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Chris Williams breaks down how The Athletic’s football payroll report could bring Iowa and Iowa State together in the push for state support, and why sports gambling revenue belongs in the conversation. Also, Chris explores what small businesses are missing about AI, and how to use it to do better work without sacrificing authenticity.  The common thread: You don’t have to love how things are changing. But you’d better adapt. CW Pod presented by Steeple Ridge Bourbon. Only on Iowa Everywhere, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iowa and Iowa State dominated Week 3, but the real tests are finally here as conference play begins. Murph & Andy break down the Hawkeyes’ 55-0 win over Northern Iowa and Iowa State’s 55-7 blowout of Bowling Green before massive matchups with Michigan and Utah. Keith Murphy and Andy Fales discuss Hank Brown’s perfect 12-for-12 performance, Iowa’s explosive rushing attack, and what the Hawkeyes face against No. 18 Michigan. Can Iowa force turnovers and pull off a huge road win in Ann Arbor? The guys also dive into Iowa State’s impressive rebuild under Jimmy Rogers, Aiden Flora’s historic performance, the Cyclones’ first-ever game with both a punt-return touchdown and kickoff-return touchdown, and the biggest question facing Iowa State heading into Utah: can Jaylen Raynor become more accurate? Plus, Murph & Andy debate whether Power Four teams should still schedule FCS opponents, discuss the growing talent gap caused by the transfer portal and NIL, react to Ole Miss beating Lane Kiffin and LSU, Brock Purdy’s incredible performance for the 49ers, the Vikings’ 2-0 start, and much more. Also: “Fourteen Days in Gainesville,” Iowa’s massive upcoming three-game stretch, the latest Iowa weather and rain totals, Who Won the Weekend, Throwdowns, and MORE! Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iowa and Iowa State dominated Week 3, and now the real test begins with Big Ten and Big 12 play on the horizon. Chris Williams and Chris Hassel break down Iowa’s destruction of Northern Iowa and Iowa State’s blowout of Bowling Green before looking ahead to two massive conference openers: Iowa at Michigan and Utah at Iowa State. The guys revisit their preseason predictions and adjust their projected records for both teams. They discuss whether Iowa can navigate its schedule and reach 10 wins, why Michigan remains such a difficult matchup, and why Washington looks increasingly winnable for the Hawkeyes. For Iowa State, the conversation centers on Jaylen Raynor and whether the Cyclones can win enough games if the passing game doesn't improve. Chris and Chris debate Raynor’s accuracy, Connor Moberly’s potential, Jimmy Rogers’ comments, and what the quarterback situation could look like against Utah and throughout Big 12 play. Plus, the guys discuss Iowa State’s attendance concerns, the impact of NIL and the transfer portal on programs like Northern Iowa, the changing gap between Group of Five and power-conference teams, West Virginia’s huge win over Virginia, Colorado’s shocking loss to Northwestern, Ole Miss beating Lane Kiffin, and more from a wild Week 3. Then they update their Iowa and Iowa State season predictions and look at what the next few weeks could mean for both teams. Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Big 12 play is approaching, and the conference is already starting to separate into contenders, question marks, and teams in serious trouble. Jake Brend and Derek Duke break down the weekend of Big 12 football, starting with Texas Tech’s 28-26 thriller over Houston and what the win means for the Red Raiders, Will Hammond, and their Big 12 championship hopes. The guys also dive into West Virginia’s stunning upset of Virginia, Michael Hawkins Jr.’s five-touchdown performance, Cam Cook’s huge day, and whether the Mountaineers are a legitimate Big 12 sleeper heading into conference play. Plus, Colorado gets embarrassed by Northwestern, Cincinnati survives a massive scare against Miami (Ohio), Kansas State moves to 3-0, BYU rolls on the road, UCF loses another quarterback, and Arizona State beats Kansas in an ugly game in London as the Kansas offense continues to struggle. Iowa State’s 55-7 demolition of Bowling Green gets plenty of attention, including Aiden Flora’s incredible 296 all-purpose yards and the Cyclones making history with a punt return touchdown and kickoff return touchdown in the same game. Plus, Jake and Derek unveil their latest Big 12 power rankings and make their Week 4 picks for Baylor-Colorado, TCU-UCF, Utah-Iowa State, Arizona-Washington State, Kansas State-Cincinnati, and Oklahoma State-West Virginia. Bigger Than 12 presented by WealthCharter Retirement + Tax. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iowa dominated Northern Iowa 42-0 by halftime, and Chris Hassel and Andrew Downs break down the Hawkeyes’ statement performance before Big Ten play begins. The guys discuss Hank Brown’s perfect 12-for-12 first half, two touchdown passes and why the quarterback competition with Jeremy Hecklinski might be officially over. They also break down Iowa’s explosive rushing attack, Xavier Williams’ huge first half, Tony Diaz, the offensive line, and an offense that has looked dramatically different under Tim Lester. Plus, Hassel and Downs examine Iowa’s injury situation, Evan James emerging as the punt returner, special teams progress, and what Iowa needs to carry into a massive three-game stretch against Michigan, Ohio State, and Washington. The guys also look ahead to Michigan, name their Players of the Game, as Iowa enters Big Ten play 3-0 with its quarterback, defense, and special teams all trending in the right direction. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices