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Iowa's AP Top 25 Ranking After Season's First Loss

After dropping their first game of the year, Iowa Hawkeyes fans were worried about how far they may fall in the AP Top 25. When the latest poll was released on Dec.

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Iowa Sees Slight Drop in National Ranking Despite Win

The Iowa Hawkeyes, entering their two-game stretch this past week, were widely seen as dangling on the edge of recognition in the AP Poll. Having received the most votes of all unranked teams for the honor, the Hawkeyes' road bout with the No.

Kirk Ferentz News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 16

Iowa's Kirk Ferentz Extends Unbreakable Record

While Iowa Hawkeyes fans patiently await their New Year's Eve bowl game, they were thrilled to hear the news that head coach Kirk Ferentz would be returning to the program.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 15

Iowa Names MVPs At Team Awards

With just one game remaining before putting a wrap on the 2025 season, the Iowa Hawkeyes came together to name their offensive and defensive MVPs. During the team awards, the Hawkeyes named their Most Valuable Player on both sides of the ball.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 15

Iowa OL Accepts Panini Senior Bowl Invite

Last week, kicker Drew Stevens was the first Iowa Hawkeyes player to accept his invite to the 2026 Panini Senior Bowl. Each and every year, nearly all of the top seniors come together for one more game after their respective bowl games have come to an end.

Beau Stephens News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 15

Two Iowa Players Named AP First-Team All-Americans

Time and time again, the Iowa Hawkeyes offensive line is recognized. They're no joke, and it comes as no surprise that Rimington Trophy winner Logan Jones and 2026 Panini Senior Bowl player Beau Stephens made the list.

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Iowa Names Five Permanent Captains During Team Awards

Each and every year, the Iowa Hawkeyes come together for their annual team awards. A pair of players were named Roy J. Carver Most Valuable Player, but only one of those became a permanent team captain.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 15

Ben McCollum Wants to Make Iowa a Basketball School

The Iowa Hawkeyes men's basketball program has, in recent years, seen middling success as a result of their own self-imposed mediocrity. Under former head

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 15

Iowa's Defense Delivers Season's Best Performance in Latest Win

With 10 minutes left in the game, the Iowa Hawkeyes were on the brink of history. Obviously, once head coach Ben McCollum pulled his starters, things got out of hand.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 14

Three Takeaways As Iowa Cruises Past Western Michigan

For the seventh time this season, the Iowa Hawkeyes picked up a win at home. They're unbeaten at Carver this season as they improved to 9-2 overall with their 91-51 win over Western Michigan.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Big Ten Network / December 14

Watch: Western Michigan vs. Iowa | Highlights | Big Ten Men's Basketball | 12/14/25

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 14

Iowa Smashes Jimmy V Classic Viewership Records

Having sold out of season tickets for three straight seasons, it's hard not to be on the Iowa Hawkeyes bandwagon. Second-year head coach Jan Jensen has been with the team long enough to know just how special this environment is.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 14

Iowa HC Discusses Chit-Chat Wright's Second-Half Absence

While it's not like the Iowa Hawkeyes needed Chit-Chat Wright like they did against Iowa State, fans were still concerned with her second-half absence.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 14

Iowa Remains on Brink of AP Top 25 Rankings

The Iowa Hawkeyes, coming off a loss to their in-state rival Iowa State Cyclones on the road, 66-62, will have to wait three games before they get another chance to secure their first ranked win of the Ben McCollum era.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 14

Iowa Lands Class of 2027 Three-Star LB Commitment

Even though there are a few weeks until the Iowa Hawkeyes football team takes the field one last time, there's still plenty of football news to share. Most recently, Braylon Bingham pledged his commitment to the Hawkeyes.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 14

Three Last Minute Iowa vs. Western Michigan Predictions

Having dropped two of their last three, the Iowa Hawkeyes know how important these next three games are. For the remainder of the year, Iowa will be at home as it welcomes three non-conference opponents.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 14

Iowa's Bench Players Continue To Pull Their Weight

No starter played more than 27 minutes as the Iowa Hawkeyes cruised to a 102-68 victory over Lindenwood. Head coach Jan Jensen has been toying with this lineup, especially with Chit-Chat Wright's return, and ultimately, she's gotten the best out of everybody.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 14

Three Takeaways From Iowa Dropping Triple Digits On Lindenwood

After losing to a Top 10 team, Iowa proved it doesn't deserve to be dropped much in the upcoming AP Poll. Currently ranked No. 11, the Iowa Hawkeyes will likely fall a few spots, but their 34-point win over Lindenwood proved their worth.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Big Ten Network / December 13

Watch: Lindenwood vs. Iowa | Highlights | Big Ten Women's Basketball | 12/13/25

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 13

Iowa Guard Continues to Struggle in Big Games

At 8-2 (with an even 1-1 split in the B1G) the Iowa Hawkeyes have built a more than respectable resume in their first campaign under head coach Ben McCollum.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 13

Two Iowa Players Named Walter Camp First Team All-Americans

The end of season college football awards show was quite nice to the Iowa Hawkeyes. Not only did Logan Jones become only the second player in program history to be named the best center in the nation, but he and one other player were named Walter Camp First Team All-Americans.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 13

Three Last Minute Iowa vs. Lindenwood Predictions

Coming off their first loss of the year, the Iowa Hawkeyes are ready to return home as they prepare for No. 1 UConn. In the meantime, they'll have to deal with the Lindenwood Lions, a team they can't take for granted.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 13

Iowa Taking Pride in Underdog Mentality

The Iowa Hawkeyes, entering as double-digit underdogs against the No. 4 Iowa State Cyclones on the road, were expected to take their second runaway loss against a ranked opponent this season.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Last Word On Sports / December 12

Iowa's Logan Jones wins the Rimington Trophy

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Audi Crooks continues unprecedented pace in Iowa State's win

Audi Crooks continues unprecedented pace in No. 10 Iowa State's win over No. 11 Iowa

The 10th-ranked Iowa State women held off a rally from No. 11 Iowa in a 74-69 win in the latest installment of the in-state rivalry on Wednesday night.

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