Locked On Hawkeyes - Daily Podcast On Iowa Hawkeyes Football & Basketball

Iowa Hawkeyes face a seismic shift as Special Teams Coordinator Lavar Woods departs for Michigan State—how will Kirk Ferentz’s program respond? The shake-up raises questions about succession planning and staff stability, with key insight into why Woods made the move and which internal names might step up to fill his role.

Trent Condon and Tom Kakert examine the ripple effects across Iowa’s football roster, including quarterback prio...

Michigan faces a critical coaching crossroads as Kaylin DeBoer and Kenny Dillingham emerge as frontrunners for the Wolverines’ head football coach position. Can Michigan lure DeBoer away from Alabama and shake up the Big Ten power dynamics? Conference rivals weigh in, speculating on the impact of either hire and the potential fallout if both candidates turn down the offer.

Heisman buzz dominates with Fernando Mendoza’s clutch quarte...

Iowa Hawkeyes’ quarterback battle heats up as questions swirl around the future starter. Are Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski the answer, or will Iowa turn to the transfer portal for fresh talent? Trent Condon and Todd Brommelkamp tackle the Hawkeyes’ offensive identity, the unexpected backup shakeup, and the team’s approach to building quarterback depth in a new era of college football.

The show also spotlights the looming ReliaQue...

Iowa Hawkeyes face a pivotal offseason at wide receiver—can they land true difference-makers through the transfer portal, or will offensive struggles linger into 2026? Trent Condon scrutinizes the Hawkeyes’ pass-catching woes, the challenges in attracting elite talent to Iowa City, and the pressure on roster management to finally elevate the receiving corps and overall offensive production. With key departures like Kaden Wetjen and...

Iowa Hawkeyes’ offensive line sets the foundation for a major 2026 resurgence. Can Kirk Ferentz’s depth and development restore Iowa’s dominance in the trenches?

Trent Condon explores key departures like Logan Jones, Bo Stevens, and Jennings Dunker, spotlighting returning standouts Trevor Lauk and Kade Pieper as leaders of a promising unit. With rising talents such as Layton Jones and Lucas Allgaier, plus a strong incoming freshman ...

Iowa Hawkeyes let a 13-point lead slip away in a gritty 66-62 loss to No. 4 Iowa State, raising questions about their ability to finish big games under Ben McCollum. Can the Hawkeyes turn close battles into signature wins this season?\n\n[Trent Condon] breaks down critical moments, including Bennett Stirtz’s struggles, Tavion Banks’ standout performance, and the team’s tough defensive identity. [David Eickholt] joins to assess Iowa...

Iowa Hawkeyes face pressing decisions as the transfer portal opens and Cy-Hawk basketball rivalry heats up. What must Kirk Ferentz address to keep Iowa Football competitive amid portal departures and rising NIL stakes? Trent Condon and Todd Brommelkamp break down the roster's biggest needs, question whether a new quarterback is essential, and debate if a game-changing defensive lineman is priority one. They also consider the offens...

CyHawk rivalry heats up on the hardwood as Iowa State faces Iowa in back-to-back men’s and women’s basketball showdowns at Hilton Coliseum. Will Audi Crooks and Addy Brown power the Cyclones past Iowa’s revamped lineup, or can Ava Heiden and Hannah Stuelke spark a Hawkeye upset? Trent Condon and Nick Marovets break down betting lines, key matchups, and how changing rosters impact the top-10 women’s clash and men’s battle for state ...

Iowa Hawkeyes face a pivotal offseason as the transfer portal looms, with the offense searching for game-changing talent at wide receiver and depth at quarterback. Can Jeremy Hecklinski or Hank Brown step up as the starting QB, or will Iowa target a new signal-caller? Insights on recruiting, potential running back departures like Jaziun Patterson, and the O-line’s solid foundation spark debate about where Iowa should focus its port...

Hawkeyes gear up for a high-octane ReliaQuest Bowl showdown as Diego Pavia and Vanderbilt bring one of college football’s top offenses to Tampa. Can Iowa’s defense contain dynamic playmakers like Eli Stowers and overcome roster uncertainty amid swirling opt-out news? Trent Condon analyzes bowl season drama, College Football Playoff controversy, and what shifting postseason structures could mean for Iowa’s future title hopes.

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Penn State's chaotic coaching search hits new lows—can the Nittany Lions recover before recruiting collapses? Ohio State and Indiana prepare to clash for the Big Ten Championship as rivals question who truly deserves the conference crown.
The crew recaps Rivalry Week, spotlighting Ohio State’s dominant win over Michigan and Indiana’s underrated offense. Hot takes on wide receiver matchups, high-pressure playoff stakes, and memorable...

Iowa Hawkeyes cap off the 2025 football season with an 8-4 record, sparking debate: was this campaign a disappointment or a quiet success? Trent Condon and Todd Brommelkamp tackle the season’s highs and lows, grading the performance of Mark Gronowski at quarterback and dissecting the impact of Kamari Moulton’s consistent ground game. The conversation spotlights the defense’s struggles against the run and questions whether Iowa’s st...

Iowa Hawkeyes secure a top-25 football recruiting class, but face a harsh reality check on the basketball court after a blowout loss to Michigan State. Is the new era under Ben McCollum ready for the Big Ten's relentless physicality, or do major adjustments lie ahead?

Trent Condon spotlights standout football recruits like Train Bessinger and Carson Nielsen, outlining potential early-impact players in Iowa’s promising class. Shiftin...

Iowa Hawkeyes prepare to shock Michigan State as Ben McCollum’s squad aims to ignite a new era. Can key playmakers like Bennett Stirtz and Cooper Koch rise to the challenge and overcome Sparty’s rugged defense in tonight’s pivotal matchup at the Breslin Center?

Trent Condon, joined by David Eickholt of 247Sports, breaks down Iowa’s upset blueprint, highlighting offensive strategies, defensive adjustments, and under-the-radar contrib...

Iowa Hawkeyes wrestling’s 21-year dominance over Iowa State comes to a crushing end, as fans question whether a leadership change is needed at the helm. Trent Condon dissects the Hawkeyes’ disappointing wrestling duel, assessing top performers like Drake Ayala and Patrick Kennedy, the growing threats from Penn State, Nebraska, and Oklahoma State, and whether this once-dynastic program can reclaim its national title aspirations. Who...

Iowa Hawkeyes dominate Nebraska with a 40-16 victory, crushing the Cornhuskers for a seventh straight time in Lincoln. Can Kirk Ferentz’s squad carry this momentum to bowl season and maintain their historic winning consistency?

Trent Condon breaks down Iowa’s decisive win, spotlighting standout performances from Mark Gronowski, DJ Vonnahme, Kamari Moulton, and rising stars in the defensive backfield like Rashad Godfrey and Jacob Wal...

Big Ten playoff chaos looms as Michigan, Ohio State, Oregon, and Washington battle for a potential four-team bid. Which powerhouse will emerge, and could the Big Ten really send a record number of squads to the College Football Playoff?
Spencer McLaughlin leads the debate with Roman Tomashoff, Jacob Goins, Chris Gordy, and Craig Shemon breaking down CFP scenarios, playoff committee rankings, and must-watch rivalry games—including th...