Trent Condon is back to kick off the weekend action on a packed Thursday edition of The Lunch Rush, breaking down the initial College Football Playoff committee rankings, major injury fallout in national college football, gearing up for NFL Week 9, and previewing crucial road tests for both the Hawkeyes and Cyclones!CFP Rankings & Fixing the Process: The selection committee has unveiled its latest rankings, and Trent breaks down the reaction, top-12 seedings, and bubble teams. Plus, Trent delivers his blueprint on how to fix the selection system so the committee gets it right.Malachi Toney Out for Miami vs. Notre Dame: Major news out of Coral Gables as star Hurricanes playmaker Malachi Toney has been ruled out for Miami's high-stakes showdown against Notre Dame. Trent analyzes what his absence means for the Canes' offense and the broader playoff picture.Iowa Hawkeyes at Northwestern Wildcats Preview: Fresh off their dominant 30–0 shutout of Wisconsin, the Hawkeyes head to Evanston to battle Northwestern. Trent breaks down Hank Brown leading the offense, defensive matchups, and what Iowa must execute to stay hot in November.Iowa State Cyclones at Baylor Bears Preview: Building on momentum from their thrilling upset of Oklahoma State, the Cyclones travel south to Waco to take on Baylor. Trent previews Jaylen Raynor's second straight start, key positional battles, and how ISU can secure a huge Big 12 road victory.NFL Week 9 Slate Preview: Trent scans the NFL board, highlighting top matchups, key storylines, and line movements across the league heading into Week 9.Today’s Guest Lineup:Bill Bender (The Sporting News) – Dialing in to discuss the latest College Football Playoff rankings, national championship contenders, and key storylines around college football.Matt Postins (Heartland College Sports) – Joining the show to give an in-depth breakdown of the Big 12 landscape, conference title race dynamics, and a preview of Iowa State at Baylor.Paul Allen (Voice of the Minnesota Vikings) – Stopping by to talk all things Minnesota Vikings as the North division leaders prepare for their Week 9 test.Lee Sterling (Paramount Sports) – Dropping by with his weekly best bets, line breakdowns, and top spread picks for college football Saturday and NFL Week 9!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 a loaded Wednesday edition of The Lunch Rush, recapping opening night for Hawkeye men's basketball, breaking down weekly press conference takeaways as football season enters November, and bringing you the latest from around the nation!Iowa Men's Hoops Survives Lipscomb in Opener: The Hawkeyes opened their regular season campaign at Carver-Hawkeye Arena with a victory over Lipscomb, but it wasn't all smooth sailing. Trent breaks down the team's early-game execution, rotation takeaways, and areas of concern as Iowa works out its opening-week growing pains.Hawkeye Football Presser Recap — Prep for Northwestern: Kirk Ferentz met the media as Iowa turns the page toward its upcoming matchup against Northwestern. Trent reacts to player and coach quotes, depth chart stability following the Wisconsin blowout, and what Iowa must build on down the stretch.Cyclone Football Presser Recap — Road Trip to Waco: Head coach Jimmy Rogers and Iowa State players addressed the media following their big upset win over Oklahoma State. Trent analyzes key takeaways as the Cyclones prepare to head south to face Baylor.Today’s Guest Lineup:David Eickholt (Hawkeye Insider) – Dialing in to discuss Iowa hoops' opening win over Lipscomb and key takeaways from Kirk Ferentz's weekly football press conference.Alec Busse (Cyclone Alert) – Joining the show to give inside analysis on Iowa State's presser, team health, and how the Cyclones are preparing for Baylor.David Kaplan (ESPN 1000 Chicago) – Stopping by to talk all things Chicago sports, including the Bears' momentum following their win over Seattle and broader Windy City sports headlines.Matt Norlander (CBS Sports) – Dropping in to dive into the national college basketball landscape following a wild opening week of the CBB season.Mitch Holthus (Voice of the Kansas City Chiefs) – Breaking down the Chiefs' current state of affairs, roster adjustments, and key takeaways following back-to-back setbacks.Tune in live on ESPN Des Moines and across the Rush Radio Network, or catch the podcast replay on demand!

Trent Condon returns for a packed Tuesday edition of The Lunch Rush, breaking down a college basketball tip-off split across the state, Monday Night Football dominance, a deep dive into the College Football Playoff picture, and upcoming gridiron previews!Cyclone Hoops Stumble in Opener: Iowa State men's basketball opens the season on a disappointing note, falling at home to Memphis. Trent breaks down what went wrong for the Cyclones, early season rotation questions, and where ISU needs to adjust.Winning Starts for Iowa & Iowa State Women: Both the Hawkeye and Cyclone women’s hoops programs kicked off their regular season campaigns with convincing victories. Trent recaps the standout individual performances and key takeaways from opening night.Bears Dominate Seahawks on MNF: The Chicago Bears put on a clinic at Lumen Field, rolling past Seattle on Monday Night Football. Trent breaks down Caleb Williams' command of the offense, Chicago's stifling defense, and what this statement win means for their NFC North push.The 12-Team CFP as It SHOULD Look: With November football officially underway, Trent delivers his own definitive 12-team College Football Playoff rankings and bracket projection—breaking down who actually deserves a spot versus what the committee will do.Today’s Guest Lineup:Nick Athan (Chiefs Blitz) – Joining the show to analyze the Kansas City Chiefs following their second straight loss and where KC needs to recalibrate before Week 9.Scott Dochterman (The Athletic) - Hawkeye and College Football talk before the reveal in the College Football Playoff Committee. Vinnie Iyer (The Sporting News) – Stopping by for an NFL Week 8 recap, big-picture league takeaways, plus an early breakdown and preview of Iowa’s upcoming matchup against Northwestern.Plus: Trent’s Picks Presented by Circa SportsTrent wraps up the broadcast with his top plays, sharp line movements, and early best bets for the week ahead in college football and the NFL!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 massive Monday edition of The Lunch Rush, breaking down dominant shutouts, thrilling upsets, a full NFL Week 8 recap, and setting the stage for Monday Night Football!Iowa Dominates Wisconsin in 30–0 Shutout: The Hawkeyes pitch a complete masterpiece at Kinnick Stadium to reclaim the Heartland Trophy! Trent breaks down Hank Brown's steady hand at quarterback, Iowa's suffocating defensive performance, and how this dominant victory sets the tone for November.Iowa State Stuns Oklahoma State: In front of a raucous crowd at Jack Trice Stadium, the Cyclones pulled off a huge conference upset against Oklahoma State. Trent analyzes Jaylen Raynor's clutch performance under center, defensive adjustments, and how ISU turned their season's narrative around.NFL Week 8 Recap: Trent breaks down all the high-stakes action, key injuries, and major takeaways across the league from Sunday's slate.Monday Night Football Preview — Bears at Seahawks: A huge NFC battle wraps up Week 8 as the Chicago Bears head to Seattle to take on the Seahawks at Lumen Field. Trent previews the key match-ups, betting angles, and keys to victory for Caleb Williams and the Bears. TicketmasterToday’s Guest Lineup:Eliot Clough (hawkeyeinsider.com) – Joining the show to break down Iowa's 30–0 blowout victory over Wisconsin, player reaction, and the team's trajectory for the stretch run.Bill Seals (Cyclone Report) – Dialing in to analyze Iowa State's upset win over Oklahoma State and what it means for the Cyclones moving forward in Big 12 play.Bama Bob – Going in-depth on a wild Saturday of national college football action, top-25 shakeups, and updated playoff race implications.Tune in live on ESPN Des Moines and across the Rush Radio Network, or catch the podcast replay on demand!

Trent Condon wraps up the week with a loaded Friday edition of The Lunch Rush, recapping Thursday Night Football at Lambeau, previewing critical weekend matchups for the Hawkeyes and Cyclones, and setting up a huge slate across college football and the NFL! Brett Yormark is departing the Big 12 Conference as commissioner.Packers Roll Past Panthers on TNF: Green Bay takes care of business at home to kick off NFL Week 8. Trent breaks down the key drives, defensive stops, and takeaways as the Packers continue to build momentum in the NFC.Iowa vs. Wisconsin Preview: Heartland Trophy on the line in Iowa City! Trent previews Iowa's matchup with Wisconsin, analyzing Hank Brown's return as QB1, how the Hawkeyes reset after the Moulton injury, and the keys to stopping the Badgers at Kinnick.Iowa State vs. Oklahoma State Preview: The Cyclones return home to Jack Trice Stadium looking to bounce back. Trent breaks down Jaylen Raynor getting the nod under center against Oklahoma State and what ISU must execute on both sides of the ball to pick up a big conference win.NFL Week 8 Thoughts: Trent scans the national NFL board, examining key injury reports, big-picture storylines, and match-ups to watch across Sunday's slate.Today’s Guest Lineup:Tom Kakert (Hawkeye Report) – Joining the show to preview Iowa vs. Wisconsin, depth chart adjustments, and game-day keys for the Hawkeyes.Eugene Rapay (Des Moines Register) – Dialing in to break down Iowa State's matchup with Oklahoma State, Jaylen Raynor starting at QB, and how the Cyclones are re-tooling in Ames.Bama Bob – Previewing the broader college football weekend, top-25 matchups, and updated playoff race implications.Mike Palm (Circa Sports) – Dropping by with expert betting angles, line movements, sharp money, and top picks for the football weekend!Plus: Afternoon Pick 'Em Presented by Circa SportsTrent, the crew, and Mike Palm close out the show with their consensus locks, longshots, and top spreads for Saturday and Sunday!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 kick off the weekend action on a packed Thursday edition of The Lunch Rush, recapping World Series crowning moments, gearing up for NFL Week 8, Jeffery Simmons to the Bears, previewing Iowa high school football playoff action, and diving into key college football storylines!Brewers are World Series Champions: The Milwaukee Brewers defeat the Tampa Bay Rays 4–1 to seal the series and hoist the Commissioner’s Trophy! Trent breaks down Game 5, Milwaukee’s historical championship run, and key postgame takeaways.NFL Week 8 Kickoff & Slate Preview: Thursday Night Football brings an NFC clash as the Green Bay Packers host the Carolina Panthers. Trent previews the matchup at Lambeau, key injury reports, line movements, and looks across the entire Week 8 slate.Iowa High School Football Playoff Preview: High school football postseason action is officially here! Trent previews the Round of 16 matchups across the state, highlighting top contenders, dark horses, and must-watch games.College Football Thoughts: As we head into the final stretch of October, Trent weighs in on key college football storylines, conference championship scenarios, and national big-picture outlooks.Today’s Guest Lineup:Dave Sinykin – Dialing in to break down all things Green Bay Packers as they get set to take on the Panthers on Thursday Night Football.Lee Sterling (Paramount Sports) – Dropping in with his weekly best bets, spread breakdowns, and top picks for the college football slate and NFL Week 8!Dane Mizutani (Pioneer Press) – Joining the show to talk Minnesota sports, Vikings momentum, Gopher football developments, and regional sports headlines.Picks Presented by Circa Sports – Trent wraps up the broadcast with expert picks, sharp line analysis, and best bets for the upcoming football weekend!Tune in live on ESPN Des Moines and across the Rush Radio Network, or catch the podcast replay on demand

rent Condon is back for a loaded Wednesday edition of The Lunch Rush, covering major quarterback shakeups across the state, significant Hawkeye injury news, Fall Classic updates, and a baffling scheduling move by the WNBA!Iowa QB Switch & Roster Blow: The quarterback carousel in Iowa City takes another turn as Kirk Ferentz turns back to Hank Brown under center over Jeremy Hecklinski following the Minnesota loss. Plus, devastating news for the Hawkeye offense as running back Kamari Moulton has been ruled out for the season with a shoulder injury.Cyclones Hand the Reins Back to Raynor: In Ames, Iowa State is making its own signal-caller change as coach Jimmy Rogers turns back to Jaylen Raynor at quarterback over Connor Moberly looking to spark the offense after the Arizona loss.World Series Game 4 Recap: Trent breaks down all the action from Game 4 between the Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays as the battle for MLB supremacy continues.Baffling WNBA Finals Scheduling: Trent reacts to a head-scratching decision by the WNBA to slate Game 6 of their Finals for 12:30 PM Eastern on a Wednesday afternoon, dissecting what the league was thinking with this bizarre tip-off time.Today’s Guest Lineup:David Eickholt (Hawkeye Insider) – Dialing in to break down Iowa’s quarterback switch to Hank Brown, the loss of Kamari Moulton for the season, and how Iowa resets for the stretch run.Alec Busse (Cyclone Alert) – Joining the show to give inside analysis on Iowa State turning back to Jaylen Raynor at QB and how the Cyclones are re-tooling after Arizona.David Kaplan (ESPN 1000 Chicago) – Stopping by to talk all things Chicago sports, including the Bears' recent momentum, early Bulls and Blackhawks storylines, and off-season outlooks for both the Cubs and White Sox.Mitch Holthus (Voice of the Kansas City Chiefs) – Breaking down the Chiefs' state of affairs, roster adjustments, and key takeaways as Kansas City prepares for their next NFL 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 a big Tuesday edition of The Lunch Rush, covering a dominant night in the World Series, NFL Week 7's Monday night finish, and press conference updates from Iowa City and Ames as both programs look to reset!Brewers One Win Away from World Series Glory: The Milwaukee Brewers thoroughly dominated the Tampa Bay Rays to push themselves to the brink of a World Series title. Trent breaks down the action and whether Tampa Bay has any magic left to keep the series alive.NFL Week 7 Finale & League Shakeup:Cowboys Pull Away from Eagles: Dallas caps off Week 7 by pulling away from Philadelphia on Monday Night Football.Unbeaten & Flapping Teams: The Minnesota Vikings stand tall as the league’s only remaining undefeated team, while contenders like the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers suffer their first losses of the year. Trent breaks down all the fallout across the NFL landscape.Press Conference Day in Iowa City & Ames: It's Tuesday media availability! Trent reacts to the comments and takeaways from Kirk Ferentz as Iowa looks to bounce back from the loss to Minnesota, and Jimmy Rogers as Iowa State regroup after a tough road trip to Arizona.Today’s Guest Lineup:Matt Snyder (CBS Sports) – Dialing in to discuss the World Series, the Brewers taking command, and the potential Fall Classic conclusion.Frank Schwab (Yahoo Sports) – Joining the show to break down NFL Week 7, the Cowboys' win over the Eagles, and the macro picture across the league.Bill Bender (The Sporting News) – Stopping by to talk college football national storylines, playoff race shifts, and key Big Ten and Big 12 updates.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 packed Monday edition of The Lunch Rush, recapping a devastating weekend for both state college football programs, Fall Classic action on the diamond, and major shakeups across the NFL!Iowa State Blown Out in Tucson: A brutal road trip for the Cyclones as Iowa State falls apart in a blowout loss to Arizona. Trent breaks down what went wrong on both sides of the ball and where Matt Campbell's team goes from here in the Big 12.Hawkeyes Fall to Gophers — CFP Hopes Dashed: Iowa drops a heartbreaking rivalry matchup against Minnesota for Floyd of Rosedale. Trent analyzes the offensive struggles, the quarterback fallout, and how this loss effectively eliminates the Hawkeyes from College Football Playoff contention.World Series Games 1 & 2 Recap: The Fall Classic is underway! Trent looks back at the opening two games between the Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays as the series shifts locations.NFL Week 7 Recap — Chiefs Fall, Vikings Unbeaten: A wild Sunday in the NFL! The Kansas City Chiefs suffer their first loss of the season, while the Minnesota Vikings stay perfect to remain the league's last undefeated team. Today’s Guest Lineup:11:25 AM – Sean Bock (Hawkeye Insider) – Breaking down Iowa’s painful loss to Minnesota, the quarterback situation, and the big-picture outlook for the Hawkeyes.12:00 PM – Bama Bob – Going national to recap a wild Saturday in college football, playoff bracket implications, and key storylines across the country.12:30 PM – Bill Seals (Cyclone Report) – Joining the show to analyze Iowa State's blowout loss at Arizona and assess how the Cyclones regroup moving forward.Tune in live on ESPN Des Moines and across the Rush Radio Network, or catch the podcast replay on demand!