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Eliot, Adam and Ross breakdown the #Hawkeyes last-second loss to the #Cyclones in the 2024 CyHawk game. #Iowa's offense is to blame yet again, Cade McNamara's play through the final three quarters did them in, Kaleb Johnson was great, so why go away from him?, where the defense faltered, and more. Four Downs: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-state-20-no-21-iowa-19-four-downs Cade and Tim Lester's play calling to blame: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-state-20-iowa-19-mcnamara-play-calling-sink-hawkeyes Cade Discusses the Loss: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/video-watch-cade-mcnamara-discuss-isu-defeat Kirk Ferentz on Cade, the offense, etc: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/video-kirk-ferentz-reacts-to-20-19-loss-to-iowa-state Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Eliot is joined by Bill Seals of Cyclone Report to preview this season's CyHawk battle. How much Cyclones fans learned about their team in the win over North Dakota, why Caleb Bacon's absence will likely affect the Hawkeyes' game plan on Saturday, where Iowa State matches up with Iowa talent-wise, final score predictions and more. Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Eliot, Adam and Ross share their thoughts on #Iowa's season-opening 40-0 win over Illinois State. The #Hawkeyes first half struggles, how Cade McNamara's play turned it around (Did he locked up the starting job?), the emergence of Reece Vander Zee, Seth Wallace's debut as a head coach, putting everything in context, and more. Reece Vander Zee, A Star is Born: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-40-illinois-state-0-a-star-is-born Recap: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/no-25-iowa-40-illinois-state-0-four-downs Seth Wallace and Cade McNamara speak to the Media: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/video-watch-cade-mcnamara-seth-wallace-post-game-comments Become a Premium Subscriber Today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe Eliot is joined by Randy Reinhardt of the Pantagraph in Bloomington, Illinois to preview the Iowa vs. Illinois State game to start the Hawkeyes season. The Redbirds' dual-quarterback situation, their tendency to blitz, the best bet to pull off the upset in Kinnick Stadium, and more. We recorded this preview podcast with Randy before the rumblings of KF being suspended started, so that was absent from our conversation. To hear more on the suspension from Hawkeye Beacon, listen here: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/hawkcast-ep-86-suspended-kirk-ferentz-to-miss-iowa-s-season-opener KF's absence effect on this game (article): https://iowa.rivals.com/news/three-thoughts-on-kirk-ferentz-s-looming-one-game-suspension

We're BACK with 60% off your ENTIRE FIRST YEAR at Hawkeye Beacon! Use promo code KICKOFF2024 at check out, and don't miss out on this limited time deal. OR sign up TODAY with the autofill link: https://iowa.rivals.com/sign_up?promo_code=KICKOFF2024 Eliot, Adam and Ross discuss Kirk Ferentz's recently announced one-game suspension, plus his decision to (essentially) name Cade McNamara as #Iowa's starter. Nearly, if not every single team in college football does this -- why did the #Hawkeyes get caught? Iowa's contingency plan without Ferentz and Jon Budmayr, Seth Wallace's qualifications, KF's reaction to the news, and more. Plus, KF more-or-less named McNamara the starter -- why? What this says about he and Brendan Sullivan, what happens if he struggles in week one, how short his leash is, and more. KF Suspended: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/report-ferentz-budmayr-receive-one-game-suspension Three Thoughts on Suspension: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/three-thoughts-on-kirk-ferentz-s-looming-one-game-suspension KF & Beth Goetz Presser: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/kirk-ferentz-and-beth-goetz-discuss-suspension-reflect-on-camp KF Addresses the News: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/ferentz-goetz-share-limited-details-on-one-game-suspension Cade McNamara Basically Named QB1: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/kirk-ferentz-elaborates-on-quarterback-depth-chart

We're BACK with 60% off your ENTIRE FIRST YEAR at Hawkeye Beacon! Use promo code KICKOFF2024 at check out, and don't miss out on this limited time deal. OR sign up TODAY with the autofill link: https://iowa.rivals.com/sign_up?promo_code=KICKOFF2024 Rivals recruiting analyst Eliot Clough is joined by recruiting reporter from the Des Moines Register, Alyssa Hertel to share their thoughts on some of the top uncommitted prospects in the state of Iowa. Names to watch in 2025, 2026 and 2027 -- how good could they be? Do we see any of them ending up with the Hawkeyes? Are there national recruitments ahead? Ten Uncommitted In-State Recruits to Watch: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/ten-uncommitted-iowa-preps-to-watch-in-2024

Eliot, Adam and Ross preview every single one of #Iowa's matchups, from Illinois State to Nebraska. How the offenses progression could impact the #Hawkeyes record, which game is an automatic loss, the schools that could give Iowa some sneaky trouble, their West Coast and East Coast trips, and much more. Behind the Scenes QB Situation Intel: https://iowa.forums.rivals.com/threads/some-follow-up-buzz-after-iowas-open-practice.449258/ Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Don't miss this chance to sign up for premium content and get 70% OFF for your ENTIRE FIRST YEAR. Sign up HERE: https://iowa.rivals.com/sign_up?promo_code=HAWKCAMP Eliot, Adam and Ross share their thoughts on the Hawkeyes Kids' Day open practice performance. Cade McNamara did not look good, but Brendan Sullivan didn't look much better -- and Kirk Ferentz said practice has been the same? The offensive line gets some push and the run game looks good, the defense is still elite, Rhys Dakin is FOR REAL, and much more. Five thoughts from Kids' Day: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/five-thoughts-following-iowa-s-kids-day-open-practice Iowa's New Offense, According to Tim Lester: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-s-new-offense-according-to-tim-lester George Barnett Believes in his OL: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/barnett-adversity-strengthened-hawkeyes-offensive-line The Iowa QB Situation: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/still-more-questions-than-answers-in-qb-competition

Eliot and Ross hop back on the mic to discuss all things happening in #Iowa athletics right now. Will the offensive line finally take a step forward? What freshman are sticking out? That, and more questions ahead of media day on Friday. Buy/Sell on the Iowa Hawkeyes -- Xavier Nwankpa will lead the team in interceptions, Luke Lachey won't lead the team in receptions or receiving touchdowns, etc., plus Ross provides an update on #Hawkeyes in the Olympics. Iowa Fall Camp Intel: https://iowa.forums.rivals.com/threads/fall-camp-2024-intel.448821/#post-12335943 Biggest Questions: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/5-big-questions-heading-into-iowa-media-day Position Group Rankings - Offense: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/ranking-iowa-s-position-groups-offense Position Group Rankings - Defense: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/ranking-iowa-s-position-groups-defense Spencer Lee Olympics: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/spencer-lee-2024-olympic-wrestling-preview-bracket-odds-schedule Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Fall camp kicked off on Wednesday for Iowa Football. Who needs to have a big next month of development and growth? Eliot and Ross hit on what players and position groups need the most out of fall camp. Players like Marco Lainez, Dayton Howard, the second-tier defensive line group, and other Hawkeyes. Plus, who would you most like to hear mic'd up during fall camp? Poised for a Breakout Year: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/five-hawkeyes-poised-for-breakout-years-in-2024 Top-75 2026 recruit to visit: https://iowa.forums.rivals.com/threads/top-75-mbb-prospect-in-2026-class-visiting-in-september.448345/ Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Big Ten Media Days wrapped up on Thursday. What were the B1GGEST takeaways on #Iowa? Eliot, Adam and Ross hit on what we heard from Kirk Ferentz and the players about the #Hawkeyes pre-camp depth chart, including John Nestor being CB1, Marco Lainez over Brendan Sullivan, Jarriett Buie as a starting receiver, and more. Plus, does Iowa have a real shot to make it to the first 12-team College Football Playoff? Five Thoughts after B1G Media Days: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/five-thoughts-on-iowa-football-following-big-ten-media-days WR Emphasis: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/a-notable-emphasis-on-receivers-at-b1g-media-days Luke Lachey Primed for Big Senior Season: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/luke-lachey-set-to-for-big-final-season Kaleb Brown to be Suspended for One Game: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/kaleb-brown-suspended-one-game-for-owi-arrest Jay Higgins on Nick Jackson: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/nick-jackson-embracing-attacking-every-moment Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

What if you could ask #Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz ONE question about the upcoming season and you were guaranteed to get a completely honest answer? Eliot, Adam and Ross have got a couple fun ones for you. Plus, who will be the #Hawkeyes QB1 this season? Cade McNamara believes Brendan Sullivan was brought in for depth purposes, and Sullivan says he hasn't been told whether he's presumed QB2 or expected to compete for snaps this season. Cade McNamara Reflects on Last Year: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/cade-mcnamara-reflects-with-gratitude-excitement-for-future Jacob Gill Thankful for Opportunity: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/transfer-wr-jacob-gill-thankful-for-opportunity-at-iowa Lucy Olsen on Becoming a Hawkeye: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/one-visit-one-easy-decision-for-lucy-olsen-and-iowa Become a Premium Subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

