Legends & Listeners

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman dive deep into Scott’s massive Big Ten fan survey from The Athletic — and the results are fascinating. 🏈 Has the Big Ten officially passed the SEC? Fans weigh in on conference strength, leadership, TV deals, NIL, private equity, and the future of the College Football Playoff. 🐤 How Iowa fans REALLY feel about Kirk Ferentz The guys break down survey responses about Ferentz, Beth Goetz, Iowa’s future, and whether the Hawkeyes can realistically compete for a national title in the next five years. 🌽 Nebraska fans sound defeated Some of the most brutally honest responses in the survey came from Husker fans — and Scott shares the best ones. 🧀 Wisconsin’s identity crisis Is Wisconsin actually in worse shape than Nebraska right now? 🎙️ Plus: • Tony Petitti under pressure • The Big Ten TV plan • 16-team vs 24-team playoff talk • Why Iowa fans may appreciate Kirk Ferentz more than ever • The changing future of college athletics Legends & Listeners presented by GameDay Men's Health, only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman break down an eventful weekend for Iowa Football. 🏈 Historic NFL Draft for Iowa The Hawkeyes send 7 players to the NFL Draft + 6 UDFA signings, the most in the 7-round era—highlighting elite development under Kirk Ferentz and a program that’s as healthy as ever. 📈 Is This One of Iowa’s Best Teams Ever? Does the 2025 squad get underrated? The guys debate how this team stacks up historically—and whether it could hang with past Ferentz-era teams. ⚔️ Quarterback Battle Breakdown Hank Brown vs. Jeremy Hecklinski is very real. What matters more—stats or “feel”? And who actually gives Iowa the best chance to win? 🎯 Spring Ball Takeaways • Wide receiver room shows real upside (if they stay healthy) • Secondary looks strong with young talent emerging • Defensive line raises major concerns heading into the season 🔥 Pressure on the Offense All eyes are on OC Tim Lester to: • Pick the right QB • Develop a real passing attack • Maximize one of Iowa’s most intriguing skill groups in years 📊 Big Ten Fan Survey Tease Do fans trust their programs? Has the Big Ten passed the SEC? And why does everyone hate Michigan? Plus: NFL Draft stories, roster outlook, and why Iowa might be building toward something even bigger in 2027. Legends & Listeners presented by GameDay Men's Health, only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman return with a loaded episode of Legends & Listeners, breaking down everything happening around Iowa football, the NFL Draft, and Hawkeye hoops. 🏈 Quarterback Battle Breakdown Hank Brown vs. Jeremy Heklinski continues to evolve as Iowa heads into the spring game. What separates the two—and what should fans watch for this weekend? ⚡ “Explosive” Offense Coming? New OC Tim Lester says Iowa finally has the pieces to open things up offensively. Is this real progress or more offseason optimism? 🛡️ Spring Game Preview What to watch beyond QB: • Defensive line depth concerns • Secondary competition • Running back room intrigue 🏈 NFL Draft Preview: Hawkeyes to Watch Up to 10+ Iowa players could hear their names called, including Jennings Dunker, Logan Jones, and more. ⚖️ Kirk Ferentz Sanctions Reaction The NCAA vacates four wins—was the punishment overkill? 🏀 Iowa Hoops Portal Moves Ben McCollum continues reshaping the roster with key additions and departures. Legends & Listeners presented by GameDay Men's Health, only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow is joined by Seth Wallace for a deep dive into one of the most consistent defenses in college football—and the mindset behind it. 🏈 Inside Iowa’s Defense: Why the Hawkeyes’ scheme isn’t as “simple” as it looks, how disguise and discipline drive success, and what makes their system so hard to replicate anywhere else. 🧠 Coaching Philosophy: Wallace opens up on learning under Kirk Ferentz, Phil Parker, and the late Norm Parker—and why those relationships have kept him in Iowa despite major opportunities elsewhere. 🔥 Player Development Stories: From Jack Campbell to Jay Higgins, Wallace shares behind-the-scenes moments that shaped Iowa’s linebacker pipeline. 🎙 Other topics include: • How Iowa disguises coverages from a two-high shell • Why halftime “adjustments” are overrated • Breaking down the plan vs Diego Pavia • The next wave of Iowa linebackers • Why culture and continuity matter Legends & Listeners presented by GameDay Men's Health. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman dive deep into Iowa football as spring practice heats up. 🏈 Quarterback Evolution:The Hawkeyes reshape their offense with a dedicated QB coach in Billy Vandenberg, signaling a shift toward a more NFL-style system under Tim Lester. What does that mean for Iowa’s next signal-caller? 🧠 Coaching Shakeups:The addition of Jay Norvell brings experience and a fresh voice to the offense, while Iowa continues building a more collaborative staff approach. 💪 Offensive Outlook:From a reloaded offensive line to emerging weapons at tight end, the pieces are there—but everything hinges on quarterback play. 🚨 Under Pressure:Defensive line coach Kelvin Bell faces the biggest challenge on the roster, replacing multiple starters and rebuilding a key unit from scratch. 🎯 Special Teams Reset:With LeVar Woods off to Michigan State, Iowa enters a new era on special teams—can they maintain their edge? 💬 Plus: • Spring practice takeaways • Linebacker confidence (hello, Cam Buffington 👀) • Recruiting wins and future Hawkeyes • And a candid discussion on Jamie Pollard’s recent comments Legends & Listeners presented by GameDay Men's Health, only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iowa shocks the nation with a historic upset over Florida - what does it mean for the Hawkeyes’ Sweet 16 run? Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman break down one of the biggest wins in recent Iowa basketball history and what’s fueling this postseason surge. The guys dive into how Iowa pulled off the upset, key performances that changed the game, and why this team looks different heading into a massive Sweet 16 matchup with Nebraska. Can the Hawkeyes keep the momentum going and make a deeper NCAA Tournament run? Plus, a look at the Iowa women’s basketball team after a surprising second-round upset - what went wrong and what it means moving forward. Legends & Listeners presented by GameDay Men's Health, only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to the Iowa Men and Women's NCAA Tournament draws and give their thoughts about the Big Ten. Is this the year the championship drought ends? All this and more courtesy of GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to the Iowa Men wrapping up its regular season with tough losses that showed a lot of promise heading into the postseason. How far can Stirtz take the Hawks? The Iowa Women lose in historic fashion, but can still make a ton of noise in the NCAA Tournament. All this and more courtesy of GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman break down Iowa's unequivocal worst loss and what it means for the Hawkeyes’ NCAA Tournament hopes. From résumé damage and seeding implications to what must change down the stretch, the guys analyze where Iowa stands in the Big Ten race and how this setback impacts Selection Sunday positioning. Chad sat down with Iowa wrestling head coach Tom Brands for an in-depth conversation about the future of the program, expectations in Iowa City, roster outlook, and what’s ahead for the Hawkeyes on the mat. Plus, the Iowa women begin postseason play as the Hawkeyes gear up for tournament action, and Doc recaps key storylines from the NFL Combine - including draft risers, Big Ten standouts, and what it all means for former Hawkeyes preparing for the next level. If you’re looking for Iowa Hawkeyes basketball analysis, NCAA Tournament seeding talk, Iowa wrestling insight with Tom Brands, Big Ten postseason coverage, and NFL Combine breakdowns, this episode delivers everything you need in one place. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Legends & Listeners, Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman take an in-depth look at the current state of Big Ten basketball and what’s ahead as March approaches. The guys break down the outlook for Iowa Hawkeyes men's basketball down the stretch, where the Hawkeyes sit in the Big Ten standings, and what needs to happen for Iowa to make a late push toward postseason play. They also discuss how conference-wide financial disparities are shaping the future of the Big Ten. Plus, how the Iowa Women's basketball team has cemented itself after a golden age. All that and more as the Big Ten basketball season heats up on Legends & Listeners, presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to Iowa’s win over Nebraska and what it means for the Hawkeyes down the stretch on this episode of Legends & Listeners on Iowa Everywhere. The guys also discuss Iowa women’s basketball navigating a short rotation and how it could impact postseason seeding, along with Iowa football losing running backs coach Omar Young to the Las Vegas Raiders. Plus, a preview of the upcoming NFL Combine with nine Hawkeyes set to participate. Also: • Iowa WBB’s path for the postseason • Controversial court storm • Coaching staff movement for Iowa football • Hawkeyes to watch at the NFL Combine Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Subscribe for more Iowa Hawkeyes coverage from Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott Dochterman is joined by Iowa football GM and Chief of Staff Tyler Barnes for an in-depth look at the Hawkeyes’ transfer portal approach and roster construction heading into 2026. Barnes discusses Iowa’s low portal attrition, adding FCS All-Americans, rebuilding key positions, replacing major special teams contributors, and managing scholarships in the NIL era. Plus, insight into recruiting philosophy, development under Kirk Ferentz, and what to expect from the Hawkeyes this spring. Presented by GameDay Men's Health! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman recap the latest from Iowa Hawkeyes basketball on this episode of Legends & Listeners. The discussion focuses on Iowa men’s basketball going 2-0 on its West Coast trip and what the wins mean for the Hawkeyes, along with Iowa women’s basketball dropping its first two games without Taylor McCabe and how the team adjusts going forward. Plus, some Hawkeye Football news to wrap up. Presented by GameDay Men’s Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to the Big Ten schedule release. How does the Hawkeye schedule stack up? Both the Iowa men's and women's basketball teams have found their winning ways. Gronowski wins an MVP and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman discuss Indiana winning its first National Championship - has the Big Ten surpassed the SEC? End of season poll nonsense, transfer portal updates, Hawkeye Hoops, and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leisktow and Scott Dochterman react to Iowa's loss to No. 5 Purdue that continues the Hawks' losing streak. Is there a reason to panic? Looking ahead to the CFP National Championship, portal news, and more courtesy of GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman put a bow on the 2025 Iowa Football season following its win over Vanderbilt. Has the Big Ten set itself above the SEC? Discussing the transfer portal, Hawkeye Hoops, and more courtesy of GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman close 2025 with the best moments of the year from Legends & Listeners, courtesy of Mi-T-M. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman get into just how elite Iowa's offensive line was during the 2025 season. What does Tim Lester have to say about the offense ahead of the ReliaQuest Bowl? Getting into the Vanderbilt matchup, Michigan's new head coach, and more, courtesy of GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman give their thoughts on how special Iowa's run of having a consensus All-American is as Logan Jones extends the streak. What are the best Big Ten bowl games? Diego Pavia's Heisman reaction. All this and more presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to Matt Campbell taking the Penn State gig before diving into the Hawkeyes' ReliaQuest Bowl bid. Can the Big Ten run the CFP? Previewing Cy-Hawk basketball and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman put a bow on Iowa's regular season. Why was it a success? The coaching carousel is as crazy as ever. The CFP situation with the Big Ten. Signing day for future Hawks. Iowa Hoops had its first test and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to Bennett Stirtz leading the Hawkeyes over Ole Miss before previewing Iowa's match-up against Nebraska on Friday. How big is this game for both schools? Going through Big Ten Title game scenarios and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman quickly react to Iowa's loss at USC and why the last play encapsulates the season. Where could the Hawkeyes play their bowl game? Previewing Michigan State and more, courtesy of GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman quickly relive Iowa's loss to Oregon. Was it enough to earn the CFP committee's respect in the rankings? The Hawkeyes head west to take on USC. Doc breaks down what's happening in the Big Ten and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to opening night at Carver-Hawkeye Arena for the new look Iowa Basketball team under Ben McCollum before taking a deep dive into the Iowa-Oregon game at Kinnick Stadium this weekend. What's the blueprint to an upset? All this and more presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman briefly recap Iowa's shellacking of Minnesota that saw Kaden Wetjen's tear continue. Where does he rank in Hawkeye history as a return man? Debating why Iowa should possibly be ranked, looking around the Big Ten, and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman look back at Iowa's win over Penn State. How big of a win was it, really? Discussing why Floyd of Rosedale is the best trophy before taking a look at Minnesota and the Big Ten Slate. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman take a deep dive into the Penn State opening and how it could shuffle college football. Is Matt Rhule on the move? Breaking down the Iowa-Penn State matchup and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman discuss the latest on Iowa QB Mark Gronowski. Will he play against Wisconsin? Diving into the Hawkeyes' matchup with the Badgers and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to Iowa landing McKenna Woliczko and what it means for the Hawkeyes. Mark Gronowski's injury status is officially "cloudy." Who's the next man up? Dissecting Phil Parker's defense, the Big Ten, and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman look back on Iowa's win over Rutgers and how Gronowski proved himself. Has Tim Lester found his groove? Diving into Indiana and the tall task ahead for the Hawkeyes. Bouncing around the Big Ten and more, courtesy of GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to Kirk Ferentz notching his 206th win to become the all-time Big Ten leader. What are his best wins? Looking back on his career, a UMASS blowout, and more, before looking ahead to Big Ten play. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dohcterman give their thoughts on Iowa's 16-13 loss to Iowa State. Should you be worried about the Hawkeyes? Positives from the loss, big picture takeaways, and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman dive all the way into the 2025 Cy-Hawk matchup. Where are the strengths for the Hawkeyes? Resetting expectations for Mark Gronowski ahead of his second start. All this and more presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman welcome back football with their preview for Iowa's game against UAlbany this weekend. What are the expectations for Mark Gronowski? Jay Higgins gets the news of a lifetime. Breaking down the Big Ten slate and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman discuss Week Zero and rooting interests for Farm-O'Geddon before diving into the Big Ten's push for CFP expansion. Touching on Hawkeyes in the NFL and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to everything that happened at Iowa's annual Kids' Day. What did Gronowski show in his black and gold debut? Analyzing the depth at each position and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman look ahead to Iowa's annual Kids' Day before discussing the depth across the board for the Hawkeyes. Setting expectations, looking at Big Ten Heisman contenders, and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman look ahead to Big Ten Media Days taking place in Las Vegas this week before going position-by-position in predicting Iowa's depth chart ahead of fall camp. All this and more presented by GameDay Men's Health! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman come at you LIVE from Big Grove Brewing in Iowa City as they welcome Iowa Men's Basketball Coach Ben McCollum to talk about the Hawks before a deep dive into Big Ten football, coach rankings, and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman dive into Doc's ranking of the top 100 College Football rivalries and the criteria for how he ranked them. Where do Iowa's rivalries fall? All this and more presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the 100th edition of Legends & Listeners, Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to Iowa's Big Ten Media Day selections before diving into EA Sports ratings, Ferentz playing the long game, Lester's idea, and so much more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott Dochterman welcomes Hawkeye Legend Pat Angerer to talk about his adjustment to life in the radio booth before reliving his glory days, featuring stories of his favorite teammates, games, memories, and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman rank their top ten gut-punches they can remember in Iowa history before flipping it around to remember the biggest a** kickings Iowa has handed out. From potential championship runs halted to The Woodshed Game, they cover it all. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman discuss what the house settlement means for college sports as well as what it means for the Hawkeyes before going over Doc's top college football stories of the century. All this and more presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman talk the latest from the house settlement, ISU's Pollard's regents comments and what all of it means for Iowa. McCollum and the Hawkeyes garner some national hype and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to the Big Ten TV schedule release before discussing the latest news from the Big Ten, SEC, and College Football Playoff. What does it mean for Iowa? All this and more presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman discuss the process of Tim Lester installing the Shanahan offense before diving into the latest Iowa Women's Basketball news, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese drama, and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman reflect on Beth Goetz time at Iowa. Biggest moves, hires, and all she has done for the betterment of the Hawkeyes. All this and more presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices