# Legends & Listeners: Breaking Down Iowa's Battle, Year of The Quarterback in the Big Ten, and more

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Podcast: [Legends & Listeners](https://stenobird.com/podcast/legends-listeners-7242509)
Published: 2026-07-08T09:00:00+00:00
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Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman turn their attention to football season with an in-depth breakdown of Iowa's quarterback competition between Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski. The guys compare the Hawkeyes' situation to the rest of a loaded Big Ten, discuss conversations with Kirk Ferentz and Tim Lester, explain what Iowa's offense must become in 2026, and announce a special live edition of Legends & Listeners this weekend in Cedar Falls. Plus, a quick follow-up on last week's Caitlin Clark discussion. 🏈 Iowa's Quarterback Competition With fall camp approaching, the Hawkeyes still have no clear starter. • Hank Brown vs. Jeremy Hecklinski • What Kirk Ferentz and Tim Lester are looking for • Why the competition could continue into the season • Which quarterback best fits Iowa's offense? 🌽 Ranking the Big Ten Quarterbacks The conference is loaded with talent. • Julian Sayin, Dante Moore and the league's elite • Former Cyclone Rocco Becht at Penn State • Where Iowa currently ranks • Why quarterback play could define the Big Ten race 📈 Can Iowa's Offense Take the Next Step? Scott and Chad discuss why 2026 could look different offensively. • Tim Lester's evolving system • The importance of Iowa's offensive line • Why the Hawkeyes may need to score more than ever before 📍 Plus • Caitlin Clark follow-up after last week's discussion • Live Legends & Listeners show announcement Legends & Listeners presented by GameDay Men's Health. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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