EPISODE · Apr 30, 2026 · 1H 18M
Hawks Eye View: EP 4.13 Elite Eight Hangover, Portal Wins, & 2025-26 Roster Breakdown with Tyler (TCraigsHoops) & Ben Stan
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Andrew Barber and AJ are joined by returning favorite Tyler (TCraigsHoops) and first-time guest Ben Stan for a deep, no-filters dive into Iowa Hawkeyes basketball’s magical Elite Eight run and what comes next under Ben McCollum.The crew reflects on the emotional highs of the tournament run, the electric Carver-Hawkeye crowds, the sting of the Michigan loss, and how this season forever changed expectations for the program. They break down the two key transfer portal additions — 7'3" McKeever from St. Mary’s and versatile guard/forward Coleman — analyzing film, fit, and how McCollum’s system will unlock them alongside returning pieces like Cam and Cale Combs.They also preview the incoming freshmen (Ethan Harris, Jaden Kuhn, Trey Thompson, and more), discuss redshirt possibilities, depth at the wings and bigs, and why the 2025-26 roster already feels like it has serious Big Ten potential. Additional topics include the controversial NCAA Tournament expansion to 76 teams, Ben McCollum’s extension outlook, Carver-Hawkeye facility rumors, and quick hits on Iowa football’s spring game and the NBA playoffs.Filmed live from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios and powered by Revelton Distilling Company.Sponsors:Creasman Foods • Revelton Distilling • Jenny Farrell – RE/MAX Concepts • Iowa Beef Steakhouse • US FEX Shipping • Kyle Lehman – Wintrust MortgageWhether you’re a die-hard who lived every second of the Elite Eight run or a new fan excited for what’s next, this episode is packed with sharp analysis, honest fan perspective, and the unfiltered Iowa hoops talk you won’t find anywhere else.Turn it up. Lock in. Black and gold.#HawkeyeNation #IowaBasketball #EliteEight #BenMcCollum #HawksEyeView #3BeardsMedia
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Andrew Barber and AJ are joined by returning favorite Tyler (TCraigsHoops) and first-time guest Ben Stan for a deep, no-filters dive into Iowa Hawkeyes basketball’s magical Elite Eight run and what comes next under Ben McCollum.The crew reflects on the emotional highs of the tournament run, the electric Carver-Hawkeye crowds, the sting of the Michigan loss, and how this season forever changed expectations for the program. They break down the two key transfer portal additions — 7'3" McKeever from St. Mary’s and versatile guard/forward Coleman — analyzing film, fit, and how McCollum’s system will unlock them alongside returning pieces like Cam and Cale Combs.They also preview the incoming freshmen (Ethan Harris, Jaden Kuhn, Trey Thompson, and more), discuss redshirt possibilities, depth at the wings and bigs, and why the 2025-26 roster already feels like it has serious Big Ten potential. Additional topics include the controversial NCAA Tournament expansion to 76 teams, Ben McCollum’s extension outlook, Carver-Hawkeye facility rumors, and quick hits on Iowa football’s spring game and the NBA playoffs.Filmed live from the AKC Andrew Downs Studios and powered by Revelton Distilling Company.Sponsors:Creasman Foods • Revelton Distilling • Jenny Farrell – RE/MAX Concepts • Iowa Beef Steakhouse • US FEX Shipping • Kyle Lehman – Wintrust MortgageWhether you’re a die-hard who lived every second of the Elite Eight run or a new fan excited for what’s next, this episode is packed with sharp analysis, honest fan perspective, and the unfiltered Iowa hoops talk you won’t find anywhere else.Turn it up. Lock in. Black and gold.#HawkeyeNation #IowaBasketball #EliteEight #BenMcCollum #HawksEyeView #3BeardsMedia
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