Two Guys with Chris Williams and Chris Hassel

Week 1 of college football is finally here, and Chris Williams and Chris Hassel have their final thoughts on Iowa and Iowa State before kickoff! The guys break down Iowa and Iowa State, discuss the start of the Jimmy Rogers era in Ames, and make their final predictions heading into the opening weekend. They also dive into Iowa State's controversial uniform choices and the return of the I-State logo as the Cyclones prepare for their first game of the new era. Plus, Chris and Chris run through the biggest games of Week 1, make their college football LOCKS, and get ready for a full weekend of football across the Big Ten, Big 12, and beyond. It's officially football season on Two Guys, presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iowa football's quarterback plan is starting to take shape ahead of Week 1. Chris Hassel and Chris Williams discuss Iowa's depth chart with the ongoing QB battle, and Hassel reveals his biggest concern heading into the 2026 Hawkeyes season. The guys also look back at the long offseason of Iowa State football, discuss Grand View's dominant season-opening win, and react to the latest college football storylines, including USC's lackluster home-opener attendance and the school's response. Plus, they discuss the new Vince Young documentary, Victory Day across the country, Van Winks' softball antics, and more. Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Chris Hassel predict the entire 2026 Iowa and Iowa State football seasons, breaking down every game on both schedules and projecting their final win totals. The guys debate Iowa's quarterback battle between Jeremy Hecklinski and Hank Brown, the massive Cy-Hawk matchup at Kinnick, Iowa's brutal three-game stretch against Michigan, Ohio State, and Washington, and whether the Hawkeyes can make the College Football Playoff. For Iowa State, the guys discuss Jimmy Rogers' first season, Jalen Raynor, the Cyclones' difficult schedule and the path to bowl eligibility. They break down Iowa State's matchups against Utah, West Virginia, BYU, Arizona, Oklahoma State, Baylor, Cincinnati, UCF, and Kansas State before revealing their final win totals. Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iowa football's quarterback competition is suddenly wide open again. Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to reports that Jeremy Hecklinski struggled during Iowa's latest scrimmage while Hank Brown played well, raising new questions about who will ultimately win the Hawkeyes' starting quarterback job. After Hecklinski's impressive Kids Day performance, the latest reports have made it clear that Kirk Ferentz's "clearly cloudy" quarterback situation is still very much alive. The guys also reveal a major Iowa Everywhere announcement, as Grand View University becomes the first school to feature an Iowa Everywhere jersey patch. Plus, Chris and Chris discuss Iowa State basketball's Killyan Toure injury, the growing trend of NFL players potentially returning to college football, Thomas Castellanos and the NCAA's eligibility mess, whether Iowa's Aaron Graves and Iowa State's Tamin Lipsey could benefit, the Davenport team's historic run at the Little League World Series, Drake's new throwback football uniforms, the Iowa State Fair, and recapping Iowa Everywhere LIVE. Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iowa's quarterback battle is heating up, while Iowa State football faces some serious questions heading into the 2026 season. Chris Williams and Chris Hassel break down the latest on Jeremy Hecklinski, Hank Brown, and Iowa's decision at quarterback, including why Williams wants to see both quarterbacks get meaningful snaps early in the season. The guys also react to Killyan Toure's injury, which could have major implications for Iowa State basketball, and discuss the Cyclones' new Monster Energy jersey and basketball patches unveiled at Media Day. They also debate Iowa State's outlook after Matt Campbell's departure, Jimmy Rogers' first Media Day comments, national expectations for the Cyclones, and whether Iowa State could struggle to reach five wins. Plus, Chris Hassel makes the case for Iowa wide receiver Tony Diaz, after CBS Sports NFL Draft analyst Mike Renner praised Diaz's tape and compared him favorably to other FCS receivers. The guys discuss Diaz's potential impact alongside DJ Vonnami and Iowa's revamped offense. Talking Nebraska's sellout streak, Boise State's new helmets, color-on-color college football uniforms, Iowa State ticket sales, Flock cameras and privacy, and much more. Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iowa football's quarterback battle took a dramatic turn after Jeremy Hecklinski's incredible performance at Kids' Day. Chris Williams and Chris Hassel break down Hecklinski's 17-for-25 performance with five touchdowns and no interceptions, compare him to Hank Brown's struggles, and debate whether Kirk Ferentz can realistically keep the starting job "cloudy" after what happened at Kinnick. The guys also discuss concerns about Iowa's defense and special teams, the launch of Instant Iowa State with Emery Songer and Ben Bruns, Kyle Larson's wild Knoxville Nationals victory, Joshua Baez's three-homer MLB debut, the Jayden Daniels No. 5 controversy, the Big 12's Monster Energy jersey patches, Ohio State moving Senior Day, Iowa State's scheduling philosophy, and more. Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Chris Hassel break down Iowa State's major special teams decision heading into the 2026 season, including why Jimmy Rogers plans to use Aiden Flora and Cam Pettaway as both running backs and kick returners. The guys also discuss Iowa's kicking and punting concerns, the Hawkeyes' quarterback competition, and what to watch for at Kids' Day. Plus, Two Guys ranks the most annoying Big 12 and Big Ten fan bases, debates Ohio State-Michigan rivalry intensity, reacts to Jayden Daniels' LSU jersey-number controversy, discusses whether you have to be an alum to be a college sports fan, previews the Iowa Everywhere Live show, and much more. Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Texas Tech is leaning into the villain role, the WNBA continues to dominate headlines for all the wrong reasons, and Chris Williams and Chris Hassel debate whether the Big 12's Monster Energy sponsorship is helping - or hurting - the conference. The guys also discuss the sold-out Iowa Everywhere Live show, Iowa State's kicker pronunciation mystery, conference "realignment," and NASCAR. Topics include: • Texas Tech embracing the "most hated team" label • WNBA controversy and the league's growing toxicity • Brett Yormark and the Big 12's Monster Energy partnership • Should schools control jersey patch deals? • Which Big Ten and Big 12 schools would you kick out? • Iowa Everywhere Live sells out • Solving the Kyle Konrardy pronunciation debate • NASCAR weekend at Iowa Speedway • RIP Don Nelson • BBB from the weekend Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Football season has officially arrived. Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to the opening of Iowa and Iowa State fall camps, debate whether Iowa deserves its preseason ranking, discuss the Hawkeyes' biggest roster concerns, and examine why Iowa State fans have plenty to be excited about under new head coach Jimmy Rogers. Plus, the guys break down the Coaches Poll, Big Ten vs. SEC debates, conference storylines, NASCAR weekend at Iowa Speedway, and much more. 🏈 In this episode: • Fall camp begins for Iowa and Iowa State •Are the Hawkeyes overrated in the Coaches Poll? • Iowa's biggest concerns entering the season • Jimmy Rogers' viral comments about Iowa State expectations • Coaches Poll surprises and biggest overrated teams • Big Ten vs. SEC scheduling debate • Eighth graders now eligible for varsity sports in Iowa • NASCAR weekend at Iowa Speedway Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Chris Hassel dive into the biggest issue facing Iowa and Iowa State athletics: money. After Chris' conversation with Scott Dochterman on the Protect College Sports Act, the guys explain why both schools need more financial support to remain competitive in the new era of college athletics. Plus, they react to the Big 12's new Monster Energy field and jersey patches, Penn State's viral athletic revenue chart, the return of Notre Dame vs. USC, CW's WWE recap, and the latest controversy surrounding Sophie Cunningham and the WNBA. 🏈 In this episode: • Why Iowa and Iowa State face a growing financial challenge • Scott Dochterman's insights on the Protect College Sports Act • Could state support help Iowa and Iowa State compete? • First look at the Big 12's Monster Energy patches • Penn State's athletic revenue breakdown goes viral • Why football funds almost everything in college athletics • Notre Dame and USC preserve one of college football's best rivalries • CW reviews WWE Raw in Des Moines • Sophie Cunningham, Riley Gaines, and the WNBA conversation • Hassel's travel nightmare Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to the Cy-Hawk Series being extended through 2031, break down Tony Petitti's vision for the future of the College Football Playoff, discuss Kirk Ferentz's comments from Big Ten Media Days, and debate what it all means for Iowa and Iowa State football. Plus, Chris Williams tells an unbelievable story about chasing down a thief while on vacation in Florida. 🏈 College Football • Cy-Hawk rivalry officially extended through 2031 • Why some Iowa fans still want the series to end • Tony Petitti's push for a larger College Football Playoff • The future of conference realignment • Big Ten Media Days reactions • Kirk Ferentz on Iowa's roster and Tony Diaz 😂 Plus... • Chris Williams' unbelievable Florida vacation story • WNBA controversy • WWE giveaway • Cheers to the Weekend Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Hassel is joined by Jake Brend while Chris Williams enjoys some vacation time, and the guys dive into the biggest headlines from Big Ten Media Days. They discuss Iowa's preseason expectations, Matt Campbell's debut at Penn State, Jamie Pollard's latest defense of the I-State logo, LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers, and much more. 🏈 Big Ten Media Days The guys discuss: • Iowa being picked eighth in the preseason Big Ten poll • Matt Campbell and Rocco Becht's first Penn State Media Day • What to expect from Kirk Ferentz 🌪️ Iowa State • Jamie Pollard's continued defense of the I-State logo • Pollard's regret over Iowa State wearing black uniforms in the Fiesta Bowl • Phil Steele's shocking preseason ranking for Iowa State 🏀 LeBron & The NBA • LeBron James heads to Philadelphia • Can Nick Nurse make another super team work? • What another championship would mean for LeBron's legacy ⚡ Plus • The Monster Energy–Big 12 partnership debate after Ohio State's new jersey patch • BBB from the weekend • Buffalo Bills' controversial new alternate uniforms Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should we continue talking about Caitlin Clark on Two Guys? We now know it was Jimmy Rogers who voted for Iowa State to make the Big 12 title game. Jamie Pollard gives an update on the timeline of his departure as Iowa State's director of athletics. The Athletic's Joe Rexrode wrote that Iowa State is more of a football school than basketball. Hassel makes the case that Cayden Daughtry going off at the Peach Jam is not good for Iowa. And Matt Campbell, who recently called Ames a food desert, made an hour long long media appearance at something called Quaker Steak & Lube in State College. Presented by Fareway! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Post Malone headlined Jack Trice Stadium on Friday and came out wearing an Iowa Hawkeyes shirt and hat. Jelly Roll dropped by Iowa State basketball's practice facility and posed with a jersey. Getting to the bottom of the viral photo of Andrew McKeever at Iowa's practice.. Plus, Spain wins the World Cup, Texas Tech renames its football stadium, and Anthony Rizzo had an awesome moment over the weekend! Presented by Fareway Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Chris Hassel discuss why Tim Lester has Hawkeye fans optimistic about Iowa football's future, react to Lionel Messi and Argentina reaching another World Cup final, debate the current state of the Big 12, and break down Iowa State's long-awaited CyTown groundbreaking. Plus, thoughts on Caitlin Clark, Ben McCollum's basketball roster, and much more. 🏈 Iowa Football The guys dive into: • Why Tim Lester's offense is finally taking shape • Iowa's quarterback competition • Could Lester eventually replace Kirk Ferentz? • Why the Hawkeyes' offense may finally be ready to break out ⚽ Messi & The World Cup Chris and Chris discuss: • Argentina's dramatic semifinal comeback • Lionel Messi adding to his legendary career • The value of the World Cup third-place game • Why the tournament has captivated American sports fans 🌪️ Iowa State & The Big 12 Also covered: • CyTown officially moving forward • Farmageddon's uncertain future • Is the Big 12 really as strong as ever? • Why conference perception still matters 🏀 Plus • Ben McCollum's towering new Iowa basketball roster • Caitlin Clark's latest controversy • Chris Williams' dirt racing adventures • Testosterone testing in the military • Cheers to the freakin' weekend Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams returns after skydiving to raise money for cancer, while Chris Hassel joins him to discuss Iowa State's search for Jamie Pollard's successor, the future of Cyclone athletics, the changing NIL landscape, Conor McGregor's latest injury, and one of the biggest debates in college football—is today's Big 12 actually better than ever? 🌪️ Iowa State's Next Athletic Director The guys examine: • What Iowa State should prioritize in its next AD • NIL and fundraising in the revenue-sharing era • Brian Hardin and other potential candidates • How the hire impacts football and men's basketball • The future of Cyclone athletics after Jamie Pollard 🏈 Is the Big 12 Better Than Ever? Chris and Chris debate: • Has the Big 12 actually improved since Texas and Oklahoma left? • Conference perception versus on-field results • Why postseason success still matters • The league's place in college football moving forward 🪂 CW's Skydiving Experience Chris shares what it was like to skydive for the Richard Deming Foundation, raising money alongside cancer survivors while reflecting on community, perspective, and giving back. 🥊 Around Sports • Conor McGregor suffers another injury • World Cup observations • Stadium turf debate Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Chris Hassel recap a busy week at Big 12 Football Media Days, react to Brett Yormark's viral exchange with a Texas Tech reporter, debate the conference's new Monster Energy partnership, and discuss Jimmy Rogers' first Media Day as Iowa State's head coach. Plus, the guys react to Team USA's heartbreaking World Cup exit, CW prepares to skydive for charity, and plenty more. 🏈 Big 12 Media Days The biggest stories from Frisco. • Brett Yormark's viral press conference moment • The Texas Tech controversy explained • Jimmy Rogers' first Media Day • What stood out from Iowa State's appearance ⚡ The Monster Energy Debate Did the Big 12 make the right business move? • Jersey patches and conference branding • Why the financial numbers raise questions • What the deal could mean long-term • How sponsorships are changing college athletics 🌪️ Iowa State Football Cyclones officially meet the media. • Jimmy Rogers' coaching style • Building Iowa State's future • Where the Cyclones stand entering the season ⚽ USA's World Cup Exit What comes next for soccer in America? • Belgium ends Team USA's run • Why the World Cup captivated the country • Can soccer sustain the momentum? • Chris and Chris debate the future of the sport in the U.S. Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The World Cup takes center stage as Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to Folarin Balogun being cleared to return for Team USA ahead of its biggest match yet. The guys also preview Big 12 Media Days in Dallas, discuss what to expect from Iowa State under Jimmy Rogers, debate conference realignment, and break down the Savannah Bananas' record-setting weekend at Kinnick Stadium. Plus, Fourth of July stories, fireworks, and plenty of laughs. ⚽ Team USA & World Cup • Balogun's suspension is suspended • USA's World Cup outlook • Mexico vs. England reactions • World Cup atmosphere takes over the sports world 🏈 Big 12 Football • Previewing Big 12 Media Days • Jimmy Rogers enters his first season at Iowa State • Questions facing the Cyclones • Conference realignment and the future of college football 🍌 Plus... • Savannah Bananas pack Kinnick Stadium • Fourth of July fireworks stories • Hassel's trip to Iowa • Adventures with The Don • BBB from the weekend Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Team USA is headed to the Round of 16 - but not without controversy. Guest hosts Jake Brend and Scott Siepker react to the United States' win over Bosnia and Herzegovina, the controversial red card shown to Folarin Balogun, and what it means heading into the Belgium match. Plus, a preview of Big 12 Media Days, continued fallout from the Brendan Sorsby situation at Texas Tech, Iowa State basketball injury news, and plenty of Fourth of July fun. ⚽ Team USA Advances Jake and Scott break down America's biggest World Cup win in years. • USA defeats Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 • The controversial Balogun red card • Why Team USA can still beat Belgium • The growing excitement around the World Cup • Scott's "America Nice Guy" returns 🏈 Big 12 Football With Big 12 Media Days around the corner: • Texas Tech faces tough questions • Brendan Sorsby fallout continues • Joey McGuire's difficult week ahead • Iowa State basketball injury discussion 🎆 Fourth of July Weekend The guys also discuss: • Fireworks • Fourth of July traditions • Golf, Royals baseball and Cheers To The Freakin' Weekend Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Chris Hassel empty the mailbag, answering your biggest questions about college athletics, Iowa and Iowa State football, NIL, playoff expansion, coaching rankings, the NCAA Tournament, and the most iconic moments in Iowa sports history. 🏈 Will College Athletics Ever Recover? • Is NIL chaos here to stay? • What college sports will look like in the future • Is the current model sustainable? 🏀 Iowa & Iowa State Expectations • What counts as a successful season for Ben McCollum? • How far should Iowa State expect to go in March? • Managing expectations after Iowa's Elite Eight run 🏆 The Greatest Iowa Sports Moments Chris and Chris debate: • Caitlin Clark's biggest moments • Tate to Holloway • Seneca Wallace's legendary run • Cooper DeJean's controversial punt return 🌪️ Cy-Hawk Rivalry Memories • The most disliked Iowa and Iowa State players • Steve Alford era memories • Pierre Pierce, Connor McCaffery and more Plus • Ranking Iowa and Iowa State's current coaches • Would a home College Football Playoff game be the biggest ever? • Summer trips back to Iowa Two Guys with Chris and Chris presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices