The Big Ten Huddle Podcast

Join JR on The Big Ten Huddle as representatives from USC, Iowa, and Penn State dive into the Big Ten's rivalry with the SEC, predict how many Big Ten teams will make the college football playoffs, and highlight underrated November games. Big Ten Football News, USC Football, Iowa football, Penn State football, college football playoffs, Jedd Fisch. In this episode: Guests from Light the Torch (USC...

Get your Big Ten Football News: Week 10 Preview with JR and Zack! In this episode of The Big Ten Huddle, hosts JR and Zack preview every Week 10 matchup, including injuries, how to watch, and their picks. We also dive into SEC upset picks and more! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hype—tell a friend! More from The Big Ten Huddle: Check out our Thursday "Around the Big Ten" for deeper...

We break down emerging favorites like Brian Hartline of Ohio State, Matt Rhule from Nebraska, Mike Elko at Texas A&M, and other hot names such as Marcus Freeman, Kalen DeBoer, and Jeff Brohm. Plus, we discuss how Brian Kelly's recent dismissal from LSU could shake up the search and what it means for the Nittany Lions' future. Don't miss this insider analysis on the coaching carousel! The Big t...

Whether you're a die-hard Ohio State supporter or rooting for underdogs like Washington, we've got the insights you need. Subscribe for weekly breakdowns, predictions, and more – hit that bell for notifications! What do you think of the AP Poll snubs? Drop your thoughts in the comments below! Video Chapters: 00:00 - Intro and AP Poll Frustrations: JR and Zack kick off with why Big Ten teams deserv...

Join us for honest takes on Big Ten Football every week – from game recaps to coaching drama and player spotlights. Subscribe for more Big Ten News and hit the bell for notifications on all things Big 10! We break down the action with passion and insight – no fluff, just real talk. Video Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro & Remembering Nick Mangold (Positive tribute to an Ohio State icon's legacy) 00:...

Dive into the latest Big Ten football analysis as JR breaks down Week 9 performance tiers on The Big Ten Huddle! From Iowa's dominant shutout over Minnesota to Washington's elite win against Illinois, we tier every team – elite, satisfied, questionable, concerning, and awful. Discover FanDuel odds insights, like Michigan's +2500 shot at the conference title and Indiana's Heisman contender Fernando...

Dive into the latest Big Ten football power rankings as JR and Zack from The Big Ten Huddle break down the Week 9 action. Presented by FanDuel and part of Bleav, this episode covers heated debates on Ohio State vs. Indiana at the top, Iowa's surprising jump, Michigan's strong showing, and more. From USC's firepower to Nebraska's inconsistencies, we analyze what's next for the conference. Don't mis...

Dive into JR's Preseason Big Ten Basketball Power Rankings! In this episode of The Big Ten Huddle presented by FanDuel and part of Bleav, JR breaks down his bold preseason power rankings for the 2025-26 Big Ten basketball season. From Purdue's dominant #1 spot to surprising picks like UCLA at #2 and Indiana at #5, get the inside scoop on teams, coaches, and players set to shine—or stumble. Whether...

JR from The Big Ten Huddle breaks down the top quarterbacks like Fernando Mendoza, Julian Sayin, Dante Moore, and Jayden Maiava, using PFF grades and real-game analysis. Discover who JR would pick to lead his team for one explosive season—focusing on pocket presence, leadership, and clutch moments. From surprising #1 picks to underrated freshmen, this episode ranks all 18 QBs with honest takes on...

Big Ten Week 9 bets: Top 25 overachievers, Indiana/Illinois, playoff elimination games predictions. Dive into Big Ten football insights with Big Jeff on The Big Ten Huddle, presented by FanDuel and part of Bleav! In this episode, Jeff reviews his Week 8 bets (3-2 record, back to .500) and dives deep into the AP Top 25 rankings compared to four-year recruiting averages and talent composites. Discov...

Dive into the heated Big Ten vs SEC bias debate in this episode of The Big Ten Huddle, presented by FanDuel and part of Bleav! JR and Zack sit down with special guest Doug Lesmerises, host of @TheBillandDougShow , to unpack his journey from Kings of the North back to covering Ohio State football. We expose the real college football media bias favoring the SEC and discuss how it's impacting top Big...

Dive into the latest Big Ten football drama on this episode of The Big Ten Huddle, presented by FanDuel and part of Bleav! Host JR is joined by experts Sammy Jacobs from Hoosier Huddle (Indiana), Eric Boggs from the OHIO Podcast (Ohio State), and Larry France from Inside Maryland Sports with 247Sports/IMS Radio (Maryland) for our weekly "Around the Big Ten" roundtable. In this must-watch...

Dive into the ultimate Big Ten Week 9 previews with JR and Zack on The Big Ten Huddle! We break down every matchup, including UCLA at Indiana, Illinois at Washington, Minnesota at Iowa, Rutgers at Purdue, Northwestern at Nebraska, Wisconsin at Oregon, and Michigan at Michigan State. Get our bold predictions, score forecasts, and one key question for each game that could decide the outcome. From up...

