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Indiana football is 2-0 and closes out its nonconference schedule against Western Kentucky on Saturday at Memorial Stadium. In this CrimsonCast preview, Galen Clavio breaks down the statistical mismatch, what Indiana still needs to improve before Big Ten play, Josh Hoover's early efficiency, the Hoosiers' increasingly dangerous rushing attack, and the uncertainty surrounding Stephen Daley and Kellen Wyatt.The episode opens with the ongoing eligibility situation involving Daley and Wyatt. Their temporary restraining order covered Indiana's first two games, but their status for Western Kentucky remained unresolved when this episode was recorded. Galen explains the court situation, which also involves IU basketball player Sam Alexis and volleyball player Avery Tatum, and why Indiana is still waiting for clarity.Then it is time for the matchup itself. Western Kentucky has endured a difficult start, including a 70-20 loss at Georgia, and the early statistical profiles show a major gap between the Hilltoppers and the defending national champions. Galen digs into Indiana's advanced numbers and identifies one area he would especially like to see improve: creating more consistent push in the running game against an FBS defensive front.The offensive numbers are already encouraging. Josh Hoover is completing more than 70 percent of his passes with eight touchdowns and no interceptions, putting his early efficiency in the same neighborhood as Kurtis Rourke and Fernando Mendoza. Turbo Richard and Lee Beebe Jr. have developed into a productive two-back attack in the absence of Khobie Martin, while Indiana is averaging more than five-and-a-half yards per rush as a team.At receiver, Charlie Becker has been absurdly efficient, producing five touchdowns on only seven receptions, while Nick Marsh is averaging more than 20 yards per catch. Galen also looks at Tyler Morris, Shazz Preston, and Davion Chandler, and why Indiana's combination of receiver depth, blocking demands, and different skill sets gives the offense so many options.The episode also checks Indiana's updated FPI win probabilities for the rest of the season, including Northwestern, Nebraska, Michigan, USC, Washington, Ohio State, and Purdue.Finally, Galen covers the Saturday gameday forecast — including a hot 4 p.m. kickoff, IU's updated water-bottle policy, Parents Weekend ticket demand, and tailgating conditions — before identifying the Western Kentucky players to watch, including quarterbacks Rodney Tisdale Jr. and Brock Glenn and running back A.J. Allen.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast, Indiana football, IU athletics, Big Ten football, and Hoosiers coverage throughout the 2026 season.

Indiana football is 2-0 and turns next to Western Kentucky, but this CrimsonCast episode is really about what the Hoosiers have learned so far — and what they still haven't been tested on. Galen Clavio is joined again by Hoosier Network reporters Andrew Garrison and Brooks White to break down the Howard win, Indiana's improving run game and defensive front, Josh Hoover's mobility, injury questions, and what matters against the Hilltoppers.The biggest positive from Howard was Indiana's ability to get the running game back on track. Even without Khobie Martin, the Hoosiers leaned effectively on Turbo Richard and Lee Beebe Jr., while Josh Hoover's passing volume stayed remarkably low. The group discusses how that rushing success opens up the RPO game and gives Indiana a much more flexible offensive foundation heading toward Big Ten play.The defense also took a major step forward. After a quieter opener against North Texas, Indiana produced five sacks and 12 tackles for loss against Howard. The conversation gets into the depth of Bryant Haines' defensive line, the emergence of more contributors, and why this group still has a chance to become the disruptive unit many expected before the season.Injuries remain one of the bigger questions. A.J. Harris, Jamari Sharpe, Nico Radicic, and others have all dealt with issues, raising the question of whether Indiana should prioritize rest or use Western Kentucky as an opportunity to get key players valuable reps before conference play. Galen also asks about Nick Marsh, who did not start against Howard despite eventually playing and scoring.Another major topic is Hoover's mobility. He may not run like Fernando Mendoza, but the Howard game showed that Hoover can escape pressure, move laterally, buy time, and turn negative situations into manageable ones. The bigger unanswered question is what happens when Indiana's pass protection faces a real Big Ten-level front.The show closes with a Western Kentucky preview. The Hilltoppers have struggled badly through the opening weeks, and the matchup looks very different from the tight IU-WKU games of the recent past. The real goal for Indiana may be less about running up the score and more about getting cleaner reps, building chemistry, and preparing for the tougher stretch ahead.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast, Indiana football, IU athletics, Big Ten football, and Hoosier Network coverage all season long.

