Locked On Hawkeyes - Daily Podcast On Iowa Hawkeyes Football & Basketball

Locked On Hawkeyes podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Iowa Hawkeyes. Hosted by Trent Condon, the Locked On Hawkeyes podcast provides your daily Iowa Hawkeyes fix with special guests, expert opinions, film reviews, interviews, recaps, local analysis, and coverage of all things Hawkeyes and the Black and Gold. From iconic Kinnick Stadium to the electrifying Carver-Hawkeye Arena and everywhere in between, the Locked On Hawkeyes podcast takes you beyond the headlines for the inside scoops from the biggest stories inside the Hawkeyes’ locker room and the Big 10. The Locked On Hawkeyes podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

  1. STAGNANT? Iowa Wrestling’s STRUGGLES—Is Tom Brands OUTMATCHED or Can He IGNITE a Comeback?

    1D AGO

    STAGNANT? Iowa Wrestling’s STRUGGLES—Is Tom Brands OUTMATCHED or Can He IGNITE a Comeback?

    Iowa Hawkeyes wrestling faces mounting questions after another lopsided loss to Ohio State—are Tom and Terry Brands losing ground in a sport dominated by Penn State? Trent Condon highlights the alarming drop in takedowns and the program’s reliance on transfers, challenging the traditional Iowa wrestling standard. With big donors holding sway over coaching decisions, the future of the Hawkeyes’ legendary mat program hangs in the balance. Tom Kakert joins to offer sharp takes on Iowa’s basketball resurgence, digging into Bennett Stirtz’s standout performances and the team’s potential climb to a No. 6 seed in the NCAA Tournament. Discussion pivots to women’s basketball, where injuries and roster issues threaten momentum, and Jay Norvell’s return in an analyst role sparks hope for Iowa football’s passing game. Will the Hawkeyes reclaim their rightful place in college sports, or is a reckoning looming? Follow Trent Condon on X: https://twitter.com/trentcondon LISTEN TO THE PODCAST: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-hawkeyes-daily-podcast-on-iowa-hawkeyes-football/id1441592240 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0GTyz5ygevcGXdTF6QSoEo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LockedOnHawkeyes Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. Mazda Like our players, we’re driven by the details. Because highlights make the reel. What it takes to get there makes it count. There’s more to a Mazda. Because there’s more to you. Turbo Tax For a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast FanDuel If you’re a new customer, bet just $5 and get $200 in Bonus Bets if you win. Make it count — because after the Super Bowl, the season is over. Last call for football on FanDuel, an Official Sportsbook Partner of Super Bowl Sixty. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    35 min
  2. DEFENSIVE CRISIS? Hawkeye Women STRUGGLE for Answers as Taylor McCabe Injury SPARKS Three-Game Skid

    3D AGO

    DEFENSIVE CRISIS? Hawkeye Women STRUGGLE for Answers as Taylor McCabe Injury SPARKS Three-Game Skid

    Iowa Hawkeyes women drop their third straight as defensive woes mount—can Jan Jensen’s squad reclaim elite status before tournament time? Trent Condon dissects Iowa’s shocking 91-85 loss to Minnesota, examining the absence of Taylor McCabe, perimeter breakdowns, and crucial offensive gaps. Key topics include Kylie Feuerbach’s struggles, Ava Heiden’s 24-point burst, and the team’s alarming defensive efficiency ratings. Upcoming Big Ten clashes against Washington, Nebraska, and Michigan loom large as postseason hopes shift to securing a top-four NCAA seed. Special guest Wade Looking Bill offers insights on Iowa men’s West Coast victories, highlighting Bennett Stirtzs’ leadership, the emergence of Alvaro Fulgueris and Sage off the bench, and the battle for a favorable tournament seed. Don’t miss expert analysis on roster chemistry, the men’s pathway to a potential #6 seed, and a preview of wrestling against Ohio State. Follow Trent Condon on X: https://twitter.com/trentcondon LISTEN TO THE PODCAST: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-hawkeyes-daily-podcast-on-iowa-hawkeyes-football/id1441592240 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0GTyz5ygevcGXdTF6QSoEo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LockedOnHawkeyes Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. Mazda Like our players, we’re driven by the details. Because highlights make the reel. What it takes to get there makes it count. There’s more to a Mazda. Because there’s more to you. Turbo Tax For a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast FanDuel If you’re a new customer, bet just $5 and get $200 in Bonus Bets if you win. Make it count — because after the Super Bowl, the season is over. Last call for football on FanDuel, an Official Sportsbook Partner of Super Bowl Sixty. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    26 min
  3. COMEBACK: Iowa Hawkeyes DOMINATE Washington in 2nd Half —Bennett Stirtz, Alvaro Folgueiras SPARK Epic Victory

    4D AGO

    COMEBACK: Iowa Hawkeyes DOMINATE Washington in 2nd Half —Bennett Stirtz, Alvaro Folgueiras SPARK Epic Victory

    Iowa Hawkeyes roar past Washington with a second-half surge, clinching a vital 84-74 Quad 1 road victory. Bennett Stirtz sinks four three-pointers and racks up 22 points while Cooper Koch and Tavion Banks make key contributions in a game defined by Iowa’s resilience and elite shooting. After trailing at halftime despite hitting 61% from the floor, the Hawkeyes flip the script as Fulgaris, Howard, and Sage deliver when it counts. Trent Condon spotlights Iowa's evolving defensive identity, their impressive 1.42 points per possession, and the significance of winning three consecutive Big Ten road games for the first time since 2022. The discussion covers Iowa’s tournament resume, upcoming matchups against Northwestern and Maryland, and the spark Ben McCollum has brought since taking the reins. Can Iowa’s momentum propel them into the NCAA tournament’s top seeds—and are they built for a deep March run? Don’t miss the analysis and future outlook. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. Mazda Like our players, we’re driven by the details. Because highlights make the reel. What it takes to get there makes it count. There’s more to a Mazda. Because there’s more to you. Turbo Tax For a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast FanDuel If you’re a new customer, bet just $5 and get $200 in Bonus Bets if you win. Make it count — because after the Super Bowl, the season is over. Last call for football on FanDuel, an Official Sportsbook Partner of Super Bowl Sixty. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    23 min
  4. Legend: How Iowa and Kirk Ferentz Will END an Era—Will Hawkeyes RISE or Fall in Kirk's Final Years?

    4D AGO

    Legend: How Iowa and Kirk Ferentz Will END an Era—Will Hawkeyes RISE or Fall in Kirk's Final Years?

    Kirk Ferentz shapes Iowa Hawkeyes football’s final act, but when and how does this legendary era conclude? With a contract through 2029 and a renewed transfer portal strategy, fans speculate on Ferentz’s retirement timeline and Iowa’s ability to remain a Tier 2 national contender. The discussion explores upcoming quarterback transitions, potential contract extensions, and the challenge of maintaining recruiting momentum under AD Beth Goetz. Trent Condon and guest analyst John Boenkamp break down Iowa men’s basketball’s critical late-night clash against Washington, offering injury updates on standout Tavian Banks and assessing the Big Ten schedule’s shifting landscape. Insights into the women’s team’s west coast setbacks—highlighting Taylor McCabe’s absence and Addie Deal’s road struggles—raise fresh questions about depth. Can both Hawkeyes squads bounce back against Minnesota and navigate the season-defining February stretch? Get expert analysis, roster news, and predictions on Iowa’s prospects in the Big Ten race. Follow Trent Condon on X: https://twitter.com/trentcondon LISTEN TO THE PODCAST: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-hawkeyes-daily-podcast-on-iowa-hawkeyes-football/id1441592240 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0GTyz5ygevcGXdTF6QSoEo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LockedOnHawkeyes Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. Mazda Like our players, we’re driven by the details. Because highlights make the reel. What it takes to get there makes it count. There’s more to a Mazda. Because there’s more to you. Turbo Tax For a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast FanDuel If you’re a new customer, bet just $5 and get $200 in Bonus Bets if you win. Make it count — because after the Super Bowl, the season is over. Last call for football on FanDuel, an Official Sportsbook Partner of Super Bowl Sixty. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    30 min
  5. REBUILD? Iowa Hawkeyes Defensive Depth Chart PREDICTION – Which Players Will STEP UP in 2026?

