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Iowa Football's Young QB Talent Beginning to Make Strides

Are the Iowa Hawkeyes turning into a program where quality quarterback play isn't something they luck into, but are beginning to develop? It's not a certainty yet, but the way things are trending under Tim Lester seems to point to Iowa leaving the world of quarterback uncertainty each year.

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Cam Buffington Has Been Great for Iowa Football, But His Best May Be Yet to Come

Come to the Iowa Hawkeyes. Play linebacker. Reap the rewards. That's the recipe, and it's rather simple. This defense produces top linebacker talent year after year.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 15

Where Does Iowa Football Stand in Its Starting Quarterback Decision?

It's the story that is going to dominate the headlines surrounding the Iowa Hawkeyes for the next week and a half until they step on the field against the Minnesota Golden Gophers.

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The 'Winningest football coaches in Big Ten history' quiz

How many of the winningest football coaches in Big Ten history can you name?

The 'College football color teams' quiz

The 'Winningest football coaches in SEC history' quiz

The '2026 CFB preseason coaches poll' quiz

Big Ten commish: Sticking with '18 strong members' for now

Bob Chesney draws Curt Cignetti comparison amid UCLA's remarkable turnaround

Big Ten: Officials gave Oregon incorrect spot on conversion try in loss to UCLA

Jeremy Hecklinski News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 14

Iowa Football: The Case For and Against Jeremy Hecklinski as Starting Quarterback

If the quarterback controversy for the Iowa Hawkeyes was supposed to end when Hank Brown took all of the snaps against Iowa State and Michigan, Jeremy Hecklinski must not have gotten that memo in the mail.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 13

Grading Iowa Football's Position Groups Through the First Half of the Season

A 5-1 record makes it hard to not say that the Iowa Hawkeyes are passing the 2026 season test with great marks so far. The Hawkeyes continue to grade out well each week on offense, defense, special teams, and coaching, but how about by position group?

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 13

Iowa Football Bowl Projections: CFP Contender or Citrus Bowl Bound?

The bowl projections for the Iowa Hawkeyes are only going to get more and more divisive as we come down the stretch of the 2026 college football season.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 13

Iowa Football's Stretch Run Hinges on These 5 Hawkeyes

While the Iowa Hawkeyes are always built around team success coming first and being a huge reason for how many games they win, there are going to be moments in a season where your best, most clutch, and most important players have to step up.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 12

Why Iowa Football Should Love Its Kickoff Time Against Minnesota

As far as scheduling and kickoff times go, the Iowa Hawkeyes can't complain too much about how things have broken out for them this year. It's been a favorable draw from the jump for Iowa and its kickoff times.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 12

Iowa Football Midseason Awards: MVP, Best Transfer, Top Newcomer, and More

With six games in the books and a bye week upon us, there may be no better time than the present to reflect on the Iowa Hawkeyes' top performances up to this point in the season.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 11

Did Iowa's Latest Win Warrant a Bigger Jump in the AP Top 25 and Coaches Poll?

Through the first six weeks of the college football season, the Iowa Hawkeyes have been a staple in the rankings. After starting the season ranked, Iowa's 5-1 record has them firmly in the polls, but are the Hawkeyes ranked high enough?

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 11

Iowa Football's CFP Odds Surge as ESPN FPI Ranking Takes a Jump

The Iowa Hawkeyes put on quite a show in Seattle on Friday night on the way to a 41-24 victory over Washington that really wasn't even that close. It spurred Iowa on to a 5-1 record, with a 2-1 mark in Big Ten play, and has opened the door to start dreaming.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 11

What to Make of Iowa Football's Remaining Schedule as CFP Path Opens Up

The bye week has come at just the right time for the Iowa Hawkeyes. Smack dab in the middle of a 12-game season, Iowa gets some much-needed rest this weekend, which is extended by one extra day after handling Washington on Friday night.

Hank Brown News / Yardbarker / October 9

Iowa set to be without starting QB Hank Brown on Friday night

The Iowa Hawkeyes got some unfortunate injury news Friday morning ahead of a pivotal Big Ten showdown against the Washington Huskies.

Report: Iowa QB Jeremy Hecklinski to start vs. Washington

Big Ten commissioner emphatically shuts down expansion rumors

Michigan TE apologizes following leaked messages directed at coach

The 'College football color teams' quiz

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 9

Iowa Football vs Washington: Preview, Storylines

The Iowa Hawkeyes don't have to wait long to get back into action. This week is a Friday night kickoff against the Washington Huskies at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington, which should have the full attention of the Big Ten.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 8

Can Iowa Football Find Continuity in the Run Game or Running Back Room?

For one reason or another, the Iowa Hawkeyes simply cannot get things going on the ground against Power Four teams this year. After running for just 39 yards against Ohio State, I dug into the numbers, and it isn't pretty.

College Football News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 8

Iowa's Biggest Defensive Question vs Washington: How Long Can the Hawkeyes Hold?

It's not the exact same song as we have seen before with the Iowa Hawkeyes, but this is certainly a remix or at least on the same album. It's the song where the chorus falls on Phil Parker's defense stepping up to keep Iowa hanging around in a tough road game that the Hawkeyes have to win.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Yardbarker / October 5