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The Jackrabbit Illustrated team puts together four different podcast shows throughout the year. They primarily highlight Jackrabbit football but cover wrestling, basketball and other sports too. Guests have included current athletes, current coaches, former SDSU greats, and even on-air anchors for Sportscenter and ESPN College Football! You can find them wherever you get your podcasts.
The real analysts are back in the studio! Ben, Brendan, and Chad hop on the mics for another unfiltered episode of The B-Team! We’ll break down a tale of two halves and map out what it’s going to take to survive a massive Missouri Valley gauntlet test. In this week’s episode, the guys react to […]
The Valley gauntlet has officially begun! In this episode of the Jackrabbit Illustrated B-Team: Scared Money Don’t Make Money Show, Ben, Brendan, and Alex dive headfirst into the fallout from the conference opener against the Youngstown State Penguins. We deliver a full post-game reaction, unpacking the tactical takeaways, key player metrics, and what this critical […]
The B-Team is back to break down a gritty MVFC battle and map out the blueprint for moving forward without our QB1. In this episode of the Jackrabbit Illustrated Podcast, the crew dives deep into a wild, hard-nosed 27-20 victory over the Youngstown State Penguins at the Dykhouse. It wasn’t always pretty, but the Jacks […]
The A-Team is back to break down a classic, hard-nosed Missouri Valley battle and layout the blueprint for next week! In this episode of the Jackrabbit Illustrated podcast, Matt and Chad dive deep into the film rooms to dissect yesterday’s thrilling, gritty 27-20 victory over the Youngstown State Penguins at the Dykhouse. We are covering […]
Brendan and the Borg chop it up about the YSU game and other FCS happenings across the country
Scared money don’t make money—and the Valley gauntlet is officially here !In this episode of the Jackrabbit Illustrated podcast, Ben, Brendan, and Alex link up with special guest Gino Leone from the Penguin Nation Fans Podcast to unpack a massive week of Missouri Valley Football Conference action. First, the guys recap the South Dakota State […]
The B-Team is back with full-blown MVFC game-week energy! In this episode, the guys pull up the chairs to recap the South Dakota State Jackrabbits’ commanding bounce-back victory over the New Haven Chargers at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium. We dive into what finally clicked, how the execution leveled up, and why the game was exactly […]
A 70-point explosion to open the season followed by a tough battle in Evanston? Forget about it—the Jackrabbits just took care of business at home! Join Matt and Chad on the Jackrabbit Illustrated A-Team as they break down every major takeaway, highlight, and defensive stand from last night’s decisive Beef Bowl victory over the New […]
Grab your favorite late-night beverage and join Brendan and Zach Borg for the ultimate after-dark breakdown of South Dakota State’s commanding 57-14 victory over the New Haven Chargers. Following a frustrating road trip last week, the Jacks returned to Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium and executed the perfect “get right game” to get back into the […]
The B-Team is back, slightly bruised, but fully lubricated and ready to pick up the pieces. On this episode, the guys recap last Saturday’s tough battle against Northwestern. It didn’t bounce our way, but we’re breaking down the key moments and turning the page. The crew will then shift focus to this Sunday’s matchup against […]
Welcome to the Jackrabbit Illustrated B Team: Scared Money Don’t Make Money (SMDMM) Show, your go-to podcast for everything Missouri Valley Football Conference (MVFC) and gridiron gambling! Hosted by Ben, Brendon, and Alex, this show is built for the die-hard fans who know that fortune favors the bold. Each week, the guys break down the […]
The Jackrabbit Illustrated A-Team is back to break down a tough road loss and preview what lies ahead for South Dakota State. Hosts Matt and Chad dive deep into the film following the Jackrabbits’ disappointing performance against the Northwestern Wildcats. While the loss stung, the focus quickly shifts forward to next week’s matchup at Dana […]
“Scared Money Don’t Make Money” is locking in! Join Alex, Ben, and Brendan as Jackrabbit Illustrated’s premier betting show returns to hunt down the best value on the board. The guys are breaking down lines, setting expectations, and handing out their locked-in picks against the spread for the entire slate of Missouri Valley Football Conference […]
70 points to open the season? The varsity squad is rolling, but it’s time for the real (B-Team) analysts to clock in. Join Ben, Brendan, and Chad as they take over the mics to break down SDSU’s 70-7 blowout of Stetson. Expect fewer spreadsheets, way more hype, and the actual takeaways you care about. Plus, […]
Join Brendan and Zach for the after dark shenanigans you’ve come to love. They’ll go over the Stetson game and share their thoughts.
Join the Guys on their insights on the valley teams matchups and a selected game courtesy of www.fcsnationradio.com
Join the guys as they kickoff the Pod season for the B team.
Join the guys as they outline what to expect this year on special teams and what to look for in the season debut.
Join Timothy Rosario of The Bluebloods-FCS Central on Sports Illustrated and Alex Kenkel from Jackrabbit Illustrated as the get you ready to be the Swami of your friends and coworkers as they teach you what numbers matter and what don’t as you break down or preview a football game.
