The Big Ten Huddle Podcast

JR, Bleav
  • 4.3 (39)
  • Football
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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. 11h ago

    Big Ten Football Week 6 Preview & Picks | UCLA vs Oregon | Indiana vs Nebraska | Iowa vs Washington

    Big Ten football news: Nebraska vs Indiana leads our Week 6 predictions as Matt Rhule, Anthony Colandrea and the Huskers face Indiana. Plus UCLA vs Oregon, Iowa vs Washington, USC vs Penn State, Minnesota vs Purdue, Ohio State vs Maryland and more. Nebraska has improved—but has it actually proven enough to justify the confidence surrounding the Huskers? We break down why Indiana is Nebraska's real prove-it game, including the Huskers' rushing attack, passing efficiency, penalty problems and the matchup with Indiana's defense. Jon and Zack also preview and predict UCLA-Oregon, Iowa-Washington, USC-Penn State, Minnesota-Purdue, Maryland-Ohio State, Illinois-Michigan State and Northwestern-Ball State on The Big Ten Huddle, presented by FanDuel. 0:00 Late-Night Big Ten Huddle 2:53 Nebraska Fans Are Feeling Confident 3:36 UCLA vs Oregon Preview & Prediction 18:47 Indiana vs Nebraska — The Prove-It Game 37:16 Commercial Break 37:35 Iowa vs Washington Preview & Prediction 47:06 USC vs Penn State White Out 54:51 Minnesota vs Purdue Upset Danger 1:01:37 Maryland vs Ohio State O-Line Test 1:05:31 Illinois vs Michigan State 1:09:41 Northwestern vs Ball State 1:12:19 Final Thoughts & Week 6 Wrap-Up Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Big Ten Football Week 6 Preview & Picks | UCLA vs Oregon | Indiana vs Nebraska | Iowa vs Washington

  2. 19h ago

    Indiana Just Got a DOUBLE DOES of Great News vs Nebraska

    Indiana football has two major advantages heading into the Nebraska game. We break down the math behind the matchup. We are looking at why Indiana football is positioned well for this upcoming contest. Rather than relying on player hype, we analyze the specific performance traits that align perfectly against Nebraska football. This deep look at the numbers shows exactly how these teams stack up on the field. Our analysis focuses on the data-driven advantages that could dictate the flow of the game. By examining recent Big Ten matchups, we clarify what these trends signal for the final result. This college football analysis provides a clear picture of the strategic edge Indiana holds before kickoff. Subscribe for weekly Big Ten football breakdowns, and let us know in the comments if you think Indiana can cover the spread against Nebraska. 0:00 The Strategic Edge for Indiana 0:53 Nebraska's Rushing Identity 2:03 Indiana's Defensive Wall 4:43 The Discipline Factor 9:03 Three Keys to Watch Early 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.

    Indiana Just Got a DOUBLE DOES of Great News vs Nebraska

  3. 22h ago

    Does Kyle Whittingham Actually Believe in Bryce Underwood?

    Is the Michigan coaching staff actually invested in Bryce Underwood? We break down the tension surrounding the QB situation. There is a growing concern regarding the trajectory of Bryce Underwood and whether the current Michigan football leadership has a clear plan to help him succeed. We analyze the latest signals from the sidelines to determine if the development of this quarterback is being prioritized or if the staff has other motives at play this season. Beyond the immediate drama, we examine how these coaching decisions impact the team's overall outlook. By looking at the performance data and recent game management, we cut through the speculation to see if the Wolverines are setting their signal caller up for long-term success or if this relationship is headed for a major disconnect. Subscribe for weekly Big Ten football breakdowns, and let us know in the comments if you think Michigan is mismanaging Bryce Underwood. 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 0:00 The Michigan Quarterback Dilemma 1:43 Locker Room Support vs Coaching Vision 3:55 Questions About Coaching Relationships 6:08 The Iowa vs Minnesota Tactical Shift 9:17 The Real Problem at Michigan Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Does Kyle Whittingham Actually Believe in Bryce Underwood?