For the first pod repping Hawkeye Beacon, Eliot, Adam and Ross breakdown everything from the latest Iowa men's and women's basketball media availabilities. By the sounds of things, Lucy Olsen may step up in a big way for the Hawkeyes this winter. Though she certainly won't be the next Caitlin Clark, there's a mold for her to follow in Iowa City. Plus, the freshmen are coming in and competing, including new big Ava Heiden and others. On the men's side, defense and athleticism have greatly improved with the additions of Drew Thelwell, Seydou Traore and Chris Tadjo. How much do those additions affect the depth on Fran McCaffery's squad, whether Brock Harding will share the court with Thelwell, how important it is that Owen Freeman gained 20 pounds over the offseason and more. How Thelwell and Harding have Meshed Thus Far: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/point-men-pgs-drew-thelwell-brock-harding-aim-to-gel-lead-in-2024-25 Owen Freeman Gains 20 pounds: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/summer-work-freeman-s-jumper-added-weight-plans-to-work-with-luka-garza July 8 MBB Availability Takeaways: https://iowa.forums.rivals.com/threads/july-8-mbb-media-availability-takeaways.446671/#post-12260713 July 11 WBB Takeaways: https://iowa.forums.rivals.com/threads/wbb-open-practice-1-thoughts.446894/#post-12267509 Become a premium subscriber: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Cade AND Brendan were included in an #Iowa football offseason hype video. What the hell does this mean? Plus an update on #CaitlinClark being named an All-Star, Luka Garza earns a full-time contract, the guys share who their favorite commits of the 2025 recruiting class are, and more . What's Next for the 2025 recruiting class: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-s-2025-football-recruiting-class-what-s-next- Football hype video: https://x.com/HawkeyeFootball/status/1808291627368137041 Chrisitan Hudson dons a #Hawkeyes beanie: https://x.com/EliotClough/status/1808691336788209987 Custom Script Jersey: https://x.com/mattkemm/status/1806394680738795615 Don't miss out on premium content: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Don't miss out on FREE premium content till fall camp: https://iowa.rivals.com/sign_up?promo_code=IAVISITS Use promo code IAVISITS Eliot, Adam and Ross recap the #Hawkeyes big official visit weekend, talks NCAA Football 25 ratings (who we're excited to play as, what players will be underrated, and more), BOLD PREDICTIONS for #Iowa in 2024-2025, and more Lucas Allgeyer Talks Commitment: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/lucas-allgeyer-talks-commitment-i-felt-a-sense-of-pride- Lucas Allgeyer Commits: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/commit-hawkeyes-land-legacy-ol-lucas-allgeyer Cam Herron Commits: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/commit-iowa-lands-three-star-indianapolis-guard-cameron-herron All-American Kicker Talks OV: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/all-american-kicker-talks-offer-iowa-official-visit Brock Heath Talks OV: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/three-star-ol-brock-heath-talks-iowa-official Terrence Smith Talks OV: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/official-visit-eye-opening-for-fringe-four-star-wr-terrence-smith Hawkeyes Share Thoughts on NCAA 25: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/hawkeyes-talk-ncaa-football-25?ga_source=tm

Eliot, Adam and Ross are joined by new #Hawkeyes Football radio color analyst and former #Iowa linebacker, Pat Angerer for this episode of #HawkCast. Pat details how he got the opportunity, why the current linebacker room is absolutely loaded, he talks his favorite memories in the NFL, what has changed about Kirk Ferentz since he was in Iowa City, we get to subscriber questions and more. Pat Lands the Radio Job: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/pat-angerer-selected-as-new-color-analyst-for-hawkeye-radio-broadcasts Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/subscribe

Iowa lands Colorado State transfer Jackson Stratton as a preferred walk-on to add more depth to the quarterback room, Shonn Greene and Adrian Clayborn are set to be inducted into the Iowa Athletics Hall of Fame, legacy recruit and four-star DE Iose Epenesa is set to take his official visit to Iowa this weekend, we discuss who needs to make the biggest leap in summer workouts for the football team and more. Iose Epenesa Visit Preview: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/preview-iose-epenesa-to-officially-visit-iowa-this-weekend Jackson Stratton Commits: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-adds-colorado-state-qb-jackson-stratton-via-portal Jackson Stratton Talks Commitment: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/colorado-state-transfer-qb-jackson-stratton-talks-iowa-commitment Grading Iowa's Transfer Portal Additions: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/grading-iowa-football-s-2024-transfer-portal-additions Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Eliot, Adam and Ross sit down on HawkCast discuss Payton Sandfort's decision to return to Iowa for his final year of college eligibility. Thoughts with Sandfort dragging things out to the end, how the Hawkeyes floor raises, what the starting lineup will look like with him back, Kate Martin's start to her WNBA career and more. Payton Sandfort Returning: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/payton-sandfort-returning-to-iowa-for-2024-25-season Impact of Sandfort Coming Back: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/the-return-of-payton-sandfort-how-impactful-would-it-be- Notable Camp Prospects: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/notable-recruits-at-iowa-s-june-2-11-2024-prospect-camps?ga_source=tm Iowa MBB Offers 25 and 26 recruits: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-hoops-offers-string-of-2025-and-2026-recruits Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Eliot, Adam and Ross get together to break down Iowa's loss to Illinois in baseball, the mismanagement of Caitlin Clark by the #WNBA and #Fever head coach Christie Sides, how good #Iowa MBB could be next season if Payton Sandfort comes back, and hit on wrestling. Tune in! Baseball play: https://x.com/ByCodyHills/status/1793712504339829246 Payton Sandfort Better Served Coming Back: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/payton-sandfort-would-be-best-served-returning-to-iowa-next-season Iowa prospects at Rivals Camp Series Indianapolis: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-prospects-show-out-in-indianapolis-rivas-camp-series Four-Star LB at RCS Interested in Iowa: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/four-star-st-louis-lb-and-rcs-mvp-talks-iowa-offer Become a Premium Subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Eliot, Adam and Ross get together to break Jan Jensen's introductory presser as the next head coach of the #Iowa women' basketball team, Payton Sandfort's NBA Combine performance, Manhattan transfer Seydou Traore committing to the #Hawkeyes, and Jacob Gill transferring from #Northwestern. Jensen's loyalty and admiration for Coach Lisa Bluder, different ways she'll lead the program, how she'll recruit and more. Sandfort struggles in the combine -- will he come back? How Sedou Traore can make an impact right away and the long term vision. Jacob Gill raises the floor of the Iowa offense, and there's not much more you can ask for. Adam's Tweet: https://x.com/adam_jacobi/status/1790843013880565801 Jan Jenson Introduced: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/jan-jensen-introduced-as-iowa-head-coach-beyond-blessed-beyond-excited- Seydou Traore Commits: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/commit-iowa-lands-manhattan-transfer-f-seydou-traore Three Thoughts on Seydou Traore: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/three-thoughts-on-iowa-s-addition-of-seydou-traore Jacob Gill Commits: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/commit-iowa-adds-northwestern-transfer-receiver-jacob-gill-via-portal Payton Sandfort NBA Combine Intel: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/payton-sandfort-nba-draft-decision-intel Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.Com/Subscribe

Well, that was a surprise. Monday afternoon, Lisa Bluder announced her retirement after 24 years as the head coach of the Iowa women's basketball team. Just a half hour later, assistant Jan Jensen was named head coach. Why Bluder decided to step down now, the advantages of promoting Jensen, what this means for the Hawkeyes roster and more. Plus, Kate Martin made the opening day roster for the Las Vegas Aces, a hint at what's next in the portal for MBB and recruits that could be next to commit in football. Bluder Retires, Jensen Promoted: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-wbb-head-coach-lisa-bluder-retires-jan-jensen-named-head-coach Players React: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/former-players-college-basketball-world-react-to-lisa-bluder-s-retirement Iowa MBB and the Portal: https://iowa.forums.rivals.com/threads/manhattan-transfer-seydou-traore-to-visit-iowa.443384/#post-12135878 Who could be next to commit: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/football-recruiting-five-2025-prospects-who-could-be-next-to-commit Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Iowa lands a commitment from Northwestern transfer portal quarterback, Brendan Sullivan. Eliot, Adam and Ross share their initial reactions -- whether or not Sullivan could start in 2024, why this addition greatly raises the floor of Iowa's offense, what else the Hawkeyes need out of the portal, and more. Then Matthew Shelton of Wildcat Report joins Eliot to delve into Sullivan's career in Evanston. What expectations should be for him in Iowa City, what kind of teammate Sullivan is, where he was on the depth chart at NW, and more. Three Thoughts on Sullivan's Commitment: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/three-thoughts-on-brendan-sullivan-s-commitment-to-iowa Brendan Sullivan Commits: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/northwestern-transfer-qb-brendan-sullivan-commits-to-iowa Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Newest developments in the sports gambling investigation (the DCI thought this would be good for PR!?), detailing likely reasons Missouri State transfer wide receiver Raylen Sharpe picked Fresno State over #Iowa, how Kirk Ferentz and the football program got into this scholarship situation, and who the #Hawkeyes basketball program should go after in the portal next (assuming they keep Payton Sandfort and Matt Cross commits). Latest DCI Developments: https://iowa.forums.rivals.com/threads/iowa-dci-letter-revealed-in-federal-lawsuit.442908/#post-12109710 Raylen Sharpe commits to Fresno: https://iowa.forums.rivals.com/threads/raylen-sharpe-commits-to-fresno-state.442887/#post-12109088 Matt Cross Intel: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/latest-iowa-men-s-basketball-portal-buzz-what-s-next- Payton Sandfort NBA Draft Intel: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/payton-sandfort-nba-draft-decision-intel Become a premium subscriber: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Previous starter at Iowa, Deacon Hill entered the transfer portal on Monday, and several Hawkeyes are set to be taken in the NFL Draft this week. Explaining why Hill likely left the program, what options Iowa has at quarterback in the transfer portal, where Cooper DeJean could go in the NFL Draft, and who else could get drafted from Iowa. Draft Preview: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/2024-iowa-nfl-draft-preview-and-projections Hill Hits the Portal: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-quarterback-deacon-hill-enters-transfer-portal What's Next at Quarterback?: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/what-s-next-at-quarterback-for-iowa- Raylen Sharpe Info: https://iowa.forums.rivals.com/threads/missouri-state-transfer-wr-raylen-sharpe-visiting-iowa-on-tuesday.442346/#post-12094709 Matt Cross Visiting: https://iowa.forums.rivals.com/threads/umass-transfer-matt-cross-visiting.442536/#post-12094253 Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Iowa football held their open spring practice on Saturday in Kinnick Stadium. Eliot, Adam and Ross share their takeaways from the day. The Hawkeyes need a portal quarterback in the worst way, the wide receiver room isn't much better, the OL has shown flashes of improvement plus they add Cade Borud from North Dakota, the defense is still elite, and more. Cade Borud Commits: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/commit-iowa-adds-north-dakota-transfer-ol-cade-borud Cade Borud Discusses Decision: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/cade-borud-talks-commitment-i-m-looking-forward-to-the-challenge- Iowa Needs Cade and/or a Portal QB: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-needs-a-heathy-cade-mcnamara-or-a-portal-qb OL Showing Signs of Improvement: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-spring-practice-offensive-line-makes-a-push Become a Premium Subscriber: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

The #Iowa football open spring practice is on Saturday -- the installation of RPOs, Marco Lainez and Deacon Hill, the offensive line and more. Tony Perkins and Patrick McCaffery are no longer #Hawkeyes, who the men and women are after in the portal and #CaitlinClark is the No. 1 pick in the WNBA Draft. Rhys Dakin taking over punting duties: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/new-aussie-punter-rhys-dakin-acclimating-to-iowa Jacob Bostick Enters the Portal: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/wr-jacob-bostick-enters-transfer-portal Caitlin Clark Goes No. 1: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/caitlin-clark-selected-first-overall-in-2024-wnba-draft Kate Martin gets Drafted: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/kate-martin-selected-in-2nd-round-of-the-2024-wnba-draft Deacon Hill Talks Tim Lester offense: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=guEJF6raJS4 Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Eliot, Adam and Ross discuss #Iowa's 87-75 loss to South Carolina in the national championship game. Dawn Staley and SC were just too damn good, Caitlin Clark and the #Hawkeyes had their chances but just couldn't capitalize, what this team accomplished, what's next for Lisa Bluder and Iowa women's basketball, and more. Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Eliot, Adam and Ross breakdown Caitlin Clark and Iowa's 94-87 win over LSU in Monday night's Elite Eight. The pace favors Iowa, all Hailey Van Lith and Angel Reese can do is shrug, Addison O'Grady's stellar performance, Kate Martin and Sydney Affolter's scoring, previewing the Final Four matchup with UConn and Paige Bueckers and more. Catharsis: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-94-lsu-87-catharsis Quick Recap: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-wbb-beats-lsu-returns-to-final-four Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Eliot, Adam and Ross sit down and discuss the last week in #Iowa sports. Tony Perkins entered the transfer portal -- his reasoning behind it and what it could mean for #Iowa this offseason, Caitlin Clark and the #Hawkeyes are headed back to the Sweet 16 to take on Colorado, and Kirk Ferentz speaks to the media about spring ball, including installing Tim Lester's offense. Tony Perkins enters the portal: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-guard-tony-perkins-enters-the-transfer-portal Sweet 16: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-64-west-virginia-54-surviving-advancing KF on Tim Lester's O: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/kirk-ferentz-says-tim-lester-s-playbook-is-being-installed-at-iowa Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Eliot, Adam and Ross sit down to discuss Kadyn Proctor's decision to leave Iowa to re-enter the portal and return to Alabama. He made this decision in two months (!?), what's happening with the Swarm Collective in the fallout, the NCAA has some major problems to address, and more. Plus, we hit on the Hawkeyes winning their first round game in the NIT over Kansas State on Tuesday. Proctor Leaving: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/kadyn-proctor-to-enter-transfer-portal-rejoin-alabama KSU Win, THREE TAKEAWAYS: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-91-kansas-state-82-sandfort-sets-career-high-s-in-nit Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Eliot, Adam and Ross sit down to discuss the Iowa women's path to returning to the National Championship as a one seed with the toughest route to the Final Four. A potential rematch with LSU, UCLA might be the toughest task, and the possibility of facing off with the USCs in the Final Four. Plus, they hit on the Hawkeyes draw in the men's NIT. Kansas State in the first round and Utah after that, but will they make a run? Historic One Seed: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/until-the-game-is-one-iowa-wbb-receives-historic-1-seed-in-march-madness?ga_source=tm Women's Regional: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-wbb-2024-ncaa-tournament-early-regional-thoughts Men's NIT Selection: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-to-host-kansas-state-in-first-round-of-nit Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Eliot, Adam and Ross talk #Iowa's second round loss to Ohio State in the men's Big Ten Tournament. Perimeter defense and missed opportunities dig the #Hawkeyes too deep of a hole, Tony Perkins' attitude at the end of the game, and Fran McCaffery's future. Become a premium subscriber to keep tabs on the transfer portal, recruiting and more: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe NIT Incoming: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/ohio-state-90-iowa-78-nit-incoming Must-Win to Ho-Hum: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/ohio-state-90-iowa-78-must-win-turns-into-ho-hum Fran McCaffery conversation: https://iowa.forums.rivals.com/threads/whats-your-opinion-on-fran-mccaffery.439580/#post-11981425

