The Big Ten Huddle Podcast

JR, Bleav
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The Big Ten Huddle is your go-to podcast for deep-dive coverage of Big Ten football and basketball. With expert analysis, game previews, and recaps from all 18 teams — including powerhouses like Michigan, Ohio State, USC, and Oregon — this show offers fans everything from recruiting updates to player breakdowns and coaching strategies. Our rotating lineup of partner podcast hosts brings fresh perspectives from across the conference, ensuring no team is left behind. Catch live episodes on YouTube every Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday at 9 PM ET, or listen to daily highlights released each weekday morning. Whether you’re tracking playoff odds, transfer news, or bowl projections, The Big Ten Huddle delivers timely, engaging content to keep fans informed year-round. Subscribe today and stay plugged into all things Big Ten.

  1. 3 Portal Rumors – Oregon Spring Ball Preview – Key Recruiting Battles

    18H AGO

    3 Portal Rumors – Oregon Spring Ball Preview – Key Recruiting Battles

    Dive into the latest Big Ten buzz! JR breaks down 3 basketball players rumored for the transfer portal: Andrej Stojaković at Illinois, Gabe Cupps at Ohio State, and Jackson Shelstad at Oregon. Plus, a deep Oregon football spring practices preview, 3 recruits predicted for Iowa (Mason Holloman, Tommy Ryadorn, Nate Brenneman), and unanimous 5-star David Gabriel Georges to Ohio State – signaling their serious NIL push. Illinois basketball news, illinois vs oregon, oregon vs illinois, aj redd, Andrej Stojaković, David Mirkovic, illinois basketball takeaways all covered! Join The Big Ten Huddle for non-stop coverage of the best conference in college sports! We're the fastest-growing channel for Big Ten football and basketball – hit subscribe for daily updates, recruiting scoops, and expert analysis. Follow us on X @TheBigTenHuddle for real-time news. Shoutout to Ryan for joining the Oregon preview discussion – check out his insights on Duck Territory! Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro & Channel Update 00:01:48 - Big Ten Basketball Transfer Rumors 00:14:23 - Oregon Football Spring Preview 00:29:28 - Iowa Recruiting Predictions 00:35:37 - Ohio State 5-Star Recruit & NIL Buzz 00:42:29 - Outro & Final Thoughts Don't miss out – like, comment your predictions below, and turn on notifications for more Big Ten action! #BigTen #CollegeFootball #CollegeBasketball #TransferPortal #Recruiting Shop at Homefield: https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=7872586.e3e1d25 Shop Big Ten Huddle Merch: https://the-big-ten-huddle-shop.fourthwall.com/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-big-ten-huddle-podcast/id1703305789 Subscribe for more Big Ten content! More Big Ten Football News: ⁨@jrs_BigTenFootballNews⁩ Big Ten Basketball News: ⁨@JRs_BigTenBasketballNews⁩ Follow us on social media: @TheBigTenHuddle Contact: jrsrankings@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    43 min
  2. One Reason For Optimism For Every Big Ten Team Entering Spring Practice

