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December 6: The College Football Playoff and bowl games are set and Todd (@Todd_Blackledge) and Noah (@NoahEagle15) react to the hectic championship weekend that led to the committee having to make difficult decisions on the top-4 teams. They discuss Michigan's outlook in the Rose Bowl as well and Ohio State and Penn State's opportunities in New Year's Six bowl games. The pair then look at the other six Big Ten teams appearing in bowl games and review the seasons for the teams that did not earn bowl eligibility.

(0:21) - Reviewing the College Football Playoff selections of Michigan, Washington, Texas and Alabama: Did the committee get it right?

(6:36) - Previewing the two semi-final matchups of Michigan vs Alabama and Washington vs Texas, and looking at the other New Year's Six bowl games, featuring Ohio State against Missouri and Penn State versus Ole Miss

(28:19) - Assessing the bowl matchups of Iowa and Wisconsin against ranked opponents, plus the other Big Ten teams earning bids to bowl games

(43:27) - Final thoughts on the Big Ten teams who fell short of a bowl game in 2023

November 29: After Penn State shut out Michigan State at Ford Field on Friday, Todd (@Todd_Blackledge) and Noah (@NoahEagle15) had time to watch Michigan defeat Ohio State on Saturday and break down what's next for both teams as Michigan heads to the Big Ten Championship to face Iowa. They also look across the nation, recapping key rivalry games including epic finishes in the Iron Bowl and the Apple Cup. The guys examine what the playoff picture looks like with conference championships up for grabs this weekend.

(1:11) – Takeaways from Michigan's win over Ohio State: What does the outcome mean for both sides?

(10:24) - A look across the rest of the Big Ten, and a preview of Michigan vs. Iowa for the Big Ten Championship

(22:04) – SEC roundup: Reactions to Alabama's Iron Bowl victory and their chances against Georgia in the SEC Championship

(30:48) – Pac 12 review: Washington's last-second victory in the Apple Cup and a rematch of Washington-Oregon for the Pac 12 Championship

(35:54) – ACC and Big 12 reactions: Is the ACC title game a must-win for Florida State to secure a playoff berth? Can Texas throw their hat in the playoff ring with a Big 12 title?

(45:06) – xfinity B1G connections: Looking at the last time Michigan and Iowa squared off for the Big Ten title in 2021 

November 22: All eyes are set on the biggest games of the year in college football as Todd (@Todd_Blackledge) and Noah (@NoahEagle15) look at teams who have clinched spots in their conference championship games, as well as who is in position to fight for a conference title. After going around the country, the guys focus on the Big Ten that saw Iowa claim the Big Ten West, plus Wisconsin and Northwestern earning bowl eligibility. They then preview the Land Grant Trophy contest between Michigan State and Penn State and the long-awaited matchup between Ohio State and Michigan

(0:32) – Reactions to the injury to Florida State QB Jordan Travis

(4:22) – Strong play by the SEC’s top teams, wins for Washington and Oregon, Louisville earning a spot in the ACC title game, and if Texas can cause a stir in the College Football Playoff rankings

(24:13) – Big Ten roundup for Week 12: Michigan’s close win over Maryland, the latest on Drew Allar after Penn State’s victory against Rutgers, Iowa’s 15-13 win to earn the Big Ten West title, and a recap from Wisconsin’s OT win over Nebraska

(42:47) – Week 13 matchups in the Big Ten: Nebraska hosts Iowa on Friday, Michigan State and Penn State square off at Ford Field on Friday, and the battle between Ohio State and Michigan on Saturday

(54:33) – xfinity B1G connections: Describing the unique Land Grant Trophy that Michigan State and Penn State play for 

(57:23) – xfinity 10g network fan questions from Madison: questions from Wisconsin fans on who will win Paul Bunyan’s Axe and what Todd and Noah found different about their second visit to Camp Randall Stadium 

November 15: B1G Talk is back as Todd (@Todd_Blackledge) and Noah (@NoahEagle15) break down everything from around the nation, starting with Georgia and Alabama’s wins to set up their date for the SEC title in December. The guys break down the Big Ten which included a hectic weekend for Michigan that culminated with a win at Penn State, as well as strong play from Ohio State and Northwestern. They then look ahead to Week 12 across the conference, including a matchup between Nebraska and Wisconsin for the Freedom Trophy.

(2:57) – Takeaways from around the nation: Georgia and Alabama take control of the SEC, Florida State and Washington win close games to stay perfect, Drake Maye shines in UNC’s win over Duke

(21:52) – Reviewing Week 11 in the Big Ten: Michigan’s frenetic journey to a victory at Penn State, Ohio State and Iowa roll, several Big Ten West teams now at 5-5

(43:57) – Previewing Week Twelve matchups in the Big Ten: Michigan visits Maryland, Penn State hosts Rutgers, and a look at what teams can earn bowl eligibility in the Big Ten West

(48:06) – Nebraska vs. Wisconsin: How each team can become bowl eligible and the trophy at stake on Saturday

(54:20) – xfinity 10g network fan questions from Columbus: questions from Ohio State fans and Olympic gold medalist Hunter Armstrong about the gameday atmosphere

November 8: Week Ten of college football saw the top-five teams remain undefeated, including Ohio State and Michigan. Todd (@Todd_Blackledge) and Noah (@NoahEagle15) offer the latest on the state of the conference and the wider college football picture. The guys then look at pairings for Week Eleven, where Michigan and Penn State face off in a heavyweight bout, Iowa looks to hold the lead in the Big Ten West, and a faceoff for bowl eligibility between Maryland and Nebraska.

(0:23) – Takeaways from around the nation: Bedlam in the Big 12, Alabama takes down LSU, and Alex Grinch out at USC after its loss to Washington

(22:10) – Big Ten lookback for Week Ten: Rutgers showing growth in its loss to Ohio State, Michigan’s victory over Purdue and Penn State’s dismantlement of Maryland

(31:22) – The state of the Big Ten West: Iowa’s win over Northwestern gives the Hawkeyes sole possession of the division after losses by Nebraska, Wisconsin, and Minnesota

(34:39) – Previewing Week Eleven matchups in the Big Ten: Michigan’s test versus Penn State and Rutgers traveling to Iowa

(40:08) – Maryland and Nebraska’s upcoming bout, and Michigan State visits Ohio State

(47:00) – xfinity B1G connections: the return of college basketball and a big weekend ahead for Noah in Columbus 

(48:53) – xfinity 10g network fan questions from Ann Arbor: Michigan fans weigh on in the Wolverines’ remaining schedule and College Football Playoff chances

November 1: The college football landscape continues to evolve each week, especially in the Big Ten. Todd (@Todd_Blackledge) and Noah (@NoahEagle15) look at what happened last week in the Big Ten, with the top teams separating themselves in the East while the West looks at a tie at the top of the standings. The duo also previews what’s in store for Week Ten, including a rematch of last year’s Big Ten Championship between Purdue and Michigan.

(0:41) – Takeaways from around the nation: Louisville shuts out Duke, Kansas upsets Oklahoma, and the latest in the Pac-12 and SEC

(11:49) – Week Nine roundup in the Big Ten: Ohio State defeats Wisconsin, Penn State’s close win over Indiana and Northwestern improves to .500 

(22:05) – The latest news on Iowa OC Brian Ferentz, and a preview of Iowa vs. Northwestern at Wrigley Field

(25:51) – Looking at Purdue vs. Michigan, as well as other Big Ten conference matchups

(37:03) – xfinity B1G connections: Assessing Purdue vs. Michigan, a rematch of last year’s Big Ten Championship game and which returning players are looking to make an impact 

(39:49) – xfinity 10g network fan questions from Madison: Todd and Noah’s takeaways from Madison and who could win the Big Ten West

October 25: A top-10 battle between Penn State and Ohio State saw the Buckeyes come out on top, while Iowa’s loss to Minnesota opened the door for Wisconsin in the Big Ten West. Todd (@Todd_Blackledge) and Noah (@NoahEagle15) break down the contests across the Big Ten as well as the top teams from around the country as top teams continue to separate themselves from the field. The guys look at what’s in store for Week Nine, including Ohio State at Wisconsin and the latest developments at Michigan.

(4:20) – Utah’s last-second win over USC, Big 12 teams avoiding upsets, Virginia’s stunning win over UNC

(19:18) – Ohio State tops Penn State: how important was the Buckeyes’ victory?

(24:11) – Controversy in the late moments of Minnesota-Iowa, and recaps from around the Big Ten

(31:53) – Wisconsin hosts Ohio State in Week Nine: Can the Badgers compete with OSU at Camp Randall?

(41:19) – The latest on the news surrounding Michigan

(44:10) – xfinity B1G connections: How Wisconsin head coach Luke Fickell’s playing and coaching days at Ohio State led him to Madison

October 18: After Washington tops Oregon in a top-10 bout and Notre Dame takes down USC, Todd (@Todd_Blackledge) and Noah (@NoahEagle15) discuss where the Pac-12 is at and who is making moves out west. They review the latest around the country and in the Big Ten, where the top teams continue to cruise. The pairing dives into another top-10 matchup this week, this time in the Big Ten East with Penn State at Ohio State on Saturday, as well as an in-state rivalry between Michigan and Michigan State on Saturday night.

(1:00) – Takeaways from a wild weekend in the Pac-12: Oregon tops Washington, USC and Colorado both suffer losses

(9:40) – Storylines from the ACC and SEC: Who can challenge Florida State, and the impact of Georgia losing Brock Bowers to injury

(17:15) – Reviewing the Big Ten from Week Seven: Top teams win out, impact victories for Illinois and Rutgers

(26:40) – Iowa improves to 6-1 with a win at Wisconsin, and their chances of a win vs Minnesota on Saturday

(32:07) – What to expect as #7 Penn State visits #3 Ohio State

(37:10) - #2 Michigan at Michigan State: will the rivalry make this game more level?

(41:14) – xfinity B1G connections: Diagnosing the Michigan-Michigan rivalry and the Paul Bunyan trophy at stake

October 10: With college football nearing the halfway point in the season, Todd (@Todd_Blackledge) and Noah (@NoahEagle15) recap an eventful Week Six, where Oklahoma took down Texas, USC hung on against Arizona, and several in-conference matchups that took place in the Big Ten. The pair then preview matchups for Week Seven, which include Ohio State visiting a struggling Purdue, Illinois heading to Maryland, and another installation of a famed USC-Notre Dame game in South Bend.

(4:28) – A thrilling Red River Rivalry game, #9 USC survives, and a review of top teams around the country

(19:44) – Recapping Week Six around the Big Ten: #2 Michigan dominates, #4 Ohio State pulls away, Iowa outlasts Purdue

(29:48) – Big Ten Week Seven previews: Looking across the conference, including Ohio State-Purdue and Illinois-Maryland 

(39:28) – USC vs Notre Dame: Do major issues for each team overshadow the stacked matchup?

(44:43) – xfinity B1G connections: A look into the storied USC-Notre Dame rivalry

October 3: Todd (@Todd_Blackledge) and Noah (NoahEagle15) break down the questions facing several of the top-10 teams in college football after Georgia, USC and Notre Dame edged out victories in Week Five. They roll through a slew of blowouts in the Big Ten last week and look forward to Ohio State and Michigan’s conference matchups in Week Six, while also previewing Rutgers-Wisconsin and Purdue-Iowa.

(4:40) – #1 Georgia escapes Auburn with a win, #9 USC’s offensive prowess and defensive concerns, #10 Notre Dame’s late victory over Duke, high-scoring showdown between LSU and Ole Miss

(24:42) – Iowa steps up after Cade McNamara’s injury in 26-16 win over Michigan State, Ryan Walters defeats his former team in West Lafayette

(36:46) – Maryland’s showdown against Ohio State and Michigan’s primetime matchup at Minnesota, and previewing Rutgers-Wisconsin and Purdue-Iowa

(51:01) – xfinity B1G connections: Analyzing the significance of the Little Brown Jug trophy in the Michigan-Minnesota contest

October 1st: In this Golf Channel Podcast with Rex & Lav, the guys break down the final day at the Ryder Cup — why Europe won, the reasons U.S. lost, and the future of the event. 

September 27: After calling Ohio State’s 17-14 victory over Notre Dame on Saturday, Todd (@Todd_Blackledge) and Noah (@NoahEagle15) look back at the key moments in the second half that gave the Buckeyes the victory at the last second. They look out west at several contests in the Pac-12 and the impact QB play is having for ranked teams in the conference. The pair then reflect on Big Ten victories for Wisconsin, Penn State and Northwestern before previewing matchups across the Big Ten for week five.

(2:16) – Ohio State defeats Notre Dame: What went right for OSU on the game’s final drive, and how Notre Dame can rebound after its first loss of the season with another top-25 matchup ahead at Duke

(13:10) – College football week four roundup: Pac-12 surprises and Florida State hangs on

(24:19) – Wisconsin handles Purdue on Friday, Penn State dominates Iowa, Northwestern pulls out a victory over Minnesota

(34:20) – Purdue hosts Ryan Walters’ former squad and Iowa looks to bounce back against Michigan State

(45:10) – xfinity B1G connections: Illinois and Purdue’s shared rivalry through the Cannon trophy

September 20: Week three of the college football season has wrapped up, and Todd (@Todd_Blackledge) and Noah (@NoahEagle15) recap some close calls for the top teams in the nation, as well the highlight teams who made statements with landslide victories. All eyes are set on South Bend for Notre Dame’s matchup with Ohio State, and the guys discuss several key narratives for the game. They also break down several Big Ten openers, where Iowa takes on Penn State and Maryland faces off against Michigan State.

(3:45) – College football week three roundup: Florida State hangs on, Alabama’s QB struggles, and Colorado’s late-night victory over Colorado State

(18:05) – Purdue falls to Syracuse and Michigan State’s loss to Washington

(21:49) – Penn State tops Illinois, Rutgers improves to 3-0, and Big Ten recaps

(27:23) – Week 4 previews: Wisconsin hosts Purdue, Iowa travels to Penn State, Michigan State looks to recover at home vs. Maryland

(38:50) – Ohio State visits Notre Dame; what to expect differently from last year’s Buckeye win

(45:56) – xfinity B1G Connections: Marcus Freeman coaches against his alma mater and Notre Dame DL Javontae Jean-Baptiste playing against his former team