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The 10 Wildest Stats from Iowa’s 2025 Season (and What They Mean for 2026)

Iowa finished 2025 at 9-4 and ranked #17 in the final AP poll, capped off with a win over Vanderbilt in the ReliaQuest Bowl. On paper, a perfectly nice season. Look under the paper, though, and 2025 was one of the more statistically bizarre Iowa football seasons in recent memory: an offensive line that may […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · May 06, 2026 · football

Hellerball Check-In: Where Iowa Baseball Stands With Regular Season Winding Down

Football season is over and football season is six months away. So while the rest of the Iowa sports calendar settles into spring break mode, our attention naturally turns to the diamond. Rick Heller’s Hawkeyes are 28-18 overall, 12-12 in the Big Ten, and right at the inflection point where the next two weekends decide […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · May 05, 2026

Relive the Moment: The Night Mark Gronowski Wrote His Iowa Legacy

Welcome to Relive the Moment, our offseason series where we crack open the tape on some of the most memorable games in Iowa Hawkeye history. We’ll revisit the setup, the swing plays, and the legacy — and tell you where the cast of characters ended up. First up: a game we never want to stop […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · May 04, 2026 · football

What does Iowa’s performance in the draft say about their last two seasons?

The Iowa Hawkeyes had 7 players drafted this past weekend, a record for the program. The two year stack for the program is 12, most recently matched by the 2010, 2011, and 2012 draft classes when six Hawks were taken each year. Unlike that stretch of seasons, Iowa was unable to capitalize on the same […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · May 01, 2026 · football

Iowa Sets Record as Seven Hawkeyes Hear Their Names at the 2026 NFL Draft

Seven. Seven Hawkeyes. We have spent more drafts than we care to remember sweating out late-Saturday phone calls wondering if Iowa would squeeze in a kicker before midnight to keep the streak alive. Not this year. This year the Hawkeyes set a record, three offensive linemen heard their names called, and Kirk Ferentz quietly added […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Apr 29, 2026 · football

Spring’s Over, the QB Battle Isn’t: Takeaways From Iowa’s Open Practice at Kinnick

The grass at Kinnick has officially soaked up the last spring rep of 2026. Iowa wrapped its 15-practice spring slate with an open session for fans on Saturday morning, and the headlines coming out of it are the ones we expected: the quarterback battle is going to August. A sophomore receiver might be the biggest […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Apr 28, 2026 · football

McCollum’s first portal season a big success

The Iowa Hawkeyes have continued to ride the high of an Elite 8 into a strong start to the offseason. Ben McCollum minimized defections, addressed areas of need, and still have potentially more to go as the pages turn to the 2026-27 season. Keep everyone on the bus A key factor with McCollum is the […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Apr 24, 2026 · mens basketball

2026 NFL Draft Profile: Iowa OL Gennings Dunker

The NFL Draft is just around the corner with the first round slated for Thursday, April 23rd with things kicking off at 7pm CT. That’s followed up by rounds 2-3 kicking off at 6pm CT on Friday, April 24th while rounds 4-7 wrap up all afternoon on Saturday the 25th. As has been the case […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Apr 14, 2026 · football

Hawkeye Football Recruiting: Breaking Down Iowa’s Class of 2027

Iowa has seven commits in the 2027 class, ranked 17th nationally. Here's a full breakdown of every commit, position needs, upcoming visits, and names to watch.
Black Heart Gold Pants · Apr 14, 2026 · football

Iowa Basketball: Hawkeyes Search for a Center in the Transfer Portal

81% of Iowa fans say center is the top transfer portal priority. We break down the names to watch: Andrew McKeever, Sananda Fru, Blake Barkley, Ace Glass, and more.
Black Heart Gold Pants · Apr 13, 2026 · mens basketball

Women’s Basketball: Dani Carnegie commits to the Hawkeyes

Jan Jensen and the Iowa Hawkeyes have landed their first commitment of the offseason with a huge get: former Georgia and Georgia Tech guard Dani Carnegie, who comes to Iowa with two years of eligibility remaining. Carnegie visited Iowa City on April 10 and announced the decision tonight on social media: The signing will reunite […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Apr 12, 2026 · mens basketball

