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A prolific Division III scorer is headed to Iowa City to provide a boost to Jan Jensen

Medina averaged 23.6 points per game for Knox College last season, which was the second-highest average in all of Division III women's basketball.
dearoldgold · May 15, 2026 · mens basketball

A former member of Tight End U is heading to Green Bay after a brief tenure in Houston

The Texans selected Lachey in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft before waiving him and re-signing him to the practice squad last season.
dearoldgold · May 13, 2026

Kirk Ferentz's coaching tree grows after the addition of a former NFL offensive guru

67 years after Moore played for the Hawkeyes, he is heading back to where it all started.
dearoldgold · May 13, 2026

Bennett Stirtz could shoot up draft boards after his shooting showcase at the Combine

Stirtz ranked No. 1 in spot-up shooting, No. 2 in side-mid-side, and No. 3 in shooting off the dribble.
dearoldgold · May 12, 2026

Iowa locked up Ben McCollum and its status as a contender in one fell swoop

The deal keeps McCollum in Iowa City through the 2032 season and starts at $4.35 million per year, increasing to $4.85 million by 2032 (before bonuses).
dearoldgold · May 12, 2026

Iowa's impressive Big Ten Tournament streak goes on thanks to some help from Ohio State

It wasn't the way they would have wanted the streak to continue, but the Hawkeyes are into the postseason for the 11th straight season.
dearoldgold · May 11, 2026

Joel Klatt revealed why he is worried about the Iowa offense, and it isn't about the QB

The offensive line is replacing three starters and important pieces from last season, including Logan Jones, Gennins Dunker, and Beau Stephens.
dearoldgold · May 11, 2026

The Bears have 'Large' plans for one of their undrafted free agent signings

Large was a tight end/fullback hybrid with the Hawkeyes, and Ben Johnson admits he is someone they had their eyes on before the draft.
dearoldgold · May 11, 2026

It's not everyday a legend lets you use his number, and Logan Jones knows its special

The Chicago Bears drafted Jones with the No. 57 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, and now he has extremely high expectations with the No. 54 on his chest.
dearoldgold · May 11, 2026

Gennings Dunker and his glorious red mullet are officially staying in Pittsburgh

Dunker is locked up in Pittsburgh for at least the next four years.
dearoldgold · May 10, 2026

Kaden Wetjen is bringing the speed to Pittsburgh after inking his first pro deal

Wetjen and his blazing speed are staying in Pittsburgh for at least the next four years after the Steelers drafted him with the No. 121 overall pick.
dearoldgold · May 10, 2026

The Iowa tight end group just got even more lethal after a massive injury update

Ostrenga has been out since last season after tearing his Achilles tendon during a September 2025 game against Iowa State in Ames.
dearoldgold · May 10, 2026

It didn't take long for Kate Martin to find a new home after the Valkyries cut her loose

Martin spent the 2025 season with the Golden State Valkyries and averaged 6.2 points and 2.7 rebounds in 16.4 minutes per game.
dearoldgold · May 10, 2026

Caitlin Clark believes she was 'a couple of buckets' away from a really good game

Clark returned for her first regular-season WNBA game since July 2025 and was solid but inconsistent.
dearoldgold · May 09, 2026

It took all of one game for Caitlin Clark to get back to smashing WNBA records

Even though the Indiana Fever lost 107-104 to the Dallas Wings, Clark became the fastest player in WNBA history to record 1,000+ points, 250+ rebounds, and 250+ assists.
dearoldgold · May 09, 2026

Bennett Stirtz is already impressing NBA scouts in unsurprising news to Hawkeye fans

Stirtz is in Chicago for the 2026 NBA Draft Combine and is reportedly in great shape, and shooting lights out in training.
dearoldgold · May 09, 2026

Bennett Stirtz's NBA Draft position is holding steady as we get closer to Draft night

Stirtz has consistently generated NBA Draft buzz since his breakout season for the Drake Bulldogs in 2024-2025.
dearoldgold · May 09, 2026

An interesting prediction by Andy Katz has the Hawkeyes going back-to-back

Even though the NCAA is expanding the field to 76 teams, Iowa is still projected to be easily in the Tournament.
dearoldgold · May 09, 2026 · track field

Iowa's past failures to reach the NCAA Tournament now hurt just a little bit more

Under Fran McCaffery, it took the program four years to reach the big dance, and even though they made it seven times, it could've been more.
dearoldgold · May 09, 2026

Major Ben McCollum news has Iowa positioned as a Big Ten contender for years to come

McCollum led the Hawkeyes to the Elite 8 in his first season in charge, and now he will be in Iowa City for the foreseeable future.
dearoldgold · May 08, 2026

The NCAA has officially made March Madness more maddening than ever before

The approval expands the field from 68 to 76 during March Madness in a highly criticized move.
dearoldgold · May 08, 2026 · track field

A former Hawkeye crowd favorite continues to rapidly rise up the coaching ranks

Davis joins the Colonels after spending two seasons with Evansville as a graduate assistant and assistant coach.
dearoldgold · May 07, 2026

The Valkyries' questionable decision-making continued after axing a former Hawkeye

Martin joined the Valkyries during the 2024 WNBA expansion draft before the organization's debut season in 2025.
dearoldgold · May 07, 2026

The heartbreak for Hawkeye fans is complete as Drake Ayala officially heads to Ames

Ayala goes from one side of the heated rivalry to the other, joining fellow Hawkeye and Iowa State head coach Brent Metcalf in Ames.
dearoldgold · May 07, 2026

The WNBA continues to give Caitlin Clark bulletin board material with its latest flub

Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers led the voting with 33%, while Clark and A'Ja Wilson both earned 20%.
dearoldgold · May 07, 2026

Ben McCollum missed out on an elite prospect, and his decision isn't easy to stomach

Iowa State continues its dominance on the recruiting trail in the state of Wisconsin, as Iowa just missed out on a top prospect.
dearoldgold · May 07, 2026

A duo of talented Hawkeyes are headed to the desert to make their USA Basketball debuts

The USA Basketball 3X Showcase and 3x3 development camp will be used as an evaluation for potential selection for Team USA in the future.
dearoldgold · May 07, 2026

Seth Wallace worked his magic again by locking up another prolific in-state LB

Van Maanen is a star LB prospect from Pella High School in Pella, Iowa, who had a prolific junior season for the Dutch with 92.5 tackles in 2025.
dearoldgold · May 07, 2026

Jan Jensen has nothing but excitement about the upside of one of her newest signings

Faison officially signed with the program and is looking for an expanded role after only playing 7.8 minutes as a freshman for the Georgia Bulldogs last season.
dearoldgold · May 05, 2026

Better late than never for a two-way in-state star as a late addition to the 2026 class

Alford was a two-way star for Kuemper Catholic in Carroll, Iowa, tallying 51 catches for 714 yards and 7 touchdowns on offense, adding 77 total tackles, including 6.5 tackles for loss and three sacks. He also added six interceptions.
dearoldgold · May 05, 2026 · football

The uphill climb to make an NFL roster just got even steeper for Ethan Hurkett

Hurkett, a Cedar Rapids, Iowa native, started all 13 games for Iowa at defensive end in 2025, tallying 36 total tackles, including 10.5 tackles for loss, and 8 sacks.
dearoldgold · May 05, 2026

Questions about the offense didn't stop Iowa from climbing into a way-too-early top 25

They project the Iowa backfield to be one of the best in the Big Ten, and no one is worried about a Phil Parker-coached defense. If the offense can put up around 30 points per game, Iowa could be a force next season.
dearoldgold · May 04, 2026 · track field

One season as a starting OT was enough for PFF to anoint Trevor Lauck as a top prospect

After becoming a starter at tackle last season for the Joe Moore Award-winning offensive line, Lauck is now projected as the sixth OT and the No. 31 overall player according to PFF College.
dearoldgold · May 04, 2026

In unsurprising news to Iowa fans, Kade Pieper is already topping 2027 big boards

PFF projects Pieper to be the first interior lineman taken in the 2027 NFL Draft if he decides to declare.
dearoldgold · May 04, 2026

Iowa showcased it's elite defense over the weekend and it definitely isn't a fluke

Even though the Hawkeyes ultimately couldn't complete the sweep over Big Ten rival Illinois, it was a solid weekend and a series win for Rick Heller's club. Iow
dearoldgold · May 04, 2026

Iowa is getting hot at the right time thanks to a scorching stretch at the plate

The Hawkeyes are now 12-12 in Big Ten play after winning back-to-back series against Indiana and Illinois.
dearoldgold · May 04, 2026

The Hawkeyes got in on the ground floor with an offer to an unranked two-way prospect

Mosolino currently plays defensive line and tight end for Prairie Ridge High School in Crystal Lake, Illinois.
dearoldgold · May 03, 2026

Jay Norvell has his eyes on a two-way prospect to solidify a growing 2027 class

Hampton lined up at running back, linebacker, and defensive back for Kenowa Hills High School as a junior last year.
dearoldgold · May 03, 2026

Iowa has entered the fray for a Indiana gunslinger who has a lot of Big Ten interest

The six-foot-four quarterback is a pure gunslinger, and he also showcased good accuracy, especially on deep throws downfield.
dearoldgold · May 03, 2026 · football

Iowa is working hard to lock up a productive 2027 RB prospect to bolster the backfield

Thomas racked up 1,337 rushing yards and 19 touchdowns for Warren Central High School in 2025.
dearoldgold · May 02, 2026 · football

Iowa has entered the race for dynamic 2027 two-way prospect with elite potential

Britt lined up at defensive back, running back, and wide receiver for the Lynx last season.
dearoldgold · May 02, 2026

Iowa's latest offer proves they want to add some size to the 2028 recruiting class

Fowler, a six-foot-four prospect from Sage Hill School, averaged a near-double-double with 10.8 points and 9.5 rebounds per game as a sophomore last season.
dearoldgold · May 02, 2026

Drake Ayala is reportedly headed west to Ames in a move no Hawkeye fan ever wanted to see

Ayala, a three-time All-American with the Hawkeyes, is the latest former Hawkeye to join the Iowa State wrestling coaching staff.
dearoldgold · May 02, 2026 · wrestling

Ben McCollum believes that a newcomer has only scratched the surface of his potential

McKeever was one of two big transfer portal additions for the Hawkeyes after he signed with the program fro Saint Mary's.
dearoldgold · May 02, 2026

A former Iowa star was an obvious choice to receive an invite to the NBA Draft Combine

Stirtz capped off his college career by averaging 19.8 points, 4.4 assists, 2.4 rebounds, and 1.4 steals per game for the Hawkeyes last season.
dearoldgold · May 02, 2026

Iowa fans get first look at when record-setting rookie class begins NFL grind

Iowa will have seven rookies reporting to camp in 2026.
dearoldgold · May 01, 2026

Iowa is still in the mix for a top 2027 prospect with one major hurdle to overcome

Davis announced that Iowa, Iowa State, Marquette, Nebraska, and Wisconsin are on his final list, and he will make his decision on May 6.
dearoldgold · May 01, 2026

An injury-plagued WR is getting a chance to showcase what he can do at the next level

Ever since joining the Hawkeyes from Charleston in 2023, Anderson has dealt with multiple injuries that have limited his on-field production.
dearoldgold · May 01, 2026 · track field

Iowa is taking a chance on an standout in-state LB to add to a growing 2027 class

Van Maanen currently plays football for Pella High School in Pella, Iowa, and although he is unranked, he showcased his speed and high football IQ last season.
dearoldgold · May 01, 2026 · football

Kirk Ferentz doubled-down on his disgust with the NCAA's recent tampering ruling

The NCAA ruled that Iowa violated recruiting rules by making illegal contact with quarterback Cade McNamara, forcing Ferentz to vacate four wins in addition to its self-imposed sanctions.
dearoldgold · Apr 30, 2026 · football