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3 important takeaways from Iowa's first depth chart release of the regular season
Still no quarterback decision, a new starting center, and two surprise new special teams starters are all part of an interesting first depth chart for the Hawkeyes.
Multiple former Hawkeyes who were victims of NFL cutdown received another chance
Nine former Hawkeyes were signed to practice squads, with the potential for more, before the start of the 2026-2027 regular season.
Kaleb Johnson is finally getting the change of scenery he desperately needed
The Pittsburgh Steelers initially selected Johnson with the No. 88 overall pick in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft and recently traded him to the Packers for a 2028 sixth-round pick.
3 undrafted Hawkeyes accomplished a rare feat by making a 53-man NFL roster
Kicker Drew Stevens (Washington Commanders), tight end Hayden Large (Chicago Bears), and safety Xavier Nwankpa (Kansas City Chiefs) all made a 53-man roster.
Former Hawkeye Mark Gronowski became a victim of the NFL's 53-man roster crunch
Gronowski was recently waived and re-signed by the Dolphins after their first preseason game, but was again waived as part of the NFL's 53-man roster cut-down deadline.
2026 NFL 53-man roster cutdown tracker: Which former Hawkeyes are looking for new homes
As the deadline approaches for all 32 NFL teams to trim down to 53 players, we have all the former Hawkeyes who fell victim to roster cut-down day.
2026 NFL 53-man roster cut-down tracker: Which former Hawkeyes are looking for new homes
As the deadline approaches for all 32 NFL teams to trim down to 53 players, we have all the former Hawkeyes who fell victim to roster cut-down day.
NFL teams are quickly learning the hard way why you shouldn't kick to Kaden Wetjen
Wetjen set the Iowa program record for most career return touchdowns, and he picked up right where he left off in the Steelers' most recent preseason game against the Bills.
The Big Ten QB rankings are out, and it isn't a surprise where the Hawkeyes landed
An unknown starter, coupled with recent inconsistencies, has knocked Iowa down to the last overall spot in Brad Crawford's preseason Big Ten QB rankings.
Ben McCollum got some great news from one of the top guards in the 2027 class
Ben McCollum and the program have been aggressively pursuing Daughtry since last summer and have earned a spot on his top-14 list.
First-year phenom Tradon Bessinger is forcing his way into the quarterback conversation
While most eyes have been focused on the starting QB battle between projected starters Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski, Bessinger has shown that Iowa will be in good hands in the future.
A veteran DL stepping up during the offseason is welcome news for Hawkeye fans
Montgomery stated that Hawthorne "is a beast" and "makes his job easy."
It's next-man-up mentality for Iowa as its secondary depth could be tested early
Brown has been dealing with a soft tissue injury and hasn't played since the spring.
Kirk Ferentz's interesting admission created a position battle no one saw coming
After months of everyone assuming Pieper had been handed the job, Ferentz threw a wrench into the works.
4 intriguing games on the Iowa WBB non-conference schedule for fans to keep an eye on
UConn (Nov. 7), Vanderbilt (Nov. 15), Baha Mar Hoops Tournament (Nov. 23-25), and Iowa State (Dec. 9) are very interesting non-conference games that provide different challenges for the squad.
A difficult non-conference schedule is exactly the early test that Iowa needs
Jan Jensen and the program will face several tough challenges before reaching Big Ten play.
Caitlin Clark's recent head-turning achievement puts her in a category all her own
Clark notched her fifth career 30+ point, 10+ assist game, which is more than every player in WNBA history combined.
The Big Ten is slamming the door shut on NFL players returning before teams are tempted
ESPN Senior College Football writer Pete Thamel reported that the Big Ten is set to pass a rule that prohibits players from the NFL from playing for any conference program.
A highly productive 2027 Iowa RB commit is proving why he could be a hidden gem
Iowa doesn't always lock up four- and five-star running back recruits in the backfield, but there is a reason they are consistently one of the best rushing team
Logan Jones is giving Ben Johnson a lot to think about as he battles for a starting role
In two games, Jones has played 26 pass-blocking snaps and hasn't allowed any QB pressure.
For Iowa's defense to elevate its game, it must 'live up to the standard'
Lee and Montgomery gave a simple response when asked what the defense needs to do next season to elevate their play.
A linebacker has been turning heads during fall camp and it might not be who you think
Manson was called a "future star" by longtime DL coach Reese Morgan.
DJ Vonnahme's stock couldn't be higher as his meteoric rise to the top continues
Butt called Vonnahme a potential first-round draft pick during BTN's training camp tour stop in Iowa City.
Jake Butt's bold assertions about Iowa football should get fans excited for this season
Butt said he "loves" being around Iowa football, and while he doesn't know what to expect from the QB, doubt Iowa at your own peril.
The Iowa offensive line received a massive stamp of approval from an unlikely source
BTN was impressed by Iowa's OL, with analyst Jake Butt saying the unit will be in the running for the Joe Moore Award after the season.
Tim Lester revealed with he is looking at in the extremely tight starting QB battle
Lester is looking at turnovers, explosive plays, and time to throw as three of the top deciding factors in the competition.
Kirk Ferentz doubled down on his starting QB assessment with the clock ticking down
BTN made a stop in Iowa City during their annual training camp tour, and Ferentz remained adamant that Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski are still neck and neck.
Tim Lester is expanding the playbook, and that's amazing news for the Iowa offense
Lester continues to expand and tweak the playbook to better fit Iowa's unique personnel.
Iowa's offense has a great problem, as 2 position groups are forcing a scheme change
The Hawkeyes offense made some big plays with QB Mark Gronowski using his legs last season, but we won't see as much of that this season.
Why a rough day at fall camp for Iowa's starting quarterback options isn't a big deal
Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski didn't look their best, but Kirk Ferentz is still adamant that the decision won't be made until closer to the week one game against Northern Illinois.
Iowa Football was just given a stark reminder about its previous program shortcomings
The football program has been successful, but it hasn't won the big game or even made the CFP.
Iowa has jumped into the mix for a rising 2028 dual-threat QB prospect with big potential
Tillman, a Traverse City, MI, native, went from having zero offers at the end of last season to racking up multiple Power Four offers before his junior year.
Killyan Toure's injury update could give Iowa the advantage they were looking for
Toure won't return to the court until January after recently undergoing shoulder surgery.
Tyler Linderbaum's latest distinction proves that Iowa is elite at developing talented OL
Linderbaum was the only Hawkeye to make PFF's All-Decade Team.
A handful of Hawkeyes are next in line to continue Iowa's legacy at the Senior Bowl
Deshaun Lee, Jack Dotzler, Kade Pieper, Trevor Lauck, and Zach Lutmer were all named to the Senior Bowl Top 300 list.
4 intriguing non-conference games that Hawkeye fans must pay attention to
The Hawkeyes added Virginia Tech, Xavier, Iowa State, and Alabama to a challenging non-conference schedule.
All eyes are on Caitlin Clark as the divisive MVP conversation reaches a fever point
For longtime ESPN personality Linda Cohn, Clark would get her vote because of her all-around impact. She said it is called the "Most Valuable Player," not the "Most Stats Per Player."
The Iowa secondary is in good hands with two potential breakout stars leading the way
Pro Football Focus (PFF) ranked Zach Lutmer (No. 4) and Xavier Styles (No. 5) as two of the highest-graded returning DBs in the Big Ten.
Michigan is pulling out all the stops to make sure Iowa leaves Ann Arbor with a loss
The Sept. 26 game will be the first time Iowa and Michigan have matched up since the 2023 Big Ten Championship game.
Iowa Football earned a unique preseason distinction that proves what fans already know
The Hawkeyes haven't had a losing season since 2012 and have consistently outplayed their preseason ranking.
2 Hawkeyes that were clear snubs from the AP Preseason All-American teams
Both Lutmer and Lauck have the potential for breakout seasons for the Hawkeyes after becoming full-time starters last season.
There should be zero surprise that Kade Pieper earned more preseason recognition
After shifting from guard to center for the Hawkeyes' OL, Pieper was named a First-Team All-American selection.
There should zero surprise that Kade Pieper earned more preseason recognition
After shifting from guard to center for the Hawkeyes' OL, Pieper was named a First-Team All-American selection.
Kamari Moulton won't be flying under the radar in 2026 as he finally gets some respect
The Doak Walker Award is presented annually to the best running back in college football.
Jeremy Hecklinski's hype train isn't slowing down as the starting QB battle rages on
Hawkeye fans and the media are all behind Hecklinski starting, even though Kirk Ferentz has yet to name a starter.
Hawkeye fans aren't the only ones gushing about transfer wide receiver Tony Diaz
Diaz has been opening a lot of eyes since transferring to Iowa from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley this offseason.
Dick Vitale echoed what all Caitlin Clark fans have been saying all along
Vitale believes Clark's scoring and passing skills warrant her being in the MVP conversation, and we couldn't agree more.
Caitlin Clark has been so good that she is now competing against herself for records
Clark tied her own 2024 record, which she set as a rookie.
Tavion Banks slammed the door shut on an Iowa reunion with his latest announcement
Banks was granted an injunction after the new 5-for-5 NCAA rule did not apply to the 2022 class. He is focused on Gonzaga, LSU, Mississippi State, and Oklahoma.
Drew Stevens' path to the starting kicker job in Washington just got a whole lot clearer
After a record-setting year with the Hawkeyes, Stevens went undrafted, but is poised to be the new starting kicker for the Commanders.