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Iowa Hawkeyes' Kirk Ferentz Is Not Included in 'College Football 26'

Iowa Hawkeyes' Kirk Ferentz is among the college football head coaches who aren't in 'College Football 26'. He opted out of being part of the game. While this is disappointing for Hawkeyes fans, Ferentz isn't the only coach who won't be a part of the game.

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Former Iowa Hawkeyes Star Anchors One of NFL's Best Offensive Lines

The Iowa Hawkeyes have produced many great offensive linemen. Tristan Wirfs has become the latest standout for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Drafted No. 13 overall in 2020, Wirfs was added originally to protect Tom Brady.

Dick Vitale News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 8

Dick Vitale Names New Iowa Hooper As Prime-Time Player For 2025

It's going to be a new look Iowa Hawkeyes basketball team in 2025, almost from top to bottom. The big change, of course, is at head coach. Fran McCaffery is out after 15 seasons and an up-and-comer with strong ties to Iowa City, Ben McCollum, is in.

Kirk Ferentz News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 8

Iowa Hawkeyes, Kirk Ferentz Must Accept Harsh Recruiting Reality

The Iowa Hawkeyes have almost always been competitive since Kirk Ferentz took over as head coach way back in 1999, which is a testament to the job Ferentz has done with the program.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 7

What is the Best Iowa Hawkeyes Rivalry Game Heading into 2025 Season?

There are few rivalries in sports that can compete with those found in college football. From Ohio State-Michigan to Alabama-Auburn, the history and tradition in college football is something that remains unmatched.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Black Heart Gold Pants / July 7

Building The Perfect All-Iowa CFB 26 Team

College Football 26 hits shelves this week and we’re putting together the best all-Iowa roster to play with. EA Sports’ College Football 26 is set to hit shelves this week, and it got me thinking about how many Hawks I wish I could have played as in the game.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 7

Iowa Hawkeyes Land New DB Commit Over Hated Rival

As many Iowa Hawkeye fans enjoyed the holiday weekend, head coach Kirk Ferentz and the program were able to secure a much-needed defensive recruit on Independence Day.

Natasha Howard News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 6

Natasha Howard Doesn't Hold Back On Iowa Legend Caitlin Clark

Indiana Fever forward Natasha Howard delivered a strong message to teammate and Iowa Hawkeyes legend Caitlin Clark. "Everybody knows she can shoot the heck out the ball.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Black Heart Gold Pants / July 5

4-star Trey Thompson commits to Hawkeyes, reclassifies to 2025 class

The 115th prospect in the 2025 class was originally rated as a top 60 player Amidst summer workouts, the Iowa Hawkeyes received some excellent news as Trey Thompson, originally ranked as a top 60 recruit in the 2026 class, announced his commitment to the Iowa.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Athlon Sports / July 3

Iowa Coach Sends Clear Message to Caitlin Clark's Former Teammate on Thursday

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark is now in her second WNBA season, averaging 18.2 points, 5.0 rebounds and 8.9 assists per game. While her main focus is returning from a groin injury and helping the Fever compete for a WNBA title, she still keeps tabs on the Iowa Hawkeyes women’s basketball program, with whom she played for over four years.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Black Heart Gold Pants / July 3

#TBT: Trick or Treat

Iowa averted a Halloween nightmare against Indiana to make history. In researching games for this week’s #TBT featuring the Indiana Hoosiers I came to something of a revelation: the Hoosiers have handed Iowa some heartbreaking losses over the years despite the Hawks having a 44-28 advantage in the series.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 3

Iowa Legend Caitlin Clark’s Durability Questioned After Mounting Injuries

Iowa Hawkeye legend Caitlin Clark is still nursing a groin injury that prevented her from competing for the WNBA’s Commissioner's Cup. While the Indiana Fever beat the Minnesota Lynx without their superstar, Clark’s one-week absence has brought her total missed games this season up to eight, half of the Fever's season.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 3

Iowa Hawkeyes 2025 Schedule Lands in the Middle of Big Ten

The Iowa Hawkeyes will be a difficult matchup for each team in the Big Ten this season. Iowa hopes to enter the season with an improved offense in 2025 after taking big steps last year.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 3

Iowa Hawkeyes Earn Commitment from 2026 In-State Defensive Back

Iowa landed a commitment from an in-state defensive back on Wednesday. Eli Robbins, a 6-0, 190-pound cornerback from Norwalk, IA in the Class of 2026, announced his pledge with the Hawkeyes on X (formerly Twitter).

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 2

Which Iowa Hawkeyes Players are Ranked Highly in EA College Football 26?

For the second year in a row, the Iowa Hawkeyes are in the game. EA Sports is set to release its college football game ahead of the 2025 season — EA College Football 26 — on July 10. Iowa’s account on X (formerly Twitter) posted its 11 highest ranked players in this year’s edition of the game.

WNBA News / Yardbarker / July 2

Could Caitlin Clark's injury woes threaten her MVP chances?

Could Caitlin Clark's injury woes threaten her 2025 MVP chances?

Caitlin Clark's chances of winning league MVP may dwindle with her missing more games.

Clark calls out WNBA commissioner with bold statement

Ridiculous vote shows Clark is still not respected by her WNBA peers

Dick Vitale calls out WNBA players for 'jealousy' of Clark

Sophie Cunningham under fire over her comments about Detroit

Cunningham shared great photo after Fever won Commissioner’s Cup

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 1

Iowa Hawkeyes Garner National Buzz as Playoff Hopefuls in 2025

The College Football Playoff has been something of a pipedream to Iowa Hawkeye fans. Sure, maybe one day, but not under Kirk Ferentz. Or, maybe one season will come along and Ohio State, Penn State, Oregon and Michigan will all be down, and then it’s the Hawkeyes’ chance to shine.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 30

Boston Celtics Sign Former Iowa Hawkeyes Star

Former Iowa Hawkeyes star big man Luka Garza has just earned himself a nice two-year deal heading into his fifth NBA season. A free agent after spending the last three seasons with the Minnesota Timberwolves, it's being reported by Shams Charania that Garza is signing a deal with the Boston Celtics.

Detroit Lions News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 30

Former Iowa Star Tight End Poised for Bounceback Season in Detroit

Former Iowa Hawkeye star tight end Sam LaPorta had a bit of a down year in his second season with the Detroit Lions. While a statline of 60 catches for 726 yards and seven touchdowns is hardly a bad season for a second-year tight end, his rookie campaign was a record-setting year at the position, which set a high bar.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 30

Iowa Hawkeyes Transfer Highlighted in Early 2026 NBA Draft Forecast

The Iowa Hawkeyes basketball program has gone a couple of years without a first-round pick in the NBA Draft, but that should change next year. The Athletic’s NBA Draft analyst Sam Vecenie recently released a mock draft of sorts that highlighted Drake transfer Bennett Stirtz as the No.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Black Heart Gold Pants / June 30

Iowa Football: An Early Look at Indiana

Can Curt Cignetti replicate the incredible success of his first season in Bloomington? I cannot remember the last time I thought missing Indiana on the schedule was a good thing, but not having to face Curt Cignetti’s buzzsaw last season felt like some kind of blessing.

Payton Sandfort News / Hoops Rumors / June 27

Thunder to sign Iowa standout

The defending champion Thunder have agreed to a deal with former Iowa standout Payton Sandfort, reports Jonathan Givony of ESPN (Twitter link). While Givony doesn’t specify the terms of the agreement, it will likely be a non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 contract.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 26

Former Iowa Hawkeyes Star Lands on ESPN's All Quarter Century Team

With the 2025 NFL season quickly approaching, we have finally hit the quarter century mark for the 2000s. Over the course of the 25 years, the Iowa Hawkeyes have seen many of their stars go on to become significant playmakers in the NFL, but one has recently gained recognition for his time at the professional level.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 26

Iowa Hawkeyes HC Ben McCollum Shares Important Update on Roster

Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Ben McCollum has been hard at work to rebuild the roster. The Hawkeyes saw a large portion of their team leave in the transfer portal after letting go of Fran McCaffery.

Chael Sonnen News / NIL on SI / June 24

UFC legend Chael Sonnen offered star wrestler Bo Bassett $1 million for NIL rights

Star high school wrestler Bo Bassett's decision to decommit from the Iowa Hawkeyes drew a fiery response from UFC legend Chael Sonnen. Bassett is considered as the No.