    1D AGO

    One Reason For Optimism For Every Big Ten Team Entering Spring Practice

    Join JR from The Big Ten Huddle and Zack Guggenheim as they dive into Big Ten football news with one reason for optimism for EVERY Big Ten team heading into spring practice. From Penn State's veteran QB Rocco Beck to Wisconsin's QB depth with Colton Joseph and Carter Smith, Washington's transfer continuity under Jed Fish, Indiana's returning starters like Kurtis Rourke, Maryland's pass rush boosts, UCLA's Nico Iamaleava leadership, and more—get the scoop on spring football positives across Ohio State, Michigan, Oregon, USC, Nebraska, Iowa, Purdue, Minnesota, Rutgers, Illinois, Northwestern, and the rest. Don't miss this Big Ten spring ball breakdown! In this episode, JR and Zack fix a hilarious SEC title slip-up, chat fan comments, and share bold takes on teams like Alabama's struggles vs. Big Ten rises. Perfect for fans craving Big Ten football news and spring practice insights. About The Big Ten Huddle: We're your go-to podcast for all things Big Ten sports! Hosted by JR (@TheBigTenHuddle on X), we cover football, basketball, and more with expert guests like Zack Guggenheim. Subscribe for weekly lives, breakdowns, and fan chats. Hit that bell for notifications on spring football updates and beyond. Shoutouts: Thanks to Zack Guggenheim for joining—follow him for more college football insights! Special nods to chat legends like Billy Tuesday, Max, Trojan Fight, and Fight On Natty for keeping it lively. Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro & SEC Title Gaffe Fix 00:02:00 - Fan Chat & Overall Optimism 00:03:09 - Penn State: Veteran QB Continuity 00:05:02 - Iowa: Schedule & Defensive Strength 00:05:48 - Wisconsin: QB Depth & Health 00:09:42 - Indiana: Returning Starters Boost 00:10:26 - Washington: Transfer Portal Wins 00:18:12 - Illinois: Coaching Stability & Recruits 00:20:21 - Nebraska: Offensive Line Improvements 00:20:33 - Michigan: Defensive Reload 00:20:33 - Michigan State: Portal Additions 00:22:11 - USC: Coaching Changes & Talent 00:22:25 - Ohio State: Elite Recruiting Class 00:22:25 - Oregon: Offensive Firepower 00:22:31 - UCLA: Nico Iamaleava's Leadership 00:22:38 - Maryland: Roster Returns & Pass Rush 00:22:48 - Northwestern: Defensive Continuity 00:35:26 - Purdue: New Era Energy 00:47:27 - Rutgers: Running Game Depth 00:52:01 - Minnesota: Veteran Experience 00:58:45 - Fan Q&A and Bold Predictions 01:01:15 - Wrap-Up & Pizza Banter Check out our merch: NCAA Stink shirts, SEC Hypothetical Hats, and more at [link to store]. For business: thebigtenhuddle@gmail.com. #BigTenFootball #SpringPractice #BigTenSpringBall Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 10m
  3. Big Ten Bubble Teams Update -- Why SEC Is Aligning with the 24-Team Playoff

    2D AGO

    Big Ten Bubble Teams Update -- Why SEC Is Aligning with the 24-Team Playoff

    Big Ten Basketball news and Bubble update! JR dives into Big Ten bubble teams like Ohio State basketball, Iowa basketball, UCLA basketball, Indiana basketball, and USC basketball with expert Jason Carmelo. Then, explore Big Ten football news on college football playoffs, the 24-team playoff proposal, Big Ten vs SEC rivalry, Josh Heupel, Kirby Smart, Chris Doering, ESPN playoffs, SEC playoffs, and Big Ten playoffs. Don't miss this insider chat! Welcome to The Big Ten Huddle, your daily source for all things Big Ten sports! Hosted by JR, we break down basketball, football, and more with expert guests. We're presented by Vandal – check them out for premium gear. Subscribe for daily episodes, hit the like button, and comment below for a chance to win Home Field apparel (up to $100 value) at the end of the month. Use our affiliate link in the bio for Home Field merch discounts. Special thanks to Jason Carmelo from Big Underdog for joining us – follow him @BigUnderdogBlog and visit big-underdog.com for bracketology insights. Love the show? Leave a 5-star review on your podcast platform or YouTube comments to enter our giveaway. Join our community: Follow @TheBigTenHuddle on X (Twitter) for live updates, polls, and more Big Ten discussions. Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro & Show Overview 00:01:32 - Bracketology with Jason Carmelo 00:02:00 - Iowa & UCLA Bubble Outlook 00:06:09 - Ohio State Bubble Update 00:09:58 - Indiana Path to Tournament 00:12:05 - USC's Faint Tournament Hopes 00:15:30 - Other Conferences Impacting Big Ten 00:19:20 - Big Ten Tournament Predictions 00:21:26 - Outro & Thanks to Jason 00:21:34 - SEC Warming to Big Ten 24-Team Playoff 00:23:31 - Coaches' Perspectives on Expansion 00:25:58 - ESPN & Revenue Angles 00:27:47 - Big Ten-SEC Alliance Benefits 00:29:23 - Historical Playoff Evolution & Wrap-Up Stay tuned for more episodes – we hardly take a day off! #BigTenHuddle #BigTenBasketball #CollegeFootballPlayoffs Shop at Homefield: https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=7872586.e3e1d25 Shop Big Ten Huddle Merch: https://the-big-ten-huddle-shop.fourthwall.com/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-big-ten-huddle-podcast/id1703305789 Subscribe for more Big Ten content! More Big Ten Football News: ⁨@jrs_BigTenFootballNews⁩ Big Ten Basketball News: ⁨@JRs_BigTenBasketballNews⁩ Follow us on social media: @TheBigTenHuddle Contact: jrsrankings@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    36 min
  4. NEW: NCAA Drops BOMBSHELL by PUNISHING Transfer Portal in Collegiate Athletics Forever

