Hosts JR and Zack start with lively banter and viewer shoutouts before previewing Big Ten Week 3's lower-tier games. They predict a massive Indiana win over Indiana State (infinity-0 per Zack), focusing on defensive line growth. For New Mexico at UCLA, they debate a close contest (JR: 38-21 UCLA; Zack: 31-30 UCLA) amid mental hangovers. Central Michigan at Michigan gets a rebound nod (JR: lower-scoring; Zack: 45-7 Michigan). Nebraska vs Houston Christian is seen as dominant (both predict blowouts). Towson at Maryland highlights QB Taulia Tagovailoa's brother (blowout expected). Villanova at Penn State focuses on depth building (easy win). Norfolk State at Rutgers emphasizes run game (Rutgers rolls). Youngstown St at Michigan State stresses improvements post-loss (Spartans win big). Western Michigan at Illinois targets run game fixes (Illinois 42-10/38-9). UMass at Iowa notes injuries but predicts Hawkeyes dominance (JR: 41-0; Zack: 34-6). Episode closes with SEC upset picks: Zack on Arkansas over Ole Miss due to underrated talent; JR on Vanderbilt over South Carolina, citing QB Diego Pavia and doubts on the Gamecocks.

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The Big Ten Huddle is a podcast dedicated to providing honest, humorous, and insightful analysis of Big Ten football and basketball. With a focus on challenging the national bias, especially against the SEC, hosts JR and Zack offer unfiltered discussions that engage fans of all Big Ten teams. Though critical at times, they always aim to defend the conference and give credit where it’s due, bringing humor and deep analysis together for a unique listening experience.

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