In today's edition of Big Ten Country, Kenneth Davis and James Neveau have the very latest updates about College Football 25 from EA Sports (1:40). They delve into how the game captures the traditions of college football while also integrating incredible new gameplay features, including wear-and-tear and football-accurate tackling, playcalling and more. The guys break down Kasparas Jakucionis coming to Illinois and Ben Humrichous agreeing to stay in Champaign, and they also discuss how Brad Underwood's roster is taking shape (15:38). Finally, James and Ken share their feelings on the death of Bill Walton, whose impact was felt far beyond the basketball court (32:53).

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In an absolutely jampacked Big Ten Country, James Neveau and Kenneth Davis break down Northwestern's narrow loss to Boston College in the women's lacrosse title game. Later, the guys delve into the landmark House v. NCAA case, with a settlement paving the way for athletes to be paid directly by schools amid a new revenue sharing plan. Finally, the guys react to the Big Ten's robust Friday night schedule, discussing its impact on athletes and on the world of high school football.

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Join hosts James Neveau and Kenneth Davis on the Big Ten Country Podcast as they team up with gaming reporter Mike Straw to dissect the highly anticipated return of EA Sports' College Football 25. From discussing the unexpected revival of the game (5:55) to analyzing gameplay mechanics and features (17:07), the trio delves into all aspects of this upcoming release. They explore topics such as player name and likeness, gameplay differences, and the absence of certain fan-favorite features (27:40), offering insightful commentary and lively debate along the way. Don't miss this deep dive into the world of college football gaming.

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