. The 1968 season had optimism, a national ranking, and real expectations, but the Hoosiers could not quite recreate the magic of 1967. From there, Galen and Chris move into the Lee Corso years, including the showmanship, the Holiday Bowl breakthrough, the famous double-decker bus entrance, and the strange question of why even IU's best moments so often failed to become sustained momentum.The heart of the episode is the Bill Mallory era, still one of the most important periods in the history of IU football. They discuss the flying Indiana logo, Mallory's credibility, the 1987 team that came close to a Rose Bowl, the Peach Bowl, Anthony Thompson's Heisman disappointment, Vaughn Dunbar, Trent Green, and the gradual decline that followed the early 1990s.From there, the episode moves through some of the hardest modern stretches of Indiana football: Cam Cameron, the black-uniform experiment, Antwaan Randle El, Gerry DiNardo, collapsing attendance, administrative uncertainty, and the feeling that Memorial Stadium had become a ghost town. Galen and Chris then revisit the emotional hope of Terry Hoeppner, the Play 13 season, James Hardy, and the 2007 bowl breakthrough before moving into Bill Lynch, Kevin Wilson, and the facility investments that started to modernize the program.The final third connects the dots from Fred Glass to Tom Allen to Cignetti. Wilson helped make Indiana more respectable, Allen delivered the 2019 breakthrough and the strange 2020 peak, but the collapse that followed made the program feel stuck again. That is what makes the Cignetti era so historically absurd: within less than three years, Indiana went from a moribund Big Ten program to an 11-win team, then to a 16-0 national champion, and then to a preseason top-10 program that some national voices still think is underrated.The closing message is simple: longtime IU football fans should not let this become normal. The history covered in this two-part series shows just how rare this moment is — not just for Indiana, but for college football as a whole.

Indiana football is eight days away, but IU athletics is already rolling. The Bison Briefing checks in on Indiana men's soccer, IU volleyball, fall camp questions, eligibility uncertainty, and the final countdown to the Hoosiers' 2026 football opener.Galen Clavio opens with the energy around the Back Home Network heading into football season, including a clip from Scott Dolson on Indiana's national championship run and what it felt like seeing IU fans flood the Rose Bowl. From there, the show turns to Indiana men's soccer, which moved to 3-0 after a dominant but tense 1-0 win over Butler, with Collins Oduro and Stephane Njike making their season debuts.The episode also previews IU volleyball's season opener against Creighton, revisits the ongoing eligibility questions around Stephen Daley, Kellen Wyatt, Avry Tatum, and Sam Alexis, and looks at key football notes from fall camp, including Tyler Morris at punt returner and the defensive backfield battle involving A.J. Harris, Ryland Gandy, and Jamari Sharpe. Plus: IU-Ohio State rivalry-name ideas, upcoming CrimsonCast programming, the C-Three live show, and a few Bloomington restaurant recommendations.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more Bison Briefing, CrimsonCast, Indiana football, IU soccer, IU volleyball, Curt Cignetti, and Hoosiers coverage all season long.

Another Ruling in 5for5 Saga! WHO IS ELIGIBLE?! Better Comeback...Snyder or Cignetti? MUCH MORE!!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest host Bobby Bones and The Athletic's CFB Insider Stewart Mandel discuss the mushrooming controversy of former NFL players returning to college football and the long-term impact on the NCAA's viability to enforce its rules, if Bill Belichick can improve in his 4-8 first year record at North Carolina, how the success of Curt Cignetti at Indiana has impacted how schools search for and hire head coaches, the outlook for Ohio State, Oregon, Texas, and debates which schools have the best uniforms and helmets.  (1:35)  Bobby reveals his top 5 list of NFL villains that's sure to raise the ire of Eagles and Chiefs fans.  (26:55) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Indiana football is almost back, and CrimsonCast digs into the latest IU eligibility chaos, the growing Charlie Becker star turn, and why Curt Cignetti has somehow become one of the most memeable coaches in college football.Grace Ybarra and Galen Clavio open with move-in week, birthday technical difficulties, Homefield gear, and the return of football before turning to the latest legal uncertainty around Kellan Wyatt, Stephen Daley, Sam Alexis, and the NCAA's ongoing fight over Class of 2022 eligibility. They also talk through how difficult the issue is to explain, why SEC responses around LSU and Lane Kiffin add another layer of confusion, and why players may be stuck in limbo even after enrolling.The back half of the episode moves into IU fan culture and the new football reality: getting fans into Memorial Stadium earlier, possible game-day traditions, names for the Indiana-Ohio State matchup, local NIL food deals, Charlie Becker's rise, the Becker Double Decker, Carter Smith's Janko's order, Curt Cignetti's State Farm commercial, national expectations for Indiana as defending champions, and the debut of a new segment: CrimsonCast Dog of the Week.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast coverage of Indiana football, IU athletics, Curt Cignetti, the Hoosiers, Big Ten football, and the 2026 college football season.

Indiana Sports Beat Radio is LIVE Wednesday from 8:45–10:45 AM ET! Jim Coyle and Coach Griff are joined by Dylan Sinn of the Fort Wayne Journal Gazette to discuss the latest from Northeast Indiana, including the major changes at Fort Wayne North Side and Jaylon Smith taking over as interim head coach. Then Kyle Neddenriep of the IndyStar joins us to break down Indiana high school football after Week 1 and look ahead to the biggest Week 2 matchups across the state. Plus, we turn our attention to Indiana Football as the Hoosiers move toward game week, including Curt Cignetti's latest comments and more from the IU running backs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(00:00-14:01) This kind of music makes you wanna get your garage door fixed. Every D1 college football team ranked. Hard to bet against Curt Cignetti. Tim just remembered his take that he forgot. Thank you, Ken. Do podcasts take August off? Podcast charts.(14:09-27:12) Brody Herman in studio talking about the Cardinals pitching issues. He doesn't want Miles Mikolas back. College football takes. What an offense Mizzou has. BMW at Bellerive. Tim needs to take Brody out for a round of golf. Brody loved Chairman and Jackson on College Football Anonymous.(27:22-40:17) Some breaking Cardinals news per Jeff Jones. Norlan Gorman coming back up and Masyn Winn heading to the DL. Doug wants to see more life out of him. Who's gonna pitch? Maybe the longest text ever sent into the show. What's the most 2004 job?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I'm thinking of a steak. Is Doug anti red meat? Let's just stroke ourselves because we're the best. Best things the Cardinals can do is not play. Rough day for the 49ers owner. What are you thinking, Mr. York? How's that finger, Doug? Big Walt got back to Iggy (allegedly). The Legend of Columbia calls in to talk steak and wants to take Tim out. Legend is down about 250 pounds. A book in the works. Steak and pudding talk.Martin's Dangly Bits calls in and has a couple questions. Is it pot or pod? Dirty Little Smurf. No chance that was gonna go well. Clean our palates, John Rice. Rotation questions. Why is Iggy teting Thegala's wife? JuJu Chan. A tax and tipping question? Rules for tipping. Pork wings. Jackson explores South County. Audio of Greg Amsinger talking his disdain for the Savanna Bananas. Baseball by dorks, for dorks. Salisbury steak.You ever line dance? Jackson's new Anthony Bourdain-esque show where he tours South County. Greg is on the line and he has some Bananas/single mom insights. Cheese Deluxe needs Blues tickets. Has there ever been a single mom at a TMA event? Spit in, not on. Cam Newton hat. Larry Nickel is on the line to talk the 10 year anniversary of his robin feedng. Doug's not going to Mexico City for Raw or back to the 4Fox.Happy Birthday, Elvis Costello. Jackson's wake-up call to Martin. Audio of Martin shouting out Jackson on the 2Fox which may have been recorded on a Talkboy. Mr. Microphone. Anuk shouted out Tim. Anti three-panel hat. Audio of Anuk's shoutout to Tim. The Rock Hill Bridge. Just talking bout where things used to be. Audio of an upset footy fan from across the pond.Per Pete Thamel, the B10 is set to pass a rule that NFL players can't come back and play for a B10 school. Audio of Paul Finebaum talking about the situation. Lane Kiffin talking about taking guys that were in NFL camps. Mizzou in the running for former Seahawks runningback TJ Harden. Ole Miss brought in the FBI to check for bugs after Kiffin left. The Assorted Crackers Podcast.Jackson's an Ella Fella. A glittering scrotum. Chris Gardner's senate run.This kind of music makes you wanna get your garage door fixed. Every D1 college football team ranked. Hard to bet against Curt Cignetti. Tim just remembered his take that he forgot. Thank you, Ken. Do podcasts take August off? Podcast charts.Brody Herman in studio talking about the Cardinals pitching issues. He doesn't want Miles Mikolas back. College football takes. What an offense Mizzou has. BMW at Bellerive. Tim needs to take Brody out for a round of golf. Brody loved Chairman and Jackson on College Football Anonymous.Some breaking Cardinals news per Jeff Jones. Norlan Gorman coming back up and Masyn Winn heading to the DL. Doug wants to see more life out of him. Who's gonna pitch? Maybe the longest text ever sent into the show. What's the most 2004 job?Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTDDoes Jackson know North County or South County better? Was that Tanner singing? South County culture. What's the capital of South County? Passing a Wal-Mart back and forth. Where can you live and not get made fun of here? Municipality Hunger Games.Welcome to Logo City. And the winner of the EMOTD is...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Indiana football has real College Football Playoff expectations. So what can stop IU from running it back?That's today's focus on Y-Option - fueled by our founding sponsor 76, keeping you on the GO GO GO so you never miss a beat. Todd Blackledge and I break down what could actually stop Curt Cignetti's Hoosiers after seeing them up close at fall camp.We explain why Indiana is unlikely to beat itself, how Josh Hoover's turnover history changes in this offense, why the wide receiver room needs another playmaker next to Charlie Becker and Nick Marsh, and how Bob Bostad's offensive line could become one of the Big Ten's best again. We also discuss the depth on the defensive line, the challenge of replacing a true lockdown corner, and why matchups with Ohio State, USC, Oregon, and the rest of the Big Ten will reveal how far Indiana can go.Thanks for watching, wherever you may be!Much love and stay steady,Yogi

-Cigs is our guy and we will always root for him---but he's not the guy to watch this year, nor is Kyle Whittingham or Matt Campbell in theirrespective new jobs at Michigan and Penn State-This year---it's all about Bob Chesney at UCLA, inheriting a 3-9 roster. If he turns it around and makes them a competitor immediately…whatdoes that tell programs like Nebraska who are hoping for an eventual turnaround under their current coach if it doesn't happen this year? Oreven the other schools…Rutgers, Maryland, etc…Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Join Pitt Girl, Commish, Big Sky Brigit, Canadian Correspondent Joey and Beth, along with our VP of Podcast Production, Arthur. We start in Lethbridge, Alberta and the missing PWHL Walter Cup, then we're on to season previews in the SUPER SICKO SHAKING SPECULATION SEASON PREVIEW FORECAST: SSSSSPF aka the 5SPF this time with DICE ROLLS, we attempt to preview the BIG TEN and THE MAC, we project the most Sickos game for each team on their schedule, Curt Cignetti driving an Ice Cream Truck? a fine NERBNOIS, the dice were not kind to Michigan or Michigan State, did the dice predict Northwestern Chip Kelly Interim Head Coach? The dice said WHAT FOR NEBRASKA? AND RUTGERS TOO?? A feisty FISCH, a Luke Fickell statute? Akron didn't allow us to be their OC, Bowling Green, Eastern Michigan eating cinderblocks? Unknowable Pitbull? MAC STATE, whoaaaa Minutemen, a baby ran on the field and oh so much, much more!20% OFF AT OUR STORE WITH CODE SICKOS20 (EXCEPT LIMITED STOCK ITEMS) THROUGH SEPTEMBER 7TH, 2026 https://thesickoscommittee-shop.fourthwall.com/Join our Patreon for just $3 or $5 a month. https://www.patreon.com/cw/SickosCommitteeBuy some of our officially licensed merch here https://thesickoscommittee-shop.fourthwall.com/NEW SICKOS FC JERSEYS FOR SALE https://oliveandyork.com/products/sickos-fcUSE CODE SICKOS20 for 20% off your first Homefield Order https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=7440576.637f9dCheck out our Linktree for all our discount codes https://linktr.ee/sickoscommitteeSubscribe to our blog at https://sickos-newsletter.beehiiv.com/Subscribe to our YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@sickoscommitteeUse Code YESHAHAHAYES for 10% off at DICE ENVY https://diceenvy.com/?rfsn=8621340.d8f4693&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=8621340.d8f4693See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fox Sports' lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt makes his predictions for which teams will make the College Football Playoff and who will lift the trophy as National Champions at the end of the season. He begins the show with his Conference Championship Game Picks before revealing