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The Big Ten Country Podcast is your home for BIG TIME coverage of the Big Ten Conference. Co-hosts James Neveau and Kenneth Davis are joined by Big Ten coaches, players, and beat reporters to discuss and analyze your favorite teams. From football to basketball, baseball and everything in between, The Big Ten Country Podcast is your home for 365 coverage of the Big Ten Conference. New episodes drop every Sunday and Wednesday morning.
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Traditional Big Ten powers had big statements to make Saturday, and they obliged. Penn State used a stifling defense and a potent rush attack to down Illinois in Happy Valley, while Jeremiah Smith continued to dazzle the nation in an Ohio State romp over Michigan State. Ken and James also break down Indiana's 5-0 start and Michigan's bounce back af…
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Two of the top teams in the Big Ten will face their first conference tests this week, and Kenneth Davis and James Neveau are breaking it all down. Eleven Warriors' Dan Hope discusses Ohio State's showdown with Michigan State, evaluating how the team's defense plans to slow down Jordan Chiles and the devastating run game the Buckeyes have deployed t…
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Several teams made big statements in the Big Ten this weekend, with Illinois' win over Nebraska showcasing the grit of Luke Altmyer and the strategic genius of Aaron Henry. Michigan also proved that reports of their demise were premature in a run-fueled win over USC, with Kalel Mullings stealing the show in Ann Arbor. The guys also praise Iowa for …
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Big Ten conference matchups take center stage this week, starting with a Friday throwdown between Illinois and Nebraska. Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses Dylan Raiola's strong play, whether Illinois can cause issues for the freshman, and how Pat Bryant has come into his own in 2024. Ryan Abraham of USCFootball.com then breaks down USC-Mich…
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Rivalry and statement games dotted the Big Ten's schedule this week, and James Neveau and Kenneth Davis have a full recap. Washington drops the Apple Cup, while Oregon blasts Oregon State in a one-sided Civil War showdown. The guys also have plenty of reaction to Alabama thrashing Wisconsin, Indiana and Kurtis Rourke making a statement at the Rose …
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Controversy follows Notre Dame into their matchup against Purdue, with questions around quarterback Riley Leonard and the effectiveness of head coach Marcus Freeman. Shaun Davis of the Lucky Lefty Podcast discusses those challenges. Whether Purdue, led by Hudson Card and Devin Mockobee, are primed to pull off an upset against the Irish (1:00). Jake…
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It was a busy weekend in Big Ten Country, and James Neveau and Kenneth Davis serve as your tour guides. The guys break down Michigan's loss to Texas and evaluate the Longhorns as a title contender. The guys then discuss a close win for Dillon Gabriel and Oregon, and break down Nebraska's defensive showcase against Coach Prime's Colorado squad. Illi…
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It is a jam-packed week of games in the Big Ten, and Ken Davis and James Neveau have a preview of all the action to come. The guys discuss the Iowa-Iowa State rivalry, and whether Cade McNamara can help guide the offense to another big week. They then tackle Oregon after a lackluster Week 1, and whether they could be in for a test vs. Boise State. …
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Drew Allar and Penn State pick up a huge road win over West Virginia, and Ken Davis and James Neveau are discussing what made Saturday's Nittany Lions triumph so remarkable. They heap praise on Tom Allen's defense and look at the road ahead after the victory. The guys then turn to Miller Moss and USC after an impressive win over LSU. Can Lincoln Ri…
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It's FINALLY college football season, and Ken Davis and James Neveau are here with questions and predictions for the Big Ten. Who will head to New York for the Heisman Trophy presentation? Who is the most overrated team in the Big Ten? Can Ohio State capture a national title, or will Oregon stand in their way? The guys answer all those questions, t…
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Penn State has been flirting with playoff contention for years, but is this the year they score a date to the dance? Johnny McGonigal from PennLive dives into that question by examining the prospects for Drew Allar this season, how a new-look offensive line could keep him upright, and whether a defense with new coordinator Tom Allen, newly minted e…
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It's been a rough road for the Ohio State Buckeyes as they watched Michigan capture a national title, but can Ryan Day turn things around in Columbus? Ken Davis and James Neveau chat with Eleven Warriors' Dan Hope about Ohio State, and how the team could be poised to take steps forward even without Marvin Harrison Jr. Will Howard's strong fall camp…
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On this episode of the Big Ten Country Podcast, host Kenneth Davis is joined by Ethan Segall, editor-in-chief of InsideNU, to preview Northwestern's football season, discussing the university's plans for a new facility, head coach David Braun's first full year after last season's scandal, and the team's quarterback situation and playmakers on offen…
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The Illinois Fighting Illini want to make their stamp on the new Big Ten but can they do it? James Neveau and Kenneth Davis preview the season for the Illini with head football coach Bret Bielema as they discuss his roster, his recruitment for this year, and his expectations for his team. Later in the show, James and Ken are joined by Illinois beat…
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In a jampacked Big Ten Country, Kenneth Davis and James Neveau take a look at the upcoming seasons for Iowa and Wisconsin, both of whom are hoping to take leaps forward after significant changes in the offseason. They start with Iowa and John Steppe of the Cedar Rapids Gazette, evaluating whether a new-look offense with Cade McNamara at the helm an…
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Luke Mullin of the Lincoln Journal Star joins Big Ten Country to talk all things Cornhuskers. The hype around Dylan Raiola is the talk of Lincoln, but how is the quarterback handling the pressure and bonding with his teammates? How is his commitment to the Huskers a byproduct of Matt Rhule's intense reshaping of the program? Finally, can the Husker…
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In the latest Big Ten Country college football season preview, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis turn their eyes toward the great state of Michigan. Aaron McMann helps the guys break down the first season under new head coach Sherrone Moore, who will take over as quarterback for the Wolverines, and how players like Will Johnson and Donovan Edwards wil…
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In a jampacked episode of Big Ten Country, Ken Davis and James Neveau kick off their college football previews with a look at all four of the new West Coast teams joining the conference. They get started with Antonio Morales, who breaks down USC's future in a post-Caleb Williams world (7:47). Alec Dietz then joins the show to debate whether Oregon …
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In this episode of the Big Ten Country Podcast, host Kenneth Davis is joined by Mike Straw of Insider Gaming to dive into the highly anticipated EA Sports College Football 25. They discuss their favorite teams to play with (0:48), address issues with the Ultimate Team mode (3:30), and break down the Road to Glory mode (6:16). Mike shares insights o…
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With football season drawing closer, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis break down their Big Ten football power rankings. The guys dive into the significant changes at Maryland and Rutgers and debate whether Dylan Raiola can vault Nebraska up the ranks this season. Later, the duo evaluates how the new West Coast schools will fare and whether Lincoln Ri…
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In a jampacked Big Ten Country, Kenneth Davis and James Neveau round up all the latest happenings from the NBA Draft and free agency period. The guys react to Memphis taking Zach Edey at No. 9 and evaluate whether he'll be a starter or reserve in his rookie year. The guys also praise the Miami Heat's pickup of Kel'el Ware and discuss the Timberwolv…
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In today’s Big Ten Country, Kenneth Davis and James Neveau welcome SB Nation Draft Expert Ricky O’Donnell to the program. They take a deep dive into the draft stock of Zach Edey, the limitations and the strengths that could either make or break his NBA career, and what teams may be the best fit for his skillset. Later, Ricky breaks down Kel’El Ware…
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On the latest Big Ten Country Podcast, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis discuss if Caitlin Clark is learning as she goes as the Indiana Fever beat the Chicago Sky again. They go in-depth into former Fighting Illini Coleman Hawkins' offseason ending with a major NIL deal after transferring to Kansas State, was that the best move for him? Later, the du…
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In today's Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis take a look at the hardest football schedules in the Big Ten, as ranked recently by The Sporting News (2:45). The guys examine the gauntlet defending champion Michigan will have to go through (3:30), and how Lincoln Riley and USC are being welcomed into the conference. The guys also evaluat…
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On today's Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis are joined by Assistant Majority Leader Kam Buckner, who represents Illinois' 26th House district. Rep. Buckner weighs in on budget negotiations and his legislative priorities in Springfield, and on the confluence of sports and politics as the Chicago Bears seek stadium funding. Later, Rep.…
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In today's edition of Big Ten Country, Kenneth Davis and James Neveau have the very latest updates about College Football 25 from EA Sports (1:40). They delve into how the game captures the traditions of college football while also integrating incredible new gameplay features, including wear-and-tear and football-accurate tackling, playcalling and …
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In an absolutely jampacked Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis break down Northwestern's narrow loss to Boston College in the women's lacrosse title game. Later, the guys delve into the landmark House v. NCAA case, with a settlement paving the way for athletes to be paid directly by schools amid a new revenue sharing plan. Finally, the …
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Join hosts James Neveau and Kenneth Davis on the Big Ten Country Podcast as they team up with gaming reporter Mike Straw to dissect the highly anticipated return of EA Sports' College Football 25. From discussing the unexpected revival of the game (5:55) to analyzing gameplay mechanics and features (17:07), the trio delves into all aspects of this …
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Join hosts James Neveau and Kenneth Davis on the Big Ten Country podcast for a thrilling episode packed with highlights and hot takes from the world of college sports. They kick things off with the Illini's stunning victory over Purdue in baseball, boosting their chances for an at-large bid in the NCAA tournament (4:00). They dive into their bracke…
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In this episode of the Big Ten Country Podcast, hosts James Neveau and Kenneth Davis dive into the monumental retirement of Iowa's legendary coach, Lisa Bluder, after 24 years and the promotion of her longtime assistant, Jan Jensen. They also discuss Iowa's addition of Villanova's star, Lucy Olsen. The duo gets into Caitlin Clark's challenging WNBA…
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In a packed episode of Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis discuss Lauren Derkowski and the Michigan Wolverines capturing the conference softball title. They evaluate the Wolverines' chances in the NCAA tournament, and whether a team like Indiana or Northwestern could potentially make some noise as the postseason looms. Later, the guys …
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In today's Big Ten Country, Ken Davis and James Neveau discuss the hierarchy of the conference's football teams after a new ranking from CBS Sports' Tom Fornelli drops (0:40). Did Drew Allar and Penn State get disrespected by being placed at No. 4 (1:34), and are the reigning champion Michigan Wolverines ranked too highly in the third spot (11:00)?…
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In a special Big Ten Country podcast, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis take a break from the usual coverage of current events and instead debate some burning questions. Which football team has the best helmets in the Big Ten, and should teams like Ohio State get rid of helmet stickers? If Ken and James could add one team to the conference, who would …
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In today's episode of Big Ten Country, Kenneth Davis and James Neveau talk about the ongoing talks surrounding lawsuits filed against the NCAA over alleged antitrust violations, and how the Big Ten and SEC are taking the lead on revenue-sharing talks that could settle those cases (2:00). The guys talk about expansions of the College Football Playof…
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In our post-NFL Draft edition of Big Ten Country, Ken Davis and James Neveau break down Michigan's dominance of the proceedings, with JJ McCarthy and Blake Corum among those finding new homes. Penn State also carries its weight with Olu Fashanu headed to the Big Apple and Chop Robinson hitting South Beach, but could another Nittany Lion make the bi…
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Big Ten Country and the Under Center Podcast team up to break down the Big Ten's top prospects and the Bears' 2024 NFL Draft plans. James Neveau and Kenneth Davis are joined by Josh Schrock to break down the hottest draft rumors on the even of the event. They dissect the buzz surrounding the Bears and top prospect Marvin Harrison Jr. from Ohio Stat…
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James Neveau and Kenneth Davis are feeling draft-happy in this edition of Big Ten Country. The guys break down the WNBA Draft, with Caitlin Clark and Celeste Taylor set to make big things happen for the Indiana Fever (12:56) and Kate Martin allowing the rich to get richer as she heads to Las Vegas (11:00). Later, Ken and James hold their own unique…