Eliot, Adam and Ross sit down and talk how Caitlin Clark and Iowa defeated Nebraska to win their third-straight Big Ten Tournament. Caitlin's ridiculous shot-making abilities, Alexis Markowski giving the Hawkeyes fits, and Iowa taking all the punches, but finding a way to win. The men fell to Illinois after starting Sunday's game shooting 1-14 from the field. With the loss, it's going to be awfully tough for Fran McCaffery and his team to get into the NCAA Tournament. Why the game went so awry, Brock Harding's phenomenal (but limited) minutes), how many games they have to win to make a strong argument for the NCAA tournament and more. Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe B1G Tourney Champs: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/no-3-iowa-94-nebraska-89-back-to-back-to-back Gabbie Marshall play: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/a-steal-a-block-a-championship-defense-fuels-iowa-win Illinois Loss, An Opportunity Squandered: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/no-12-illinois-73-iowa-61-an-opportunity-squandered Men's B1G Tourney Preview: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/big-ten-mbb-tournament-set-iowa-earns-7-seed

Timestamp: 10:55 Eliot, Adam and Ross sit down to preview the Women's Big Ten Tournament for #Iowa, and how things could/will shakeout for where the #Hawkeyes are seeded on the men's side. The disaster of tickets and seating currently going on, if/how the #CaitlinClark and the women can get past Indiana, and of course Ohio State will be waiting for them in the final. The Iowa men have to beat Illinois to get into the NCAA Tournament, how different the six and seven seed spots are going to be, and which side of the bracket is most ideal for the men to be on. Plus, Eliot -- Iowa Rivals recruiting analyst -- breaks down the commitment of 2025 three-star tight end out of River Falls, Wisconsin, Eli Johnson. Johnson commits: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/commit-iowa-adds-2025-three-star-te-eli-johnson Johnson's Coach talks Fit: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-te-commit-eli-johnson-s-high-school-coach-talks-fit-with-the-hawks Hyball - Big Ten tourney: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/the-hyball-6-reasons-the-btt-title-means-more-than-the-regular-season Become a premium subscriber: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Caitlin Clark and the Iowa women did it again. Clark surpassed Pete Maravich's all-time scoring record on Sunday, and the Hawkeyes defeated No. 2 Ohio State at home in what was an insane game. Eliot, Adam and Ross breakdown why it felt like a religious experience, the celebrities in the arena how much it meant for women's basketball and more. Plus, they hit on Molly Davis' injury, the Big Ten Tournament and Nike honoring Caitlin. Caitlin Breaks Pete's Record: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/caitlin-clark-breaks-pete-maravich-s-ncaa-scoring-record Iowa Beats OSU: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/no-6-iowa-93-no-2-ohio-state-83-a-senior-day-shellacking Big Ten Tournament: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/big-ten-wbb-tournament-set-iowa-earns-2-seed Don't miss out on our Premium Content: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

