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There was a lot of buzz that the Smith trade had nothing to do with basketball. Apparently, there was a growing rift between her and the organization, in part related to stuff posted by her girlfriend.

Son-of-a!!! I've had him pictured in my hand in an Iowa singlet for a couple of years. https://intermatwrestle.com/articles.html/recruiting/3-overall-junior-dreshaun-ross-commits-to-oklahoma-state-r99979/

I get it, but I think you are selling Cael a little short here (and, yes, my nausea kicks in as well...). No doubt, Tom and Terry work best with personalities that mesh with their coaching style, as is the case pretty much universally. They only have one peg, and will force-fit it with every...

Where did you get those numbers? I'd be shocked if the wrestling program poneyed up that much, but I guess anything is possible in these days.

For those old enough to remember, she reminds me a bit of Bernard King of the Knicks. Talented scorer that knew how to use his body and get to the line when he wasn't spot-shooting. That was pretty much the extent of his game, but he was VERY GOOD at that one extent...

Nothing of surprise there. I thought Parco might take Van Ness this time around, otherwise pretty much as expected. Cael has a huge advantage over Tom and Terry in a number of ways: 1. Money. Lots of it. 2. An eye for recruiting talent, not just "toughness," and he knows how to maximize it. 3...

In freestyle, yes, that probably would be his best approach. Kueter is a very good example why the NCAA needs a weight class between 97 and 285. I've always advocated for a 230 class. As far as bulking up and learning how to use his long frame, I was exclusively referring to success at folk...

At his current weight, and with his length, Kueter's best approach might be to learn how to take advantage of those long arms and legs in the top position. He should watch film of guys that were tall for their weight class, such as Evan Wick and Ethan Lizak. A.J. Schopp also comes to mind. Ben...

No doubt. He's an athletic freak. With his income potential and FS dominance, I was surprised to see him come back. Not sure what the motivation is there, but he will steamroll the field.

My guess is that he will dip his toes in football one more time, then focus on wrestling. I agree, he's more built for FS, but I still think he'll make some noise in folk, especially if he packs some more muscle on that frame. I was a bit surprised with Paris. I thought he would present himself...

With Kueter, I think it sells him short to characterize his success as the result of being a big fish in a small pond. Going undefeated in HS at any level is relatively rare. Only six others have ever accomplished that feat in Iowa. The National Freestyle Championships and World Championships...

In the discussions focusing on the current state of fan apathy surrounding the program, I've pointed out this game as being a major impactor. The lack of enthusiasm has multiple layers, but that Richmond loss greased the wheels towards the cliff for me, and I think many other fans. It was at...

I was essentially agreeing with you. I think Lester (like a lot of the more modern offensive coordinators) is looking for that hybrid type that thrives in the McVay/Shanahan/LeFleur offensive scheme: One that can process quickly pre-snap and snap, go efficiently through progressions, display a...

With the modern offenses, I think most coaches are looking for the QB that, first and foremost, can process quickly, has a quick release and is accurate in the short to intermediate ranges. The complete package would be one that navigates the pocket well, but also quick enough to make defenses...

Excited to see what he does in a Hawkeye uniform. https://hawkeyeswire.usatoday.com/2025/01/09/iowa-football-top-recruit-iose-epenesa-navy-all-american-bowl-standouts/

No doubt. Unionization with a CBA is about the only way to get a measure of control over the system and level the playing field. Other sports almost certainly would follow suit, which would be a mess. The interesting part will be whether schools will be able to negotiate based upon the...

LOL. Same. I disagree about the non-call, though. Watch it frame-by-frame. Josey was in perfect position and had stood him up. The only thing left was to step in and drive through for the tackle, but that became impossible when the lineman tackled him from behind, completely immobilizing his...

There will always be a "program factor" to a degree, but the impact is lessoning every year. Kids with enough talent and/or upside more and more are prioritizing the money. A program like Ohio State can sell WRs on their pipeline for example, and deservedly so, but they can't sign all of them...

I like the idea. As for the top guy, that is where there would have to be an element of subjectivity added: During the clock, the top guy has to be actively attempting to turn. If (in the judgement of the official) the effort isn't there, the clock can be stopped prematurely and the...

The depressing part for me is watching the replay from the top view. Josey Jewell was essentially tackled from behind by an offensive lineman (#75) right as he got to Scott. That's why he couldn't drive through and wrap up. A terrible blown call in a situation like that. :mad: Watch #75 right...