Week 163 features one of the best defensive backs to ever wear the black and gold! Four-time All-Big Ten CB Jovon Johnson joins the podcast to share his thoughts on what Iowa Football will look like this coming season.

Included in our discussion:  

- Phil Parker's DB room

- Kaevon Merriweather's potential

- Spencer Petras vs. the field at QB

- Riley Moss and the competition for CB reps

- Terry Roberts' decision to be patient in staying at Iowa

- Tyler Goodson's ability to launch the Hawkeye offense

We also discuss Jovon's own career and viewpoints on various topics, including:

- His experience at Iowa, thoughts on last summer's allegations against staff

- His relationship with Chris Doyle, Norm Parker, Phil Parker, Kirk Ferentz, and Brian Ferentz

- His new coaching gig at a Division II school

During Part 2 of our sit-down with Tom Kakert, we discuss Iowa's current situation at QB. Plus, we talk about what should be an intense Cy-Hawk game this fall, and Tom provides some insider information into what went down behind the scenes with the CJ Fredrick situation.

All that and much more during Part 2 of our Week 162 podcast!

Week 162 of Brada's Branded Thoughts features an Iowa media legend: Tom Kakert of HawkeyeReport.com.

During Part 1 of the podcast, we discuss our overall takeaways from the Iowa Football spring practices that were. We also look ahead towards summer conditioning and talk about Iowa's largest developmental needs as we begin to count down the weeks until fall.  

As a bonus, the show the starts with Tom providing some valuable insight into his humble beginnings covering Hawkeye athletics. Great stuff as always from one of the best in the business!

Stay tuned for the release of Part 2 later this week!

Following a somewhat tumultuous week for Hawkeye Basketball fans, Iowa received some great news on Thursday. Transfer portal target Filip Rebraca announced his commitment to Hawkeye Hoops! With two years of collegiate eligibility remaining, Filip took some time on Friday to discuss why he chose Iowa and what he plans on bringing to the floor next season.

Filip discusses his journey to Iowa City, as well as his family history of NBA basketball. Get to know basketball’s newest Hawkeye during this week’s podcast!

The Hawkeyes were dealt a major blow over the weekend. And as word spread that Iowa Basketball’s CJ Fredrick was entering the transfer portal, Hawk fans entered panic mode. Now, Fran McCaffery is stuck sifting through a crowded portal in search of a stop-gap.

Plus, more on spring football following Iowa’s first open practice of the year.

With news that Minnesota 7-footer Liam Robbins has entered the transfer portal, the race is on for the big man's services. Filip Rebraca, who played his first couple seasons at North Dakota, is also in contact with Iowa. We provide our thoughts on both options, and we put a bow on the NCAA Tournament and '20-21 season that was!

Plus, we talk more Hawkeye spring football at the end of Week 2.

It's been a busy week in the world of Hawkeye sports. From Jack Nunge announcing his departure from the program, to Luka Garza being named the Naismith Trophy winner, to Jordan Bohannon considering a 6th collegiate year... We sum it all up during this week's podcast. 

Also, what is the likelihood Fran McCaffery dips into the transfer portal this offseason?  

Plus, who may end up being the darkhorse to watch this spring on the Iowa Football offense?

We discuss what went down Monday morning and how Oregon was able to seamlessly cruise right through the higher-seeded Hawkeyes. We talk about the long-term implications: Is this an indication of postseason struggles to come for Fran and his staff? And, should Iowa fans feel guilty complaining about a season in which their team finished 14-6 in conference?  Plus, we provide an early primer into spring football.

With the Iowa Hawkeyes' victory over Grand Canyon Saturday evening, Fran McCaffery's squad focuses its attention on the Oregon Ducks. Rian Winter of Sports Chat 503 joins the show to preview Monday morning's 2nd Round showdown.

As we count down the hours until Iowa tips off its first round showdown vs. the Antelopes of Grand Canyon, we break down the keys for the Hawkeyes to avoid suffering a colossal upset.