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Kirk Ferentz: Healthy Zach Lutmer’s Best Football Is Still Ahead for Iowa Football

Kirk Ferentz: Healthy Zach Lutmer’s Best Football Is Still Ahead for Iowa Football

Phil Parker's defenses are built upon elite defensive back play. You know the history. It's what Iowa does. This year, that distinction belongs to Zach Lutmer, the Iowa Hawkeyes' do-it-all safety, cornerback, and coach on the field.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 10
3 Iowa Hawkeyes Ready to Make Their Mark in the Cy-Hawk History Books

3 Iowa Hawkeyes Ready to Make Their Mark in the Cy-Hawk History Books

Rivalry games carry so much more weight than other games throughout a season. As much as head coaches like to treat them like any other game, they mean more.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / August 20
Zach Lutmer's Versatility Creates Unique Opportunities for Iowa Football

Zach Lutmer's Versatility Creates Unique Opportunities for Iowa Football

Get ready to hear a lot more about Zach Lutmer as the 2026 college football season draws closer and gets underway. He is set to be Iowa's next big thing in the secondary and has the skills to do it.

College Football News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / August 15
The Iowa Hawkeyes Are Reloading, But Not Where You May Expect

The Iowa Hawkeyes Are Reloading, But Not Where You May Expect

They are at it again. The Iowa Hawkeyes have seemingly found another game-changer on their roster who has the talent to single-handedly win them games with one or two plays.

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Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / August 13
Iowa Top Returning Defensive Players in 2026

Iowa Top Returning Defensive Players in 2026

It's the Iowa defense. It's going to be good. You know it. I know it. Everyone knows it. With Phil Parker still in Iowa City as the defensive coordinator, there is a certain expectation of sustained success on that side of the ball, and it always seems to be true.

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25 most intriguing storylines to follow for the 2026 college football season

25 most intriguing storylines to follow for the 2026 college football season

College football has historically been known as a sport that caters to the elite. It is very difficult to win a national championship if you aren't Notre Dame, Alabama, Ohio State, or a host of other schools that have great programs that invest heavily in keeping them at the top.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 30
Iowa Football Defense Gives First-Hand Look into Quarterback Competition

Iowa Football Defense Gives First-Hand Look into Quarterback Competition

Will the Iowa Hawkeyes decide their starting quarterback during fall camp? For the sake of Iowa fans, this team, and my own sanity on this website, we can only hope.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / July 23
Predicting Iowa Football's 2026 All-Big Ten Selections

Predicting Iowa Football's 2026 All-Big Ten Selections

It's not really if, but how many Iowa Hawkeyes earn All-Big Ten honors every year. The team produces stars every single year, turning under-recruited talents into nationally recognized talents at the highest level in the Big Ten.

The Next Cooper DeJean? Why Zach Lutmer Could Break Out for Iowa in 2026

The Next Cooper DeJean? Why Zach Lutmer Could Break Out for Iowa in 2026

Have they done it again? Do the Iowa Hawkeyes and Phil Parker have yet another star defensive back manning the secondary? It may be so. Zach Lutmer splashed for the Hawkeyes in 2025, becoming a star on defense and in the Big Ten.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / December 15
Iowa Names MVPs At Team Awards

Iowa Names MVPs At Team Awards

With just one game remaining before putting a wrap on the 2025 season, the Iowa Hawkeyes came together to name their offensive and defensive MVPs. During the team awards, the Hawkeyes named their Most Valuable Player on both sides of the ball.

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Iowa's Outlook Still Promising Despite Loss

Iowa's Outlook Still Promising Despite Loss

Iowa Hawkeyes fans are still reeling after the most recent 20-15 loss to the No.8 Indiana Hoosiers, and quite possibly for good reason. The Hawkeyes were

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