Swarmcast: An Iowa Hawkeyes podcast

The Hawkeyes are traveling to Columbus, Ohio to take on the No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze the matchup, give their thoughts about what they want to see out of Iowa, answer some mailbag questions, the importance of showing something.... anything fresh out of the bye week and much, much more. The duo also discuss what three former Iowa players would they take on this year's offense to help give it a jump start. 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 their bye week of the 2022 season and are traveling to Columbus, Ohio to take on the mighty Buckeyes of Ohio State. Bucknuts' Patrick Murphy joins the Swarmcast to give fans a true glimpse at this year's Buckeye team. Murphy goes into great detail about what makes this Ohio State offense so dynamic, reminisce about Iowa's 55-24 win over the Buckeyes in 2017 and why the Buckeyes are using that as motivation, 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

It has been a frustrating season for the Iowa offense. On Wednesday, Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz met with the media for an intense line of questioning. The Hawkeyes coordinator talked about why he won't make a change at quarterback, what are the steps they can immediately take to become a decent offense and much, much more. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze the press conference, what's needed for Iowa, their reaction and a lot 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

Despite forcing three turnovers and having numerous opportunities to score, Iowa's offense couldn't muster up anything against the Fightin Illini defense. How did the Hawkeyes get to this point? HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock take a step back and evaluate Kirk Ferentz's press conference, discuss a defense that has been under-appreciated due to offensive woes and what the outlook is like for the rest 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

HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt previews Saturday's primetime showdown between Illinois and Iowa football with IlliniInquirer's Jeremy Werner. Werner gives fans the scoop about the Illini's elite rushing attack, Tommy DeVito's stability at quarterback, the defense and why this would be a program-changing win for Illinois. Eickholt breaks down what makes Iowa's defense so good and Iowa's offensive struggles. He also discusses the keys to the matchup and what this game means for Iowa. 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 is fresh off a 27-14 loss to No. 4 Michigan. It's only the second loss that Iowa has suffered inside Kinnick Stadium against a top-five team since 2008. The Hawkeyes' offense failed to get anything going until garbage time and the defense wasn't up to par for the first half, but turned it around in the second. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock breakdown what happened against the Wolverines, what are some things they can do to fix it and give their unfiltered opinion on the state of the team. 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 rematch of the 2021 Big Ten Title when Michigan comes to Iowa City hoping to escape with a win. The Hawkeyes are 5-1 in their last six games against AP top-five opponents. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock dive into the matchup. What should Iowa do on offense? Is this year's defense better than last years? Will Phil Parker's defense be able to rattle a young JJ McCarthy. The duo dive into every detail of the matchup and give their final prediction of the biggest game of the year. 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

Another top-five showdown inside Kinnick Stadium as the Hawkeyes will host No. 4 Michigan on Saturday morning. That's why we are having Alejandro Zuniga of MichiganInsider on the Swarmcast to give us the full scoop on the Wolverines. He talks about JJ McCarthy at quarterback, early issues with Michigan's defense, how he sees the game going and gives Iowa fans everything they need to know about the Wolverines before the big showdown. Iowa has had this game circled since the end of the 2021 season and that time is coming closer and closer. 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 put up 27 points and handily defeat Rutgers 27-10 in the Big Ten opener. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up for an instant reaction podcast to breakdown everything that happened. Iowa's offense shows some life, Cooper DeJean emerging as an all-Big Ten caliber member of the secondary, offensive line grows up, Tory Taylor wins the punting battle of the century and much, much more in this loaded breakdown. 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 27-0 win over Nevada. It wasn't pretty and the game took seven hours due to weather delays, but Iowa seems pleased with some steps that they took during the matchup. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock give their biggest takeaways from Iowa's shutout win. They discuss the standout players including Kaleb Johnson and Cooper DeJean. After they put a bow on that conversation, they dive into the Rutgers matchup and some topics that were talked about during Iowa's media availability. 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 offense may be struggling, but the Hawkeyes' recruiting is strong in the 2023 cycle. Sean Bock of HawkeyeInsider.com joins Blair Angulo to discuss Iowa's efforts on the trail and how they are still recruiting top talent on offense, even with their play on the field. Host: Blair Angulo Guest: Sean Bock 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

