The Midwest College Football Cavalcade with John Dooley

Jason and John talk about the canceled series between USC and Notre Dame, Oregon's rout of JMU, and some of their great Christmas traditions.We also preview bowl games from Northwestern, Minnesota, Penn State, Illinois, and USC!

This week Jason and I talk about Oregon getting back on their feet. A big comeback win for Old Troy. Plus, we go through some late-season Big Ten stats! As always, a fun review of this week in 1975 and 2000, too.Chapters00:00 Introduction to College Football Excitement02:59 Thanksgiving Weekend Sports Extravaganza05:46 Coaching Changes and Their Impact08:47 The Evolving Landscape of College Football11:59 Quarterback Analysis and Media Critique15:06 Big Ten Performance and Rivalry Dynamics17:58 Game Recaps and Team Performances21:00 Conference Championships and Their Relevance32:40 Conference Championship Dynamics35:15 Ohio State's Performance and Strategy39:32 Indiana's Progress and Challenges43:02 USC vs Iowa: A Rainy Comeback45:44 Penn State's Victory and Michigan State's Troubles48:59 Purdue's Struggles and Coaching Issues51:41 Notre Dame's Winning Streak and Heisman Talk54:17 Statistical Insights and Trends01:03:11 Historical Reflections on College Football (1975 and 2000)01:15:53 This Week's Games and Predictions01:21:51 Analyzing Team Performances and Strategies01:30:04 Looking Ahead: Rivalry Games and Trophies

What a week! Notre Dame gets a big win over USC with their ground game, UCLA stays hot, Michigan gives Washington a dose of reality...plus, can Indiana keep this up?Also, where did the Floyd of Rosedale come from?Chapters00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates05:00 Reviewing Last Week's Games11:49 Offensive Strategies and Quarterback Development17:48 Northwestern's Surprising Performance23:57 Oregon's Dominance and Playoff Discussions29:53 Nebraska's Struggles and Coaching Distractions35:51 Notre Dame vs. USC41:53 Wisconsin's Challenges and Future Outlook43:11 Wisconsin's Coaching Dilemma46:50 Indiana's Rise and Mendoza Performance49:01 Iowa's Resilience and Penn State's Struggles52:33 UCLA's Turnaround and Maryland's October Woes54:42 Big Ten Offensive and Defensive Stats57:29 Historical Reflections on Big Ten Football: 1975/200001:03:22 Upcoming Big Ten Matchups and Rivalries

This week we review the big firing at Penn State; James Franklin is gone. Indiana continues to roll. Did Northwestern wake up? Can UCLA keep the tide going? Is Wisconsin the next team to fire a coach? What about the big Notre Dame/USC matchup? It's all comin up!

UCLA stuns Penn State, Bucks dominate again, and a comeback for Washington!Chiles struggles in Lincoln, Michigan wears down Wisconsin, and Altmyer is near perfect in West Lafayette. This week we preview Indiana visiting Oregon, and Illinois welcoming Ohio State and MORE!Chapters00:00 Introduction to Big Ten Football Review03:09 Modern Football Frustrations06:07 Overtime Formats and Their Impact09:08 Uniform Changes and Tradition11:53 Game Reviews: Michigan vs. Wisconsin14:59 Game Analysis: Maryland vs. Washington21:58 Nebraska vs. Michigan State Breakdown31:53 Notre Dame's Resurgence34:28 UCLA's Upset Over Penn State40:33 Purdue's Grit and Illinois' Potential44:28 Ohio State's Dominance47:19 Nostalgic Reflections on Big Ten History52:24 Previewing Upcoming Games01:03:24 The Illabuck Trophy and Rivalries01:05:55 Northwestern vs. Penn State Preview01:06:31 James Franklin's Job Security01:08:00 UCLA vs. Michigan State Analysis01:10:54 Oregon vs. Indiana Showdown01:12:54 Coaching Strategies in Key Matchups01:15:43 Nebraska vs. Maryland Outlook01:18:46 Iowa vs. Wisconsin Preview01:22:50 Michigan vs. USC: A Classic Matchup01:25:42 Purdue vs. Minnesota Expectations01:27:03 Notre Dame vs. NC State Preview

Jason and I talk about 'Life After Football', and the challenges that come with it. We go over some solid games between USC and Illinois; along with the big showdown between Penn State and Oregon.We'll also take a look at next week's games in the Big Ten and with Notre Dame!TIME SLOTS BELOW!Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Cavalcade Podcast06:17 Life After Football: The Transition17:21 The Struggles of Identity Post-Career25:22 Maintaining Connections and Camaraderie27:45 The Importance of Sports in Life32:37 Previewing Upcoming Games: Illinois vs. Purdue35:21 Analyzing USC's Performance and Challenges37:17 Clock Management and Coaching Decisions in College Football39:39 Purdue's Resilience and Illinois' Trap Game41:07 Northwestern's Homecoming and Game Preview48:13 Wisconsin vs. Michigan56:22 Penn State vs. UCLA: Expectations and Fan Dynamics01:04:12 Oregon's Growth and Toughness01:05:42 Upcoming Challenges for Oregon01:07:01 Washington's Struggles Against Ohio State01:09:43 Offensive Coordination and Third Down Conversions01:11:08 Maryland's Test Against Washington01:12:02 Travel Challenges for College Teams01:13:56 Michigan State vs. Nebraska: A Defining Matchup01:16:52 Minnesota's Challenge Against Ohio State01:21:50 Notre Dame's Dominance vs Arkansas01:27:03 Parity in College Football: A New Era01:28:54 Previewing the Upcoming Big Ten Slate (Week 7)

Big Ten play begins with some fun matchups in Week 3, and we look forward to a fuller slate in Week 4! DeShaun Foster gone at UCLA, Wisconsin’s trek to Alabama, and an Illinois/Indiana !Also, what’s up with Notre Dame at 0-2?Chapters00:00 Introduction to College Football Week 3 and 402:39 Jason's Experience at Alabama vs Wisconsin05:49 Comparing College Football Atmospheres: SEC vs Big Ten08:57 The Impact of Early Kickoff Times on Game Day Experience11:52 Evolution of Player Support: Nutrition and Academics14:39 Coaching Changes and Their Implications for UCLA17:54 Reviewing Week 3 Games: UCLA, Penn State, and Minnesota20:56 Previewing Big Ten Matchups: Iowa vs Rutgers23:45 Purdue vs Notre Dame: A Historic Rivalry26:42 Illinois vs Indiana: A Crucial Big Ten Showdown29:32 Wisconsin vs Maryland: Must-Win for the Badgers32:38 Michigan vs Nebraska: A Test for Both Programs35:33 Washington vs Washington State: The Apple Cup38:31 Michigan State vs USC: Late Night Showdown41:33 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Big Ten Matchups

In this episode, John Dooley and Jason Jowers discuss the upcoming Big Ten football season, focusing on key matchups, coaching accountability, and the importance of media relations. They share personal anecdotes about their morning routines and delve into the cultural aspects of college football, including the significance of player availability to the media. The hosts preview several games, including Texas vs. Ohio State, and reflect on the impact of FCS teams in the broader college football landscape. Technical difficulties add a humorous touch to the conversation, while the hosts emphasize the excitement of the upcoming season and the importance of strong performances from teams.21:15 Ohio U vs Rutgers25:15 Would You Rather: Open against a power? Or play an FCS team?27:35 Buffalo at Minnesota29:30 Stealth Fighters from PJ Fleck hijack our podcast30:10 Nebraska at Cincinnati31:40 Miami (OH) at Wisconsin33:30 Jason Jowers' Badger Thoughts36:40 Western Illinois at Illinois39:50 Western Michigan at Michigan State41:10 Northwestern at Tulane44:20 Missouri State at USC (Dooley's Rant About Missouri State moving up to the FBS)47:07 Texas at Ohio State47:20 We Love Big Afternoon Games? JJ and Dooley discuss55:57 Florida Atlantic at Maryland57:00 Ball State at Purdue58:28 Notre Dame at Miami1:04:05 Old Dominion at Miami (Ye Olde Dominion)1:06:27 Nevada at Penn State1:08:20 Montana State at Oregon1:12:28 Albany at Iowa1:13:05 New Mexico at Michigan1:15:50 Utah at UCLA1:19:30 Colorado State at Washington

In this episode, John Dooley and Jason Jowers discuss the upcoming 2025 Big Ten football season, analyzing each team's strengths, weaknesses, and potential for success. They delve into the impact of the transfer portal, the significance of preseason rankings, and the challenges faced by various programs. The conversation covers key teams like Penn State, Ohio State, Oregon, Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, USC, Nebraska, Iowa, Minnesota, Washington, Wisconsin, Rutgers, Michigan State, UCLA, and Northwestern, providing insights into their prospects for the season. The hosts also make predictions for the conference standings and identify sleeper teams that could exceed expectations.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the 2025 Big Ten Season03:03 The Impact of the Transfer Portal on Team Dynamics05:55 Analyzing Preseason Rankings and Expectations09:04 Penn State's Potential for Success12:02 Ohio State's Challenges and Opportunities14:50 Oregon's Rising Status in the Big Ten17:46 Michigan's Uncertainty and Transition20:53 Comparing Illinois and Indiana's Prospects28:40 Indiana and Illinois: A Season of Potential30:47 USC: The Enigmatic Powerhouse33:49 Nebraska: A Legacy in Limbo38:30 Iowa: Consistency Amidst Change43:47 Minnesota: The Boat's Uncertain Journey48:04 Washington: A Comeback Year?51:41 Wisconsin: A Make or Break Season57:57 Rutgers: The Quiet Contender58:26 Rutgers and Michigan State: A Competitive Landscape01:01:31 UCLA's Uncertain Future in the Big Ten01:06:50 Northwestern: Rebuilding and Future Prospects01:11:54 Maryland's Struggles and the Challenge Ahead01:15:31 Purdue's Road to Recovery01:23:51 Big Ten Predictions: Champions and Sleepers

We review last week’s madness (including the big game), and briefly talk about changes with Michigan State and Indiana.

We talk about a hard-fought Iowa-Illinois game along with a scare from Michigan! Also FCS playoff preview with the MAC Title coming soon. Also, The Big Game this week as Ohio State takes on Michigan!

Look at yourself! You watched Illinois throw for 500 yards! You watched Michigan definitely not suspiciously run the ball 32 times! And you saw Luke Fickell blame himself…but not! Big Ten football next!

Illinois gets a big win in Minnesota and Ohio State survives a rough first half in Piscataway.

Indiana ALMOST does it, Wisconsin’s injuries start to catch up with them, and who is spying who and WHERE! Next!

Penn State not ready for prime-time, Michigan runs into Spygate II, and will we fall in love with Rutgers again? Plus, how did Illinois blow that game?

Ohio State and Michigan continue to charge! Caleb Williams finds his kryptonite in South Bend! Is Illinois not…bad? And how big was that Rutgers win? And did Wisconsin/Iowa blind you?

Michigan and Ohio State continue to soar! Notre Dame looks confused for a third straight week! And Iowa’s defense rises to the occasion again

Ryan Walters gets his revenge over Illinois. Michigan flexes against Nebraska. Plus, Changes at Indiana. And Iowa is good?

Ohio State escapes South Bend! We also talk about the disaster that is the Chicago Bears briefly. What about that stunning Northwestern comeback? Harbaugh is back! I was wrong about Kyle McCord! Penn State is good! And so much more!

We review Week 3 in the Big Ten and talk about a HUGE Week 4 in college football!