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Iowa Hawkeyes Make Major Move in New Rankings

The Iowa Hawkeyes had a relatively disappointing year last season, going 8-5 and falling to the Missouri Tigers in the Music City Bowl. Looking back, we probably shouldn't be too surprised that Iowa wasn't all that great in 2024, as its offense outside of Kaleb Johnson was absolutely horrendous.

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Fever Star Caitlin Clark Drains Mind-Boggling Shot in Return to Iowa

After missing the Indiana Fever's first preseason game with leg tightness, Iowa Hawkeyes legend returned to the floor on Sunday, and she showed out in front of her former home fans at Carver-Hawkeye Arena during a win over the Brazilian National Team.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / May 3

Iowa Hawkeyes Legend Caitlin Clark Reveals Injury Update

Iowa Hawkeyes legend Caitlin Clark did not play in the Indiana Fever's preseason opener on Saturday afternoon due to a leg injury. Clark said she was experiencing "just a little tightness" on Saturday morning.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / May 2

Iowa Hawkeyes Unveil Crucial Details on Ben McCollum's Contract

After another disappointing college basketball season, the Iowa Hawkeyes knew they had to make a change, so they fired head coach Fran McCaffery and replaced him with Ben McCollum.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / May 2

Top Iowa Hawkeyes Recruit Reveals Major Announcement

The Iowa Hawkeyes are trying to establish themselves as a true power in the Big Ten, which is obviously difficult with teams like Ohio State, Oregon, Michigan and Penn State in the conference.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Black Heart Gold Pants / May 2

Taking a look at Iowa’s roster after a former Drake commit follows McCollum

Tate Sage becomes the 10th player for the 2025-26 Hawkeyes Earlier this week, forward Tate Sage out of Weatherford, Oklahoma committed to the Iowa Hawkeyes.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / May 2

Iowa Making Serious Play for Compelling PG in Transfer Portal

The Iowa Hawkeyes have been very busy trying to add talent via the transfer portal this offseason, which is essential considering Iowa lost tons of players to the portal itself.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Athlon Sports / May 1

Caitlin Clark’s Bold Message Gets Strong Reaction From Former Iowa Teammate

Caitlin Clark hasn’t played a regular-season WNBA game yet this season — but her message is already echoing through locker rooms across the league and back home in Iowa.

Payton Sandfort News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / April 30

How Payton Sandfort Sacrificed 2025 NBA Draft Prep For Iowa Hawkeyes in 2024-25

Payton Sandfort took a shot at the 2024 NBA Draft as a junior coming out of Iowa. He went to the 2024 NBA Draft combine, but continuing injuries in both of his shoulders made him a non-viable candidate for NBA teams.

College Football News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / April 30

Iowa Swipes DB From Big Ten Opponent in Latest Transfer Portal Victory

For someone who apparently does not like utilizing the transfer portal, Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Kirk Ferentz has certainly been making use of it this offseason.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Hardwood Heroics / April 30

'Yeahhh Willy': Caitlin Clark Elated With Iowa’s Will McIntire Getting FGCU Coaching Stint

Former Iowa Hawkeyes star Caitlin Clark sent her congratulations to an Iowa colleague who marked a new milestone in their sports career. Will McIntire, who was with the Iowa Hawkeyes during Caitlin Clark’s time at the university, reached another step in his coaching career.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Black Heart Gold Pants / April 29

Iowa Baseball: This is Getting Ridiculous (ly) Fun

The Hawkeye Train Keeps on Chuggin’ Game 1: Friday Night Nail-Biter Iowa opened the series with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Indiana in 10 innings. Big Fella Blake Guerin played small ball and laid down a clutch bunt to bring home the winning run — a strong reminder of his skill at the plate.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / April 29

Big Ten Reveals Massive Home Games For Ben McCollum And Iowa In 2025-26

The Iowa Hawkeyes men's basketball program announced on Tuesday that they've been given their Big Ten Single & Double Plays for the 2025-26 season — which is going to be the inaugural campaign for new head coach Ben McCollum.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Black Heart Gold Pants / April 29

NFL Draft Recap - The Draft Picks

It was a busy Saturday for former Hawks, as the NFL Draft concluded after three days of drama and hysteria in Green Bay. In total, five players saw their NFL dreams come true as Kaleb Johnson, Yahya Black, Mitch Richman, Connor Colby, and Luke Lachey were selected between rounds three and seven.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / April 29

Iowa Hawkeyes Targeting North Carolina Forward in Transfer Portal

The Iowa Hawkeyes have been very busy in the transfer portal this offseason, which should not come as too much of a surprise given that they lost half of their team via the portal after Fran McCaffery's firing.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / April 28

Former Iowa Hawkeyes Superstar Earns Enormous NFL Comparison

The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Iowa Hawkeyes running back Kaleb Johnson on the third round of the NFL Draft over the weekend, and given the Steelers' current backfield situation, he should have the opportunity to start right off the rip.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / April 28

Steelers Reveal Why Iowa's Kaleb Johnson Was Their Perfect Fit In 2025 NFL Draft

The Pittsburgh Steelers drafted running back Kaleb Johnson out of Iowa for a handful of reasons. The main thing, though, is that they had a need at running back and felt Johnson would be the perfect fit for their scheme.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Big Ten Network / April 28

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NFL News / Last Word On Sports / April 26

Steelers sign UDFA with great chance to make 2025 roster

The Pittsburgh Steelers made some great picks and some puzzling picks in the 2025 NFL Draft.

Pittsburgh got steal of NFL Draft in Iowa RB Kaleb Johnson

Steelers take big gamble by not addressing QB with top pick

Mike Tomlin provides update on Steelers’ pursuit of Aaron Rodgers

Which NFL rookies reached 1,000 rushing yards since 2000?

The 'Highest-paid NFL players of 2018' quiz

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Yardbarker / April 26

Pittsburgh got steal of NFL Draft in Iowa RB Kaleb Johnson

Knowing they needed a new running back after Najee Harris' departure as a free agent, the Steelers drafted Iowa's Kaleb Johnson in the third round on Friday night.

Five best picks from Day 2 of NFL Draft: Patriots give QB Drake Maye help with star RB

Five worst picks from Day 2 of NFL Draft: Quarterback chaos

NFL Draft first-round grades: Bears, Steelers and Falcons make baffling choices

Mr. Irrelevants from the past 30 years of the NFL Draft

The 'Highest-paid NFL players of 2018' quiz

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Athlon Sports / April 24

Caitlin Clark's Message After Former Iowa Teammate Posts Unseen Clip

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark may be a year removed from her time with the Iowa Hawkeyes, but she still keeps close tabs on her former teammates. Together, they built a strong bond while winning three Big Ten Tournament titles, a Big Ten regular season crown, and making back-to-back appearances in the national championship game.