HawkeyeInsider's Sean Bock continues his preview series regarding Iowa's opponents with NevadaSportsNet's Chris Murray. The duo go back-and-forth about the Wolf Pack's young team. A 6-foot-9 quarterback? What are some of the strengths and weaknesses to Nevada? How will their style match up with Iowa? Final Prediction? Let's dive into the Wolf Pack and see if the Iowa offense can find some way to get going this 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

After an all-time bad start on offense, Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz has double/tripled down on Spencer Petras as Iowa's starting quarterback. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock have a lot to say about the topic. The duo discuss what's going on behind the scenes, the comments made by Ferentz today and try to offer some clarity about what is actually going on. The temperature of the fanbase is approaching nuclear levels and this decision might make it over the top. 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 offense is broken and is the worst in the country by total yards and points. About 24 hours after the loss to Iowa State, HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to talk about what else... other than the offense. What should Kirk and Brian Ferentz do next week heading into Nevada? Former players tweeting out about how Iowa's offense is sucking the love of football away from them and much, much more. No holding back-- it's time for an honest reflection. 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 this episode, insider Nick Osen was joined by Iowa Hawkeyes' reporter David Eickholt of Hawkeye Insider, part of the 247 Sports network. Nick and David did a deep dive on the upcoming Iowa-Iowa State game, at Kinnick Stadium. The two reporters hit on a vast number of topics, including: why Iowa has dominated the series in terms of wins and losses as of late, how injuries could shape some of the top matchups in this one, off-the-radar stars, and of course, keys to the game for each team to win. To wrap up the show, Nick and David also gave their predictions for what is shaping up to be a terrific game on Saturday. Currently, the line for the game sits at around 3.5 points, with Iowa favored at home. 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 hosting Iowa State for the first time since 2018. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to analyze this game. How much wiggle room does Spencer Petras have before Iowa makes a quarterback change? Can Iowa's defense put enough pressure on Iowa State quarterback Hunter Dekkers to rattle him? What are the keys for the Hawkeyes to come away with a big win and gain some offensive momentum? We dive into all that and much more in this loaded podcast. 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 1-0, but it was far from the prettiest thing imaginable. Phil Parker's defense was locked-in, but Iowa's offense somehow went backwards after last year's lackluster performance. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock instantly recap what happened on Saturday inside Kinnick Stadium. Iowa's offensive problems are the worst it has been since 1979. Is it all on Spencer Petras? Will Iowa consider making a change at quarterback? Where do the Hawkeyes go from here. 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

247Sports' HawkeyeInsider is launching a new podcast series this season. Each week, an opposing beat writer will join the Swarmcast to give their take on the upcoming matchup. This week, we have Sam Herder of HeroSports.com joining the pod to breakdown South Dakota State. The Hawkeyes aren't overlooking this FCS opponent, who has traditionally been one of the top teams in the FCS. Despite losing a lot of production, they return a plethora of talent. Herder gives Iowa fans the best insight heading into Saturday'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

It's officially game-week and HawkeyeInsider has you fully covered. 247Sports' David Eickholt and Sean Bock give their final predictions for each game of the 2022 regular season. Can Iowa make the Orange Bowl? It's entirely possible. Breaking down each matchup, thoughts about it, the Hawkeyes loaded back-half of the schedule and much more. Get excited... football is back in full swing. 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 Iowa Hawkeye football season is only 10 days away and HawkeyeInsider is all over it. With Fall Camp coming to an end, David Eickholt and Sean Bock give their takes about what their thoughts are about camp. What are some things that we learned? Where are there still concerns? Who raised their stock throughout camp. The Big Season Preview Episode will be next week, but let's put a bow on fall camp. Football season is 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

Iowa held its only fall open practice on Saturday and they were impressive? HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze some of the big takeaways from the day. Quarterbacks Spencer Petras and Alex Padilla show growth, Iowa's true freshmen class impresses and our expectations for the offense in 2022. The duo breakdown every position group and give their overall thoughts about Iowa. Next time they see them... it'll be on September 3 against South Dakota 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 basketball team continues to roll in the recruiting world. On Saturday, four-star wing Pryce Sandfort announced his commitment to Fran McCaffery and company. David Eickholt and Sean Bock go into detail about how this wasn't a slam dunk for Iowa, analyze Pryce's game and what he can bring to the table. The duo also give the latest intel surrounding top Iowa target JP Estrella. Are the Hawkeyes in the driver's seat? Let's dive into all of that... 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

HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock were in Indianapolis over the past couple of days to get the scoop on the Hawkeye football team for Big Ten Media Days. The two HawkeyeInsider's team up to discuss what the word is from Indy, Kirk Ferentz's concerns with the future of college football, other notable things that stuck out to us during the two days and much more. Football season is close... 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 Iowa Hawkeyes have officially landed the nation's No. 1 OT in Kadyn Proctor. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock break down the significance of this addition, argue that Iowa's 2023 OL class might be among the best in the country, what Proctor's commitment could do moving forward and much more. A short, but jam-packed episode. 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

2023 five-star offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor has committed to the Iowa Hawkeyes! Allen Trieu joins Blair Angulo to talk about Proctor's decision, discuss the immediate impact he can have for Iowa, and break down what this means for Hawkeyes in the long run! Host: Blair Angulo Guest: Allen Trieu 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

One of the biggest days in Iowa offseason history happened on Thursday. Iowa landed No. 51 overall recruit Cooper Koch in the 2024 class and they landed three-star point guard Brock Harding in 2023. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock discuss the pair of commitments, what it means to the future of Iowa basketball and analyzes each player. The duo also talk about Keegan Murray going No. 4 overall in the 2022 NBA Draft to the Sacramento Kings. Does Murray have a realistic shot at winning Rookie of the Year? What will he average in his first year? Let's talk. 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 months of analyzing Brock Harding, the Iowa staff extended an offer to the talented Illinois native. Harding is high school teammates with forward commit Owen Freeman and they should be one of the more impressive teams in the state. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to give their thoughts on the offer, what it means for Iowa's 2023 class, how Harding could fit in with the Hawkeyes and give Iowa fans all the info that they need. 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

Kadyn Proctor, the nation's number one offensive tackle by 247Sports, has trimmed his college options down to two. Alabama and Iowa are at the top for the highly-touted five-star. The Hawkeyes will get an official visit from Proctor next weekend and HawkeyeInsider is all over it. David Eickholt and Sean Bock breakdown why the change in Proctor's visit schedule happened, where the Hawkeyes stand, if they can seal the deal next weekend 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 Hawkeyes earned a big-time commitment from four-star running back Kendrick Raphael following his official visit to Iowa this past weekend. Ladell Betts continues to get it done on the recruiting trail. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock give their take on Betts' impact, Kendrick Raphael's game and how it translates to Iowa, and gives fans a full look into the world of Iowa recruiting. This is full of information that any die-hard Hawkeye fan will need to know. 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

Keegan Murray's story continues to get better. This week, it was reported that Keegan has been invited to the NBA Green Room, which is reserved for the top picks in the NBA Draft. Murray is likely to become Iowa's highest drafted player ever. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt gives Iowa fans what they need to know ahead of the NBA Draft. What he's hearing from NBA personnel surrounding where Murray could be drafted, what teams would best fit him 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 worst-kept secret in Iowa has officially become headline news. Former Iowa guard Matt Gatens has been hired by Fran McCaffery and will be Iowa's next assistant coach. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock instantly react to the news by describing how he was a 'home-run' hire, perfect fit culture-wise and if he could potentially become Iowa's next head coach. You won't want to miss this loaded 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

