Washed Up Walkons

Join David and Tyler for another live KF Press Review Show, where they tackle some of the hot topics surrounding the Iowa football program. In this episode, they address the supposed rivalry with the ANF podcast and set the record straight. The hosts also delve into a critical analysis of the recent Iowa State game, evaluating the offense, defense, and what needs to improve. They preview the upcom...

Tyler, Kevin, and Grant recap Iowa's disappointing loss to Iowa State. The team dives deep into what went wrong, focusing on special teams blunders, quarterback performance, and the offensive struggles. They also discuss the positive moments, potential improvements, and what lies ahead for the Hawkeyes. The episode also features lively fan interactions, betting insights, and the introduction of th...

Iowa State Cy-Hawk Preview | Washed Up Walk-Ons Podcast Join the squad as they preview the upcoming Iowa State game. This episode features a lively discussion on the challenges and strategies for Iowa's football team, guest insights, fan interactions, and nostalgic clips from past games. We dive into Iowa States unique Defense and where Iowa can gain an advantage. We cover hot topics and bits from...

In this episode, join host Tyler Kluver and insider David Eickholt from 247 Sports as they discuss the highly anticipated Iowa vs. Iowa State football game. The conversation covers the latest on Iowa's quarterback Mark Gronowski, the running back depth, and key matchups to watch, including Logan Jones vs. Iowa State's Dom Orange. They reflect on Iowa's offensive strategies and weaknesses, analyze...

We dive into the finer details of Iowa's Week 1 victory against the Albany Great Danes! We discuss the game recap, key moments, and individual performances, including reactions from players and coaches. We also talk Fry Fest and the amazing turn out of the Walkon Army that never disappoints! We talk bigger story lines from around the country in CFB and we gear up for the upcoming Iowa-Iowa State s...

Welcome to Season 8 of the Washed up Walk-ons! In this episode, we kick off the 2025 football season with a bang as we preview the Iowa Hawkeyes' opening game against the Albany Great Danes. Although Kevin is absent, Drake is here to join the discussion. We dive into Iowa's roster changes, including the quarterback room, running backs, and the absence of the fullback position. We also discuss the...

The KF Press Review show is BACK! Join Kluver and David Eickholt of 247 Sports to break down the weekly press availability in full. This week, the focus is the anticipations for the Iowa Hawkeyes' first match against Albany. Discussion topics include the team's new key players, the depth of the running back and wide receiver rooms, and expectations for the quarterback position. Tune in for an in-d...

Making his annual Pre-Season appearance, He is an undefeated flag football head coach and friend of the podcast, Jeremiah Sirles. In this episode, we dive into the start of the football season, Jeremiah's K-1 flag football team's big win, and the hilarious antics of coaching six-year-olds. We also cover in-depth discussions about the upcoming Nebraska football season, predictions, and key games, i...

In this episode, Jeffrey the Greek(Jeff Buch) of Eyes On Big joins the show to discuss the upcoming 2025 Iowa football season. We delve into Iowa's schedule, key matchups, and predictions for each game, including insights on opponents like Indiana, Wisconsin, Penn State, Minnesota, Oregon, USC, and Nebraska. Jeffrey also shares his thoughts on Iowa's offensive and defensive units, the impact of ke...

David is a former All American LB out of Georgia and was a staple of ESPN's College Gameday for many years, and he joins the show to help us look ahead to some of the biggest stories in CFB this year as well as give us his thoughts on the Hawkeyes. We discuss the intense rivalries in college football, particularly focusing on the Iowa-Iowa State rivalry. Pollock shares his experiences visiting fan...

Join Kevin and Tyler on this episode of the podcast brought to you by FanDuel, Big Grove Brewery, and Graze. They dive deep into how they viewed seasons in terms of 'successful or not' as players, and how they process that now as fans from the outside, and discuss the tiered difficulties of Iowa Hawkeyes’ upcoming season games. From analyzing the 2025 schedule and predictions to Kevin’s personal t...

Join us for a special episode featuring Cory Brada from 'From the Hawkeye of the Storm.' We dive deep into Iowa Football's Media Day, Kids Day scrimmage, and everything in between. Cory shares exclusive insights, discusses the latest on wide receiver depth, quarterbacks, running back concerns, and the intricacies of long snapping. Get a complete rundown on the state of the Hawkeye football team as...

