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Iowa's Ben McCollum Explains Late-Game Fouling Strategy

With a 9-2 overall record (despite an even 1-1 tally in conference play), head coach Ben McCollum's Iowa Hawkeyes have made a significant early splash in the B1G as a team surprisingly competitive in their first year under a new banner.

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Iowa RB Enters Transfer Portal

The Iowa Hawkeyes are set to lose their talented running back to the transfer portal when it opens on January 2, 2026. This comes after a successful early signing period in which Iowa bolstered its class of 2026. RB Terrell Washington Jr.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 19

Iowa Draws Tough Matchup In Latest Bracketology Projection

As it stands, the Iowa Hawkeyes are projected to be a No. 7 seed in March Madness. Everyone's favorite tournament is still months away, but it's something first year head coach Ben McCollum has his eyes on.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 18

Iowa Suspends Guard Before UConn Game

The Iowa Hawkeyes will be without their sophomore guard when they step onto the court for the highly anticipated matchup against No. 1 UConn in the Shark Beauty Women's Champions Classic on Dec.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 18

Iowa Can Hand UConn First Loss of the Season

Sitting at 10-1, the Iowa Hawkeyes are the No. 11 ranked team in the nation. Their loss to No. 10 Iowa State didn't impact them whatsoever as they stayed put in the latest edition of the AP Top 25.

Kirk Ferentz News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 18

Iowa Center Receives Top 100 NFL Prospect Ranking

The Iowa Hawkeyes, under head coach Kirk Ferentz, are one bowl game away from the end of another favorable year of football. With an 8-4 (6-3) overall

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 18

Iowa Guard Named to 2026 NBA Draft Top 100

While there was only one Iowa Hawkeyes player listed in the Top 100 prospects, it's great to see point guard Bennett Stirtz in the Top 20. ESPN's Jeremy Woo put together his 2026 NBA Draft big board rankings, one that saw Stirtz clock in at No.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 18

Iowa's Jan Jensen Discusses Unique UConn Preparations

December 20 is a date Iowa Hawkeyes fans have had circled on their calendar for quite some time. While they don't get to host UConn, it's a benefit they aren't forced to play in Connecticut.

College Football News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 18

300-Pound DL Linked To Iowa In Transfer Portal

Standing 6'3'' 300-pounds, this is the type of player that was built to be an Iowa Hawkeye. Not only is Joe Hjelle the size and stature of what head coach Kirk Ferentz is looking for, but he's also an Iowa native.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 18

Iowa Surges in NET Rankings After Western Michigan Win

The Iowa Hawkeyes, in the team's opening season under head coach Ben McCollum, have quickly familiarized themselves with the national spotlight. After

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 17

Iowa Trio Leading Nation in Efficiency

The 2025-26 Iowa Hawkeyes, currently boasting a 9-2 (1-1 in-conference) overall record, have wasted no time in forming a new identity under a new head coach.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 17

Iowa Got a Steal in Freshman Forward

In head coach Ben McCollum's first year behind the wheel for the Iowa Hawkeyes - an experiment that has, thus far, paid off in the form of a 9-2 record - the team's primary playmaking options have been upperclassmen.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 16

Tradon Bessinger Could Change Iowa's Offense Forever

At this point, the Iowa Hawkeyes may as well give Class of 2026 quarterback Tradon Bessinger a key to the city. After getting stellar QB play from Mark Gronowski this past season, Iowa knows they can still take it a step further.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 16

Latest Bracketology Projection Sees Iowa Trending Downward

While there's still so much time left in the season, it's always fun to keep up with Bracketology. March Madness is as good as it gets, and the Iowa Hawkeyes know this could be their year to make an impact.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 16

Iowa's Jan Jensen Provides Cryptic Update On Injured Guard

Having appeared in just six games this season, it seems like that may be all the Iowa Hawkeyes are getting out of Emely Rodriguez this season. The sophomore guard went down with an injury in Florida during the WBCA Showcase and hasn't returned since.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 16

Iowa Shouldn't Fear UConn in Champions Classic

In no world is head coach Jan Jensen going to let the Iowa Hawkeyes play scared against UConn. Sure, the Huskies may be the No. 1 team in the nation, but this is the type of challenge that gets teams ready for tournament time.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 16

Iowa Sees Slight Drop in National Ranking Despite Win

The Iowa Hawkeyes, entering their two-game stretch this past week, were widely seen as dangling on the edge of recognition in the AP Poll. Having received the most votes of all unranked teams for the honor, the Hawkeyes' road bout with the No.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 16

Iowa's AP Top 25 Ranking After Season's First Loss

After dropping their first game of the year, Iowa Hawkeyes fans were worried about how far they may fall in the AP Top 25. When the latest poll was released on Dec.

Kirk Ferentz News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 16

Iowa's Kirk Ferentz Extends Unbreakable Record

While Iowa Hawkeyes fans patiently await their New Year's Eve bowl game, they were thrilled to hear the news that head coach Kirk Ferentz would be returning to the program.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 15

Iowa Names MVPs At Team Awards

With just one game remaining before putting a wrap on the 2025 season, the Iowa Hawkeyes came together to name their offensive and defensive MVPs. During the team awards, the Hawkeyes named their Most Valuable Player on both sides of the ball.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 15

Iowa OL Accepts Panini Senior Bowl Invite

Last week, kicker Drew Stevens was the first Iowa Hawkeyes player to accept his invite to the 2026 Panini Senior Bowl. Each and every year, nearly all of the top seniors come together for one more game after their respective bowl games have come to an end.

Beau Stephens News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 15

Two Iowa Players Named AP First-Team All-Americans

Time and time again, the Iowa Hawkeyes offensive line is recognized. They're no joke, and it comes as no surprise that Rimington Trophy winner Logan Jones and 2026 Panini Senior Bowl player Beau Stephens made the list.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 15

Iowa Names Five Permanent Captains During Team Awards

Each and every year, the Iowa Hawkeyes come together for their annual team awards. A pair of players were named Roy J. Carver Most Valuable Player, but only one of those became a permanent team captain.

Iowa's Logan Jones wins the Rimington Trophy

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Audi Crooks continues unprecedented pace in Iowa State's win

Audi Crooks continues unprecedented pace in No. 10 Iowa State's win over No. 11 Iowa

The 10th-ranked Iowa State women held off a rally from No. 11 Iowa in a 74-69 win in the latest installment of the in-state rivalry on Wednesday night.

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In men's CBB news, No. 6 Purdue dusts off Minnesota with 50 second-half points

No. 7 Houston cruises to a big win over lowly Jackson State

No. 23 Nebraska whips Wisconsin, equals best start in school history