Swarmcast: An Iowa Hawkeyes podcast

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Instant Reaction: Kris Murray forgoes NBA opportunity, will return to Iowa in 2023 Jun 01, 2022

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Huge news in the Iowa basketball world as Kris Murray announced on Wednesday that he will return to the Hawkeyes next season. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze what Kris' return means to the team, Iowa's outlook in 2023, other top teams in the Big Ten and what's realistic to expect out of next year's squad.

Instant Reaction: Big Ten Returner of the Year Charlie Jones enters NCAA Transfer Portal May 25, 2022

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Some surprising news out of the Iowa football program on Wednesday as Big Ten Returner of the Year Charlie Jones has entered the NCAA Transfer Portal. Despite going through spring practice with the Hawkeyes and potentially having a bigger role with the offense in 2022, Jones believes that he can best utilize his opportunities elsewhere. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to discuss every factor following Jones' transfer, where he might go next and much more. The duo also touch on the news that 2022 DB signee Olando Trader will not be part of Iowa's class.

Storyline-riddled Iowa spring football caps off on Saturday Apr 21, 2022

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As fast as spring football started, it is coming to a close on Saturday when Iowa hosts its final practice of the season inside Kinnick Stadium. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to give fans an in-depth final glance at the storylines prior to the spring practice. What are some of the things they are looking for? How much can people truly read into one practice? Who are some of the players that they want to see step up? It's been a storyline-filled offseason for the Hawkeyes and Saturday should provide a solid glimpse on where the team is at heading into the summer.

Top Iowa Transfer target Fardaws Aimaq names final five, including Hawkeyes Apr 14, 2022

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Some major breaking news on Thursday when top Iowa transfer target Fardaws Aimaq dropped his final five schools. The highly-coveted center out of Utah Valley is down to Washington, Gonzaga, Iowa, Texas and Texas Tech. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to deliver the latest on Aimaq. What did Iowa say to him during the recruiting pitch? What are the Hawkeyes' chances? How would Aimaq impact next year's expectations and fit in Fran McCaffery's system. A loaded episode in what could be a huge addition to the 2023 Hawkeyes.

QB questions hang over Iowa heading into 2022 Apr 06, 2022

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It was a tale of two units for Iowa in 2021 as too often the Hawkeyes' dominant defense had to carry a less than average offense. Heading into 2022, pressure is on OC Brian Ferentz to move the offense forward and to finally get some stability at the game's most important position.

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Guest: David Eickholt

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Over-analyzing Iowa's spring practice that was open to the media Mar 30, 2022

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Iowa spring football is in full swing and the Hawkeyes allowed the media to sit in for about 35 minutes on Tuesday. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze what they saw out of Spencer Petras and the quarterbacks, running backs and give a rundown of every position group. There's a sense of confidence and calmness with the way the team was operating and seems more put together than the 2021 spring ball according to a couple of Hawkeyes. A loaded episode giving the latest.

BREAKING: Keegan Murray declares for 2022 NBA Draft, Joe Toussaint announces transfer Mar 30, 2022

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In a day that was supposed to be filled with Hawkeye football... Iowa basketball took the spotlight. Top-10 and potentially top-five pick Keegan Murray has officially declared for the 2022 NBA Draft. Thirty minutes later, point guard Joe Toussaint announced his intention to transfer away from the program. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock take a deep dive into those things and much more including: Kris Murray's decision, Filip Rebraca returning, what should Iowa do in the NCAA Transfer Portal. You don't want to miss this filled episode of the Swarmcast.

Iowa hires former Wisconsin QB Coach Jon Budmayr as offensive analyst Mar 25, 2022

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Spring football is in full swing for the Iowa Hawkeyes and there's a new member on the staff. Former Wisconsin quarterbacks coach and Colorado State offensive coordinator Jon Budmayr has been hired by Kirk Ferentz as an offensive analyst. How big of a deal is it? How much freedom will he have? HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock dive into that and a few other topics. Logan Jones is now at center and a pair of Hawkeyes depart from the program.

Iowa Spring Football is underway, what are the storylines you need to watch for? Mar 22, 2022

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With basketball season done, all Hawkeye fans shift their attention to spring football, which is one that isn't going to lack storylines. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to deliver their latest analysis on everything heading into spring football. The latest with the quarterback position, taking a deep dive into Iowa's offense, who replaces Dane Belton at the CASH and how will Iowa's defensive line look? Lots of exciting topics as it truly feels like the calendar has turned to a new year.

2022 NCAA Tournament Mega-Preview and Bracket Predictions: Parrish, Norlander reveal all their picks (Eye on College Basketball Podcast) Mar 16, 2022

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Download and follow Eye on College Basketball for the most comprehensive March Madness coverage including complete bracket breakdowns and nightly game recaps! You can find the Eye on College Basketball podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else podcasts are found.

Thursday is ALMOST. HERE. We're less than 24 hours out from the full field of 64 games starting. So, Gary and Matt have decided to spoil the entire tournament for you: The duo spends much of the episode breaking down the entire bracket, all the way to the championship game in New Orleans. PLUS: Norlander goes solo on the back end and takes listener questions galore on the bracket. Huge ep ahead.

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(03:03) - West Bracket Breakdown

(22:45) - Eastern Bracket Breakdown

(35:43) - South Bracket Breakdown

(47:46) - Midwest Bracket Breakdown

(01:00:41) - Norlander's NCAA Mailbag