On Thursday afternoon, Caitlin Clark announced that she'll declare for the WNBA Draft following Iowa's 2023-2024 season. Why she decided to announce now, what this does for her and the rest of the Hawkeyes, what to expect from the environment in Carver-Hawkeye Area on Sunday, and more. Plus, the Iowa men are still vying for a spot in the NCAA Tournament. Who they'll have to beat to get there, expectations for their Big Ten Tournament seed, and more. Caitlin Declares: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/caitlin-clark-declares-for-2024-wnba-draft Don't miss out on Premium Content: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Big Ten Basketball officials are having too much impact on games -- on the men's and women's side -- both were exemplified for the #Iowa men and women this weekend. What's the solution, or is there one? The women are back to their winning ways, but is there now a for sure blue print to beat the #Hawkeyes in March Madness? The men fall to Illinois -- is there still a way for them to make it to the NCAA Tournament? Become a premium subscriber: Iowa.rivals.com/subscribe Iowa men lost to Illinois: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/no-12-illinois-95-iowa-85-second-half-slip Women Beat Illinois: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/no-4-iowa-101-illinois-85-uneasy-like-sunday-afternoon Wrestling Tops Oklahoma State: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/no-4-iowa-101-illinois-85-uneasy-like-sunday-afternoon

SHE DID IT! Caitlin Clark broke the NCAA Women's Basketball all-time scoring record last night in #Iowa's win over Michigan. Eliot, Adam and Ross sit down and talk Caitlin's ever-growing legacy, how she and the #Hawkeyes have transcended the sport, what she means to Iowa, and everything that happened the night she broke the record. Additionally, the guys hit on Kirk Ferentz hiring Jon Budmayr as the wide receivers coach -- thumbs up or thumbs down? Caitlin Breaks the Record: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/caitlin-clark-sets-ncaa-career-scoring-record Recapping the Night: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/no-4-iowa-106-michigan-89-second-to-none Social media reacts to the record: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/social-media-reacts-to-caitlin-clark-breaking-the-ncaa-wbb-scoring-record Budmayr Hired: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/jon-budmayr-hired-as-iowa-s-next-wr-coach Three Priorities for Bud: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/three-priorities-for-jon-budmayr-as-iowa-s-new-wr-coach Become a premium subscriber: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe #CaitlinClark

Use code 30Rivals at Iowa.Rivals.com/subscribe to get FREE premium content (Inside info on recruiting, who the next WRs coach will be, and more football info) for 30 DAYS. New #Iowa offensive coordinator Tim Lester was introduced to the media for the first time yesterday. Dare we say we were impressed? Eliot, Adam and Ross breakdown their key takeaways from the presser, Seth Wallace introduced as the #Hawkeyes new Assistant Head Coach, LeVar Woods interviews with the #Buccaneers, and we talk the newest commits in the 2025 recruiting class. Seth Wallace Asst. HC: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/seth-wallace-talks-assistant-head-coach-role Tim Lester Scheme: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/tim-lester-talks-future-scheme-in-introductory-presser Thomas Meyer Commitment: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/thomas-meyer-on-commitment-i-m-happy-to-be-a-hawkeye- Carson Cooney Commitment: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/carson-cooney-on-commitment-i-definitely-made-the-right-decision-

Eliot, Adam and Ross get together to discuss #Iowa's decision to hire former Western Michigan Head Coach as the #Hawkeyes next offensive coordinator. Why was he the choice? How does he compare to Kevin Johns? What are the positives and negatives of him getting the job? Lester Hired: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/reports-tim-lester-to-be-named-new-iowa-offensive-coordinator Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Eliot, Adam and Ross discuss Kadyn Proctor's commitment to the #Hawkeyes, how it will affect who starts on the #Iowa offensive line, any update on the OC search, MBB's loss to Purdue, and more. Proctor Commits: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-adds-five-star-ot-kadyn-proctor-from-transfer-portal Three Thoughts: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/three-thoughts-on-the-addition-of-kadyn-proctor Proctor's First Interview as a Hawkeye: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/kadyn-proctor-returning-to-iowa-this-is-home-?ga_source=tm A new name in the OC search: https://iowa.forums.rivals.com/threads/new-name-in-oc-search.435625/ Become a premium subscriber today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Seth Wallace and Phil Parker get raises (Wallace promoted to assistant head coach, what does that mean?), Paul Chryst and Joe Philbin turn down Iowa's OC position!?, the Hawkeye men are rolling and look like an NCAA tournament team plus Fran McCaffery is now the all-time winningest coach at Iowa, and the women are set to blowout Wisconsin. Wallace and Parker story: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/seth-wallace-promoted-phil-parker-earns-a-raise-oc-update McCaffery Milestone: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-86-minnesota-77-fran-is-officially-the-man Become a premium subscriber: Iowa.Rivals.com/subscribe

