JR, Bleav

The Big Ten Huddle Podcast

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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...

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JR, Bleav

Episodes

Ryan Day DEMOTED Below Cignetti? 2026 Big Ten Head Coach Rankings 25.02.2026 57:16

JR and Zack drop their full Big Ten football head coach rankings for 2026! Big Ten Football News featuring the best Big Ten head coach Curt Cignetti at #1, Ryan Day, Dan Lanning, Kirk Ferentz climbing to top 4, Bret Bielema, Kyle Whittingham, Lincoln Riley, Pat Fitzgerald, and massive debates on every spot. Who got snubbed? Who’s too high? Full rankings + why we’re lockstep on the top 8. Chapters...

Ranking the Top 10 Big Ten Games – Iowa QB Recruiting – Josh Pate Wrong on Curt Cignetti... Again 24.02.2026 36:49

Big Ten Football News: Top 10 Big Ten games 2026, best big ten games including ohio state vs indiana, oregon vs michigan, ohio state vs usc, indiana vs michigan. Iowa football recruiting news explodes with Tradon Bessinger, Jake Nawrot iowa quarterback, Tim Lester. Why josh pate wrong on josh pate curt cignetti head coach rankings for indiana in the Big Ten Huddle! JR ranks his official Top 10 mus...

Will Indiana Lose Their Title? + Top 5 Big Ten Coaches Under the MOST Pressure in 2026 23.02.2026 1:20:20

Big Ten Football News: JR and Zack Discuss Rondale Moore's Tragic Death, Vacate Indiana National Championship Risk, Will Indiana Lose Their National Championship?, Indiana Vacate Wins Over Lewis Moore Eligibility, Temporary Restraining Order Drama, Big Ten Head Coaches Most Pressure in 2026, Big Ten Hot Seat with Luke Fickell, Mike Locksley, Lincoln Riley, Greg Schiano, Matt Rhule, Dan Lanning, Ba...

I Witnessed UCLA's EPIC Comeback Over Illinois – Michigan Looks Mortal vs Duke – B1G Dominate Top 16 22.02.2026 44:07

Big Ten Basketball News: JR and Ethan break down the thrilling UCLA vs Illinois game where UCLA pulled off a massive upset, coming back from 23 points down to win 95-94 on Donovan Dent's buzzer-beater. They dive into Illinois' struggles, UCLA's bubble watch, and if Illinois is overrated. Plus, recap Michigan vs Duke, Duke's dominant win over Michigan basketball, Aday Mara highlights, and the NCAA...

Purdue's Secret Weapon Destroys Indiana – Cignetti's Contract Bombshell – B1G vs SEC Breakaway Looms 21.02.2026 46:34

In this episode of The Big Ten Huddle, JR recaps the thrilling Purdue vs Indiana basketball game where Purdue basketball dominates 93-64 with stars like Trey Kaufman Renn, Fletcher Loyer, and Braden Smith shining. Dive into Big Ten Football News on Curt Cignetti Extension, making him Curt Cignetti Highest Paid Coach with a Curt Cignetti contract at Cignetti $13.2M for Indiana football. Plus, thoug...

INTEL: Secrets to Big Ten Teams CRASHING NCAA Tourney! + Seeding Projections 20.02.2026 47:47

Big Ten Basketball Bracketology Intel: Get the Inside Scoop on Michigan, Illinois, Purdue & Bubble Teams Analyzed! Dive into the latest Big Ten Basketball News and Bracketology with JR and Jason Carmello from Big Underdog. We break down the Big Ten basketball NCAA tournament outlook, including bubble teams fighting for spots, Michigan basketball's #1 seed lock, Illinois basketball's offensive...

Utah's Secret Big Ten Push – ESPN & Big Ten Agreeing? – Mick Cronin Tanking 19.02.2026 37:31

Big Ten Huddle: Utah to Big Ten? 24-Team Playoff Chaos & Mick Cronin Drama! Big Ten football News, Utah Big Ten, conference realignment, Utah private equity, Big Ten expansion, conference expansion, 24 team playoff, espn, sec vs big ten, espn and big ten, tony petitti, mick cronin, ucla basketball, fire mick cronin, ucla head coach. Dive into the latest Big Ten football news and conference rea...

I Rank the TOP 5 Big Ten Playoff CRASHERS – Teams Who Didn't Make It Last Who Could Make It in 2026! 18.02.2026 1:03:03

In this episode of The Big Ten Huddle, JR and Zack dive into their Top 5 Most Likely Big Ten Teams to Make the Playoffs That Didn't in 2025! From Michigan football's potential resurgence to USC football's schedule edge, Iowa football's dark horse vibes, Michigan State football's turnaround hopes, Penn State football's talent boost, and UCLA football's surprise factor – we break down Big Ten footba...