Seth Woolcock and Scott Bogman break down the 2027 dynasty rookie class after the opening weeks of the college football season, including updated Superflex rankings, major risers and fallers, and the latest outlook for Jeremiah Smith, Arch Manning, Kawan Lacey, Cam Coleman, Dante Moore and more. Plus, Reed Harris, KJ Duff, Lincoln Kienholz, Jaheim White and Luke Reynolds are climbing, while John Mateer, Bryant Wesco Jr. and other prospects face early concerns. The guys also reveal their updated 2027 rookie big board and discuss how aggressively dynasty managers should be acquiring 2027 first-, second- and third-round picks. Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 What Have We Actually Learned About the 2027 Class? - 0:01:57 League Tycoon - 0:06:43 Rising Prospect #1: Reed Harris (WR - ASU) - 0:07:46 Rising Prospect #2: KJ Duff (WR - Rutgers) - 0:11:14 Rising Prospect #3: Lincoln Kienholz (QB - Louisville) - 0:13:50 Rising Prospect #4: Jahiem White (RB - North Texas) - 0:18:38 Rising Prospect #5: Luke Reynolds (TE - Virginia Tech) 0:21:55 Polymarket - 0:26:12 Early Concerns & Falling Prospect #1: Ryan Coleman-Williams (WR - Alabama) - 0:27:22 Early Concerns & Falling Prospect #2: Bryant Wesco (WR - Clemson) - 0:31:50 Early Concerns & Falling Prospect #3: Quintrevion Wisner (RB - Florida State) - 0:35:02 Early Concerns & Falling Prospect #4: John Mateer (QB - Oklahoma) - 0:38:16 Championship Bling Ring Giveaway Promo - 0:43:17 Current ECR Top 24 - 0:44:09 Scott/Seth’s Rankings and Tiers - 0:45:50 My Playbook Promo - 0:51:28 Should You Be Buying 2027 Rookie Picks? - 0:52:04 FantasyPros Discord - 0:57:08 Outro - 0:57:36 Helpful Links:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Polymarket - Polymarket is giving you a $50 bonus when you deposit just $10. Sign up right now with promo code FPPOD at https://app.polymarket.us/S8ac/FPPOD. 18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See http://polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization. League Tycoon - League Tycoon is the official dynasty fantasy partner of the FantasyPros Dynasty Football Podcast. League Tycoon has tools for serious dynasty leagues: slow auction drafts with 20-plus players at once, trade auctions, draft lotteries, compensatory picks, and league history import. Standard dynasty leagues are free for everyone. And for contract dynasty leagues, use promo code PROS to get your first season free. View the FantasyPros Dynasty Rankings - https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/rankings/dynasty-overall.php - Compare expert consensus dynasty rankings, player values, tiers, and positions before making trades or startup selections. Practice with the FantasyPros Draft Wizard - https://www.fantasypros.com/draftwizard/ - Run realistic mock drafts using your league settings and receive personalized pick suggestions and post-draft analysis. Start a free FantasyPros Premium trial - https://www.fantasypros.com/free/ - Unlock Draft Wizard, Draft Intel, custom draft boards, trade tools, waiver assistance, lineup advice, and more for three days. Dynasty Rookie Draft Simulator - Our Dynasty Rookie Draft Simulator lets you complete a mock in minutes with no waiting between picks! Customize your league settings to match your league’s exact format. Premium subscribers can test trade scenarios by mocking with their traded draft picks. Prepare for rookie drafts AND dynasty startup drafts in one place! Use the Dynasty Rookie Draft Simulator to dominate your rookie draft today at fantasypros.com/simulator! Trade Analyzer - Evaluate trades with confidence using FantasyPros' Trade Analyzer. Instantly see the impact of trades on your team and get expert recommendations. Whether you're making a 2-for-1 deal or swapping a couple draft picks for that stud who will help you win now, the Trade Analyzer will help you optimize your roster and make smarter decisions. Try the Trade Analyzer today at fantasypros.com/myplaybook or on the Fantasy Football My Playbook app and dominate your league! Join us on Discord - Join our FantasyPros Discord Community! Chat with other fans and get access to exclusive AMAs that wind up on our podcast feed. Come get your questions answered and BE ON THE SHOW at fantasypros.com/chatSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Indiana football moved to 2-0 with a 55-0 win over Howard, and CrimsonCast breaks down what actually mattered in a game the Hoosiers controlled from start to finish. Galen Clavio and Scott Caulfield recap Charlie Becker's three-touchdown day, the improved running game, Indiana's defensive response, Josh Hoover's uneven-but-promising performance, and a shortened fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium.The show starts with the rarest part of the day: a 55-minute football game. With Indiana fully in control, the fourth quarter was shortened by five minutes, which Galen and Scott both saw as a smart, practical way to avoid unnecessary injuries after the Hoosiers had already gotten what they needed from the matchup.From there, the “smooth and refreshing moment of the game” belongs to two very different things. Galen highlights Charlie Becker, who caught three touchdown passes and continues to look automatic in an Indiana uniform. Scott picks the five minutes that did not get played, because there was no reason to keep exposing players to hits in a game that had already been decided.The football analysis begins with the box score and the big-picture correction from Week 1. Indiana dominated Howard statistically, with a massive yardage advantage, a shutout defense, cleaner penalties, and a more natural-looking rushing attack. Lee Beebe Jr. and Turbo Richard looked more decisive, the offensive line created better movement, and the run game felt more organic than it did against North Texas.The defense also got the response it needed. After a frustrating opener, Bryant Haines' group gave up almost nothing, adjusted after Howard's opening drive, tackled better, produced pressure, and added another pick-six to Indiana's growing defensive highlight reel. Younger players also got involved, including Keishaun Calhoun, who flashed with two sacks.The biggest concern is still worth watching: Hoover's downfield ball placement and ball security. Galen and Scott discuss the underthrows, missed deep-ball opportunities, the fumble that Lee Beebe Jr. recovered, and why none of it should create a quarterback controversy with Grant Wilson. Hoover is still clearly the guy, but there are correctable details that need to improve before Northwestern, Nebraska, and the heavier Big Ten schedule.The second half of the show zooms out to the Big Ten's rough weekend. Ohio State blew a 23-3 lead at Texas, raising familiar questions about physicality and late-game execution. Oregon looks shaky after coordinator turnover and a stunning loss to Oklahoma State. The broader league picture looks messy, with USC rising, Michigan still strange, Iowa grinding, Illinois and Purdue taking damaging losses, and the SEC conversation already looming over the national narrative.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 not just winning games — it is changing how people see IU, Bloomington, and the entire Hoosier fan experience. In this CrimsonCast episode, Galen Clavio introduces Kamady Rudd to the Back Home Network family for a wide-ranging conversation about Josh Hoover, the new Indiana football culture, social media buzz, and the growing Bison Mafia movement.Kamady brings a sports broadcasting background, IU roots, and a new role with The Media School, where she is helping lead the broadcast journalism curriculum. She and Galen start with her path from Brown County and Indiana University into television, sports coverage, sideline reporting, and now teaching the next generation of broadcasters.From there, the conversation turns to the Hoosiers. After Indiana's 52-16 win over North Texas and with Howard coming up, Galen and Kamady talk about what still feels surreal about IU football's rise. The fan base is adjusting to a new reality after a Big Ten title and national championship, and there may not be a shortcut to fully understanding what Indiana has become.The biggest on-field image from the opener was Josh Hoover's bloody-face moment. Kamady argues that the image matters because it instantly gives fans and teammates a visual of toughness, leadership, and buy-in. Galen connects that to the larger question of team culture: each season has its own personality, and Indiana has to rebuild leadership after the unique presences of players like Fernando Mendoza, Kurtis Rourke, and Pat Coogan.The second half of the episode moves into the cultural side of IU football's rise. Galen and Kamady discuss influencers showing up in Bloomington, how social media can make IU look fun and exciting to prospective students, and why football success can reshape the university's image in ways traditional media cannot. They also look at the student section, Greek life, tailgating, Bison Mafia, and whether Indiana could develop a more SEC-style football social culture while still keeping its own Big Ten identity.The show closes with the CrimsonCast Dog of the Week contest, and this week's co-winners: Sarah and Maximilian, submitted by Rob and Janet Baller.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast coverage of Indiana football, IU athletics, the Hoosiers, Big Ten football, Bloomington culture, and the 2026 college football season.

Indiana football is 1-0, ranked higher than expected, and getting ready for game two against Howard. In this CrimsonCast episode, Galen Clavio is joined by Hoosier Network reporters Andrew Garrison and Brooks White to talk through IU's 52-16 win over North Texas, the Hoosiers' rise in the AP poll, injury concerns, and what to watch Saturday at Memorial Stadium.The conversation starts with Indiana moving from No. 6 to No. 5 after the opener — a small but interesting sign of the program's new national respect. Galen, Andrew, and Brooks discuss why the early AP poll still needs to be taken with a huge grain of salt, how voters treated Oregon after its opener, and why Indiana's brand perception feels different than it used to.From there, the show turns back to the North Texas game. Josh Hoover looked sharp in his first start, throwing four touchdowns on only 16 attempts, while Indiana's short fields and strong return game helped shape the offensive numbers. The crew also digs into Hoover's growing list of options, including Nick Marsh, Charlie Becker, Davion Chandler, and Brock Schott, and why the passing game already looks deeper than expected.The biggest concerns come from the injury report. Khobie Martin is expected to miss time, which puts more pressure on Turbo Richard and Lee Beebe Jr. in the running back room. The cornerback injuries to A.J. Harris and Jamari Sharpe are also worth watching, especially for a secondary already replacing D'Angelo Ponds and still trying to settle into its 2026 identity.The final segment looks ahead to Howard. The matchup may not offer a full scouting test, but it should give Indiana a chance to clean up defensive run fits, evaluate the cornerback depth, get more reps for the defensive tackles, and continue building chemistry in the tight end room. For a defending national champion, this is a week less about proving greatness and more about avoiding bad habits, sharpening execution, and getting more players ready before the schedule stiffens.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast coverage of Indiana football, IU athletics, the Hoosiers, Big Ten football, and the 2026 college football season.

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Sammy Jacobs and Andy Graham break down Indiana's win over North Texas. They discuss Josh Hoover's performance, whether or not there is cause for concern on defense and give an injury update on Khobie Martin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fox Sports' lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt breaks down the controversial ending to the Michigan-Western Michigan game and whether the Wolverines should have gotten an extra second to complete the Hail Mary to win the game. He brings on FOX Sports Rules Analyst Mike Pereira to explain why the confusion happened before Klatt offers his solutions to fix the problem. Klatt also breaks down why the game should be sounding alarm bells for Bryce Underwood and the Michigan program. He also weighs in on LSU's emphatic win over Dabo Swinney and Clemson and explains how Lane Kiffin is channeling Nick Saban and Pete Carroll in Baton Rouge. Klatt gives his takeaways from Oregon's comeback win and whether he's concerned about the Ducks and why Indiana may look different this season. Klatt reveals his first Top 10 since his Preseason Rankings and makes some big changes including who is at the top spot after Texas, LSU, Ohio State and Miami all cruised to easy wins. Chapters 🏈 0:00 - 1:33 Intro 1:33 - 4:47 Michigan escapes vs Western Michigan with Hail Mary TD 4:48 - 13:36 Mike Pereira on decision to add one second back at end of Michigan game 13:37 - 21:51 Did the refs make the right call at end of Michigan game? 21:52 - 29:20 How concerning was Bryce Underwood's performance? 29:21 - 37:25 LSU routs Clemson in Lane Kiffin's debut 37:26 - 40:31 Oregon comes back to beat Boise State 40:32 - 44:50 Importance of QB play in Week 1  44:51 - 50:46 Indiana beats North Texas in Josh Hoover's debut 50:47 - 1:05:15 Joel reveals rest of his top 10 teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Week 1 is in the books, and the Devy market is already starting to move.In this episode, Kevin breaks down some of the biggest risers and fallers from the opening weekend of college football, including standout performances from Darian Mensah, Malachi Toney, Trent Mosley, and Jeremiah McClellan. He also discusses the concerns surrounding Bryce Underwood and what Week 1 told us about the 2027 quarterback class.Plus, Kevin shares his early observations on Josh Hoover, Julian Sayin, Jayden Maiava, LaNorris Sellers, Arch Manning, and Dante Moore while separating meaningful development from early-season overreactions.Which performances actually changed player value, and which ones were just Week 1 noise?

Indiana football opened its 2026 season with a 52-16 win over North Texas, and CrimsonCast is here to break down what mattered beyond the final score. Galen Clavio and Scott Caulfield recap Josh Hoover's IU debut, Nick Marsh's first touchdown, the Hoosiers' explosive passing game, defensive concerns, and the gameday experience at a brutally hot Memorial Stadium.The episode starts with the conditions, because they were impossible to ignore. The noon kickoff turned Memorial Stadium into a furnace, and Galen and Scott talk about the heat, fan experience, player safety, and whether early-season college football needs to rethink some of these late-August and early-September kickoff windows.From there, the football conversation begins with the new Hoosier Game Day Lager “smooth and refreshing moment of the game.” Scott picks Marsh's opening touchdown catch, while Galen highlights Hoover's entire performance — especially the now-iconic bloody-face sequence that instantly gave Indiana fans a visual of their new quarterback's toughness and command.The drive-chart discussion tells two stories at once. Indiana's offense was wildly efficient, scoring 52 points on only 46 plays, while North Texas deserves credit for extending drives and keeping the IU defense on the field. Tayven Jackson played better than expected in his return to Bloomington, and Neil Brown's staff used tempo, formations, rollouts, and misdirection to test Indiana's defense in ways that should be useful for Bryant Haines and the staff moving forward.The biggest concern coming out of the game is the defense. Galen and Scott discuss tackling, edge containment, interior gaps, injuries to A.J. Harris and Jamari Sharpe, and why Indiana looked less synchronized than it did late last season. The point is not panic — it is that the Hoosiers have clear teaching tape before the schedule gets tougher.Offensively, though, there was a lot to like. Hoover looked comfortable, decisive, and accurate. Charlie Becker, Nick Marsh, Tyler Morris, Davion Chandler, and Brock Schott all showed why Indiana's passing game may be more explosive than last year's version. The running game was less dominant statistically, but North Texas was selling out to stop it, and a long Lee Beebe Jr. touchdown was erased by a questionable holding call. The bigger concern is Khobie Martin's injury and how that changes the running back rotation.The show wraps with Memorial Stadium reaction — including the national championship display, student-section energy, concourse problems, traffic, parking, and cell-signal issues — before turning to the wider Big Ten weekend. Galen and Scott discuss Michigan's controversial escape against Western Michigan, Oregon's shaky opener against Boise State, Dante Moore concerns, Ohio State context, UCLA's fourth-quarter surge, and where Indiana fits after Week 1.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.

