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. 23H AGO

    Illinois Basketball Will Dominate Next Year If THIS Happens, Portal Trends, Michigan Good News, & Breakaway Getting Closer

    Big Ten Basketball News: Illinois could have a TOP 5 starting lineup with John Blackwell from Wisconsin + retention. Plus 5 players in the transfer portal trending toward Big Ten teams (Rob Wright to Ohio State?, Andrew McKeever to Iowa/Purdue, Tyrone Riley, Riley Allenspach, Marcus Burton to Indiana). Michigan football & basketball get a TRIPLE DOSE of good news (Kamden Lopati flip?, LJ Cason redshirt, Juke Harris & Flory Bidunga interest). More developments inch the Big Ten and SEC toward breaking away from the NCAA. JR breaks down why Illinois basketball could be a preseason top 3 (or even #1) team with the right portal moves, the latest Big Ten transfer portal buzz, huge Michigan updates on the football recruiting trail and basketball roster, and why the proposed 5-and-5 eligibility model could push the Big Ten/SEC alliance even closer to leaving the NCAA behind. Timestamps: 00:00 - Illinois' Portal Save 07:50 - 5 Players Trending Big Ten 22:16 - Michigan's Good Recruiting and Portal News 34:00 - Breakaway Incoming Big Ten basketball news, Big Ten football, John Blackwell, Illinois roster, Illinois Fighting Illini, transfer portal, Rob Wright, Andrew McKeever, Tyrone Riley, Riley Allenspach, Marcus Burton, Michigan Wolverines, Michigan football, Michigan basketball, LJ Cason, Kamden Lopati, Juke Harris (Duke Harris), Flory Bidunga, Big Ten SEC Alliance, Big Ten vs NCAA, SEC vs NCAA, NCAA Stinks, Brad Underwood, Dusty May, Ohio State basketball, Iowa basketball, Purdue basketball, Indiana basketball, college basketball 2026-27. Thanks for watching The Big Ten Huddle! If you love Big Ten football and basketball content, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and drop a comment with your thoughts on Illinois' potential, Michigan's momentum, or the future of the NCAA. New episodes drop regularly—turn on notifications so you never miss the latest Big Ten news, transfer portal updates, recruiting breakdowns, and conference realignment talk. Presented by FanDuel. We appreciate every view, like, and 5-star review on your favorite podcast app—they help us bring more deep-dive Big Ten coverage your way. For more: Follow on X @TheBigTenHuddle for real-time updates. What team are you most excited about for 2026-27? Let us know below! ️ 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.

    53 min

  2. 1D AGO

    Predicting 10 Big Ten Upsets For 2026 Season

    JR and Zach break down 10 potential Big Ten football upsets for the 2026 season on The Big Ten Huddle. From UCLA over Cal and Ohio State upsetting Texas to Oregon beating Ohio State, Minnesota over Michigan, Maryland at Nebraska, Iowa shocking Washington, Wisconsin over Penn State, Northwestern over Minnesota, Rutgers over Maryland, and Illinois upsetting Iowa—this is your Big Ten 2026 upset watch with the most likely upsets. Big Ten football news and bold predictions. JR and Zach Guggenheim dive into predicting 10 Big Ten upsets for the 2026 football season. They discuss coaching edges (Bob Chesney vs. new Cal coach), returning talent, home/road factors, and why some "favorites" could fall. Key games covered: UCLA at Cal Ohio State at Texas Oregon at Ohio State Michigan at Minnesota Maryland at Nebraska Iowa at Washington Wisconsin at Penn State Northwestern at Minnesota Rutgers at Maryland Iowa at Illinois They also touch on Easter vibes, Michigan basketball success, and Big Ten dominance across sports. Chapters: 00:00:00 Intro & Welcome 00:00:48 Most Obvious Upset? (Kent State over Ohio State joke) + Easter Talk 00:07:00 Upset #1: UCLA over Cal 00:11:35 Upset #2: Ohio State over Texas 00:13:35 Upset #3: Oregon over Ohio State 00:18:42 Upset #4: Minnesota over Michigan 00:22:15 Upset #5: Maryland over Nebraska (at Nebraska) 00:28:06 Upset #6: Iowa over Washington 00:31:53 Upset #7: Wisconsin over Penn State 00:38:47 Upset #8: Northwestern over Minnesota 00:43:08 Upset #9: Rutgers over Maryland 00:45:33 Upset #10: Illinois over Iowa 00:49:05 Recap + Final Thoughts Subscribe to The Big Ten Huddle for more Big Ten football news, schedule breakdowns, transfer portal updates, and weekly predictions. New episodes drop regularly—hit the bell! Follow for Illinois-focused content on Talk a Lion Eye too. What’s your boldest 2026 Big Ten upset prediction? Drop it in the comments! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    51 min

  3. 2D AGO

    Nebraska Basketball Intel — 2 Stars STAYING Put! | McCollum SHUTS DOWN UNC | Michigan Wins Title

    Big Ten basketball news explodes on transfer portal opening day! Nebraska basketball intel: Pryce Sandfort and Braden Frager trending to STAY for next season after their best year in program history. Plus, 10 players drawing Big Ten interest including Ben Gott Dok, Jalen Harrelson, JT Rock, Rowan Brumbaugh, and more. Ben McCollum SHUTS DOWN North Carolina job rumors and stays loyal at Iowa. Michigan basketball CRUSHES UConn 69-63 to win the 2026 national championship, capping a historic Big Ten sweep of national titles across football, women’s basketball, and now men’s hoops! Big Ten dominance on full display. Big Ten basketball news explodes on transfer portal opening day! Nebraska basketball intel: Pryce Sandfort and Braden Frager trending heavily to return to Lincoln after Nebraska’s best season in program history. JR breaks down why NIL and role make staying the smart move for both stars. Portal Day 1 buzz: 10 players getting serious Big Ten interest, including Colorado’s Ben Gott Dok (Nebraska hometown pull), Notre Dame’s Jalen Harrelson, New Mexico’s JT Rock (Purdue target), Tulane’s Rowan Brumbaugh (Iowa & Indiana), Texas Tech’s LaJuan Watts, Wisconsin’s John Blackwell (Illinois & Michigan links), and more. Who fits where and why? Iowa basketball stays strong as Ben McCollum firmly turns down a North Carolina interview, telling the Tar Heels “no thanks” and committing to the Hawkeyes. Plus, Michigan Wolverines win the 2026 NCAA men’s basketball national championship with a gritty 69-63 victory over UConn—ending a long Big Ten title drought and completing a historic sweep (Indiana football, UCLA women’s hoops, now Michigan men’s). 0:00 – Nebraska stars Pryce Sandfort & Braden Frager staying 3:45 – Transfer portal Day 1: 10 Big Ten targets breakdown 15:20 – Ben McCollum shuts down UNC job offer 22:10 – Michigan vs UConn national championship reaction & Big Ten dominance What do you think about Nebraska keeping their core? Which portal target excites you most for your team? Drop your thoughts below! If you love Big Ten basketball, football recruiting, transfer portal intel, and championship reactions, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of The Big Ten Huddle. Presented by FanDuel. New episodes daily during the offseason—recruiting, portal, and more coming soon with Zach too! For business inquiries: jrsrankings at gmail.com Follow on X: @TheBigTenHuddle #BigTenBasketball #NebraskaBasketball #TransferPortal #BenMcCollum #MichiganBasketball #NationalChampionship ️ 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.

    44 min

  4. 5D AGO

    INSTANT REACTION to Michigan DOMINATES Arizona 91-73 | Illinois Falls to UConn in Final Four