Dive into the latest AP Poll drama on The Big Ten Huddle! JR and Jeff react to the shocking rankings where Ohio State holds #1, Indiana climbs to a program-record #2, and SEC teams like Alabama, Texas A&M, and LSU face heavy scrutiny. Are the SEC squads overrated frauds? We break down the bias, share our own Top 25 rankings, and drop bold College Football Playoff predictions—including potentia...

Luke Fickell Update: Wisconsin AD Chris McIntosh Backs Coach Amid Tough Season In this episode of The Big Ten Huddle, presented by FanDuel and part of Bleav, host JR breaks down the latest on Wisconsin Badgers head coach Luke Fickell. Chris McIntosh's statement supports Fickell, emphasizing culture, increased funding, and long-term potential despite the 2-5 record. We dive into fan reactions, fina...

In this episode of The Big Ten Huddle, hosts JR and Jeff dive deep into Big Ten Week 8 action. We cover: Ohio State vs. Wisconsin: Buckeyes' scary potential and Badgers' horror show. Michigan's struggles: What we learned about their run game and coaching. Indiana's dominance: Hoosiers keep rolling—undefeated vibes? USC at Notre Dame: Trojans' defensive woes and Lincoln Riley's playcalling debate....

Dive into Big Ten Football Week 8 Performance Tiers! Join JR on The Big Ten Huddle, presented by FanDuel and part of Bleav, as he breaks down every Big Ten team's Week 8 showing. From Ohio State's elite shutout to Wisconsin's awful collapse, get raw analysis, stats, and FanDuel odds insights. Who's rising, who's falling, and what it means for the playoff race? Don't miss this must-watch for Big Te...

Join JR on The Big Ten Huddle for the ultimate breakdown of Big Ten Football Power Rankings after an explosive Week 8! From Nebraska's shocking drop to Penn State's unexpected rise despite a loss, we dive into the biggest movers, controversial picks, and what it means for the conference race. Ohio State holds #1, Indiana survives a scare, and Michigan delivers a blowout—don't miss the heated debat...

Minnesota's SHOCKING Win Over Nebraska! Big Ten Huddle Recap Join JR on The Big Ten Huddle as we dive into Minnesota's dominant 24-6 victory over ranked Nebraska. From the Gophers' defensive masterclass with 10 sacks to Nebraska's offensive struggles with Offensive Line Coach and Dylan Riaola's uncle, Donovan Raiola— we break it all down! Presented by FanDuel and part of the Bleav Network. In this...

The Big Ten Huddle: Week 8 Best Bets + Michigan & USC Oppose $2.4B Capital Investment – Leaving the Conference? Kick off with JR's top best bets for Big Ten Week 8 games, presented by FanDuel. Then, dive into the explosive drama where Michigan and USC are blocking a massive $2.4B capital investment from UC Investments. JR clarifies this isn't private equity (despite the misinformation), breaks...

Big Ten Football Alert: Curt Cignetti's Massive New Contract Shocks the Nation! Dive into the latest chaos with Big Jeff's Insights on The Big Ten Huddle – your ultimate guide to Week 8 predictions, midseason power rankings, and betting gold. As an Indiana alum, Jeff breaks down why Cignetti's 8-year, $92M extension (averaging $11.6M/year) is a genius move that crushes Penn State rumors and elevat...

Penn State Chaos Alert: Franklin Fired – Who's the Next Coach? + Wild Big Ten Bets! Dive into the ultimate Big Ten breakdown on this explosive episode of Around the Big Ten! JR hosts a fiery roundtable with Kent (https://x.com/casualbigten), Sonny ( @LockedOnIllini ) and Matt ( @LockedOnSpartans ) as they react to James Franklin's shocking firing after Penn State's nightmare losses to Oregon, UCLA...

Join JR and Zach on The Big Ten Huddle, presented by FanDuel and part of the Bleav Network, for an electrifying Week 8 preview of Big Ten college football! We're diving deep into every matchup, zeroing in on the ONE key position battle—like running backs vs. linebackers in Nebraska at Minnesota or wide receivers vs. secondary in the can't-miss USC-Notre Dame showdown—that will decide who rises and...

Buckle up, Big Ten fans—James Franklin's shocking midseason firing has Penn State in turmoil, and we're diving deep into the chaos on this special edition of The Big Ten Huddle, presented by FanDuel and part of the Bleav Network. Host Zach Guggenheim brings on Chris, a battle-tested Penn State insider and recruiting guru, for an unfiltered breakdown of what went wrong: Franklin's failed NIL strate...

The AP Poll dropped another bombshell, and JR and Zack are FURIOUS – Big Ten powerhouses like Illinois (with wins over #1 Ohio State and #3 Indiana), Michigan, and Washington get ZERO love, while mediocre squads like 5-1 Virginia (#18 after beating a 3-3 Florida State) and 2-loss Notre Dame (#13) climb the ranks. Is this straight-up anti-Big Ten bias, or just clueless voters? The duo unloads on ov...