LEAKED: The Big Ten’s 24-Team Playoff Proposal That CRUSHES the SEC 16.02.2026 58:36

JR & Zack break down the explosive ESPN-leaked 24-team playoff document the Big Ten is fighting for. Big Ten football News just got wild — this 24-team playoff proposal gives the Big Ten massive advantages while the SEC is scrambling. Home playoff games, no more repeat conference matchups, and a direct shot at ESPN’s monopoly? Yeah, Big Ten loves it. SEC hates it. We go deep on why this format...

Oregon's Path to Winning the Natty | The Big Ten Can't be Stagnant | Surviving Big Ten Tripping and Falls 12.02.2026 35:59

Big Ten Football News: Oregon Football Poised for National Championship? JR dives into why Oregon could win the 2026 national championship with Dan Lanning, Dante Moore, Drew Mehringer, and Chris Hampton leading the charge. Plus, Big Ten vs SEC rivalry heats up with Roman Oben's hire—why Tony Petitti must push Big Ten NFL ties to stay ahead. In Big Ten Basketball News, the tripping epidemic with J...

WILD: Maryland's Transfer Portal Recap – Retaining FRESHMAN Phenoms! 11.02.2026 22:37

Join JR from The Big Ten Huddle and Matt Germack from Testudo Times as they dive into the Maryland Football Transfer Portal recap! From Mike Locksley's bold retentions like Malik Washington, Sidney Stewart, and Zahir Mathis to key additions and losses, get the full breakdown on how the Terrapins are shaping up for 2026. This Maryland transfer portal recap covers freshmen impacts, edge rushers, and...

Illinois Hires New DC | Alabama is Rumored to Not Play Ohio St | Would anyone leave the Big Ten? 11.02.2026 59:55

In this Big Ten football News episode of The Big Ten Huddle, JR dives into Illinois football's new defensive coordinator hire: former Montana Head Coach Bobby Hauck under Bret Bielema. We break down rumors of Alabama canceling Ohio State game per Paul Finebaum, the Alabama vs Ohio State matchup, SEC 9 Game Conference Schedule impacts, Nebraska football's past thoughts on moving to Big 12 from Bill...

Josh Hoover Can FILL Mendoza's Shoes | Nebraska CSC Inquiry | Big Ten Growth 10.02.2026 35:55

Big Ten Football News: JR Talks Josh Hoover Replacing Fernando Mendoza at Indiana Football Under Curt Cignetti – Is Josh Hoover the Next Fernando Mendoza? Plus Nebraska Football CSC Inquiry on House Settlement, Nebraska Investigation, Nebraska NIL Penalties, Big Ten Expansion, Conference Realignment, Conference Expansion, Miami Big Ten, Florida State Big Ten, North Carolina Big Ten, ACC to Big Ten...

Illinois DC Rumors | Greg Schiano made the RIGHT HIRE | North Dakota State CRUSHING ESPN Dreams 09.02.2026 52:04

Join JR on The Big Ten Huddle as he breaks down the latest Big Ten football News including Rutgers defensive coordinator hire of Travis Johansen Rutgers, Greg Schiano's smart move for Rutgers football, Illinois football's Illinois defensive coordinator rumors with Chris Partridge Illinois, and how North Dakota State Mountain West transition in conference realignment from fcs to fbs could foil Nort...

Your Big Ten Fix: Fear's Takes Down Illinois, Indiana Still Alive, Nebraska fixing issues, and Loyer's 18 Fuels Purdue Escape 08.02.2026 46:00

Big Ten Basketball News: MSU vs Illinois thriller as Jeremy Fears Jr. erupts for 26 pts & 15 assists in 85-82 OT upset! Indiana vs Wisconsin OT epic with Lamar Wilkerson's 25 pts & perfect FTs clinch resume win. Nebraska vs Rutgers rout revived by Rienk Mast's 21 pts slump-buster. Purdue vs Oregon nail-biter ends 68-64 on Fletcher Loyer's late dagger. Full recaps, analysis & standings...

Big Ten Assistants RAIDED by the NFL – All Returning Big Ten Offense – Exposing the SEC's TV Hype 06.02.2026 40:25

In this Big Ten Football News episode, JR ranks the most impactful Big Ten assistant coaches heading to the Big Ten to NFL like Eric Henderson, Noah Pauley, Lou Esposito, Chandler Whitmer, Mike Bajakian. Plus, All Big Ten Returning Players on Offense featuring Julian Sayin, Bo Jackson, Jordon Davison, Carter Smith, Kaden Pieper. And debunking the false narrative around SEC's TV contract – ESPN's t...

BOOM: Nebraska Revives their QB and OL Rooms – Transfer Portal Wins 05.02.2026 21:37

Join JR from The Big Ten Huddle and TJ from The Common Fan Podcast as they dive into the Nebraska Football Transfer Portal recap. From Dylan Raiola's exit to additions like Anthony Colandrea, Owen Chambliss, and losses like Keona Davis, this Nebraska transfer portal recap breaks down the Huskers' key moves, offensive line upgrades, and defensive boosts for 2026. Nebraska Football fans, get the ins...

Penn State National Signing Day Recap – Cignetti Calls Out Tampering – Big Noon Kickoff in Jeopardy 05.02.2026 39:53

Big Ten Football News: Penn State Football Recruiting Chaos on National Signing Day! Dive into JR's breakdown of Penn State's 2026 class, Curt Cignetti interview on tampering, transfer portal vs recruiting, Indiana football schedule, and if Fox is dumping the Big Ten & Big Noon Kickoff. Get the latest on Penn State recruiting news, Indiana football recruiting, Curt Cignetti tampering claims, I...

Big Ten NFL Future! – Riley Roasts SEC! – Did the Big Ten Reject Notre Dame? 04.02.2026 48:09

Dive into the latest Big Ten Football News as JR breaks down a potential Big Ten NFL Partnership with insights on NFL in College Football, Big Ten NFL ties involving Roger Goodell and Tony Petitti. Explore Lincoln Riley SEC drama, including SEC paying players and Lincoln Riley Colin Cowherd comments on Big Ten vs SEC rivalry and college football parity. Plus, did the Big Ten Reject Notre Dame? Dis...

Illinois' Coaching CHAOS – Indiana Basketball's Rise – Kemon Spell Loss Explained 03.02.2026 47:59

Big Ten Football News and Basketball Buzz! Dive into the latest on Illinois football coaching shakeup with Aaron Henry heading to Notre Dame, Rob Discher to Ohio State, and Thad Ward to Kansas State. We break down Illinois defensive coordinator candidates like Justin Wilcox, Mark Stoops, and Pete Kwiatkowski. Shift to Big Ten basketball with Indiana basketball's rise after wins over Purdue and Ind...

EXPOSED: ESPN Needs the Big Ten – Big Ten & SEC Will Ditch Other Conferences – Basketball Title Race 02.02.2026 58:02

Big Ten Football News exposes how ESPN needs the Big Ten and the Big Ten knows it, plus how the Big Ten and SEC are leaving the ACC and Big 12 behind financially in big ten vs acc, big ten vs big 12, big ten private equity, big ten sec leaving ncaa. Map the Big Ten basketball title race with Illinois basketball, Purdue basketball, Michigan basketball, Michigan State basketball, Nebraska basketball...

INSIDE Washington's Portal Class – Key Wins & Freshman Firepower! 31.01.2026 24:31

Washington Football Transfer Portal Recap: Demond Williams Drama & Jedd Fisch's Key Moves! In this episode of The Big Ten Huddle, host JR chats with Hooligan from Sound the Siren podcast about the Washington transfer portal recap. We break down the Demond Williams situation, Jedd Fisch's strategy, and top additions like Jaden Lamar, Colt Diederich, and Elijah Brown. Plus, how the Huskies repla...

WILD: Michigan DESTROYS MSU, Bailey Eyes College Basketball Return, Ohio State Ditches the SEC 31.01.2026 43:58

Big Ten Basketball News: Dusty May leads Michigan beats Michigan State in Michigan vs Michigan State rivalry! Michigan State vs Michigan recap, Amari Bailey eyes UCLA Basketball return as NBA player to college basketball. Ohio State football news on Big Ten football news: Ryan Day and Ohio State vs Alabama, Alabama vs Ohio State, Georgia vs Ohio State, Ohio State vs Georgia canceled. Ohio State ca...

I Investigated Northwestern's WILD Portal Haul – Chip Kelly Magic! 30.01.2026 19:29

Northwestern Football Transfer Portal Recap: Chip Kelly, Aidan Chiles, Luke Dehnicke & More! In this episode of The Big Ten Huddle, host JR chats with Louie Vaccher from Wildcat Report about Northwestern Football's moves in the Transfer Portal. We break down the Northwestern transfer portal recap, highlighting key additions like QB Aidan Chiles from Michigan State, TE Luke Dehnicke from Minnes...

Analyzing Caleb Downs' BOLD Ohio State Indiana Rematch Claim | Big Noon Kickoff Predictions | Big Ten Basketball Thursday Night Recap 30.01.2026 38:28

Big Ten Football News: Dive into early 2026 Big Ten football odds released by FanDuel, including Notre Dame vs Wisconsin and Ohio State vs Texas. JR breaks down Caleb Downs' comments on his podcast about how Ohio State would beat Indiana in a rematch, featuring insights from Carnell Tate. Plus, predicting every Big Noon Kickoff game in 2026 with Joel Klatt and Fox games in focus. Wrapping up with...