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BEYOND THE SCOREBOARD with PJ RIDDELLBeyond The Scoreboard (43:13) ~ Biblically Controlling Our AngerSend us a textIn this week's sports news we talked about MLB free agency and the historic contract of Juan Soto, as well as the latest in high school, college, and NFL football.We also had a conversation with Zack Gugenheim about college football as we recapped the Penn State vs. Oregon Big 10 Championship game, and looked ahead at the upcoming playoffs. In discussing college football, we also talked more about the idea of controlling emotions, particularly anger, especially in the context of competitive environments, as we continued our discussion from last...
2024-12-1443 min
Big Ten Football TalkMinnesota takes on Syracuse in the Pinstripe Bowl: Can PJ Fleck finish with another 9 win season?Syracuse took out one Big Ten West opponent earlier this season, as they defeated Purdue in the Carrier Dome. Can they make it two in a row, or will PJ Fleck row the boat to his third 9 win season in four years? Catch the breakdown here!
2022-12-1915 minBig Ten Football TalkA Depleted, but Rejuvenated, Wisconsin Badger squad takes on the Pokes of Okie State: Guaranteed Rate Bowl Breakdown!There is no Big Ten program that has had as much positive AND negative turnover this bowl season as Wisconsin has had. Can the momentum of Luke Fickell's hiring and Braelon Allen's affirmation outweigh Jim Leonhard's impending departure? And what kind of state will the Cowboys be in, after going 1-4 of their last five games, and without the starting QB? Join me as I dissect the Guaranteed Rate Bowl on the Big Ten Football Talk Podcast!
2022-12-1617 min
Big Ten Football TalkJim Leonard officially leaves, Jeff Brohm leaves Purdue, heisman thoughts, and more.Lots of odds and ends here, as we look over some of the major coaching changes (so far), nfl declarations, and heisman finalists. Also, a very brief first reaction to the Big Ten Bowl Slate
2022-12-1034 minBig Ten Football TalkGeorgia, Michigan, TCU, and Ohio State make the CFP: Initial ReactionGeorgia, Michigan, TCU, and Ohio State are the top four teams according the CFP committee. We talk about why it makes sense, and why Bama didn't deserve to be in. Plus, my initial thoughts on the semi-final match-ups.
2022-12-0434 minBig Ten Football TalkChampionship Week Picks, Power Rankings, and the one (not two) way Ohio State can make the playoff.Power Rankings, Top 10, picks, and some smatterings of news in the Big Ten, including the Blake Corum injury, Mazi Smith's felony charge, Cade McNamara's transfer to Iowa, and the sad news of Mickey Joseph's arrest. Plus, I briefly discuss why Ohio State really only has one shot at the playoff, not two.
2022-12-0239 minBig Ten Football TalkLuke Fickell to Wisconsin is a Slam Dunk Hire... or is it? That, plus Matt Rhule to Nebraska, and LT Olu Fashanu staying at Penn State!Lots of early news from the coaching carousel, including the shocking news that Luke Fickell, and not Jim Leonard, will be the next full-time head coach for the Wisconsin Badgers. Plus, I dissect Matt Rhule's hiring at Nebraska, and some very good signs that Penn State is building a championship level team as they bring back the anchor of their offensive line.
2022-11-2930 min2022-11-2737 minBig Ten Football TalkPost-game recap: Nebraska sends off Mickey Joseph with win, leaves Iowa with questions.With Matt Rhule being reported as Nebraska’s new head coach, the cornhuskers send off interim HC Mickey Joseph with a much deserved win. However, it leaves Iowa with a lot of questions if it ever wants to return back to the top of the conference.
2022-11-2630 minBig Ten Football Talk#2 Ohio State hosts #3 Michigan with everything on the line!#2 vs #3. Division Championship on the line. Conference Championship birth on the line. Undefeated Season on the line. Playoff birth on the line. Heisman on the line. Coaching legacy is potentially on the line. The game with the greatest stakes this season is undoubtedly THE game between Ohio State and the Team Up North. I give my pick, as well as share some insight into the psyche of an Ohio State fan.
2022-11-2536 minBig Ten Football TalkRivalry Week Picks! Penn State/Michigan State, Purdue/Indiana, Nebraska/Iowa, Minnesota/Wisconsin. Plus, Top 10 and Power RankingsRivalry Week picks (Ohio State/Michigan will have a whole separate pod tomorrow), plus we talk about the top 10, and why I both agree and disagree with Joel Klatt surrounding the current rankings.
2022-11-2444 minBig Ten Football TalkOhio State and Michigan pass last tests before THE GAME, Week 12 RecapOhio State and Michigan persevering to preserve an undefeated, top 3 showdown for this upcoming rivalry week, but lots of other things to cover in a full week 12, including Penn State rolling over Rutgers to make it's case to be a top 10 team (and possibly be in the New Years Six bowls), Iowa goes on the road to beat Minnesota and control their destiny in the Big Ten West, Michigan State chokes away their best shot to become bowl eligible, and Purdue has a slight chance to sneak their way into Indy, if they get some help from Nebraska this...
2022-11-2237 minBig Ten Football TalkIllinois/Michigan, Ohio State/Maryland, highlight week 12 before rivalry weekend!With all eyes on the final weekend of the regular season, it's easy to miss the intriguing appetizer that offers several match-ups that are worth a look, including Iowa @ Minnesota, Ohio State @ Maryland, and Illinois @ Michigan in what could be a Big Ten Title Game Preview.
2022-11-1717 minBig Ten Football TalkThe CJ Stroud Criticism is Dumb and Non-sensical -- A RantFirst off, apologies, you can clearly hear my daughter laughing in the background! As you hear her, you'll hear me rant about all the absurdities brought up to discredit CJ Stroud (and Justin Fields), and why they are indeed absurd.
2022-11-1425 minBig Ten Football TalkThe West is on the line! Illinois hosts Purdue, Wisconsin travels to Iowa, and a sneaky game as the Terps visit the Nittany Lions. Week 11 picks, power rankings and top 10The West is on the line! Illinois hosts Purdue, Wisconsin travels to Iowa, and a sneaky game as the Terps visit the Nittany Lions. Week 11 picks, power rankings and top 10
2022-11-1031 minBig Ten Football TalkWe live in Bizarro World: Week 10 recapOhio State struggles with Northwestern, Rutgers led Michigan for a half, Illinois gets beat by Michigan State, and Tennessee, Clemson, and Alabama all lose! (Most likely knocking Clemson and Alabama out of the playoff mix). What does that mean? Find out on the recap of the most bizarre week yet in college football.
2022-11-0727 minBig Ten Football TalkRants, Rankings, and Week 10 picks: Tennessee and Georgia, and then a lot of nothingThe Big Ten slate isn't looking all that great, but Tennessee/Georgia should be really fun. Plus, I rant about Paul Chryst some more, how I think PSU coaches/ADs should stop talking about their gripes, and how Sparty is actually handling things well right now in terms of the investigation into what happened at Michigan.
2022-11-0334 minBig Ten Football TalkOhio State Survives, Illinois Rolls, Michigan Retakes Paul Bunyan Axe: Week 9 RecapIllinois is the clear driver in the West after dominating Nebraska. The East, however, seems a bit more muddied as both Ohio State and Michigan sputter a bit. However, Michigan never seem threatened, while Ohio State was lucky to survive in Happy Valley. Also, special thank you to Christianna Otto, who designed the new cover art for the podcast!
2022-10-3127 minBig Ten Football Talk2022 Mid-Season Review: Big Ten Championship and Playoff PredictionsWe review my predictions from the beginning of the year and revise them a bit. The East seems fairly simple, most likely Ohio State or Michigan. However, the West is still wide open. Can Illinois finish a wonderful underdog story, or will a traditional West power come storming back to reclaim their spot in Indy? Also, who makes it into the field of four in the College Football Playoff?
2022-10-2827 minBig Ten Football TalkOhio State @ Penn State highlights big slate of games! MSU/Michigan, plus is Illinois on Upset Alert?Ohio State faces off against Penn State in a pivotal game for the Big Ten East. Michigan attempts to win Paul Bunyan's axe back. And Nebraska hosts Illinois in a game that could be an upset special. All that and more on this episode of the Big Ten Football Talk Podcast.
2022-10-2728 min
Big Ten Football TalkThe Worst 44 Point Win I've ever seen: Week 8 RecapOhio State has an ugly win, still beats Iowa by 44. Purdue becomes Purdon't, Wisconsin shows some flashes, Rutgers out grits Indiana, Maryland survives Northwestern, and Penn State dominates a depleted Gophers team to set up a top 15 match up next week.
2022-10-2522 minBig Ten Football TalkMinnesota/Penn State headline Week 8, with Ohio State/Iowa as the appetizer.Week 8 picks, featuring five games in the Big Ten. Penn State hosts the white out game versus Minnesota, Ohio State seeks revenge over Iowa, and we discuss why Tennessee is NOT 2019 LSU. Power Rankings, Top 10, and picks. Make sure to like, follow, subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and share the pod with others!
2022-10-2032 minBig Ten Football TalkMichigan Dominates Penn State, Tennessee upsets Alabama, and Illinois may be the kings of the WestBlake Corum and Donovan Edwards ran over Penn State, Illinois beat up on Minnesota, but the game of the week (and maybe the year) goes to Tennessee's upset win over Alabama. But does Tennessee's win over the mighty Crimson Tide mean they are better than Michigan or Ohio State?
2022-10-1732 minBig Ten Football TalkMichigan hosts Penn State, Minnesota and Illinois battle it out in the west, and a major top 10 matchup in the SEC!Power rankings, Top 10, and The biggest game in the Big Ten to date (Penn State @ Michigan). Plus, some other big matchups that will help us sort out the murky west division.
2022-10-1339 minBig Ten Football TalkMichigan pulls away from Indiana, Ohio State routs Sparty, and Purdue upends Maryland! Week 6 RecapReally entertaining week 6 in the Big Ten (with the exception of maybe the Iowa/Illinois game). Still, really great to see Purdue get back on track, Nebraska win a close game for the first time in several years, and Illinois be ranked for the first time in over a decade! Plus, Ohio State and Michigan are good (And water is wet). Here my take on all the happenings of the Big Ten!
2022-10-1024 minBig Ten Football TalkIowa/Illinois, Purdue/Maryland, and MSU/OSU highlight week 6 slate! Plus, a new number 1 team in the top 10!A number of games will shape the Big Ten West Race this week, plus Michigan State hosts Ohio State in a game that both teams have to have, for wildly different reasons. Plus, my top ten and power rankings, including a new number one team. Make sure to check out JDontheBeat, the songwriter/producer of our new intro music!
2022-10-0628 minBig Ten Football TalkPaul Chryst OUT at Wisconsin after Illinois Drubbing (Rant), Michigan Wins Handily in Kinnick, Purdue Upsets Minnesota: Week 5 RecapPaul Chryst is fired from the Badgers the day after losing to former Wisconsin coach Bret Bielema and the Illinois Fighting Illini. We dissect why it may have been the wrong move, we talk about the rest of the teams as well after week 5. Music by JDontheBeat, follow him on instagram and spotify!
2022-10-0335 minBig Ten Football TalkIs Michigan on Upset Alert? Wolverines go where top 5 teams die (Kinnick Stadium), plus MSU/Maryland, Illinois/Wisconsin, and Purdue/MinnesotaMassive implications for a number of teams across the Big Ten, including a potentially program elevating game for Maryland against the Spartans and for the Illini against Wisconsin. Also, Minnesota gets their first test as the West Favorite. Plus, is Michigan on Upset alert? Can Iowa shock the world (again) by beating a top 5 ranked squad in their own house? All that and more on this weeks episode of the Big Ten Football Talk Podcast.
