B1G Banter

The last game of the College Football season is upon us, and we have a B1G matchup waiting in the wings. Michigan outlasts Alabama in a thriller in Pasadena and Washington survives Texas in the Sugar Bowl, leading up to a matchup between the nation's top offense and defense. The boys are riding high, and will share their thoughts on how the Rose Bowl was won for the Wolverines, and what they need...

It's been a long break for the Wolverines, but their tournament of Roses is finally here! The boys talk CFP and keys to the game for potentially the best matchups we have ever had in the College Football Semifinals. While there are other B1G Schools playing in some NY6 Bowls, they seem to have lost their luster. Ethan, Alex and Corey also share their thoughts on the state of other bowl games, and...

Players and Coaches galore are looking at brand new homes for the 2024 CFP season and the boys are here to break it all down. Hear Ethan, Alex, and Corey discuss whether or not Tom Allen fits the hole left by Manny Diaz at Penn State, as well as the best possible OC candidate at Iowa (hint: if you have a pulse, you're on that list). Also, Dominic Raiola flips his commitment to Nebraska, and also d...

With the Early Portal Period WIDE open, and a new Carousel of Coaches beginning to make its rounds, it's safe to say this week's episode of B1G Banter covers a lot. Our hosts pass out grades for MSU andIndiana's new captains at the helm, as well as discuss potential landing spots for some big names in the portal. You're going to get just about everything this week; Disney Adults and Sacrilege incl...

Championship Weekend concludes the way most thought it would, but not the final CFP rankings. Michigan ends up as the #1 Seed, but plays a red hot Alabama instead of Undefeated ACC Champ Florida State. The guys break it all down. Is this Fair? Are the best 4 teams in? What's the reasoning? Where's Paul Finebaum? In the midst of the heated debate, we preview the Rose Bowl, our favorite B1G Bowl Gam...

The Game, at its highest stakes, did not disappoint. Michigan comes out victorious in the clash with Ohio State and represents the East for the B1G Championship. Ethan and Corey analyze what happened on the Last Saturday in November, what went right for the Wolverines and wrong for the Buckeyes. The fellas break down the scenarios for the CFP, and what OSU needs to get a backdoor invitation once a...

We loaded up this episode for you like a plate at Thanksgiving Dinner. CFP reactions to the FSU and Washington swap, Iowa clinches the final B1G West crown, OSU rolls, and Michigan struggles in Week 12. But really, everyone is here for the breakdowns and analysis of the literal Biggest Game of the Year. Michigan and Ohio State play for it all this weekend, and we give you the picks and predication...

The only looming punishment we care about on B1G Banter is Alex's as he has to make up a game because he doesn't know how to read (or listen to a podcast for that matter). Division Races have the potential to close with Iowa and build excitement with Michigan and OSU. Also, the bowl fate of many B1G schools will be decided with a many interesting matchups.

In the game of the week, Michigan runs the ball literally every play, and James Franklin has no answers. The Latest CFP rankings are discussed in nauseam, and things get weird with some hypotheticals. Is Tony Petitti a coward? Is your B1G worth covering in the end of the year? You can bet that these questions are answered this week!

Outside of how close can Michigan-Penn State get, how bad will OSU beat MSU, and will somebody else take control of the B1G West there is only ONE thing that matters this weekend, how low will the point total for Iowa-Rutgers go?

With another B1G Heavyweight Bought looming, Michigan and Penn State took care of business in convincing fashion against Purdue and Maryland respectively. Ethan and Alex discuss the tale of the tape, and what each team should be concerned about heading into the matchup. Ohio State continues to win, coming out on top in a gritty game against Rutgers, and Iowa (somehow) controls their own destiny ag...

Our Picks are in for this week's B1G slate which includes a game in a baseball stadium, a tumultuous return to the field for the wolverines, and multiple intriguing matchups as it pertains to the B1G West. Ethan shares his thoughts on the continuous unfolding of Spygate, and we put some people on some Islands as the B1G Banter Picks Crown is still up for grabs.

Iowa fans, rejoice! The Spell Brian Ferentz had on your offense will soon be over! With Brian Ferentz out as OC at the end of the year, and ongoing contract discussions with Jim Harbaugh and Michigan, Alex and Corey keep you up to date on the B1G news in the conference. CFP rankings and the weekend slate are dissected as we are now firmly cemented in the best part of the College Football Season.

Our FDA Certified Picks are in for this week's college football slate! Ethan and Corey give you the picks live as lines are constantly changing, and have some analysis this week that may force you to reconsider where your money is going. Since he was busy being a Dad last episode, Ethan provides his take on the Michigan Football scandal.

Not since the 2017 Astros has there been a sign stealing case that has sent shockwaves into the sports world like the NCAA's latest investigation into the Michigan Wolverines. Alex and Corey discuss what this means for the program and how the team moves forward. Is their run of dominance tainted or does some dust need to settle first? Football was still played this weekend however, and the afterma...

All 3 of our hosts are back to give you their picks for this week's B1G Slate. Seriously, is there a better betting pod for you to be listening to? All three of these guys are in the green, and so should you! The Listener! Get on with it! Anyway, biggest game of the year in the conference between Penn State and Ohio State, who's going to take control of their CFP destiny? Does MSU have a shot agai...

The biggest game of the B1G landscape happened to be a rock fight between Iowa and Wisconsin, and the winner of the game happened to be the team with the best Punter in the Land. (Is Tory Taylor a Heisman Darkhorse?) Alex and Corey discuss Iowa's head scratching path to a 6-1 record and sole possession of the West Division, despite their inept offense. Rutgers kept chopping in a stunning comeback...

After a dominating performance by Corey in the picks department last week, we have ourselves a legitimate race for the B1G Banter Pick crown! We look ahead at some future B1G teams in their marquee games for the weekend, as well as some of the most compelling matchups in conference already. Who takes charge of the West? Does Purdue beat a top 5 opponent again? Does Penn State continue to cover the...

Things get a little heated as the fellas discuss what happened in the OSU-Maryland game. Who deserves more of the blame, Coach Locksley or Taulia, and how should we handle a sloppy, yet good performance from the Buckeyes? Other games peaked interest across the B1G Landscape, including Michigan and Wisconsin's performances. However, as we like to say, If you don't like mediocre football, you don't...

The Picks are IN, and Ethan and Alex couldn't be more excited to bring you all the highs and lows of B1G Football. (Believe us, there are a lot of lows). Can Nebraska bounce back and get back to their 1-possession loss selves? Are the Boilermakers turning a corner? Are the Terrapins a real threat to OSU? In a B1G Banter first, the guys make some picks for some of the most compelling games outside...

It's time we talk about the Maryland Terrapins. They're 5-0, playing the best they have ever under Coach Locksley, and STILL NOT RANKED going into a big matchup against the Buckeyes in Columbus. Ethan and Alex brake down why the AP poll is bogus, and how the Terrapins are situated to take a firm spot in the B1G Top 4. The boys discuss what the McNamara injury means for the Ferentz Climb (not good)...

With the performances of some "contenders" in the West really letting us down in a B1G way, you gotta be an absolute SICKO to think this is a premier slate. Nonetheless, our faithful hosts are giving you what you absolutely crave, our picks and locks of the week. How much hate will fuel Ethan's pick in the Minnesota-Louisana game? Will Corey's pessimistic outlook rear its ugly head for Michigan-Ne...

What a week it was for some East Powerhouses in Penn State and Ohio State, and what an absolute embarrassing showing from West Hopefuls in Iowa and Minnesota. The boys don't hold back in this episode as they say what everyone is thinking, put Brian Ferentz in a cannon and launch him into the sun, and send PJ Fleck down the Nile in a sinking boat. The West is just as disappointing as ever, and Wisc...

The phenomenon that is sweeping the nation is NOT Coach Prime and the Colorado Buffs, it's the presence of the running clock. How much will this affect the ability for certain teams to cover their large spreads? (Looking at you, Michigan) With the B1G conference games FINALLY coming into full force, the fellas will get a better picture of who's hot and who's not including a statement game from two...

Alex had a baby this weekend (kinda lame) but Ethan and Corey are here to bring you all your B1G Football needs (pretty cool!) There was a beatdown in East Lansing, a 3-0 surprise in New Jersey, and a disappointment at Chapel Hill. But really, none of those are important because the fellas answer two very important questions; Is the B1G West doomed to despair again? And after their win on the road...