Podcasts about Northern Illinois

David and Ryan recap Georgia State football's 35-14 win over Northern Illinois as the Panthers improve to 3-1 on the season. They break down why the final score looked comfortable even though the game felt sloppy, discuss the second-half defensive adjustments, special teams impact, six sacks, Isaiah Stone's kick return, and Avion McBride's first touchdown. Plus, they get into shirtless end-zone antics, tailgate stories, and why this somehow became The Malort Game.Follow usWeb: http://stateofatlanta.comFacebook: http://facebook.com/STATEofAtlantaTwitter: http://twitter.com/STATEofAtlantaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@STATEofAtlantaSupport the showPatreon: http://patreon.com/STATEofAtlantaRock our swagMerch: http://merch.STATEofAtlanta.com

Xavier Silas is the Men's Basketball Associate Head Coach and is in his 4th season at Virginia Military Institute.  He has twice been named to the Silver Waves Media Mid Major Coaches watch list as a name to watch as a future head coach at the Division I level.  Silas came to VMI after being an analyst for the University of Missouri men's basketball program. During the 2022-23 season, Silas served as head coach of the Guaynabo Mets of the Baloncesto Superior Nacional (BSN), the highest professional basketball league in Puerto Rico. Prior to coaching in Puerto Rico, he worked for both the Detroit Pistons and Philadelphia 76'ers in a similar role as both the director of player development and offensive coordinator for each franchise's G-League affiliate. As a professional basketball player, Silas had playing stints with the Denver Nuggets, Boston Celtics, Minnesota Timberwolves, Washington Wizards and Philadelphia 76ers. As a member of the NBA G-League, he played for the Iowa Wolves, Northern Arizona Suns, Bakersfield Jam and the Maine Red Claws.  Silas also played for various professional teams in Argentina, Germany, Greece, Israel and France throughout his playing career. After beginning his collegiate career at the University of Colorado at Boulder (2006-08), he transferred to Northern Illinois (2009-11) where he earned First Team All-MAC honors and First Team NABC All-District 14 accolades. On this episode Mike & Xavier discuss Xavier's journey from growing up around the San Antonio Spurs to becoming associate head coach at VMI. He shares how embracing a role, setting aside ego, and becoming exceptional at a specific skill helped him on his professional basketball career as a player. Silas explains how he teaches shot efficiency with a simple “dollar” analogy and uses film, relationships, and high standards to help players improve. He also reflects on building Colorado Prep, recruiting for fit at VMI, and creating a coaching staff where assistants are trusted to lead and challenge ideas. Throughout the conversation, he emphasizes daily work, shared purpose, and helping players reach their potential. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @hoopheadspod for the latest updates on episodes, guests, and events from the Hoop Heads Pod. Make sure you're subscribed to the Hoop Heads Pod on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts and while you're there please leave us a 5 star rating and review.  Your ratings help your friends and coaching colleagues find the show. If you really love what you're hearing recommend the Hoop Heads Pod to someone and get them to join you as a part of Hoop Heads Nation. Grab your journal and a pen before you listen to this episode with Xavier Silas, Men's Basketball Associate Head Coach at Virginia Military Institute. Website - https://vmikeydets.com/sports/mens-basketball Email - silasx@vmi.edu Twitter/X - @xaviersilas Connect with the Hoop Heads Podcast on social media! Twitter/x - @hoopheadspod Instagram - @HoopHeadsPod YouTube – Hoop Heads Podcast Facebook – Hoop Heads Podcast Subscribe to the Hoop Heads Pod Newsletter - https://hoopheadspod.com/newsletter/ Website - https://hoopheadspod.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

David, Ryan, and Tim preview Georgia State football's matchup with Northern Illinois. Is NIU a trap game after the Panthers' loss at UCF, or should Georgia State roll? The guys make their score predictions and plan a Chicago themed tailgate, complete with sport peppers.Follow usWeb: http://stateofatlanta.comFacebook: http://facebook.com/STATEofAtlantaTwitter: http://twitter.com/STATEofAtlantaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@STATEofAtlantaSupport the showPatreon: http://patreon.com/STATEofAtlantaRock our swagMerch: http://merch.STATEofAtlanta.com

Northern Illinois at Georgia State by Tony T.NIU QB Taron Dickens: 56-of-78, 517 yards, 2 TD, 2 INT. RB Telly Johnson: 168 yards, 4.0 per carry. WR DeAree Rogers: 22 catches, 145 yards, 1 TD. Georgia State QB Cameran Brown: 61-of-90, 725 yards, 4 TD, 3 INT, plus 94 rush yards. RB Lanear McCrary Jr.: 227 yards, 6.0 per carry. WR Rodshaun Dorsey: 11 catches, 120 yards, 2 TD.

In this episode, Jason and Shelby Scheer review Arizona's win over Northern Illinois.

In this episode, Jason and Shelby Scheer preview Arizona's matchup against Northern Illinois

After a tough loss at BYU, the Arizona Wildcats are left to regroup heading into the rest of their non-conference schedule. What changes need to be made going forward? Justin Spears, UA football beat writer for the Arizona Daily Star, joins us with some in-depth analysis on the state of the football program. Plus, we make our predictions for Arizona vs. Northern Illinois and some of the weekend's biggest matchups - and we predict whether RJ Godfrey will ultimately suit up for Arizona men's basketball.

What version of Arizona football can people expect when the Wildcats host Northern Illinois on Saturday? The Star's Justin Spears and Michael Lev preview the Arizona-NIU game, Noah Fifita chasing history and the Wildcats bouncing back from their latest loss. Plus, another round of Big 12 Bonanza featuring Jordan Hamm from Sports360AZ. 

Devon Dawson finished up his college career as a MAC Champion and NCAA Qualifier at Northern Illinois. The Goddard High School grad also competed at Pratt Community College and North Dakota State University during his college days.

This week on the Business of Good, presented by BCU: Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association. Think about something as simple as signing your kid up for summer camp, a basketball league, swimming lessons, or an art class. For most families, you find the program, fill out the form, and show up. But for a child […]

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The crew opens the first live Washed Up Walk-Ons episode of the season with tech issues of course before getting into college football week-one reactions, including Iowa's 40–0 win over Northern Illinois, Big Ten oddities like Michigan's “de facto” loss to a MAC team and Michigan State's struggles, and chatter about possible Iowa blackout uniforms. They plug sponsors FanDuel, Tiger Hawk/Big Grove, and Game Day Men's Health. They discuss Iowa's improved quarterback floor but frustration with not naming a starter, praise a fast, swarming defense and special teams, and emphasize NIU was bad while shifting focus to a must-win Cy-Hawk rivalry game. The episode ends with Wards Winners-style betting picks and brief US Open tennis talk. If you love the show and want to show support, tell your friends! And, check out our exclusive content at Patreon.com/washedupwalkons where you can find extra podcast episodes, exclusive merchandise, Merch discounts with every tier, private Walkon discord channel access, and more! Find us on social media @washedupwalkons Visit TheWashedUpWalkons.com for all of our episodes, merchandise, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman break down everything surrounding Saturday night's Iowa vs. Iowa State showdown at Kinnick Stadium. The guys revisit Iowa's dominant 40-0 win over Northern Illinois and discuss what they actually learned from the Hawkeyes' opening game, including the ongoing quarterback battle between Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski. They also dive into: • Whether Iowa should continue rotating Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski • Iowa's dominant offensive line and Kamari Moulton's breakout performance • Tony Diaz's impressive Iowa debut • The emergence of Iowa's young defensive players • Jaylen Raynor and the biggest concerns surrounding Iowa State's offense • The matchup between Iowa's offensive line and Iowa State's defensive line • Why turnovers could decide the Cy-Hawk game • Iowa State's best path to an upset at Kinnick • The impact of Kinnick Stadium at night • Why Iowa's experience and chemistry could be a major advantage Chad and Scott also discuss Kirk Ferentz's "no self-imposed ceilings" message, the importance of Iowa's Big Ten schedule, the Michigan-Western Michigan replay controversy, and the biggest Week 2 games around the conference. Plus, the guys make their final Iowa vs. Iowa State score predictions. Can Iowa State make this another classic? Or will Iowa take control and win decisively at Kinnick? Subscribe to Iowa Everywhere for complete Iowa Hawkeyes and Big Ten coverage all season long! Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Gazette Iowa athletics beat writer Madison Hricik and Jack Knowlton of Southeast Iowa Union recap the Iowa's win over Northern Illinois and talk with Iowa State Gazette Correspondent Rob Gray about Saturday's Cy-Hawk game.The group talks about Jimmy Rogers' first game as Cyclone head coach, the ongoing Hawkeye quarterback battle and what to expect from Saturday night's matchup.This episode is hosted by Hricik and produced by Southeast Iowa Union Multimedia Content Creator Peter Kamp.

That's how you want to draw up an opening weekend game! Efficient offense, exciting defense, breakout stars, and even a new defensive alignment! What's it all mean? That's the challenge for the Hawkeye 4DT guys this week as they try and separate out the Iowa of it all from the Northern Illinois of it all. Regardless, business is about to pick up!! Hate Week is in full swing as Iowa hosts the new look Cyclones, who also had a dominant performance against an overmatched week one opponent, for a night game in Kinnick Stadium.  Hawkeye 4DT is weekly Iowa Hawkeyes matchup and team analysis. Brian & Zach break down opponent tendencies, scheme, personnel usage, and keys to the game—nothing else. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pocket and Casts. Connect: @Hawkeye4DT on X/Twitter & Facebook.  #HawkeyeFootball #GoHawks #Iowa #Hawkeyes #BigTen #B1G #4DTFootball #HawkeyeFootball #GoHawks #Iowa #Hawkeyes #BigTen #B1G #IowaStateFootball #4DTFootball #BeatIowaState

Bob and Jim welcome Sean Frazier, the athletic director at the Horizon League's newest member, Northern Illinois. They discuss NIU's compatibility with the conference, the transition to not only the Horizon League, but the Mountain West for football and PAC-12 for wrestling, and revenue in the current landscape in college athletics, among other things.

Fox Sports' lead College Football analyst Joel Klatt welcomes in Urban Meyer to discuss Michigan's miraculous finish over the weekend and break down whether Bryce Underwood and the Wolverines can bounce back quickly when Oklahoma comes to town this weekend. The two also preview the huge Top-5 matchup between #1 Ohio State and #4 Texas and discuss what to expect from Julian Sayin and Arch Manning in their 2nd meeting as opposing QBs. Klatt then reacts to the latest AP Top 25 poll and expresses his frustration with some particular choices made by the voters. He also discusses performances that caught his eye over the weekend including Alabama QB Keelon Russell's debut - what he liked about the Tide's performance and what issues may be lurking under the surface. He also discusses the complete 180 that Coach Prime and Colorado pulled off in their opener against Georgia Tech and how it has changed the potential for the Buffaloes this season. He also hits on why UCLA is showing some real similarities to 2024 Indiana and hits on who he thinks is the most clutch player in college football, Penn State, Iowa and more! 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 🏈0:00-2:00 Welcome into the Joel Klatt Show2:01-19:25 Urban Meyer interview19:26-23:05 Alabama's solid performance vs. ECU23:06-28:30 Ole Miss's thrilling win over Louisville28:31-30:27 Joel Klatt's reaction to the AP poll30:28-33:52 UCLA pulls away from Cal in 4th quarter to win 45-2433:53-36:28 Penn State rolls to shutout win over Marshall36:29-38:43 Colorado picks up road win over Georgia Tech38:44-42:52 Auburn beats Baylor 17-1642:53-44:15 Iowa shuts out Northern Illinois 40-0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gotta love these short weeks! It's already Hump Day!!! And, the NFL regular season kicks off tonight...which means it's time for our annual Pigskin Picks. Last year, Jean lost handily and had to FINALLY make the seafood paella she promised to cook for Brian many years ago, but this year...she's brought in a ringer! Tyler(who apparently works here) is going to be in studio most weeks to hopefully help Jean make better picks this season. In the news this morning, Lindsay Clancy's attorney asks President Trump for a pardon, a woman obsessed with the Clancy trial is accused of killing her own child, a bunch of valuable art is stolen from the Renoir Museum in France, In sports, the Brewers walk-off the Cubs in 10 innings last night, Baker Mayfield gets a new contract extension, LSU finalizes it's roster and does NOT add any former NFL players, and the NCAA issues some new guidance for the clocks during replays. We let you know what's on TV & streaming today/tonight and talked about South Park changing it's name to "South America" for the premiere of it's 29th season. Plus, Rock Star Games clarifies the fueling-up time in GTA 6, and the witch on the cover of Black Sabbath's debut album is now making A.I. music. Crazy video of a supermarket manager rushing into the street to save a child that was about to be hit by a vehicle after wandering off. Some middle school students in Montana rescued a woman who was trapped under a bridge, and check out this litter of TWELVE lab puppies that recently reunited with their parents for a first birthday party!!! It's "One Gotta Go Wednesday", and in honor of Adam Sandler's 60th Birthday, we were choosing between some of his most popular movies - The Waterboy. Happy Gilmore. Billy Madison. Or Big Daddy. Which one are YOU getting rid of???? We also ran our interview with Mark Vollelunga from Nothing More. They're coming to town next week with Atreyu & In This Moment for a big, outdoor show at Copeland Park & Events Center and if you don't have tickets, you can buy them here! Elsewhere in sports, a member of the Iowa marching band has passed away after collapsing on Saturday during the team's season opener against Northern Illinois, an update on Team USA at the women's FIBA championships, the Packers team up with Sargento to help feed the hungry, Bill Belichick makes some comments on the investigations going on at UNC, an Ole Miss fan goes super viral over the weekend and posts a hilarious recap of her DMs from creepers on the internet, and LIV Golf files for bankruptcy. And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a #FloridaMan who just got busted for a bunch of drugs, a couple that left their three young children at home alone so they could go play pickleball, a women's sports bar in Portland kicks customers out because of their shirts, a woman in California that used a company credit card to make $4 million worth of unauthorized purchases, and a #FloridaWoman who threw her own poop at her neighbor that she suspected was sleeping with her husband.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cy-Hawk Week is finally here, and Chris Williams is joined by Jeff Woody and Chad Leistikow to break down the biggest questions surrounding Iowa vs. Iowa State! Jeff Woody takes an in-depth look at Iowa State's first game under Jimmy Rogers, including the new defensive scheme, the Cyclones' aggressive defensive line, Jaylen Raynor, the wide receivers and tight ends, and the biggest concern on offense: an offensive line that is still trying to find the right combination. Chris and Jeff also dive into how Iowa State's new-look defense matches up with Tim Lester's Iowa offense, including Iowa's dominant rushing attack, the importance of penetration against Iowa's outside-zone scheme, and whether the Cyclones can create enough negative plays without giving up explosive runs. Then Chad Leistikow joins the show to break down Iowa's dominant 40-0 win over Northern Illinois, Kamari Moulton's breakout performance, Iowa's offensive line, Tony Diaz's impressive debut, and the ongoing quarterback battle between Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski. The guys also discuss Iowa State's potential to pressure Iowa, the importance of the first quarter, turnovers, special teams, Kinnick Stadium at night, and the pressure on both sides heading into the Cy-Hawk rivalry. Can Iowa State's defense keep this game close? Can Iowa's offense establish the run? And can the Cyclones take advantage of the mystery surrounding Iowa State's new-look offense? Subscribe to Iowa Everywhere for complete Iowa and Iowa State coverage all season long! Presented by Steeple Ridge Bourbon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new type of Labor Day telethon is underway in South Carolina.  Clemson fans are collecting their hard earned money to help raise the $57 million needed to buyout the contract of two-time national championship football coach Dabo Swinney. LSU virtually assured the end is near for 56-year old Coach Swinney after a 51-10 beatdown on national television Saturday night in Baton Rouge.  The Bayou Bengals spotted Clemson an early 3-0 lead after LSU was intercepted on the game’s first series. LSU then roared back to score 51 consecutive points to take a 51-3 lead in the fourth quarter.  The Louisiana Tigers registered 309 rushing yards to go with 335 passing yards while utilizing three different quarterbacks. Clemson could manage only 145 yards in total offense and a measly eight first downs in the game.  Most of those totals came in the fourth quarter. It was the worst loss of Coach Dabo Swinney’s 18+ year career at Clemson. The Clemson coach (for now) said afterwards, “The best thing about that game is that it’s over.” Yes, and so is your time at Clemson, coach.  This new telethon just hasn’t reached its goal – yet. The first game in the Lane Kiffin era at LSU was a rousing success LSU fans were confident that former Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin would be able to improve the team’s offense.  No one likely expected this amount of improvement, though. A school record 38 first downs were recorded during LSU’s 51-10 thrashing of Clemson in front of 102,000 rain-soaked Tigers fans in Baton Rouge. LSU’s transfer portal brigade of 44 new players led the way.  Former Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt passed for 230 yards and ran for another 113 on 13 carries as he accounted for three scores. Back-up quarterback Landen Clark (from FCS power Elon in Greensboro, NC) also looked sharp going 5-for-7 with another touchdown pass for LSU. It was Wisconsin transfer running back Dillin Jones who stole the show for LSU versus Clemson.  The former high school wrestler lowered his shoulders and bullied his way for 113 yards against what had been expected to be a tough Clemson defense. LSU’s 644 yards in total offense against a nationally-respected ACC team like Clemson opened a lot of eyes on Saturday night. The Tigers’ next opponent scored even more points – in just the first half! Is Louisiana Tech really that good (probably not) or was Northwestern State really that bad (yes) While LSU was thrashing Clemson, the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs scored a school record 63 points in the first half against long-time foe Northwestern State University in Ruston Saturday night. Exactly like Clemson did against LSU, Northwestern State took a 3-0 lead early in the first quarter against the Bulldogs. Louisiana Tech then reeled-off a school record 80 consecutive points to demolish their north Louisiana FCS rivals. Final score – Louisiana Tech 80, Northwestern State 6. The Demons from Natchitoches are now 0-2 after losing their home opener 42-37 to surprising NAIA member Louisiana Christian (Pineville) last weekend. Third-year head coach Blaine McCorkle came to Northwestern State with high hopes after he had turned-around the football program at Belhaven College in Mississippi. Coach McCorkle told the press after Saturday’s loss, “These games can get sideways on you in a hurry!” Indeed, Coach! His Demons football teams are now 1-25.  Coach Blaine McCorkle’s lone win came in 2025 as Northwestern State scored a 20-10 home victory last season against Alcorn State. Meanwhile, the Ruston-based Bulldogs travel to Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge to take on the LSU Tigers this Saturday.  Last year, Tech made LSU work hard to earn a 23-7 home win. With LSU scoring 51 points against Clemson and Louisiana Tech ringing-up 80 on Northwestern State, don’t expect another low scoring affair this Saturday in Baton Rouge. Nuts and bolts, nuts and bolts, Western Michigan got… NBC’s television cameras showed that the game clock was at 0:00 after Michigan’s last-gasp Hail Mary pass went incomplete against 27-point underdog Western Michigan.  The Broncos from the Mid-American Conference had just defeated #16 Michigan 12-7 in front of 107,000 stunned Wolverines fans in Ann Arbor Saturday afternoon! But wait! The referees huddled for a few minutes and told the stadium crowd and home television audience that there was one second left on the clock.  Michigan would get one more chance. A well conceived second heave-ho by Michigan’s vastly overpaid NIL quarterback Bryce Underwood landed in the hands of wide receiver JJ Buchanan for a 47-yard score in the game’s second “final” play. Afterwards, thousands of jubilant Michigan fans stormed the field to celebrate the home team’s unlikely 13-12 win. Western Michigan fans and a nationwide television audience were up in arms after watching the referees grant another chance to the Wolverines.  The refs claimed that the clock being kept on the field by the officials was different from what the stadium and home viewers were seeing. R-i-i-i-ght! Impressed by: Both #9 Ole Miss and #24 Louisville – The Rebels won last night’s 41-38 thriller on a last second field goal in Nashville.  These two teams looked very sharp – especially in the second half. We already knew that Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambiss was good.  It was Louisville’s Lincoln Keinholz who surprised a national television audience with 309 yards of passing and 69 yards rushing to account for three Cardinals’ touchdowns.  How about a rematch of these two teams in the playoffs! Pittsburgh – If you’re looking for an early Heisman Trophy surprise candidate, look no further than true sophomore quarterback Mason Heintschel of Pitt. The Panthers’ QB passed for seven (correct) touchdowns and 434 yards in Pitt’s season opening 59-14 trouncing of Miami (Ohio).  Watch out, ACC! Virginia – The University of Virginia has one of the most experienced and oldest college rosters in the country.  This group of “senior” citizens from Charlottesville opened the season with a 34-8 rout of ACC rival North Carolina State a week ago.  Virginia’s Wahoos play an incredibly easy schedule in 2026.  It includes just only one current Top 25 team (at #19 SMU on October 17).  Did someone say “Playoffs?” Tarleton State – This fast-rising FCS school located southwest of Fort Worth, Texas improved to 2-0 after beating FBS Mid-American conference member Bowling Green 20-13 in Kentucky Saturday. How ’bout those Texans?!! U-Mass – The Minutemen have been one of the worst major college football teams for more than a decade.  U-Mass had just 18 wins against 94 losses over the past ten football seasons.  On Thursday night, the University of Massachusetts went to New Jersey and defeated Big Ten member Rutgers 37-21 as Scarlet Knights fans sat in stunned silence. Too early to tell: Season-opening cupcakes are fattening and don’t sharpen your squads for the games ahead. Let’s give a rain check to the following teams until they actually play a worthy opponent: #1 Ohio State 56, Ball State 3 #3 Georgia 63, Tennessee State 3 #5 Texas 59, Texas State 7 #6 Indiana 52, North Texas 16 #7 Miami 45, Stanford 6 #8 Texas A&M 50, Missouri State 0 #10 Oklahoma 51, UTEP 0 #12 Texas Tech 33, Abilene Christian 10 #13 Alabama 48, East Carolina 10 #14 BYU 63, Utah Tech 7 #18 Penn State 45, Marshall 0 #20 Tennessee 56, Furman 9 #21 Utah 66, Idaho 14 #22 Iowa 40, Northern Illinois 0 #25 Missouri 54, Arkansas-Pine Bluff 14 Not impressed by: #2 Oregon – The Ducks were tied with unranked Boise State 27-27 midway through the final quarter at home Saturday afternoon. A late touchdown pass gave Oregon a 34-27 lead. It took a final defensive stand to end Boise State’s upset bid and keep Oregon from being embarrassed on national television.  Oregon’s #2 ranking should drop. #4 Notre Dame – The halftime score of Sunday night’s game in Green Bay was “Notre Dame 13, Wisconsin 10.”  That’s when the Fighting Irish woke up in the second half to score 28 more points in a 41-13 win.  Notre Dame does not have the same talent as last year’s team.  However, the Irish do have a lightweight schedule which will keep this team as a likely playoff contender.  America’s most over-hyped team was not impressive in Week #1. #16 Michigan – We have already covered that lucky win over Western Michigan.  Forget the playoffs, Wolverines fans. Your team may be fortunate just to finish 7-5. Auburn – The “other” SEC Tigers got a break when Baylor went for a two-point conversion in the closing seconds. The Bears were stopped inches short of the goal line and a possible winning conversion.  Auburn took this 17-16 “Siesta Bowl” victory in one of the most boring televised games in recent memory.  Baylor is no slouch, but Auburn’s offense still stinks. Relieved by: LSU – Coach Lane Kiffin did not place his former NFL preseason football players onto Saturday night’s roster against Clemson.  That was a wise move and left a lot of legal options open. LSU will travel to Kiffin’s former employer at Ole Miss in two weeks.  Free idea – the most hated coach in the state of Mississippi might want to consider coaching his new team from the press box (behind some well-tested safety glass) for that game in Oxford. Oh, no!  Here we go again… Oklahoma State – The Cowboys fired longtime football coach Mike Gundy and finished 1-11 in 2025. The Pokes then hired rising young football coach Eric Morris from North Texas.  Coach Morris brought a truckload of his former Mean Green football players along with him to Stillwater.  Alas, his orange-clad Cowboys were trounced 24-10 on the road by Tulsa Saturday. This week, #2 ranked Oregon (which beat Okie State 69-3 last year) is coming to Stillwater.  Uh-oh. Charlotte – The 49ers have been a bad college football team for years.  The team formerly known as UNC-Charlotte has posted just one winning season (2019) in the past 13 years. Their Week #1 home game saw FCS member The Citadel take a 43-41 triple overtime win over the home 49ers.  It’s going to be another long season in Charlotte. UL-Monroe – I wanted to believe that this year’s Warhawks might be able to break the school’s 13-year streak of not having a winning football season. Alas, ULM is already 0-1 after losing 62-13 at Mississippi State on Saturday.  The Warhawks’ defense (?) gave up a calculator-busting 762 yards as the Bulldogs racked-up 35 first downs.  ULM placekicker Abram Murray (from C. E. Byrd High School in Shreveport) kicked a 52-yard field goal and 40-yarder to give ULM a ray of hope should this team play in a close game later in the season.    This was a fun first week of the college football season.  I can’t wait for Week #2! The post College Football Week 1 – Pass the Hat for Dabo Swinney appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.

