Washed Up Walkons

David is a former All American LB out of Georgia and was a staple of ESPN's College Gameday for many years, and he joins the show to help us look ahead to some of the biggest stories in CFB this year as well as give us his thoughts on the Hawkeyes. We discuss the intense rivalries in college football, particularly focusing on the Iowa-Iowa State rivalry. Pollock shares his experiences visiting fan bases across the country and his t...

Join Kevin and Tyler on this episode of the podcast brought to you by FanDuel, Big Grove Brewery, and Graze. They dive deep into how they viewed seasons in terms of 'successful or not' as players, and how they process that now as fans from the outside, and discuss the tiered difficulties of Iowa Hawkeyes’ upcoming season games. From analyzing the 2025 schedule and predictions to Kevin’s personal training insights, this episode cove...

Join us for a special episode featuring Cory Brada from 'From the Hawkeye of the Storm.' We dive deep into Iowa Football's Media Day, Kids Day scrimmage, and everything in between. Cory shares exclusive insights, discusses the latest on wide receiver depth, quarterbacks, running back concerns, and the intricacies of long snapping. Get a complete rundown on the state of the Hawkeye football team as we inch closer to the season. Plus...

In this episode of the podcast, Kluver goes solo as he welcomes special guest, former Iowa Asst Strength Coach for the walkons, Coach Joel Welsh. Coach Welsh grew up in the Bronx in New York City, and describes his childhood growing up going to Yankees games, his own background as an athlete, and what drove him into his profession today. The discussion spans a range of topics including the journey of growth from an Iowa alumnus, re...

In this episode of the podcast, Tyler and Kevin host the show without Grant and dive deep into the upcoming Iowa Hawkeye football season. They discuss the expectations for the season, significant matchups, and Kevin's insane workout regimen. They break down the top five most important games for Iowa's playoff hopes, why those games mean the most, how home field and timing play a role, and more. Tune in to hear their insights on why...

Mike Schulte joins us once again. He helps us produce an exciting episode with his background and roles in podcasting, music, and real estate. We dive into a casual yet engaging conversation covering everything from being dads of two kids to exploring a wide array of movies, including recent hits and nostalgic favorites. Mikey shares insights about his popular band, Pork Tornadoes, their live shows, and his podcast 'Confused Breakf...

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In this episode of the Washed Up Walkons Drake makes one of his occasional appearances and the guys talk about everything from dealing with energetic toddlers, hormone replacement therapy, and its effects, to discussions about TRT in athletic performance. They humorously explore personal health checks and hypothesize about athletes on performance enhancers across various sports. The conversation somehow bridges into dog-talk, bring...

Coach Justin Lima joins the show once again, this time to talk about the practices/tests/traditions/etc that need the most overhaul within the strength and conditioning industry. IWe highlight the most ineffective and unnecessary practices in the field. The discussion covers the inefficacy of certain conditioning drills, the importance of using sport-specific training metrics, and the archaic mindset of the 'tough guy' strength coa...

Brock was born in KC and moved to Iowa City at 6 years old. He grew up around the Hawks and has ascended to Director of Team Operations for the Kansas City Chiefs organization. The discussion covers Brock's path from being a football manager at the University of Iowa, his sports background, and how he navigated his way into a full-time role in NFL operations. The conversation delves into the critical role of managers, the complexit...

In this episode of the podcast, we dive into discussion about the latest NCAA rankings for the Hawks players, What it would be like to see KF at the Blackjack table, and we draft our Top 5 logos from the major sports. The conversation ranges from humorous personal anecdotes about field storming injuries to upcoming college football excitement. Featuring nostalgic memories, a shoutout to a retiring operations manager, and highlights...

In this episode we dive deep into a mix of current events and hypothetical scenarios. We open with a casual discussion about a quote from Trump and how it parallels frustrations in sports. We reflect on past Hawkeyes games, including memorable moments and lost opportunities. We also talk about being shouted out by George Kittle on the Bussin' with the Boys podcast and catch up on our recent communication with fans and shoutouts. Ot...

Quinn is from Cedar Rapids, IA and went to high school at CR Xavier. He just finished up an unprecedented 6 years inside the Iowa football program, 4 of which he saw significant time as he rose to starting at the Free Safety position. The group reminisces about their time in the Iowa football system, discussing everything from the recruitment process, memorable games, and coach influences, to the personal experiences that shaped Qu...

In this episode of the podcast, Drake returns for his 2nd episode in a row and gets a low grade education on Rev Share. They break down the recent $20.5 million NCAA rev share and its implications for schools like Iowa. The episode also features an engaging discussion on the best logos in major sports and college football, as well as a humorous takeaway from a viral tweet about Mark Gronowski. Additionally, Drake shares some storie...

In this episode of the podcast, the hosts celebrate the birth of Kluver's son and delve into Drake Kulick's latest MMA victory. The conversation includes a surprise appearance by Drake Kulick, fresh off a recent fight, where he shares details of the tough bout and his respect for his opponent. They discuss his grueling training regimen, handling nerves, and the challenges of amateur fighting. Additionally, Tyler talks about the bir...

In this solo episode, Kluver reflects on the journey of the Washed up Walkons podcast over 600 episodes. We dive into the intracices of running a remote show, acknowledge challenges with being a host, and express gratitude for the opportunities the show has provided. We talk about the Summer shift to a once-weekly release and touche on the podcast's evolution, the importance of consistency, passion, and the support of the audience....

Carl is from Detroit, Michigan. He attended Stevenson High School and joined the Hawks in the recruiting class of 2010. He spent 5 years in Iowa City, and is entering his 11th season in the NFL. Carl shares his experiences from his decade-long professional career, insights from his time at Iowa, and hilarious anecdotes from the locker room. Carl recounts moments from games, reflects on leadership, and discusses the challenges and s...

In this episode, Kevin, Grant, and Tyler dive into a relaxed and casual conversation covering a range of topics. Friendship pod in full swing we discuss bringing back the popular 'Top 5' series, and welcome any ideas from you guys the fans. We pose an airplan hypothetical and talk about the NFL offseason, particularly focusing on quarterback contracts and their implications for team dynamics. Finally, they revisit their recent draf...

IVO is from Plainfield, Illinois. He prepped at Oswego East High School before joining the Hawks in the 2017 recruiting class. In this episode Ivory Kelly-Martin takes a deep dive into his football journey. From his time at Iowa, through injuries, and onto his new position as a coach at Bemidji State, Ivory shares the highs and lows of his career. He discusses his experiences in the CFL, his philosophy on coaching, and his exciteme...