Swarmcast: An Iowa Hawkeyes podcast

It's been an eventful weekend for the Iowa Hawkeyes and HawkeyeInsider breaks it all down. News broke Monday morning that Iowa wide receiver Kaleb Brown was charged with OWI this past weekend. What does this mean for the room? When could Brown return? David Eickholt and Sean Bock break down the latest with Iowa starting quarterback Cade McNamara, who has been fully-cleared by the medical staff. Bock also delivers the goods on a successful recruiting weekend for Iowa football. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Swarmcast is back and it's a LOADED episode! David Eickholt and Sean Bock are back with a TON of updates surrounding Iowa football, including the latest with the quarterback situation and why this year's defense could be one of the best in the Kirk Ferentz era. Bock also gives folks the rundown on this weekend's big recruiting event! The duo end the podcast with some men's and women's hoops. Lucy Olsen turning heads already while there's a lot of optimism about the men's program! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After two months of being a Hawkeye, Iowa OL Kadyn Proctor is hitting the transfer portal again. His next destination? Back to the Alabama Crimson Tide. Welcome to 2024 College Football. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to give their reaction, how this all happened, what's next for the team and has the transfer portal gone too far? It's a crazy chaotic world and the portal doesn't even have to be open to make it crazy. Let's unpack it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Want more college hoops insight and bracket advice? Download and follow the Eye on College Basketball podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere else you listen to podcasts. The ONLY episode on the NCAA Tournament that you'll ever need is HERE! Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander will break down every game to give you the sleepers, cinderellas, bracket busters, and more! (01:00) - Kansas Kevin McCullar shut down for NCAA Tournament (09:50) - Virginia, we're not mad. We're just disappointed. (18:05) - We're picking brackets! (53:27) - Final Four Picks Eye on College Basketball is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our team: @EyeonCBBPodcast @GaryParrishCBS @MattNorlander @Kyle_Boone @DavidWCobb @NataTheScribe You can listen to us on your smart speakers! Simply say, "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast," or "Hey, Google, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast." Email the show for any reason whatsoever: [email protected] Visit Eye on College Basketball's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeFb_xyBgOekQPZYC7Ijilw For more college hoops coverage, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

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

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

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

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

The search is finally over. On Sunday, sources informed HawkeyeInsider that Green Bay Packer Senior Analyst Tim Lester will become Iowa's new offensive coordinator. The former Western Michigan head coach is headed to the Big Ten. He spent one year as Purdue's quarterback coach in 2016. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock give their instant reaction to the news. What happened behind the scenes. Should Iowa fans be worried? What's the way-too-early grade of the hire? Let's dive into it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Once upon a time, Kadyn Proctor was an Iowa commit before flipping to Alabama just days before National Signing Day. One year later, Proctor has decided to transfer back home to Iowa City. A massive addition to the Iowa offense. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock dive deep into the details about the transfer. They also talk about how much of an upgrade this does for the Hawkeye offensive line as a whole. Eickholt also talks about the interview he was apart of when Proctor was in Carver-Hawkeye Arena Saturday afternoon. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last year, Kadyn Proctor flipped from Iowa to Alabama-- it was one of the biggest flips in the 2023 recruiting class. Now, a year later, Proctor has entered the NCAA Transfer Portal. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to analyze how this has all happened. A behind the scenes look at the last year. Why Kadyn Proctor and the Iowa Coaches/Recruiting staff are more mature than a lot of fans-- and much more. Iowa would be immediately upgraded if Proctor commits to the Hawkeyes. Let's talk about it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The search for a new offensive coordinator continues.... and continues.... and continues. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to discuss what is going on with the open position group. Why it's so important to get the hire correct and will it be Kirk Ferentz's last legacy hire? The two of them also have an in-depth conversation about where Iowa basketball is at. How has Fran McCaffery and company started to turn things around. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Hawkeyes couldn't do anything on offense during the 35-0 loss to Tennessee in the 2024 Citrus Bowl. It was an injury-riddled season full of adversity, but Iowa couldn't end the season on a high note. Brian Ferentz is no longer the offensive coordinator and Iowa will return potential all-American tight end Luke Lachey in 2024. How does Iowa fix the offense? Has Deacon Hill seen his final action as a Hawkeye? 247Sports' David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to talk about what in the world just happened, the next steps for the program and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Hawkeyes have officially signed its 2024 recruiting class. Iowa has added 21 new members to its football team and a couple of them are set to arrive in January. In this Signing Day Special-- HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock begin their breakdown of the Hawkeyes class. They take a closer look at four-star quarterback James Resar and what he brings to the team. They also talk debate about if the offensive or defensive line had the better class. And they go into a solid tight end group that Iowa is set to bring aboard. It's a loaded part one with plenty more to come! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It has been a BUSY week for Iowa Athletics. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to discuss how the Hawkeyes continue to find a way to win, Kaleb Brown's first catch is a huge one and preview Rutgers. After football, the duo analyze Iowa basketball's first game. Sophomore guard Dasonte Bowen impressed and the four freshmen seem to be ready to immediately contribute on a significant level. They wrap up the podcast by breaking down the two new Iowa basketball signees and the impact of four-star offensive tackle Nick Brooks' commitment. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After seven seasons as Iowa's offensive coordinator, Brian Ferentz, son of Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz is out as the offensive coordinator. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to breakdown the news. What does it mean for the future of Hawkeye football? The duo also talk about Kirk Ferentz's first public comments along with interim Athletic Director Beth Goetz. Will Kirk Ferentz return for the 2024 season? Plenty to discuss in what could be one of the most eventful offseasons in the Kirk Ferentz era. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A controversial ending in Iowa City on Saturday when the officials overturned an all-time historic punt return touchdown courtesy of star cornerback Cooper DeJean. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock take a full dive into the play, the repercussions of it and why the Big Ten office should be embarrassed about its explanation. The duo also take a hard look at the Hawkeye offense and if there's a possible way to make it any kind of efficient this season. They discuss what could happen with Brian Ferentz and end of the Swarmcast by talking about Iowa's secret scrimmage against Utah State. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Iowa Hawkeyes are one of the most interesting stories in college sports. Despite having the worst offense in America, they are sitting at 6-1 with a great chance to finish with double-digit wins. 247Sports' David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to discuss how Iowa has overcome all the adversity, what should they do on offense, preview Minnesota and take a deep dive into the leadership of the Hawkeyes. They conclude the podcast by talking about Iowa's latest 2025 commitment in Burke Gautcher. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a reunion between two former colleagues and current friends. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt reunites with his good friend Kennington Lloyd Smith III to discuss everything surrounding Iowa football. Kennington worked for the Des Moines Register for two years before earning a position with The Athletic covering Alabama football. The duo take a deep dive into what's wrong with Iowa's offense, the national perception of the Hawkeye football program, what steps can be taken to correct the glaring issues, answer your questions and more! Kenny also talks about the differences between covering Iowa and Alabama and the future of Nick Saban. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Hawkeyes and Nittany Lions are gearing up for a top-25 showdown inside Beaver Stadium. To give fans an in-depth look inside the Penn State program, Tyler Donohue from Lions247 joins David Eickholt from HawkeyeInsider to talk about all things Penn State/Iowa. The duo starts things off by discussing the rivalry and how it has grown over the years. Donohue takes a deep dive into Penn State quarterback Drew Allar, what makes this Penn State defense impressive, some keys to the game and hits Iowa fans with a final prediction. It's a loaded Swarmcast that will surely get you geared up for this year's matchup. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Hawkeyes are fresh off a 41-10 win over Western Michigan, but it didn't come easy. Iowa started off incredibly sloppy and potentially have lost their star tight end Luke Lachey for the rest of the season following a brutal leg injury. How does Iowa overcome that. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock take a deep dive into Iowa taking a step forward in the running game, who can step up with Lachey out, explain why the 25-point narrative is stupid and what needs to change ahead of Penn State. A loaded Swarmcast on the verge of Iowa's biggest opportunity of the season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Hawkeyes are preparing to take on Western Michigan in the non-conference finale. In this special episode, HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt discusses what he wants to see out of the Iowa wide receivers, running game and takes some time out to answer your questions. Should there be a concern with Kaleb Brown not recording a catch? What are some over/under in Western Michigan showdown, how does Iowa fix the running game and much more. It's a loaded episode. Buckle in! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Hawkeyes have now six straight in Ames. It wasn't pretty, but complimentary football paid its dues. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to break down what happened on Saturday. They dive into Jaziun Patterson's emergence, grade out Cade McNamara's performance and talk about what the team needs to do going forward to secure its spot as the favorite in the Big Ten West. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hate week is in full swing! The Hawkeye are preparing to take on the in-state rival Cyclones, who are fresh off a 30-9 win over Northern Iowa. There's a lot of uncertainty surrounding the Iowa State offense with a few gambling suspensions of key players. Does that give Iowa an advantage? Despite Cade McNamara not being 100 percent, can he still prove to be effective against a really good Cyclone defense? There are a ton of storylines in this one, so David Eickholt and Sean Bock get together to break it all down and give their predictions. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It wasn't the best victory, but the Hawkeyes found a way to win inside Kinnick Stadium against Utah State. Cade McNamara was sharp in his debut and the Iowa offense flashed, but what was missing? Can the Hawkeyes convert on those opportunities next time? HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to discuss the win over the Aggies, what they want to see next and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Folks, we finally made it. The 2023 Iowa Hawkeye Football season is upon us. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up for another episode of the Swarmcast. The duo discuss the latest with Cade McNamara, what to expect, dive into Iowa's offensive line, what they want to see against Utah State and give listeners the insight on the Aggies. They wrap up the show by giving their predictions on what will happen on Saturday. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Which true freshmen are set to make an impact in the Big Ten in 2023? Andrew and Cooper go team-by-team discussing which newcomers are ready to hit the field! Florida Vs. Utah - 4:00 Michigan - 8:30 Ohio State - 13:15 Penn State - 20:30 Maryland - 24:00 Michigan State - 27:20 Rutgers - 33:00 Indiana - 38:00 Wisconsin - 44:30 Iowa - 47:00 Minnesota - 50:00 Illinois - 53:00 Nebraska - 56:00 Purdue - 1:00:00 Northwestern - 1:02:00 Host: Andrew Ivins & Cooper Petagna Follow or Subscribe to the 247Sports Football Recruiting podcast feed on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Find the 247Sports podcast for your favorite team here! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Swarmcast is back for the football season. It's been a long few months, but Iowa Hawkeye Football is back. 247Sports' David Eickholt and Sean Bock to team up to talk about the Iowa depth chart and press conference ahead of the season-opener. David is adamant that Iowa has to play Cade McNamara since he's been medically clear, but it might not be the obvious choice. We dive into that, the wide receiver depth and much more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Swarmcast is back for a new season and so is Iowa football. The Hawkeyes storylines are endless heading into an exciting 2023 season. Cade McNamara is taking over as Iowa's starting quarterback and Iowa has several new pieces around them. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock breakdown Iowa's offensive line, Kirk Ferentz's comments and they go back-and-forth drafting their 'breakout players' of the 2023 fall camp. It's a jam-packed episode and we couldn't be more amped up to be back. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Big Ten is doing a complete overhaul when it comes to Big Ten scheduling. On Thursday, it announced the schedules for 2024/2025 seasons. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock take a deep dive into what it means for the future of the Big Ten. They also discuss Pros and Cons with the new schedule. Bock even changes Eickholt's mind about some of the format. It's an exciting day for the Big Ten and gives fans a lot to look forward to. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's May, but the Hawkeyes news never stops. With a renewed sense of enthusiasm for the Iowa offense, fans are excited about the possibility. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to answer a lot of questions from readers. What are reasonable expectations for Kaleb Johnson? Who are some young players that could step up this season? The duo also provide an update on what's happening on the Iowa recruiting trail. Let's dive into it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Portal Kirk is back and lands one of the biggest transfers of his career. On Thursday evening, Ohio State wide receiver Kaleb Brown announced that he'll be transferring to the Hawkeyes. It's the first Top-100 WR in the recruiting era to play for Iowa. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to give their instant reactions, full in-depth behind the scenes of how this all unfolded, what should be expected of Iowa and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iowa football is officially finished with spring football. April 22 was the Hawkeye spring game and HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock were in attendance. The duo breakdown what they saw on both sides of the ball, what Iowa needs to improve on during the summer months, who surprised them during the spring game and much, much more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Iowa spring game will take place on Saturday inside Kinnick Stadium and HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock will be there to absorb the action. The two of them discuss what they are looking for, who has to step up in the only public showcase this spring, big storylines ahead and more. Sean also provides and Iowa football recruiting update. The Hawkeyes land a pair of running backs, so what's next? Let's dive into it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Hawkeyes earned a big commitment from Valparaiso forward Ben Krikke on Monday morning. He committed to Iowa over the likes of Notre Dame, Vanderbilt, Nebraska, and Grand Canyon, among others. Listed at 6-foot-9, 235-pounds, Krikke averaged 19.4 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 2.1 assists for the Beacons this past season, and also shot 55.2 percent from the field and 79.2 percent from the free throw line. Following the commitment, HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to analyze what it means for the program, breakdown Krikke's game, what's next for Iowa and much more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In his first podcast following his career, former Iowa guard/forward Connor McCaffery hops on the Swarmcast to discuss his career, the rise of women's college basketball, his thoughts on how to improve officiating and answers numerous questions from fans. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Spring football is finally here and there are numerous storylines to watch for. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze takeaways from Kirk Ferentz's opening press conference, talk about their concerns for the spring, why this year's defense could be just as good as the 2022 version and much, much more. It's an eventful and storyline-riddled spring, so be sure to keep it locked into HawkeyeInsider and 247Sports. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iowa's 2022-2023 season has come to a close following a 83-75 loss to Auburn. The Hawkeyes are entering one of the most critical and intriguing offseasons in the Fran McCaffery era. Iowa loses Filip Rebraca, Connor McCaffery and very-likely Kris Murray. What's next for Iowa? HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock do a breakdown of what happened against Auburn, top storylines heading into the offseason and give a preview of what Iowa has to do in the NCAA Transfer Portal. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the fourth straight season, Iowa is back in the NCAA Tournament. The Hawkeyes are going up against former Iowa assistant coach Bruce Pearl. It's the first time that Iowa has faced Auburn in Football or basketball. It's the first time that Iowa basketball has traveled to the state of Alabama. Auburn247's Nathan King joins the Swarmcast to give Hawkeye fans the full scoop on the Tigers. He talks about Auburn's stellar defense, x-factors to the game, how Iowa can take advantage, keys to the game and much, much more in this loaded Swarmcast. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Want more college hoops insight and bracket advice? Download and follow the Eye on College Basketball podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere else you listen to podcasts. Gary Parrish and Cover 3's Chip Patterson preview the Midwest corner of the field of 68. Eye on College Basketball is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our team: @EyeonCBBPodcast @GaryParrishCBS @MattNorlander @Kyle_Boone @DavidWCobb @NataTheScribe Join the Eye On College Basketball Bracket Games. You can play in a men's or women’s bracket pool with friends and there are Men's and Women's Challenges where you can win a trip to each respective 2024 Final Four. PLUS, if players play in both the Men's and Women's Challenges, they will be entered to win a new electric crossover SUV (Nissan ARIYA) cbssports.com/eyeon You can listen to us on your smart speakers! Simply say, "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast," or "Hey, Google, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast." Email the show for any reason whatsoever: [email protected] Visit Eye on College Basketball's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeFb_xyBgOekQPZYC7Ijilw For more college hoops coverage, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Plain and simple, the Ferentz family runs Iowa Athletics. Don't believe it? Just look at Brian Ferentz's amended contract. David Eickholt of HawkeyeInsider joins Brandon Marcello to discuss the deal and break down why it signals that Iowa is striving just to be mediocre. Host: Brandon Marcello Guest: David Eickholt Follow or Subscribe to The College Football Daily on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Find the 247Sports podcast for your favorite team here! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iowa Athletics announced on Monday that Brian Ferentz will remain the team's offensive coordinator for the 2023 season. The contract amendments include a salary of $850,000, effective Feb. 1, 2023. The Designated Performance Objectives for the 2023 season include an average of at least 25 points per game and a minimum of seven wins, including regular season and a possible bowl game. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock dive into what it means for the team, why it's a terrible look and what's going to come next for the program. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz met with the media today to discuss the late signing period, but Wednesday's press conference wasn't about that. Kirk was pressed about the decision to retain offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz despite back-to-back seasons of finishing 117th in total offense or worse. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock take a deep dive into Wednesday's press conference, what should happen, what expectations should be and if Brian Ferentz is 100% on returning. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kaevon Merriweather is going down as one of the biggest leaders in recent Iowa history. From his productive on-field career to his stellar leadership through the 2020 racial disparity allegations, Merriweather is one of the more universally beloved Hawkeyes. The former zero-star recruit joins David Eickholt and the two of them go in-depth about this past season, his leadership and mentality during the 2020 COVID season, Kaevon being 'humbled' in 2019 and much, much more in his hilarious and insightful Swarmcast. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It has been an eventful few weeks for the Iowa Hawkeye football team. They have been attacking the transfer portal and have gotten some nice pieces to the mix. Still-- the Hawkeyes need to find more bodies for the wide receiver room or they could find themselves in the same situation as last spring. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock recap everything that has gone on over the past month for the Iowa football team, what is still coming and much more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iowa has finally signed its 2023 recruiting class! HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock break it all down. The 247Sports duo go in-depth on who they believe has the highest ceiling, who could be the steal of the class, what position group is the strongest and much, much more. They also go into a few more superlatives and talk about how the class all came together. It's a jam-packed episode of the Swarmcast. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The crown jewel of Iowa's 2023 recruiting class is no more. On Tuesday afternoon, five-star offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor publicly announced that he has flipped his commitment from the Hawkeyes to Alabama. Proctor committed to Iowa at the end of June and was thought to be Iowa's starting tackle in 2023. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock give Iowa fans their reaction, how it impacts things, where Iowa goes from here and David tells you why it doesn't hurt Iowa in the short term. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iowa continues to utilize the NCAA Transfer Portal for immediate upgrades. On Wednesday morning, Michigan tight end Erick All announced that he would be transferring to the Hawkeyes for next season. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to discuss what went into All committing, what it means behind the scenes, other targets around Iowa right now and how All's presence could help get Iowa back to where they want to be. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Hawkeyes throttle Iowa State 75-56 despite not having star forward Kris Murray. How did Iowa spark the big run, what stood out? HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to analyze the decisive victory on Thursday night. They also discuss what the latest is with Iowa in the NCAA Transfer Portal including hosting Nebraska LB transfer Ernest Hausmann for a visit. The duo also answer listeners' questions about what the offensive changes look like, if Lukas Van Ness will return and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices