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The Iowa Hawkeyes have a new quarterback, as they landed former South Dakota State star Mark Gronowski via the transfer portal. While there is some excitement surrounding Gronowski, fans are also a bit tentative thanks to the failed Cade McNamara experiment.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / January 19

Spartans Bitter Rival's Former QB Transfers to FCS Mid-Major

The Michigan State Spartans had their fun beating former Michigan Wolverines quarterback Cade McNamara twice in three years, but will not see him again after making an extremely surprising transfer decision.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 18

Iowa Hawkeyes QB Cade McNamara Finalizes Transfer Destination

The Iowa Hawkeyes opened up the 2024 college football season with strong belief in quarterback Cade McNamara. However, that confidence did not last long and McNamara ended up struggling mightily.

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College Football News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / January 18

Former Michigan quarterback transfers to FCS program

Former Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara has reportedly found a new home, signing with FCS program East Tennessee State. After winning the starting job heading into the 2021 season, McNamara helped guide Michigan to a 12-2 overall record, including a win over Ohio State, a Big Ten championship, and a spot in the College Football Playoff.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / January 18

4,000-Yard Big Ten QB Announces Unexpected Transfer Portal Decision

The college football transfer portal saw a major influx in the first window (Dec. 9-28), with nearly 2,700 players having entered, per On3Sports. As players

College Football News / The Spun / January 18

'What A Downfall' - College QB Cade McNamara Mocked After Transfer Decision

Cade McNamara is officially leaving the Big Ten behind. On Saturday, the former Michigan and Iowa quarterback revealed where he'll transfer to for the 2025 season. McNamara started his college career at Michigan.

College Football News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 7

Notre Dame Named Possible Destination for Iowa QB Transfer

The Iowa Hawkeyes will be looking for a new quarterback in 2025. Cade McNamara opted to enter the transfer portal as a grad transfer and will be looking for an eligibility waiver from the NCAA in order to have another year in college football.

College Football News / Field Level Media / December 4

Report: Iowa QB Cade McNamara to transfer, seek seventh season

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara will re-enter the NCAA transfer portal and petition the NCAA for a seventh season of eligibility, ESPN reported Wednesday.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 4

Former Michigan QB Enters College Football Transfer Portal

Following the 2024 college football season, the transfer portal has started to heat up, with many top-tier talents already entering their name into it.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / November 29

Iowa QB Oddly Absent from Team Ceremony in Latest Twist

What exactly is going on between Cade McNamara and the Iowa Hawkeyes? The senior quarterback has not played since Oct. 26 due to a concussion he suffered during a win over the Northwestern Wildcats, but he was apparently healthy enough to practice this week.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / November 28

Iowa Hawkeyes' QB Saga Continues Getting Weirder

The Iowa Hawkeyes have one of the most confusing quarterback situations in college football right now. Earlier this week, it was revealed that both Cade McNamara and Brendan Sullivan were removed from Iowa's depth chart.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / November 27

Iowa Hawkeyes Coach Provides Major Take on New QB

The Iowa Hawkeyes have had a rollercoaster season at the quarterback position. When the year began, they had high hopes for Cade McNamara to be a quality starter.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / November 26

Iowa Hawkeyes Unveil Decisive Roster Move

The Iowa Hawkeyes are preparing for their final game of the regular season against the Nebraska Cornhuskers, and in the process, they appear to have made a decisive roster move.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / November 23

Iowa Should be Relieved the Season is Almost Over

The Iowa Hawkeyes were able to cobble together a 29-13 win over the Maryland Terrapins on Saturday afternoon in spite of entering the game with major distractions.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / November 22

Iowa Unveils Confusing News on Cade McNamara

The Iowa Hawkeyes are preparing to face the Maryland Terrapins on Saturday, and while their quarterback situation appeared murky all week, it looks like things have finally been established.

College Football News / Field Level Media / November 22

Iowa QB Cade McNamara slams 'ridiculous' rumors

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara released a statement Friday slamming the "100% false" media reports that suggested he had thrown his final pass for the Hawkeyes.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / November 22

Cade McNamara addresses rumors he quit on Iowa football

Cade McNamara posted a statement on social media Friday to address rumors about his status with the Iowa Hawkeyes.

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Iowa Hawkeyes News / Yardbarker / October 29

Iowa's McNamara won't play vs. Wisconsin due to concussion

Iowa QB Cade McNamara won't play Saturday vs. Wisconsin due to concussion

McNamara, the former Michigan Wolverine, transferred to Iowa ahead of the 2023 season. Simply put, it has been a struggle for the senior quarterback.

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College Football News / Field Level Media / October 29

Iowa QB Cade McNamara (concussion) out vs. Wisconsin

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara will miss Saturday's game against Wisconsin due to a concussion. McNamara sustained the head injury during last Saturday's 40-14 home win over Northwestern.

College Football News / Field Level Media / October 23

Pressure is on Iowa QB Cade McNamara vs. Northwestern

Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz said quarterback Cade McNamara "has to play better" and "has to throw the ball more accurately." Ferentz also said the struggling McNamara will remain the Hawkeyes' starter as the team hosts Northwestern on Saturday afternoon in Iowa City.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / October 4

Ohio State football is out for revenge against Cade McNamara

The Ohio State football program does not like Cade McNamara. McNamara has already been a part of two huge wins over Ohio State during his collegiate career.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 1

Iowa Hawkeyes' Cade McNamara Holds Key Distinction vs Ohio State

Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Cade McNamara has been much-maligned this season, and you can understand why. Through Iowa's first four games, McNamara has looked wildly unimpressive, throwing for 588 yards, three touchdowns and a couple of interceptions while completing 62.7 percent of his passes.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 21

Cade McNamara's Brutal Struggles Continue For Iowa vs. Minnesota

The voices calling to bench Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Cade McNamara may be getting louder. McNamara put forth another miserable showing during the first half of Iowa's matchup with the Minnesota Golden Gophers on Saturday night, going 7-for-13 with 16 yards.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 12

Insider Reveals Major Concern For Iowa Hawkeyes QB Cade McNamara

The Cade McNamara era has not exactly gotten off to an auspicious start for the Iowa Hawkeyes, and now, some are wondering if McNamara is genuinely the answer at quarterback.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / November 28, 2023

Former Michigan QB Cade McNamara: 'I Know So Much About That Other Team'

Maybe I'm overthinking it, maybe I'm reading too much into it, but it's just something that rubs me the wrong way. Former Michigan starting quarterback Cade McNamara recently sat down for an interview where he discussed this weekend's Big Ten Championship matchup between the Hawkeyes and the Wolverines.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 2, 2023

Iowa loses McNamara for 'likely' the rest of the season

Iowa loses QB Cade McNamara for 'likely' the rest of the season

Things just aren't going the Iowa Hawkeyes way, especially offensively, in 2023.

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College Football News / Yardbarker / December 13, 2022

Former Michigan QB Cade McNamara wants to 'flip the script' on Iowa's offensive woes

For a while, it seemed as if the Iowa Hawkeyes were trending to have the worst offense in college football history. It didn't end up that way, factually, but it's not as if the Hawkeyes were all that good this past season. Newly transferred QB Cade McNamara is hoping to change that.

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College Football News / Yardbarker / December 1, 2022

Former Michigan QB Cade McNamara announces transfer decision

The expectation was that it wouldn't take McNamara long for him to find a new college home, and that expectation was right on the money. Just a few days after putting his name into the transfer portal, McNamara has announced his decision.

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