    3D AGO

    NEW: NCAA Drops BOMBSHELL by PUNISHING Transfer Portal in Collegiate Athletics Forever

    Big Ten Huddle: NCAA Rules Overhaul – Harsher Penalties Incoming! In this episode, JR and Zack break down the latest NCAA rules, including new NCAA penalties for transfer portal violations in football, a broader crackdown on tampering across college sports, and changes to targeting penalties in football. We also touch on Big Ten basketball news and how these updates could reshape the conference. Don't miss the insights on roster cuts, coach suspensions, and more! The Big Ten Huddle Podcast provides daily coverage of Big Ten Football and Men's Basketball. Part of @bleavnetwork. Live Sun. & Tues. @ 9 pm ET on YouTube – subscribe for more Big Ten news, analysis, and fun discussions! Chapters: 00:00:01 - Intro and Hosts' Banter 00:02:34 - Michigan Athletic Department Issues 00:07:17 - NCAA Penalties Overview 00:07:32 - Harsher Transfer Portal Violations in Football 00:21:58 - Broader Tampering Crackdown Across Sports 00:37:41 - Changes to Targeting Penalties 00:47:38 - Other Rule Updates (Socks, Free Kicks) 00:52:28 - Fun Segment: Best Football Movies 00:57:16 - Outro and Teasers Shoutout to our community for the lively chat – join us next time! For collaborations or questions, reach out to JR (@TheBigTenHuddle). #BigTen #NCAARules #NewNCAAPenalties #TamperingCrackdown #BigTenBasketballNews #CollegeFootball ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5102755454124032 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1 hr
  5. Bubble Teams Robbed! – Indiana Tops Big Ten NIL Spenders – Big Ten & SEC Alliance

    6D AGO

    Bubble Teams Robbed! – Indiana Tops Big Ten NIL Spenders – Big Ten & SEC Alliance

    Big Ten News Alert: SEC Cheating Edges Out Big Ten Bubble Teams in NCAA Tournament! Dive into JR's breakdown on The Big Ten Huddle where he exposes how the SEC benefits from rules loopholes, hurting Big Ten basketball teams like Ohio State, Indiana, and USC on the NCAA tournament bubble. Plus, top Big Ten football transfer portal spenders revealed, from Indiana's NIL dominance to Ohio State's reload. Finally, the Big Ten vs SEC alliance teams up against Cody Campbell's Saving College Sports push – white paper drama unpacked! #BigTenBasketball #BigTenNews #NCAATournamentBubble #BigTenBubbleTeams #IndianaBasketball #USCBasketball #OhioStateBasketball #SECBubbleTeams #BigTenTransferPortal #TopSpenders #BigTenNIL #BigTenTopSpenders #BigTenVsSEC #BigTenSECAlliance #CodyCampbell #SavingCollegeSports #BigTenSECWhitePaper #SECWhitePaper #BigTenWhitePaper Join The Big Ten Huddle for daily deep dives into Big Ten football, basketball, and conference realignment news. We're your go-to source for unfiltered takes, expert analysis, and fan-driven discussions. Hosted by JR, we cover everything from NIL deals to playoff battles – no hype, just real talk. Subscribe now for more episodes like this and hit the bell for notifications! Comment below: Who's your top Big Ten transfer spender? Shoutout to Ross Dellinger for killer reporting on the white paper – follow him for more insider scoops. Thanks to Pete Nakos for the transfer insights. Support the show: Use our Homefield Apparel link in the bio for Big Ten merch – $100 giveaway entry with every comment or 5-star review! Listen on podcasts: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more. Give us a 5-star rating! Connect with us: Follow @TheBigTenHuddle on X for live updates. Video Chapters: 00:00 - Intro & Episode Overview 02:02 - SEC Cheating Hurts Big Ten NCAA Bubble Teams 11:22 - Top Big Ten Football Transfer Portal Spenders 20:54 - Big Ten & SEC Team Up vs Cody Campbell 31:23 - Outro & Final Thoughts Shop at Homefield: https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=7872586.e3e1d25 Shop Big Ten Huddle Merch: https://the-big-ten-huddle-shop.fourthwall.com/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-big-ten-huddle-podcast/id1703305789 Subscribe for more Big Ten content! More Big Ten Football News: ⁨@jrs_BigTenFootballNews⁩ Big Ten Basketball News: ⁨@JRs_BigTenBasketballNews⁩ Follow us on social media: @TheBigTenHuddle Contact: jrsrankings@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    32 min
  6. 10 B1G Stars Ready to EXPLODE at NFL Combine | Should Indiana Fire DeVries | SEC BREAKAWAY THREAT

    FEB 26

    10 B1G Stars Ready to EXPLODE at NFL Combine | Should Indiana Fire DeVries | SEC BREAKAWAY THREAT

    Big Ten Football News meets NFL Combine 2026! Drew Allar, Luke Altmyer, Denzel Boston, Ja'Kobi Lane, Kaden Wetjen, Kenyon Sadiq, Arvell Reese, Davison Igbinosun, Tacario Davis, D’Angelo Pons — JR breaks down the 10 Big Ten players with the MOST to prove at the NFL Combine. Plus Indiana basketball drama: should fans fire Darian DeVries after the Northwestern loss at Assembly Hall? And why the SEC breakaway from NCAA is impossible without the Big Ten — SEC silo talk, NCAA breakaway rumors, and the Big Ten SEC combination explained. Chapters 00:00 Intro & Show Overview 00:45 10 Big Ten Players With Most to Prove at NFL Combine 12:12 Indiana vs Northwestern Loss — Fire Darren DeVries? 22:27 Why SEC Won’t Break Away from NCAA Without Big Ten 32:29 Outro, Comments & Home Field Giveaway Daily Big Ten basketball and football coverage you can count on. Hosted by JR from Indianapolis and presented by FanDuel. Drop your take in the comments: • Which Big Ten player shocks the Combine most? • Fire DeVries or give him time? • Will SEC ever leave NCAA alone? Every comment + 5-star review enters you to win FREE Home Field apparel (up to $100 value) at the end of the month! Thanks for watching The Big Ten Huddle — where we never miss a day of Big Ten talk. Like, subscribe, and we’ll see you tomorrow! Shop at Homefield: https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=7872586.e3e1d25 Shop Big Ten Huddle Merch: https://the-big-ten-huddle-shop.fourthwall.com/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-big-ten-huddle-podcast/id1703305789 Subscribe for more Big Ten content! More Big Ten Football News: ⁨@jrs_BigTenFootballNews⁩ Big Ten Basketball News: ⁨@JRs_BigTenBasketballNews⁩ Follow us on social media: @TheBigTenHuddle Contact: jrsrankings@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    33 min
  7. Ryan Day DEMOTED Below Cignetti? 2026 Big Ten Head Coach Rankings

    FEB 25

    Ryan Day DEMOTED Below Cignetti? 2026 Big Ten Head Coach Rankings

    JR and Zack drop their full Big Ten football head coach rankings for 2026! Big Ten Football News featuring the best Big Ten head coach Curt Cignetti at #1, Ryan Day, Dan Lanning, Kirk Ferentz climbing to top 4, Bret Bielema, Kyle Whittingham, Lincoln Riley, Pat Fitzgerald, and massive debates on every spot. Who got snubbed? Who’s too high? Full rankings + why we’re lockstep on the top 8. Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro & Welcome to Big Ten Huddle 00:06:25 - Zach’s 2026 Big Ten Head Coach Rankings (Full List) 00:12:14 - JR’s Full Big Ten Coach Rankings (18 to 1) 00:20:30 - Big Debates: Whittingham, Riley, Fitzgerald & More 00:33:52 - Fan Chat Reactions & Hot Takes 00:52:32 - Final Thoughts on Fickle, Chesney & 2026 Outlook 00:56:54 - Outro & Home Field Apparel Giveaway The Big Ten Huddle brings you the most honest, in-depth Big Ten football analysis every week — rankings, recruiting, transfer portal, game predictions, and more. New episodes every Tuesday & Thursday. Hit LIKE if you agree with our top 5, drop your own rankings in the comments, and subscribe so you never miss a Big Ten breakdown! #BigTenFootball #BigTenHeadCoachRankings #CurtCignetti #RyanDay #KirkFerentz #LincolnRiley #BretBielema #BigTenNews ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5102755454124032 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    57 min
  8. Ranking the Top 10 Big Ten Games – Iowa QB Recruiting – Josh Pate Wrong on Curt Cignetti... Again

    FEB 24

    Ranking the Top 10 Big Ten Games – Iowa QB Recruiting – Josh Pate Wrong on Curt Cignetti... Again

    Big Ten Football News: Top 10 Big Ten games 2026, best big ten games including ohio state vs indiana, oregon vs michigan, ohio state vs usc, indiana vs michigan. Iowa football recruiting news explodes with Tradon Bessinger, Jake Nawrot iowa quarterback, Tim Lester. Why josh pate wrong on josh pate curt cignetti head coach rankings for indiana in the Big Ten Huddle! JR ranks his official Top 10 must-watch Big Ten games for the 2026 season (Ohio State at Indiana is #1 for a reason), breaks down the massive Iowa QB recruiting surge with Tradon Bessinger already on campus and Jake Nawrot looking like the next Hawkeye star, then goes off on why Josh Pate still hasn’t learned his lesson with that disrespectful Curt Cignetti ranking. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to the Big Ten Huddle 02:22 My Official Top 10 Big Ten Games of 2026 16:36 Iowa QB Recruiting Heating Up – Jake Nawrot & Tradon Bessinger 25:36 Josh Pate’s Head Coach Rankings – Why Curt Cignetti Deserves #1 36:32 Outro & Sweepstakes Info Welcome to The Big Ten Huddle with JR – your go-to spot for Big Ten Football News, recruiting breakdowns, game previews, and unfiltered takes every week. Presented by FanDuel. Drop a comment with your own Top 10 or head coach rankings for a shot at winning $100 Home Field apparel at the end of the month! Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode. Follow us on X, Instagram & TikTok @TheBigTenHuddle for daily Big Ten content. Let’s talk ball – what game are YOU most hyped for in 2026? Shop at Homefield: https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=7872586.e3e1d25 Shop Big Ten Huddle Merch: https://the-big-ten-huddle-shop.fourthwall.com/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-big-ten-huddle-podcast/id1703305789 Subscribe for more Big Ten content! More Big Ten Football News: ⁨@jrs_BigTenFootballNews⁩ Big Ten Basketball News: ⁨@JRs_BigTenBasketballNews⁩ Follow us on social media: @TheBigTenHuddle Contact: jrsrankings@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    37 min
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The Big Ten Huddle is your go-to podcast for deep-dive coverage of Big Ten football and basketball. With expert analysis, game previews, and recaps from all 18 teams — including powerhouses like Michigan, Ohio State, USC, and Oregon — this show offers fans everything from recruiting updates to player breakdowns and coaching strategies. Our rotating lineup of partner podcast hosts brings fresh perspectives from across the conference, ensuring no team is left behind. Catch live episodes on YouTube every Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday at 9 PM ET, or listen to daily highlights released each weekday morning. Whether you’re tracking playoff odds, transfer news, or bowl projections, The Big Ten Huddle delivers timely, engaging content to keep fans informed year-round. Subscribe today and stay plugged into all things Big Ten.

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