2022-09-3030 minBig Ten Football TalkOhio State Rolls Wisconsin, Michigan Survives Maryland, and Minnesota might be the class of the West: Week 4 RecapTotal Week 4 Recap of the College Football Season, including thoughts on every Big Ten team. Ohio State is in an elite tier right now, Michigan may not be the second best team in the conference, Minnesota may be really good, and Illinois may be better than expected. All that and more on the Big Ten Football Talk Podcast.
2022-09-2728 minBig Ten Football TalkWisconsin/Ohio State, Maryland/Michigan, Minnesota/Michigan State Headlines a Defining Week 4 Slate!A sneaky good slate of games in week 4, including Wisconsin and Ohio State, Maryland and Michigan, and Minnesota vs. Michigan State. Plus my power rankings and national top ten, including a surprise team at #5. Tune in to get all my Big Ten picks for the week, as well as my thoughts on the state of each team in the conference in our power rankings!
2022-09-2235 minBig Ten Football TalkPenn State Rolls, Michigan State Wilts, and nobody in the West wants to win (except Minnesota). Week 3 RecapOnce again, thanks to JDontheBeat for the new music on the podcast! We recap week 3, including a big win by Penn State, a big loss for Michigan State, and an uneven performance overall for the Big Ten Conference.
2022-09-1923 minBig Ten Football TalkMSU vs Washington, PSU @ Auburn, plus Maryland, Indiana on Upset Alert? Power Rankings, Top 10, and more!Big week for the Big Ten as they try to shake off a bad week 2. Plus, Check out the new intro music by JDontheBeat! Make sure to look him up on Spotify, instagram, and several other platforms!
2022-09-1536 minBig Ten Football TalkScott Frost FIRED! Reaction to Nebraska’s decision to fire their head coach.We react to the news of Scott Frost’s firing, why it makes sense to do it now, and a couple of tips on the next head coach (please not Urban Meyer).
2022-09-1316 minBig Ten Football TalkInstant Reaction: Bama Escapes, Iowa can’t score, and Illini pummel UVA.On what seemed like an awful slate of games, we got a great week 2 with big surprises and stunning upsets. So of course, I need to talk about it.
2022-09-1129 minBig Ten Football TalkIowa/Iowa State, Alabama/Texas, and my first power rankings of the year!This week's slate of games is, to be honest, a bit sleepy. However, there are still a few very key non-conference games for Iowa, Wisconsin, Illinois, and Northwestern, and a blue blood showdown in Alabama vs. Texas. Plus, my national top 10 teams, my Big Ten Power Rankings, and I rant a bit about a Colin Cowherd Tweet.
2022-09-0938 minBig Ten Football TalkBonus: College Football Playoff expanding to 12 teams: pros and consWe finally talk about the big news of the CFP expanding. Also, I address the smoke of Oregon joining the big ten. Spoiler alert: I’m not a fan of it.
2022-09-0631 minBig Ten Football TalkWeek 1 Recap: Bucks beat the Irish, Michigan’s qb battle begins, and Georgia murders the ducksA great week 1 to recap, including a big top 5 match up, and we talk about the big ten teams (including a little more about PSU), and we spend some time talking about Rutgers upset of Boston College.
2022-09-0428 minBig Ten Football TalkPost-game pod: PSU defeats Purdue, but should either team feel good about this game?An exciting back and forth game between PSU and Purdue, but also one that leaves a lot of questions for both programs. Also, Minnesota rowed the boat through New Mexico State as expected.
2022-09-0215 minBig Ten Football TalkPenn State @ Purdue, Notre Dame @ Ohio State -- Week 1 Picks of the 2022 Season!Big time match-ups are mixed with some of the usual warm-up games that litter week 1, but Ohio State/Notre Dame is the highlight game of the week as the week's only top 5 match-up. Michigan has some interesting QB news, Penn State goes on the road to face Purdue, and are the #3 ranked Georgia Bulldogs on upset alert this week? Find out on the Big Ten Football Talk Podcast!
2022-08-3034 minBig Ten Football TalkA Scott Frost Rant — week zero recapAnother year, another close, heartbreaking loss to start the season for the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Also, Pat Fitzgerald coaches his 200th game (and wins!), and Illinois has a stud in their backfield.
2022-08-2822 minBig Ten Football TalkIt’s Here! Big Ten Week Zero Picks: Nebraska vs. Northwestern… In Ireland!You guys know the drill! Week Zero picks! Only two games, but football is BACK!
2022-08-2612 minBig Ten Football TalkCollege Football Playoff Picks, with Special Guest Pierce Cughan!Hey all, we've got our playoff picks as we head into the 2022 College Football Season, so we'll break down our projected playoff field as well the first four out. We also welcome Central Pennsylvania's own Pierce Cughan, who is an aspiring podcaster, athlete, and all around sports enthusiast! Make sure to give a listen as we break down our final four!
2022-08-2332 minBig Ten Football Talk2022 Pre-season Big Ten Team Predictions!How will the Big Ten shake out this season? Listen in to hear our predictions for each team, from worst to first in each division.
2022-08-1933 minBig Ten Football TalkThe 2022 Pre-season All-Big Ten TeamWho are my picks to be pre-season All Big Ten? Some may be obvious picks, but the tricky thing about these lists is there are often politics, a desire to please people, and the reality that some up and coming stars overshadow everyone else. So we break down my picks for what I think the 1st team All Big-Ten team will look like in December, and I think you may be surprised at some of the selections.
2022-08-1627 minBig Ten Football TalkThe 1.2 Billion Dollar TV Deal that makes everyone hate the Big TenPat Narduzzi is taking shots at the Big Ten. Joe Tessitore, an ESPN play-by-play man, is taking shots at Ohio State's "joke" schedule. ESPN has traditionally trashed the Big Ten. The newest TV Deal is about to make it a whole lot worse, because the Big Ten is about to make 1.2 Billion dollars to NOT show their product on ESPN.
2022-08-1230 minBig Ten Football TalkBest Case/Worst Case: Ohio State and WisconsinThe final installment of our Best Case/Worst Case Series, where we preview each Big Ten team's reasonable best case and worst case scenarios through their schedules. In this episode, we preview the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Wisconsin Badgers. Also, if you'd like to reach out to the pod and give your thoughts, reach us at bigtenfootballtalk@gmail.com
2022-08-0932 minBig Ten Football TalkBest Case/Worst Case: Michigan and IowaPart 6 of our Best Case/Worst Case Series, where we preview each Big Ten team's reasonable best case and worst case scenarios through their schedules. In this episode, we preview the Iowa Hawkeyes and Michigan Wolverines. Also, if you'd like to reach out to the pod and give your thoughts, reach us at bigtenfootballtalk@gmail.com
2022-08-0530 minBig Ten Football TalkBest Case/Worst Case: Minnesota and Penn StatePart 5 of our Best Case/Worst Case Series, where we preview each Big Ten team's reasonable best case and worst case scenarios through their schedules. In this episode, we preview the Minnesota Golden Gophers and Penn State Nittany Lions. Also, if you'd like to reach out to the pod and give your thoughts, reach us at bigtenfootballtalk@gmail.com
2022-08-0231 minBig Ten Football TalkBest Case/Worst Case: Nebraska and Michigan StatePart 4 of our Best Case/Worst Case Series, where we preview each Big Ten team's reasonable best case and worst case scenarios through their schedules. In this episode, we preview the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Michigan State Spartans. Also, if you'd like to reach out to the pod and give your thoughts, reach us at bigtenfootballtalk@gmail.com
2022-07-2927 minBig Ten Football TalkBest Case/Worst Case: Maryland/Purdue, two of the most intriguing teams in the Big TenPart 3 of our Best Case/Worst Case Series. This week, we look at the reasonable best and worst case scenarios for both the Maryland Terrapins and the Purdue Boilermakers. The good news, the floor for both of these teams actually doesn't seem so bad. The Great news? They both could have special seasons if things fall just the right way! Thanks for listening, and remember to like, follow, give us a rating and leave a review. Also e-mail us at bigtenfootballtalk@gmail.com
2022-07-2625 minBig Ten Football TalkBest Case/Worst Case: Indiana and NorthwesternPart 2 of our Best Case/Worst Case Series, where we preview each Big Ten team's reasonable best case and worst case scenarios through their schedules. In this episode, we preview the Indiana Hoosiers and the Northwestern Wildcats. Also, if you'd like to reach out to the pod and give your thoughts, reach us at bigtenfootballtalk@gmail.com
2022-07-2229 minBig Ten Football TalkBest Case/Worst Case: Rutgers and IllinoisWhat is the absolute best case for each Big Ten Team? Worst Case? Could Rutgers surprise? How many wins could Illinois get? What's their floor? This is part 1 of a 7 part series called Best Case/Worst Case, where we look at each team's roster, schedule, strengths and weaknesses, and determine reasonable floors and ceilings for each team in the conference. This week, we look at Rutgers and Illinois, and while Phil Steele rates each of them as the weakest teams in their divisions, there is reason for hope for both programs.
2022-07-1933 minBig Ten Football TalkAll Big-Ten Offense of the Decade, including the BEST running back I've ever seen in collegeThe second of a 2-part series covering my all big-ten team of the decade. This time we cover the Offense, which includes some of the most prestigious and dynamic players in Big Ten History. I also compare my selections to the 247 sports all big 10s list, which you can find here:https://247sports.com/LongFormArticle/Big-Ten-All-Decade-first-team-JT-Barrett-Saquon-Barkley-JJ-Watt-Jabrill-Peppers-148803622/#148803622_6. As an aside, I have a great flub at the end of this episode, calling the podcast the Big Ten Football Talk "Playoff," instead of podcast. I hope you get a good laugh out of that :-P.
2022-07-1550 minBig Ten Football TalkAll-Big Ten Defensive Team (and Specialists) of the Decade: Chase Young, Micah Parsons, Lead the all-decade defenseWe look over the best players of each position on the defensive side of the ball. A lot of Ohio State guys make this list, but several other programs get multiple selections including Michigan, Michigan State, and Iowa. Also Maryland makes an appearance!
2022-07-0832 min
Big Ten Football TalkBONUS: Notre Dame NEEDS the Big Ten, The Big Ten WANTS Notre DameLots of smoke around Notre Dame potentially being wooed by the Big Ten. However, let's get one thing straight: The Big Ten doesn't NEED Notre Dame. They want them. The same might not be true for Notre Dame, for the sole reason that the sport might be unrecognizable in the coming years.
2022-07-0526 minBig Ten Football TalkUSC, UCLA Join the Big Ten?! What this means for the conference, and for the College Football WorldAs the title says, this pod is all about the MAJOR implications of USC and UCLA joining the Big Ten Conference. Not only does it change the landscape of the conference, but it will trigger some major shifts in the entire college football landscape.
2022-07-0129 minBig Ten Football TalkNFL Draft Reaction, A Dwayne Haskins tribute, and thoughts on USC potentially tampering with biletnokoff winner Jordan AddisonThe NFL Draft should be a national holiday, but it's not. I didn't get to watch much, if any of it, live. But I got to see the aftermath, and it was glorious. Who won? Who lost? Why do the Chicago Bears hate Justin Fields!? Also, I start by talking about Dwayne Haskins and his heart-breaking death, and we finish the episode talking about Pitt Receiver Jordan Addison potentially being tampered with by USC.
2022-05-0244 minBig Ten Football TalkReaction to Harry Miller's Medical Retirement, and how we consider the Mental Health of Student-AthletesReaction to Ohio State lineman Harry Miller’s medical retirement, and the reality that as we cheer as fans, we have no clue what is going on with student-athletes behind the scenes. Thank you Harry Miller for your bravery and courage to share so honestly. Listen in, and make sure you go and watch Harry’s interview on the Today Show. Sobering stuff.
2022-03-2533 minBig Ten Football TalkNFL Combine: Winners and Losers, Mock Draft Thoughts, and Please, don't draft a QB in round 1!The NFL Combine was last week, which means the NFL Draft is almost upon us. The Big Ten was well represented, including players from several teams who are in 1st round consideration. But what do we know about the players in this draft? Are there any sure-fire superstars? Or will we look back in five years and be underwhelmed?
2022-03-1130 minBig Ten Football TalkPlayoff Expansion? Our thoughts, with special guest Don CastelineDon Casteline joins us from WGRC, a local Christian radio station here in Central Pennsylvania, where he has covered local high school football for 19 years. Before that, he covered pro and college sports in the Philly area, including the Philadelphia Eagles and the Temple Owls Women's Basketball Team. He's got plenty of experience when covering playoff sports, and he had plenty of insight when it came to the discussion on playoff expansion for Division 1 (FBS) College Football. Also, make sure to check out his organization keysconnections.org, which is doing work over in Moldova (which borders the Ukraine).
2022-03-0445 minBig Ten Football TalkNick Saban and Gene Smith call for NIL Regulation. Are they threatened? Or are they threatening?Name, Image, and Likeness has taken college athletics by storm. Between volleyball stars making seven figures for their IG followers, to mediocre QB's showing up in national Dr. Pepper ads, NIL has dramatically impacted the landscape of "amateur" athletics. Alabama Head Coach Nick Saban and Ohio State Athletic Director Gene Smith started addressing the need for regulation for this. Are they saying this because they're scared that their programs can't keep up? Or are they speaking knowing that the rich will keep getting richer in this new College Football World?
2022-02-2522 minBig Ten Football TalkIs Michigan Falling Apart Before Our Very Eyes? (Probably Not) Also, Recruiting Recap and thoughts on the Super BowlMichigan lost both it's coordinators, and Jim Harbaugh flirted with several NFL teams before returning to his alma mater. Is Michigan in turmoil after reaching their highest peak in 17 years?
Also, some thoughts on the Super Bowl, Recruiting shows why a Big Ten West Team has yet to win a Big Ten Title since the East/West split, and of course Caleb Williams went to USC.
2022-02-1830 minBig Ten Football TalkThe Rise and Fall of Urban MeyerWhen Urban Meyer took over the Jacksonville Jaguars, many thought it would be a big time hire that would propel one of the worst franchises into a competent one. Instead, he was fired before coaching a full season. Between poor results on the field, and controversy off the field, he had one of the worst years ever as an NFL head coach. How do we process it, considering how he helped resurrect not only Ohio State, but an entire conference back to national relevance?
2022-02-0436 minBig Ten Football TalkCaleb Williams to... Wisconsin??? Plus, smoke that the Big Ten is making some major changes to divisions and conference scheduling.Caleb Williams is probably a top 5 QB prospect in all of major college football. So imagine the shock when we start seeing all the smoke that he may commit to the power-running offense of the Wisconsin Badgers! Still, could he be Russell Wilson 2.0? If he comes in, what does that mean for Wisconsin and the rest of the Big Ten?
Also, some major rumors that the Big Ten may be nixing divisions and reducing its conference schedule. Is that a good move, or will it weaken the conference?
2022-01-2819 minBig Ten Football TalkPost Season Power Rankings, Way-Too-Early Top 25 Reactions, and is Jim Harbaugh leaving Michigan?Welcome to another post-season edition of the Big Ten Football Talk Podcast, we'll discuss the Big Ten Power Rankings post bowl games, we react to ESPN's way too early top 25, and is Jim Harbaugh leaving Michigan for the Las Vegas Raiders? Would it be better for him to stay, or move on? Would it be better for the Big Ten if he stayed, or left?
2022-01-2142 minBig Ten Football TalkGeorgia Wins the Natty, and how the National Championship Game proved that Brian Hartline is the best WR coach in the country. (A Rant)Georgia finally beats Alabama to win their first national championship in 40+ years, Stetson Bennett shuts up all the doubters (including me), and how one complementary tweet about Brian Hartline has me ranting for 15 minutes about how Alabama losing Jameson Williams in the NC game is further evidence that Hartline is absolutely the best WR coach in the country.
2022-01-1235 minBig Ten Football TalkHappy New Year! Big Ten Bowl Reactions, CFP Recap and National Championship Prediction.This episode is later than I wanted due to a run in with Covid-19, but we cover all the Big Ten bowl games, including what it means for each team going forward. Also, we talk about the semi-finals, and who will ultimately win the National Championship.
2022-01-0637 minBig Ten Football TalkPlayoff Picks, New Year's Six Picks, and we Review the CFP Covid ProtocolsCincinnati vs Alabama, Georgia vs Michigan. Who gets to the National Championship Game? Will there even be a National Championship Game? Let's talk all about that and more, on the Big Ten Football Talk Podcast!
2021-12-2649 minBig Ten Football TalkJimmy Kimmel has a Bowl Game named after him? Bowl Picks, Coach of the Year, and Signing Day #1We're doing some bowl picks, with all the games from 12/17 to Christmas Day. Also, Jim Harbaugh was the AP Coach of the Year, but I'm still adamant that Mel Tucker deserves that award. Plus, why Signing Day and NIL may be the start of a conference-wide downturn.
2021-12-1744 minBig Ten Football TalkBryce Young wins the Heisman, Desmond Howard trolls Ohio State, the coaching carousel continues, and some notes about my upcoming release scheduleBryce Young won the heisman... also, water is wet. Nobody should be shocked that the Alabama QB won the award, but what about how people voted? Should we feel upset that Will Anderson wasn't invited to New York? Is it weird that Aiden Hutchinson was ahead of another defensive player who had way better stats (Spoiler Alert: No). Also, why Marcus Freeman will make Notre Dame even better, Lincoln Riley makes USC a CFP contender as soon as next year, and Penn State and Ohio State make BIG Defensive Coordinator hires.
2021-12-1446 minBig Ten Football TalkMichigan are BIG TEN CHAMPS! Recap of the past couple weeks, The committee was bailed out by the Championship games... AND WHY ARE LINCOLN RILEY AND BRIAN KELLY GOING TO OTHER JOBS!?I was on vacation last week. Just so happens that when I go on vacation, the college football world just implodes. Also, Michigan beat a good Ohio State team for the first time in 18 years, and dominated Iowa to win a their first Big Ten Championship in 17 years, and they also get their first playoff appearance.
2021-12-0733 minBig Ten Football TalkBonus Episode: "THE GAME" Ohio State vs Michigan. A personal history with the Rivalry, and my pick for the game.This is probably my favorite episode that I've ever done. I share why the Ohio State/Michigan rivalry matters so much to me, and I break down this game and what I think will happen (and also what could happen.) Also, an apology to Andrel Anthony... I kept calling him Andrel Anderson. But he's a stud, and someone to watch out for the Wolverines.
2021-11-2639 minBig Ten Football TalkRivalry Week Picks! Penn State at Michigan State, Wisconsin at Minnesota, Iowa at Nebraska, Oklahoma at Oklahoma State!It's Rivalry Week! Check out the picks for the greatest week of all in college football. (Note: The Ohio State/Michigan Pick will be on the Friday Podcast). Also, we breakdown the playoff rankings, which I surprisingly liked this week.
All that and more, on the Big Ten Football Talk Podcast!
2021-11-2438 minBig Ten Football TalkBuckeyes Flatten Spartans, Wolverines crush Terps, setting up “playoff” like game for THE GAME!Week 12 recap, including power rankings, top 10, run down of all the games from the Big Ten (plus a few others… I’m done picking against Cincinnati!). Also, why are people devaluing CJ Stroud’s heisman case?
2021-11-2340 minBig Ten Football TalkMichigan State vs. Ohio State! Cincinnati better watch out for SMU. Wisconsin in trouble against Nebraska? Week 12 Picks!Week 12 picks, featuring Spartans vs. Buckeyes, Cornhuskers vs. Badgers, and several key out of conference match-ups to boot! Join us for all the action on the Big Ten Football Talk Podcast!
2021-11-1822 minBig Ten Football TalkWeek 11 Recap -- Rankings are hard, Ohio State's Offensive Resurrection, The Big 12 is out, and what's up with schools in Florida, Texas, and California?So, I rant a bit more in this, and I may not be the most clear or well reasoned on this episode. Also, my rankings are probably just as bad as the CFP's, which to me proves that we need a different playoff system, because I DISAGREE WITH MY OWN RANKINGS! But, I promise, there's worthwhile content in the midst of my own absurdity. The Big Ten's round robin quickly approaches, as Ohio State will play Michigan State this weekend. Meanwhile, Wisconsin seems to be waiting in the wings as they seem to be strolling to another Big Ten West...
2021-11-1636 minBig Ten Football TalkWill Buckeyes be the third victim of the Spoilermakers? PSU/UM, MINN/IOWA, and are Georgia, Oklahoma, and Notre Dame on upset alert? Plus... is the integrity of college football in jeopardy?Week 11 Picks, including Penn State hosting #6 Michigan, #4 Ohio State hosting #19 Purdue, Minnesota visiting the #20 Iowa Hawkeyes, and all the other Big Ten games. Plus, bonus picks with Georgia/Tennessee, Oklahoma/Baylor, and Notre Dame/UVA.
Also, we talk about the wild inconsistencies with the CFP rankings, how the committee is in an impossible situation, and why this current format needs to change for the integrity of the sport.
2021-11-1126 minBig Ten Football TalkPurdue Strikes Again, Wisconsin Rises, Ohio State Struggles, and Bret Bielema's Illini sink the boat. We recap week 10, and talk about what to expect in this week's rankings.We recap week 10, including the big upset by Purdue over Michigan State, Why Wisconsin may be the most dangerous team in the Big Ten, and we discuss the dilemma that the CFP committee is in, as everyone in the top ten either struggled with lesser competition, or lost. (Excluding Georgia. Georgia's awesome). Join us for the week 10 recap!
2021-11-0931 minBig Ten Football TalkMichigan State, Ohio State on Upset Alert? Plus, how is Penn State not ranked above Wisconsin or Mississippi State in the Playoff Rankings?! And why the CFP is rigged in Alabama's favor.Week 10 Picks, including why Ohio State and Michigan State might be on upset alert. Plus, we react to the first release of the playoff rankings, and boy... does it seem like they are cherry picking to get Alabama into the playoff. Join us for all that and more on the Big Ten Football Talk Podcast!
2021-11-0431 minBig Ten Football TalkMel Tucker is Coach of the Year... Period. Kenneth Walker: Heisman Frontrunner? MSU Number 1 in latest Power Rankings, Hawkeyes going down fast, Buckeyes shot itself in the foot.Listen in as we discuss the week 9 recap, including why Michigan State is number 1 in the Big Ten (Mel Tucker and Kenneth Walker for starters!), why Penn State isn't falling too far behind, and why Ohio State is still probably in good shape. Plus, Wisconsin and Minnesota control their own destiny in the West, and Iowa's hapless offense has it in a lot of trouble. Plus, why Colin Cowherd is wrong about Alabama (right now).