his full predicted bracket – making his picks for each round in the Playoff. Will the Big Ten make it 4 straight National Championships? Will Ohio State and Texas both make the Playoff after playing each other early in the season then going through two of the toughest schedules in the nation? Is Notre Dame poised to break through or could Curt Cignetti and Indiana really go back-to-back? Who will be the surprise teams to make the Playoff after beginning the season outside the Top 10? Klatt also breaks down a difficult debate for the last at-large spot and considers whether this is the year that a 9-3 team finally gets into the field. Use my code for 10% off your next set of CFB tickets at SeatGeek*:https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KLATT10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Chapters 🏈0:00-1:10 Joel Klatt's 2026 preseason cfp bracket1:11-10:12 Conference champion predictions10:13-24:31 CFP bracket prediction24:32-26:35 First round predictions26:36-30:22 Quarterfinals predictions30:23-32:38 Semifinals predictions32:39-33:41 National Champion pick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00-25:51) – Query & Company kicks off on a Monday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison recapping the Freedom 250 Grand Prix from Washington D.C. yesterday, and the quarterback two battle with how poor Riley Leonard performed against the Atlanta Falcons. (25:51-37:41) – The Indianapolis Colts defense left a lot to be desired in Saturday’s preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons. Jake dives into the performance of the pass rushers because there is a lot the Colts are banking on this season and CJ Allen’s NFL debut. (37:41-44:44) – Jake Query concludes the first hour of the show by expressing the concern that he has about Charvarius Ward’s availability for week one with how little information we have about his back injury. (44:44-1:12:31) – The Dean, Mike Chappell, from CBS4 and FOX59 makes his weekly stop on Query & Company to chat with Jake Query about the latest happenings with the Indianapolis Colts. Their conversation starts by discussing the brutal second preseason game for the Colts, his current thoughts on the QB2 battle between Anthony Richardson Sr. and Riley Leonard and then they transition to the kicking competition and his thoughts on the Alec Pierce recovery timeline. (1:12:31-1:29:13) – Indiana Fever radio analyst Bria Goss joins Jake Query to recap the five-game road trip for the team and to discuss the vulnerability that Stephanie White showed when asked about how she compartmentalizes the drama and outside noise. They also get into the best guard duo in the WNBA performing at an elite level last night and the development of MaKayla Timpson from last year to this season. (1:29:13-1:54:50) – Jake Query kicks off the final hour of today’s show by diving more into the Indianapolis Colts loss to the Atlanta Falcons in preseason game two on Saturday with neither quarterback performing well. Jake believes that the entire Colts front office is wanting Riley Leonard to show them something, but he just hasn’t through two preseason games. It leads to him questioning Shane Stiechen’s ability to cater to Anthony Richardson’s strengths. (1:54:50-2:10:39) – The voice of the Indiana Hoosiers, Don Fischer, makes his return to Query & Company to preview the start of IU’s defense of the College Football Championship. Fischer believes that Charlie Becker has a chance to become one of the best receivers in college football this season, doesn’t question the ability of Curt Cignetti to identify and develop quarterbacks, and agrees with Jake that running back could be the deepest position group on the team on paper right now. (2:10:39-2:14:54) – The show closes out with JMV joining Jake to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-27:36) – The Dean, Mike Chappell, from CBS4 and FOX59 makes his weekly stop on Query & Company to chat with Jake Query about the latest happenings with the Indianapolis Colts. Their conversation starts by discussing the brutal second preseason game for the Colts, his current thoughts on the QB2 battle between Anthony Richardson Sr. and Riley Leonard and then they transition to the kicking competition and his thoughts on the Alec Pierce recovery timeline. (27:36-42:38) – Indiana Fever radio analyst Bria Goss joins Jake Query to recap the five-game road trip for the team and to discuss the vulnerability that Stephanie White showed when asked about how she compartmentalizes the drama and outside noise. They also get into the best guard duo in the WNBA performing at an elite level last night and the development of MaKayla Timpson from last year to this season. (42:38-57:33) – The voice of the Indiana Hoosiers, Don Fischer, makes his return to Query & Company to preview the start of IU’s defense of the College Football Championship. Fischer believes that Charlie Becker has a chance to become one of the best receivers in college football this season, doesn’t question the ability of Curt Cignetti to identify and develop quarterbacks, and agrees with Jake that running back could be the deepest position group on the team on paper right now. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indiana football is entering a completely new reality: every home game at Memorial Stadium is sold out, ticket prices are up, expectations are rising, and the Hoosiers' fan experience has to evolve with the program.Galen Clavio and Scott Caulfield open CrimsonCast's 18th season of IU football coverage by looking back at how long the show has been covering the Hoosiers — from the Bill Lynch, Kevin Wilson, and Tom Allen eras to the national championship standard now set under Curt Cignetti. The conversation turns quickly to what a sold-out Memorial Stadium means for fans, especially with a full September home slate, a massive Ohio State game, and major demand for matchups like USC, Northwestern, and the Old Oaken Bucket.The main discussion focuses on the new Indiana football gameday: getting into the stadium earlier, changing tailgate routines, making concessions and bathrooms work with larger crowds, building traditions like Hoosier the Bison, towels, “Hurts So Good,” and Hoosiers in the NFL segments, and figuring out how Memorial Stadium can become a real home-field advantage. Galen and Scott also debate stadium renovation priorities, including the press box, premium seating, field suites, concourses, bathrooms, sound, lights, and whether a Lambeau-style suite model could make sense in Bloomington.The episode closes with a broader look at why football success matters to Indiana University beyond wins and losses — as branding, marketing, admissions energy, alumni connection, and long-term institutional strategy. The message: IU football is not just having a moment. The whole university now has to decide how seriously it wants to build around it.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast coverage of Indiana football, IU athletics, Curt Cignetti, the Hoosiers, Big Ten football, and the 2026 college football season.

Indiana football's eligibility picture shifted again after the Tenth Circuit stayed the Wisne v. NCAA injunction, and CrimsonCast LIVE breaks down what it means for Stephen Daley, Kellen Wyatt, Sam Alexis, Avery Tatum, and the broader Class of 2022 eligibility fight.Galen Clavio explains why Daley and Wyatt are currently allowed to practice but not play, why Sam Alexis remains in a different legal category through a Tennessee state-court case, and why the NCAA's handling of the “five-for-five” eligibility rule has created so much confusion for athletes, schools, and fans. The episode also looks at possible next steps, including whether Daley and Wyatt could pursue separate legal action and how quickly anything would need to happen before the season.The second half turns to the changing economics of college sports, NIL and revenue-share roster building, the need for eventual collective bargaining, and a major milestone for Indiana football: Memorial Stadium selling out for the full season. Galen reflects on how far IU football attendance has come, which games could be hardest to get into, and why the home-field atmosphere may matter more than ever for Curt Cignetti's Hoosiers.Subscribe to CrimsonCast for coverage of Indiana football, IU athletics, Curt Cignetti, the Hoosiers, Big Ten football, and the 2026 college football season.

Will Vandervort of the Clemson Insider analyzes the latest info on Clemson. Chuck and Heath discuss Brent Venables receiving a contract extension at Oklahoma. Zach Osterman of the Indianapolis Star looks at Chuck's number six team Indiana.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gene is concerned about Fernando Mendoza's personality in an NFL locker room. Plus, the Red Wings are having their best season in nearly 30 years.

Gene has five key storylines he is watching for in Saturday's preseason game between the Bills and Browns. Plus, Spencer German from 92.3 The Fan in Cleveland joins the show to preview the Browns' season and Fernando Mendoza's personality may not be working in the NFL.

Gene details which players he will be keeping his eye on in the Bills' second preseason game against the Browns. Plus, Yankees' broadcaster Michael Kay made an interesting comment and Fernando Mendoza has a unique personality.

(00:00-24:46) – Query & Company kicks off on a Thursday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing the Indiana Pacers announcing their contract with DAZN. What are the packages that will be offered? How can you watch the Pacers for the next handful of seasons? (24:46-41:50) – ESPN Senior College Football Insider Adam Rittenberg joins Query & Company to preview the upcoming college football season. Jake starts the conversation by asking him for his thoughts on the Hoosiers ranking sixth in the preseason poll, what to expect from Josh Hoover with Curt Cignetti vs Sonny Dykes at TCU, and believes Notre Dame can get back on top of college football if CJ Carr can play up to the preseason hype. (41:50-50:23) – Jake Query concludes the first hour of the show by predicting the first race winner with Eddie. Plus, he forces Eddie to do his impersonation of the announcer. (50:23-1:18:35) – Tony East from Circle City Spin, Locked On Pacers, and Forbes Sports makes his weekly visit on the show to talk all things Indiana Fever and Pacers with Jake Query. Their conversation starts by discussing the new TV deal for the Pacers, his experiences with DAZN, and the roster being solidified. They transition to previewing tonight’s Indiana Fever game, how it doesn’t feel like the team is playing at its best right now even though they have won five in a row, and recaps his experience at the Indiana State Fair. (1:18:35-1:31:24) – After revealing his love for Friends earlier in the show, Jake asks Eddie if he is also a fan of Seinfeld. It leads to a conversation about how Jake is feeling about the newest episodes of Ted Lasso. He ties it to Fernando Mendoza and the success that Indiana had a season ago. (1:31:24-1:34:19) – Hour number two of Query & Company concludes with Jake and Eddie discussing their ticket giveaway for Saturday’s Indy Eleven match. (1:34:19-2:00:17) – The final hour of today’s show starts with Jake and Eddie giving away a pair of four-pack of tickets for Saturday’s Indy Eleven match against Louisville City by playing some get to know your listener. Jake and Eddie then rehash the details of the new TV contract for the Indiana Pacers with DAZN. (2:01:00-2:13:20) – Matt Taylor, voice of the Indianapolis Colts, joins Jake Query to recap yesterday’s join practice against the Atlanta Falcons and preview this afternoon’s practice. They also touch on what the offense would look like if Tyler Warren were to miss any time during the regular season, identifies someone that has stood out during camp that is off the beaten path, and the addition of Keenan Allen to the Colts offense. (2:13:20-2:18:00) – The show closes out with JMV joining Jake to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-14:36) – ESPN Senior College Football Insider Adam Rittenberg joins Query & Company to preview the upcoming college football season. Jake starts the conversation by asking him for his thoughts on the Hoosiers ranking sixth in the preseason poll, what to expect from Josh Hoover with Curt Cignetti vs Sonny Dykes at TCU, and believes Notre Dame can get back on top of college football if CJ Carr can play up to the preseason hype. (14:36-38:46) – Tony East from Circle City Spin, Locked On Pacers, and Forbes Sports makes his weekly visit on the show to talk all things Indiana Fever and Pacers with Jake Query. Their conversation starts by discussing the new TV deal for the Pacers, his experiences with DAZN, and the roster being solidified. They transition to previewing tonight’s Indiana Fever game, how it doesn’t feel like the team is playing at its best right now even though they have won five in a row, and recaps his experience at the Indiana State Fair. (38:46-51:20) – The Dean, Mike Chappell, joins Query & Company to talk all things Indianapolis Colts with Jake Query. Their conversation starts by debating whether Tommy John belongs in the Baseball Hall of Fame, if Anthony Richardson is the favorite for the QB2 position, are the Colts actually not pleased with Riley Leonard through training camp in year two and rank their confidence level in certain position groups.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indiana football's offensive line has gone from a long-running concern to one of the biggest strengths of Curt Cignetti's program — and it may be the foundation of another championship-level Hoosiers offense in 2026.Galen Clavio continues the CrimsonCast positional preview series with a full breakdown of Indiana's offensive line, led by Carter Smith, Drew Evans, Bray Lynch, Adedamola Ajani, and transfer addition Joe Brunner. The episode looks at why Bob Bostad's group has become so important to IU's offensive identity, how the line helps the Hoosiers stay ahead of schedule, and why both run blocking and pass protection will shape how quickly Josh Hoover settles into the offense.The second half digs into career snaps, positional versatility, depth concerns, Pro Football Focus grades, pressure numbers, penalties, pass-blocking efficiency, and the challenge of replacing key contributors like Pat Coogan and Kahlil Benson. The takeaway: Indiana has the experience, talent, and coaching to make the offensive line a major 2026 advantage — but depth and health will matter if the Hoosiers are going to make another long postseason run.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast coverage of Indiana football, IU athletics, Curt Cignetti, the Hoosiers, Big Ten football, and the 2026 college football season.

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The first AP Top 25 is out, and there's already plenty to argue about. Defending national champion Indiana somehow starts outside the Top 5 despite receiving the third-most first-place votes, Alabama opens outside the Top 10 for the first time in 18 years, and Clemson isn't ranked at all. We dig into those surprises, the teams sitting just outside the poll, and why preseason rankings are still mostly educated guesses. Then it's NFL preseason winners and losers: Tua struggled, Jamal Adams suffered a brutal non-contact injury, while Drew Allar and Rams rookie Ty Simpson delivered impressive performances. Plus, the Field of Dreams atmosphere was incredible even if the Twins weren't, Roger Goodell is talking about multiple NFL franchises overseas, Curt Cignetti weighs in on the canceled Indiana-Notre Dame series, and Ryan Day makes a major change to Ohio State's Senior Day ahead of The Game.Live Show Tuesday and Thursday, 3pm est.SOCIALS: https://linktr.ee/drewberquistWEBSITE: https://AirItOutBro.com #DrewBerquist #Balls&Banter #BallsShow Notes/Links:Weekend Sports RecapNFL Preseason Winners and LosersRoger Goodell sees a future with multiple NFL teams based outside the U.Shttps://x.com/YahooSports/status/2089707840952807892?s=20Curt Cignetti comments on the Indiana-Notre Dame series being canceled https://x.com/On3/status/2088428892818161746?s=20Ryan Day, Ohio State move Senior Week to Week 1 to avoid distraction for The Gamehttps://x.com/YahooSports/status/2089204176223875377?s=20First College Football AP Top 25 poll is outhttps://x.com/On3/status/2089382520932405690?s=20

SVP and Stanford Steve are here to give their thoughts on various CFB storylines - including the recent AP Top 25 Preseason Poll release - ahead of the season and break down some NFL preseason games. Steve thinks Indiana is too low and the Hoosiers can do it again, and there also might be some former champs who could make noise in 2026 as well in the Big Ten. Week 1 isn't great but Week 2 is loaded, and the guys give the games they're looking forward to most just a couple weeks out. Optimism is easy to come by this time of year… is that what makes August great? SVP brings up the compelling case of why August might be one of the better months of the year. Plus, the Orioles are in the mix, Ty Simpson looked good in his debut, Cashmere Keith displayed phenomenal composure and SVP shares more insight into his progress on CFB 27. Finally, the difficulty approaching Arizona State sorority girls, various stories on why SVP was NOT a model student, a jellyfish update, thoughts on the Jayden Daniels situation, Super Bowl predictions, and Rest In Peace Skip Bertman. | SVPod Approx. Time Codes (0:00) Intro (0:45) SVP's concern (3:50) Football season is loading (10:18) CFB Week 1 isn't as good this year (14:33) What the Big Ten has become (19:03) AP Poll evaluation (25:05) A look at Miami and FSU (29:03) Can someone repeat the Cignetti script? (30:33) Michigan's outlook (34:23) Early CFB season look ahead (35:28) Is August sneaky great? (41:18) CFB 27 update (46:35) SVP was NOT a model student (52:03) Good luck, ASU men (53:30) Jellyfish update (59:16) Programming note (59:38) THANK YOU (1:01:08) Cashmere Keith's composure was admirable (1:05:48) Orioles are in the mix! (1:08:23) RIP Skip Bertman (1:13:23) Thoughts on the Jayden Daniels situation (1:17:41) Ty Simpson looked good (1:19:53) SB LXI predictions (1:21:53) Week 0 lines (1:23:43) Thanks for watching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Associated Press Top 25 drops today, how low will The Alabama Crimson Tide be ranked? Will Alabama Football have their lowest ranking since 2008 preseason? Alex Golesh says Auburn needs a lot of work before game 1 Curt Cignetti takes a shot at Notre Dame PLUS, LT's Trash presented by Bud Light! SUBSCRIBE: @NextRoundLive - youtube.com/@nextroundlive @TNRClips - youtube.com/@TNRClips FOLLOW TNR ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zlofzLZht7dYxjNcBNpWN FOLLOW TNR ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-next-round/id1797862560 WEBSITE: https://nextroundlive.com/ MOBILE APP: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-next-round/id1580807480 SHOP THE NEXT ROUND STORE: https://nextround.store/ Like TNR on Facebook: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Twitter: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Instagram: / nextroundlive Follow everyone from the show on Twitter: Jim Dunaway: / jimdunaway Ryan Brown: / ryanbrownlive Lance Taylor: / thelancetaylor Scott Forester: / scottforestertv Tyler Johns: /TylerJohnsTNR Brooks Carter: /BrooksACarter Sponsor the show: sales@nextroundlive.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a LOADED Sunday show, as Torres discusses the biggest questions heading into the college football season + Curt Cignetti calling out ANOTHER national power. Plus, the latest in Kentucky's pursuit for star transfer Mark Mitchell and UNC hoops gets big news! Time stamps: College football's biggest questions (2:00) Curt Cignetti calls out ANOTHER CFB power (30:00) The latest with Kentucky/Mark Mitchell (51:00) UNC gets big news (1:06:00) We have a new producer (1:18:00) For all the best clothes, home furnishings and more go to Quince.com/Aaron - for free shipping + returns for a full 365 days! Thank you to our partners CauliPuffs - use code "TORRES" to get 15 percent off ANY purchase - ⁠⁠⁠https://caulipuffs.com/⁠⁠⁠ NEED tickets to ANY event - at SeatGeek you can use code "TORRES" and get $20 off your first purchase - https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TORRES *Restrictions apply. For daily up to the minute portal news - subscribe to our FREE e-mail newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠https://inside-college-sports.beehiiv.com/p/welcome-to-inside-college-sports-with-aaron-torres-39a3⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today in history, Talkin' Ball with Bill Bender, Quick Hitters: Joshua Bez makes MLB history, T-Wolves to retire KG's jersey, Scottie Scheffler dominates & Hue Jackson says it wasn't his fault, AP Top 25 poll drops today, Ohio State moves Senior Day to week one, Bo Jackson's impressing in camp, Luke Fahey's pushing Tavien St Clair, Curt Cignetti keeps talking trash, and some good, some bad for the Browns QBs against Da Bears.

Chuck starts the show talking about Alabama's issues to get better at RB due to injury. Chuck discusses the numerous 5-stars LSU has at RB. Ryan Fowler of Tide 100.9 Tuscaloosa joins Chuck to talk about Alabama's RB injuries and QB battle. Chuck talks about Indiana's "tough" schedule and Cignetti's comments about wanting to play Notre Dame.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.