Galen Clavio hosts a live CrimsonCast preview as Indiana football gets ready to open the 2026 season against North Texas at Memorial Stadium.This is not a normal opener. Indiana enters the season as the reigning Big Ten champion and national champion, and Galen starts by talking through what it means to finally move from the afterglow of 2025 into the first real evaluation point of 2026. The Hoosiers are still carrying the memories of a perfect season, but now the question becomes what this team actually looks like once the ball is kicked.A major early theme is avoiding assumptions. Indiana started slowly in each of Curt Cignetti's first two openers, against FIU and Old Dominion, before eventually finding its rhythm. Galen argues that a slower start against North Texas would not necessarily be cause for panic, especially given the unusual nature of a Week 1 game against a rebuilt opponent. At the same time, there are real things IU fans should want to see: sharp execution, clean communication, physicality, and evidence that the new pieces are fitting together.The North Texas side of the preview centers on just how much the Mean Green have changed. After Eric Morris left for Oklahoma State, the roster was rebuilt almost from scratch, leaving Indiana with an opponent that is difficult to evaluate from last year's numbers. Former IU quarterback Tayven Jackson returns to Bloomington as the North Texas starter, and Galen talks through what Indiana fans remember from Jackson's time with the Hoosiers, what he brings as a passer, and why this could be an extremely difficult matchup against Bryant Haines' defense.The other key North Texas offensive name is Jaheim White, who gives the Mean Green a proven running back option. But beyond Jackson and White, Galen sees major questions: an offensive line full of transfers who have not played together, a receiving corps without much proven production, and a system that may still be searching for identity. Against an Indiana front seven led by players like Tyrique Tucker, Mario Landino, Tobias Nsonwu, and Chiddi Obiazor, that is a tough place to start.On the Indiana offensive side, the main storyline is Josh Hoover. Galen talks through what he wants to see from Hoover in his first game as IU's starting quarterback, how the relationship with Tino Sunseri could matter on the sideline, and why Indiana may not need to ask Hoover to carry the whole offense right away. Ideally, the Hoosiers build a lead, get Hoover a clean debut, and create enough space to see Grant Wilson and possibly other backup pieces later in the game.The running game is another major watch point. Galen expects Indiana to rotate heavily among Turbo Richard, Khobie Martin, and Lee Beebe Jr., with the offensive line asked to establish physical control against a North Texas defense that has not played together. He also raises the tight end question, where Brock Schott may be the most intriguing passing-game option, but Andrew Barker could have a major early role because of what he offers as a blocker.The preview also gets practical. Galen spends time on weather, heat, crowd flow, stadium entry, water bottles, tailgate security, and the reality that a packed Memorial Stadium will require fans to get inside earlier than usual. He also announces the first CrimsonCast Dog of the Week.The final segment zooms out to the season-long questions that matter most. Who replaces the leadership of players like Fernando Mendoza, Pat Coogan, and Aiden Fisher? Can players like Nick Marsh, Charlie Becker, Tyler Morris, and Hoover grow into the right roles? How does the team handle injuries and conditioning under Tyson Brown? And does this Indiana team still have the same physical, grinding, break-your-will identity that carried the Hoosiers to a national championship?

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College Football Week 1 is here, and Seth Woolcock and Scott Bogman are breaking down their favorite bets across the opening slate. The guys dive into spreads, totals and team totals, including Georgia Tech vs. Colorado, Utah vs. Idaho, Miami vs. Stanford, Ohio State vs. Ball State, Texas vs. Texas State, Oklahoma State vs. Tulsa, Alabama vs. East Carolina and more. They also tackle some of the weekend’s most intriguing matchups, including Cal vs. UCLA, Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin at Lambeau Field, Memphis vs. Arkansas State and Auburn vs. Baylor. Which favorites are worth laying the points with, and where can bettors find value by backing a big underdog? Then, Bogman gives out his favorite Week 1 college football player props, featuring Josh Hoover, DJ Lagway, Cam Cook, Ian Strong and Kamario Taylor. Get the numbers, matchups and betting angles behind the picks before locking in your Week 1 college football card. Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Game Picks - 0:02:57 Georgia Tech -6.5 vs. Colorado - 0:03:07 Utah -33.5 vs. Idaho - 0:05:37 Miami FL Team Total Over 34.5 - 0:07:23 Ball State +50.5 @ Ohio State - 0:08:53 Texas State +30.5 @ Texas - 0:12:14 Oklahoma State -13.5 @ Tulsa - 0:14:30 Oklahoma State Over 34.5 - 0:15:57 Alabama Team Total Over 41.5 vs. ECU - 0:17:38 Memphis -10.5 vs. Arkansas State - 0:20:13 California ALT +3.5 vs. UCLA - 0:24:01 Wisconsin vs. Notre Dame Over 47.5 - 0:27:12 Auburn -7.5 vs. Baylor - 0:29:21 BettingPros Premium Giveaway - 0:31:39 Player Props - 0:33:48 Indiana QB Josh Hoover Over 234.5 Passing Yards - 0:33:59 Baylor QB DJ Lagway Over 1.5 INTs - 0:34:25 WVU RB Cam Cook Over 117.5 Rushing Yards - 0:35:28 Cal WR Ian Strong Over 56.5 Receiving Yards - 0:37:08 Miss St QB Kamario Taylor Anytime TD - 0:38:18 Outro - 0:38:57 Helpful Links: Subscribe to BettingPros College Football on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@BettingProsCollegeFootball - Get year-round college football futures, weekly best bets, game previews and betting analysis from Seth Woolcock, Scott Bogman, and the BettingPros team. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BettingPros App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Make winning bets with advice and picks from top sports betting experts. The BettingPros app puts consensus and expert-driven sports betting advice at your fingertips to help you pinpoint the best odds and make winning bets. Download it today on the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠App Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Play⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Check the Latest College Football Odds - https://www.bettingpros.com/ncaaf/odds/ - Compare current NCAAF lines and find the best available odds before placing your college football bets. Upgrade to BettingPros Premium - https://www.bettingpros.com/premium/ - Unlock premium picks, advanced betting tools, expert analysis and additional data to help you make more informed wagers. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BettingPros Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Looking to up your game in sports betting? Join our exclusive sports betting Discord community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bettingpros.com/chat⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Not only can you connect with expert handicappers who provide free picks for NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, player props, live betting, and more, but now you can also participate in our weekly community picks. Cast your vote, see how your picks stack up against the experts, and track your success! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BettingPros Pick Tracker⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ – Want to track all of your wagers in one place? Check out the BettingPros Pick Tracker. It syncs up with your sportsbooks to tally which picks hit, and which miss AND gives you a live look at what the public is doing so you can use real-time tracking to determine which plays to make, and which to fade: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bettingpros.com/pick-tracking⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

00:00 – 20:24 – Varying responses on Chris Ballard’s comments about Keenan Allen’s arrest, Ballard’s comments on JT Tuimoloau and him being “gassed” during preseason, Kevin asks about psychotic fan behavior and jinxes and asks if his brother has done anything wrong in planning for a potential Notre Dame national championship game 20:25 – 33:50 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us to weigh in on what Chris Ballard had to say yesterday, Keenan Allen comments, AR’s role, other big takeaways, the SBJ article on Carlie Irsay-Gordon and the future of the team’s facility 33:51 – 47:19 - Matt Weaver of Peegs joins us to preview the IU football season, expectations without Fernando Mendoza under center, North Texas and Tayvan Jackson, how big is the target on Cignetti and IU?, will the Hoosiers still have the WOW plays like last season?, Josh Hoover expectations 47:20 – 1:00:21 - Sports Business Journal’s Ben Fischer join us to discuss his article on Carlie Irsay-Gordon and why he decided to feature her, the current state of Lucas Oil Stadium and the upcoming plans for it, is there any chance the Colts are open to private equity, is there actual monetary value in a new practice facility downtown?, her weekly itinerary, his Kent State daysSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 15:09 – Chris Ballard spoke yesterday and weighs in on Keenan Allen’s arrest over the weekend, IU gets ready for Tayven Jackson and North Texas 15:10 – 22:12 – Morning Checkdown 22:11 – 42:38 – Varying responses on Chris Ballard’s comments about Keenan Allen’s arrest, Ballard’s comments on JT Tuimoloau and him being “gassed” during preseason, Kevin asks about psychotic fan behavior and jinxes and asks if his brother has done anything wrong in planning for a potential Notre Dame national championship game 42:39 – 1:06:38 – ESPN Colts reporter Stephen Holder joins us to weigh in on what Chris Ballard had to say yesterday, Keenan Allen comments, AR’s role, other big takeaways, the SBJ article on Carlie Irsay-Gordon and the future of the team’s facility, Morning Checkdown 1:06:39 – 1:20:28 – Matt Weaver of Peegs joins us to preview the IU football season, expectations without Fernando Mendoza under center, North Texas and Tayvan Jackson, how big is the target on Cignetti and IU?, will the Hoosiers still have the WOW plays like last season?, Josh Hoover 1:20:29 – 1:24:37 – The insanity of Daniel Jones being ready to play in Week 1 after suffering a torn Achilles, is this the best 1-10 group of players in the Ballard era but the worst 11-53? 1:24:38 – 1:38:07– Sports Business Journal’s Ben Fischer join us to discuss his article on Carlie Irsay-Gordon and why he decided to feature her, the current state of Lucas Oil Stadium and the upcoming plans for it, is there any chance the Colts are open to private equity, is there actual monetary value in a new practice facility downtown?, her weekly itinerary, his Kent State days, Morning Checkdown 1:38:08 – 1:46:46– Kevin and Marc discuss Ballard’s comment on NFL players going back to college and Kevin’s hotel booking for a potential Notre Dame national championship appearance out in Vegas 1:46:47 – 1:55:53– The Crossover with Jake Query but Jake is late, so Kevin and Marc debate stadium anthem songs before Jake does show up, the guys discuss Chris Ballard's comments on JT Tuimoloau and ask if it's hypocritical of the AR tap out situationSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get Up Resumes with comments from Lane Kiffin about how his team is supporting the pursuit of ex-NFL rookies. Do you buy it or is he just trying to save face? Meanwhile some Rams and Packers hot takes for this season are discussed. Will the Rams have the best defense of all time? Are the Packers doomed before the season even begins? Then a look into some familiar names in new places in college football. Will Darian Mensah and Josh Hoover continue the success their schools had last year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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**.

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.

Big Ten Football Preview 2026: Illini's 3-3-5 Gamble, Oregon vs Ohio State vs Indiana, & Bold Predictions | I on the Illini LIVE #607 Welcome to I on the Illini LIVE — your #1 destination for University of Illinois Fighting Illini sports coverage, powered by IlliniGuys.com! In this episode, Mike Cagley, Brad Sturdy, Matt Stevens, and Steve Sturm break down the 2026 Big Ten Football Season with expert analysis, bold predictions, and everything Illinois fans need to know before kickoff! In This Episode: Big Ten's Elite Tier: Are Oregon, Ohio State, and Indiana the cream of the crop? Who Wins the Big Ten? Oregon's Dante Moore vs. Kurt Cignetti's Indiana dynasty The Ryan Day Debate: Why does Ohio State's coach get overlooked despite elite talent? Illini's 3-3-5 Defense: Genius innovation or a personnel problem? The guys dive deep Illinois Win Total Predictions: 10-2 ceiling or 5-7 floor? The variance is real! Big Ten MVP Picks: Dante Moore, Josh Hoover, and more Hot Seat Coaches: Matt Rhule, Luke Fickell, Mike Locksley, and Greg Schiano Nebraska, Wisconsin, Penn State, USC & Michigan — who's for real? Illini Season Outlook: What does the Duke game tell us? ️ About the Show: I on the Illini is the premier podcast for Illinois Fighting Illini sports, brought to you by IlliniGuys.com — your subscription-based home for in-depth coverage, insider access, and passionate debate. Join our community today for message boards, exclusive content, and more! Don't Miss: Live pregame, halftime & postgame coverage for Illinois vs. UAB Daily Illini sports content all season long Expert analysis from insiders who know the program best #️⃣ Hashtags: #Illini #IllinoisFootball #BigTen #BigTenFootball #FightingIllini #IlliniGuys #CollegeFootball #BigTenPreview #IlliniNation #OrangeAndBlue #CFB #CollegeFootballSeason #IlliniFootball #BigTenConference #FootballPreview #IlliniSports #ILoveIllini #BigTenTiers #3-3-5Defense #OregonDucks #OhioStateBuckeyes #IndianaHoosiers #GoIllini Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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.

