The Big Ten Huddle Podcast

Big Ten Football news, transfer portal, Big Ten football recruiting, Transfer portal rumors, Big Ten portal news – JR and Zach reveal the ONE player every single Big Ten team (all 18) absolutely CANNOT afford to lose to the 2025-26 transfer portal. From Bryce Underwood at Michigan to Nico Iamaleava at UCLA, we break down the young stars, quarterbacks, and defenders that will decide who competes fo...

Big Ten Football news is WILD after Week 13! Oregon vs USC instant reaction, Illinois vs Wisconsin disaster, Penn State vs Nebraska collapse, Ohio State vs Michigan latest, Big Ten week 13 recap with JR & Zach – Dante Moore goes off, Indiana survives chaos, Northwestern shocks Minnesota, Washington blows out UCLA & more! Who’s in the Big Ten title race? Who’s a playoff fraud? Full breakdow...

In this episode: Full 2026 Big Ten recruiting rankings for all 18 teams (247Sports composite) Who’s rising, who’s falling, and which programs are loading up for the future Detailed Oregon vs USC breakdown – why Jeff is taking the Ducks -9.5 Lock City: Northwestern -3.5 over Minnesota explained Week 12 picks recap (1-1, now 6-3 on Lock City for the season) Timestamps / Chapters 0:00 – Intro & s...

Big Ten football news is HERE! JR & Zach drop their Week 13 preview with score predictions for EVERY game: Ohio State vs Rutgers, USC vs Oregon, Penn State vs Nebraska, Illinois vs Wisconsin + more! Bold takes, upset alerts & final scores you need before Saturday! JR & Zach go game-by-game with official score predictions: Ohio State vs Rutgers Minnesota vs Northwestern at Wrigley Orego...

The committee finally pushed back on SEC bias… but is it enough? We react live to every major move in the Week 13 CFP rankings and tell you exactly what it means for Oregon, Ohio State, Indiana, Penn State, Alabama, Georgia, Texas A&M, and more. Timestamps / Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:57 Zach explains why he kept saying “si” in Paris 03:14 Jeff’s son just pulled off a massive high school playoff...

Is the AP Poll slow to react or is the CFP committee about to make the same mistakes? Full college football playoff news and top 25 reaction! Big Ten Huddle brings you daily college football playoff rankings updates, Big Ten news, and honest takes on Oregon football, Ohio State, Michigan, Penn State, USC football, Indiana, and more. JR and Jeff debate whether this is the right or wrong move, dive...

Don’t miss the latest insights! The Big Ten Huddle breaks down every game, upset, and storyline in college football’s toughest conference. From Indiana’s historic home streak to USC’s gritty win over Iowa, we cover it all. Subscribe for weekly recaps, bold takes, and exclusive analysis! About The Big Ten Huddle: Hosted by JR (@jrs_rankings) and Jeff, we bring you unfiltered Big Ten football covera...

Elite Tier: Washington, Indiana, Oregon, Ohio State dominate – Mendoza Heisman frontrunner at +100 odds! Satisfied Tier: Illinois, Penn State, USC grind out wins with comeback vibes. Questionable Tier: Michigan survives 5 turnovers; Northwestern hangs tough but falls short. Concerning Tier: Iowa 0 second-half points; Wisconsin defense wastes elite effort. Awful Tier: UCLA, Purdue, Minnesota out-at...

Join JR and special guest Jeff as they dissect the rankings, share bold predictions, and dive into key matchups like Oregon vs. USC. Discover why Indiana's resume shines, Michigan's grit stands out, and underdogs like Penn State are rising. We cover Heisman buzz around Fernando Mendoza and Julian Sayan, plus SEC implications for the playoffs. The Big Ten Huddle is your go-to source for unfiltered...

JR brings on Chris for the weekly Penn State head coaching search update on The Big Ten Huddle. The top 4 candidates have solidified: Tier 1 (Preferred): Mike Elko (Texas A&M – no extension signed), Kalen DeBoer (Alabama – mutual interest despite success) Tier 2 (Strong Backups): Eli Drinkwitz (Missouri), Brent Key (Georgia Tech – rising fast) Key Intel: Elko remains Penn State’s #1 target DeB...

Dive into the latest big ten football news and week 12 preview with JR's instant reaction on The Big Ten Huddle! Get the scoop on college football playoff rankings, college football playoffs news, USC vs Iowa, Oregon vs Minnesota, Michigan vs Northwestern, UCLA vs Ohio State, and more as we break down every Big Ten game. From shocking spreads to playoff implications, this episode covers it all in...

Join The Big Ten Huddle for unfiltered analysis on all things Big Ten football. Hosted by JR, this channel delivers weekly breakdowns, reactions, and previews straight from the heart of college football. Whether it's rankings drama, game previews, or conference realignment buzz, we've got you covered with honest opinions and deep dives. Why Watch? Get ahead of the curve with timely news and expert...

Big Ten football news alert: Dive into the explosive $2.4B UC Investments deal shaking up Michigan football and USC football! JR is joined by expert Greg Flugaur to unpack the private equity misconceptions, conference expansion news, and why Big Ten Enterprises could lead to Michigan and USC being kicked out. From grant of rights extensions to cash infusions and strategic partnerships, we break do...

Big Ten football news alert! Join JR on The Big Ten Huddle as he teams up with College Football With Sam for an in-depth college football recap of week 11 recap. We break down must-see matchups like oregon vs iowa, indiana vs penn state, washington vs wisconsin, and more – from Indiana's clutch win to Oregon's gritty survival and shocking playoff implications. In this episode, we dive deep into th...

Full Power Rankings: Ohio State - Dominant win over Purdue keeps them No. 1. Indiana - Solid but not flashy victory maintains their elite status. Oregon - Impressive road win over Iowa. USC - Moved up after shutting down Northwestern in the second half. Iowa - Tough loss to Oregon but still a top contender. Illinois - Bye week bump from others' losses. Michigan - Steady after bye, benefiting from...

USC football news alert! In this segment from a recent episode of The Big Ten Huddle, JR breaks down the USC vs Northwestern game where USC dominated 38-17. Key highlights include Jayden Maiava's 299-yard performance, a crucial fumble recovery, and Northwestern's early push falling short. JR also dives into USC football news on playoff chances—could a 9-3 finish sneak them in with help from upsets...

Big Ten Football Week 11 Preview: Best Bets & Insights from Big Jeff In this episode of Big Jeff's Football Insights on The Big Ten Huddle, Jeff shares his personal update on his son's high school playoffs, reviews his Week 10 picks (finishing 3-2 against the spread), and dives into a special topic: how the Big Ten vs SEC comparison narrative shifts dramatically when using ESPN SP+ Top 25 inst...

Join JR and Zack on The Big Ten Huddle for an in-depth preview of Week 11 in Big Ten Football, featuring key matchups like Oregon vs Iowa and Indiana vs Penn State. Get the latest Big Ten News, expert predictions, and analysis on CFP rankings implications. Don't miss our breakdowns of games like Ohio State at Purdue, Washington at Wisconsin, Maryland at Rutgers, and Nebraska at UCLA! The Big Ten H...

Get analysis on head-to-head matchups, strength of record, and how teams like Texas, Ole Miss, BYU, and Notre Dame stack up in this college football playoffs top 25 prediction. In this segment, JR shares his full predicted list, including surprises like no Group of Five teams ranked, while Zack agrees with the rankings. We discuss betting odds from FanDuel, and how the committee should honor big w...

In this segment from a recent episode of The Big Ten Huddle, hosts JR and Zack break down the latest AP Top 25 college football rankings, expressing frustration over the lack of Big Ten teams in prominent spots. They highlight issues like Tennessee's questionable ranking and predict how the College Football Playoff (CFP) committee might adjust their top 25 on Tuesday night. From Ohio State at #1 t...

T his episode breaks down what made us confident moving forward about each Big Ten team that won. From Ohio State's explosive plays to Indiana's injury-defying dominance, we highlight the positives that signal bright futures. Get the latest Big Ten Football News and insights on why these teams are built for success in 2025. Whether you're a die-hard fan or catching up on the action, we cover key m...

Join The Big Ten Huddle for in-depth Big Ten football discussions, including news, rumors, storylines, and expert analysis. For more team-focused content, check out JR's Big Ten Football News channel. We appreciate your support—like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for updates! Follow us on all social media @TheBigTenHuddle Contact: jrsrankings@gmail.com Subscribe for more Big Ten content...

In this episode of The Big Ten Huddle, JR breaks down the Big Ten Football Power Rankings after an exciting Week 10. From Ohio State's dominant performance against Penn State to Indiana's gritty road win over Maryland, we recap all the action, including key games like Illinois vs Minnesota and USC vs Nebraska. Get the latest Big Ten Football News, insights on Ohio State vs Indiana in the potential...

Top 4 Penn State Coaching Candidates Breakdown: Mike Elko (Texas A&M): Mutual interest, wants top pay; A&M counters but home ties + Big Ten path tempt. Eli Drinkwitz (Missouri): Aggressive push, pre-playoff timing ideal for recruiting class rescue. Jeff Brohm (Louisville): Alma mater but ACC sinking; big-game winner, QB guru, demands top-5 money. Brent Key (Georgia Tech): Interviewing TODA...

In this episode: Week 9 picks recap and insights Grading all 18 Big Ten teams: Who's overachieving (A grades like Indiana, Iowa) and underachieving (D grades like Ohio State, USC)? Week 10 best bets on 5 games, including Penn State vs Ohio State, Illinois vs Minnesota, Indiana vs Maryland, Michigan vs Purdue, and USC vs Nebraska Subscribe for more Big Ten content! More Big Ten Football News: @jrs_...