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UFC legend Chael Sonnen offered star wrestler Bo Bassett $1 million for NIL rights

Star high school wrestler Bo Bassett's decision to decommit from the Iowa Hawkeyes drew a fiery response from UFC legend Chael Sonnen. Bassett is considered as the No.

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Iowa Hawkeyes Receive Boom-or-Bust Outlook Ahead of 2025 Season

The Iowa Hawkeyes have made significant strides in making improvements on the offensive side of the ball, but there’s still room to grow. The defense has proven it can reload consistently under defensive coordinator Phil Parker, but he’ll only return five starters, none of whom were the stars of the show last year.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 24

Former Iowa Hawkeyes Star RB Receives High Praise from Legendary Coach

The Pittsburgh Steelers are no strangers to Iowa Hawkeyes in recent years. This is a new trend for the Steelers and it recently included running back Kaleb Johnson.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 24

Iowa Hawkeyes' Counterintuitive Tactics Working WIth Elite OL Recruit Will Slagle

The Iowa Hawkeyes do things a little bit differently on the recruiting trail, and that's always been the case in the Kirk Ferentz era. Few programs in the country have been better at finding "diamonds in the rough" and turning them into legitimate college football players.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 23

Latest Iowa Linebacker Commit Speaks Out on Decision to Join Hawkeyes

The Iowa Hawkeyes’ latest commitment from three-star linebacker Kasen Thomas was a year in the making. He told On3’s Hawkeye Report soon after announcing his commitment that, “It feels like the weight of the world came off of my shoulders,” after he made the announcement.

Keegan Murray News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 23

Insider Reveals Major Trade Update on Former Iowa Hawkeyes Star

It hasn't exactly been smooth sailing for former Iowa Hawkeyes star Keegan Murray since being selected by the Sacramento Kings with the fourth overall pick of the 2022 NBA Draft.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 23

Iowa Hawkeyes Land Intriguing 2026 DB

The Iowa Hawkeyes added another defensive prospect on Sunday night. Defensive back Ronnie Hill announced his commitment to Iowa after attending a camp on Thursday.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Black Heart Gold Pants / June 23

Iowa Football: An Early Look at Rutgers

Can Iowa stay perfect against the Scarlet Knights? I know that I’ve mentioned that my dad went to Rutgers before, it was a different time, and he’s been

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 22

Fellow Big Ten Head Coach Answers if he Will Replace Legendary Coach at Iowa

Iowa Hawkeyes' head coach Kirk Ferentz is the longest tenured coach in the nation heading into 2025. It will be Ferentz's 27th season as head coach in Iowa City.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 20

Iowa Hawkeyes Land Intriguing In-State Safety

The Iowa Hawkeyes continue to recruit the defensive side of the ball well in-state. On Wednesday, safety Noah Daniel committed to Iowa as a preferred walk-on.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Black Heart Gold Pants / June 20

Iowa Baseball: Hawkeyes Look to Take the Next Step

The importance of the transfer portal becomes more evident each season for college athletics. It’s a little wild how quickly sports seasons change. Within a few days, the Hawks must immediately look ahead to next year.

Caitlin Clark News / Athlon Sports / June 20

Caitlin Clark's Former Teammate Gets Good News on Thursday

Hannah Stuelke is preparing for her senior season at the University of Iowa and will be traveling later this month. The 21-year-old from Cedar Rapids is often referred to as a former teammate of Caitlin Clark, but she’s also built a strong basketball career of her own.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 19

Iowa 2026 TE Target Puts Hawkeyes in Top Three

The Iowa Hawkeyes remain in the mix for one of their top offensive targets in the 2026 class. On Wednesday, On3 reported that three-star tight end Preston Fryzel has narrowed his list down to three and set a commitment date.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Black Heart Gold Pants / June 19

#TBT: The 1982 Peach Bowl

Iowa’s first trip to a bowl not called the Rose Bowl was a memorable one. We have another Albany situation here folks. Iowa’s week 3 opponent is the University of Massachusetts, a team they’ll be facing for the first time in history.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 18

Iowa Hawkeyes Land 2026 WR With Ties to Athletic Program

The Iowa Hawkeyes have made another addition on the offensive side of the ball. On Wednesday morning, wide receiver Isaiah Oliver announced his commitment to the Hawkeyes.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 18

Former Iowa Hawkeye Among Best Available Free Agents After Minicamp

Brandon Scherff has been one of the best Iowa Hawkeyes to break into the NFL over the last decade. Scherff, who made a name for himself in Washington before landing in Jacksonville, remains unsigned as teams finish up minicamps.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 18

Iowa Hawkeyes Offensive Line Earns Noteworthy Praise With Promising Season in Store

The Iowa Hawkeyes are looking to turn their offense from a center of jokes to the center of attention. In Tim Lester’s first season as offensive coordinator, the Hawkeyes made a significant jump.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 18

Iowa Hawkeyes Legend Caitlin Clark at Center of Heated WNBA Scuffle

In her second game back from a quad injury, Caitlin Clark went off again — and this time, she was at the center of a contentious sequence. Clark, a four-year Iowa star now playing for the WNBA’s Indiana Fever, got poked in the eye by Connecticut’s Jacy Sheldon in the third quarter of Tuesday’s game between the Fever and Sun.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Black Heart Gold Pants / June 18

From the Cheap Seats: Gronowski at the helm

Can Mark Gronowski be the bridge we need to the future of the QB position at Iowa? Mark Gronowski has returned to Iowa City, and after watching this program

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Black Heart Gold Pants / June 17

Iowa Football: Cash Herrera Decommits from Hawkeyes

3-Star Quarterback Cash Herrera decommits from the 2026 recruiting class. Starting the week off with a slight blow to #Swarm26, Three Star QB Cash Herrera officially decommitted from Iowa on Monday, via X.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 17

Where Iowa Hawkeyes' 2026 class stands after loss of California QB Cash Herrera

On Monday, the Iowa Hawkeyes lost an important member of their 2026 recruiting class. Quarterbacks make the world go 'round in this day and age of football, so seeing one leave your stockpile is never good.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 17

Former Iowa Hawkeyes Star Receives Urgent Take About 2025 NFL Season

Former Iowa Hawkeyes star edge defender Lukas Van Ness needs a huge season with the Green Bay Packers. Pro Football Focus recently highlighted one player from all 32 franchises facing a make-or-break season in 2025, and the Packers' former first-round selection was an unfortunate, obvious choice.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Athlon Sports / June 15

Iowa Hawkeyes Left Speechless by Caitlin Clark's Latest Admission

After missing five games with a left quadriceps strain, Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark returned to the court on Saturday afternoon to face the New York Liberty.