Thank You, Alvaro: Folgueiras Enters the Transfer Portal

Alvaro Folgueiras has entered the transfer portal after one season at Iowa. He gave us the shot that ended a 27-year Sweet 16 drought. We will always have that corner three in Tampa.
Black Heart Gold Pants · Apr 11, 2026 · mens basketball

Hawkeye Football: An Early Look at Iowa’s Spring Practice

Spring football is here, and after spending the last month watching the basketball team make a historic March Madness run, it’s time to pivot to the other sport that makes Iowa City tick. Kirk Ferentz opened spring practice on March 25 for his 28th season at the helm, and there is no shortage of storylines […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Apr 09, 2026 · football

Iowa Basketball: Can McCollum Meet Expectations in Year 2at Iowa?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Iowa fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The college basketball season has finally come to an end as Michigan defeated UConn to win […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Apr 08, 2026 · mens basketball

Taking stock of Iowa’s 2026-27 rotation as the portal opens

It’s that time of year again. When the door on the season closes, the window of the portal opens. So far, there’s been no official movement among the Iowa Hawkeyes, though that could change. But the current state of Iowa’s roster is … pretty good all things considered. As JP noted, the Hawks lose 3 […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Apr 08, 2026 · mens basketball

Taking stock of Iowa’s 2025-26 rotation as the portal opens

It’s that time of year again. When the door on the season closes, the window of the portal opens. So far, there’s been no official movement among the Iowa Hawkeyes, though that could change. But the current state of Iowa’s roster is … pretty good all things considered. As JP noted, the Hawks lose 3 […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Apr 08, 2026 · mens basketball

Iowa Basketball: What to Expect from the Hawkeyes in 2026-2027

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Iowa fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. It was a frustrating, disappointing end to an incredible run, but did not in any way […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Apr 02, 2026 · mens basketball

Iowa Hoops: Reflecting on the McCollum proof of concept after his first season with the Hawks

Ben McCollum’s first season was an unquestioned success after leading the Iowa Hawkeyes (24-13, 10-10) to the Elite 8 for the first time since 1987, Dr. Tom Davis’ first season in Iowa City. But it didn’t always feel that way. There was the January swoon where the Hawks struggled through illness and amassed 3 straight […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Apr 01, 2026 · mens basketball

Hawks run ends with 71-59 loss to Illinois

Well folks. It was a helluva run in Ben McCollum’s first season. But the magic ran out against a familiar foe with the Iowa Hawkeyes (24-13) losing to the Illinois Fighting Illini (28-8), 71-59, after the offense dried up in the second half. Bennett Stirtz led the Hawks with 24 points on 8/17 shooting and […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 29, 2026 · mens basketball

Iowa Hoops: previewing Hawks/Illini, how to watch, & fan discussion

The 9-seeded Iowa Hawkeyes (24-12, 10-10) are facing down the 3-seeded Illinois Fighting Illini (27-8, 15-5) after they took down the hometown Houston Cougars. The Hawks are looking to advance to their first Final Four since 1980 while Illinois hasn’t been there since 2005. These team’s first matchup was an Illinois used an early 13-0 […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 28, 2026 · mens basketball

VAMOS: HAWKS BEAT NEBRASKA TO GO TO ELITE 8

The Iowa Hawkeyes (24-12) are heading to the Elite 8 after a 9-0 run with under 5:00 left to get their first lead of the game and keep it against the rival Nebraska Cornhuskers, winning 77-71. It’s the first time they’ve made the Elite 8 since the 1987 team in Tom Davis’ first season. They’re […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 27, 2026 · mens basketball

Iowa Hoops: how to watch Hawks in Sweet 16 vs Nebraska, Stats, and Fan Discussion

What a year this week has been. Since the Iowa Hawkeyes (23-12, 10-10) punched their ticket into the Sweet 16 against Nebraska (28-6, 15-5), it’s been a whirlwind. Going from decided underdogs in the Round of 32 to functional pick ‘ems was a whiplash I didn’t expect this time of year. Such is the value […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 26, 2026 · mens basketball

Iowa Fans Expect Hawkeyes to Advance to Elite Eight

It is game day in Houston and for the first time in 27 years, the Hawkeyes are playing in the Sweet 16 with a chance for a trip to the Elite Eight on the line. As fate would have it, Iowa is facing off with our neighbors to the west with the Nebraska Cornhuskers doubling […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 26, 2026 · mens basketball

Iowa Hoops: Previewing the Hawkeyes Sweet 16 Matchup vs Big Ten Rival, Nebraska

The 9-seeded Iowa Hawkeyes (23-12, 10-10) are set to take on the 4-seeded Nebraska Cornhuskers (28-6, 15-5) in Houston, TX for the first slot in the Elite 8. After the ups and downs of college basketball, it’s genuinely hilarious and a little bit frustrating for the biggest basketball game either of these programs have played […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 26, 2026 · mens basketball

Ben McCollum Has Led the Iowa Hawkeyes to the Promised Land in Year One

For the first time since 1999, the Iowa men’s basketball team is in the Sweet Sixteen. Despite entering the NCAA Tournament having lost seven of its last ten games, the Hawkeyes managed to upset both #8 seed Clemon and #1 seed Florida, the defending national champion. The architect of these victories was first-year head coach […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 25, 2026 · mens basketball

Re-Live Iowa’s Thrilling Upset of #1 Florida: The Best Social Media Reactions

The internet lost its mind when Alvaro Folgueiras buried a corner three to knock off the defending champs. Here's how social media reacted to Iowa's biggest March Madness win in 27 years.
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 24, 2026 · mens basketball

Women’s Basketball: Iowa’s season ends in heartbreaking fashion to Virginia in OT

For the second game in a row, Virginia guard Kymora Johnson scored 28 points as she led her No. 10 seed Virginia Cavaliers to victory over the No. 2 seed Iowa Hawkeyes in a 83-75 win in Carver-Hawkeye Arena. It’s a gut wrenching loss in many ways for the Hawkeyes, who end the season with […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 23, 2026 · mens basketball

Will Iowa’s NCAA Tournament Run End vs Nebraska in the Sweet 16?

Iowa is in the Sweet 16 for the first time since 1999 and faces Nebraska on Thursday night in Houston. What do you expect from the Hawkeyes?
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 23, 2026 · mens basketball

NCAA Tournament, 2nd Round: Iowa vs. Virginia – How to watch, Fan Discussion

One last time in Carver-Hawkeye Arena this season for the No. 2 seed Iowa Women’s Basketball squad. one last opportunity to play in front of the home crowd for the program’s three seniors. On the line? A spot in the Sweet 16. The opponent? The No. 10 seed Virginia Cavaliers, who will be playing their […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 23, 2026 · mens basketball

Folgueiras Sends Iowa To The Sweet 16, Hawkeyes to Face Nebraska

Iowa 73, Florida 72. Alvaro Folgueiras hit the shot of a lifetime to knock off the defending champs. Now the Hawkeyes face Nebraska in the Sweet 16 for the first time since 1999.
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 23, 2026 · mens basketball

HAWKS BEAT FLORIDA 73-72 FOR FIRST SWEET 16 SINCE 1999

The Iowa Hawkeyes (23-12) took down the defending champion Florida Gators (27-8), 73-72, on an Alvaro Folgueiras 3 with 4.5 seconds remaining. The Hawks were the tougher team from the jump as they built a 10 point lead in the first half and led for 26:20. All of this came with another inefficient night from […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 23, 2026 · mens basketball

Women’s Basketball: Can the Hawkeyes put together a complete game to advance to the Sweet 16?

There’s no question that Ava Heiden did her part on Saturday in No. 2 seed Iowa’s closer than expected 58-48 win over No. 15 seed Fairleigh Dickinson. Her career-high 29 points were at times literally the only offense her team was able to produce. Hannah Stuelke did her part as well, adding 13 points and […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 22, 2026 · mens basketball

Iowa Hoops: previewing Hawks/Gators, how to watch, & fan discussion

The 9-seeded Iowa Hawkeyes (22-12, 10-10) take on the 1-seeded, and defending national champions, Florida Gators (27-7, 16-2) this evening in Tampa, FL. It’s the first chance Iowa’s got of getting to the Sweet 16 since 2021 and it is a slim one. Team Rankings gives the Hawks about a 20% chance while KenPom has […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 22, 2026 · mens basketball

Hawks beat Clemson, 67-61, in first NCAA Tournament win since 2021

The 9-seeded Iowa Hawkeyes (22-12) defeated the #8 Clemson Tigers (24-11) 67-61 to notch their first NCAA Tournament since 2021. It was a slog of a game, as neither team exceeded 41% shooting in the game. Bennett Stirtz led the Hawks with 16 points on 4/17 shooting in an uncharacteristically inefficient game. Kael Combs (15 […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 21, 2026 · mens basketball

Iowa Hoops: how to watch Hawks against Clemson in NCAA Tournament, Stats, and Fan Discussion

The 9-seeded Iowa Hawkeyes (21-12, 10-10) are back in the NCAA Tournament and take on the Clemson Tigers (24-10, 12-6). The Tigers finished tied for fourth in the ACC, which sent 8 teams to the NCAA Tournament. For the Hawkeyes, the stakes are clear: Iowa’s seeking their first NCAA Tournament win since 2021. They’ve made […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 20, 2026 · mens basketball

NCAA Tournament Day Two: How to Watch Every First Round Game on Friday

Day Two of the NCAA Tournament brings 14 first-round games, highlighted by the 9-seed Hawkeyes tipping off against Clemson at 5:50 PM CT on TNT. Here's your full Friday schedule.
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 20, 2026 · mens basketball

Previewing the Hawkeyes matchup against Clemson

The Iowa Hawkeyes (21-12, 10-10) have their dancing shoes again! After missing out on the NCAA Tournament in each of the last two seasons, Ben McCollum and company have them back and facing a stout matchup in the 8-seeded Clemson Tigers (24-10, 12-6). The Tigers started their conference season on an absolute tear – they […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 20, 2026 · mens basketball

NCAA Tournament Day One: Your Complete Guide to Thursday’s First Round Action

The NCAA Tournament tips off today with 16 first-round games. Here's your complete Day 1 schedule, the best games to watch, and a reminder that Iowa's date with Clemson comes tomorrow.
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 19, 2026 · mens basketball

Hawkeye Women Expected to Make NCAA Tournament Run, Men Not So Much

Happy March Madness to all those who celebrate! The NCAA Tournament is officially here with action kicking off on Thursday, March 19th for the men and Friday, March 20th for the women. This year marks the first time since 2023 where both the Iowa men and women are dancing. While both teams are in the […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 19, 2026 · mens basketball

Big Ten’s NCAA Tournament Odds Round Up

The Iowa Hawkeyes (21-12, 10-10) are back in the NCAA Tournament & take on the Clemson Tigers (24-10, 12-6) in Tampa, FL at 5:50 PM on Friday. FanDuel has the odds at Iowa -2.5 with an over/under of 129.5. The Hawks are -146 favorites despite being the 9 seed. You can get Clemson at +122 […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 19, 2026 · mens basketball

Iowa Basketball: How far will the Hawkeyes go in the NCAA Tournament?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Iowa fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Folks, it’s that time of year again. The bracket is out. The matchups are set. And […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 17, 2026 · mens basketball

Women’s Basketball: Iowa earns 2 seed in NCAA Tournament, will host Farleigh Dickinson in Iowa City

Fresh off a second-place finish in a loaded Big Ten Conference, and a run to the Big Ten Tournament championship game (which we will NOT ever talk about again), the Iowa Women’s Basketball team has earned a No. 2 seed (and No. 5 overall!) in the NCAA Tournament. They will once again host the first […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 16, 2026 · mens basketball

Hawks get 9 seed, will face Clemson in Tampa on Friday

After missing the NCAA Tournament each of the last two seasons, the Iowa Hawkeyes (21-12, 10-10) are back. They nabbed a 9 seed in the South Region and will face the Clemson Tigers (24-10, 12-6) on Friday, March 20th, in Tampa, FL. Iowa is currently a 2.5-point favorite according to FanDuel. These teams are going […]
Black Heart Gold Pants · Mar 15, 2026 · mens basketball