This week Jason and I talk about Oregon getting back on their feet. A big comeback win for Old Troy. Plus, we go through some late-season Big Ten stats! As always, a fun review of this week in 1975 and 2000, too.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to College Football Excitement

02:59 Thanksgiving Weekend Sports Extravaganza

05:46 Coaching Changes and Their Impact

08:47 The Evolving Landscape of College Football

11:59 Quarterback Analysis and Media Critique

15:06 Big Ten Performance and Rivalry Dynamics

17:58 Game Recaps and Team Performances

21:00 Conference Championships and Their Relevance

32:40 Conference Championship Dynamics

35:15 Ohio State's Performance and Strategy

39:32 Indiana's Progress and Challenges

43:02 USC vs Iowa: A Rainy Comeback

45:44 Penn State's Victory and Michigan State's Troubles

48:59 Purdue's Struggles and Coaching Issues

51:41 Notre Dame's Winning Streak and Heisman Talk

54:17 Statistical Insights and Trends

01:03:11 Historical Reflections on College Football (1975 and 2000)

01:15:53 This Week's Games and Predictions

01:21:51 Analyzing Team Performances and Strategies

01:30:04 Looking Ahead: Rivalry Games and Trophies

Jason and I focus on thrilling wins for Indiana, Oregon, and Wisconsin. Plus, Ohio State and Notre Dame continue to cruise. We also look back at this week in Big Ten/ND football in 1975 and 2000.

We touch on comments by Texas Tech about Notre Dame and who are OUR top 3 teams…

Summary

In this episode, John Dooley and Jason Jowers discuss the recent Big Ten and Notre Dame matchups, reflecting on personal experiences and this week's emotional investment in sports. They analyze the current state of the Big Ten, including coaching changes and potential team additions, while also reviewing key games such as USC vs. Nebraska and Ohio State vs. Penn State. The conversation touches on the significance of Notre Dame's historical ties and the challenges of preparing for unique offenses like Navy's. In this conversation, John and Jason discuss the current state of Big Ten football. They analyze the strengths and weaknesses of each team, the impact of coaching changes, and the historical context of the conference. The discussion also touches on upcoming matchups and the potential for teams to make a playoff push, particularly Iowa's chances.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Podcast

01:25 Halloween Reflections and Personal Anecdotes

06:18 Bears Game Reactions and Emotional Investment in Sports

10:49 Big Ten Landscape and Upcoming Games

11:31 Looking for Upsets and Drama in College Football

12:32 Discussion on Big Ten Teams and Coaching Changes

14:48 Adding and Removing Teams from the Big Ten

18:38 The Case for Notre Dame Joining the Big Ten

19:50 Iowa State as a Potential Addition to the Big Ten

21:34 Critique of Rutgers and Maryland in the Big Ten

23:51 Review of USC vs. Nebraska Game

33:30 Notre Dame vs. Boston College Game Review

43:55 Ohio State vs. Penn State Game Analysis

46:22 Analyzing Ohio State's Passing Game

48:54 Indiana's Dominance in the Big Ten

52:29 Michigan's Struggles; Underwood Development

56:43 Purdue's Competitive Spirit

01:00:01 Coaching Changes and Rumors

01:05:29 Luke Fickell's Challenges at Wisconsin

01:08:46 Illinois' Rise in the Big Ten

01:12:22 Future Prospects for Bielema and Illinois

01:13:41 Looking Back: Big Ten History 1975 and 2000

01:18:56 Recapping Historic Big Ten Games

01:25:01 Upcoming Matchups and Predictions

Indiana with another ravishing victory! Washington looks better as the season goes on, and can Nebraska take that next step? Plus we review what happened this week in 1975 and 2000...along with memories of 2000 Halloween!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview of College Football

02:53 Big Ten Game Reviews and Highlights

05:45 Illinois and Washington: A Tale of Two Teams

09:06 Nebraska's Resurgence and Northwestern's Struggles

11:58 Indiana's Dominance and Future Prospects

14:51 Brian Kelly's Future and Coaching Changes

17:46 Oregon vs. Wisconsin: A Competitive Matchup

20:55 Michigan's Victory and Michigan State's Decline

23:42 Rutgers vs. Purdue: A Close Encounter

26:35 Iowa's Impressive Win and Future Outlook

29:56 Historical Review: College Football in 1975 and 2000

32:54 Upcoming Games and Predictions

35:44 Conclusion and Wrap-Up

What a week! Notre Dame gets a big win over USC with their ground game, UCLA stays hot, Michigan gives Washington a dose of reality...plus, can Indiana keep this up?

Also, where did the Floyd of Rosedale come from?

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates

05:00 Reviewing Last Week's Games

11:49 Offensive Strategies and Quarterback Development

17:48 Northwestern's Surprising Performance

23:57 Oregon's Dominance and Playoff Discussions

29:53 Nebraska's Struggles and Coaching Distractions

35:51 Notre Dame vs. USC

41:53 Wisconsin's Challenges and Future Outlook

43:11 Wisconsin's Coaching Dilemma

46:50 Indiana's Rise and Mendoza Performance

49:01 Iowa's Resilience and Penn State's Struggles

52:33 UCLA's Turnaround and Maryland's October Woes

54:42 Big Ten Offensive and Defensive Stats

57:29 Historical Reflections on Big Ten Football: 1975/2000

01:03:22 Upcoming Big Ten Matchups and Rivalries

This week we review the big firing at Penn State; James Franklin is gone. Indiana continues to roll. Did Northwestern wake up? Can UCLA keep the tide going? Is Wisconsin the next team to fire a coach? What about the big Notre Dame/USC matchup? It's all comin up!

UCLA stuns Penn State, Bucks dominate again, and a comeback for Washington!

Chiles struggles in Lincoln, Michigan wears down Wisconsin, and Altmyer is near perfect in West Lafayette. This week we preview Indiana visiting Oregon, and Illinois welcoming Ohio State and MORE!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Big Ten Football Review

03:09 Modern Football Frustrations

06:07 Overtime Formats and Their Impact

09:08 Uniform Changes and Tradition

11:53 Game Reviews: Michigan vs. Wisconsin

14:59 Game Analysis: Maryland vs. Washington

21:58 Nebraska vs. Michigan State Breakdown

31:53 Notre Dame's Resurgence

34:28 UCLA's Upset Over Penn State

40:33 Purdue's Grit and Illinois' Potential

44:28 Ohio State's Dominance

47:19 Nostalgic Reflections on Big Ten History

52:24 Previewing Upcoming Games

01:03:24 The Illabuck Trophy and Rivalries

01:05:55 Northwestern vs. Penn State Preview

01:06:31 James Franklin's Job Security

01:08:00 UCLA vs. Michigan State Analysis

01:10:54 Oregon vs. Indiana Showdown

01:12:54 Coaching Strategies in Key Matchups

01:15:43 Nebraska vs. Maryland Outlook

01:18:46 Iowa vs. Wisconsin Preview

01:22:50 Michigan vs. USC: A Classic Matchup

01:25:42 Purdue vs. Minnesota Expectations

01:27:03 Notre Dame vs. NC State Preview

Jason and I talk about 'Life After Football', and the challenges that come with it. We go over some solid games between USC and Illinois; along with the big showdown between Penn State and Oregon.

We'll also take a look at next week's games in the Big Ten and with Notre Dame!

TIME SLOTS BELOW!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Cavalcade Podcast

06:17 Life After Football: The Transition

17:21 The Struggles of Identity Post-Career

25:22 Maintaining Connections and Camaraderie

27:45 The Importance of Sports in Life

32:37 Previewing Upcoming Games: Illinois vs. Purdue

35:21 Analyzing USC's Performance and Challenges

37:17 Clock Management and Coaching Decisions in College Football

39:39 Purdue's Resilience and Illinois' Trap Game

41:07 Northwestern's Homecoming and Game Preview

48:13 Wisconsin vs. Michigan

56:22 Penn State vs. UCLA: Expectations and Fan Dynamics

01:04:12 Oregon's Growth and Toughness

01:05:42 Upcoming Challenges for Oregon

01:07:01 Washington's Struggles Against Ohio State

01:09:43 Offensive Coordination and Third Down Conversions

01:11:08 Maryland's Test Against Washington

01:12:02 Travel Challenges for College Teams

01:13:56 Michigan State vs. Nebraska: A Defining Matchup

01:16:52 Minnesota's Challenge Against Ohio State

01:21:50 Notre Dame's Dominance vs Arkansas

01:27:03 Parity in College Football: A New Era

01:28:54 Previewing the Upcoming Big Ten Slate (Week 7)

Summary

In this episode, John Dooley and Jason Jowers discuss the latest matchups in the Big Ten, including Wisconsin's struggles, Maryland's surprising performance, and the competitive clash between Michigan and Nebraska. They also analyze Notre Dame's game against Purdue and preview the upcoming matchup between USC and Illinois, highlighting key performances and areas for improvement for each team. In this episode, the hosts delve into the intricacies of college football, focusing on coaching strategies, team dynamics, and the importance of identity within programs. They discuss the upcoming matchups, particularly the significance of the game between Oregon and Penn State, and how close wins can build team confidence. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by teams like UCLA and Northwestern, while also examining the stakes for Rutgers and Minnesota. The episode wraps up with a preview of key games in the Big Ten, emphasizing the depth and competitiveness of the conference this season.

Chapters

00:00 Big Ten Matchups Overview

04:20 Wisconsin's Struggles and Fan Reactions

11:41 Quarterback Challenges and Team Dynamics

17:43 Michigan vs. Nebraska: A Competitive Clash

24:54 Notre Dame vs. Purdue: Offensive Strengths and Defensive Weaknesses

32:55 Offensive Line Dynamics and Game Strategy

36:37 Team Performance and Future Prospects

37:38 USC vs. Illinois: Game Analysis

42:24 Illinois' Struggles and Recovery

46:03 UCLA vs. Northwestern: Coaching Changes

51:04 Rutgers vs. Minnesota: A Crucial Matchup

01:04:22 Minnesota's Tough Road Ahead

01:05:39 The Depth of the Big Ten Conference

01:06:38 Ohio State vs. Washington Preview

01:11:00 Indiana vs. Iowa: A Clash of Styles

01:20:42 Oregon vs. Penn State: The Game of the Week

Big Ten play begins with some fun matchups in Week 3, and we look forward to a fuller slate in Week 4! DeShaun Foster gone at UCLA, Wisconsin’s trek to Alabama, and an Illinois/Indiana !

Also, what’s up with Notre Dame at 0-2?

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to College Football Week 3 and 4

02:39 Jason's Experience at Alabama vs Wisconsin

05:49 Comparing College Football Atmospheres: SEC vs Big Ten

08:57 The Impact of Early Kickoff Times on Game Day Experience

11:52 Evolution of Player Support: Nutrition and Academics

14:39 Coaching Changes and Their Implications for UCLA

17:54 Reviewing Week 3 Games: UCLA, Penn State, and Minnesota

20:56 Previewing Big Ten Matchups: Iowa vs Rutgers

23:45 Purdue vs Notre Dame: A Historic Rivalry

26:42 Illinois vs Indiana: A Crucial Big Ten Showdown

29:32 Wisconsin vs Maryland: Must-Win for the Badgers

32:38 Michigan vs Nebraska: A Test for Both Programs

35:33 Washington vs Washington State: The Apple Cup

38:31 Michigan State vs USC: Late Night Showdown

41:33 Looking Ahead: Upcoming Big Ten Matchups