    6D AGO

    REBUILD? Iowa Hawkeyes Defensive Depth Chart PREDICTION – Which Players Will STEP UP in 2026?

    Iowa Hawkeyes football faces a pivotal season as key departures spark fresh competition across the defensive depth chart. Can emerging talents like Iosa Epenesa and Zach Lutmer power Iowa back to elite defensive status? Trent Condon breaks down projected starters and impact players at every position, with special attention to new faces from the transfer portal and the evolution of Phil Parker’s 4-2-5 scheme. Insightful analysis covers defensive line rebuilding efforts, linebacker battles featuring Cam Buffington and Preston Ries, and dynamic changes in the secondary. Shifting to basketball, Trent Condon previews Iowa’s critical showdown against Washington, highlighting the Hawkeyes’ need for strong rebounding and careful play against the Huskies’ imposing frontcourt. Plus, Iowa women’s basketball celebrates McKenna Woliczko’s McDonald’s All American honor—raising expectations for the next wave of Hawkeye stars. Can these roster updates set both teams on a path to postseason success? Follow Trent Condon on X: https://twitter.com/trentcondon LISTEN TO THE PODCAST: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-hawkeyes-daily-podcast-on-iowa-hawkeyes-football/id1441592240 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0GTyz5ygevcGXdTF6QSoEo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LockedOnHawkeyes Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. Mazda Like our players, we’re driven by the details. Because highlights make the reel. What it takes to get there makes it count. There’s more to a Mazda. Because there’s more to you. Turbo Tax For a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast FanDuel If you’re a new customer, bet just $5 and get $200 in Bonus Bets if you win. Make it count — because after the Super Bowl, the season is over. Last call for football on FanDuel, an Official Sportsbook Partner of Super Bowl Sixty. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    26 min
  6. ALL-AMERICAN? Bennett Stirtz IGNITES Iowa Offense, Men’s Team RISES with Oregon Road Victory

    FEB 2

    ALL-AMERICAN? Bennett Stirtz IGNITES Iowa Offense, Men’s Team RISES with Oregon Road Victory

    Iowa Hawkeyes surge with Bennett Sturz’s electrifying 32-point performance in a dominant road win over Oregon, extending the men’s basketball team’s winning streak to four. Can Iowa capitalize on this momentum and continue their rise against tougher competition like Washington and Purdue? Trent Condon breaks down Iowa’s evolving hoops landscape, spotlighting key contributions from Alvaro Fulgueras, Brendan Hossen, and Cooper Koch. The episode also tackles adversity for Iowa Women's Basketball—back-to-back losses in LA after Taylor McCabe’s injury—raising questions about lineup changes for Jan Jensen’s squad. Coverage wraps up with the Iowa Wrestling team’s puzzling fourth loss of the season to Minnesota, examining historic trends and coaching challenges. Can the Hawkeyes bounce back and reclaim their edge across all sports? Follow Trent Condon on X: https://twitter.com/trentcondon LISTEN TO THE PODCAST: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-hawkeyes-daily-podcast-on-iowa-hawkeyes-football/id1441592240 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0GTyz5ygevcGXdTF6QSoEo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LockedOnHawkeyes Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. Mazda Like our players, we’re driven by the details. Because highlights make the reel. What it takes to get there makes it count. There’s more to a Mazda. Because there’s more to you. Turbo Tax For a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast FanDuel If you’re a new customer, bet just $5 and get $200 in Bonus Bets if you win. Make it count — because after the Super Bowl, the season is over. Last call for football on FanDuel, an Official Sportsbook Partner of Super Bowl Sixty. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    27 min
3.9
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193 Ratings

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Locked On Hawkeyes podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Iowa Hawkeyes. Hosted by Trent Condon, the Locked On Hawkeyes podcast provides your daily Iowa Hawkeyes fix with special guests, expert opinions, film reviews, interviews, recaps, local analysis, and coverage of all things Hawkeyes and the Black and Gold. From iconic Kinnick Stadium to the electrifying Carver-Hawkeye Arena and everywhere in between, the Locked On Hawkeyes podcast takes you beyond the headlines for the inside scoops from the biggest stories inside the Hawkeyes’ locker room and the Big 10. The Locked On Hawkeyes podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

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