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James Neveau and Kenneth Davis take a look around the Big Ten as spring football hits its crescendo. The guys start with Ohio State's ongoing quarterback competition, with Will Howard and Devin Brown both getting shots to land the starting role for the Buckeyes. Attention then turns to Penn State, where Drew Allar has new weapons at his disposal an…
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It was another day and another tough loss in Big Ten Country as Zach Edey and Purdue fall to UConn in the national championship game. Ken Davis and James Neveau break down what went wrong for Purdue in the game, but also have plenty of praise for how well the Huskies executed their gameplan en route to a second straight title. Later, the guys discu…
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James Neveau and Kenneth Davis break down the women's national title game on this episode of Big Ten Country, and there's a LOT to talk about. South Carolina finishes an undefeated season, but could Iowa have done anything to have changed the outcome? The guys discuss what went wrong for the Hawkeyes, and where Caitlin Clark ranks among the GOAT's …
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In today's Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis break down Final Four matchups for Purdue and Iowa. Zach Edey has been a dominant force for the Boilermakers, but will he meet his match in DJ Burns Jr. (1:00)? Also, can Braden Smith and Fletcher Loyer make enough shots from beyond the arc to tame the Wolfpack (7:15)? Later, the guys move …
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The Final Fours will feature two teams from Big Ten Country, with Caitlin Clark and the Iowa Hawkeyes seizing revenge over LSU and Zach Edey and Purdue knocking off Tennessee. James Neveau and Kenneth Davis start the show by breaking down Clark's historic performance, putting into context what she's been able to accomplish in her incredible career …
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James Neveau and Kenneth Davis take a deep dive into the four remaining Big Ten teams in the men's and women's NCAA tournaments. They start out by breaking down Iowa's scare against West Virginia, discussing which players need to step up against Colorado if the Hawkeyes want to reach the Final Four again (0:40). Indiana also gets its share of the s…
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In a jampacked Big Ten Country, Kenneth Davis and James Neveau break down opening weekend in the NCAA basketball tournaments. The guys give Zach Edey and Purdue their flowers after a pair of emphatic victories (4:30), then turn their attention toward Illinois, who have romped through two games thanks to Terrence Shannon and now face their toughest …
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In a jampacked Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis reveals their picks and predictions for the NCAA men's and women's basketball tournaments. Can Zach Edey and Purdue make it all the way, or could Illinois battle through a tough regional and reach the Final Four? The guys discuss those questions, and weigh in on whether teams like North…
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It's Selection Sunday, and James Neveau and Kenneth Davis are reacting to the men's and women's NCAA tournament fields. They start out with Big Ten tournament-winning Illinois, and ask whether Terrence Shannon and company should be worried about Morehead State. The guys then dissect a tough Wisconsin matchup against James Madison, and discuss wheth…
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Ohio State guard Celeste Taylor joins Kenneth Davis on the Big Ten Country podcast to discuss the season ahead of the NCAA Women's Tournament. Celeste and Kenneth discuss splitting the season series with Caitlin Clark and the Iowa Hawkeyes (1:28). She also dives into their big loss in the Big Ten Tournament and how the Buckeyes will bounce back (6:…
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In today's Big Ten Country, Kenneth Davis and James Neveau react to the conference's All-Big Ten teams, announced Tuesday (0:45). Did media and coaches get the teams right, or were players like Tyson Walker and Keisei Tominaga snubbed (9:55)? The guys also break down Coleman Hawkins' low finish on the list, and name players were deserving of more l…
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James Neveau and Kenneth Davis break down the Big Ten women's basketball tournament, with Caitlin Clark once again asserting her historic dominance in a title-winning performance. Kate Martin and Gabbie Marshall also get their kudos, as do several other key Hawkeyes as they keep Iowa fans hoping for March dominance. The guys also break down Nebrask…
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On this episode of Big Ten Country, Ken Davis and James Neveau are full of praise for Purdue after a comeback win over Illinois on Tuesday night (1:30). Zach Edey may be the star, but Braden Smith and Fletcher Loyer are proving to be critical to the Boilermakers' title hopes as well. Later, the guys turn their attention to women's hoops, and even w…
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