    Big Ten basketball news from the Final Four! Michigan dominates Arizona 91-73 to advance to the national title game, while Illinois falls to UConn 62-71 in a tough battle. JR breaks down both games: Ademara's dominance, Dusty May's vision, UConn's perimeter defense and shot-making vs Brad Underwood's Illini, Dan Hurley owning the matchup again, and what it means for the Big Ten in the NCAA Tournament. Michigan vs Arizona, Illinois vs UConn reaction and analysis. JR reacts instantly to the highs and lows for the Big Ten in the 2026 Final Four at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Michigan looks invincible even with limited minutes from Yaxel Lendeborg, while Illinois shows fight but can't overcome UConn's experience and efficiency. Key topics: Michigan's blowout win and why they feel unstoppable Ademara feasting, Elliott Cadeau's playmaking, and bench contributions Illinois' defensive stands and offensive struggles (especially from three) Dan Hurley vs Brad Underwood history National championship preview vibes for Michigan If you're a fan of Big Ten basketball, NCAA Tournament coverage, Michigan Wolverines, Illinois Fighting Illini, or just March Madness breakdowns, hit LIKE if you're hyped for Monday's title game and SUBSCRIBE for more Big Ten football & basketball instant reactions, previews, and deep dives all year long. Presented by FanDuel. Chapters: 00:00 Intro & Big Ten Final Four Overview 01:15 Michigan 91-73 Arizona – Game Recap & Dominance 02:07 Why Michigan Feels Invincible (Even Without Full Lendeborg Minutes) 03:58 Ademara’s Masterclass & Matchup Advantages 07:45 Key Contributors: Elliott Cadeau, Trey McKinney, Roddy Gale & Bench 10:55 Dusty May’s Coaching Vision & Player Development 14:55 Illinois 62-71 UConn – Game Recap & Initial Thoughts 18:15 Misconceptions About the Game (Paint, Rebounding, Refs) 22:05 UConn’s Perimeter Defense, Shot-Making & Ball Security 25:40 Illinois’ Offensive Struggles & 3-Point Woes (6/26) 28:45 Dan Hurley’s Edge Over Brad Underwood – The Matchup History 31:20 Illinois Defense Was Good Enough – Offense Was the Issue 34:10 Keaton Wagler & Tomislav Visic Performance Breakdown 36:45 Coaching Discussion: Dusty May vs Dan Hurley 39:20 Chat Q&A, Viewer Reactions & Final Thoughts 42:50 Outro & What’s Next for the Big Ten Huddle Thanks for joining The Big Ten Huddle — covering Big Ten football and men's basketball with honest takes. Drop your thoughts in the comments: Can Michigan win it all on Monday? What does this mean for Brad Underwood and Illinois moving forward? #BigTenBasketball #FinalFour #MichiganBasketball #IllinoisBasketball #NCAA Tournament ️ 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.

    44 min

  5. 5D AGO

    Kevontay Hugan BACK on Indiana Roster + Bog Ten Football News + Zoom Diallo in the Portal

    Big Ten football news: Kevontay Hugan is back on the Indiana football roster under Curt Cignetti. Plus 4 surprise Big Ten players making buzz in spring practice — DeSean Watts (Washington football), Amari Jackson (Maryland football), Malachi Davis (Rutgers football), Sahir West (UCLA football). JR breaks down Big 12 vs SEC chaos with Cody Campbell, Brett Yormark, Greg Byrne & Paul Finebaum, Ryan Day's NFL-style draft idea, and Washington basketball mass exodus with Zoom Diallo entering the transfer portal under Danny Sprinkle. Big Ten remains united and strong. JR dives into the latest from Indiana spring football, including the surprising return of freshman defensive lineman Kevontay Hugan to the roster and what it means for Curt Cignetti's program. He also highlights four players generating serious buzz across Big Ten spring practices: interior DL DeSean Watts at Washington, DB Amari Jackson at Maryland, edge Malachi Davis at Rutgers, and DL Sahir West at UCLA. Then it's conference realignment and power structure talk — while the Big Ten stays cohesive, the Big 12 deals with public friction between Brett Yormark and booster Cody Campbell over Friday night games, Alabama's Greg Byrne pushes for rule enforcement (and potential consequences), and Paul Finebaum eyes a possible SEC breakaway from the NCAA around Memorial Day. Ryan Day shares thoughts on an NFL-style draft system and why Big Ten unity could reshape college football. Finally, Washington basketball faces a transfer portal exodus, with Zoom Diallo (and freshmen) announcing intentions to enter — JR discusses what this means for Danny Sprinkle and roster building in the new NIL era. What are your thoughts on Hugan returning? Which spring buzz player excites you most? Drop comments below! Timestamps: 00:00 Intro & Indiana Football - Kevontay Hugan Back on Roster 04:55 4 Surprise Big Ten Players Buzzing in Spring Practice 17:20 Big 12 & SEC Chaos vs Big Ten Strength (Cody Campbell, Brett Yormark, Greg Byrne, Paul Finebaum, Ryan Day) 35:50 Washington Basketball Transfer Exodus - Zoom Diallo & More Presented by FanDuel. Like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more Big Ten football news, basketball updates, and conference breakdowns! ️ 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.

    46 min

  6. 6D AGO

    Northwestern Heartbreak: Tre Singleton Enters Portal + Iowa Flips + Cignetti Claps Back

    Big Ten basketball news: Tre Singleton enters the transfer portal, delivering heartbreak for Northwestern basketball fans. Iowa basketball flips Iowa Mr. Basketball Jaidyn Coon (Jaden Kuhn in transcript) from Creighton, Ben McCollum's latest big gain. Plus, concerns over holding onto Alvaro Folgueiras and Curt Cignetti responds to Sonny Dykes criticizing Indiana QB Josh Hoover. Big Ten basketball news: Tre Singleton enters the transfer portal, delivering heartbreak for Northwestern basketball fans. Iowa basketball flips Iowa Mr. Basketball Jaidyn Coon from Creighton, Ben McCollum's latest big gain. Plus, concerns over holding onto Alvaro Folgueiras and Curt Cignetti responds to Sonny Dykes criticizing Indiana QB Josh Hoover. JR breaks down the devastating news for Wildcat Nation as former five-star freshman Trey Singleton heads to the portal amid other departures and NIL questions for Chris Collins' program. On the bright side, Iowa lands back-to-back Mr. Basketball talents with the Jaidyn Coon flip, while eyeing a return for standout Alvaro Folgueiras and targeting key portal additions like a true five and high-IQ guard. Then, Curt Cignetti delivers a perfect clapback when TCU's Sonny Dykes takes shots at new Indiana QB Josh Hoover's turnovers — "he met his two best friends: great defense and a really good run game." What does this mean for Northwestern's future? Can Iowa keep building under Ben McCollum? And who won the war of words between Cignetti and Dykes? Drop your thoughts in the comments: Are you out on Chris Collins at Northwestern? How excited are you for Iowa's recruiting momentum? Should Cignetti's quote be tattooed on every Indiana fan? Timestamps / Chapters: 0:00 Intro & Northwestern Heartbreak – Trey Singleton to the Portal 1:02 Details on Singleton's departure, defense impact, and NIL/money factors 2:55 Other Northwestern departures & questions for Chris Collins 6:55 Iowa Basketball Gains: Flipping Iowa Mr. Basketball Jaidyn Coon 11:15 Ben McCollum's master plan, returning pieces, and Alvaro Folgueiras decision 17:55 Portal priorities for Iowa + Finley Bizjack mention 21:50 Curt Cignetti fires back at Sonny Dykes over Josh Hoover 24:20 Breaking down the quotes and why it's not all on Hoover 34:55 Final thoughts & Big Ten outlook Thanks for watching The Big Ten Huddle! Presented by FanDuel. If you enjoyed the show, please like, subscribe, and drop a 5-star rating/review on your favorite podcast platform — it helps tremendously. New episodes drop regularly, covering the latest in Big Ten basketball and football news, transfer portal updates, recruiting, and more. Let me know in the comments what you want covered next! ️ 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.

    36 min

  7. APR 2

    Big Ten Portal Prep | Indiana spring football + Pro Day | HUGE Penn State Recruiting Update

    Big Ten basketball news and transfer portal intel with less than a week until it opens: retention battles and key targets for Illinois, Wisconsin, UCLA, and Indiana. Plus, Indiana football spring practice news, including a player leaving the team, pro day buzz, and injuries. Penn State football 2027 recruiting update with Matt Campbell building momentum after recent commitments. Big Ten basketball news, Transfer portal, Indiana football news, spring football, Penn State football news, recruiting JR breaks down early transfer portal intel for four Big Ten programs scrambling on retention and targets as the window approaches. We dive into roster construction details for Illinois (Andrei Stachowicz trending toward return? Links to Jalen Cox and Luka Bogovac), Wisconsin (Nolan Winter, John Blackwell, Alexis Beliascus, Austin Rapp updates + targets like Joel Foxwell, Gabe Warren, Sonny Wilson), UCLA (Sky Clark eligibility, Xavier Booker role change, Trent Perry ball-handling desires + potential adds like Miles Byrd, Sampto Cyril, Andrew McKeever, Anthony Robinson II, Isaiah Johnson), and Indiana (pursuing Sananda Frew from Louisville and Stefan Vox from Providence). Then: Indiana football spring practice updates – Kevontae Hoogan (Kevontay Hugan) no longer on the roster, full NFL team representation at pro day with standouts like Fernando Mendoza and D'Angelo Pons turning heads, plus injury notes on Lee Beebe Jr. and more. Finally, Chris joins for a Penn State football 2027 recruiting update: building momentum under Matt Campbell, key targets and leads at QB (Peter Bork), WR (Khalil Taylor, Landon Blum, Deshaun Hall, Isaiah Alvarez), DE, OL, RB, TE (Cooper Twiliger, Colt Lumpris), and safety, plus staff philosophy on evaluations and "slow and right" approach. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro & Portal Overview 01:52 Portal Intel 21:04 Indiana Football News 32:21 Penn State Recruiting Update Presented by FanDuel. Like, subscribe, and drop a 5-star review if you're enjoying the Big Ten Huddle! Let us know in the comments: Which team's portal strategy intrigues you most? Want deeper dives on a specific school or position? Thanks for watching – stay tuned for more Big Ten basketball news, transfer portal updates, Indiana football news, spring football coverage, and Penn State football news/recruiting intel. #BigTen #TransferPortal #IndianaFootball #PennStateFootball #BigTenBasketball ️ 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.

    1h 18m

  8. APR 1

    SEC Honk Admits the Big Ten is Top Dog Over SEC – Florida State Prepping to Join Big Ten

    Big Ten football News just got real JR and Zach break down Matt Hayes admitting the Big Ten has stolen SEC mojo with better teams, players, and future. Plus, an Ohio State radio host with Florida State connections says FSU is prepping hard for a potential Big Ten move in 2029. Big Ten vs SEC, Big Ten dominance, Florida State Big Ten, Big Ten expansion, conference realignment talk you need to hear. In this episode of The Big Ten Huddle, we react to the USA Today piece where even an SEC-leaning writer concedes the paradigm has shifted. We also dive into Bo Bishop's comments on Florida State's facility upgrades, academics, and serious positioning that looks like they're building toward the Big Ten. Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro & Welcome 0:53 – Zach Guggenheim Joins + Easter Schedule 2:05 – Matt Hayes Article: Big Ten Stealing SEC Mojo 4:48 – Has the Perception Shifted? Big Ten vs SEC 9:13 – Is Big Ten Dominance Only About Money? 9:39 – Big Ten Coaching Edge Over the SEC 14:00 – SEC Coaching Breakdown & Comparisons 20:58 – Narrative Changes, Bowl Games & Indiana Example 23:00 – SP+ Projections & Middle of the Conference Talk 29:31 – Transition to Conference Realignment 30:48 – Ohio Radio Host: Florida State Prepping for Big Ten in 2029 33:12 – Zach’s Take on FSU Facilities & Future Moves 36:00 – Super Leagues, ACC Collapse & Long-Term Strategy 40:00 – Viewer Comments: Virginia Tech, Clemson, Miami, Duke & More 52:00 – Final Thoughts & Wrap Up 56:02 – Outro & Next Week’s Schedule JR and Zach discuss everything from basketball success to football roster building, NIL leveling the field, and why the Big Ten's smarter investments and coaching are creating real separation. New episodes drop multiple times per week during the offseason and daily in season. The Big Ten Huddle is your home for honest Big Ten football news, conference realignment updates, transfer portal reactions, and no-nonsense analysis. Never miss an episode — hit subscribe and turn on notifications! #BigTenFootball #BigTenVsSEC #FloridaStateBigTen #ConferenceRealignment #MattHayes ️ 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.

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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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