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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.

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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 23

Iowa Football: Simulating Hawkeyes' 2026 Season on EA Sports College Football 27

Predicting any college football season has become harder than ever. The transfer portal changes rosters rapidly, and you can have teams that fit together nicely, while others can't figure it out.

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

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 Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 12

Ranking Iowa Football Quarterbacks of the 2020s

Quarterback play hasn't exactly been something the Iowa Hawkeyes have hung their hats on the past few seasons. It has been a revolving door of players taking snaps, with a lot of inconsistency and injuries bogging down the offense.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 12

Fast Iowa Football Start Could Create Huge Primetime Clash

The Iowa Hawkeyes open the 2026 slate with three very manageable games, and if we can all be honest with each other, anything besides 3-0 before Big Ten play opens up could realistically write off any College Football Playoff chances for this team.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 11

Breaking Down Where Iowa Landed in ESPN's Preseason FPI Rankings

As they say: you play the game on the field. Still, the numbers and data like to paint a picture of teams on paper with analytics, metrics, and predictions.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 10

Which Coaches on Iowa Football's 2026 Schedule Are on the Hot Seat?

Is Kirk Ferentz on the hot seat for the Iowa Hawkeyes? No. Never. He gets to be the one and only person who decides when he is done as Iowa's head coach.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 10

Iowa Hawkeyes Losing Iconic Landmark - But It's Not All Bad

Kinnick Stadium is as iconic a college football stadium as any in America. Having opened in 1929, the home of the Iowa Hawkeyes is nearing its 100th birthday, despite plenty of changes over the years.

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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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.

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Iowa Hawkeyes News / Yardbarker / April 15

Iowa's Kirk Ferentz responds to NCAA punishment for tampering

The Iowa Hawkeyes are going to accept the punishment handed down to them by the NCAA for allegedly tampering with quarterback Cade McNamara before he entered the transfer portal in 2022.

Concerning details emerge about Deion Sanders' Colorado program

Texas QB Arch Manning opens up about offseason surgery ahead of open practice

Manning embracing high expectations in 2026: 'No one's going to stop me'

Texas A&M's incredible recruiting class gets stronger with elite WR

Brian Kelly strongly defends LSU tenure

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