Iowa lands another standout in-state prospect in David Caulker. A huge addition to Iowa's 2023 class and the defensive line continues to trend upwards. HawkeyeInsiders David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze Caulker's commitment, his game and much more. After, Sean provides a full recruiting breakdown of all of Iowa's 2023 recruiting efforts as a huge official visit month starts this weekend. You won't find more Iowa info in such a short amount of time. 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

Some huge news out of the Iowa basketball world as Jon Rothstein reports that the Iowa Hawkeyes will take on the Duke Blue Devils inside Madison Square Garden. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock quickly gather their initial thoughts about the matchup, what this means for the brand of Hawkeye basketball, how much will this could impact recruiting 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

Huge news in the Iowa basketball world as Kris Murray announced on Wednesday that he will return to the Hawkeyes next season. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze what Kris' return means to the team, Iowa's outlook in 2023, other top teams in the Big Ten and what's realistic to expect out of next year's squad. 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

Some surprising news out of the Iowa football program on Wednesday as Big Ten Returner of the Year Charlie Jones has entered the NCAA Transfer Portal. Despite going through spring practice with the Hawkeyes and potentially having a bigger role with the offense in 2022, Jones believes that he can best utilize his opportunities elsewhere. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to discuss every factor following Jones' transfer, where he might go next and much more. The duo also touch on the news that 2022 DB signee Olando Trader will not be part of Iowa's class. 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

As fast as spring football started, it is coming to a close on Saturday when Iowa hosts its final practice of the season inside Kinnick Stadium. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to give fans an in-depth final glance at the storylines prior to the spring practice. What are some of the things they are looking for? How much can people truly read into one practice? Who are some of the players that they want to see step up? It's been a storyline-filled offseason for the Hawkeyes and Saturday should provide a solid glimpse on where the team is at heading into the summer. 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

Some major breaking news on Thursday when top Iowa transfer target Fardaws Aimaq dropped his final five schools. The highly-coveted center out of Utah Valley is down to Washington, Gonzaga, Iowa, Texas and Texas Tech. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to deliver the latest on Aimaq. What did Iowa say to him during the recruiting pitch? What are the Hawkeyes' chances? How would Aimaq impact next year's expectations and fit in Fran McCaffery's system. A loaded episode in what could be a huge addition to the 2023 Hawkeyes. 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 was a tale of two units for Iowa in 2021 as too often the Hawkeyes' dominant defense had to carry a less than average offense. Heading into 2022, pressure is on OC Brian Ferentz to move the offense forward and to finally get some stability at the game's most important position. Host: Lance Glinn 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 spring football is in full swing and the Hawkeyes allowed the media to sit in for about 35 minutes on Tuesday. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze what they saw out of Spencer Petras and the quarterbacks, running backs and give a rundown of every position group. There's a sense of confidence and calmness with the way the team was operating and seems more put together than the 2021 spring ball according to a couple of Hawkeyes. A loaded episode giving the latest. 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 a day that was supposed to be filled with Hawkeye football... Iowa basketball took the spotlight. Top-10 and potentially top-five pick Keegan Murray has officially declared for the 2022 NBA Draft. Thirty minutes later, point guard Joe Toussaint announced his intention to transfer away from the program. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock take a deep dive into those things and much more including: Kris Murray's decision, Filip Rebraca returning, what should Iowa do in the NCAA Transfer Portal. You don't want to miss this filled 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

Spring football is in full swing for the Iowa Hawkeyes and there's a new member on the staff. Former Wisconsin quarterbacks coach and Colorado State offensive coordinator Jon Budmayr has been hired by Kirk Ferentz as an offensive analyst. How big of a deal is it? How much freedom will he have? HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock dive into that and a few other topics. Logan Jones is now at center and a pair of Hawkeyes depart from 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

With basketball season done, all Hawkeye fans shift their attention to spring football, which is one that isn't going to lack storylines. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to deliver their latest analysis on everything heading into spring football. The latest with the quarterback position, taking a deep dive into Iowa's offense, who replaces Dane Belton at the CASH and how will Iowa's defensive line look? Lots of exciting topics as it truly feels like the calendar has turned to a new year. 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

Download and follow Eye on College Basketball for the most comprehensive March Madness coverage including complete bracket breakdowns and nightly game recaps! You can find the Eye on College Basketball podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else podcasts are found. Thursday is ALMOST. HERE. We're less than 24 hours out from the full field of 64 games starting. So, Gary and Matt have decided to spoil the entire tournament for you: The duo spends much of the episode breaking down the entire bracket, all the way to the championship game in New Orleans. PLUS: Norlander goes solo on the back end and takes listener questions galore on the bracket. Huge ep ahead. READ: Norlander - NCAA numbers to know READ: Gary and Matt's picks for every region JOIN THE Eye On College Basketball March Madness Bracket Group (03:03) - West Bracket Breakdown (22:45) - Eastern Bracket Breakdown (35:43) - South Bracket Breakdown (47:46) - Midwest Bracket Breakdown (01:00:41) - Norlander's NCAA Mailbag 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 hottest teams in the country. After winning four games in four days, Iowa was named Big Ten Tournament champions. Shortly after, they were named a No. 5 seed in the Midwest region. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze how the Hawkeyes turned their season around, keys to winning the Big Ten, give their ceiling about where this Iowa team can go in March 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 Iowa Hawkeyes coaching staff is filled out once again. On Wednesday, Iowa announced that former star linebacker Abdul Hodge will take over as acting tight ends coach. With that move, Iowa offensive coordinator will assume the role of quarterbacks coach as well. Iowa is doubling down on Brian Ferentz, what does this mean? Sean Bock also recaps the latest from the Iowa recruiting trail after spending a couple of days in the St. Louis area interviewing some of the Hawkeyes' top targets. The duo close out the show by talking some Iowa basketball. 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 2023 football recruiting class continues to be off to a roaring start. On Friday morning, in-state standout Alex Mota announced his commitment to the Hawkeyes. David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to give insight to how this all happened, what changed in the recruitment, who might be next in the class and much more. The duo also dive into what new defensive lineman Chase Brackney brings to the table. 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

Breaking news out of the Iowa football world when the program announced that quarterbacks coach Ken O'Keefe has stepped down from the role. He'll remain on staff in an off-field capacity. HawkeyeInsiders' David Eickholt and Sean Bock react to the news, what it means for Iowa, give some names to look out for and what impact it will have on recruiting. A loaded 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

David Eickholt and Sean Bock from HawkeyeInsider team up on the second national signing day to recap Iowa's late additions, their thoughts about the 2022 class and take a deep dive into the 2023 class. The Hawkeyes are in on several top targets in 2023. Is there a possibility to finish with a top-25 class? Sean goes into great detail about the recruitments of five-star OT Kadyn Proctor, four-star Kyler Kasper and several other targets. David also explains why getting Kyler Kasper would help vault them on the national recruiting landscape. 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 NFL decisions are all in. On Friday morning, consensus all-American center Tyler Linderbaum announced that he will forgo the remainder of his eligibility and declared for the 2022 NFL Draft. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock react to the news, discuss other decisions from Iowa players and suggest that this off-season might be the most interesting and storyline-riddled offseason since they both began covering the Hawkeyes. 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 as David Eickholt and Sean Bock of HawkeyeInsider take a close look at the schedule changes to Iowa football. The HawkeyeInsider crew discuss why this schedule sets up better for Iowa in the long run, what the expectations should be for the Hawkeyes next season and more. After winning the Big Ten West in 2021, does the West run through Iowa City? 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