In this episode of the podcast, Kluver goes solo as he welcomes special guest, former Iowa Asst Strength Coach for the walkons, Coach Joel Welsh. Coach Welsh grew up in the Bronx in New York City, and describes his childhood growing up going to Yankees games, his own background as an athlete, and what drove him into his profession today. The discussion spans a range of topics including the journey...

In this episode of the podcast, Tyler and Kevin host the show without Grant and dive deep into the upcoming Iowa Hawkeye football season. They discuss the expectations for the season, significant matchups, and Kevin's insane workout regimen. They break down the top five most important games for Iowa's playoff hopes, why those games mean the most, how home field and timing play a role, and more. Tu...

Mike Schulte joins us once again. He helps us produce an exciting episode with his background and roles in podcasting, music, and real estate. We dive into a casual yet engaging conversation covering everything from being dads of two kids to exploring a wide array of movies, including recent hits and nostalgic favorites. Mikey shares insights about his popular band, Pork Tornadoes, their live show...

A breakdown of exactly what the Walkons are offering in 2025 and how to join us every step of the way. If you love the show and want to show support, tell your friends! And, check out our exclusive content at Patreon.com/washedupwalkons where you can find extra podcast episodes, exclusive merchandise, Merch discounts with every tier, private Walkon discord channel access, and more! Find us on soci...

In this episode of the Washed Up Walkons Drake makes one of his occasional appearances and the guys talk about everything from dealing with energetic toddlers, hormone replacement therapy, and its effects, to discussions about TRT in athletic performance. They humorously explore personal health checks and hypothesize about athletes on performance enhancers across various sports. The conversation s...

Coach Justin Lima joins the show once again, this time to talk about the practices/tests/traditions/etc that need the most overhaul within the strength and conditioning industry. IWe highlight the most ineffective and unnecessary practices in the field. The discussion covers the inefficacy of certain conditioning drills, the importance of using sport-specific training metrics, and the archaic mind...

Brock was born in KC and moved to Iowa City at 6 years old. He grew up around the Hawks and has ascended to Director of Team Operations for the Kansas City Chiefs organization. The discussion covers Brock's path from being a football manager at the University of Iowa, his sports background, and how he navigated his way into a full-time role in NFL operations. The conversation delves into the criti...

In this episode of the podcast, we dive into discussion about the latest NCAA rankings for the Hawks players, What it would be like to see KF at the Blackjack table, and we draft our Top 5 logos from the major sports. The conversation ranges from humorous personal anecdotes about field storming injuries to upcoming college football excitement. Featuring nostalgic memories, a shoutout to a retiring...

In this episode we dive deep into a mix of current events and hypothetical scenarios. We open with a casual discussion about a quote from Trump and how it parallels frustrations in sports. We reflect on past Hawkeyes games, including memorable moments and lost opportunities. We also talk about being shouted out by George Kittle on the Bussin' with the Boys podcast and catch up on our recent commun...

Quinn is from Cedar Rapids, IA and went to high school at CR Xavier. He just finished up an unprecedented 6 years inside the Iowa football program, 4 of which he saw significant time as he rose to starting at the Free Safety position. The group reminisces about their time in the Iowa football system, discussing everything from the recruitment process, memorable games, and coach influences, to the...

In this episode of the podcast, Drake returns for his 2nd episode in a row and gets a low grade education on Rev Share. They break down the recent $20.5 million NCAA rev share and its implications for schools like Iowa. The episode also features an engaging discussion on the best logos in major sports and college football, as well as a humorous takeaway from a viral tweet about Mark Gronowski. Add...

In this episode of the podcast, the hosts celebrate the birth of Kluver's son and delve into Drake Kulick's latest MMA victory. The conversation includes a surprise appearance by Drake Kulick, fresh off a recent fight, where he shares details of the tough bout and his respect for his opponent. They discuss his grueling training regimen, handling nerves, and the challenges of amateur fighting. Addi...

In this solo episode, Kluver reflects on the journey of the Washed up Walkons podcast over 600 episodes. We dive into the intracices of running a remote show, acknowledge challenges with being a host, and express gratitude for the opportunities the show has provided. We talk about the Summer shift to a once-weekly release and touche on the podcast's evolution, the importance of consistency, passio...