ON THE EDGE? Iowa Hawkeyes NCAA Future RELIES on Bennett Stirtz and Company to STEP UP

Iowa Hawkeyes drop a heartbreaker to Purdue, extending their losing streak and raising big NCAA Tournament questions. Can Bennett Stirtz step up to meet preseason All-American expectations, or will turnovers and defensive lapses derail Iowa’s March Madness dreams? Trent Condon spotlights the crucial moments that cost Iowa against the Boilermakers, keys in on Kael Combs’ emergence, and breaks down where the Hawkeyes must improve—especially attacking the rim and cutting down on costly mistakes in half-court sets.Analytical insight into Iowa’s NCAA Tournament resume reveals growing concern: no Quad 1 wins, a mid-tier strength of record, and daunting road tests ahead. Plus, get the latest on football’s transfer portal targets and why the upcoming Iowa women’s basketball clash with Oregon looms large. Locked On Hawkeyes tackles what’s next for both hoops squads and how Saturday’s showdown with Indiana could shift the season’s trajectory.Follow Trent Condon on X: https://twitter.com/trentcondonLISTEN TO THE PODCAST: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-hawkeyes-daily-podcast-on-iowa-hawkeyes-football/id1441592240SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0GTyz5ygevcGXdTF6QSoEoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LockedOnHawkeyesEverydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.WayfairGet last-minute hosting essentials, gifts for all your loved ones, and decor to celebrate the holidays for WAY less.Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home.Wayfair. Every style. Every home. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.