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Galen Clavio is joined by Taylor Lehman for the final deep-dive preview of the Big Ten Championship Game between #2 Indiana and #1 Ohio State.They break down why this matchup is unprecedented, what’s changed since last year’s IU–OSU meeting, how Fernando Mendoza and Indiana’s upgraded roster stack up against the Buckeyes, and the advanced-stat matchups that will decide a historic Saturday night in Indianapolis.Presented by Homefield Apparel (Indy pop-ups all weekend) and Posh Hotel Bloomington.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for wall-to-wall title-game coverage.

Galen Clavio is joined by Big Red Carpet host Rhett Lewis for a full preview of the Big Ten Championship Game between #2 Indiana and #1 Ohio State.They discuss the historic stakes, the emotional build-up, Indiana’s growth from last season, the coaching brilliance of Curt Cignetti’s staff, and why this matchup feels different from anything IU fans have ever experienced.Rhett and Galen break down the key factors that will decide the game — stopping Ohio State’s run, how Indiana’s offense can unlock the RPO, defensive adjustments on both sides, crowd and atmosphere impact, and why both teams will empty the playbook on Saturday night.Presented by Homefield Apparel (pop-up events all over Indy this weekend) and Posh Hotel Bloomington.

Championship Week has arrived, and Scott and James are backon CrimsonCASH to dissect the upcoming games and share their best bets for theBig Ten Championship! The hosts kicked off the season with a bang, going 14 and4 on their Big Ten regular season over/under predictions. Now, they're ready toplace some more bets for championship week.The guys dive into the Big Ten Championship matchup andshare their betting angles for the Indiana Hoosiers vs. Ohio State Buckeyesgame. James currently has the IU team total over 20 and a half, a thresholdthat, if reached, would be the first time a team has scored more than 17 pointsagainst the Buckeyes all year. Scott admits his "fan heart takesover" his "gambling heart" and says he will bet Indiana moneyline or Indiana to cover a spread. The hosts recommend that those wanting totake IU plus points should wait until the first quarter for a potentiallybetter live line.They also discuss:Why the winner of the Big Ten Championship is likely to winthe Heisman Trophy. Scott suggests hedging a Fernando Mendoza (Indiana) betwith Julian Sayin (Ohio State) to win the Heisman at plus 180The odds for Indiana players to score an anytime touchdown,with Fernando Mendoza offering the best value at over 3 to 1 for a rushingtouchdown.Scott's prediction that the crowd split will favor Indiana60/40, though James thinks there will be more Ohio State fans.The observation that Lucas Oil Stadium's turf is "notthe fastest" and "kind of slippery".A shoutout to their "Who's Your Hot Streak"winner, Keegan, who sent in a photo of Mad Mushroom cheesesticks topped withbacon from the Purdue tailgate.Shoutouts to other CrimsonCASH listeners, like Winky Dink16and Cav Nasty 54, who won money on their preseason over/unders.Don't miss the betting insights on this historic season anddetails on the CrimsonCASH meet and greet in Indy!Before you listen, make sure to check out Posh Hotel inBloomington and Homefield Apparel (use code HOME23 to save 15% on your firstpurchase)!

It's Big Ten Title Game Week, and this is NOT a drill!Connor Onion from the Big Ten Network is back on CrimsonCast to discuss Indiana football's unbelievable 12-0 season and their Big Ten Championship matchup against Ohio State. The guys are still pinching themselves, talking about howthe Hoosiers have been "extraordinary" on defense holding opponentsto 10 points or under in seven games this year. They also dive into:The electric atmosphere in Bloomington that now features QRcodes for football season ticket waiting lists at Assembly Hall.The national perception of Coach Cignetti including the"widespread admiration" and "envy" from other Big Tencoaching staffs.The Heisman race between Indiana's Fernando Mendoza and OhioState's Julian Sayin, with the Big Ten Championship essentially acting as thedeciding game.The prediction for the crowd split at Lucas Oil Stadiumbetween IU and OSU fans.The ultimate dream scenario for the Big Ten in the CollegeFootball Playoff (and how three Big Ten teams could get a bye!).Don't miss the insights on this historic season, agame-by-game breakdown of the Big Ten title matchup, and a golden retrievercomparison for the IU basketball team! Before you listen, make sure to check out Posh Hotel inBloomington for a luxurious stay and Homefield Apparel (use code HOME23 to save15% on your first purchase—but skip the Ohio State stuff!)!

Galen Clavio welcomes Dane Sanzenbacher of 97.1 The Fan in Columbus for a full deep-dive into Saturday’s Big Ten Championship Game between #2 Indiana and #1 Ohio State.They look back at last year’s matchup, break down how both teams evolved into undefeated juggernauts, examine the coaching continuity and talent development on both sides, and talk through the spectacle surrounding this unprecedented showdown in Lucas Oil Stadium.They discuss quarterback play (Mendoza vs Sayin), defensive identities, why both teams needed this measuring-stick game, and how the playoff and Heisman implications add even more weight to a historic night in the Big Ten.Presented by Homefield Apparel (use code HOMEFIELD30) and Posh Hotel Bloomington.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for championship-week coverage from Indianapolis.

Galen Clavio is joined by Stefan Krajisnik of Cleveland.com and Buckeye Talk for a deep-dive preview of the Big Ten Championship Game between #1 Ohio State and #2 Indiana. The two look back at last year’s matchup, analyze how both programs have evolved, break down the key positional battles, and discuss the spectacle and stakes of this unprecedented showdown in Indianapolis.They also evaluate trench play, the chess match between Fernando Mendoza and the Ohio State defense, and how crowd composition, venue, and playoff implications could shape the night inside Lucas Oil Stadium.Presented by Homefield Apparel (use code HOMEFIELD30) and Posh Hotel Bloomington.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for wall-to-wall championship week coverage.

Galen Clavio and Scott Caulfield break down Indiana’s historic 12–0 regular season after obliterating Purdue in West Lafayette. The Hoosiers dominate the Old Oaken Bucket again, unleash a devastating rushing attack, and lock in a spot in the Big Ten Championship Game.The guys analyze IU’s complete performance, the rise of one of the nation’s best defenses, and what the Hoosiers’ undefeated run means for the College Football Playoff. They also dive into Fernando Mendoza’s Heisman campaign, likely Big Ten title opponents, and how the CFP bracket could shake out.Presented by Homefield Apparel — Big Ten Champ merch just dropped.🏨 Sponsored by Posh Hotel Bloomington, luxury stays on Kirkwood.🔗 Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more IU football coverage.

Scott and James are back for Week 14 of CrimsonCASH, and they've got a full plate of Big Ten rivalries to gobble up before Thanksgiving!This week, the hosts are thankful for a few things:Their successful futures bets, especially the wins on UCLA under 5.5, Michigan State under 5.5, and Northwestern over 3.5 wins, with the potential for the Purdue under to hit if IU wins!The fact that they almost had all their songs for the season but now have to move on to public domain songs and movie clips for the offseason—the "corn song" is to blame!The fact that they'll do one more episode for Championship Week and then move on to playoff talks.The upcoming IU vs. Purdue game, where James will be in attendance in West Lafayette with his dad and son—three generations of Turner men!They are also stuffing in picks for Penn State at Rutgers (a playoff game for one of them!) Maryland at Michigan State Northwestern at Illinois UCLA at USC Iowa at Nebraska Ohio State at Michigan (a 10-point spread, oh my!) Oregon at Washington and Wisconsin at Minnesota for the Paul Bunyan's Axe trophy!Plus, they give a final "Hoosier Hot Streak?" bet for the season, a major update on the Mendoza Heisman bet (including the cash-out value!) and Keegan's Slice of the Pie pick, which will be the Ohio State vs. Michigan game!Don't miss a minute of this gravy-boat of an episode! Check out Homefield Apparel with promo code HOME23 and Posh on Kirkwood for a great place to stay.1