Join the Jackrabbit Illustrated gang as they help you get back into the football swing of things. Join “The JI Guys” as they outline their outlook for the conference in 2026 like only they can do, We’ll share any news and updates we may have; as well as talk about the upcoming season for Jackrabbit […]
Join the fellas as they discuss their thoughts on the upcoming 2026 NCAA Div1 Wrestling Tournament
Join the guys as they sit with Jackrabbit wrestling legend turned coach Clay Carlson as they discuss Clay’s Journey and the Rivalry with NDSU and the upcoming Battle for the Border Bell
Join the guys for some discussion on the wild weekend that was. Going to be a banger, bring your anger.
Join us for our annual recruiting special with SDSU Jackrabbits Head Football coach Dan Jackson #GoJacks
Ben, Brendan, and Alex pick the semifinal games against the spread
Ben, Brendan, and Alex pick the Quarterfinal FCS Playoff Games
Brendan and Borg break down the Montana game and the rest of the FCS action on the day, for the final time of this up and down 2025 season
Ben, Brendan, and Alex are joined by Fight on Montana’s Adam and Luke to preview the 2nd round and SDSU’s matchup @ Montana
Join the B- Team As they go Over the Win over UNH and look forward to the game in Missoula
Borg and Brendan break down the beat down the Jacks put on UNH and react to the rest of the results across the playoffs
Ben, Brendan, and Alex pick all of the playoff games against the spread
Join the A-team guys as they discuss the emotional 34-31 OT victory in Grand Forks, We’ll also get into the 1st round playoff matchup and the #FCSPlayoff bracket landscape.
Join the Guys for their latest takes and look forward to next week
Join the A-Team as they sit down and discuss the Game Vs Illinois State and look forward to the fight in Grand Forks with the Hawks
Join Alex, Chad and Jordon as they sit down with Assistant Jackrabbit Wrestling Coach: Cody Caldwell
Ben, Brendan, and Alex pick this week’s MVFC games plus a few extra
Join the B-Team as they look forward to the last regular season home game for the 2025 season
Join the guys to discuss the last game vs USD and the season going forward.
Borg and Brendan go over the USD game and the rest of the happenings across the FCS
Brendan and Borg go over the biggest upset of the Jacks at Dana J ever by Indiana St and go over what should go down as chaos Saturday across the FCS.
Join the guys for the typical Shenanigans as they talk about the game that was and moving forward.
Join the A-Team for a Breakdown of the Dakota Marker and a look forward to Indiana State
Scared Money Don’t Make Money – 2025 Marker Game
In this Episode we breakdown the win over the Murray State Racers, and we’ll talk about the upcoming, Top-Rated, FCS matchup for the Dakota Marker.
Borg and Brendan break down the Murray St win before the all important Dakota Marker game, as well as going over the rest of the results in the FCS this week.
The star of the show, Alex Kenkel, will join his lowly cohosts Ben and Brendan to pick MVFC games against the spread.
In the episode you can join the guys as they go over the Hobo Day game (Vs. Northern Iowa) and experience. We will also preview Murray State and can all but guarantee Horse discussion and Horseplay.
Join the A-Team as we discuss all things Hobo Day and game and look forward to the tip to Murray State.
Ben, Alex, and Brendan continue to go head-to-head picking games, go over the week that was and who was good and who was bad, as well as other general tomfoolery Brought to you by Cubby’s
Join the B-Team as they discuss the victory over the YSU Penguins and look forward to the HOBO DAY game Vs UNI, with the tomfoolery that they have come to be known for.
Join Alex and Zach Borg as they recap the Jacks 35-30 win over Youngstown and other national headlines.
Join the A-Team as they discuss the Comeback win Vs YSU and Talk all things UNI And HOBO DAY!
Brendan and Alex go over the lines around the MVFC as well as a couple bonus ranked games as well! And with no Ben, who knows how long the show could go? The opportunities are limitless
Join the B-Team for their usual rascality, as they discuss the win over the Lakers of Mercyhurst and look forward to the upcoming match up the the featherless Penguins of Youngstown State.
Join the A-Team to talk about the teams progression shown in a 51-7 win over the Lakers of Mercyhurst, and Talk about the upcoming opponent Youngstown state. See you there!
Ben, Brendan, and Alex recap week 4 and look ahead to a 3 game slate in Week 5
Join the A-Team as they give their thoughts on the 37-21 Victory over the Bulldogs of Drake and Discuss where we thing we sit going into the bye week with Valley play quickly approaching. See you there!
The Guys sit down and discuss the Drake game with their usual shenanigans
Brendan and Borg break down the Drake game and the other happenings across the FCS that caught their attention.
The JI team is Joined by Jackrabbit Soccer Coach Brock Thompson and Midfielder Zoe Wittkop to learn more about the team and the upcoming Goald Game
Ben, Brendan, and Alex recap the week 2 picks and pick all the MVFC week 3 games
Ben, Brendan, and Chad give our thoughts on the Montana St. game and preview the Drake game
Brendan and Borg go over the double OT thriller in Bozeman as well as travelling around the FCS to cover all the wild and wacky happenings of the day.
Join the B-Team as they break down the 20-3 victory over the Sacramento State Hornets, and how that propels the team into the upcoming contest in Bozeman vs. the Montana St. Bobcats for their annual “GOLD RUSH” game. The Jacks face a second ranked opponent in so many weeks, and again go against a team […]
Join the JI Guys LIVE to discuss the results of the dominant 20-3 Victory over the Hornets of Sacramento State. we’ll also go over what the first trip to Bozeman looks like for the jacks as they are set to take on the “Cats” of Montana State. SEE YOU THEN!
Zach and Brendan wrap up the first game of the Dan Jackson and the performance against the much ballyhooed Go Go offense
The guys go live from @Wooden Legs Brewing in downtown Brookings for #Fancakes and to launch our collab Beer “Garage Time” Lemon Kolsch
Ben, Brendan, and Alex are back! We will unveil Alex’s punishment for losing the pick contest!
The New Look Jackrabbits will hit the gridiron this Saturday for their debut with First time Head Coach Dan Jackson. Ton’s of Storylines and new tidbits to cover for this year, we’ll go over a few as we sit sown with Jackrabbits Announcer Ryan Howlett.
Join the guys as they sit down with Ryan McKnight and discuss the offseason the upcoming season and what the Jackrabbit Former Players Association has been up to. We’ll also discuss what we think the 2-deep will look like for the start of the season as well as some “nuts and bolts” items and changes […]
In this episode the Guys sit down with defensive coordinator and safeties coach Coach Brian Bergstrom. The 2025 season marks the return of Coach Bergy who had previously led the Winona State squad for the past three seasons.
In this episode Matt sits down with Coach Eric Eidsness back for his Third stint with the Jackrabbits. For the 2025 season Coach Eidsness serves as both the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks’ coach.
In this episode the guys get together and discuss the upcoming season of valley football. Who are the probable front runners? Who will be the Dark-horse team of the season. How will all the portal additions and departures affect the league? This and many more questions tonight. Bring your favorite and Pop it in the […]
Join the guys as they get together and discuss all the goings on since the spring game. We’ve missed you all, so Join us, It will be like a family reunion with that one weird cousin. It might possibly be a bit awkward at times, but at the same time feels like home.
Join the JI Team as they sit down with the “new” (and former) Defensive Coordinator for the Jackrabbits. As they Start a Fresh campaign for the FCS Title in the 2025 Season!
The guys review the 2025 recruiting class with head coach, Dan Jackson. The guys review the 2025 recruiting class with head coach, Dan Jackson.
In this episode the guys sit down with Coach Cody Caldwell and Discuss how Jackrabbit wrestling has been going so far this year and they also take a look into what the rest of the season should look like, with the bulk of the home slate left.
Join the A-Team as they discuss all the goings on since the Emergency pod after the departure of the Previous staff at the end of the 24-25 season
We recap the semifinals, preview the championship, and probably talk about a few other things important to SDSU football at this time.
In this “Post-Game: episode Brendan and Zach discuss the SDSU Vs NDSU game (a bit) and then segue into… you guessed it, The coaching changes and it’s future for Jackrabbit football. They blow past the 1-hour mark like a 15MPH School zone in the Summer. Get your listen on!
In this episode the A-Team discusses their presumptive potential candidates for the next head football coach to lead the brotherhood at South Dakota State University
Very special guest Matthew Fraase joins us to discuss the big semifinal showdown.
Ben, Brendan, and Chad are joined by guest Zach McKinnell
Ben, Brendan, Alex, and the Kenkel model predict the Quarterfinal FCS Playoff games
Join the A-Team as they sit down with Special Guest and podcaster extraordinaire “The Rev” Dustin Helton to discuss the 35-18 Victory over the Montana Grizzlies and the upcoming bout with “The Word” (University of the incarnate word) for round 3 of the 2024 #FCSplayoffs
Scared Money Don’t Make Money – Round 2 Playoffs
Ben, Brendan, and Chad recap Rd 1 and preview the Montana matchup Feat Special Guest Same
In this episode the guys breakdown the games from the #2024FCSPlayoffs and look forward to the Jacks second round foe, and a Repeat of the ’24 National Championship game the Montan Grizzlies
The B team recaps the final regular season game and previews the FCS Playoffs
Join us as we pick all the first round games against the spread!
Join the A-Team and our Special Guest Kevin Marshall of FCS Nation Radio as we sit down and discuss the 45-9 win over Mo. State. and all of the FCS goings on. we will also Discuss Alex’s Lemonade stand and The FCS Playoffs. #LetsGo
The night before Selection Sunday, and all through the land FCS schools wonder, who the hell is getting the two seed after today
Join the B-Team as they Rundown the win over the Saluki dogs and Discuss the regular season final in Missouri Vs. The Mo. State Bears, as the Jacks send them off to the FBS.
Join the A-Team Guys as the breakdown the 41-10 win over the Southern Illinois Salukis and preview next weeks matchup with the Mo. St. Bears in Springfield Missouri.
Brendan and Borg break down the walloping of the Socklukis and other FCS games and happenings across the country.
