In this exciting episode of the Big Ten Huddle, hosts JR and Zach dive into a unique fantasy football draft, where they must select one player from each of the 18 Big Ten teams to create their dream rosters. The episode is filled with lively banter, strategic picks, and insights into the strengths of various Big Ten teams and players. The draft includes positions such as quarterback, running backs, wide receivers, tight end, offensive line, defensive ends, defensive tackles, linebackers, cornerbacks, and safeties, ensuring a comprehensive team-building exercise. The hosts discuss their strategies, the challenges of selecting players from less prominent teams, and the potential for standout performances in the upcoming season. Listeners and viewers also get a chance to engage, with the chat influencing who gets the first pick and offering feedback on the draft choices. Key Topics Discussed Fantasy Draft Setup: Each host drafts one player from every Big Ten team, covering 18 players across various positions (00:01:39 - 00:02:07). Draft Strategy: JR focuses on picking players from teams with fewer standout options early, while Zach aims for high-impact players (00:05:15 - 00:08:00). Notable Picks: JR selects CJ Nunley (Purdue, defensive end) as his first pick (00:05:29). Zach picks Jonah Coleman (Washington, running back) and Nico Iamalaiava (UCLA, quarterback) (00:06:50 - 00:08:34). Other key selections include Denzel Boston (Washington, wide receiver), Jeremiah Smith (Ohio State, wide receiver), and Koi Perich (Minnesota, safety) (00:10:29 - 00:12:57). Team Analysis: The hosts recap their final rosters, comparing strengths at each position and debating potential stat leaders (00:39:41 - 00:44:48). Fan Interaction: The audience influences the draft order, and hosts respond to live chat comments, adding a fun, interactive element (00:04:06 - 00:05:55). Season Outlook: Discussion on the competitive nature of the Big Ten, with no expected undefeated teams due to the conference's depth (00:49:09 - 00:49:14). Useful Timestamps 00:00:00 - 00:00:48: Introduction to the Big Ten Huddle and episode overview. 00:01:39 - 00:02:07: Explanation of draft rules and positions. 00:05:15 - 00:05:35: JR's first pick (CJ Nunley, Purdue) and strategy reveal. 00:06:50 - 00:08:34: Zach's first picks (Jonah Coleman, Washington; Nico Iamalaiava, UCLA). 00:39:41 - 00:40:45: Zach recaps his team. 00:41:00 - 00:42:30: JR recaps his team. 00:44:02 - 00:45:21: Hosts compare team strengths and discuss potential stat leaders. 00:48:28 - 00:49:19: Closing thoughts on the draft and Big Ten season excitement. Additional The Big Ten Huddle Channels: @TheBigTenHuddleBasketball @TheOhioStateHuddle More from JR: Personal Twitter: https://x.com/jrs_rankings Big Ten Twitter: https://x.com/TheBigTenHuddle Read JR's Ohio State coverage: https://scarletandgame.com/author/jrhoades1 Read JR's Illinois coverage: https://writingillini.com/author/jrhoades1 SPONSORS Coach's Film Room - Sign up for the Menace Army: Colonel tier at https://menace2sports.com/channels/coachs-film-room Bleav - https://bleav.com/ Homefield - https://www.homefieldapparel.com/?rfsn=7872586.e3e1d25 | Coupon Code: TBTH Catch The Big Ten Huddle Football Episodes 3 times a week. Here is when to catch our live or premiere episodes that are about an hour long (eastern time): Sunday at 9 PM w/ Zack Tuesday at 9 PM w/ Zack Thursday at 9 PM w/ Jeff You can also expect videos by JR throughout the week covering news and interesting topics. *All times are Eastern time AUDIO ONLY PLATFORMS The Big Ten Huddle is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon. LISTEN: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/TheBigTenHuddle LEAVE a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-college-huddle-podcast/id1703305789 STREAM on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4tMaraKvafFzjUrXGq2c4w The Big Ten Huddle is a podcast dedicated to providing honest, humorous, and insightful analysis of Big Ten football and basketball. With a focus on challenging the national bias, especially against the SEC, hosts JR and Zack offer unfiltered discussions that engage fans of all Big Ten teams. Though critical at times, they always aim to defend the conference and give credit where it’s due, bringing humor and deep analysis together for a unique listening experience. Rooted in values of integrity, passion, and community, The Big Ten Huddle strives to become the go-to voice for Big Ten sports fans. There is no show out there like The Big Ten Huddle! 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5102755454124032 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.