Iowa Hawkeyes: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Did Iowa's Latest Win Warrant a Bigger Jump in the AP Top 25 and Coaches Poll?

Through the first six weeks of the college football season, the Iowa Hawkeyes have been a staple in the rankings. After starting the season ranked, Iowa's 5-1 record has them firmly in the polls, but are the Hawkeyes ranked high enough?

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Iowa Football's CFP Odds Surge as ESPN FPI Ranking Takes a Jump

The Iowa Hawkeyes put on quite a show in Seattle on Friday night on the way to a 41-24 victory over Washington that really wasn't even that close. It spurred Iowa on to a 5-1 record, with a 2-1 mark in Big Ten play, and has opened the door to start dreaming.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 11

What to Make of Iowa Football's Remaining Schedule as CFP Path Opens Up

The bye week has come at just the right time for the Iowa Hawkeyes. Smack dab in the middle of a 12-game season, Iowa gets some much-needed rest this weekend, which is extended by one extra day after handling Washington on Friday night.

Hank Brown News / Yardbarker / October 9

Iowa set to be without starting QB Hank Brown on Friday night

The Iowa Hawkeyes got some unfortunate injury news Friday morning ahead of a pivotal Big Ten showdown against the Washington Huskies.

Report: Iowa QB Jeremy Hecklinski to start vs. Washington

Big Ten commissioner emphatically shuts down expansion rumors

Michigan TE apologizes following leaked messages directed at coach

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Jeremy Hecklinski News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 9

Iowa Football QB Jeremy Hecklinski to Start vs. Washington: What Can We Expect?

After much speculation this week around the Iowa Hawkeyes and their quarterback situation, which was in flux starting last Saturday afternoon, we have our starter against the Washington Huskies.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 9

Iowa Football vs Washington Forecast: Chance of Purple Rain in Seattle

Could the Iowa Hawkeyes finally see some adversity in the weather department this year? After five straight games of pristine weather, a trip to Seattle, where it's always rainy, is at least making the Hawkeyes think about potential weather impacts.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 9

Iowa Football vs Washington: Preview, Storylines

The Iowa Hawkeyes don't have to wait long to get back into action. This week is a Friday night kickoff against the Washington Huskies at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington, which should have the full attention of the Big Ten.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 8

Can Iowa Football Find Continuity in the Run Game or Running Back Room?

For one reason or another, the Iowa Hawkeyes simply cannot get things going on the ground against Power Four teams this year. After running for just 39 yards against Ohio State, I dug into the numbers, and it isn't pretty.

College Football News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 8

Iowa's Biggest Defensive Question vs Washington: How Long Can the Hawkeyes Hold?

It's not the exact same song as we have seen before with the Iowa Hawkeyes, but this is certainly a remix or at least on the same album. It's the song where the chorus falls on Phil Parker's defense stepping up to keep Iowa hanging around in a tough road game that the Hawkeyes have to win.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 7

Breaking Tendencies: Iowa's Biggest Offensive Question Against Washington

Let's just be honest for a moment: this is not the ideal week for the Iowa Hawkeyes to have a cross-country road trip on a short week against a desperate Big Ten team.

Kirk Ferentz News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 7

Is Kirk Ferentz Giving the Full Story on Iowa's QB Health? I Think So - Here's Why

The quarterback situation is taking over the headlines surrounding the Iowa Hawkeyes again. This time, it isn't for a quarterback competition. It's more of a matter of who is going to start this week's game against Washington due to health concerns.

College Football News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 6

Iowa Football QB Hank Browns Put His Own Status Against Washington Into Question

It appears that the Iowa Hawkeyes' Week 6 depth chart ahead of the Friday night showdown against the Washington Huskies may see some movement when push comes to shove.

College Football News / 5 GOATs / October 6

Iowa at Washington odds: Opening point spread revealed

Iowa and Washington are ready for a pivotal Big Ten showdown to highlight Week 6 of the college football regular season and the odds, via the Polymarket App, have been revealed.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 6

Iowa Football Bowl Projections: Hawkeyes Remain in College Football Playoff Picture

The Iowa Hawkeyes going bowling is as close to a lock as there is in this world. I don't want to say it's guaranteed yet because, well, it is college football we are talking about.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 5

ESPN FPI Shows Iowa Football's Outlook Remains Strong After Ohio State Loss

At 4-1, everything is in front of the Iowa Hawkeyes. This record at this point in the season, which includes splitting games against Michigan and Ohio State, plus a Cy-Hawk win, is a success for the Hawkeyes.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Yardbarker / October 5

Kirk Ferentz, Iowa taking it day-by-day after loss to Ohio State

The challenges won't end for Iowa just because one of the best teams in the country is now in the rearview of the schedule.

Jeremiah Smith has another historic day in No. 5 Ohio State's rout of No. 14 Iowa

Jeremiah Smith shatters more records as No. 5 Ohio State bashes No. 14 Iowa

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Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 5

Iowa Hawkeyes: Pat McAfee Makes Incredible Donation to UI Stead Family Children's Hospital

The scene this past weekend in Iowa City was unbelievable. The atmosphere around Iowa City was buzzing from start to finish, and it reminded everyone why college sports can be one of the best things in the world.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 5

Iowa Football Week 6 Depth Chart: QB Health Highlights the Takeaways

While some may have suspected changes coming in this week's depth chart for the Iowa Hawkeyes after Hank Brown left the game versus Ohio State banged up, which opened the door for Jeremy Hecklinski to engineer a touchdown drive, things are staying the same.