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DEPTH CHART LIVE REACTION: HawkeyeInsider's Immediate Breakdown | SwarmCast

Aug 31, 2026 · 46m

Eliot Clough and David Eickholt share their thoughts from Iowa's first depth chart of 2026.The quarterback question remains after an 'OR" listing. What does it mean? How are the snaps going to be allocated? The boys take a deep dive into some of the other notable changes on both sides of the ball, give their takes a...

MAILBAG: HawkeyeInsider Answers YOUR Iowa Football 2026 Questions

Aug 28, 2026 · 57m

Eliot Clough and David Eickholt answer questions from X, our VIPs and the YouTube chat.The new college football calendar, Kirk Ferentz's Wednesday press conference and answer your questions about this year's team. They go in-depth on Iowa's running back room, talk about the special team concerns, defensive tackle an...

SEASON PREVIEW: Breaking Down EVERY Game on Iowa's 2026 Schedule

Aug 25, 2026 · 1h 15m

Eliot Clough, Sean Bock and David Eickholt sit down to preview every single one of Iowa's games this fall. From Northern Illinois, to Ohio State, to Nebraska, HawkeyeInsider shares season record predictions, how Kirk Ferentz and Iowa can reach the CFP, their best bet to win one of Michigan/Ohio State/Washington and ...

RECRUITING: In-State NATIONALLY-RANKED 2028 Prospects and TOP Targets for the Hawkeyes | SwarmCast

Aug 19, 2026 · 37m

Eliot Clough and Sean Bock of HawkeyeInsider share their thoughts on Iowa's chances to land some of the top in-state prospects in the state's class of 2028. Carter Barrett and Jevyn Severson are top-150 recruits that have garnered national attention, the same can be said of Declan Heying and Isaiah Grant, while Jayd...

It's OVER? Jeremy Hecklinski Takes MAJOR Leap in Iowa QB Battle

Aug 15, 2026 · 1h 02m

David Eickholt and Eliot Clough sit down to discuss Iowa's Kids' Day open practice in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday. Jeremy Hecklinski far out-plays Hank Brown in the battle for QB1, we get more of a look at center/right guard, Evan James stands out as a stud transfer receiver, the defensive line shows some encouragin...

Iowa Football Media Day + OPEN PRACTICE: What We WANT to Know, What YOU Should Watch For

Aug 11, 2026 · 38m

Eliot Clough and David Eickholt share the main things they're watching for at Iowa Football's Media Day on Friday, plus Kids' Day open practice on Saturday. Non-obvious players we want to talk to (Tradon Bessinger, Cael Winter, Jacob Wallace), the difference between the spring open practice and Saturday for quarterb...

BIG Iowa Football Takeaways at B1G Media Days (Tony Diaz Hype, Special Teams, CyHawk) | SwarmCast

Jul 28, 2026 · 48m

Eliot Clough and David Eickholt share their thoughts following Iowa's appearance at Big Ten Media Days in Chicago. Between Kirk Ferentz, Beth Goetz, Zach Lutmer, Jayden Montgomery and Addison Ostrenga, HawkeyeInsider has plenty to discuss.The quarterback conversation continues to stay murky, not guaranteed that Kade...

B1G Questions for Kirk Ferentz at B1G Media Days, Iowa WBB Got a KILLER in Dani Carnegie | Swarmcast

Jul 24, 2026 · 48m

Eliot Clough and David Eickholt of HawkeyeInsider and 247Sports discuss some of the things they're planning on asking both Kirk Ferentz, along with Hawkeyes Zach Lutmer, Jayden Montgomery and Addison Ostrenga about at Big Ten Media Days next week in Chicago (Iowa's quarterback batttle, who will play free safety, the...

Iowa's Chances at SUPERSTAR Cayden Daughtry after MASSIVE Peach Jam, Hawks 2026 Rotation | SwarmCast

Jul 21, 2026 · 45m

Eliot Clough is joined by Sean Bock as the two talk about the play and recruitment of Iowa’s top point guard target in the 2027 class, five-star Cayden Daughtry, following his performance at the Peach Jam last week. Bock also goes in-depth on what he saw from Iowa four-star commit Keller Daugherty last week in perso...