  4. 1d ago

    Penn State Can Be RIGHT About Franklin AND WRONG About Campbell

    Does Matt Campbell's recent performance actually dictate the future of James Franklin? We separate the facts from the noise. The conversation surrounding James Franklin often gets clouded by comparisons to other coaches in the conference. We look at why the struggles of Matt Campbell do not necessarily validate the current scrutiny facing the Penn State football program. It is important to treat these as two distinct evaluations rather than conflating the two situations. By breaking down the specific decisions made by the university, we aim to provide a clearer picture of the current leadership landscape. This analysis highlights how Big Ten coaching evaluations are often skewed by external narratives and why it is critical to look at each program independently to understand the real stakes. Subscribe for weekly Big Ten football breakdowns, and let us know in the comments if you think the criticism of Penn State is fair. 0:00 Separating the Two Penn State Decisions 0:28 The End of the James Franklin Era 2:11 The Search for an Elite Standard 5:24 The Messy Reality of the Coaching Search 7:02 Ambition Versus Fear in Decision Making 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.

    Penn State Can Be RIGHT About Franklin AND WRONG About Campbell

  5. 1d ago

    Post Week 5 Big Ten Stock Report: Who’s Up and Who’s Down?

    The Big Ten is in total chaos after Week 5. We are breaking down the latest conference risers and fallers using ESPN data. This week, we analyze the current state of the conference, which has become absolute mayhem. We start by looking at the latest projections from ESPN to measure how the standings are shifting. Beyond the metrics, we examine the teams that are trending up and those hitting a wall, providing a clear picture of who is actually positioned to compete as the season progresses. Our analysis covers the biggest movers in the conference, including the latest performance trends for programs like Ohio State football, Nebraska football, and Michigan football. We cut through the noise to explain why the conference landscape feels so different right now and what these results signal for the upcoming schedule. Subscribe for weekly Big Ten football breakdowns, and let us know in the comments which team you think is the biggest riser this week. 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 0:00 Big Ten Week 5 Stock Report 0:40 ESPN FPI Big Ten Risers & Fallers 2:04 What Week 5 Exposed 2:36 Northwestern Stock UP — 10 Wins Possible? 6:16 Michigan Stock DOWN — Bowl Game in Danger? 10:34 Wisconsin Stock UP — Fickell Found an Identity 14:41 Penn State Stock DOWN — Could They Go 5-7? 18:44 Minnesota Stock UP — P.J. Fleck's Formula Works 22:50 Final Big Ten Stock Report Verdict Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Post Week 5 Big Ten Stock Report: Who’s Up and Who’s Down?

  6. 2d ago

    Big Ten Panic Meter: Who Is Actually In Trouble After Week 5?

    Absolute panic has taken over Big Ten football after Week 5. We are breaking down the winners, losers, and the rankings drama. The Big Ten football landscape looks drastically different following the latest results. We are measuring the temperature across the conference using our Big Ten panic meter to see which programs have reason to worry and which fanbases can actually breathe easy. While Ohio State remains content with their recent performance, other teams are facing significant questions after a chaotic weekend of play. Beyond the immediate reactions, we are updating our college football power rankings and reacting to the latest AP Poll shakeups. It is rare to hear from the happy teams since most of the media cycle focuses on the anxiety, so we are balancing the conversation to reflect the true state of the conference heading into the next slate of games. Subscribe for weekly Big Ten football breakdowns, and let us know in the comments which team has your panic meter running highest. 0:00 Big Ten Week 5 Has Everyone Panicking 6:57 Big Ten Panic Meter Begins 7:58 MELTDOWN: Penn State, Michigan, Maryland & Rutgers 18:27 PANICKING: Washington, Illinois & Michigan State 22:35 USC Is 5-1 — So Why Aren't Fans Happy? 24:35 Purdue Is Finally Showing Progress 30:01 NO PANIC: Big Ten's Biggest Risers 32:19 Is 5-0 Nebraska Actually That Good? 39:47 Big Ten Power Rankings 42:32 Zack's Big Ten Power Rankings 50:05 Our Biggest Power Ranking Disagreements 1:00:35 AP Poll Reaction Begins 1:02:13 Why Northwestern SHOULD Be Ranked 1:07:49 The SEC “Quality Loss” Problem 1:11:33 Is Ohio State Ranked Too Low? 1:24:12 Which Unranked Big Ten Team Deserves In? 1:24:51 The INSANE Nebraska 5-0 AP Poll Stat 1:30:46 Final AP Poll Rant ️ 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.

