Ryan Evan Schroat joins me from the "Keeping it Orange and Blue" Podcast to speak on the State of the Illinois Fighting Illini. We discuss what the mood is in Champaign, what has kept the Illini from getting back to being a dark-horse Big Ten contender, and what the outlook is for this season (including key newcomers, and how they will handle a dif…

In this episode of the Podcast of Champions hosts Ryan Abraham and David Woods are kicking off their Big Ten season previews with Illinois and Rutgers. First up Jeremy Werner from IlliniInquirer.com joins the show to talk about what Bret Bielema has been up to this off-season getting the Fighting Illini ready for an expanded and improved Big Ten co…

Adam Chimeo from the Quack 12 Podcast joins us as we talk all things Ducks. We talk about how Dan Lanning has laid the foundation for the program to ascend to new heights, how they are utilizing NIL to upgrade their roster, and we talk about their potential pathway to a national championship. Plus, we find out that we have all been wrong for decade…

In this episode of the Podcast of Champions hosts Ryan Abraham and David Woods are in studio for the official launch of the new version of the POC, where we shift from covering Pac-12 football (RIP) to covering Big Ten football. Dave and Ryan will now focus on this new super conference, with former Pac-12 programs Oregon, Washington, UCLA and USC j…

We talk with Larry Krayn from Knight Watch about the State of the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. We cover the QB change from Gavin Wimsatt to Minnesota Transfer Athan Kaliakmanis, the latest recruiting surge, and the possibility of Rutgers taking the next step by getting a 10 win season! Knight Watch is a show that is part of the College Huddle network. …

Andrew and Jared from the "Out of the Blue" Podcast (Hosted by Maize n Brew) join me to discuss all things Michigan, including why the Wolverines are actually being slept on this upcoming season. We discuss why they are high on Sherrone Moore and his incoming staff, success in the transfer portal, why Michigan shouldn't be concerned about recruitin…

Hooligan from the "Sound the Siren" Podcast joins us to talk all things Washington Huskies. We talk expectations for Washington as they come to the Big Ten, why Jedd Fisch may actually improve upon what Kalen DeBoer started, and why there is optimism for the 2024 season despite the heavy personnel losses. Check out Sound the Siren here: https://you…

Rajeev from "the Bucky Report" Podcast, and a routine guest on "Locked on Badgers," comes to drop some knowledge on the Badgers, including why it was crucial for Wisconsin to move on from Paul Chryst, how Luke Fickell is modernizing the program, and how there is a pathway for a possible 11-1 season after finishing a lackluster 7-6 a year ago. Follo…

UCLA begins their first year of Big Ten Play with arguably the most question marks of any team in the conference. Many are writing the Bruins off, but could they maybe surprise some folks? Kevin Balaji of the Bruin Source Podcast gives us insight into the culture and trajectory of the Bruins Program, and why there is hope that Deshaun Foster might …

Russ Johnson from the Boiler Express Podcast joins us to talk all things Purdue, including some potential "Spoilermaker" opportunities, how Hudson Card may have a leg up on other Big Ten QB's now he has a second year in Graham Harrell's offense, and how the defense may take a leap in Ryan Walter's second year. And of course, we talk about Indiana F…

Curt from SkiUPod joins me as we talk all things Minnesota, including the exciting addition of Max Brosmer, how Gopher fans evaluate the PJ Fleck tenure thus far, and whether the Gophers can find their way back to the high bar set by the 2019 squad. Find SkiUPod here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ski-u-pod/id1487377802?uo=4 Find them on yo…

Ohio State has lost six games in the past three years, and while most programs would be thrilled to be in the playoff hunt and be 33-6 over three seasons, the Buckeyes are tired of almost getting there. Eric Boggs of the OHIO Podcast, and one of the main organizers of the College Huddle, comes to breakdown why Buckeye fans are mad, yet hopeful, tha…

In this episode of the Podcast of Champions hosts Ryan Abraham and David Woods are in studio talking about the latest development in the conference realignment craziness, with UCLA forced to pay rival Cal $10 million a year for three years in "Calimony," taking a chunk out of the Bruins Big Ten media rights windfall. On Tuesday the UC Board of Rege…

TJ Birkel joins me from the Common Fan Podcast to talk Nebraska football, including what it's been like for Nebraska coming to the Big Ten, how Matt Rhule is changing the culture, and why the pre-season hype feels more justified this year than in previous ones. Follow their podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/@commonfanGBR Social Media here: http…

In this episode of the Podcast of Champions hosts Ryan Abraham and David Woods are in studio finishing up their deep-dive into all of the former Pac-12 football programs, talking about how the USC Trojans and UCLA Bruins finished up their respective spring football sessions. On the USC side, head coach Lincoln Riley had to figure out a way to repla…

Joel Kraushaar from the 12 Saturdays 2.0 Podcast joins us to talk all about Iowa Football, including the legacy of Kirk Ferentz, the fanbase's perspective on former OC Brian Ferentz, some insight into one of the BEST traditions in sports, and we end with what the ceiling of the Hawkeyes might be. Check out the 12 Saturdays Pod here: https://podcast…

In this episode of the Podcast of Champions hosts Ryan Abraham and David Woods are in studio and joined remotely by the Oregon Ducks football expert Matt Prehm from DuckTerritory.com, talking about Oregon's spring football game that happened over the weekend, how active the Ducks have been in the NCAA Transfer Portal, the move to the Big Ten, the b…

As we start to veer in a new direction, JR from the College Huddle joins me and we discuss how the Big Ten not only survived one of the worst stretches in conference history, but managed to leverage it into the most stable conference in College Football. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bigtenfootballtalk/support…

In this episode of the Podcast of Champions hosts Ryan Abraham and David Woods are in studio and joined remotely by the Washington Huskies football expert Chris Fetters from Dawgman.com, talking about UW's spring football with Jedd Fisch at the helm, the move to the Big Ten, the battle to replace Michael Penix and how the Huskies are navigating the…

Talk about quick takeaways from the Michigan Spring Game, and we talk about how the new NCAA rules and the sanctions that came down against the Wolverines. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bigtenfootballtalk/support

In this episode of the Podcast of Champions hosts Ryan Abraham and David Woods are in studio and joined remotely by the Washington State football expert Jamey Vinnick from Cougfan.com, talking about the state of the Cougars athletic programs as WSU and partner OSU head into uncharted territory. With the breakup of the Conference of Champions, Orego…

Penn State, Purdue, and Ohio State all played their spring games this past weekend. Not a ton of analysis, but some quick thoughts about those teams. Plus, Northwestern announces that they are building an alternate stadium at the practice facility for home games the next two years... how does this affect the program? Also, a fun update. --- Support…

After several outlets putting out their own coaching rankings, I post my own. Let the outrage begin... My own order for coaching rankings: 1. Ryan Day (Ohio State) 2. Lincoln Riley (USC) 3. Kirk Ferentz (Iowa) 4. James Franklin (PSU) 5. Dan Lanning (Oregon) 6. Luke Fickell (Wisconsin) 7. Matt Rhule (Nebraska) 8. Bret Bielema (Illinois) 9. Greg Schi…

In this episode of the Podcast of Champions hosts Ryan Abraham and David Woods are in studio and joined remotely by the longtime publisher of BeaverBlitz.com, Angie Machado, talking about the state of the Oregon State athletic programs as the Beavers head into uncharted territory. With the breakup of the Conference of Champions, Oregon State and Wa…

In this episode of the Podcast of Champions hosts Ryan Abraham and David Woods are in studio and joined remotely by Jackson Moore from BearTerritory and Cardinals247 to talk about all things California and Stanford football plus the Cardinal poaching Washington State head basketball coach Kyle Smith. Cal football kicked off their spring practices l…

There's a lot in this episode, including thoughts on the 14 team playoff, Trev Alberts leaving, and Kadyn Proctor's re-entry into the transfer portal. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bigtenfootballtalk/support

In this episode of the Podcast of Champions hosts Ryan Abraham and David Woods are recording remotely to talk about the stunning departure of Washington athletic director Troy Dannen, and what that means for the Husky program. The fellas also talk about the crumbling ACC, which is now being sued by two of its members, and what that could mean for C…

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