Iowa Football Passing Over/Unders, Standouts from Basketball Practice on Swarmcast

Jul 15, 2026 · 54m

Eliot Clough and David Eickholt share their thoughts from today's media availabilities, breaking down what they heard from each of the quarterbacks, plus transfers Tony Diaz and LJ Phillips. Additionally, they share where they sit on over/under numbers for Iowa's passing game this fall. Following Iowa' men's basketb...

The Latest Coming From Iowa Men's And Women's Basketball Summer Practices

Jul 9, 2026 · 39m

David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up for a new Swarmcast to bring you the latest analysis, questions and what you should be expecting from the teams. Second year wing Tate Sage looks poised to become one of the best players on the team in '26. Andrew McKeever's presence changes a ton on offense and defense. Dani Car...

Iowa Football 2026 HOT Takes From HawkeyeInsider and SwarmCast

Jul 2, 2026 · 48m

David Eickholt and Eliot Clough each share three hot takes going into the Iowa 2026 football season. How far Tim Lester can take the Hawkeyes offense in year three, the new faces on defense, overhauling the special teams unit, etc., and what the Hawkeyes look like this fall.

The Hawkeye Session: George Barnett Details How He Turned Around Iowa's Offensive Line

Jun 30, 2026 · 53m

It's the first of a brand new series for HawkeyeInsider. David Eickholt goes behind the scenes with Iowa offensive line coach George Barnett about a wide-range of topics. He details the challenges behind building Iowa's line for the first two seasons, why 2023 was the first sign of a turnaround and how rebuilding Io...

Bennett Stirtz’s Fit with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Iowa Basketball’s 2027 Recruiting Efforts

Jun 24, 2026 · 48m

Eliot Clough and Sean Bock react to Bennett Stirtz going No. 16 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft to Memphis Grizzlies before being traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder. What it means for him and his chances of making an immediate impact. The duo also dive into a few other topics surrounding Hawkeye basketball and a whol...

Exclusive: NBA Draft Invitee Bennett Stirtz Joins Swarmcast

Jun 17, 2026 · 39m

Iowa point guard Bennett Stirtz lit the world on fire during his only season in the Big Ten and is now poised to become a first-round draft pick in this year's NBA Draft. Stirtz sits down with HawkeyeInsider's Eliot Clough to discuss his time as a Hawkeye, Ben McCollum, NBA Draft and a whole lot more.

Is This The Year Iowa's WR Play Turns The Corner? Hawkeye Hopes In 2027 NFL Draft

May 20, 2026 · 52m

There has been plenty of Iowa basketball recruiting news all over HawkeyeInsider so it's time to turn the attention back to football! David Eickholt and Eliot Clough take a deep look at the wide receiver room. The duo talk about the potential of the room, contributing factors to the struggle over the past few years ...

Piecing Together All Of Our Thoughts About Iowa's Final Open Spring Practice

Apr 26, 2026 · 1h 08m

HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Eliot Clough were on scene inside Kinnick Stadium for Iowa's final spring practice. There are so many ongoing questions surrounding this Hawkeye team including a quarterback battle, replacing a ton of production on defense, overhauling the special teams and so much more. Eickholt ...

Swarmcast: Recapping Iowa's Transfer Portal Additions, Full Open Spring Practice Preview

Apr 21, 2026 · 1h 02m

There are so many things happening with Iowa Athletics and the HawkeyeInsider team has been all over it. Throughout the past few weeks, Iowa men's basketball has landed two prominent transfers in Saint Mary's Andrew McKeever and Illinois State's Ty'Reek Coleman. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Eliot Clough team ...

HawkeyeInsider's Sean Bock breaks down new Transfer Portal Additions Ty'Reek Coleman and Andrew McKeever

Apr 20, 2026 · 21m

HawkeyeInsider's Sean Bock breaks down new Transfer Portal Additions Ty'Reek Coleman and Andrew McKeever.

SWARMCAST: Iowa's Special First Season Under Ben McCollum, Portal Plans, Jaidyn Coon's Official

Apr 1, 2026 · 47m

Eliot Clough, Sean Bock and David Eickholt share their thoughts on Ben McCollum's first season at Iowa, the run to the Elite Eight and what's next for the Hawkeyes in the transfer portal and recruiting. Breaking down how the Hawkeyes accomplished what they did, detailing how Alvaro Folgueiras' presence (or lack ther...

SWARMCAST: Iowa Gets Sweet Revenge, Upsets Nebraska to Advance to the Elite Eight to Play Illinois

Mar 27, 2026 · 31m

Eliot Clough and Sean Bock break down the Hawkeyes 77-71 win over Nebraska in Houston in the Sweet 16. Discussing the analytics of Iowa's victory over the Cornhuskers, the play of Tate Sage, Cooper Koch and Alvaro Folgueiras, Bennett Stirtz's big shot at the end, previewing the matchup in the Elite Eight, and more.

Swarmcast: Can Hawkeye Knock Off Nebraska In Sweet 16?

Mar 25, 2026 · 27m

Sean Bock and Eliot Clough are LIVE in Houston for Iowa's Sweet-16 matchup against Nebraska. The duo discuss what they saw and heard during today's media availability, preview Nebraska, give their keys to the game and much, much more.

SWARMCAST: Alvaro Folgueiras Buries the Game-Winning Three, Iowa Hawkeyes Headed to Sweet 16

Mar 23, 2026 · 30m

After a 27-year hiatus, Iowa Men's Basketball is headed back to the Sweet 16 with their win over the top-seeded Florida Gators. Eliot Clough and Sean Bock breakdown how it all came together, discuss Ben McCollum and his impact on the program, the Cooper Koch and JR Koch family story, what the Hawkeyes need from Benn...

SWARMCAST: Reaction to Iowa Advancing to Round of 32 in NCAA Tournament, Previewing 1-Seed Florida

Mar 21, 2026 · 31m

Sean Bock and Eliot Clough of HawkeyeInsider.com are live on the scene in Tampa, Florida as Iowa men's basketball took down 8-seed Clemson, 67-61, on Friday night in the Round of 64 of the NCAA Tournament. Bock and Clough discuss the Hawkeyes' win, what went into the victory, their final takeaways, and also dive int...

SWARMCAST: Previewing Iowa Basketball's Matchup Against 8th-Seed Clemson, Thoughts On Iowa WBB Draw

Mar 17, 2026 · 42m

Iowa men's and women's basketball are officially dancing — and there’s a LOT to break down. David Eickholt, Sean Bock, and Eliot Clough of HawkeyeInsider.com dive into both brackets as Ben McCollum's squad gets set to face Clemson in an 8/9 matchup, while Jan Jensen's team earns a strong draw as a 2-seed.

🏀Men’s March Madness Bracket Preview Extravaganza: Picks, predictions for ALL 67 games ✍️

Mar 16, 2026 · 1h 15m

March Madness is HERE! Join Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander as they pick the winner for EVERY game of the 2026 NCAA Tournament. They will take you from Dayton all the way to Indianapolis. Who do the guys have winning it all? Tune in to find out! (0:00) Intro + Norlander is doin’ more stuff with brackets (1:00) This ...

Jon Rothstein reacts to & picks every game in 2026 NCAA Tournament Bracket!

Mar 16, 2026 · 32m

Follow Inside College Basketball Now on Apple or Spotify Jon Rothstein breaks down his bracket.

SWARMCAST: What To Make Of Iowa's Big Ten Tournament Showing + NCAA Tournament Outlook

Mar 13, 2026 · 30m

Sean Bock and David Eickholt of HawkeyeInsider.com break down Iowa basketball's 1-1 showing in the Big Ten Tournament in Chicago this week and then dive into the latest on the NCAA Tournament Outlook for the Hawkeyes.

SWARMCAST: Iowa Basketball’s Close To Regular Season, Path In The Big Ten Tournament | Full Preview

Mar 10, 2026 · 36m

Sean Bock and David Eickholt of 247Sports' HawkeyeInsider.com break down the path ahead for the Iowa Hawkeyes men's basketball in the Big Ten men's basketball tournament. They dive into Iowa’s potential matchups in the Big Ten Tournament, what the Hawkeyes must do to make a run in Chicago, and where things currently...

Addressing Iowa's Road Loss To Penn State, What's Ahead And WBB's Successful Season

Mar 3, 2026 · 45m

The HawkeyeInsider crew is back to dive into the latest surrounding both basketball teams. Ava Heiden proving to be one of the best posts in the country while several other Hawkeyes earned all-Conference honors. David Eickholt and Eliot Clough dive into the team's recent loss to Penn State, what needs fixed and much more.

Iowa picks up signature win against Nebraska, Omar Young to Raiders

Feb 19, 2026 · 38m

Ben McCollum's Hawkeyes picked up a signature win over No. 9 Nebraska. After a two-game losing streak, Iowa picked up right when it needed to and helped boost its NCAA Tournament resume. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to discuss Bennett Stirtz's heroics, how Iowa got it done, what's ahead and ...

Ben McCollum has Iowa ROLLIN', How can Iowa WBB make a comeback?

Feb 9, 2026 · 31m

The first year of Ben McCollum has been great for Iowa Men's basketball. They are efficient on both sides of the ball, have an all-American point guard and have had plenty of exciting moments. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock team up to deliver the latest surrounding McCollum's squad. The duo also take ...

David Eickholt, Eliot Clough break down Iowa's 2026 Big Ten Schedule

Jan 27, 2026 · 27m

On Tuesday, the Big Ten Conference unveiled Iowa's path in conference play. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Eliot Clough teamed up to provide instant analysis of the schedule. Iowa has a lot of different playmakers to release, but Kirk Ferentz and his Staffa are confident what they did in the transfer portal. A ...

Swarmcast: What We’ve Learned About Iowa Basketball, Ben McColllum After the Start of Big Ten Play

Jan 20, 2026 · 31m

Sean Bock and Eliot Clough dive into what Iowa basketball has looked like at the start of the Big Ten slate in January, what has worked, what hasn't worked, and what is to come.

Analyzing Iowa's Transfer Portal Haul

Jan 15, 2026 · 38m

The Hawkeyes have attacked the NCAA Transfer Portal and have landed a good portion of their top targets. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Eliot Clough team up to discuss what's happening within the Iowa football complex. Iowa has targeted a lot of guys with multiple years of eligibility and difference-making wide...

Reaction To Iowa's ReliaQuest Bowl Win Over Vanderbilt, What It Means For The Future

Dec 31, 2025 · 32m

Iowa's losing streak to ranked foes has finally been snapped as the Hawkeyes took down No. 14 Vanderbilt, 34-27, in the RealiQuest Bowl on Wednesday afternoon in Tampa, Fla.. Iowa finished the 2025 season with a 9-4 record, and shortly after the win over the Commodores, HawkeyeInsider's Eliot Clough and Sean Bock go...

Swarmcast: Final Vanderbilt Preview, Prediction

Dec 30, 2025 · 32m

In 24 hours, Iowa will take on No. 14 Vanderbilt! The Hawkeyes are hoping to break their losing streak against ranked teams and have a chance to put on a show in front of the college football world. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Eliot Clough team up to give you the latest news, analysis and much more surroundi...

Swarmcast: Final Vanderbilt Preview, Prediction

Dec 30, 2025 · 32m

In 24 hours, Iowa will take on No. 14 Vanderbilt! The Hawkeyes are hoping to break their losing streak against ranked teams and have a chance to put on a show in front of the college football world. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Eliot Clough team up to give you the latest news, analysis and much more surroundi...

Swarmcast: Deep diving into LeVar Woods LEAVING Iowa, early football storylines, Iowa/UConn

Dec 19, 2025 · 56m

One of Kirk Ferentz's favorite times of the year is upon us. It's all about self-development and preparing for the future. Some major news circulated on Thursday afternoon when Ferentz announced that longtime Special Teams Coordinator LeVar Woods was leaving to take the Assistant Head Coach/Special Teams Coordinator...

Deep diving into Iowa's 66-62 loss to Iowa State, Iowa to take on Vanderbilt

Dec 12, 2025 · 44m

Ben McCollum's Hawkeyes went toe-to-toe with one of the best teams in the country before falling 66-62 to No. 4 Iowa State. HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Eliot Clough take a deep dive into what exactly happened. They talk about Bennett Stirtz, the importance of getting a true second and third scoring option, p...

Recapping Iowa's 2026 recruiting class

Dec 4, 2025 · 56m

The Hawkeyes have signed one of their best classes in the Kirk Ferentz era. HawkeyeInsider's Sean Bock and Eliot Clough give YOU the latest. Who are some of their favorite guys? Which position group is the best? How Iowa has continued to get its kind of players despite the changing landscape and more. To learn more ...