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Iowa Bounces Back With High-Scoring Conference Win

Following their 90-64 blowout loss against the top-ranked UConn Huskies last week, the Iowa Hawkeyes - newly ranked No. 14 themselves - had no time to breathe.

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Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 28

Iowa Heavily Favored in Non-Conference Closer

In what has felt like no time at all, the Iowa Hawkeyes are well into their first season under head coach Ben McCollum. After having been hired earlier

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 28

Why Iowa Should Score Triple Digits vs. UMass Lowell

One of the main critiques of the Iowa Hawkeyes' season has been their lack of quality wins. Earlier in the year, they took down the likes of Xavier and Ole Miss, but since they've played teams like Western Michigan and Bucknell.

Three Last Minute Iowa vs. Penn State Predictions

Conference play is set to resume for the No. 14 Iowa Hawkeyes as they host Penn State. The Nittany Lions sit at 7-5 (0-1), so it's not surprising to see them unranked.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 27

Iowa DC Wins Inaugural Tom Moore Legacy Award

The No. 23 Iowa Hawkeyes are gearing up to finish what has been an up, down and all around season of football with a match in the ReliaQuest bowl against the Vanderbilt Commodores.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 27

How Iowa Fares Ahead of B1G Play

The Iowa Hawkeyes' 1-1 record in B1G play, while barely good for a top 10 placement in the conference for the time being, hardly reflects the team's success under first-year head coach Ben McCollum thus far this season.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 27

Iowa Eyes More Difficult Schedule in 2026

One of the biggest arguments for the Iowa Hawkeyes No. 25 ranking is the simple fact they haven't beaten anyone notable. Sure, they took down teams like Xavier and Ole Miss, but those are really the only quality wins on their schedule.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 27

Iowa's Two Keys To Victory vs. Penn State

Sitting at 10-2 (1-0), the Big Ten grind starts now. Head coach Jan Jensen knows her Iowa Hawkeyes are coming off an extremely embarrassing loss, but at the end of the day it was to the No.

TJ Hall News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 27

Iowa Receives Positive News Ahead of ReliaQuest Bowl

Being spotted at practice is one thing, but wearing a uniform and practicing is another. Thankfully for the Iowa Hawkeyes, cornerback TJ Hall is set to practice on December 27.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 27

Iowa's Tim Lester Applauds Players' Bowl Game Choice

Pitted against the No. 14 Vanderbilt Commodores in the incoming ReliaQuest Bowl, the Iowa Hawkeyes (ranked just inside the line at No. 23 themselves) are looking to capitalize with another win at the end of their 8-4 overall season.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 26

Iowa Players Highlight Importance Of Playing in ReliaQuest Bowl

While it's not like the ReliaQuest Bowl has a rich history like the Rose Bowl, the Iowa Hawkeyes know not every team has a chance to take the field together one last time.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 26

Star DB Returning to Iowa For 2026 Season

Now more than ever, colleges are having to post about players returning to their program for the following season. When it comes to defensive back Koen Entringer's time with the Iowa Hawkeyes, things were different.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 26

Iowa Must Move Forward Without Emely Rodriguez

It wasn't surprising to see Iowa Hawkeyes guard Emely Rodriguez sit out of their game against No. 1 UConn. Head coach Jan Jensen hasn't had much to say about the status of the 6' sophomore other than the obvious.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 26

Transfer Portal Won't Be Cheap For Iowa

Now that NIL deals are the focus of everything, the transfer portal has taken over college sports. Time and time again, these collegiate athletes believe they can leave their current school to chase a bag elsewhere, and the Iowa Hawkeyes will be watching.

Mark Gronowski News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 26

Mark Gronowski Deserves to be Iowa's ReliaQuest Bowl Starter

In the modern era of college football, Iowa Hawkeyes fans must get used to these "one-and-done" type players. While it would be a great to get a glimpse into the future, that could come at some point later in the game if it's a blowout.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 25

Iowa Given Favorable Outlook in Latest Bracketology

After their latest win over the Bucknell Bison - to a brutal final score of 94-39, no less - the Iowa Hawkeyes entered the AP Poll for the first time since November 2022, ranked No.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 25

Iowa's Ben McCollum Bridging Gap With Historic Team

Under head coach Ben McCollum in his first season, the Iowa Hawkeyes have redefined the men's basketball program. What had been, in recent years, a relatively down-trodden tradition has quickly turned into a formidable, smash-mouth style B1G competitor.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 25