Galen Clavio welcomes former IU wideout Mitchell Paige back to CrimsonCast to break down the Old Oaken Bucket showdown between Indiana and Purdue. The two dive deep into IU’s undefeated run, the culture Curt Cignetti has built, the future of the program, and why this matchup means so much to players, alumni, and fans.Then Galen turns to the numbers — using advanced statistics courtesy of Taylor Lehman and Bite Sized Bison to preview Friday’s rivalry game, explain where IU holds key advantages, and outline what to watch for as the Hoosiers chase a 12–0 regular season.Presented by Homefield Apparel — use code HOMEFIELD30 for 30% off during the Black Friday sale.🏨 Sponsored by Posh Hotel Bloomington, luxury stays on Kirkwood Avenue.🔗 Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more IU sports coverage.

Galen Clavio and Scott Caulfield dive into Indiana basketball’s 86–69 win over Kansas State — a dominant performance that has IU off to a 6–0 start. The guys discuss what’s clicking for the Hoosiers, how Darian DeVries has quickly restored energy to the program, and what this team’s ceiling could be heading into Big Ten play.They break down the key statistical trends behind IU’s fast start, the players driving the turnaround, and why this version of Hoosier basketball already feels different. Plus: officiating frustrations, the upcoming Louisville and Kentucky matchups, and why the IU-Kentucky-Louisville-Purdue rivalry era might finally be back.Presented by Homefield Apparel — use code HOMEFIELD30 for 30% off during the Black Friday sale.🏨 Sponsored by Posh Hotel Bloomington, luxury accommodations on Kirkwood Avenue.🔗 Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more IU sports coverage.

Galen Clavio and Taylor Lehman from Bite Sized Bison dive deep into Indiana’s bye week — looking back on the Hoosiers’ undefeated run, the players who’ve stepped up in 2025, and how IU’s recruiting success is shaping the future of the program.They discuss Fernando Mendoza’s Heisman-caliber season, the emergence of new offensive and defensive stars, and the analytics behind Indiana’s dominance. Plus: how the Hoosiers have built a national recruiting profile and why it’s sustainable.Presented by Homefield Apparel — use code HOMEFIELD30 for 30% off during the Black Friday sale.🏨 Sponsored by The Posh Hotel Bloomington — luxury stays on Kirkwood Avenue.🔗 Subscribe to the Back Home Network on YouTube for more IU football coverage.

Galen Clavio and Scott Caulfield recap Indiana’s 31–7 win over Wisconsin — capping an undefeated home slate and moving the Hoosiers to 11–0 for the first time in program history. They discuss IU’s methodical dominance, Fernando Mendoza’s Heisman-caliber efficiency, and what the win means for Indiana’s College Football Playoff position.The guys also dive into the national picture — breaking down Alabama’s loss, the latest CFP chaos, and how Indiana stacks up against Ohio State, Georgia, and Texas A&M heading into rivalry week.Presented by Homefield Apparel — use code HOME23 for 15% off your first order.🏨 Sponsored by Posh Hotel Bloomington, luxury accommodations on Kirkwood Avenue.🔗 Subscribe to the Back Home Network on YouTube for more IU sports coverage.

A special live episode of CrimsonCast from Homefield at Tracks in Bloomington. Galen is joined by The Hoosier Network's Ian Plaskoff to discuss Indiana's final regular season home game against Wisconsin, and also talk some IU men's basketball after their hot offensive start to the season.

Scott and James are back for Week 12 of Crimson Cash, where they navigate a world without song-for-team music beds thanks to a little thing called "copyright infringement." Apparently, a meme corn song was just too good (or too protected) for Spotify and YouTube. Now, they're on the hunt for royalty-free music—or maybe just some AI slop or animal noises—to save the day.Join them as they dive into the Big 10 slate, discuss the implications of USC being in the Big 10 title hunt against Indiana, and—most importantly—celebrate Indiana being a HUGE favorite against Wisconsin. James also throws down an epic, yet terrifying, "Hooiser Hot Streak" bet: IU to win by shutout at +300 odds. Plus, Keegan keeps his Slice of the Pie streak alive with some classic cheesesticks! Get ready for a quiet show... or maybe some really loud animals!

Scott and Galen went live immediately after the Indiana - Penn State game to talk about the Hoosiers' improbable last-minute comeback win against the Nittany Lions. It was Indiana's first-ever win at Penn State, and the final drive and final catch will go down in history as among the greatest and most memorable in the annals of Indiana football. We talk about the struggles Indiana had in this game, the grit they showed in overcoming those struggles, and how the Hoosiers did it.

On this episode of CrimsonCast, Galen previews Indiana football's trip to take on the Penn State Nittany Lions in State College, PA this weekend. We take a look at the advanced stats for this game, courtesy of Bite-Sized Bison, and examine the offensive and defensive matchups for both teams. We also look back at what's happened with Penn State's season so far, and evaluate the ways that Indiana put themselves in the best position for a win.CrimsonCast is brought to you by Homefield Apparel - use the code HOME23 and get 15% of your first order.CrimsonCast is also brought to you by Posh on Kirkwood, the finest in luxury accommodations in Bloomington. Visit PoshHotelBloomington.com to book your next Bloomington getaway!

This week, Scott's son makes an almost-interrupting cameo, reminding everyone that while Scott has an "On Air" light, his family "does not take this as seriously" (01:36). The conversation covers the usual Big Ten and national lines, with talk of Ohio State rolling over Purdue (11:21) and Washington covering against Wisconsin (08:05). The Hoosiers are headed to Penn State as 14.5-point favorites (15:20), which leads to a discussion of Scott's incredible preseason bet on the game (14:14-14:44).They break down the "Hoosier Hot Streak" parlay (19:04) and what games are up for the "Keegan's Slice of the Pie" pizza money poll (21:51). Plus, you'll hear about Scott's incredible Halloween night involving Fireball shots (25:01) and James' trick-or-treat strategy involving a jump scare, a hockey mask (23:33), and a little girl who took a can of sardines... for her cat (24:27-24:29).Tune in for the takes, stay for the jokes!Sponsored by Homefield Apparel and The Posh Hotel Bloomington (01:48-02:25).

Galen Clavio and Scott Caulfield are back with a deep dive into the 2025-26 Indiana men’s basketball season — breaking down the complete reset under new head coach Darian DeVries, the program’s shifting culture, and why this roster feels unlike any IU team in recent memory.We look at how Indiana got here, what could make this rebuild different, and which players (like Tucker DeVries and Lamar Wilkerson) will define the new era of Hoosier basketball.🎧 Presented by Homefield Apparel and The Posh Hotel Bloomington.Subscribe for more Indiana football and basketball coverage from CrimsonCast — part of the Back Home Network.

Galen Clavio and Scott Caulfield recap Indiana’s 55–10 domination of Maryland — another statement road win for the undefeated Hoosiers. They break down Fernando Mendoza’s steady leadership, the Hoosiers’ record-setting rushing attack, and a defense that continues to overwhelm opponents week after week.The guys also look at Indiana’s playoff chances, the national perception of the Hoosiers, and preview next week’s trip to Penn State — a chance to clinch a path to the Big Ten title game.Presented by Homefield Apparel — use code HOME23 for 15% off your first order.🏨 Sponsored by Posh Hotel Bloomington, the premier place to stay on Kirkwood Avenue.

Galen Clavio breaks down Indiana’s road matchup at Maryland — using advanced stats and insights from Bite Sized Bison to explain what the Hoosiers need to do to stay unbeaten.Galen analyzes where the Terrapins are most dangerous, how Indiana’s top-ranked defense matches up against Maryland’s struggling offense, and what to expect from Fernando Mendoza, Roman Hemby, and the IU attack in College Park.