    Big Ten Panic Meter: Who Is Actually In Trouble After Week 5?

  7. 3d ago

    Big Ten Football Week 5: Instant Reactions & Analysis!

    Big Ten football news, USC, Washington, Lincoln Riley, Jaden Maiava, DeMond Williams, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, Wisconsin, Ohio State and Iowa headline our Week 5 instant reactions as USC beats Washington 25-21 in a thriller. USC's defense delivered five sacks and the kind of game-changing pressure that allowed the Trojans to win without needing the offense to be perfect. We break down why that could change USC's playoff ceiling, what went wrong for Washington, and what comes next. Plus: Indiana handles Rutgers, Purdue finally ends its Big Ten drought against Illinois, Minnesota stuns Michigan, the Bryce Underwood conversation gets uncomfortable, Nebraska rallies past Maryland, Wisconsin keeps rolling, and Ohio State beats Iowa behind another huge Jeremiah Smith performance. Jon and Zach react to the biggest Big Ten Week 5 results and what they actually mean going forward on The Big Ten Huddle. 0:00 Big Ten Week 5 Instant Reactions 2:32 USC vs Washington — Trojans Win a Thriller 13:00 Indiana vs Rutgers — Hoosiers Keep Rolling 21:25 Purdue vs Illinois — The Big Ten Drought Is Over 29:40 Illinois Fallout After the Purdue Loss 33:54 Minnesota Stuns Michigan 46:13 Should Michigan Bench Bryce Underwood? 49:18 Nebraska vs Maryland — Huskers Rally to Stay Unbeaten 57:38 Wisconsin vs Michigan State — Badgers Keep Building 62:46 Ohio State vs Iowa — Buckeyes Win 31-14 75:13 AP Poll Debate, SEC Bias & Big Ten Rankings 79:07 Final Week 5 Thoughts ️ 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.

    Big Ten Football Week 5: Instant Reactions & Analysis!

  8. 4d ago

    Penn State Got DOMINATED by Northwestern | Stop Doubting the Wildcats

    Northwestern is beating Penn State in a massive upset. We break down the Wildcats' dominant rushing attack and the game's outcome. Zack predicted this result, and Northwestern is delivering on that promise by putting up nearly 400 rushing yards against the Nittany Lions. Even with a late touchdown from Penn State, the game effectively belongs to the Wildcats as they work to run out the clock. We analyze exactly how this Northwestern performance unfolded and what it means for the Big Ten standings. Whether you are looking for a Penn State recap or just keeping up with the latest college football news, this analysis covers the key tactical failures and successes on the field. We evaluate why the defensive front struggled to contain the run and how this result impacts the broader narrative of the conference. Subscribe for weekly Big Ten football breakdowns, and let us know in the comments if you were surprised by the Northwestern upset. 0:00 Northwestern Is Beating Penn State 0:45 Maybe Northwestern Is Actually Really Good 2:50 Ryan Field Changes the Northwestern Feel 4:08 Should Northwestern Be Ranked? 5:25 Chip Kelly and Northwestern Dominate Up Front 9:49 Northwestern's Defense Shuts Down Penn State 12:28 How High Is Northwestern's Ceiling? 13:43 Could Northwestern Be 6–1 vs Oregon? 14:49 What Is Wrong With Penn State? 15:56 D'Anton Lynn's Defense Wasn't Prepared 18:23 Matt Campbell Deserves Blame Too 22:11 Penn State's Offense and Rocco Beck Struggle 25:24 Should Penn State Have Benched Rocco Beck? 27:21 The Matt Campbell Experiment Gets Uncomfortable 34:07 Penn State's NIL and Talent Problem 39:22 SEC vs Big Ten TV Ratings Debate 46:55 What the TV Numbers Actually Mean 48:55 Final Thoughts and Week 5 Preview ️ 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.

    Penn State Got DOMINATED by Northwestern | Stop Doubting the Wildcats
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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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