In a Sunday night Week 1 recap streamed to YouTube/Facebook/X, we recap Iowa's 40-0 win over Northern Illinois, noting the team handled an inferior opponent decisively and surpassed 500 yards of offense for the first time since 2019. We discuss the ongoing QB competition between Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski, leaning toward naming Brown the starter soon, and highlights standout performances from Kamari Moulton and receivers Tony Diaz and DJV. Defensively, Iowa dominated with swarming pursuit, a Lee interception, and six sacks, though NIU offered limited tests. Special teams are a mixed bag with early PAT/FG issues from Caden Burr but strong punting, coverage, and a punt-return TD by Evan James. The episode closes with Cy-Hawk week plans and sponsor mentions. If you love the show and want to show support, tell your friends! And, check out our exclusive content at Patreon.com/washedupwalkons where you can find extra podcast episodes, exclusive merchandise, Merch discounts with every tier, private Walkon discord channel access, and more! Find us on social media @washedupwalkons Visit TheWashedUpWalkons.com for all of our episodes, merchandise, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cy-Hawk Week is officially here! Keith Murphy and Andy Fale break down Iowa and Iowa State's Week 1 wins before looking ahead to the biggest game in the state. Iowa dominated Northern Illinois 40-0 behind Hank Brown, Kamari Moulton, Tony Diaz, and a suffocating defense, while Iowa State opened the Jimmy Rogers era with a 38-10 win over SEMO. The guys discuss what they learned from both teams, the Iowa quarterback battle between Hank Brown and Jeremy Heklinski, Iowa State's new-look defense and offensive line, and what to expect when the Hawkeyes and Cyclones meet Saturday in Iowa City. Plus, Murph & Andy react to Michigan's bizarre two-Hail-Mary win over Western Michigan, debate the Big Ten's clock controversy, revisit some legendary Cy-Hawk memories, discuss whether Kirk Ferentz or Jimmy Rogers has more pressure to win, and reveal the results of the Cy-Hawk Week poll. Also: Lane Kiffin's big LSU win, Sam Leavitt's outrageous pregame routine, Buc-ee's coming to Iowa, Instant Iowa and Instant Iowa State, and another classic What's Bugging Andy. It's a full Monday of Iowa sports, college football, and Cy-Hawk Week on Murph & Andy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cy-Hawk Week is here, and Two Guys is breaking down everything you need to know before Iowa and Iowa State meet in Iowa City! Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to both teams' Week 1 victories, including Iowa's 40-0 shutout of Northern Illinois and Iowa State's 38-10 win over SEMO to begin the Jimmy Rogers era. The biggest question for Iowa is still at quarterback. Hank Brown or Jeremy Hecklinski? The guys break down Brown's impressive opening game, Heklinski's performance, Kirk Ferentz's decision to keep the position listed as an "or," and what the quarterback rotation could look like against Iowa State. For the Cyclones, the guys discuss Jaylen Raynor, Benny Ngoyi's incredible interception, Aiden Flora, Iowa State's new-look defense, and the biggest concern heading into Kinnick Stadium: the offensive line. Plus, the Big Ten had a rough opening weekend. Michigan needed TWO Hail Marys to survive Western Michigan, Washington struggled, and Oregon barely escaped Boise State. The guys also discuss Bryce Underwood's disappointing debut, Lane Kiffin's dominant win over Clemson, conference pride, and their brutal Week 1 college football picks. And, of course, the guys make their early Cy-Hawk predictions before the biggest game of the week. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Subscribe to Iowa Everywhere for complete Iowa and Iowa State coverage all season long! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Register's Chad Leistikow and Tyler Tachman bring you a Labor Day podcast to dig deeper in Iowa football's Week 1 win over Northern Illinois and discuss quarterback play and what we think will and should happen against Iowa State.

The Hawkeyes are 1-0 after a dominant 40-0 shutout of Northern Illinois, and Laura and Matt break down everything that stood out from the season opener. From Iowa's quarterback play and an explosive rushing attack to a defense that barely gave NIU room to breathe, there was plenty to like in Week 1.Then Iowa quarterback Hank Brown joins the show for a conversation about his journey from Illinois to Nashville, playing for Trent Dilfer, his time at Auburn, entering the transfer portal, and ultimately becoming a Hawkeye. Hank opens up about competing for the quarterback job, handling adversity, growing as a leader, his faith, and what he's learned from the highs and lows of playing quarterback at the college level.Finally, it's Cy-Hawk week. Laura and Matt preview Iowa vs. Iowa State under the lights at Kinnick Stadium, break down a very different Cyclone team, and look at the biggest questions facing the Hawkeyes as they prepare for their first major test of the season.

Eliot Clough and David Eickholt share their thoughts on Iowa's 40-0 drubbing of Northern Illinois after their respective rewatches. Hank Brown vs. Jeremy Hecklinski, the dominance of the offensive line, Cam Buffington flashes greatness, taking things with a grain of salt because of the opponent, + more.(0:00) Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski (1:39) Kamari Moulton and the offensive line (8:35) Tony Diaz shines (18:21) Depth Chart Released (21:05) Reece Vander Zee as the top punt returner (22:00) Flipping to Defense (24:35) LJ Phillips suffers high ankle sprain (29:40) Defensive line and Defensive back performance (32:27) Special teams (36:51)

  What happens when your greatest strength in Law Enforcement isn't force, but the power of conversation? Retired Police Officer, SWAT Team Member, and veteran crisis negotiator Patty McConnell joins The Crisis Cop, Pat Doering, to reflect on her decades-long journey breaking barriers and saving lives across Northern Illinois. Patty's unique path - from the only woman on her department to a central figure training the next generation - reveals how empathy, curiosity, and active listening are true superpowers at the heart of crisis negotiation. Ready to discover why the right words can be mightier than any weapon, and how understanding and human connection can change - maybe even save - a life? It's all here in this episode of The Crisis Cop Podcast. Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share this episode of The Crisis Cop Podcast on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network via WhatCopsWatch.Com…   The Crisis Cop Podcast Podcast Links Bar:  Connect with The Host!     Subscribe to This Podcast Now! Click Here for More Ways to Subscribe and Listen to this Podcast!   Rate this podcast on Apple Podcasts. The Ultimate success for every podcaster is FEEDBACK! Not an Apple Podcasts user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network! This program is one of the many parts of The WhatCopsWatch.Com effort. Check out more great law enforcement-based content now!     The Light Bulb Moments for This Episode of The Crisis Cop Podcast: 1. Curiosity is the Cornerstone of Effective Negotiation The discussion explored the idea that curiosity, rather than judgment, is a fundamental trait for successful crisis negotiators. The conversation highlighted that by being genuinely interested in understanding why a person is in crisis—whether due to criminal behavior or suicidal ideation—negotiators can foster real conversations that drive connection and progress. This shift from a judgmental mindset, essential on patrol for officer safety, to a curious one during negotiations is a critical and often challenging transition for police officers entering this specialized discipline 14:03. 2. Active Listening Trumps "Silver Tongue" One concept discussed was the misconception that the best negotiators are those who are great talkers with a "silver tongue." Instead, active listening emerged as a key theme, with several points raised about the importance of emotion labeling and the power of silence or effective pauses. These tools help people in crisis feel heard and understood—sometimes enabling them to express emotions or details they've never verbalized before. The conversation emphasized that truly listening, rather than focusing on what to say, often unlocks the best results in high-stakes situations 21:11. 3. Resilience and Debriefing Combat Cumulative Trauma A key theme that emerged was that negotiators and first responders must recognize and address cumulative trauma. The discussion highlighted the phenomenon of secondary traumatic stress—where hearing and witnessing repeated traumatic stories impacts responders' mental health—and the necessity of psychological resilience. Debriefings, peer support, and an evolving cultural openness toward mental health in policing were discussed as vital tools for well-being. Understanding this dynamic is crucial for law enforcement leaders and practitioners alike in sustaining long-term effectiveness and personal health 54:02.   Two Great Ways to Take In This Episode of The Crisis Cop Podcast: We are proud to provide you both a dedicated AUDIO and VIDEO presentation for this program! To Listen Now: Hit the play button in the player on this page or hit the Subscribe button on your favorite Podcast Directory to instantly get these episodes when they release! To Watch Now: Visit this program on YouTube, or hit the window located below to see the hosts, guests and light bulb moments that make this program special! https://youtu.be/8mF1yGLz_6Q   The Detailed Shownotes for This Episode of The Crisis Cop Podcast: Looking for the detailed links, information and references used inside this episode? Read on below to find them all and remember to reach out to ask if there's something else you'd like to see from this episode!   Timestamps for This Episode of The Crisis Cop Podcast: 00:00 Feeling like Benjamin Button 10:01 The influence of Harvey Schlossberg 13:04 Encouraging students to speak naturally 17:33 Negotiation mindset shift 24:44 Using silence in interrogation 31:15 Handling sensitive third-party situations 35:10 Join Two Guys Talking: Be a Reviewer 41:07 Comforting a distraught friend 49:34 Night shift stakeout experience 52:56 Psychological resilience in SWAT teams 59:37 Supporting teammates and recognizing trauma 01:06:57 Advice for aspiring law enforcement officers 01:08:09 Practicing crisis communication skills 01:13:48 Misconceptions about negotiation tactics 01:19:33 Podcast closing and call to action   Questions Answered Inside This Episode of The Crisis Cop Podcast: The conversation focused on the evolution of career paths in law enforcement, especially for women in the late 1970s. What challenges and opportunities were discussed regarding being one of the few women in policing at that time? One concept discussed was the dual-track nature of police work: investigative versus tactical (SWAT/negotiations). How did these different tracks shape professional development and skill sets? A key theme that emerged was the importance of curiosity and genuine interest in others for effective negotiations. How can cultivating curiosity improve outcomes in high-stress crisis situations? The discussion explored the process of transitioning from street patrol to becoming a crisis negotiator. What fears and misconceptions did new negotiators tend to have, and how were these addressed? Several points were raised, including the idea that being a good negotiator is more about listening than talking. What active listening skills were highlighted, and how can they be applied both in law enforcement and everyday life? The episode described a critical incident where assumptions about an individual's concerns (e.g., fear of more medical bills) affected negotiation tactics. How can law enforcement better gather and utilize intelligence to avoid missteps? One concept discussed was the use of emotion labeling and effective pauses as negotiation techniques. Why are these approaches particularly effective in crisis negotiation scenarios? A key theme that emerged was the impact of cumulative trauma and the need for psychological resilience in policing. What strategies were suggested for managing trauma and stress both individually and organizationally? The discussion explored the “triad of command” model during critical incidents. How does integrating incident, tactical, and negotiations leadership improve decision-making and outcomes? Several points were raised about advice for future negotiators, including pursuing diverse education and practicing skills outside traditional law enforcement roles. What benefits are associated with broadening one's background, and how can prospective negotiators prepare for the unique demands of the field?   Links from this Episode: -- The People Mentioned: Harvey Schlossberg - Be Sure toCheck Out Harvey's Wife's Episode of The Crisis Cop! Wikipedia – Harvey Schlossberg Gary McDougall - Be Sure to Check Out Gary's Episode of The Crisis Cop! LinkedIn – Gary McDougall (Former Calgary Police, crisis negotiations instructor and speaker.) Kevin Briggs Wikipedia – Kevin Briggs (Known as "The Guardian of the Golden Gate Bridge" for his suicide prevention work.) Gary Noesner - Be Sure to Check Out Gary's Episode of The Crisis Cop! Gary Noesner Official Website (Retired FBI negotiator, author of "Stalling for Time") Harry Drucker Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Bio (Public information officer, often cited for negotiation expertise.) Deb McMahon LinkedIn – Deb McMahon (Crisis negotiation trainer and speaker.) Joni Birkenheier LinkedIn – Joni Birkenheier (Law enforcement negotiations team leader in Illinois.) Mike Vohling Reference: Law enforcement professional in Illinois (limited public information) (Mentioned as a negotiator and team leader with NIPAS.) Waymond Mullins Amazon – Books by Waymond C. Mullins (Author of "Crisis Negotiations: Managing Critical Incidents and Hostage Situations in Law Enforcement and Corrections") Michael McMahan Amazon – Crisis Negotiations: Managing Critical Incidents and Hostage Situations in Law Enforcement and Corrections (Co-author on premier negotiations textbook) Robert Cialdini Official Website – Robert Cialdini (Author of "Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion") Chris Voss Official Website – Chris Voss (Former FBI negotiator, author of "Never Split the Difference") Malcolm Gladwell Official Website – Malcolm Gladwell (Author of "Talking to Strangers" and other bestselling books) Bessel van der Kolk Official Website – Bessel van der Kolk, M.D. (Author of "The Body Keeps the Score") -- The Books & Authors Mentioned: The Psychology of Persuasion by Robert Cialdini Talking to Strangers by Malcolm Gladwell The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk Crisis Negotiation: Managing Critical Incidents and Hostage Situations in Law Enforcement and Corrections by Michael McMains -- Get All of Pat's Books on Amazon Now!: Crisis Cops: The Evolution of Crisis Negotiation in America Crisis Cop 2: More Stories from the Front Lines of Crisis Negotiation

