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Iowa Sees Slight Dip In 2026 Class Rankings

When it comes to the 2026 season, the Iowa Hawkeyes have high hopes. Coming off a stellar year where they ended it with a ranked win, longtime head coach Kirk Ferentz knows this team will once again have a new starting quarterback.

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Iowa Given Small Chance of Beating UCLA

It’s not an overreaction to say the Iowa Hawkeyes recent loss to USC could’ve changed their entire season. The last thing this team wants to do is drop two games in a row, but that’s the harsh reality of playing on the west coast.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 31

Iowa Eyes Additional QB Depth in 2027 Class

Even with a rather loaded quarterback room, that isn’t stopping the Iowa Hawkeyes . In a world where players transfer left and right, it’s not the worst idea in the world for them to bring in another QB.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 31

Iowa Extends Offer to Four-Star Kansas WR

Wide receiver was a huge position of need in the transfer portal, and the Iowa Hawkeyes addressed it with ease. Now, they have their sights set on a top talent in the Class of 2027.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 31

Controversy Arises As Senior Iowa Guard Approaches History

While there are plenty of things the Iowa Hawkeyes men’s basketball team needs to worry about, there’s now another thing to add to that list. Senior guard Tavion Banks has made 30 straight free throws and he’s on the brink of history.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Big Ten Network / January 30

Watch: Spotlighting Ben McCollum | Iowa Men's Basketball | The Journey

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 30

Jan Jensen Outlines Two Reasons Why Iowa Lost To USC

Heading to California and losing their mid-week game certainly wasn't on the Iowa Hawkeyes bingo card. Hawkeyes fans could've lived with losing to No. 2 UCLA, but falling to unranked USC is an entirely different ballgame.

College Basketball (W) News / Athlon Sports / January 30

Iowa Coach Jan Jensen Shares Disappointment After Loss to USC

On Thursday, the Iowa Hawkeyes women’s basketball team suffered an 81-69 loss against USC. Freshman Journey Houston’s career-high 16-point effort was not enough for the team as the starting lineup combined for just 37 points.

Iowa Slips Up, Suffers First Conference Loss at USC

For the first time this season, the Iowa Hawkeyes suffered a loss in B1G action. Taylor McCabe's career-ending injury may have affected this team more than they could have ever imagined.

Gennings Dunker News / CFB-HQ on SI / January 30

Gennings Dunker 2026 NFL draft prospect profile, grades, rank, measurements

Gennings Dunker is a wide framed, mullet rocking, weapons grade ginger with an attitude in the trenches for Iowa's award winning offensive line. Dunker is versatile and has played multiple positions including the past two seasons at right tackle for the Hawkeyes.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 30

Iowa Could Earn First March Madness Win in Years

After missing the tournament these last two seasons, the Iowa Hawkeyes will do anything to make it to the dance. First year head coach Ben McCollum is looking to write the wrongs that former head coach Fran McCaffery did those past two years.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Big Ten Network / January 29

Watch: Iowa at USC | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Women's Basketball | 01/29/2026

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 29

Iowa Guard Cracks Top 25 in ESPN's Player Rankings

Seeing as we're roughly halfway through the regular season, the Iowa Hawkeyes need to take a step back and look at what they're working with. Coming off an extremely odd win over USC, the Hawkeyes must get back into the swing of things after a lengthy absence.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 29

Iowa Freshman Prepares For First Career Start vs. USC

It's only fitting the Iowa Hawkeyes freshman California native gets to make her first collegiate start in her home state. The Hawkeyes are still mourning after Taylor McCabe's season, and career ending injury, but second year head coach Jan Jensen knows the team still needs to move forward.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 29

Analytics Disrespect Iowa vs. USC Despite Winning Streak

All eyes are on the Iowa Hawkeyes as they are one of two remaining teams undefeated in the B1G. UCLA punched their ticket to a 10-0 conference record with their 80-67 victory at Illinois on January 28.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 29

Iowa Survives USC Despite Seemingly Forgetting How to Play

Having a full week off at this point in the season certainly didn't help the Iowa Hawkeyes. As a team, they've been extremely healthy for quite some time.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 29

Iowa WBB Must Put Prestigious Team Honor To The Test

According to the U.S. Basketball Writers Association, the Iowa Hawkeyes trio of ranked wins helped propel them to being the USWBA National Team of the Week.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Big Ten Network / January 28

Watch: USC at Iowa | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Men's Basketball | 01/28/2026

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 28

Iowa's Defense Must Stay Tough vs. USC

After a week off, the Iowa Hawkeyes play host to USC as 10.5 point favorites. Sitting at 14-5 (4-4), the Trojans have a similar record to Iowa on paper.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 28

Initial Takeaways From Iowa's 2026 Schedule

Coming off an extremely solid season that ended with a ranked win, the Iowa Hawkeyes know they have their work cut out for them in 2026. Back to back games against Michigan and Ohio State will prove just how good this team truly is.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 28

Iowa Reveals New Starter After Taylor McCabe Injury

The last thing the Iowa Hawkeyes wanted to do was learn that Taylor McCabe was going to be out for the rest of the season. Iowa's longtime guard had poured her heart and soul into the team, but must miss the rest of her senior year due to a torn ACL.

College Football News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 27

Iowa Reveals Full 2026 Schedule

After finishing their 2025-26 season with a victory over the Vanderbilt Commodores in the ReliaQuest Bowl, Iowa put a bow on what was an improved, fulfilling season on the gridiron, in spite of some occasional frustration.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Big Ten Network / January 27

Watch: Lucy Olsen Scored 28 PTS to Lead the Hawkeyes to Victory | 2025: USC at Iowa | @B1GWBB Classic

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Athlon Sports / January 26

Caitlin Clark Reacts to Unfortunate News on Monday

Over the past two seasons, the Iowa Hawkeyes women's basketball team has continued the trend of success spearheaded by former record-breaking guard Caitlin Clark.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / January 26

Caitlin Clark Shows Support for Former Iowa Teammate After Season-Ending Injury

The Iowa Hawkeyes received unfortunate news on Monday, as senior guard Taylor McCabe was ruled out for the season due to a torn ACL. Coach Jan Jensen seemed to be bracing for a bad outcome after the team's win over Ohio State on Sunday, a game that saw McCabe need to be carried off the floor as a result of her knee injury.