Locked On Hawkeyes - Daily Podcast On Iowa Hawkeyes Football & Basketball Hawkeyes' Wrestling WEAK spots: A closer look at their Big Ten Tournament lineup
Can the Iowa Hawkeyes Wrestling team reclaim their dominance in the Big Ten Tournament? With powerhouse programs like Penn State Wrestling and Ohio State Wrestling in the mix, the stakes have never been higher.
Join hosts Zach Seyko and Trent Condon as they dissect the upcoming Big Ten Wrestling Tournament, spotlighting key matchups and potential upsets. They explore the resilience of the Iowa Hawkeyes after their recent loss to Penn State, and analyze standout wrestlers like Shane Van Ness and Gable Steveson. The discussion covers strategic insights into weight classes, including the 125-pound and heavyweight divisions, and the implications of seeding controversies.
Will the Hawkeyes' strategy pay off against fierce competition? Tune in for expert analysis and predictions that could reshape the wrestling landscape. Don't miss out on this deep dive into the Big Ten's wrestling showdown!
ndividual Weight Class Breakdowns
125 lbs: Luke Lilledahl (Penn State) vs Joey Cruz (Iowa) matchup analyzed
133 lbs: Drake Ayala (Iowa) favored to win
141 lbs: Bo Bartlett (Penn State) and Jesse Mendez (Ohio State) rematch anticipated
149 lbs: Three-way race between Ridge Lovett, Kyle Parco, and Shane Van Ness
157 lbs: Ethan Miller projected as top seed, Jacori Teemer (Iowa) seeding discussed
Top Contenders in Upper Weight Classes
165 lbs: Mitchell Mesenbrink (Penn State) heavily favored
174 lbs: Levi Haines (Penn State) expected to win third Big Ten title
184 lbs: Carter Starocci (Penn State) vs Max Dean (Minnesota) likely final
197 lbs: Three-way race between Stephen Buchanan, Josh Barr, and Jacob Cardenas
Heavyweight: Gable Steveson vs Greg Kerkvliet marquee matchup
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