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Iowa Reveals Changes to Depth Chart vs. Indiana

A few key changes have been made as the Iowa Hawkeyes prepare to do battle with their second ranked team of the season. Indiana's routing over Illinois last week caused many to rethink their rankings of both the Hoosiers and Fighting Illini.

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Iowa Offers Four-Star 2027 Guard

After adding his first official commitment in the 2026 class in the form of four-star forward Ethan Harris, Ben McCollum has wasted no time in beginning to build the class set to come after that one - which, already, is a season after the new coach's incoming debut this November.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 23

Iowa Earns Two Major Bowl Predictions

The Iowa Hawkeyes (3-1) (1-0) are beginning to pick up steam. Last week, a resounding 38-28 win to open up conference play over Rutgers (3-1) (0-1) steadied a once-unstable ship as the Hawkeyes had yet to flex any offensive muscle against FBS sides this season.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 23

Key Matchups Revealed as Iowa Enters Ben McCollum Era

It's a new era in Iowa City with the official hiring of Ben McCollum, who will take over as the first new Iowa Hawkeyes lead man in a 15 years. With his

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 23

Iowa Has Real Shot at CFP Appearance

If there was ever a time for the Iowa Hawkeyes to be in consideration for the College Football Playoffs, it's now. They would love to get back their Week 2 loss to Iowa State, but the team has clearly put that behind them as they push forward this season.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 23

Four Iowa Linemen Rank Among Nation's Best

The Iowa Hawkeyes seem to have hit the offensive line jackpot. Out of 459 qualified lineman, Iowa has four of the top eight in the country. Beau Stephens, Kade Pieper, Gennings Dunker and Logan Jones all have not gotten nearly enough credit for the Hawkeyes' 3-1 start.

Kaden Wetjen News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 22

Iowa Return Specialist Gets Big 10 Special Teams Honor

The attention placed on University of Iowa wide receiver and return specialist Kaden Wetjen keeps getting bigger and bigger. And this is for good reason.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 22

Iowa's Bowl Chances Get Massive Upgrade

All is well for the Iowa Hawkeyes (3-1) (1-0), as last week, they saw an explosive 38-28 win over the Rutgers Scarlett Knights (3-1) (0-1). Under the bright lights, Iowa quarterback Mark Gronowski became the winningest college football quarterback in Division I history.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 22

Iowa Preparing to Face Heisman Frontrunner

In no world did the Iowa Hawkeyes expect the Heisman frontrunner would be coming to their home stadium in Week 5. Indiana, led by QB Fernando Mendoza, is set to do battle with Iowa in a pivotal conference showdown.

College Football News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 21

Iowa Defense to Face Biggest Challenge Yet in Week 5

In what felt like to many a make-or-break game for the budding Iowa Hawkeyes' season, they answered the call on the road in a 38-28 win over the Rutgers Scarlet Knights.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 21

Iowa Extends Dominant Record With Offense on Full Display

In a world where the Iowa Hawkeyes seem to struggle on offense, a key statistic says otherwise. Dating back to 2020, Iowa is 35-1 when they score 25+ points.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 21

Iowa's Offense Breaks Seven-Year Drought

While their conference opener may not have gone according to plan, the Iowa Hawkeyes left New Jersey sitting at 3-1 (1-0). They improved to 5-0 all-time against Rutgers as they had no issue going on the road to defeat the Scarlet Knights, 38-28.

College Football News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 20

Iowa's Offense Comes Alive in Win Over Rutgers

The Iowa Hawkeyes having no offense is one of the biggest running jokes in college football, but there's a reason for that. Indeed, the Hawkeyes struggled to put points on the board for a few years, finishing 10th in the Big Ten in scoring offense in 2021 (23.4 points per game), 12th in 2022 (17.7) and 14th, or dead last, in 2023 (15.4).

College Football News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 20

Iowa Defense Meets Turnover Goal in Week 4 Win

Iowa's defense has perhaps been one of the most consistent score-stopping systems in the country so far this season. Phil Parker's unit, before this weekend's game at Rutgers, hadn't allowed more than one touchdown in a game at any point, even in his team's nail-biting road loss to the Iowa State Cyclones.

Kirk Ferentz News / Sporting News / September 20

Iowa survives Rutgers in blackout as Kirk Ferentz reflects on gritty performance

A first-half shootout turned into a second-half statement as Iowa showed its resilience against Rutgers.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 20

Iowa Star Becomes Winningest QB in College Football History

The Iowa Hawkeyes’ offense was under scrutiny after a disappointing loss against Iowa State in Week 2. Quarterback Mark Gronowski and the rest of his teammates admitted that they could have executed things better.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Athlon Sports / September 20

Caitlin Clark Offers Support for Former Iowa Teammate

It now feels like an eternity since Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark ruled college basketball with the Iowa Hawkeyes. It has just been more than a year since Clark dominated the NCAA, setting numerous records along the way.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 19

Iowa Brings Top-Rated Guard to Rutgers

For a team that prioritizes defense, the Iowa Hawkeyes sure have a solid offensive line. HC Kirk Ferentz hasn't changed his strategy much in the past 20 years, but who can blame him as it led him to being the winningest coach in Big 10 history.

College Football News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 19

Three Last-Minute Iowa Predictions vs. Rutgers

The Iowa Hawkeyes 47-7 domination over UMass last week could be seen as a tune-up game for their conference opener. Knowing how the Hawkeyes hung in there against Iowa State two weeks ago, many are giving Iowa the slight edge even though Rutgers is set to play their fourth straight home game.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 18

Iowa Women's Basketball Announces Big Ten Schedule

The Iowa Hawkeyes women's basketball team will aim to bounce back from a 10-8 Big Ten record in the 2025-26 season, the second under Jan Jensen. The program's schedule for the upcoming season was announced on Thursday, Sep.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 18

Iowa Basketball Announces Big Ten Schedule

A week after unveiling their non-conference schedule, the Iowa Hawkeyes men's basketball team has revealed their Big Ten schedule for the 2025-26 season.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 18

Iowa QB Cites Playmaking as Crucial to B1G Wins

For the most part, the Iowa Hawkeyes have successfully endured their three-game start to the 2025 season. Even considering their grueling loss to the in-state rival Iowa Cyclones on the road (16-13), the Hawkeyes, at 2-1, have provided ample reason for excitement on both sides of the ball.

College Football News / EasySportz / September 17

Iowa vs. Rutgers: Keys to Victory for Hawkeyes, Scarlet Knights

PISCATAWAY, N.J. — Keys to Friday Night: Iowa vs. Rutgers Friday night football in the Big Ten rarely commands national attention. Unless, of course, you’re Iowa traveling to Rutgers, and the scoreboard promises either a defensive slugfest or a runaway Scarlet Knights touchdown parade.

College Football News / EasySportz / September 17

Friday Night Big Ten Lights: Iowa vs. Rutgers Preview and Prediction

PISCATAWAY, N.J. — Friday night lights in Piscataway, where the Iowa Hawkeyes (2–1) will face the undefeated Rutgers Scarlet Knights (3–0) at SHI Stadium.

Kirk Ferentz News / Yardbarker / September 10