The Big Ten Huddle Podcast

In this lively episode of the Big Ten Huddle, hosts JR and Zack tackle three major topics shaking up college football. They kick off with a heated discussion on Connor Stalions, the former Michigan staffer at the center of the sign-stealing scandal, who took to X to counter TCU coach Sonny Dykes' comments about Michigan's tactics in their 2022 College Football Playoff semifinal (05:12 - 14:14). St...

In this unfiltered episode of Big Jeff’s Insights, JR and Jeff break down the 10 essential truths and lies about Big Ten football that every fan must understand. Jeff doesn’t sugarcoat his analysis—it’s all about facts, not feelings. Whether you're an Ohio State believer or a Nebraska loyalist, this episode will challenge your assumptions. Jeff delivers 10 hard truths and lies every Big Ten footba...

In this episode of the Big Ten Huddle, host JR, joined by Jeff from Big Jeff's Football, explores the critical position groups that will define the 2025 season for each Big Ten team. They discuss why these positions are pivotal for success, offering insights into team strategies, player performances, and statistical trends. The episode covers all 18 Big Ten teams in alphabetical order, highlightin...

In this fiery episode of Big Ten Huddle, hosts JR and Jeff dive into the latest college football (CFB) controversies, focusing on big mouths making waves in the Big Ten and beyond. Recorded live on YouTube, this episode covers Scott Frost’s bold comments about Nebraska, Josh Pate’s analysis of Ryan Day’s ongoing pressure at Ohio State, and Brett Yormark’s shots at the Big Ten’s playoff model. Belo...

In this exciting episode of the Big Ten Huddle, JR and Zack dive deep into the Big Ten Conference’s top secondaries for the 2025 college football season. They discuss their individual rankings, highlight standout players, and identify hidden gems who could make a significant impact. The episode covers key teams like Ohio State, Illinois, Penn State, Michigan, and more, analyzing their defensive ba...

In this episode of the Big Ten Huddle, hosts JR and Zach Guggenheim provide an in-depth analysis of the 2025 Big Ten football season, focusing on the best and worst-case scenarios for all 18 teams. They explore each team's potential "floor" (worst-case record) and "ceiling" (best-case record), while also discussing which teams have a shot at the College Football Playoff and whi...

In this episode of the Big Ten Huddle podcast, hosts JR and Zack team up with Big Jeff for part two of the Big Jeff Insights series. They dive into a detailed comparison of nine Big Ten teams: Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan State, Minnesota, Northwestern, Purdue, Rutgers, and Wisconsin. For each team, they analyze three key aspects: The program they’re most like now: A current counterpart r...

In this episode of the Big Ten Huddle , hosts JR and Zach dive into a comprehensive preview of the 2025 Big Ten linebacker rankings, spotlighting the top 20 players, their impact, and the best linebacker duos and trios in the conference. The discussion begins with a clarification on including hybrid edge players like Mikail Kamara (Indiana), Matayo Uiagalelei (Oregon), and Dani Dennis-Sutton (Penn...

In this episode of Big Ten Huddle, hosts JR and Zack dive into a comprehensive recap of the Big Ten's June recruiting cycle, framed as a "Winners and Losers" showdown. They analyze the most notable commitments, highlight underrated prospects who deserve more attention, and evaluate which teams made the biggest splash in the recruiting landscape. Whether you're a die-hard college football...

In this episode of The Big Ten Huddle, hosts JR and Zack dive into a comprehensive preview of the tight end position in the Big Ten for the 2025 college football season. The episode focuses on ranking the top 20 tight ends, analyzing their 2024 performances, highlighting breakout candidates, and identifying the strongest tight end duos across Big Ten teams. The hosts also discuss challenges in eva...

In this episode of Big Ten Huddle, hosts JR and Zack break down the latest controversies and developments in Big Ten football. They tackle three major topics shaking up the college football landscape: Bret Bielema’s Tampering Allegations Against Georgia (3:15 - 15:30) JR and Zack discuss Illinois coach Bret Bielema’s claims that Georgia tampered with former Illini running back Josh McCray during t...

Welcome to the Big Ten Huddle with hosts Jeff and JR for "Big Jeff's Insights" - Part 1 of our deep dive into what makes Big Ten teams thrive. In this episode, we explore the historical and recent performance of nine Big Ten programs—Ohio State, Michigan, USC, Nebraska, Penn State, Washington, Oregon, UCLA, and Iowa—focusing on key metrics that define their success: conference win percen...

In this episode of the Big Ten Huddle, host JR, joined by Mike from We Live for Saturday podcast, delivers an in-depth preview of the Big Ten offensive lines for the 2025 college football season. The discussion covers JR’s offensive line rankings, potential surprise teams, the impact of size, and whether the Big Ten boasts the best offensive lines in college football. Here’s a detailed breakdown:...

In this action-packed episode of the Big Ten Huddle, host JR breaks down the hottest topics in Big Ten football. The episode kicks off with the brewing controversy over whether Michigan and Michigan State could face expulsion from the Big Ten if they leverage legal loopholes to bypass the House settlement’s NIL rules. JR then examines how schools like USC and SEC programs are flouting these regula...

In this lively episode of Big Ten Huddle, hosts JR and Dylan (DK) from Boiler Express unleash ten bold predictions for the 2025 Big Ten football season. These aren’t safe bets but spicy possibilities that could redefine the conference, from Wisconsin’s surprising wins to Purdue’s potential to shock Ohio State. Recorded on June 20, 2025, this episode is a must-listen for fans craving bold takes and...

Welcome to the Big Ten Huddle! Hosts JR and Dylan (DK) from Boiler Express bring you the latest in Big Ten football with humor and engaging insights. Topics Discussed: NCAA Football Video Game Top 100 Players JR and DK celebrate the 30 Big Ten athletes who made the NCAA Football game's Top 100 list, spotlighting stars like Jeremiah Smith and Caleb Downs. DK, a Purdue fan, humorously laments the ab...

In this episode of the Big Ten Huddle, hosts JR and Zach deliver an engaging discussion on two major topics: Bret Bielema's recent comments on the college football playoff structure and a detailed preview of the Big Ten's defensive lines for the 2025 season. The episode kicks off with a lively introduction, setting the stage for a deep dive into college football's hottest topics (00:00:00 - 00:01:...

JR and Zack select five key Big Ten rematches expected to flip from their 2024 results. They discuss why teams like Ohio State, Michigan, Penn State, Oregon, and Indiana could see different outcomes due to roster changes, coaching adjustments, and strategic shifts. Each game is broken down with insights into what went wrong last year and what could go right in 2025. Expect heated debates on whethe...

In this exciting episode of The Big Ten Huddle , hosts JR and Zack dive into a comprehensive preview of the Big Ten’s wide receiver talent for the 2025 season. They kick off with their definitive top 25 wide receiver rankings, spotlighting standout players like Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate, who they rank as the top two (00:08:00). The hosts discuss game-changers expected to dominat...

In this episode of Big Ten Huddle , hosts JR and Zack dive into three major college football topics, delivering engaging analysis for Big Ten fans. Drawing from best podcast practices outlined by platforms like Spotify for Podcasters and Apple Podcasts, we ensure a clear structure, listener interaction, and actionable calls-to-action to boost engagement. Below is a detailed breakdown of the episod...

In this episode of the Big Ten Huddle, JR is joined by Jeff from Big Jeff's Insights to dive deep into the historical performance of Big Ten football teams, focusing on in-conference winning percentages since the 1970s. Jeff presents detailed data tables, available at BigJeffsFootball.com, that break down team records by decade, color-coded to show elite (70-100%), good (55-69%), mediocre (46-54%)...

In this episode of The Big Ten Huddle, host JR delivers a comprehensive preview of the Big Ten’s special teams for the 2025 season. From ranking all 18 special teams coordinators to spotlighting returning star players and projecting future standouts, this episode is packed with insights for Big Ten fans. JR also highlights Iowa’s consistent dominance in special teams and invites viewers to join li...

JR is with Larry from @InsideMarylandSports in this episode, where he explores five key takeaways from how Big Ten schools are responding to the House vs NCAA Settlement. From Penn State and UCLA’s private equity deals to Ohio State and USC’s partnerships with Learfield, we cover the latest moves. We’ll address concerns about Penn State and UCLA’s stability and why the settlement’s foundation appe...

In this engaging episode of Big Ten Huddle , hosts JR and Zach deliver a comprehensive preview of the running back position in the Big Ten Conference for the 2025 college football season. The episode kicks off with an introduction emphasizing their goal to highlight the Big Ten’s talent and counter national biases, such as those favoring the SEC, by showcasing the depth of running backs in the con...

In this episode of The Big Ten Huddle , JR and Zach tackle three pivotal topics shaping the 2025 college football season, with a focus on the Big Ten conference. They also announce a significant update: the podcast is joining the Believe Network, resulting in two weekly episodes (news on Mondays, team previews on Tuesdays) while maintaining the YouTube live stream format. The hosts reaffirm their...