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On this episode of Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis hand out their hardware for the 2023 football season. Who was their top player of the year? Who surprised them the most, and who was the Big Ten's biggest disappointment? What were their favorite games of the year, and who do they look forward to seeing next season? They get into all that and more, discussing the transfer portal an...

On this episode of Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis discuss the College Playoff Rankings, with Michigan taking the No. 1 seed and Alabama and Texas leapfrogging undefeated Florida State. (1:00). The guys then discuss whether the Wolverines or the Washington Huskies should have earned the top spot. Later, the Big Ten Championship game takes center stage (32:20), and the guys examine...

In today's Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis have everything you need to know about the Big Ten Championship Game this weekend. The Athletic's Nick Baumgardner joins the guys to talk all things Wolverines (7:34), including how their depth brought them to the brink of another playoff appearance, how Blake Corum has taken his game to another level, and how this Michigan team compares t...

On a new Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis break down Ohio State-Michigan. Did Ryan Day coach too conservatively (1:34)? How did JJ McCarthy outduel Kyle McCord (9:05)? The guys discuss that and how Michigan's depth carried the day (11:26). Later, they share their College Football Playoff picks and discuss which one-loss teams could still make the playoffs (15:24). Ken and James eulo...

In this edition of Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis discuss Rivalry Week, including the titanic clash between Ohio State and Michigan. Has Michigan's resume been unfairly maligned? Is Ohio State coming into the game with more momentum? Should the Wolverines be scared? The guys break those all down, and make their picks in the game. Elsewhere, the guys talk about the in-state battle...

On this episode of Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis break down Week 12 of the Big Ten football season. First, Michigan struggles in a win over Maryland (2:02), and new revelations emerge around the program as a booster is in hot water and a coach is fired (5:35). Later, the guys discuss whether the Wolverines can right the ship (9:22) and whether Ohio State should be favored in "The...

In today's episode of Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis preview Michigan's looming showdown with Maryland, and the ongoing fallout from Jim Harbaugh's suspension, with MLive's Aaron McMann helping break it all down (6:16). McMann also evaluates JJ McCarthy's draft stock and Sherrone Moore's chances at becoming a full-time head coach, while also evaluating whether Michigan is 'America...

On this episode of Big Ten Country, Kenneth Davis and James Neveau discuss a Statement Saturday in the Big Ten. They start with Michigan beating Penn State as they face another stretch without suspended head coach Jim Harbaugh (2:07). They also discuss James Franklin's performance and what went wrong in a missed opportunity for his Nittany Lions (8:14). Later, they dissect Sherrone Moore's teary p...

In a star-studded episode of Big Ten Country, Michigan's sign-stealing scandal and the men's college hoops season take center stage. James Neveau and Kenneth Davis talk about Michigan's turmoil as a big game with Penn State looms. They discuss their concerns about the Big Ten's investigation (1:00). They then welcome NBC Sports and The Athletic's Nicole Auerbach for her latest on the scandal (10:0...

On this episode of Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis recap Week 10 of the Big Ten football season. They start with Penn State and Michigan holding serve ahead of a titanic clash in Happy Valley (1:06). They also break down Ohio State's sluggish win over Rutgers (13:20) and discuss whether the Buckeyes deserve to remain in the College Football Playoff's top spot. Later, they discuss a...

In today's Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Ken Davis discuss Ohio State's ascent to the top of the first College Football Playoff rankings (00:18). The duo then discusses whether a one-loss Big Ten team can still make the playoff and then chats about the ongoing sign-stealing scandal at Michigan and a bizarre (alleged) Connor Stalions sighting at Central Michigan this season (14:45). Finally, th...

In this episode of Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis break down Week 9 in the Big Ten season. Ohio State's win over Wisconsin goes under the microscope (1:49) as does Penn State's narrow escape vs. Indiana (9:30). Can either team realistically contend with Michigan for a conference, or even national, title (17:42)? Finally, the guys share their College Football Playoff predictions (2...

On this episode of Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis preview the Week 9 of the college football season. Before they discuss the five Big Ten matches on the docket for the weekend, Mike Vernon from KUHearings.com joins James and Kenneth to preview and discuss Bill Self's return to Champaign for an exhibition between Kansas and Illinois (3:11). Mike also discusses whether Bill Self is...

On this episode of Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis discuss Saturday's showdown between Ohio State and Penn State (00:24), focusing on the statement the Buckeyes made and the questions the Nittany Lions still must answer. Later, Michigan's eventful week comes into focus (17:51), with a blowout win over Michigan State and allegations of sign stealing. A bit of jersey talk (26:10) liv...

On this episode of Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis break down the massive matchup between Penn State and Ohio State. The guys offer their thoughts on the game (1:06), and are then joined by DKPittsburghSports' Cory Giger to help preview the game (7:40). Later, James and Kenneth give their predictions for the matchup (33:30). Finally, they run through the rest of the Big Ten slate,...

On a special episode of Big Ten Country, Iowa women's basketball star and Big Ten Sixth Player of the Year Hannah Stuelke joins James Neveau and Kenneth Davis to break down the record-setting "Crossover at Kinnick” (7:13). Hannah discusses playing in front of 56,000 fans (9:47), the Kinnick Stadium traditions the team was able to embrace (10:22), what she and her teammates have been motivated by t...

On this episode of Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis break down Week 7 of the Big Ten football season. The guys discuss the Iowa-Wisconsin matchup for Big Ten West supremacy (1:40). Maryland's upset at the hands of Illinois also caught attention (14:30), as did Rutgers' stunning comeback over Michigan State (27:02). Michigan takes care of business vs. Indiana, (36:10) while Ohio Stat...

In a special episode of Big Ten Country, The Athletic's Scott Dochterman joins James Neveau and Kenneth Davis to preview the "Crossover at Kinnick," an exhibition between Iowa and DePaul aiming to break an attendance record for women's basketball. Scott previews the game, breaks down the remarkable impact of Caitlin Clark on the world of sports, and the expectations surrounding the Hawkeyes headin...

In the latest episode of Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis are joined by On3 Sports' Nick Schultz, to discuss the battle for West supremacy between Iowa and Wisconsin. Later, they break down Ohio State's continued success and discuss if they're poised for a playoff run. The trio also talks Heisman Trophy candidates, NFL Draft and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pc...

In today's Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis break down Ohio State's big win over Maryland and why we haven't heard the last of the Terrapins. They also examine Iowa's win over Purdue and why Michigan once again proved they may be America's best team. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advert...

On today's Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis welcome Shawne Merriman to discuss Maryland's chances vs. Ohio State, and whether they should be in the Top-25. Spencer Holbrook of Lettermen Row also discusses the game, and whether the Buckeyes should be fearful of the Terrapins. Finally, the guys discuss Purdue's showdown with Iowa, and whether Wisconsin is poised to make another statem...

On this episode of Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Ken Davis discuss whether Michigan is the No. 1 team in the country. They also reveal their thoughts on Penn State's performance against Northwestern, and evaluate Purdue's dominant win over Illinois. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis discuss Michigan's first road test with Zach Shaw, and they also examine Purdue coach Ryan Walters' chance to show off vs his former Illinois colleagues with Mike Carmin. 3:23 - Zach Shaw Michigan beat reporter for 24/7 Sports 27:15 - Mike Carmin of Gold nad Black.com on Purdue vs Illinois 43:00 - James and Kenneth break down the b...

In the latest episode of Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Ken Davis break down an incredible Ohio State win over Notre Dame. The guys also discuss Ryan Day's postgame jabs at Lou Holtz, and also sing Penn State's praises after the Nittany Lions shut down Iowa with a dominating performance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use o...

James Neveau and Ken Davis preview this weekend's massive matchup between Ohio State and Notre Dame, with NBC's Kathryn Tappen and Joey Kaufman of the Columbus Dispatch breaking down Saturday's game. Later, Ken and James dissect Iowa-Penn State and Rutgers-Michigan, and share their predictions for the week ahead in the Big Ten. 7:01 - NBC Sports' game reporter Kathryn Tappen 22:19 - Joey Kaufman f...