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Iowa may be heading to Seattle with a different quarterback, while Iowa State takes Aiden Flora and the Big 12’s No. 8 BYU on Friday night. Keith Murphy & Andy Fales break down both massive matchups. The guys discuss Hank Brown’s shoulder injury, Iowa’s quarterback options, the Hawkeyes’ struggles playing out West, and whether history should matter against Washington. They also preview Iowa State-BYU, Bear Bachmeier, Aiden Flora’s breakout season, and the Cyclones’ defensive concerns. Plus, Iowa-Ohio State aftermath, High or Low, Mr. Movie, movie handshakes, Throwdowns, and MORE! 00:00 Iowa May Have a New QB + Iowa State-BYU Friday Night 04:10 Iowa’s QB1 Question: Hank Brown or Heklinski? 08:10 Iowa’s TERRIBLE History Out West 10:53 Quickie Poll: Does Iowa’s History Out West Matter? 15:52 Iowa-Ohio State Aftermath 22:30 Aiden Flora Is No Longer a Secret 33:48 High or Low Since Our Last Show 46:44 Mr. Movie with Mike Woody 59:11 MORE! 1:12:42 Throwdowns 1:15:50 Andrew Downs Audio Drop 1:17:00 Quickie Poll Results Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iowa suffers its first loss of the season as Ohio State beats the Hawkeyes 31-14 at Kinnick Stadium. Meanwhile, Aiden Flora puts together a historic performance as Iowa State beats West Virginia 45-42 for its first Big 12 win. Keith Murphy and Andy Fales break down Iowa vs. Ohio State, Hank Brown’s struggles, Jeremiah Smith’s dominant performance, and what the Hawkeyes need to fix before Friday night’s trip to Washington. Then it’s the Aiden Flora game. Flora accounts for five touchdowns and 212 rushing yards as Iowa State outlasts West Virginia. The guys discuss Flora’s incredible development, his role in the Cyclones’ offense, his comparison to Iowa State stars of the past, and whether he has become the most valuable player on the team. Plus, Iowa State’s Jack Trice Stadium entry problems, the Matt Campbell misery index, Penn State’s struggles, Jimmy Rogers, Big Ten football, the weekend’s winners and losers, and MORE! Chapters: 00:00 Weekend Recap + Iowa-Iowa State Saturday 05:45 Aiden Flora Tease + Iowa’s First Loss 06:01 Iowa Falls to Ohio State 12:22 Did Iowa’s Loss Lower Expectations? 13:54 Iowa Heads to Washington 16:53 Iowa Gets the College Football Spotlight 18:33 Jeremiah Smith Looks Like a Cheat Code 24:34 Iowa State Survives West Virginia 29:21 Aiden Flora Has Arrived 32:01 Is Aiden Flora Iowa State’s MVP? 36:40 Jack Trice Stadium Entry Problems 40:39 Iowa State’s Big 12 Outlook 45:41 Penn State Is in REAL Trouble 49:32 Iowa State-Penn State Bowl Game? 55:15 Aiden Flora vs. Penn State’s Roster 58:34 Jimmy Rogers to Penn State?! 58:42 High or Low since Last Show 01:02:24 Who Won the Weekend? 01:04:33 Brock Purdy + Aiden Flora 01:06:32 MORE! 01:11:24 Throwdowns 01:18:37 AD Squared + Jamie Pollard 01:21:19 Quickie Poll + Final Thoughts Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iowa vs. Ohio State is finally here; Iowa State faces a huge game against West Virginia, and Murph & Andy get you ready for a massive football weekend in Iowa. Keith Murphy and Andy Fales break down the Hawkeyes’ biggest test of the season, including Jeremiah Smith, Hank Brown, Kinnick Stadium, College GameDay, and whether Iowa can keep Ohio State within striking distance into the fourth quarter. The guys also dive into Iowa State vs. West Virginia and why Saturday feels like a pivotal game for Jimmy Rogers and the Cyclones. They discuss Michael Hawkins Jr., Cam Cook, Aiden Flora, Jaylen Raynor, Iowa State’s defense, and why avoiding another slow start could be the difference. Plus, Murph & Andy remember legendary Cyclone fan Cyclone Jerry, who passed away at 87. They share stories from his decades of calling radio shows, working around Iowa State athletics and becoming one of the most recognizable fans in the state. Also on the show: Caitlin Clark and the WNBA playoffs, the Dennis Miller documentary about Monday Night Football, Ohio State and Nebraska fans taking aim at Scott Siepker, the MLB playoffs, Northwestern’s new stadium, Scott School, Unnecessary Censorship, and MORE! Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can Iowa pull off another massive upset? Murph & Andy break down the Hawkeyes’ huge win over Michigan and look ahead to Ohio State coming to Kinnick Stadium. The guys discuss why Iowa is playing with house money against the Buckeyes, whether the Hawkeyes can make the College Football Playoff even with a loss, and what exactly it means when an opponent gets “Iowa’d.” They also revisit Kirk Ferentz’s comments about the formula behind Iowa’s biggest wins and why last week’s Michigan game was both quintessential Iowa and completely unlike a typical Iowa finish. Plus, the guys compare Jimmy Rogers’ straightforward approach with former coach Matt Campbell, discuss Rogers’ message to Cyclone fans after the Utah loss, and explain why Iowa State’s game against West Virginia could be the biggest game of the season so far. They also talk WNBA playoffs and the A’ja Wilson-Caitlin Clark matchup, MLB’s lack of attention during football season, Mr. Movie, the latest Big 12 basketball coaching rankings, and MORE! Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iowa pulled off an INSANE 20-19 walk-off win at Michigan, and Murph & Andy break down one of the most improbable Hawkeye victories in years. Hank Brown led a 91-yard game-winning drive and delivered the perfect final throw to Reece Vander Zee, while Braeden Jackson’s 99-yard kickoff return, Deshaun Lee’s interception, and Michigan’s mistakes all played a role in the stunning win. The guys also look ahead to Ohio State coming to Kinnick Stadium, College GameDay returning to Iowa City for the first time in 20 years, and what the Hawkeyes need to do against one of the nation’s top teams. Plus, Iowa State’s 31-17 loss to No. 15 Utah, the Cyclones’ second-half comeback, Jimmy Rogers’ blunt postgame comments, and the viral mudslide at Jack Trice Stadium. All this and MORE! Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Find Out Saturday! Murph & Andy preview a massive weekend for Iowa and Iowa State as the Hawkeyes head to Michigan, and the Cyclones host No. 15 Utah. Keith Murphy and Andy Fales break down Iowa-Michigan, Hank Brown’s first true road start, Bryce Underwood, Iowa’s defense, and why this top-20 matchup could feel like a College Football Playoff elimination game. They also discuss Iowa State vs. Utah, the massive weather factor in Ames, the Cyclones’ chances against one of the Big 12’s best teams, and what a win could mean for Jimmy Rogers’ first season. Plus, the guys react to the Packers’ ugly loss to Atlanta, Kyle Juszczyk’s bizarre NFL fine for his “juice” touchdown celebration, the latest Madden movie trailer, and Scott School. And Keith shares his firsthand experience covering the 1990 Gainesville murders following the release of ESPN's new 30 For 30 on the murders, explaining how the events ultimately changed the course of his career and brought him to Iowa. All this and MORE! on a Murph & Andy Fun Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tamin Lipsey is one step closer to returning to Iowa State after an Indiana judge granted him and other athletes an injunction, leading to a fifth year of eligibility. Will Lipsey actually play for the Cyclones this season? Murph & Andy break down the ruling, the NCAA’s potential appeal, and what it could mean for Iowa State basketball. Plus, Kirk Ferentz gets refreshingly honest about Iowa’s depth chart, admitting he “half-assed it.” The guys preview Iowa’s trip to Michigan and discuss the Hawkeyes’ impressive start. They also dive into the terrible weather forecast for Iowa State vs. Utah, the Cyclones’ soggy natural turf, Iowa State wrestling’s NCAA probation, Caleb Williams’ injury and the internet’s hilarious reaction, Des Moines potentially landing an MLS NEXT Pro soccer team, Mr. Movie’s favorite coffee scenes, and one of the greatest fishing fails ever caught on local television. All this and MORE! Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iowa and Iowa State dominated Week 3, but the real tests are finally here as conference play begins. Murph & Andy break down the Hawkeyes’ 55-0 win over Northern Iowa and Iowa State’s 55-7 blowout of Bowling Green before massive matchups with Michigan and Utah. Keith Murphy and Andy Fales discuss Hank Brown’s perfect 12-for-12 performance, Iowa’s explosive rushing attack, and what the Hawkeyes face against No. 18 Michigan. Can Iowa force turnovers and pull off a huge road win in Ann Arbor? The guys also dive into Iowa State’s impressive rebuild under Jimmy Rogers, Aiden Flora’s historic performance, the Cyclones’ first-ever game with both a punt-return touchdown and kickoff-return touchdown, and the biggest question facing Iowa State heading into Utah: can Jaylen Raynor become more accurate? Plus, Murph & Andy debate whether Power Four teams should still schedule FCS opponents, discuss the growing talent gap caused by the transfer portal and NIL, react to Ole Miss beating Lane Kiffin and LSU, Brock Purdy’s incredible performance for the 49ers, the Vikings’ 2-0 start, and much more. Also: “Fourteen Days in Gainesville,” Iowa’s massive upcoming three-game stretch, the latest Iowa weather and rain totals, Who Won the Weekend, Throwdowns, and MORE! Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iowa and Iowa State are both massive favorites this weekend, Brock Purdy pays up after losing the Cy-Hawk, and Murph & Andy break down the biggest football stories of the day. Keith Murphy and Andy Fales preview Iowa State vs. Bowling Green and Iowa vs. UNI, including what the Cyclones need to accomplish before Utah and what Iowa needs to clean up before traveling to Michigan. They discuss Jalen Raynor, Hank Brown, Jeremy Hecklinski, injuries, and whether both teams can get through Saturday healthy. Plus, Brock Purdy shows off his annual Cy-Hawk bet punishment from George Kittle, the guys debate Josh Allen vs. Patrick Mahomes, and they react to the NCAA’s review of the controversial Michigan-Western Michigan finish. The guys also dive into Lane Kiffin’s explosive return to Ole Miss, Sam Leavitt’s injury status, Morgan Freeman joining College GameDay, Scott School, Throwdowns, What’s Bugging You, Unnecessary Censorship, and MORE! Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iowa and Iowa State are near the bottom of college football roster spending — and Murph & Andy break down what that means for the Hawkeyes, Cyclones, and the future of college football. Keith Murphy and Andy Fales dive into The Athletic’s new Power Four roster-spending estimates, including Iowa at $17–21 million and Iowa State at $13–17 million. They discuss how NIL and roster payroll are changing college football, whether money now predicts College Football Playoff success, and the debate over whether Iowa, Iowa State, and UNI should receive more state funding. Plus, Iowa vs. UNI, Iowa State vs. Bowling Green, Kirk Ferentz remembering the 2009 UNI scare, Arch Manning’s apology after discussing an AI video involving Holly Rowe, the Kansas City Chiefs and Kenneth Walker, the return of the Kinnick documentary, Sydney Sweeney and sports prediction ads, Mr. Movie, and MORE! Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iowa wins the Cy-Hawk 16-13, but Iowa State may have been the bigger story. Keith Murphy and Andy Fales break down the thrilling rivalry game, Jimmy Rogers’ impressive Cyclones, Iowa’s biggest concerns, Hank Brown, Tony Diaz, Cam Buffington, and what the result means for both teams moving forward. The guys also react to Oklahoma State’s stunning upset of Oregon, Michigan beating Oklahoma, Texas rallying past Ohio State, and the latest college football rankings. Plus, NFL Week 1 reactions, the Bears' offensive explosion, the Vikings' comeback win, Caitlin Clark and Team USA winning FIBA gold, RVTV memories, the return of "Bet Ya House," and MORE! Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Live from Montezum and RVTV Keith Murphy and Andy Fales look back at a history of Cy-Hawk Upsets, discuss Lane Kiffin and LSU vs. the SEC, talk road trip movies, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cy-Hawk Week is officially here! Keith Murphy and Andy Fale break down Iowa and Iowa State's Week 1 wins before looking ahead to the biggest game in the state. Iowa dominated Northern Illinois 40-0 behind Hank Brown, Kamari Moulton, Tony Diaz, and a suffocating defense, while Iowa State opened the Jimmy Rogers era with a 38-10 win over SEMO. The guys discuss what they learned from both teams, the Iowa quarterback battle between Hank Brown and Jeremy Heklinski, Iowa State's new-look defense and offensive line, and what to expect when the Hawkeyes and Cyclones meet Saturday in Iowa City. Plus, Murph & Andy react to Michigan's bizarre two-Hail-Mary win over Western Michigan, debate the Big Ten's clock controversy, revisit some legendary Cy-Hawk memories, discuss whether Kirk Ferentz or Jimmy Rogers has more pressure to win, and reveal the results of the Cy-Hawk Week poll. Also: Lane Kiffin's big LSU win, Sam Leavitt's outrageous pregame routine, Buc-ee's coming to Iowa, Instant Iowa and Instant Iowa State, and another classic What's Bugging Andy. It's a full Monday of Iowa sports, college football, and Cy-Hawk Week on Murph & Andy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Football Friday has arrived, and Iowa and Iowa State are finally ready to kick off their seasons! Murph & Andy get ready for opening weekend as the Hawkeyes host Northern Illinois and the Cyclones take on Southeast Missouri State. The guys make their Week 1 predictions, including whether Iowa State can win by 40+, whether Iowa can score 50 points and whether Hank Brown can outplay Jeremy Hecklinski. They also discuss the latest college football headlines, including UMass' shocking upset of Rutgers, Colorado's wild finish against Georgia Tech, LSU's ongoing roster drama and more ahead of Week 1. Plus, Team USA dominates China at the World Cup, Caitlin Clark makes an impact off the bench, Cathy Engelbert announces her retirement plans, Scott School returns with a Nebraska season prediction, and the guys tackle another edition of Unnecessary Censorship, Throwdowns, What's Bugging You, the Weekend Radar, and MORE! Murph & Andy. Sports and MORE! Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Murph and Andy discuss Iowa's QB situation, Iowa State's new roster, plus Brandon Scherff joins as the ANF honoree, movies, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices