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Iowa's Open Practice Answers Some Questions, But Raises New Ones

Open practices are a blessing and a curse. They really are. We get to see new players and transfers. We get to see how players look with hype and expectations surrounding them.

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Iowa Football Open Practice: Who Shined? Who Struggled?

The Iowa Hawkeyes took the field inside Kinnick Stadium in front of fans for the first time this year as they held their open practice. The results were mixed across the board, which isn't entirely unexpected as every team in the country is working through things before the 2026 season begins.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / August 16

Despite a One-Sided Day, Iowa's Quarterback Battle is Far From Over

The Iowa Hawkeyes opened the door to Kinnick Stadium today for an open practice on their annual Kids Day, and the noise is impossible to ignore. The quarterback battle was front and center for everyone to see, and things went drastically differently for Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski.

Kirk Ferentz News / Viral Sports News / August 16

Iowa Hawkeyes HC Kirk Ferentz Offers New QB Update

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz said Friday the Hawkeyes will continue allowing their open quarterback competition to unfold during fall camp, with no starter yet identified ahead of the season opener.

Caitlin Clark News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / August 14

Caitlin Clark Is Remembering Her Iowa Basketball Roots

You can't talk about the Iowa Hawkeyes anymore without Caitlin Clark's name popping up in the first few thoughts. She has become synonymous with the Hawkeyes for her career on the court.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / August 14

Predicting Every Score on Iowa Football's 2026 Schedule

Another year of Iowa football is on the way, and it sees a slate set up with the usual tough Big Ten matchups and some winnable games for the Hawkeyes.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / August 14

Hawkeye Quartet: How Iowa Can Properly Use the Running Backs

The run game is what is going to make the Iowa Hawkeyes go this year. They can get better at throwing the ball, get creative in formations, and scheme up other stuff, but the ground game is this offense's strength.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / August 13

Two Iowa Hawkeyes Are Household Names. Who's Next?

Big-time players make big-time plays and win big-time games. That is what the Iowa Hawkeyes have in 2026, with a duo of proven talents ready to take the next step to national recognition.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Kicks on SI / August 13

The Nike Caitlin 1 'Iowa' Has a Special Detail

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark's first signature Nike basketball shoe does not launch until October 1. However, that has not stopped Clark from debuting ten colorways of the Nike Caitlin 1.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / August 13

Iowa Top Returning Defensive Players in 2026

It's the Iowa defense. It's going to be good. You know it. I know it. Everyone knows it. With Phil Parker still in Iowa City as the defensive coordinator, there is a certain expectation of sustained success on that side of the ball, and it always seems to be true.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / August 13

Iowa's NIL Collective Paused Operations — What Does It Mean?

The rapidly shifting tectonic plates of college athletics never seem to slow down, do they? The constant arms race to try and stay on the front foot ahead of the curve is never-ending for schools seeking any advantage over their competitors.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / August 12

Meet the Candidates Who Can Elevate Iowa's Passing Game

For the first time in a while, there is a palpable buzz around some of the targets that the Iowa Hawkeyes have in the passing game. It's been a painful run for Iowa in the 2020s, with production simply lacking from the receivers.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / August 12

Nobody Knows How to Correctly Rank Iowa Football

Preseason rankings are a funny thing. Do they mean a whole heck of a lot? Not really in the grand scheme of things with 12-game slates staring us down.

Kirk Ferentz News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / August 9

Kirk Ferentz Muddies the Water in Iowa Football's Quarterback Battle

As we expected, it's the storyline that is going to follow the Iowa Hawkeyes throughout the entirety of fall camp. The Hawkeyes once again need a new starting quarterback.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / August 8

Iowa's Most Important Transfer Portal Addition Could Be Hiding in Plain Sight

What is Iowa football? Really. At its core, what is Iowa football? It's defense, strong offensive line play, and it's elite special teams play. The last of the bunch, the special teams play, is something the Iowa Hawkeyes put more focus on than almost any team in the country, and it pays off, as Iowa's special teams are consistently elite.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / August 8

Youth Movement: Iowa Football's Surprising Average Roster Age Among the Big Ten

There has been plenty of talk about the Iowa Hawkeyes welcoming in new faces across the board in 2026. Both sides of the ball are replenishing talent at key positions, which means that Kirk Ferentz and his staff are going to be turning to some younger talents to lean on.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / August 8

One Breakout Candidate at Every Iowa Football Position During Fall Camp

If the Iowa Hawkeyes are destined for a program-changing year, as some believe is in store, it's going to take players across the board stepping up. Iowa has the standout players, but it is going to be more than them shouldering the weight of success and production.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / August 7

Honest Expectations for Iowa Basketball and Ben McCollum in Year 2

Ben McCollum will be the first to tell you that the magic of the magical March Madness run by the Iowa Hawkeyes has worn off. It's time to turn the page.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / August 6

Iowa Hawkeyes Named One of the 'Cleanest' College Football Teams Entering 2026

Rarely are the Iowa Hawkeyes creating headlines for anything else but on-field play. The culture of Kirk Ferentz's program is so deeply rooted that the discipline is woven into everything the players and coaches do.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / August 6

One Potential Outcome of Iowa Football's Season We Seem to Be Ignoring

Success. What defines success in college football? It's a moving target for every single team in the country. For Ohio State, it's a national championship.

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

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

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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'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.

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