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Legends & Listeners
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Award-winning sports writers Chad Leistikow (Des Moines Register) and Scott Dochterman (The Athletic) are bonafide experts on the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Big Ten Conference. If you want the inside scoop on the happenings in Iowa City and the entire Big Ten, you won’t find a better spot than Legends and Listeners.
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Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to Iowa’s win over Nebraska and what it means for the Hawkeyes down the stretch on this episode of Legends & Listeners on Iowa Everywhere.
The guys also discuss Iowa women’s basketball navigating a short rotation and how it could impact postseason seeding, along with Iowa football losing running backs coach Omar Young to the Las Vegas Raiders. Plus, a preview of the upcoming NFL Combine with nine Hawkeyes set to participate.
Also:
• Iowa WBB’s path for the postseason
• Controversial court storm
• Coaching staff movement for Iowa football
• Hawkeyes to watch at the NFL Combine
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Scott Dochterman is joined by Iowa football GM and Chief of Staff Tyler Barnes for an in-depth look at the Hawkeyes’ transfer portal approach and roster construction heading into 2026.
Barnes discusses Iowa’s low portal attrition, adding FCS All-Americans, rebuilding key positions, replacing major special teams contributors, and managing scholarships in the NIL era. Plus, insight into recruiting philosophy, development under Kirk Ferentz, and what to expect from the Hawkeyes this spring.
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Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman recap the latest from Iowa Hawkeyes basketball on this episode of Legends & Listeners.
The discussion focuses on Iowa men’s basketball going 2-0 on its West Coast trip and what the wins mean for the Hawkeyes, along with Iowa women’s basketball dropping its first two games without Taylor McCabe and how the team adjusts going forward.
Plus, some Hawkeye Football news to wrap up.
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Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to the Big Ten schedule release. How does the Hawkeye schedule stack up? Both the Iowa men's and women's basketball teams have found their winning ways. Gronowski wins an MVP and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health.
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Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman discuss Indiana winning its first National Championship - has the Big Ten surpassed the SEC? End of season poll nonsense, transfer portal updates, Hawkeye Hoops, and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health!
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Chad Leisktow and Scott Dochterman react to Iowa's loss to No. 5 Purdue that continues the Hawks' losing streak. Is there a reason to panic? Looking ahead to the CFP National Championship, portal news, and more courtesy of GameDay Men's Health.
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Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman put a bow on the 2025 Iowa Football season following its win over Vanderbilt. Has the Big Ten set itself above the SEC? Discussing the transfer portal, Hawkeye Hoops, and more courtesy of GameDay Men's Health.
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Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman close 2025 with the best moments of the year from Legends & Listeners, courtesy of Mi-T-M.
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Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman get into just how elite Iowa's offensive line was during the 2025 season. What does Tim Lester have to say about the offense ahead of the ReliaQuest Bowl? Getting into the Vanderbilt matchup, Michigan's new head coach, and more, courtesy of GameDay Men's Health.
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Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman give their thoughts on how special Iowa's run of having a consensus All-American is as Logan Jones extends the streak. What are the best Big Ten bowl games? Diego Pavia's Heisman reaction. All this and more presented by GameDay Men's Health.
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Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to Matt Campbell taking the Penn State gig before diving into the Hawkeyes' ReliaQuest Bowl bid. Can the Big Ten run the CFP? Previewing Cy-Hawk basketball and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health.
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Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman put a bow on Iowa's regular season. Why was it a success? The coaching carousel is as crazy as ever. The CFP situation with the Big Ten. Signing day for future Hawks. Iowa Hoops had its first test and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health.
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Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to Bennett Stirtz leading the Hawkeyes over Ole Miss before previewing Iowa's match-up against Nebraska on Friday. How big is this game for both schools? Going through Big Ten Title game scenarios and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health.
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Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman quickly react to Iowa's loss at USC and why the last play encapsulates the season. Where could the Hawkeyes play their bowl game? Previewing Michigan State and more, courtesy of GameDay Men's Health.
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Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman quickly relive Iowa's loss to Oregon. Was it enough to earn the CFP committee's respect in the rankings? The Hawkeyes head west to take on USC. Doc breaks down what's happening in the Big Ten and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health.
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Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to opening night at Carver-Hawkeye Arena for the new look Iowa Basketball team under Ben McCollum before taking a deep dive into the Iowa-Oregon game at Kinnick Stadium this weekend. What's the blueprint to an upset? All this and more presented by GameDay Men's Health.
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Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman briefly recap Iowa's shellacking of Minnesota that saw Kaden Wetjen's tear continue. Where does he rank in Hawkeye history as a return man? Debating why Iowa should possibly be ranked, looking around the Big Ten, and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health.
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Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman look back at Iowa's win over Penn State. How big of a win was it, really? Discussing why Floyd of Rosedale is the best trophy before taking a look at Minnesota and the Big Ten Slate. Presented by GameDay Men's Health.
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Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman take a deep dive into the Penn State opening and how it could shuffle college football. Is Matt Rhule on the move? Breaking down the Iowa-Penn State matchup and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health.
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Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman discuss the latest on Iowa QB Mark Gronowski. Will he play against Wisconsin? Diving into the Hawkeyes' matchup with the Badgers and more. Presented by GameDay Men's Health.
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