The Sunday Hurry-Up makes its triumphant return. Rodger Sherman is again in the hot seat with Richard Johnson to break down a Week 1 that was anything but boring. We go through as many games as are fit to print (or podcast about).* Michigan 13, Western Michigan 12* Oregon 34, Boise State 27* Ohio State 56, Ball State 3* Indiana 52, North Texas 16* USC 39, Fresno 0* Penn State 45, Marshall 0* Iowa 40, Northern Illinois 0* Illinois 42, UAB 23* Michigan State 30, Toledo 20* Nebraska 49, Ohio 21* Northwestern 34, South Dakota State 18* UMass 37, Rutgers 21* LSU 51, Clemson 10* Auburn 17, Baylor 16* Oklahoma 51, UTEP 0* South Carolina 57, Kent State 0* Alabama 48, ECU 10* Florida 66, FAU 21* Vanderbilt 28, Austin Peay 9* Georgia 63 vs Tennessee State 3* Texas Tech 33, Abilene Christian 10* Houston 33, Oregon State 20* Cincinnati 34, Boston College 15* West Virginia 31, Coastal Carolina 24* Miami 45, Stanford 6* UCLA 45, Cal 24* Duke 17, Tulane 3* Colorado 14, Georgia Tech 13* Pitt 59 vs Miami (OH) 14* Wake Forest 38, Akron 16* The Citadel 43, Charlotte 41 (3OT)* Memphis 42, Arkansas State 24* USF 19, FIU 9* Temple 38, Rhode Island 14* Tulsa 24, Oklahoma State 10* UNLV 21, Hawaii 6* Nevada 49, Western Kentucky 14* New Mexico 38, Central Michigan 7* North Dakota State 38, Fordham 0* Tarleton State 20, Bowling Green 13* Buffalo 21, UAlbany 17* San Jose State 27, Eastern Michigan 21* Sacramento State 52, Mississippi Valley State 0* James Madison 20, Liberty 13* Louisiana Tech 80, Northwestern State 6* Troy 24, Sam Houston 21* Colorado State 35, Wyoming 13* Idaho State 29, Utah State 17Yeah, we went big for Week 1.Producer: Anthony VitoTHANKS TO OUR PARTNERS* 10% off a set of Nokian Tyres with code SPLITZONEDUO at: https://www.tires-easy.com/brands/nokian-tires* Shop for college sports apparel at Homefield This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.splitzoneduo.com/subscribe

Iowa football is 1-0 after a dominant 40-0 shutout of Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium, and Chris Hassel has plenty to talk about on the first Instant Iowa of the 2026 season. Hank Brown gets the biggest spotlight after starting the game and looking calm, poised, and efficient, while Jeremy Hecklinski struggled to match him. Does Brown deserve a bigger share of the quarterback reps heading into the Cy-Hawk game? Hassel also breaks down: • Kamari Moulton's breakout 183-yard, two-touchdown performance • Tony Diaz making an immediate impact in his Iowa debut • Iowa's dominant defensive performance and pass rush • Evan James emerging as Iowa's new punt return weapon • The biggest questions heading into Iowa vs. Iowa State Iowa is 1-0, the defense recorded a shutout, and the Hawkeyes rolled up more than 500 yards of offense. Now the real test arrives in Iowa City. Subscribe to Iowa Everywhere for more Iowa football reaction, analysis, and Cy-Hawk coverage throughout the 2026 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Register's Chad Leistikow and Tyler Tachman have lots to discuss after a 40-0 Hawkeye shutout of Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium, including a 500-yard day of offense, breakouts from Tony Diaz and Kamari Moulton and a shutout from the defense, which got a lot of guys some playing time.

Eliot Clough, Sean Bock and David Eickholt went live following the Hawkeyes' big win over Northern Illinois to start the year. Discussing Hank Brown vs. Jeremy Hecklinski and the performance of each, if there is anything to take away on the defensive side of the ball, misses on kicks and special teams concerns, plus more. Immediate Takeaways (00:00) Sean Joins / Thoughts on Quarterback (9:00) The run game, health (14:05) Special Teams and missed kicks (15:45) Thoughts on Defense (24:25) Goal Line Issues (26:10) How the Hawkeyes Should Operate Going forward at Quarterback (28:40)

Iowa football opened the season with a dominant win over Northern Illinois! Tyler and Collin break down the Hawkeyes' performance, share their biggest takeaways, and discuss what still needs improvement. Then it's time to turn the page to rivalry week as Iowa prepares for next weekend's highly anticipated Cy-Hawk showdown against Iowa State.

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Football Friday has arrived, and Iowa and Iowa State are finally ready to kick off their seasons! Murph & Andy get ready for opening weekend as the Hawkeyes host Northern Illinois and the Cyclones take on Southeast Missouri State. The guys make their Week 1 predictions, including whether Iowa State can win by 40+, whether Iowa can score 50 points and whether Hank Brown can outplay Jeremy Hecklinski. They also discuss the latest college football headlines, including UMass' shocking upset of Rutgers, Colorado's wild finish against Georgia Tech, LSU's ongoing roster drama and more ahead of Week 1. Plus, Team USA dominates China at the World Cup, Caitlin Clark makes an impact off the bench, Cathy Engelbert announces her retirement plans, Scott School returns with a Nebraska season prediction, and the guys tackle another edition of Unnecessary Censorship, Throwdowns, What's Bugging You, the Weekend Radar, and MORE! Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Drive continues its Illinois football postgame coverage with Brian Teague from Chicago State of Mind Sports, who dives into the X's and O's of Illinois' 42-23 victory over UAB. What worked for the Illini, what needs to improve, and what can we learn from the season opener? Then it's time for Etched In Stone Picks, as the guys make their selections for some of the biggest games of College Football Week 1, including several marquee matchups across the country. The Week 1 slate features games such as Boise State at Oregon, Clemson at LSU, Northern Illinois at Iowa, and Marshall at Penn State. And, as always, we wrap up the week with Friday Toasts — raising a glass to the people, teams, moments and happenings that deserve some recognition. Topics include: Brian Teague's X's and O's breakdown of Illinois vs. UAB What Illinois did well offensively Defensive concerns and areas for improvement Katin Houser and the Illini passing game Illinois' explosive-play ability What the UAB game tells us about the Illini moving forward Etched In Stone Picks for College Football Week 1 Biggest games and potential upsets to watch Friday Toasts

We are finally are at game week #1! But before the guys could talk about the upcoming tilt against the Mountain West's Northern Illinois Huskies, there were some final preseason topics to address, including Monday's two-deep, the guys' W – L season prediction, and the ever-coveted Hawkeye 4DT Preseason Awards! Oh, and the guys talk about the QB position (of course). Hawkeye 4DT is a weekly Iowa Hawkeyes matchup and team analysis. Brian & Zach break down opponent tendencies, scheme, personnel usage, and keys to the game—nothing else. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pocket and Casts. Connect: @Hawkeye4DT on X/Twitter & Facebook.  #HawkeyeFootball #GoHawks #Iowa #Hawkeyes #BigTen #B1G #4DTFootball

Iowa football game week is finally here! Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman get ready for the Hawkeyes' Week 1 matchup against Northern Illinois, breaking down the biggest questions surrounding Iowa as the 2026 season begins. The guys discuss the Iowa quarterback situation, what they're watching for from the Hawkeyes in the opener, and what could tell us about this Iowa team early in the season. They also look at Iowa's expectations entering the year and how the Hawkeyes fit into a wide-open Big Ten race. Plus, Chad and Scott continue their Big Ten season predictions, diving into win totals across the league. Legends & Listeners presented by GameDay Men's Health. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iowa football's opening weekend brings a celebration of Hawkeye tradition and a look ahead to the 2026 season. Gary Dolphin catches up with Iowa's all-time leading rusher Sedrick Shaw as he prepares to take his place in the Iowa Athletics Hall of Fame. Plus, offensive line coach George Barnett previews a retooled Hawkeye front and discusses the importance of building chemistry up front as Iowa prepares to open the season against Northern Illinois.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Eliot Clough and David Eickholt break down how the matchup vs. the Huskies (along with the quarterback competition between Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski) could go right and wrong on Saturday in Kinnick Stadium.(00:00)The state of the Northern Illinois Program (2:00)Worse Case Scenario - Quarterback (13:30)Worst Case Scenario - Wide Receiver (21:05)Worst Case Scenario - Defense (26:05)Best Case Scenario - Quarterback (34:19)Best Case Scenario - Wide Receiver (46:11)Best Case Scenario - Defense (48:25)What We Think Happens - (53:45)

The September 3, 2026, broadcast of the *Closing Market Report*, hosted by Todd Gleason, covers commodity price movements, farm financial projections, federal data initiatives, and severe weather patterns affecting agriculture. Matt Bennett of AgMarket.net analyzes the day's market dynamics, highlighting how grain futures rebounded from early-session lows as speculative buying met profit-taking ahead of the three-day holiday weekend, while noting that late-season heat is rapidly advancing crop drydown without heavily damaging early-planted corn. Looking ahead to 2026 and 2027 budgets, University of Illinois agricultural economist Nick Paulson reports that while higher corn and soybean prices are driving positive projected net returns in Central and Northern Illinois, rising input costs—especially for fertilizer and fuel tied to Middle Eastern geopolitical conflict—continue to keep overall margins below long-term historical averages of $100 per acre. From the Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa, USDA Under Secretary Scott Hutchins details the agency's four-pillar data modernization initiative aimed at reducing survey burdens on farmers, utilizing satellite and NASA geospatial imagery for yield forecasts, eliminating cross-agency redundancy through AI and advanced analytics, and improving reporting transparency. Concluding the report, meteorologist Mike Tannura of Tstorm Weather warns of historic late-season heat running 8 to 10 degrees above normal across the U.S. Corn Belt, while pointing to an exceptionally strong El Niño pattern that is bringing unseasonable early rains to central Brazil and heavy precipitation to southern South American grain belts.01:50 Ag Markets with Matt Bennett, AgMarket.net07:12 farmodc 2027 Corn and Soybean Returns13:48 USDA Announces Data Modernization Plan16:22 Ag Weather with Mike Tannura, Tstorm Weather ★ Support this podcast ★

The Register's Chad Leistikow and Tyler Tachman get you primed for the Hawkeyes' long-awaited season opener vs. Northern Illinois with our game-preview show, which follows our annual format. First, big-picture topics, including the tea leaves on Kirk Ferentz's quarterback comments Tuesday and whether 9-3 would constitute a successful season. Second, our "Five Big Questions" segment helps preview the Hawkeyes' opponent and other interesting topics surrounding the game. Score predictions and rationale cap our 52-minute show.

Tyler Tachman of the Des Moines Register spoke with NIU interim head coach Rob Harley to preview Iowa’s 2026 season-opener

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We kick off this episode of the show discussing the emotional shift into “game week mode,” NIL money making college feel more professional, and a long detour into parenting (kids' “zoomies,” sharing cookies, and hiding ice cream to protect bedtime). They rave about how fun high school football is after attending an Ankeny vs. Waukee Northwest game, joke about betting lines, and note Iowa as a 31.5-point favorite with a 45.5 over/under on FanDuel. They share optimism about Iowa's offensive weapons but emphasize winning the line of scrimmage, finding a true starting quarterback, and playing clean, detailed football vs. Northern Illinois. They preview the season-defining Michigan/Ohio State/Washington stretch, react to a teased Hawkeye “Darkness Belongs to the Hunter” reveal, run through NFL roster/cut news for former Hawkeyes, and mention upcoming Fry Fest and Patreon perks. And- what can we really learn from this week 1 game? Who are we most excited to watch play for the Hawks this year? If you love the show and want to show support, tell your friends! And, check out our exclusive content at Patreon.com/washedupwalkons where you can find extra podcast episodes, exclusive merchandise, Merch discounts with every tier, private Walkon discord channel access, and more! Find us on social media @washedupwalkons Visit TheWashedUpWalkons.com for all of our episodes, merchandise, and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Talkin' Hawks is back for the 2026 Iowa Football season! Matt and Laura VandeBerg break down the biggest storylines surrounding the Hawkeyes as they prepare to return to Kinnick Stadium, including the questions facing the offense, the expectations surrounding this year's team and what Iowa needs to establish in its season opener.Then, Iowa running back Kamari Moulton joins the show for an in-depth conversation about his journey to Iowa, how he has developed throughout his Hawkeye career and the mindset he is bringing into the new season. Kamari discusses the competition and depth inside the running back room, becoming a leader for the Hawkeyes and what he believes Iowa's offense can accomplish in 2026.Matt and Laura close the episode by previewing Iowa's matchup with Northern Illinois, breaking down the biggest keys to the game and giving their predictions for the season opener. Subscribe to Talkin' Hawks for weekly Iowa Hawkeyes recaps, player interviews, opponent previews and predictions throughout the 2026 season.#IowaHawkeyes #IowaFootball #KamariMoulton #CollegeFootball #BigTen #TalkinHawks

Blue Sea, Black Gold, Red Banner: The South Caucasus and Scandinavia, 1880s–1920s (Northern Illinois University Press, 2026) tells the story of the historical connections between two geographically distant and culturally distinct regions on the edges of Europe: Scandinavia and the South Caucasus. From the late nineteenth century, maritime trade fostered new commercial links and consular relations. Scandinavian merchants, particularly in Batumi and Baku, played key roles. The discovery of oil along the Caspian Sea shores attracted Scandinavian entrepreneurs, notably the Swedish Nobel family, helping to develop Baku into a booming industrial hub. Tom Trier focuses on the years of upheaval surrounding World War I and the collapse of the Russian Empire, when Georgia—along with Armenia and Azerbaijan—briefly emerged as an independent republic. The four-decade relationship ended abruptly during the Bolshevik Red Army's invasion of the South Caucasus from 1920 to 1921. Drawing on both Scandinavian and Georgian perspectives, Blue Sea, Black Gold, Red Banner examines how Nordic merchants, consuls, and diplomats navigated the shifting political landscape and how Georgia's social democratic leadership looked to neutral Scandinavia as a gateway to broader European political, diplomatic, and economic engagement. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Blue Sea, Black Gold, Red Banner: The South Caucasus and Scandinavia, 1880s–1920s (Northern Illinois University Press, 2026) tells the story of the historical connections between two geographically distant and culturally distinct regions on the edges of Europe: Scandinavia and the South Caucasus. From the late nineteenth century, maritime trade fostered new commercial links and consular relations. Scandinavian merchants, particularly in Batumi and Baku, played key roles. The discovery of oil along the Caspian Sea shores attracted Scandinavian entrepreneurs, notably the Swedish Nobel family, helping to develop Baku into a booming industrial hub. Tom Trier focuses on the years of upheaval surrounding World War I and the collapse of the Russian Empire, when Georgia—along with Armenia and Azerbaijan—briefly emerged as an independent republic. The four-decade relationship ended abruptly during the Bolshevik Red Army's invasion of the South Caucasus from 1920 to 1921. Drawing on both Scandinavian and Georgian perspectives, Blue Sea, Black Gold, Red Banner examines how Nordic merchants, consuls, and diplomats navigated the shifting political landscape and how Georgia's social democratic leadership looked to neutral Scandinavia as a gateway to broader European political, diplomatic, and economic engagement. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/russian-studies

How many games will Iowa football win in 2026? Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman go game by game through the Hawkeyes' entire 2026 schedule, predicting the outcome of every matchup and revealing where they expect Iowa to finish in the Big Ten. The guys break down Northern Illinois, Iowa State, Northern Iowa, Michigan, Ohio State, Washington, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Northwestern, Purdue, Illinois, and Nebraska, identifying Iowa's biggest challenges, potential upset opportunities, and the games the Hawkeyes absolutely need to win. How will they fare in a brutal stretch against Michigan, Ohio State, and Washington? They also discuss how the quarterback battle between Jeremy Hecklinski and Hank Brown, Iowa's defense, offensive line, and overall roster could affect those game-by-game predictions - and whether Iowa has a realistic path to a double-digit-win season and the College Football Playoff. Legends & Listeners presented by GameDay Men's Health. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Iowa turns its attention to the season opener against Northern Illinois, Gary Dolphin takes a look at a Hawkeye roster filled with new faces and new opportunities. Hear from quarterbacks Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski, along with defensive leaders Seth Wallace, Jayden Montgomery, Cam Buffington, Preston Ries and LandynVan Kekerix as Iowa prepares for the 2026 season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hello! This episode is free for everyone, but to get our full catalog of shows this season and beyond, we'd love it if you became a paid subscriber. Paid subscribers (there are thousands of them!) get about twice as many episodes from us during the season, as well as Q&A and chat opportunities and other perks as they come to our minds. Thanks so much. The Mountain West looks very new in 2026. The guts of the league left for the Pac-12, and then the MWC brought in reinforcements. North Dakota State brings FCS' greatest dynasty up a level. NIU is here from the MAC, and UTEP comes aboard from Conference USA. Richard and Alex have a rose, bud, and thorn for all 10 teams:- 4:35: New Mexico- 8:17: UNLV- 14:29: Hawaii- 19:48: Air Force- 23:35: Nevada- 26:56: Wyoming- 32:04: San José State- 37:19: Northern Illinois- 44:29: UTEP- 46:57: North Dakota State- 51:53: Preseason honorsProducer: Anthony Vito This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.splitzoneduo.com/subscribe