Legends & Listeners

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman break down the massive news of Iowa vs. Iowa State under the lights at Kinnick, debate the future of the Cy-Hawk rivalry, and dive into the growing push for a 24-team College Football Playoff. 🌙 Cy-Hawk under the lights returns For the first time since 2016, Iowa and Iowa State will meet at night in Kinnick Stadium. Chad and Scott discuss the history of night C...

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman break down the biggest takeaways from the Big Ten meetings in Los Angeles, including growing momentum for a 24-team College Football Playoff, Jamie Pollard’s viral comments about the SEC and Big Ten, and new Iowa basketball coach Ben McCollum’s vision for the Hawkeyes. 🏈 The Big Ten is ALL-IN on 24 teams Scott reports directly from the Big Ten meetings where To...

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman break down Iowa’s brutal early Big Ten football schedule, debate the future of a possible 24-team College Football Playoff, and revisit which Kirk Ferentz teams could’ve made legitimate postseason runs. Plus: Nebraska’s offseason hype machine fires up again, Ben McCollum gets extended at Iowa, and the Hawkeye women add roster depth through the portal and interna...

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman dive deep into Scott’s massive Big Ten fan survey from The Athletic — and the results are fascinating. 🏈 Has the Big Ten officially passed the SEC? Fans weigh in on conference strength, leadership, TV deals, NIL, private equity, and the future of the College Football Playoff. 🐤 How Iowa fans REALLY feel about Kirk Ferentz The guys break down survey responses a...

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman break down an eventful weekend for Iowa Football. 🏈 Historic NFL Draft for Iowa The Hawkeyes send 7 players to the NFL Draft + 6 UDFA signings, the most in the 7-round era—highlighting elite development under Kirk Ferentz and a program that’s as healthy as ever. 📈 Is This One of Iowa’s Best Teams Ever? Does the 2025 squad get underrated? The guys debate how th...

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman return with a loaded episode of Legends & Listeners, breaking down everything happening around Iowa football, the NFL Draft, and Hawkeye hoops. 🏈 Quarterback Battle Breakdown Hank Brown vs. Jeremy Heklinski continues to evolve as Iowa heads into the spring game. What separates the two—and what should fans watch for this weekend? ⚡ “Explosive” Offense Coming? N...

Chad Leistikow is joined by Seth Wallace for a deep dive into one of the most consistent defenses in college football—and the mindset behind it. 🏈 Inside Iowa’s Defense: Why the Hawkeyes’ scheme isn’t as “simple” as it looks, how disguise and discipline drive success, and what makes their system so hard to replicate anywhere else. 🧠 Coaching Philosophy: Wallace opens up on learning under Kirk Fe...

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman dive deep into Iowa football as spring practice heats up. 🏈 Quarterback Evolution:The Hawkeyes reshape their offense with a dedicated QB coach in Billy Vandenberg, signaling a shift toward a more NFL-style system under Tim Lester. What does that mean for Iowa’s next signal-caller? 🧠 Coaching Shakeups:The addition of Jay Norvell brings experience and a fresh vo...

Iowa shocks the nation with a historic upset over Florida - what does it mean for the Hawkeyes’ Sweet 16 run? Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman break down one of the biggest wins in recent Iowa basketball history and what’s fueling this postseason surge. The guys dive into how Iowa pulled off the upset, key performances that changed the game, and why this team looks different heading into a mass...

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to the Iowa Men and Women's NCAA Tournament draws and give their thoughts about the Big Ten. Is this the year the championship drought ends? All this and more courtesy of GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to the Iowa Men wrapping up its regular season with tough losses that showed a lot of promise heading into the postseason. How far can Stirtz take the Hawks? The Iowa Women lose in historic fashion, but can still make a ton of noise in the NCAA Tournament. All this and more courtesy of GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman break down Iowa's unequivocal worst loss and what it means for the Hawkeyes’ NCAA Tournament hopes. From résumé damage and seeding implications to what must change down the stretch, the guys analyze where Iowa stands in the Big Ten race and how this setback impacts Selection Sunday positioning. Chad sat down with Iowa wrestling head coach Tom Brands for an in-de...

On this episode of Legends & Listeners, Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman take an in-depth look at the current state of Big Ten basketball and what’s ahead as March approaches. The guys break down the outlook for Iowa Hawkeyes men's basketball down the stretch, where the Hawkeyes sit in the Big Ten standings, and what needs to happen for Iowa to make a late push toward postseason play. They also...

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to Iowa’s win over Nebraska and what it means for the Hawkeyes down the stretch on this episode of Legends & Listeners on Iowa Everywhere. The guys also discuss Iowa women’s basketball navigating a short rotation and how it could impact postseason seeding, along with Iowa football losing running backs coach Omar Young to the Las Vegas Raiders. Plus, a prev...

Scott Dochterman is joined by Iowa football GM and Chief of Staff Tyler Barnes for an in-depth look at the Hawkeyes’ transfer portal approach and roster construction heading into 2026. Barnes discusses Iowa’s low portal attrition, adding FCS All-Americans, rebuilding key positions, replacing major special teams contributors, and managing scholarships in the NIL era. Plus, insight into recruiting p...

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman recap the latest from Iowa Hawkeyes basketball on this episode of Legends & Listeners. The discussion focuses on Iowa men’s basketball going 2-0 on its West Coast trip and what the wins mean for the Hawkeyes, along with Iowa women’s basketball dropping its first two games without Taylor McCabe and how the team adjusts going forward. Plus, some Hawkeye Football n...

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to the Big Ten schedule release. How does the Hawkeye schedule stack up? Both the Iowa men's and women's basketball teams have found their winning ways. Gronowski wins an MVP and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman discuss Indiana winning its first National Championship - has the Big Ten surpassed the SEC? End of season poll nonsense, transfer portal updates, Hawkeye Hoops, and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leisktow and Scott Dochterman react to Iowa's loss to No. 5 Purdue that continues the Hawks' losing streak. Is there a reason to panic? Looking ahead to the CFP National Championship, portal news, and more courtesy of GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman put a bow on the 2025 Iowa Football season following its win over Vanderbilt. Has the Big Ten set itself above the SEC? Discussing the transfer portal, Hawkeye Hoops, and more courtesy of GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman close 2025 with the best moments of the year from Legends & Listeners, courtesy of Mi-T-M. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman get into just how elite Iowa's offensive line was during the 2025 season. What does Tim Lester have to say about the offense ahead of the ReliaQuest Bowl? Getting into the Vanderbilt matchup, Michigan's new head coach, and more, courtesy of GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman give their thoughts on how special Iowa's run of having a consensus All-American is as Logan Jones extends the streak. What are the best Big Ten bowl games? Diego Pavia's Heisman reaction. All this and more presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to Matt Campbell taking the Penn State gig before diving into the Hawkeyes' ReliaQuest Bowl bid. Can the Big Ten run the CFP? Previewing Cy-Hawk basketball and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman put a bow on Iowa's regular season. Why was it a success? The coaching carousel is as crazy as ever. The CFP situation with the Big Ten. Signing day for future Hawks. Iowa Hoops had its first test and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices