Press Box Banter | Mental toughness and mindset with Brian Allen Jr.

From his first collegiate sack to overcoming injury, Brian Allen Jr. looks ahead to his senior season.

Madeleine Willis, Senior Audio Producer

April 7, 2025

WWBD.

The acronym could mean many things, but to Brian Allen Jr., he grew up with the mantra, “what would Bron–Lebron James–do? In this episode of Press Box Banter we’ll talk with defensive end Brian Allen Jr., and ask him, what would Brian Allen do?

Press Box Banter is The Daily Iowan’s weekly sports podcast. On each episode, we discuss the latest news in Iowa athletics, make predictions for upcoming games, and feature a special guest.

This episode of Press Box Banter is hosted by Brad Schultz and Matt McGowan and produced by Madeleine Willis. This episode was recorded on April 4.

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