00:00– 13:00 – The host of the history making, legendary Indiana Sports Talk, Bob Lovell, joins the show. They review week 1 of the high school football season before diving into the Westfield vs. Carmel matchup and the job Josh Miracle has done at the helm for the Shamrocks. JMV shouts out his Eastern Greene team before the Roncalli Royals bounceback opportunity tonight against Franklin Central. 13:05 - 27:54 – . Making his weekly Friday 4 o’clock appearance, Joel A. Erickson of the Indianapolis Star joins the show. What does he expect to see tomorrow, how big is the game tomorrow on the kicking battle, how dire is the pass rush situation and will Caden Curry make the team? Plus, what surprises will we see when roster cut downs begin? 27:54 – 48:46 – The voice of the Hoosiers, Don Fischer, has a documentary premiering this evening on WTIU. He saw a screening of the documentary and comments on all the hard work that went into it. Plus, John references his conversation to a Raiders reporter yesterday on Fernando Mendoza and asks how Josh Hoover compares. Chris Hagan asks how the roster still fits, Tayven Jackson starting against IU and more.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 22:24 – John opens the show live from Mucky Duck and announces the giveaways he has for the Colts game tomorrow. He also previews the Football Friday show, including how now the expectations are high for Alec Pierce now that he has returned from his injury. Plus, how important it is for the Fever to take care of business tonight, there might be week 1 tickets to give away at Mucky Duck, an update on the lions that are rumored to be loose in Indiana. 22:24– 39:52 – The host of the history making, legendary Indiana Sports Talk, Bob Lovell, joins the show. They review week 1 of the high school football season before diving into the Westfield vs. Carmel matchup and the job Josh Miracle has done at the helm for the Shamrocks. JMV shouts out his Eastern Greene team before the Roncalli Royals bounceback opportunity tonight against Franklin Central. 39:52 – 44:16 – JMV gives away a pair of tickets to the Colts game tomorrow and a Ride with JMV YETI. 44:16 - 1:05:34 – Making his weekly Friday 4 o’clock appearance, Joel A. Erickson of the Indianapolis Star joins the show. What does he expect to see tomorrow, how big is the game tomorrow on the kicking battle, how dire is the pass rush situation and will Caden Curry make the team? Plus, what surprises will we see when roster cut downs begin? 1:05:34 – 1:21:36 – Chris Hagan of CBS4/FOX59 joins JMV and Pat Sullivan on location at Mucky Duck’s. John recaps his “I didn’t know I was on the air” moment from Wednesday, Pat is pledging money for flood relief victims Saturday, P1 listener Fulton breaks the news that he has a girlfriend and reveals what his favorite Dolly Parton song is, which leads to a discussion on her life. 1:21:36 – 1:28:39 –. JMV wraps up the second hour of the show! 1:28:39 – 1:53:16 – The voice of the Hoosiers, Don Fischer, has a documentary premiering this evening on WTIU. He saw a screening of the documentary and comments on all the hard work that went into it. Plus, John references his conversation to a Raiders reporter yesterday on Fernando Mendoza and asks how Josh Hoover compares. Chris Hagan asks how the roster still fits, Tayven Jackson starting against IU and more. 1:53:16 – 2:02:26 – Chris and JMV pick some more winners out at Mucky Duck before Hagan gives his take on the Fever and their long layoff coming up. 2:02:26 – 2:06:05 – John and Chris preview the weekend of sports ahead and the Colts game tomorrow afternoon.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

Mark Rodgers and Brad Copeland learn on air that Dolly Parton has passed away. What do you expect to see from TCU transfer quarterback Josh Hoover at Indiana this season? Do you expect Alabama or Indiana to be better this season, in a battle of old guard versus the new guard. Do you like the new alternate jerseys? Can the Seattle Mariners pull ahead and win the division?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

Mike Niziolek and Zach Osterman ask (and attempt to answer) the question of whether Indiana football is garnering the proper respect ahead of its national title defense this fall. Chapters: 0:00 -- Intro 1:32 -- Stephen Daley/Kellan Wyatt court updates 10:26 -- The question of disrespect 19:01 -- Where would we rank IU 23:15 -- Importance of staff continuity 28:10 -- Josh Hoover 35:53 -- The importance of good luck Read: https://www.indystar.com/story/sports/college/indiana/2026/08/18/indiana-football-wide-receivers-nick-marsh-charlie-becker-coach-curt-cignetti-depth-tyler-morris/91342534007/ Get IndyStar's IU coverage sent directly to your inbox with our IU Insider newsletter: https://profile.indystar.com/newsletters/iu-insider/?ipid=NLsignupIU Preorder "Unthinkable to Unstoppable" today: https://bit.ly/4gezKxZ

(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 Big Ten football storms into the spotlight with a bold prediction: four playoff spots are up for grabs as Ohio State, Indiana, USC, and Oregon headline a loaded, quarterback-driven conference. Brian Smith breaks down why the Big Ten outpaces the SEC this year, spotlighting Hoosiers quarterback Josh Hoover, Buckeyes' Julian Sayin, and the dynamic playmakers transforming the league's speed and competitiveness. Brian Smith tackles whether Oregon finally finish the job and make a run at a national title, and will Washington or Michigan emerge as playoff dark horses? There's also NIL's sweeping impact, the rise of Big Ten recruiting in southern hotbeds, and the strategic shakeup in offensive schemes. The heated question of Notre Dame's future is put to rest: despite constant rumors, the Fighting Irish aren't joining the Big Ten anytime soon—unless a Super League emerges. With AP poll surprises and crucial analysis of contenders like Penn State and Illinois, this episode is essential for every college football fan. 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 up to $500 in bonus credits when you trade $25. The Game Don't miss this chance to celebrate 40 years of The Game with 40% off your entire order. Visit https://TheGameCaps.com and use promo code LOCKEDON at checkout. 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 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. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 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.

CrimsonCast / BHN continues its 2026 positional preview series with a deep dive into the Hoosiers' wide receivers and tight ends — two groups that will help determine how quickly Josh Hoover settles into Curt Cignetti and Mike Shanahan's offense.Galen Clavio breaks down what Indiana lost from last year's passing game, including Elijah Sarratt, Omar Cooper Jr., E.J. Williams, and Riley Nowakowski, then looks at how the 2026 group could be rebuilt around Charlie Becker, Nick Marsh, Shazz Preston, and Tyler Morris. The episode focuses heavily on efficiency, alignment, drop rate, average depth of target, slot usage, contested catches, and why Indiana's passing game works best when the run game keeps the offense ahead of schedule.The second half shifts to tight end, where Indiana has a fascinating but unproven room featuring Blake Thiry, Andrew Barker, Brock Schott, Trevor Gibbs, PJ MacFarlane, and others. Galen discusses who might replace Nowakowski's do-everything role, who could emerge as a blocker, who may be the best receiving option, and why the first month of the season will reveal how much trust the staff has in this group.Check out our IU running back room preview podcast here.Check out our preview of the quarterbacks (well, really just Josh Hoover) here. 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 suddenly a premium gameday product, and CrimsonCast After Dark looks at what that means for IU football fans, Memorial Stadium, tailgating, parking, road trips, and the Hoosiers' biggest 2026 challenges.Galen Clavio answers listener questions on how the gameday experience may change now that Curt Cignetti's program is coming off a national championship, why fans should expect more traffic, more demand, higher prices, and a more all-day football atmosphere in Bloomington. He also discusses possible Memorial Stadium renovations, including why a new stadium is unlikely but press box and premium-seat upgrades may be on the table.The show also covers Big Ten fall camp roster uncertainty, Indiana's road-trip slate, bathroom logistics at Memorial Stadium, tailgate plans, getting into the stadium earlier, and whether Michigan or Washington is the tougher road game. Plus: a quick riff on Charlie Becker, Nick Marsh, Josh Hoover's receiver options, and elite food-and-football combinations.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 fall camp is rolling, and CrimsonCast digs into some listener questions around Curt Cignetti's Hoosiers: the tight end room, replacing D'Angelo Ponds, defensive adjustments, and why Josh Hoover may not need to be a copy of Fernando Mendoza.Galen Clavio answers questions on how the TE room is shaping up, Brock Schott's potential emergence, Andrew Barker, Blake Thiry, and what Indiana needs from the tight end position in this offense. He also breaks down why the Ponds question may be the biggest on the roster, how Bryant Haines could adapt the defense, and why IU's elite defensive front may buy the secondary time early in the season.The episode also touches on Cignetti's lingering Notre Dame memory, the possibility of an Indiana-Notre Dame playoff rematch, ESPN and SEC resistance to a 24-team College Football Playoff, Josh Pate's regular-season argument, and why Indiana fans should be morally obligated to support giving more programs a legitimate shot.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.CrimsonCast LIVE at POSH Hotel Bloomington RSVP LinkVolleyball Golf Outing Information!

Indiana football is through its first week of fall camp, and CrimsonCast breaks down the biggest questions around the Hoosiers as Curt Cignetti's defending national champions move closer to the 2026 season.Galen Clavio and Scott Caulfield discuss the new reality of following IU football like a national power, the wave of Hoosiers making noise in NFL camps, and the massive defensive-line boost created by Stephen Daley and Kellan Wyatt returning to Indiana. They also dig into what fans should watch for in the first four games, how to evaluate Josh Hoover early in the season, whether Indiana can meet playoff-level expectations, and why the Hoosiers' defense may again be one of the best units in college football.The show closes with reaction to Indiana's Coaches Poll ranking, the possibility of Holden Staes returning, points/touchdowns allowed projections for Bryant Haines' defense, and the national roasting of Purdue's AD comments about IU.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.

Kellan Wyatt is back with Indiana football, strengthening an already loaded Hoosiers defensive front alongside Stephen Daley. Galen Clavio explains the eligibility ruling, what Wyatt's return means for IU, and why this defensive line could be among college football's best.Plus, Galen shares observations from Indiana fall camp, including Josh Hoover's early work with the receivers, offensive-line depth, Curt Cignetti's priorities, and comments from Rolijah Hardy and Charlie Becker. The episode closes with a response to new Purdue athletic director Tommy McClelland's championship jab at IU.Subscribe and follow CrimsonCast for smart, fan-focused Indiana Hoosiers football coverage throughout fall camp and the 2026 season.

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00:00– 15:54 ––JMV wonders if he needed to be coached hard when he was younger and asks former Colts Cornerback Marlin Jackson the same thing. They get into why staying healthy is extremely important, how he views the Colts secondary and compares it to the one that he played with. He also touches on how important it is for the Colts to get off to a fast start. Plus, he promotes his foundation that is doing a Colts trivia night on August 13th. 15:54 –41:07 – Kevin Bowen from The Fan Morning Show joins for his weekly appearance. While multi-tasking as a dad, he talks about what he would like to see from conferences in college football from a scheduling standpoint. He and John go back-and-forth on their feelings towards it. They revisit their conversation with Daniel Jones and who the backup quarterback would be right now for the Colts. Plus, Stephanie White wins coach of the month and the most random songs with NBA player references. 41:07 – 1:05:33 – Scott Dochterman is a National College Football Writer for The Athletic who just wrote a piece on the value of Indiana Football. He joins and discusses the return of Stephen Daley, what Josh Hoover could turn out to be and who the best quarterback is amongst the top 5 in the coaches poll. JMV peppers on Big Ten questions in before moving to the Lane Kiffin drama and what to expect at LSU, plus what to make of the IU scheduling narrativeSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00 – 27:43 – A Wednesday edition of The Ride opens with John comparing the bad feelings with the Colts and the good feelings of Indiana. He references a USA Today article by Blake Toppmeyer, commenting on the Hoosiers “ducking and running”. Then, he points out how more people are recognizing Caitlin Clark just wants to play basketball. Stephanie White wins coach of the week, Caleb is skipping out on hoop tonight. 27:43– 47:22 – JMV wonders if he needed to be coached hard when he was younger and asks former Colts Cornerback Marlin Jackson the same thing. They get into why staying healthy is extremely important, how he views the Colts secondary and compares it to the one that he played with. He also touches on how important it is for the Colts to get off to a fast start. Plus, he promotes his foundation that is doing a Colts trivia night on August 13th. 47:22 – 48:39 – JMV wraps up the first hour of the show and looks forward to his conversation with Kevin Bowen. 48:39 - 1:18:26 – Kevin Bowen from The Fan Morning Show joins for his weekly appearance. While multi-tasking as a dad, he talks about what he would like to see from conferences in college football from a scheduling standpoint. He and John go back-and-forth on their feelings towards it. They revisit their conversation with Daniel Jones and who the backup quarterback would be right now for the Colts. Plus, Stephanie White wins coach of the month and the most random songs with NBA player references. 1:18:26 – 1:28:44 – We run through NBA player references in songs after Kevin Bowen and John talked about the song Promiscuous 1:28:44 – 1:34:15 – JMV reads texts to wrap up the second hour! 1:34:15 – 2:05:10 – Scott Dochterman is a National College Football Writer for The Athletic who just wrote a piece on the value of Indiana Football. He joins and discusses the return of Stephen Daley, what Josh Hoover could turn out to be and who the best quarterback is amongst the top 5 in the coaches poll. JMV peppers on Big Ten questions in before moving to the Lane Kiffin drama and what to expect at LSU, plus what to make of the IU scheduling narrative. 2:05:10 – 2:15:16 – JMV says he has rhythm and can dance with the best of ‘em, plus, Elwood’s football program update is a good one. 2:15:16 – 2:16:16 – The show wraps up with JMV giving away another family four pack to the Indiana State Fair!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this college football podcast episode, we continue our three-part 2026 Big Ten preview with a closer look at nine teams, beginning with the three programs most likely to determine the conference championship. Oregon has assembled another loaded roster, but is this finally the year Dan Lanning’s program gets over the hump? Can Ohio State maintain its defensive standard while building a new offensive identity under Arthur Smith? And how successfully can defending national champion Indiana reload around Josh Hoover and a wave of transfer portal additions? We make our Big Ten championship predictions and examine the questions that could separate Oregon, Ohio State and Indiana once the College Football Playoff race begins. Then we turn toward the conference’s crowded middle. Is Iowa’s favorable schedule enough to overcome another uncertain quarterback situation? Can Washington’s promising but unproven roster deliver against better competition? And what happens when Nebraska pairs the unpredictable Anthony Colandrea with Dana Holgorsen? We also discuss the stakes surrounding Luke Fickell at Wisconsin, Greg Schiano’s attempt to rebuild the Rutgers defense and Purdue’s difficult path toward meaningful progress. Plus: a spirited disagreement over Iowa, a possible resurgences for the RVO offense, suspicious Rutgers sandwich spots, the official installation of Ty as Chief Colandrea Officer, and more.Support the show!: https://www.patreon.com/solidverbalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-30:34) – Query & Company opens a Friday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing what Curt Cignetti said yesterday at Big Ten Media Day when asked about being the hunted versus the hunter. It leads to Jake comparing what he has heard about Josh Hoover compared to Fernando Mendoza. Finally, Jake touches on what is going on at Colts training camp today. (30:34-40:42) – The Indianapolis Colts activated CJ Allen off the physically unable to perform list. Jake explains the importance of him getting on the grass now and what he can do to help the Colts defense. (40:42-52:35) – Jake Query concludes the first hour of the show with Jenna Fryer joining the show to discuss her transition from being a motorsport journalist to working with Chip Ganassi Racing. She explains why she is making the move and why Chip Ganassi created the position. (52:35-1:31:51) – Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Ashton Dulin joins Query & Company to recap his journey from high school in Ohio to playing for the Indianapolis Colts and training camp so far. Jake asks Ashton where he feels most comfortable running routes, if he hears the noise about the team needing to add another wide receiver to the room, what his role is for the Colts, and passes the Elkhart trivia question that Jake has for him. (1:31:51-1:38:10) – Every Friday on Query & Company, Jake Query shares a feel good story with it being a Good For The Heart Friday sponsored by Franciscan Health. Today’s story is about Max Clark getting the call from the Detroit Tigers to, reportedly, make his Major League Baseball debut tonight as a 21-year-olrd. (1:38:10-1:41:08) – Hour number two of Query & Company concludes with Jake Query highlighting some of the things he observed during today’s camp. (1:41:08-2:09:39) – The Fan Morning Show’s Kevin Bowen joins Jake Query from Droplight Grand Park to discuss today’s training camp practice for the Indianapolis Colts and Carlie Irsay-Gordon’s comments to the media. They dive into the lack of storylines right now through camp, if Anthony Richardson Sr. will be traded soon after tonight’s roster bonus deadline, and the unique situation that Jonathan Taylor is in if they do sign him to another multi-year extension. (2:09:39-2:24:34) – Carlie Irsay-Gordon made a comment about the future of Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard. Did she subtly suggest something that people wondered prior to Jim’s passing? (2:24:34-2:31:53) – The show closes out with JMV joining the show to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grace Ybarra and Galen Clavio are back on CrimsonCast to recap Big Ten Football Media Days, Galen's trip through Chicago and Las Vegas, and the increasingly strange world of college football media season.The episode starts with travel chaos, old minor-league hockey memories, and the surreal overlap of Big Ten Media Days and Lollapalooza in downtown Chicago. That leads naturally into the important question: which Big Ten coaches would fit best — or worst — at a Lolla VIP tent?From there, Grace and Galen dig into the actual football conversation. Curt Cignetti remains the central figure, from his SEC “hype machine” comments to the way he handles media attention without sounding scripted. They talk about why Cignetti has become such a compelling quote machine, how his rise compares to other coaches, and why his presence gives Indiana a unique voice in the Big Ten vs. SEC argument.The second half focuses heavily on Indiana football: the Hoosiers' player representatives at Media Days, the transition from the JMU-era culture carriers to IU-developed leaders, lazy national narratives about the roster, and the skepticism around Josh Hoover replacing Fernando Mendoza. Grace and Galen also discuss Big Ten unity, conference depth, Ohio State and Michigan rivalry comments, Ryan Day's media energy, Purdue expectations, Starbucks orders, and why football season suddenly feels very close.

Get Up resumes with the dangerous Giants! Could a healthy version of the Mean Blue Machine make the playoffs? Meanwhile - a game of "Jalen Hurt & Eagles offense will improve if ______" Then - Jordan Rodgers tape breakdown! This week, Josh Hoover is on the chopping block. How far can Fernando Mendoza's replacement take the Hoosiers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices