The Lunch Rush with Trent Condon

Trent Condon is back for a loaded Tuesday edition of The Lunch Rush, covering major press conference updates across the state, a battle for the starting QB spot in Iowa City, the setting of the World Series, and opening night in the NBA!Iowa Depth Chart & The QB Decision: The Hawkeyes have released their depth chart for Floyd of Rosedale week against Minnesota, and the dreaded "OR" is officially back. Trent breaks down Kirk Ferentz's options between Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski as Iowa prepares for a crucial Big Ten rivalry game.Head Coach Press Conferences — Kirk Ferentz & Jimmy Rogers: Trent reacts to the weekly media availability from both state schools, analyzing key quotes and takeaways from Kirk Ferentz in Iowa City and Cyclone head coach Jimmy Rogers in Ames coming off the bye week.World Series Set — Rays vs. Brewers: The Fall Classic matchup is locked in as the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers prepare to square off. Trent previews the surprise matchup, pitch matchups, and storylines heading into Game 1.NBA Opening Night: The wait is over! Pro basketball tips off tonight, and Trent previews the major storylines, title contenders, and top opening-night matchups to kick off the new NBA season.Today’s Guest Lineup:Matt Snyder (CBS Sports) – Dialing in to break down the upcoming World Series clash between the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers.Dave Sinykin – Joining the show to talk all things Green Bay Packers following their big win over Dallas and where Green Bay stands in the NFC North.Jeff Hughes (Da Bears Blog) – Breaking down the Chicago Bears' road win in Atlanta and assessing the team's trajectory as the midseason mark approaches.Nick Athan (Chiefs Blitz) – Catching up on the Kansas City Chiefs following their dominant performance against the Chargers and looking ahead to NFL Week 7.Tune in live on ESPN Des Moines and across the Rush Radio Network, or catch the podcast replay on demand!

Trent Condon kicks off the week with a loaded Monday edition of The Lunch Rush, breaking down a chaotic, upset-filled Saturday in college football, a dramatic NFL Week 6 slate, and looking ahead to the return of Hawkeye and Cyclone football!Wild Day of Upsets in College Football: Saturday produced absolute mayhem across the country! Trent recaps the biggest top-25 shockers, bracket-busting results, and how a chaotic weekend reshapes the College Football Playoff picture.NFL Week 6 Recap & Takeaways:Bears Outlast Falcons in Atlanta: Chicago picks up a crucial road victory over the Falcons. Trent breaks down the key plays, defensive stands, and momentum build for the Monsters of the Midway.Chiefs Dominate Chargers: Kansas City sends a strong statement in the AFC West, rolling past the Chargers with a commanding performance on both sides of the ball.Packers Take Down Cowboys: Green Bay secures a huge victory over Dallas. Trent breaks down the game flow, key drives, and big-picture takeaways for both squads.Iowa & Iowa State Return from the Bye: Both state schools return to action this week coming off their bye weeks. Trent previews what lies ahead as Kirk Ferentz’s Hawkeyes look to build on their Washington win and Matt Campbell’s Cyclones aim to regroup for crucial conference games.Today’s Guest Lineup:Eliot Clough (hawkeyeinsider.com) – Joining the show to break down Iowa football coming off the bye week, roster updates, and what to expect as the Hawkeyes prepare for their next Big Ten matchup.Bill Seals (Cyclone Report) – Dialing in to discuss Iowa State’s bye week adjustments, health updates, and how the Cyclones are preparing to bounce back in Big 12 play.Bama Bob – Going in-depth on the wild slate of college football upsets, top-25 shakeups, SEC storylines, and updated playoff projections following a frantic Saturday.Tune in live on ESPN Des Moines and across the Rush Radio Network, or catch the podcast replay on demand!

Trent Condon caps off the week with a massive Friday edition of The Lunch Rush, breaking down historic MLB postseason news, NFL overtime drama, major college football developments, and local injury updates!Brewers Sweep Dodgers to Reach World Series: For the first time since 1982, the Milwaukee Brewers are NL Champions! Trent recaps Milwaukee's dramatic Game 4 comeback to complete the clean sweep over the two-time defending champion Dodgers and secure their trip to the Fall Classic. Broncos Survive Seahawks in OT: Thursday Night Football brought high drama as the Denver Broncos outlasted the Seattle Seahawks in an overtime thriller. Trent breaks down the key plays, defensive stands, and takeaways heading into the weekend.College Football Playoff Expanding to 24 Teams: A seismic shift is coming to college sports with news that the College Football Playoff will expand to 24 teams next season. Trent analyzes what a 24-team bracket means for top contenders, bubble teams, and the postseason format.Cyclone Blow — Dominic Overby Out for Season: Heartbreaking news out of Ames as Iowa State wide receiver Dominic Overby has been ruled out for the remainder of the season following a knee injury. Trent looks at what this means for the ISU offense and who must step up in his absence.Today’s Guest Lineup:Tom Kakert (Hawkeye Report) – Dialing in to discuss Iowa football developments, roster health, and Hawkeye preparation coming off the Washington win.Eugene Rapay (Des Moines Register) – Breaking down the fallout of Dominic Overby's season-ending injury, Iowa State's game plan during the bye week, and Cyclone basketball updates.Bama Bob – Previewing a massive slate of college football matchups across the country, top-25 showdowns, and CFP implications.Mike Palm (Circa Sports) – Joining the show to give expert betting angles, line movements, sharp money, and best bets for NFL Week 6 and college football Saturday!Tune in live on ESPN Des Moines and across the Rush Radio Network, or catch the podcast replay on demand!

Trent Condon is back to break down a huge slate of football ahead, postseason baseball madness, and the latest path forward for Iowa Hawkeye football!NFL Week 6 Preview: Trent gears up for an action-packed Week 6 in the NFL, looking ahead to crucial matchups, line movements, and key storylines across the league.Brewers Take Command in the NLCS: The Milwaukee Brewers pushed the Los Angeles Dodgers to the brink, taking a commanding 3–0 series lead in the NLCS. Trent breaks down the action from Game 3 and whether LA has any fight left.Iowa Hawkeyes Playoff Picture: Can the Hawkeyes make noise down the stretch? Trent examines Iowa’s remaining schedule, resume, and realistic paths into the College Football Playoff conversation.Today’s Guest Lineup:Mitch Holthus (Voice of the Kansas City Chiefs) – Breaking down all things Chiefs and previewing Kansas City's matchup for Week 6.Dane Mizutani (Pioneer Press) – Dialing in to discuss Minnesota Vikings football and where the team stands heading into the weekend.Lee Sterling (Paramount Sports) – Dropping by with his weekly best bets, spread breakdowns, and top picks for college football and NFL Week 6.John Bohnenkamp – Joining the show to talk Hawkeye football playoff outlook alongside the latest from the MLB Postseason and the Brewers–Dodgers NLCS clash.Matt Postins (Heartland College Sports) – Giving a full breakdown of the Big 12 landscape, team power rankings, and key matchups to watch across the conference.Tune in live on ESPN Des Moines and across the Rush Radio Network, or catch the podcast replay on demand!

Trent Condon is back with another jam-packed Wednesday edition of The Lunch Rush, diving deep into Iowa State hoops, the latest updates from Hawkeye football practice, and playoff action on the diamond!Iowa State Basketball’s Ceiling: As anticipation builds in Ames, Trent breaks down the high expectations surrounding the Cyclones basketball team. How good can this Iowa State squad truly be on the national stage, and what are the key factors for a potential deep postseason run?Hawkeye Football Coordinators Speak: Trent brings you full reaction and takeaways from Iowa football's coordinator media availability, including Offensive Coordinator Tim Lester addressing the quarterback situation following Iowa's road win at Washington.MLB Postseason — Rays Bounce Back: The Tampa Bay Rays leveled the ALCS at 1–1 with a 3–1 Game 2 victory over the Cleveland Guardians. Trent recaps the action as the postseason heat turns up.Today’s Guest Lineup:David Kaplan – Dialing in to discuss all things Chicago sports, including the state of the Chicago Bears, team storylines, and major Chicago sports news.David Eickholt (Hawkeye Insider) – Joining the show to break down Iowa football coordinator availability, Tim Lester's QB outlook, and Hawkeye Basketball Media Day takeaways.Alec Busse (Cyclone Alert) – Giving an in-depth breakdown of Iowa State sports, focusing on Cyclone football developments and the ceiling for ISU men's basketball.Steven M. Sipple – Returning to discuss Nebraska Cornhusker football and where Big Red stands heading into their next Big Ten test.Tune in live on ESPN Des Moines and across the Rush Radio Network, or catch the podcast replay on demand!

Trent Condon returns for an action-packed Tuesday edition of The Lunch Rush, diving headfirst into Iowa’s quarterback debate, an instant classic on Monday Night Football, and complete coverage across the gridiron and diamond!Iowa’s Quarterback Debate — Hank Brown vs. Jeremy Hecklinski: Coming off Iowa’s statement road win at Washington, Trent analyzes the central question facing the Hawkeyes. With Hank Brown battling an injury and Jeremy Hecklinski stepping into the spotlight, what decision should Kirk Ferentz and Tim Lester make moving forward at QB? NFL Game of the Year? Bills Edge Rams in OT Thriller: Monday Night Football delivered a absolute masterpiece as Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills pulled out a wild 37–34 overtime victory over the Los Angeles Rams. Trent breaks down the 35 fourth-quarter points, the dramatic blocked field goal, and Tyler Bass' game-winner. The Fastest 7 Minutes in the NFL: Trent takes you on a high-octane trip around the league with "The Fastest 7 Minutes in the NFL," recapping all the key takeaways, statement wins, and top storylines from Week 5 across the NFL.MLB Postseason Coverage: October baseball continues to deliver high drama! Trent breaks down the latest series movements, key pitch-by-pitch moments, and upcoming postseason match-ups.Today’s Guest Lineup:Steven M. Sipple – Breaking down the state of Nebraska Cornhusker football, team developments, and where Big Red stands as the Big Ten season heats up.Matt Snyder (CBS Sports) – Joining the show to break down all the action, storylines, and pennant race drama in the MLB Playoffs.Russ Carew – Dropping in to deliver his updated NFL Quarterback Tiers following Week 5 action, breaking down who is elite, who is rising, and who is falling.Tune in live on ESPN Des Moines and across the Rush Radio Network, or catch the podcast replay on demand!

Trent Condon is coming to you *LIVE from Iowa Basketball Media Day* as college hoops season draws near! But first, we’re breaking down a massive weekend on the gridiron across the state and around the country.

• *Iowa’s Statement Road Victory:* The Hawkeyes bounced back in a big way with a dominant 41–24 victory over Washington in Seattle. We recap how the offense hit its stride, the defense locked in, and what this road win means for Iowa's Big Ten trajectory moving forward.
• *Cyclone Heartbreak in Provo:* Iowa State’s tough battle on the road at BYU resulted in a frustrating loss. We break down what went wrong for the Cyclones, key turning points, and how ISU can rebound in Big 12 play.
• *National College Football Recap:* A wild weekend across college football! Trent breaks down the biggest upsets, top-25 chaos, and major storylines shaking up the playoff race.

• *Eliot Clough* (*hawkeyeinsider.com*) – Joining us live to analyze Iowa's impressive road win at Washington and give an inside look at Hawkeye Basketball Media Day.
• *Bill Seals* (*Cyclone Report*) – Breaking down Iowa State's setback at BYU and assessing where the Cyclones stand in the Big 12 race.
• *Bama Bob* – Going deep on the national college football scene, SEC drama, and the overall playoff picture.
• *Mr. Monday Night* (*Presented by Circa Sports*) – Closing out the show with expert insights, betting trends, and top picks for tonight’s Monday Night Football matchup!

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The Lunch Rush with Trent Condon on The Rush Radio Network & ESPN Des Moines - October 8, 2026College Football continues to charge to a 24 team playoff, what does that mean for Iowa and Iowa State football?The Hawkeyes and Cyclones get ready for Friday Night football on the road as Iowa travels to Washington and Iowa State heads to BYU.The NLCS is set with the Dodgers and Brewers facing off again this season in a rematch from last year.Guests include Bill Bender on College Football, Dave Sinykin on the Packers and Lee Sterling's Weekly Picks

The Lunch Rush with Trent Condon-October 7, 2026Coming off the press conference in Iowa City, it appears that Hank Brown's availability for the Hawkeyes Friday night vs Washington is in question. What does the Iowa offense have with Jeremy Hecklinski at the quarterback spot?Iowa State also has a quick turnaround as they travel to face BYU on Friday Night. News and notes from the Cyclone football press conference. The Padres and Brewers played an epic Game 3, setting up a quadruple header of MLB Playoff baseball today. Guest include David Eickholt talking Hawkeyes, Alec Busse on the Cyclones and David Kaplan on Chicago sports. Plus Picks presented by Circa Sports.

The Lunch Rush with Trent Condon presented by Circa Sports - October 6, 2026It's press conference Tuesday for Iowa and Iowa State Football. There were no major changes on the Iowa Football Depth Chart that was released in preparation for the Hawkeyes match up with Washington including Hank Brown listed as the starter over Jeremy Hecklinski. Is it time for Iowa to see what they have in the back up?The preseason Poll from the Big Ten was released. Where do the Hawkeyes sit and is the media too low on Iowa?The MLB Playoffs are heating up with Game 3s in the NLDS between the Braves and Dodgers and the Brewers trying to sweep the Padres. The White Sox and Rays took a 2-0 lead in their series. Matt Snyder from CBS Sports will join the show. A recap on the NFL Week 4 with a quick hit on each game. Plus picks presented by Circa Sports.