2021-11-0226 minBig Ten Football TalkMichigan vs. Michigan State, Penn State vs. Ohio State, Iowa vs Wisconsin... High Stakes everywhere in the Big Ten in Week 9! Plus, this is a must-win game for Jim Harbaugh.Two BIG games that will shape the East Division Race, One HUGE game that will give a clear front-runner for the West. Join us as we pick all 7 Big Ten games, all of which have major significance for each team, as well as two out of conference games. Also, Jim Harbaugh is actually doing a good job at Michigan. Yet, he has underachieved. If he wants to help Michigan become elite, this is a game he must win. Join us for the week 9 picks on the Big Ten Football Talk Podcast.
2021-10-2839 minBig Ten Football TalkWhat Happened to Penn State? Has James Franklin peaked? And the new overtime rule... Hard Pass. That and more, in the week 8 recapJust a normal week in the Big Ten... you know... if 9 OT upsets are normal. Penn State tumbles, Ohio State rises, and Michigan wins to set up an epic top 10 match up between the Wolverines and Spartans. We discuss Big Ten Power Rankings, National Top Ten, the new OT Rules, and whether James Franklin and Penn State is ever going to move up to the "elite" level. Join us as we recap Week 8!
2021-10-2637 minBig Ten Football TalkCan Purdue continue to build momentum as they take on Wisconsin? Can Indiana finish the job and get a big time win over the Buckeyes? Plus, lots of teams on upset alert outside the conference.Week 8 in many ways feels like the calm before the storm. Ohio State hosts Penn State next week, Michigan goes to Michigan State next week. There aren't many premium matchups out of conference either. However, these are the type of weeks where chaos tends to reign! Plus, lots of intriguing matchups and storylines. Can Purdue build off of their massive upset over Iowa, as they take on the Badgers? Could Ohio State be on upset alert against Indiana (Spoiler alert: probably not)? Is Pat Fitzgerald going to continue figure it out, and will his Wildcats push Michigan this week? Also, Wa...
2021-10-2122 minBig Ten Football TalkPurdue upsets Iowa, Michigan State survives Indiana, Northwestern gets first Big Ten Win, and Nebraska stumbles... again. Week 7 RecapJoin us for the week 7 recap, where we talk about why Iowa lost (and why they are all the way down to #4 in the conference in my power rankings), How Indiana is probably a good team with just a BRUTAL schedule, and a lot more as I break down my Big Ten Power Rankings and my National Top Ten. Also, my weekly reminder that Scott Frost shouldn't be Nebraska's head coach.
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2021-10-1924 minBig Ten Football Talk2021 Big Ten Mid-Season Review: Who makes the Big Ten Championship Game? Who's winning the Heisman? Who's going to make the playoff? Top 10 players in the Big Ten!!!We all know that pre-season predictions always end up being mostly wrong. So, we're going to try and predict some things in the mid-season now that we have some more data (and probably still be wrong). We'll take a look at the current standings, and I'll try to project out where I think each Big Ten team will finish, who's making the Big Ten Championship Game, who I think are the front runners for the heisman race. I also want to apologize to a few folks, because I made the dreaded mistake of consistently pronouncing guys names WRONG!!! All that...
2021-10-1650 minBig Ten Football TalkIowa and Michigan State on Upset Alert? Also, why is Iowa Head Coach Kirk Ferentz siding with fans booing Penn State's injured players? (Another Rant)Five Big Ten games happening this week, including Iowa @ Purdue and Michigan State @ Indiana. Both Iowa and Purdue are ranked in the top 10 of the AP Poll, is it possible that they lose this week?
Plus... Why in the world is Kirk Ferentz defending fans that boo injured players? Does he have a point? Is he being classless? Or is it just a bit misguided? Also... will it get his team crushed later on this season?
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2021-10-1426 minBig Ten Football TalkRecapping Week 6: Iowa Wins* and Ohio State might be #1, but you can't rank them there yet. Also, everyone's rankings are wrong! (A Rant)You know the drill: Big Ten Power Rankings, My National Top 10. But this week was a big week. Iowa and Penn State was the first top 5 match up in the Big Ten since 2016, and it ended with an Iowa win on paper, but more questions as to who is truly the best team in the Big Ten. Ohio State looks like who we thought they would be, Michigan State and Michigan keep winning, and the west looks worse than expected. What does it all mean?
Plus, the Alabama loss exposed some really bad takes when it comes to ra...
2021-10-1241 minBig Ten Football Talk#4 PENN STATE @ #3 IOWA, plus all the other week 6 Big Ten Games, including two teams on upset alert! Also, does Cincinnati have a BYU problem?This week is the first top 5 match up of Big Ten teams since the Ohio State Michigan game back in 2016. If Iowa wins, they might coast into the Big Ten Championship. If Penn State wins, they have bragging rights until they face the gauntlet that is Ohio State, Michigan, and Michigan State in their own division! We dive deep on that game, as well as the other four Big Ten games. Two teams are on major upset alert, and we discuss the chances of Cincinnati making the playoffs after their big win against Notre Dame. One of their biggest probl...
2021-10-0736 minBig Ten Football Talk"Crow tastes good..." Recapping Bama's dominance, Cincinnati's big win, and is Scott Frost poised to save his job this week?This is the the week 5 recap show, where I go back and see where I was wrong, where I was right. We'll look at my current Big Ten Power Rankings, my national top 10, and I'll share a crazy idea: Scott Frost could potentially save his job with a win over Michigan. Is it possible? All that and more, on the Big Ten Football Talk Podcast!
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2021-10-0530 minBig Ten Football TalkNotre Dame/Cincinnati, Ole Miss/Alabama, Michigan/Wisconsin, Indiana/Penn State, and all the other Big Ten teams as we pick Week 5. Also, K'Vaughn Pope, and reflections on student-athlete mistakes.Tune in as we pick all the week 5 games in the big ten, as well as three bonus games that are VERY big in the playoff picture. Also, Ohio State was in the news recently, as one of their senior linebackers was dismissed from the team after he made very public, and embarrassing, choice. How should we, as fans, view him and others who also make very public choices that become problematic? (Note: I do reference Christianity and Jesus in part of my response).
2021-09-3030 minBig Ten Football TalkWeek 4 Recap -- Penn State still #1, the Big Ten obviously is the 2nd best conference, yet how likely is their playoff chances? Also, the most important game in regards to the playoff race.eWe recap the past week in the Big Ten, including my Big Ten Power Rankings, my national top ten, and my take on the Big Ten's Position in terms of relative conference strength. We also discuss my national top ten, and the game that I think is the most important to the playoff maybe this whole season. Spoiler: It's not Bama/Ole Miss or Georgia/Arkansas. Also, if you'd like to support this podcast, follow this link: https://anchor.fm/bigtenfootballtalk/supportLike and subscribe, and comment below!
2021-09-2836 minBig Ten Football TalkWeek 4 Picks -- Will Jack Coan make Wisconsin pay for choosing Graham Mertz? Plus, Hoosiers on upset alert, Rutgers vs Michigan, Nebraska vs. Michigan State, and more!Join us for the week 4 Picks on the Big Ten Football Talk Podcast. 11 games, including 3 games in conference. The Big Ten has another golden opportunity to exert its strength as Wisconsin takes on Notre Dame, will the Badgers continue the Big Ten's great start against out of conference opponents? Or will the former Badger, Jack Coan, make the Badgers pay for letting him walk? Can Rutgers take Michigan to the wire again? Will Maryland avoid the upset AGAIN? Plus, the Hoosiers are on upset alert against the Hilltoppers of Western Kentucky! All this and more, on the Big Ten Footbal...
2021-09-2317 minBig Ten Football TalkWeek 3 Recap: MSU Legit, PSU #1 in the B1G, Treveyon Henderson!!! And what's up with the refs?Join Big Ten Football Talk as we recap week 3 of the 2021 College Football Season. Michigan State is a real team, Penn State proved they are the top team in the conference thus far (with Iowa being a close second). Also, join me as I rant about officiating, and how the NCAA, and Mark Emmert, needs to actually do his job and actually make changes to how the game is officiated. All that and more on the Big Ten Football Talk Podcast!
2021-09-2139 minBig Ten Football TalkBig Ten Football Talk -- Week 3 Picks: PSU/Auburn, Bama/UF, Bearcats/Hoosiers, Purdue/Notre Dame. Also, is James Franklin Leaving for USC?Week 3 game picks for every big ten game, plus we pick the big one happening down in the Swamp. Also, we dive in on the report by Dan Patrick about there being mutual interest between Penn State Head Coach James Franklin and Southern Cal for their head coaching position. Would it be a good move for Franklin? For USC? Does it make any shred of sense? Come join us at Big Ten Football Talk, and make sure to follow, leave a review, and share with your friends who love College Football!
2021-09-1634 minBig Ten Football TalkWeek 2 Recap: Is Ohio State still the B1G's top team? Plus, B1G Rankings, New Top 10 including #5 Iowa, and what surprised us this week?We recap this week's action in college football. What was surprising about this weekend? What does Ohio State's loss to Oregon mean for the rest of the conference. Does anyone actually want to be in the top 10? (Texas A&M and Notre Dame... woof). Come join us at Big Ten Football Talk, and make sure to follow, leave a review, and share with your friends who love College Football!
2021-09-1427 minBig Ten Football TalkBig Ten Football Talk -- Week 2 Predictions! Ohio State/Oregon, Iowa/Iowa State, UM/UW, PSU/Ball StWeek 2 predictions of the Big Ten Slate include some of the best games across the country in some marquee non-conference match-ups. Join Zack Gugenheim as he breaks down all 14 games involving Big Ten teams.
2021-09-1025 minBig Ten Football TalkBig Ten Football Talk Podcast: Week 1 Recap, Top Ten, and why the big 12's expansion plan is futile.Join us as Zack dissects week 1, including where he was right, where he was wrong, and what suprised him. He'll also share his top ten after week 1, and then discusses just how much trouble the Big 12 is in, even with the report that BYU, Cincinnati, Houston, and UCF is prepped to join.
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2021-09-0733 minBig Ten Football TalkBig Ten Football Talk -- Week 1 Predictions: Penn State/Wisconsin, Georgia/Clemson, Alabama/Miami, Ohio State/Minnesota.2021 College Football starts for real this week! Join Zack as he predicts 14 games on the week one slate, including every Big Ten game, as well as a few of the high-profile games including Georgia and Clemson. We will also recap what happened during week zero, including why Nebraska Head Coach Scott Frost may be fired, and why Illinois Head Coach Bret Bielema may be building a foundation for a future division winner. Get hype, for episode 2 of the Big Ten Football Talk Podcast!
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2021-09-0133 minBig Ten Football TalkPilot Episode: 2021 Big Ten Football PreviewJoin us for our pilot episode of Big Ten Football Talk, where Zack shares his detailed break down of where each Big Ten team will finish this season, a short Week Zero preview of Nebraska @ Illinois, and Playoff predictions which include two SEC teams, neither of whom being Alabama. Check it out, and make sure to download or subscribe for more exciting content and analysis as the 2021 football season kicks off!
2021-08-2733 min
The DiscipleMakers Podcast20- Zack Gugenheim | Holistic DiscipleshipOn this episode of The DiscipleMakers Podcast, we talked with Zack Gugenheim about the connection between our souls and our bodies. Often Christians can tend to want to solve every problem or trial with a spiritual answer. But through our conversation, Zack helped us to see how the Bible actually calls us to view ourselves and others more holistically, as both body and soul working together. This can really help us as we seek to care well for others, and gives us some very practical applications for how we should steward our own...
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