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This week on CrimsonCASH, we’re back with Week Two picks after going 12–6 against the spread last weekend. We recap the highs and lows — from crushing Texas money line bets to early action on Indiana spreads — and share what we’re eyeing next. Plus, don’t miss Keegan’s Slice of the Pie bet of the week, spotlighting the Oklahoma–Michigan showdown, where the Sooners enter as 5.5-point favorites. Get ready for another weekend of value plays, bold calls, and college football betting fun.

Scott & Galen break down Indiana’s 27–14 Week 1 win over Old Dominion. We dig into why the run game (309 yards on 57 carries) set the tone, what the 41:28 time of possession says about control, and where red-zone execution must sharpen. We also hit the two explosive QB keepers that produced ODU’s scores, Mendoza’s timing with receivers, WR/TE usage, and defensive standouts.HighlightsRun-game dominance (57 for 309, 5.4 ypc)Defense: two big breakdowns, otherwise solidRed-zone & play-design tweaks to unlock more pointsPass game: near-miss explosives and what’s fixableGameday vibes: Hoosier the Bison, towels, the new chant, intro videoNext up: Kennesaw State (noon, Saturday).Presented by Homefield Apparel — use code HOME23 for 15% off your first order.If you enjoy CrimsonCast, follow and rate the show on Spotify. Share the episode with a fellow Hoosier and tell us your Week 2 predictions!Join us at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater on Friday September 5 at 7 PM! Tickets on sale now

CrimsonCASH is back, and so are the bets! 🎙️ Hosts Scott and James run through a full slate of Big Ten bets, including Penn State’s massive spread and why they like Tulane to cover in Week One. The guys also bring back the fan-favorite Hoosier Hot Streak 🔥 and debut a brand-new weekly feature: Keegan’s Slice of the Action 🍕. College football betting season is officially here!

Galen Clavio and Scott deliver their annual game-by-game IU Football predictions for 2025—then IU Senior Associate AD Jeremy Gray joins to detail the new Memorial Stadium gameday experience.HighlightsWin–loss picks from Old Dominion → Purdue, swing games, and bowl oddsWhy Week 1 vs. Old Dominion is a tone-setterSchedule stress points: Iowa, Oregon, Penn State; Illinois already sold outUpgrades: new field turf, East Side Club + loge boxes, revamped videoboard show from Green & Crimson StudiosTowels on every seat, Hoosier the Bison debut, lots opening at 8:00 AM, and improved concessions flowGuests: Jeremy Gray (IU Athletics)Hosts: Galen Clavio & Scott (CrimsonCast | Back Home Network)If you enjoy the show, follow and rate on Spotify—it helps more Hoosier fans find us. Share with a friend and tag us with your season predictions.Join us live at 7 PM on 9/5 at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater in Bloomington!

Former IU WR Mitchell Paige and veteran reporter Olivia Ray join CrimsonCast for a smart, insider look at Indiana Football 2025—from roster identity and leadership under Curt Cignetti to Week 1 vs. Old Dominion, position battles, and what it’ll take to keep momentum rolling this fall.HighlightsWhat defines IU’s identity right now—and why it matters in tight gamesQB outlook, WR roles (slot impact), RB versatility, and depth in the trenchesSecondary/pass-rush keys on defenseWhy the Old Dominion opener is a real tone-setterBreakout candidates and realistic benchmarks for successGuests: Mitchell Paige, Olivia RayHost: Galen Clavio | CrimsonCast (Back Home Network)If you enjoy the show, follow and rate on Spotify—it really helps other Hoosiers find us. Share with a friend and tag us with your takeaways.🎟️ CrimsonCast Live: Friday, Sept 5 — Buskirk-Chumley Theatre (Bloomington). Doors 6:30, show 7:00. Join us for a live pod, Q&A, and special guests.

Here’s a Spotify-optimized episode description:Indiana football’s 2025 outlook—by the numbers. Galen Clavio is joined by Taylor Lehman of Bite Sized Bison to run through IU’s Over/Unders and what they reveal about the Hoosiers’ ceiling in Year 2 under Curt Cignetti. We dig into TE usage and target share, Fernando Mendoza’s rushing value, Roman Hemby’s workload, pass-rush/TFL upside, red-zone fixes, OL protection, and the hidden points in special teams.What you’ll hear:How personnel + scheme shift IU’s offensive identityWhere the front seven can create real havocThe red-zone path from “almost” to “automatic”Follow CrimsonCast for smart, fan-friendly IU football talk every week, and check out Bite Sized Bison for deeper analytics. If you enjoy the show, tap ★★★★★ and share with a fellow Hoosier.Live show: Catch CrimsonCast at the Buskirk-Chumley in Bloomington on Sept 5 at 7 PM.

Join us as we welcome Connor Onion back to the show! We dive deep into Indiana University football, previewing the Big Ten season, and discussing the excitement around quarterback Fernando Mendoza. We explore the impact of his health on the playbook and the team's potential for contention this year. Plus, we get Connor's take on Coach Curt Cignetti's media presence, the debate over non-conference scheduling, and the evolving landscape of college football, including the Big Ten's strategic moves and the future of the College Football Playoff. Don't miss our predictions for Indiana's pivotal matchups and a fun chat about the return of the Hoosiers' mascot!

Hall-of-fame columnist Rick Bozich joins Galen for a wide-ranging conversation: Rick’s career highlights and storytelling approach, the culture change under Curt Cignetti in IU football, and how Darren DeVries is reshaping IU basketball’s identity.What you’ll hearRick’s path in sports media, memorable IU stories, and how access has changedIU football: culture, national perception, and what sustainable success looks likeGame-day vibes at Memorial Stadium and why they matterIU basketball under DeVries: roster build, style of play, portal/NIL, recruiting energyFan expectations: cutting through noise and enjoying the rideIf you’re enjoying CrimsonCast, follow on Spotify and rate the show—helps more Hoosiers find us.Get your 🎫 Tickets to ⁠CrimsonCast Live on Kirkwood, coming up on Friday September 5! ⁠25% of your ticket cost goes to sustain the Buskirk-Chumley Theater, a non-profit center for the performing arts.

CrimsonCASH is back for a new season! In this preview, Scott and James dive deep into their Big Ten football season predictions, going team by team through over/under win totals. They discuss:Wisconsin's "brutal" schedule: Are they headed for an under?USC and Washington's Big Ten transition: Can the Trojans exceed expectations?UCLA's tough road ahead: Why James is betting the under.Rutgers and Purdue's realistic win totals: Can Purdue avoid a 2-10 season?Penn State's "fraud" status: Will they finally beat a top-tier team?Oregon's "gift from the gods" schedule: Are they headed for an undefeated season?Ohio State's rookie QB and Big Ten dominance: Will they overcome the Michigan hurdle?Northwestern and Minnesota's surprising outlooks: Which team is set to exceed expectations?Michigan State's "worst hand" in scheduling: Why the under looks good.Michigan's soft Big Ten schedule: How far can they go with a freshman QB?Maryland and Iowa's quarterback questions: Can they get to bowl eligibility?Indiana's high hopes: Could they truly go 10-2, and what does that mean for a Heisman candidacy?Plus, they announce the return of the "Hoosier Hot Streak" betting challenge and introduce "Keegan's Pizza Money" for weekly bets!

Indiana head coach Todd Yeagley joins CrimsonCast to preview the 2025 season: replacing seven starters, where the goals come from, why restarts/aerial play could be a new edge, and the ongoing goalkeeper competition heading into the season opener vs. Clemson at Bill Armstrong Stadium. Yeagley also digs into scheduling philosophy, roster building in the portal/NIL era, and IU’s enduring pipeline to MLS.What you’ll hear:How IU is integrating a large incoming group and fast-tracking chemistrySet pieces, aerial presence, and creating chances in the final thirdThe GK race and how matchups may shape selectionsPosition battles, depth, and early takeaways from preseason actionWhy IU schedules heavyweight opponents early—and what it teachesCulture > transactions: maintaining standards in the portal eraIU → MLS development and pro pathwaysIf you enjoy the episode, follow CrimsonCast on Spotify or Apple, rate the show, and share with a fellow Hoosier.Get your 🎫 Tickets to CrimsonCast Live on Kirkwood, coming up on Friday September 5! 25% of your ticket cost goes to sustain the Buskirk-Chumley Theater, a non-profit center for the performing arts.

Galen and Scott continue the deep dive into youth sports—from early specialization and travel-ball economics to how the U.S. pipeline differs from European academies. We talk burnout, coaching quality, access and cost, and why changes in college athletics (NIL, revenue sharing, transfer portal) could reshape Olympic and non-revenue sports development.What we coverWhy the U.S. ties schooling to sports—and what that leaves outPay-to-play travel teams, access, cost, and burnoutCoaching quality & licensure vs. the AAU incentive to just win nowThe Norway model (fun-first, late selection) and overuse injuriesFootball as a closed system vs. global sports (soccer, basketball)How looming college changes threaten the Olympic pipelineGet your 🎫 Tickets to CrimsonCast Live on Kirkwood, coming up on Friday September 5! Link: Buy Tickets Here 25% of your ticket cost goes to sustain the Buskirk-Chumley Theater, a non-profit center for the performing arts. #CrimsonCast #IndianaHoosiers #IUFootball #IUBasketball #Bloomington #BuskirkChumley #LivePodcast #HoosierNation

Galen and Scott are taking the show to the stage at the Buskirk–Chumley Theater on Friday, September 5 at 7:00 PM ET. Join us for a one-night event packed with IU football talk, season outlooks, and audience Q&A—all with that classic CrimsonCast energy.Event details• When: Fri 9/5, 7:00 PM ET• Where: Buskirk–Chumley Theater, Bloomington, IN• What: Live CrimsonCast conversation + audience Q&A, IU season storylines, surprises🎟️ TicketsHave a question you want us to answer on stage? Drop it in the comments or DM us.If you enjoy the show, follow CrimsonCast on Spotify and share this episode with a fellow Hoosier.#CrimsonCast #IndianaHoosiers #IUFootball #IUBasketball #BloomingtonIN #BuskirkChumley #LivePodcast

Join Galen and Scott as they dive into the latest Indiana football rankings with the release of the Coaches Poll. After years of under-the-radar status, the Hoosiers are sitting pretty at 19th in the poll to start the season, and the guys have a lot to say about how Indiana stacks up. How will this ranking impact the team’s confidence, and what does it mean for their schedule against top-tier opponents like Oregon and Penn State? They also touch on preseason expectations, the wild fluctuations in rankings, and what this all means for Indiana's playoff chances.Plus, Scott shares some insider insights on the future of Memorial Stadium with possible upgrades to fan experience, including luxury boxes and event spaces.

Scott has returned from his vacation, so it's time to get cracking by answering more CrimsonCast listener questions about this year's Indiana football team. On this episode, we discuss our travel plans for IU football road games, how the running back room is shaping up and who will get the lion's share of the carries, who will start at slot receiver, and whether the shift in personnel attributes will lead to a different utilization of the tight end position.

Today’s episode focuses entirely on your questions related to IU Football. We had a bunch of questions in this batch about Indiana’s schedule this year, their place in college football and the overall discourse, and how Cignetti’s comments at Big Ten Media Days have resonated across the college football landscape. We also discuss what record Indiana needs to maintain recruiting momentum and whether IU’s schedule this year provides more opportunities to prove itself on the national stage.

As the pre-football summer starts to wind to a close, we wanted to take some time to tackle a few topics that might be of interest to you folks. Today's episode is the first of a multi-part podcast about the youth sports scene in the United States and elsewhere. We start off by discussing the backstory of why the United States has the (largely) education-based sports development model that it has, while Europe and elsewhere utilize different approaches. We discuss the early days of organized sports, the introduction of certain team-based sports into the educational environment, and how the methods and motivations for training and developing athletes have directly affected things over the years.

Happy Fourth of July! With not a lot going on in the sports world, we decided to tackle a lingering problem in sports media --- namely, why does ESPN seem like it's so out of touch these days? CrimsonCast contributor Greg Gottfried and the doctor sit down for an extended conversation about the recent criticisms of ESPN, the disconnect between the network and the fans, and the changing culture surrounding sports media. Yes, this is a long episode, and that's on purpose. Throw this one on while you're mowing the lawn or smoking a brisket.

Taylor Lehman of Bite Sized Bison joins the show once again, as we talk about the recruiting successes of the spring and summer for Indiana football, Curt Cignetti, and his staff. We discuss the large haul of recruits for the Hoosiers this spring and summer and how that compares to the program's recent history, the reasons for the changes, the strategy the staff may be taking with their recruiting, and how the unique aspects of the roster will impact what IU does moving forward. We also discuss a couple of the recent recruits and what their fit looks like in Bloomington.

IU men's basketball secured their first commitment of the 2026 class, pulling in 4-star guard Prince-Alexander Moody. GC is joined by Bob Moats and Mike Wiemuth from X's and Joe's to scout the newest Hoosier, discuss his future fit within the program, and talk about Indiana's renewed recruiting efforts in the DMV.

Scott and GC talk through an absolute gut punch of a loss for the Indiana Pacers in Game 7 of the NBA Finals. We discuss the impact of Haliburton's achilles tear, the difficulty in processing the injury in real-time, where this loss lands in the ranking of "worst losses ever" that the two of us have experienced as fans, and the implications of the injury on the Pacers franchise moving forward. We also discuss whether the Pacers may actually be the most cursed franchise in the NBA at this point.