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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.

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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

Watch: Oregon at Iowa | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Women's Basketball | 01/15/2026

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.

Watch: Iowa at Purdue | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Men's Basketball | 01/14/2026

Iowa Hawkeyes News / SwimSwam / January 14

Iowa Hawkeyes Head To Illinois For Tri-Meet With Nebraska & Illini

By SwimSwam on SwimSwam Courtesy: Hawkeye Sports University of Iowa swimming heads to Champaign for its meet against Illinois and Nebraska on Friday and Saturday.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 13

Iowa Trending In Wrong Direction in Latest Bracketology

Falling out of the AP Top 25 is one thing, but dropping to an eight seed in March Madness is another. The Iowa Hawkeyes fell to No. 8 in the latest Bracketology projection which would line them up against No.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 13

Iowa Desperately Needs Q1 Win

The Iowa Hawkeyes, just a few games ago, were surging in every national metric. Inaugural head coach Ben McCollum brought the team into the AP Top 20, sparking word of the team taking on a "dark horse" identity in the B1G, as well as being a group that could potentially hold their own against anyone when March Madness rolls around once more.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 13

Iowa Provides Update on Sick Guard

"We were sick," most often isn't the most acceptable excuse for a loss, especially not on the college basketball level. Yet, in the burning, ashen wake of the Iowa Hawkeyes' 0-2 stretch in conference competition, black and gold fans are looking for answers in any and every possible form.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 13

Second Iowa OL Accepts Panini Senior Bowl Invite

Gennings Dunker not only becomes the second offensive lineman representing the Iowa Hawkeyes in the Panini Senior Bowl, but he's the fifth overall player.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 13

Iowa's Road Struggles Forecast March Madness Woes

At 12-4, in spite of a 2-3 conference record, the Iowa Hawkeyes appear to be a relatively safe, successful team from the outside looking in. Well above

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 13

Iowa Freshman Guard Excels Amidst Losing Streak

After starting their first season under head coach Ben McCollum on a nearly flawless non-conference run, the Iowa Hawkeyes have had fans in positive hysterics in recent weeks.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 13

Iowa Remains One Of Two Undefeated In Conference

With an extremely tough schedule ahead of them, the Iowa Hawkeyes continue to win the games they're supposed to. Currently, there are only two undefeated teams in the B1G.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 12

Iowa's Ben McCollum Issues Blunt Response to Freshman's Confidence

Coming off another loss, the Iowa Hawkeyes sit at 12-4 (2-3) and may be going through a bit of an identity crisis. Iowa knew they weren't able to compete with either Michigan State or Iowa State, but there was no reason for them to lose to both Minnesota and Illinois.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 12