Legends & Listeners

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  • Legends & Listeners: Stirtz has the Hawks on his back, Iowa Women lose ugly but maintain momentum

    Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to the Iowa Men wrapping up its regular season with tough losses that showed a lot of promise heading into the postseason. How far can Stirtz take the Hawks? The Iowa Women lose in historic fashion, but can still make a ton of noise in the NCAA Tournament. All this and more courtesy of GameDay Men's Health.

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    1 hr 10 min
  • Legends & Listeners: Hawkeyes' Bad Loss, Future of Wrestling, and NFL Combine Recap

    Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman break down Iowa's unequivocal worst loss and what it means for the Hawkeyes’ NCAA Tournament hopes. From résumé damage and seeding implications to what must change down the stretch, the guys analyze where Iowa stands in the Big Ten race and how this setback impacts Selection Sunday positioning.

    Chad sat down with Iowa wrestling head coach Tom Brands for an in-depth conversation about the future of the program, expectations in Iowa City, roster outlook, and what’s ahead for the Hawkeyes on the mat.

    Plus, the Iowa women begin postseason play as the Hawkeyes gear up for tournament action, and Doc recaps key storylines from the NFL Combine - including draft risers, Big Ten standouts, and what it all means for former Hawkeyes preparing for the next level.

    If you’re looking for Iowa Hawkeyes basketball analysis, NCAA Tournament seeding talk, Iowa wrestling insight with Tom Brands, Big Ten postseason coverage, and NFL Combine breakdowns, this episode delivers everything you need in one place.

    Presented by GameDay Men's Health.

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    1 hr 20 min
  • Legends & Listeners: Hawkeye Basketball postseason outlooks, Big Ten money, and the NFL Combine

    On this episode of Legends & Listeners, Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman take an in-depth look at the current state of Big Ten basketball and what’s ahead as March approaches.

    The guys break down the outlook for Iowa Hawkeyes men's basketball down the stretch, where the Hawkeyes sit in the Big Ten standings, and what needs to happen for Iowa to make a late push toward postseason play.

    They also discuss how conference-wide financial disparities are shaping the future of the Big Ten.

    Plus, how the Iowa Women's basketball team has cemented itself after a golden age.

    All that and more as the Big Ten basketball season heats up on Legends & Listeners, presented by GameDay Men's Health.

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    1 hr 19 min
  • Legends & Listeners: Iowa's big-time win over Nebraska, Heiden stays hot, and NFL Combine preview

    Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to Iowa’s win over Nebraska and what it means for the Hawkeyes down the stretch on this episode of Legends & Listeners on Iowa Everywhere.

    The guys also discuss Iowa women’s basketball navigating a short rotation and how it could impact postseason seeding, along with Iowa football losing running backs coach Omar Young to the Las Vegas Raiders. Plus, a preview of the upcoming NFL Combine with nine Hawkeyes set to participate.

    Also:

    • Iowa WBB’s path for the postseason

    • Controversial court storm

    • Coaching staff movement for Iowa football

    • Hawkeyes to watch at the NFL Combine

    Presented by GameDay Men's Health.

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    1 hr 11 min
  • Legends & Listeners: Iowa Football GM Tyler Barnes talks offseason, roster management, and more

    Scott Dochterman is joined by Iowa football GM and Chief of Staff Tyler Barnes for an in-depth look at the Hawkeyes’ transfer portal approach and roster construction heading into 2026.

    Barnes discusses Iowa’s low portal attrition, adding FCS All-Americans, rebuilding key positions, replacing major special teams contributors, and managing scholarships in the NIL era. Plus, insight into recruiting philosophy, development under Kirk Ferentz, and what to expect from the Hawkeyes this spring.

    Presented by GameDay Men's Health!

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    54 min
  • Legends & Listeners: McCollum has Hawks rollin', WBB missing key piece, and more

    Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman recap the latest from Iowa Hawkeyes basketball on this episode of Legends & Listeners.

    The discussion focuses on Iowa men’s basketball going 2-0 on its West Coast trip and what the wins mean for the Hawkeyes, along with Iowa women’s basketball dropping its first two games without Taylor McCabe and how the team adjusts going forward.

    Plus, some Hawkeye Football news to wrap up.

    Presented by GameDay Men’s Health.

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    1 hr 13 min

About Legends & Listeners

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Award-winning sports writers Chad Leistikow (Des Moines Register) and Scott Dochterman (The Athletic) are bonafide experts on the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Big Ten Conference. If you want the inside scoop…

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