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Cy-Hawk Rivalry Extended - But At What Cost for the Iowa Hawkeyes?

You know what they say: the more things change, the more they stay the same. In today's ever-changing world of college football, things between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Iowa State Cyclones are staying the same.

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Kirk Ferentz, Iowa confident in both Hank Brown, Jeremy Hecklinski amid QB battle

Ferentz and the Hawkeyes wanted quarterbacks they could mold.

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Kirk Ferentz News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 27

Five Big Questions for Iowa Football and Kirk Ferentz at Big Ten Media Days

It's not truly the start of college football season, but Big Ten Media Days do ring in a sense that it is upon us. With the Big Ten Media Days approaching from July 28 to July 30 in Chicago, the Iowa Hawkeyes are slated to meet with the media on Tuesday, July 28, as part of the first group of teams.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 27

Iowa Football's Spot in Big Ten Preseason Media Poll Creates More Questions

You can smell it. It's in the air. It's almost here. College football season is just around the corner, and that means preseason polls, predictions, and the overanalysis of every inch of every team as we try to glean any info we can ahead of this season.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 27

The Gap Between Iowa Football and a Big Ten Title Is Smaller Than It Seems

You read that headline correctly. The Iowa Hawkeyes are closer to being a legitimate competitor for the Big Ten title than you may think. This team is knocking on the door despite many people choosing to ignore the noise.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 26

How to Watch Big Ten Media Days, Biggest Iowa Football Storylines to Follow

College football season is rapidly approaching, and the Big Ten Media Days are an unofficial kickoff to excitement, nervousness, and anticipation. As the conference descends upon Chicago to discuss the upcoming 2026 season, the Iowa Hawkeyes roll into town with plenty of questions and storylines surrounding their campaign.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 25

Big Ten Media Days: 3 Questions Iowa Football Should Be Asked — But Won't

Let's be honest for a minute - how direct do we really expect questions at Big Ten Media Days to be? Seriously. It's going to be a basketball layup line of questions tossed to these coaches and players.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 25

Iowa Football Isn't a Blue Blood Program, But They Are Within Shouting Distance

113-54. 67.7% winning percentage. 13 bowl trips. That's the Iowa Hawkeyes' resume since 2013, almost a decade and a half of sustained, consistent success.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 23

Predicting Iowa Football's 2026 All-Big Ten Selections

It's not really if, but how many Iowa Hawkeyes earn All-Big Ten honors every year. The team produces stars every single year, turning under-recruited talents into nationally recognized talents at the highest level in the Big Ten.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 22

Reality Check: Iowa's Quarterback Situation Compared to the Rest of College Football

No, you are not stuck on the same song playing on repeat for the sixth season in a row. It actually is another year of the Iowa Hawkeyes entering the season without a solidified or confident answer at the quarterback position.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 21

Don't Sleep on Iowa: Reasons to Believe the Hawkeyes Can Exceed Expectations

Whether you want to believe it or not, Iowa was right there in 2025. The Hawkeyes lost to Indiana in a game they had a hold of late. Oregon beat them by two.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 20

Iowa Football Schedule: Pros and Cons of Hawkeyes' 2026 Slate

The 2026 schedule for the Iowa Hawkeyes isn't too different from prior years in the newly expanded Big Ten. There is a trip out West, the draws of a few top teams, but the occasional matchup against a Big Ten whipping boy.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 20

One Characteristic Puts Iowa Football OL Among the Nation's Best Groups

Success for the Iowa Hawkeyes over the past few seasons has started and ended with the offensive line. As far as that group goes, Iowa goes. It has paved the way for Kaleb Johnson, who posted a historic year in 2024, and created massive running lanes for Mark Gronowski, Kamari Moulton, and others in 2025.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 19

Iowa Football's Biggest Question Grows Louder, But When Will It Be Answered?

Late July is upon us, and the smell of training camp is in the air for college football teams across the country. We've almost made it through the dog days of summer that are often filled with predictions, guesswork, and excitement met with caution from fans.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 18

Iowa Football: Bold Defensive Predictions for the 2026 Hawkeyes

Bold is a funny word to use alongside the Iowa Hawkeyes' defense. It isn't necessarily a "bold" unit, but rather a steady force that is always going to be a top 10-15 unit in college football.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 17

Iowa Basketball: Can Tate Sage Take the Next Step Into Stardom?

The Iowa Hawkeyes are entering Year 2 of the Ben McCollum era, and expectations aren't dwindling. Following the NCAA Tournament run last year, Iowa enters the 2026-27 season with high hopes of sustained success in the program.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 17

ESPN Computer Predicts Every Iowa Football Game in 2026 Season

College football season begins next month, and the anticipation is palpable for teams across the country. The Iowa Hawkeyes start the year against the Northern Illinois Huskies on Labor Day weekend to get the 2026 campaign underway.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 17

Predicting Iowa Football's Running Game Floor and Ceiling in 2026

If the Iowa Hawkeyes are going to find sustained, consistent success in 2026, it starts and ends with the ground game. The quarterback battle is its own saga, which could turn things sideways, but a stable rushing attack is a must for Iowa and offensive coordinator Tim Lester.

Kirk Ferentz News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 15

Should Kirk Ferentz Remain Among the Top 25 Head Coaches in College Football?

No one has been around college football entering the 2026 season than Kirk Ferentz, the head coach of the Iowa Hawkeyes. Manning the position since 1999, Kirk Ferentz has been a staple of Iowa, the Big Ten, and college football.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 14

Iowa Football: Bold Offensive Predictions for the 2026 Hawkeyes

A year of new faces, a new quarterback, and shuffling across the board has the Iowa Hawkeyes' offense set up for a multitude of outcomes that will define their success in 2026.

MLB News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 13

Iowa Infielder Kooper Schulte Selected by New York Mets in 2026 MLB Draft

Iowa Hawkeyes' infielder Kooper Schulte was drafted by the New York Mets in the 20th round with the No. 600 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. Schulte batted .274 this past season and started in all 56 games for Iowa.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 13

5 Iowa Football Storylines Not Getting Enough Attention

It's natural. The quarterback battle is going to command the attention of every headline and conversation about the Iowa Hawkeyes entering 2026. Is it going to be Hank Brown or Jeremy Hecklinski starting in Week 1?

Iowa beats out Big Ten rivals in battle for intriguing RB recruit

The Iowa Hawkeyes have picked up an important recruiting win on the 2027 recruiting trail.

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Iowa Hawkeyes News / Yardbarker / April 30

Steelers' Gennings Dunker explains Iowa's secret to elite offensive line play

Ferentz has sent a ton of great offensive linemen into the league, and the latest is Gennings Dunker, who was selected No. 96 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft by the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Which Steelers draft picks will make an impact first?

Why Steelers made unexpected Aaron Rodgers decision amid uncertainty

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