Kirk Ferentz and #Iowa have done a hell of a job bringing back players like Jay Higgins, Nick Jackson, Luke Lachey and others. Which one will have the biggest impact? Quinn Schulte coming back (he announced just after we recorded), what positions we'd go after in the portal, a quick check in on #Hawkeyes men's and women's basketball, and more. Nick Jackson BACK: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/all-conference-lb-nick-jackson-returning-to-iowa-in-2024 Grubb Thread: https://iowa.forums.rivals.com/threads/grubb.434679/ MVC-CIML Thread: https://iowa.forums.rivals.com/threads/mvc-ciml-showdown.434601/ Become a premium subscriber: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Eliot, Adam and Ross talk Iowa's 35-0 loss to Tennessee in the Citrus Bowl. Deacon Hill's worst game with the Hawkeyes, Marco Lainez gets his first snaps and looks good, the complete lack of rhythm at running back, and the few bright spots from today's loss. Indictment of the QB Play: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/citrus-bowl-another-indictment-of-iowa-s-quarterback-situation Rocky Flop: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/no-21-tennessee-35-no-17-iowa-0-rocky-flop Sign up for premium content: Iowa.Rivals.com/subscribe

Ryan Sylvia of VolReport joins Eliot on #HawkCast to preview #Iowa vs. Tennessee in the Citrus Bowl on New Years Day. How many starters are the Vols missing, and what can Nico Iamaleava do as their new starting quarterback? Where can the #Hawkeyes take advantage on offense and defense? Dual of the Aussie punters and elite special teams? How Good is Nico Iamaleava?: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/just-how-good-is-tennessee-backup-nico-iamaleava- List of player missing the bowl game: https://tennessee.rivals.com/news/tennessee-and-iowa-s-transfers-opt-outs-and-injuries-for-the-citrus-bowl Become a Premium Subscriber: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Eliot, Adam, and Ross break down #Iowa's 2024 recruiting class. Who are we most excited about? Which of them could contribute early as #Hawkeyes? Who are the biggest sleepers in this class? Signing Day Central: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-class-of-2024-signing-day-central Become a Premium Subscriber: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Eliot, Adam and Ross sit down to address their preseason predictions and hand out 2023 #Iowa football awards. Who are our offensive, defensive, and special teams MVPs? Most impactful freshman? What player has the most upside going into 2024? Become a premium subscriber: Iowa.Rivals.Com/Subscribe

Eliot, Adam, and Ross sit down to delve into the issues #Iowa MBB is facing. What's with the slow starts, poor offensive play, no rebounding, etc? Plus, the #Hawkeyes on the women's side keep rolling, why no transfer portal commits have announced, and more. Three Takeaways from the Michigan Loss: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/michigan-90-iowa-80-hawks-get-throttled-again Become a Premium Subscriber: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Eliot, Adam and Ross hop on to preview Iowa vs Iowa State in men's basketball for tonight, discuss Hawkeyes that have entered the transfer portal and why, the continued offensive coordinator search for Kirk Ferentz, and more. Offensive Coordinator Candidates: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-s-next-offensive-coordinator-potential-candidates Anterio Thompson to the portal: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-dt-anterio-thompson-will-enter-the-transfer-portal Joe Labas to the portal: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-quarterback-joe-labas-enters-transfer-portal Diante Vines to the portal: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/wr-diante-vines-enters-transfer-portal Subscribe today: Iowa.Rivals.com/Subscribe

Eliot, Adam and Ross get together to review #Iowa's 26-0 loss to #Michigan in the Big Ten Championship game. Missed opportunities, the #Hawkeyes offense is just repeatedly not good enough, Kirk Ferentz's strange approach to press conferences, what positions Iowa should go after in the portal, and more. Indictment of the offense: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/another-shutout-another-indictment-of-the-iowa-offense?ga_source=tm Game Recap: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/no-2-michigan-26-no-16-iowa-0-defensive-effort-for-naught Ball Control Issues: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/ball-control-dooms-hawkeyes-in-b1g-title-game-drubbing Deasfernandes to the portal: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-backup-db-brenden-deasfernandes-to-enter-transfer-portal A hint at who could be Iowa's next OC: https://iowa.rivals.com/news/iowa-prioritizing-2025-three-star-quarterback-alex-manske Become a premium subscriber: Iowa.Rivals.com/subscribe