Swarmcast: An Iowa Hawkeyes podcast

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Four-star quarterback Marco Lainez is a Hawkeye Dec 14, 2021

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The Iowa Hawkeyes have landed a big splash in the 2023 recruiting class as four-star quarterback Marco Lainez has committed to the program. The 6-foot-2 220-pound dual-threat quarterback becomes the third member of the 2023 class and now sets the foundation for what Kirk Ferentz and company are trying to build in the class. David Eickholt gives his insight on Iowa's newest commit, what it means for the class and how Iowa will approach things going forward.

Instant Reaction: Iowa running back Tyler Goodson opts out of bowl, declares for 2022 NFL Draft Dec 10, 2021

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Iowa running back Tyler Goodson has elected to opt out of the Citrus Bowl against Kentucky and declare for the 2022 NFL Draft. The junior running back was a former all-Big Ten first team back and was a third team running back in the 2021 season. Where do the Hawkeyes go for the bowl game? HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock give their instant reaction to the news. They also discuss what the future at the position looks like and what each player brings to the table.

Instant Reaction: Five-star safety Xavier Nwankpa commits to Iowa Dec 08, 2021

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The Iowa Hawkeyes have landed one of their highest-rated recruits in program history in five-star safety Xavier Nwankpa. The Southeast Polk high school product chose the Hawkeyes over Notre Dame and Ohio State at the end of the day. In addition to all the coverage provided at HawkeyeInsider, David Eickholt quickly recorded a podcast to discuss what it means for Iowa, his skill-set, what effect it could have recruiting and much more.

Can Iowa win its first outright Big Ten Title since 1985? Dec 03, 2021

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Somehow, some way, Iowa has found itself in the Big Ten Title following a 10-2 record in the regular season. Kirk Ferentz and his Hawkeyes will take on the Michigan Wolverines for the Big Ten Championship. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze every aspect of the matchup. Where does Iowa have the advantage? Can Iowa contain Michigan's monster defensive line? We also give our final predictions. Following the extensive football talk-- we dive into the latest surrounding Iowa basketball and talk about their upcoming stretch.

Instant Reaction: Hawkeyes are headed to Big Ten Title Nov 28, 2021

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The Iowa Hawkeyes are headed to Indianapolis for a shot at a Big Ten Title. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze how it all came about, who will be the starting quarterback on Saturday and our impressions of Michigan's impressive win against Ohio State. Let's dive into the details and get ready for the biggest game since 2015.

Will Iowa make it seven straight against Nebraska? Initial thoughts on an exciting Hawkeye hoops squad Nov 23, 2021

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David Eickholt and Sean Bock are back to talk about a variety of Hawkeye topics. Iowa wins its eighth straight game against the Illinois Fightin Illini. Is Alex Padilla the new starting quarterback? What can we expect out of this year's Nebraska team? We dive into all of that. The duo also take the time to analyze what they have seen through the first few games of the Hawkeye hoops season. Keegan Murray has lived up to any expectations that people set for him, Jordan Bohannon and Joe Toussaint's chemistry in the backcourt and young players stepping up. What's the ceiling for this team? Let's dive into it.

Taking an in-depth look inside the problems with Iowa's offense Nov 01, 2021

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After Iowa's second straight loss, fans are demanding answers about what's going on with the Hawkeyes offense. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock answer your questions and discuss some of the top storylines surrounding the Hawkeye football program. Is it strictly a quarterback problem? What's going on with Iowa's offensive line? Does Iowa need to make some personnel changes? With four games left-- there's plenty of time to make corrections, but are the needed changes possible while the season is going on?

Battle for the Big Ten West crown? Iowa prepares for gut-check test against Wisconsin Oct 29, 2021

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The Iowa Hawkeyes are heading up to Madison for what's going to be one of the most physical games in all of college football. The Badgers and the Hawkeyes are the two likely frontrunners for the Big Ten West crown and Saturday's game will give one team a significant advantage heading into the final stretch. Badger247 reporter Michael Hogan joins the Swarmcast to give a complete breakdown of the Badgers. David Eickholt and Sean Bock also talk about the big picture and give their final predictions.

Rapid Reaction: HawkeyeInsider analyzes 24-7 loss to Purdue Oct 17, 2021

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The Iowa Hawkeyes lose their first game off the year at the hands of David Bell and the Purdue Boilermakers. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock analyze what went wrong, how David Bell continues to do what he does against Phil Parker's defense, discuss where the offense needs to go from here and their questions heading into a crucial Iowa bye week.

David Eickholt & Kennington Lloyd Smith answer Iowa fans' questions live on Twitter Oct 08, 2021

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HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt's Twitter Space continues on following the hour spent with HawkeyePodcast's Jon Miller. David opens it up to the public to hop on the call to ask him some questions. About eight minutes in, HawkCentral's Kennington Lloyd Smith III hops in on the conversation and stays to help preview Iowa's big showdown against Penn State. The duo answer questions about Iowa's wildcat, what a win would mean for the Hawkeyes' program going forward and everything else!

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