HOT SEAT? Penn State to Dominate, Tom Brands Faces Pressure – Iowa Wrestling Must RISE at Big Tens

HOT SEAT? Penn State to Dominate, Tom Brands Faces Pressure – Iowa Wrestling Must RISE at Big Tens

34:25 Mar 5, 2026
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Penn State Wrestling eyes Big Ten dominance while Iowa faces a crucial crossroads—can Tom Brands keep his job amid mounting pressure and restless boosters? Zach Sayko and Trent Condon break down the seismic shift in Big Ten wrestling, spotlighting Cael Sanderson’s relentless Nittany Lions and Iowa’s battle to stay relevant as pre-seeding controversies shake up the tournament. Are historic programs like Iowa falling behind in a new NIL-fueled era? Get expert analysis on key weight class matchups featuring standouts like Levi Haynes, Dean Peterson, Ryder Block, and Angelo Ferrari. The hosts dissect Iowa’s injury woes, lineup shake-ups, donor influence, and whether roster tinkering can rescue the season. Big questions surround Drake Ayala’s struggles, Ben Keueter’s development, and if the Hawkeyes can salvage pride at the NCAA Tournament. Penn State’s quest to surpass Dan Gable’s legacy collides with Iowa’s must-win moment—who rises, who falls? Follow Trent Condon on X: https://twitter.com/trentcondon LISTEN TO THE PODCAST: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/locked-on-hawkeyes-daily-podcast-on-iowa-hawkeyes-football/id1441592240 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0GTyz5ygevcGXdTF6QSoEo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LockedOnHawkeyes Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Have your cake & drink it too. Birthday cake-flavor is back, no fork needed. Vanilla-y cakey flavor, caffeinated kick, and no sugar. It's party time. Order Now at https://5-hourENERGY.com or Amazon. Mazda Like our players, we’re driven by the details. Because highlights make the reel. What it takes to get there makes it count. There’s more to a Mazda. Because there’s more to you. TurboTax This year you’re getting a major upgrade — Intuit TurboTax now has in-person locations nationwide. Visit http://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. Robinhood You’re no longer just a spectator. Play by play. You decide. Trade
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