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The Iowa Hawkeyes did exactly what they were supposed to do in a Week 3 55-0 romp over Northern Iowa. It's what was expected, which is why it was so refreshing to see.

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Iowa at Michigan odds: Opening point spread revealed

Saturday will bring a bunch of games between Big Ten opponents. No game will bring more interest than the Michigan Wolverines welcoming the Iowa Hawkeyes to Ann Arbor.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 21

Iowa Football Week 4 Depth Chart: Hawkeyes Name QB1, But Raise Health Concerns

After sitting some key starters in Week 3, the Iowa Hawkeyes appeared to be heading towards a clean bill of health entering the Big Ten opener against the Michigan Wolverines on the road.

College Football News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 21

Biggest Unknowns About Iowa Football Entering Big Ten Play

The nonconference slate is over, and it's officially time for the Iowa Hawkeyes to enter the Big Ten gauntlet, which, to be quite honest, begins as one of the most serious gauntlets of any schedule in college football.

Did the Top 25 Polls Get Iowa Football Right Ahead of a Ranked Showdown vs Michigan?

As if the Iowa Hawkeyes' Week 4 game against the Michigan Wolverines needed any more juice and pomp to it, the top 25 poured a little bit more gasoline on the fire that is both teams' Big Ten opener.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 20

Iowa Football Report Card: Hawkeyes Passed The Easy Stuff, Honors Classes Next

Alright, then. The Iowa Hawkeyes might just be more than an elite defense and offense looking to find points anywhere it can. This team might be ready to take the next step, and the nonconference slate proved it.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 20

Iowa Football Stock Report: First Quarter of the Season Sees Early Returns

Northern Iowa wasn't necessarily supposed to be much of a proving ground for the Iowa Hawkeyes, as they were always supposed to be a big favorite, but the win taught us quite a bit about this team during a 55-0- win.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 19

What Went Right - And Wrong - For Iowa Football vs Northern Iowa

There are good days. Then there are great days. For the Iowa Hawkeyes, the Week 3 performance against Northern Iowa in a 55-0 victory would count as a great day.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 19

Iowa Football's Biggest Winners in Week 3 Win Over Northern Iowa

Could you have asked for things to go any better if you were the Iowa Hawkeyes? The final nonconference game of the season against Northern Iowa was meant to be a time to perfect everything, and the Hawkeyes did just that.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 19

3 Things I Need Iowa Football To Show Me Against Northern Iowa

This Saturday is Iowa's final chance to clean up any messes when Northern Iowa comes to Kinnick Stadium. Iowa is a heavy favorite in this game and, while they shouldn't dismiss the Panthers, the Hawkeyes need to use this opportunity to work through any lingering issues.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 19

Iowa Hawkeyes Weather Report: Week 3 Forecast Could Change Gameplans

Week 3 of the college football season has arrived, and that brings the University of Northern Iowa Panthers to Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa, to take on the Iowa Hawkeyes.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 19

Iowa Football vs Northern Iowa: Preview, Storylines

The Iowa Hawkeyes are out to a 2-0 start on the 2026 season. Up next is a chance to sweep the three-game nonconference slate when the Northern Iowa Panthers enter Kinnick Stadium this Saturday.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 18

Air Raid: 3 Bold Predictions for the Iowa Hawkeyes vs Northern Iowa

The Iowa Hawkeyes have not thrown for 300 yards since Nate Stanley did so all the way back in 2019. It is the longest streak in the FBS, and one that Iowa doesn't really seem to mind.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 18

'Work the Hardest the Longest': Iowa Football's Mantra Embodies the Hawkeyes

They may not win every big game, but there is no doubt in anyone's mind that the Iowa Hawkeyes are going to come at you full force for four quarters, making you earn every single yard and every single play.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 18

Dress Rehearsal: The Iowa Hawkeyes With the Most to Gain Against Northern Iowa

It may be the final nonconference game for the Iowa Hawkeyes this Saturday, but it's also a dress rehearsal of sorts for Kirk Ferentz and his team. This

College Football News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 18

Iowa vs Northern Iowa: EA Sports College Football 27 Simulation Results

This week's EA Sports College Football 27 took some creativity, but we managed. We have a first look at what might go down when the Iowa Hawkeyes welcome the Northern Iowa Panthers to Kinnick Stadium on Saturday for their final nonconference game.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 18

Iowa Football vs Northern Prediction: New Faces Steal the Day for the Hawkeyes

The hard part of the nonconference slate is out of the way. The Iowa Hawkeyes solved the puzzle against Iowa State this year, and now have a chance to stay unblemished in nonconference action.

Cam Buffington News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 17

Iowa LB Cam Buffington Ahead of Schedule, Thriving for the Hawkeyes

I think it's fair to say that Cam Buffington has arrived. Tallying 15 tackles in the Cy-Hawk game to be the leading force shutting down Iowa State's offense on the way to a home in-state rivalry victory is a true coming-out party for the Iowa Hawkeyes' linebacker.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 17

Is Iowa Football Doing More With Less? The Hawkeyes' NIL Budget Tells the Story

Does it come as any sort of surprise that the Iowa Hawkeyes are winning in the traditional way? Kirk Ferentz and his staff have grown to use the transfer portal more and more, but Iowa's success is still rooted in development.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 17

Iowa Women's Basketball: Takeaways, Expectations for the Hawkeyes' Big Ten Schedule

The Iowa Hawkeyes women's basketball team is reloading for the 2026-27 season. They brought in elite high school talent, dug into the portal for plug-and-play starters, and brought back veteran scorers ready to take the next step.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 17

Make or Break: Iowa Basketball's Big Ten Success Could Boil Down a Four-Game Stretch

It's hard to know how teams are going to fare at this point before the college basketball season, but it's easier to look at a schedule and know a tough stretch when you see it.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 17

3 Iowa Hawkeyes Ready to Take Advantage of Opportunities vs Northern Iowa

This weekend presents the Iowa Hawkeyes with a unique opportunity on multiple fronts when Northern Iowa comes to Kinnick Stadium for a Week 2 showdown.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 16

What Stands Out About Iowa Basketball's Big Ten Schedule? Instant Takeaways

Ben McCollum is entering his second year as the head coach of the Iowa Hawkeyes, which means it's time to go from the Cinderella story to a consistent contender.

College Football News / Field Level Media / September 9

No. 21 Iowa, Iowa State ramp up for defining moment in Cy-Hawk rivalry

Iowa State emerged victorious in its last two trips to Iowa City, but that was under former coach Matt Campbell. New Cyclones coach Jimmy Rogers matches wits against Iowa coaching legend Kirk Ferentz in the Cy-Hawk rivalry for the first time on Saturday night when Iowa State and the No.