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Iowa Set To Begin Toughest Stretch Of Season

In the next two weeks, four of the Iowa Hawkeyes five games are against ranked opponents. Jan Jensen's squad currently sits at 15-2 (6-0) as their undefeated B1G record will be put to the test.

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Iowa Finally Earns First Quad 1 Win

The Iowa Hawkeyes never trailed as first-year head coach Ben McCollum picked up his first road win with the team. Not only was it their first road win, but it snapped a three-game losing streak that could've turned disastrous.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 18

Iowa HC Ignoring Outside Noise After Bounce Back Win

The Iowa Hawkeyes have finally picked up their first signature win, according to all conceivable metrics. After enduring a season-long losing streak, head coach Ben McCollum and his inaugural Hawkeyes roster took on an Indiana Hoosiers team to secure their first true road victory in blowout fashion.

College Basketball News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 17

Iowa Dominates Indiana for Blowout Road Win

The Iowa Hawkeyes were looking for anyway to get back to winning ways and they did just that in an emphatic, 74-57 road victory over the Indiana Hoosiers.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Big Ten Network / January 17

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Iowa Hawkeyes News / Big Ten Network / January 17

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College Football News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 17

Iowa Earns Visit From Ohio State Safety

Now that the transfer portal is closed, the Iowa Hawkeyes know exactly why they focus their attention on. If they hadn't brought in enough backup on defense, that could soon change.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 17

Iowa Earns First Commitment of 2027 Class

Jade Seubert won't have to move too far from home as the Wisconsin guard is the first player to commit to the Iowa Hawkeyes in the Class of 2027. Their Class of 2026 could still use a bit of work, but second year head coach Jan Jensen knows this is an extremely young team that has the potential to be great for years to come.

Iowa vs. Indiana Predictions: Bennett Stirtz Finally Hits 50%

After dropping three straight games, the Iowa Hawkeyes are looking to get back on track in Indiana. Playing on the road is no joke, and that's been something that has held this team back.

College Football News / Total Apex Sports / January 17

Penn State Wrestling Takes On Iowa Hawkeyes

You know the drill. Friday night. Carver-Hawkeye Arena. A sea of black and gold screaming loud enough to rattle your molars. It’s the kind of environment that usually chews up visiting teams and spits them out before the first whistle blows.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 16

Iowa Given Less Than Favorable Odds vs. Indiana

Looking at their overall record on paper, one would assume absolutely nothing is wrong with the 12-5 Iowa Hawkeyes. Think again. This team is 2-4 in B1G play and according to ESPN Analytics, is well on their way to a fourth straight loss.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 16

Iowa Steals UConn Defensive Lineman in Transfer Portal

Just hours before the transfer portal closes, the Iowa Hawkeyes were able to add another defensive player. Defensive lineman Emmanuel Olagbaju heads to Iowa City after previously pledging his commitment to UConn.

Aaron Graves News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 16

Iowa Defender Makes American Bowl Roster

As of January 16, Iowa Hawkeyes defensive lineman Aaron Graves is the lone player representing them in the American Bowl. 2026 marks the first time the American Bowl will be played as it is yet another senior bowl with scouts coming in from across the country.

Iowa vs. Oregon Takeaways: Addie Deal's Career Night

The Iowa Hawkeyes improved to 15-2 (6-0) as their toughest stretch of the season is approaching. Second year head coach Jan Jensen had a perfect plan of attack as her team never trailed the Oregon Ducks who fell to 14-5 (2-4).

Caitlin Clark News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 16

Iowa Freshman Draws Caitlin Clark Comparisons

When it comes to leaving a mark on the B1G and Iowa Hawkeyes basketball, look no further than Caitlin Clark. That said, Iowa freshman Addie Deal recently dropped a career high 18 points against Oregon.

College Football News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 16

Two Iowa Players Named to ESPN All-America Team

While the Iowa Hawkeyes failed to have four players make this list like Ohio State, two is a great representation of what this team is all about. Indiana and Texas Tech each had three as Iowa was one of many teams to be honored twice.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 16

Ranking Iowa's Top Transfer Portal Acquisitions

The Iowa Hawkeyes have one final chance to bring in players via the transfer portal. January 16 marks the final day players can decide which team they will be playing for in the 2026 season.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Swish Appeal / January 16

With a new career high, Addie Deal proves she’s the real deal as No. 11 Iowa advances to 6-0 in Big Ten action

The No. 11 Iowa Hawkeyes were happy, healthy, and whole when they took on the Oregon Ducks at home on Thursday evening. Fresh off their first three wins of 2026 against Nebraska, Northwestern and Indiana, Iowa came ready to play before yet another sold-out and raucous home crowd at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Big Ten Network / January 15

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Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 15

Seeing the Light in Iowa's Recent Losses

The Iowa Hawkeyes, coming hot off three straight losses, have dropped to 12-5 beyond the halfway of head coach Ben McCollum's first season behind the wheel.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 15

Iowa Star Lineman Makes Surprising Decision on NFL Future

In a stunning move that is about to get several questions raised through college football, Iowa Hawkeyes All-American redshirt sophomore offensive lineman Kade Pieper is set to return to the Hawkeyes instead of leaving for the NFL, sources tell CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 15

Iowa's Ben McCollum Staying Positive Despite Third-Straight Loss

After going three games in a row without earning a win, the Iowa Hawkeyes suddenly find themselves at 12-5 overall and, much worse, 2-4 in the B1G. That latter tally is the sort of statistic that defines a team in the worst way down the stretch and, given Iowa's glaring lack of a Quad 1 win, to boot.