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The Tale of the Tape: Hecklinski vs Brown
The old saying goes if you have two quarterbacks then you have no quarterbacks. Well, Iowa now has two quarterbacks—Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski—both of whom have a reasonable claim to the starting spot. The season began with a quarterback competition and the dreaded “OR” on the depth chart. Then Brown seemed to distance himself […]
Iowa Men's Basketball Fearless Forecast
We have the fearless forecast for the Iowa men's basketball team for the upcoming season.
Four stats to watch for Iowa men's basketball
With the Iowa men's basketball season approaching, we have four stats to watch this season.
Welker Wins Third-Straight Gold Medal at U23 World Championships
Hawkeyes Open ITA Regionals with Strong Start in Memphis
The University of Iowa Women’s Tennis team opened competition at the ITA Regional Championships on Thursday, seeing action in both singles and doubles.
Iowa Suffers Home Defeat to No. 13 Purdue
University of Iowa volleyball lost in straight sets to No. 13 Purdue on Thursday night at Xtream Arena. The Hawkeyes fell to 12-9 and 1-6 in the Big Ten.
Iowa DB Zach Lutmer named 2026 Lott IMPACT Trophy Quarterfinalist
By hawkeyesports.com IOWA CITY, Iowa — University of Iowa fourth-year defensive back Zach Lutmer has been named a 2026 Lott IMPACT Trophy Quarterfinalist, it was announced Thursday by the Pacific Club IMPACT Foundation. The 16 quarterfinalists represent the finest defensive players in college football who have had the biggest impact on their teams both on […]
Iowa Hawkeyes Women’s Sports: Field Hockey and Soccer 2026 Mid-Season Report
A well-kept secret in Iowa City is the legendary history of the Iowa Hawkeyes field hockey team, the winningest program in Big Ten history. While casual fans might have noticed last year’s NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 run, that postseason appearance was simply par for the course for this powerhouse. Combine their sustained dominance with an […]
'It's like a fine wine. It gets better with age': Jan Jensen Confident In Four-Out Offense Ahead Of Season
The culture of Iowa women's basketball is something head coach Jan Jensen values more than anything. It's all about connectivity, dedication and a genuine love for one another. Despite all the roster turnover, this year's Iowa group has achieved those things ahead of the season.
Gold Team Clinches 2026 Black & Gold World Series
The Gold Team clinched the 2026 Black & Gold World Series with a 13-2 victory over the Black Team on Thursday at Duane Banks Field.
Zach Lutmer Named Lott IMPACT Trophy Quarterfinalist
Fourth-year defensive back Zach Lutmer has been named a 2026 Lott IMPACT Trophy Quarterfinalist.
Iowa offensive lineman Kade Pieper named to Associated Press Midseason All-America team
By hawkeyesports.com IOWA CITY, Iowa — University of Iowa fourth-year offensive lineman Kade Pieper has been named to the Associated Press Midseason All-America team, it was announced Thursday by the Associated Press. Pieper has started 19 consecutive contests at guard, dating back to the start of last season. The Hawkeyes have rushed for 200+ yards […]
Iowa coaches hit the recruiting trail during bye week
With a bye week on the schedule, the Iowa coaching staff will be hitting the recruiting trail this weekend to see several different prospects across the country. In this update, we take a closer look at some of their scheduled stops and much more.
Former Hawkeye Sydney Affolter named special assistant to Iowa women’s basketball head coach
By hawkeyesports.com IOWA CITY, Iowa – Sydney Affolter has been named special assistant to the head coach for the University of Iowa women’s basketball program. Affolter enters her second season on Iowa’s staff after serving as a graduate assistant during the 2025-26 campaign. She joined the staff in the summer of 2025 following a four-year […]
Kade Pieper Named to AP Midseason All-America Team
Fourth-year offensive lineman Kade Pieper has been named to the Associated Press Midseason All-America team.
A midseason bowl projection completely missed the mark on Iowa's landing spot
Iowa is projected to play a familiar opponent at a familiar location, and it's sadly not the College Football Playoff.
2026 College Football Watch Guide – Week 7
After a dominant Hawkeye victory it’s great to have a stress free Saturday. So good, in fact, that we’ll just have to do it again this weekend. It’s Iowa’s bye week and I don’t have a whole lot to say for this week’s intro other than we’ve got some great games ahead of us to […]
Kristinsdottir Earns 3rd Big Ten Freshman of the Week Honor
Kristinsdottir earns third weekly honor after breaking two school records at Illini Women’s Invitational
From five-star to Hawkeye; California native McKenna Woliczko ready for next step
By Pat Harty IOWA CITY, Iowa – At media day this past Tuesday, I asked first-year Iowa forward McKenna Woliczko if she felt any pressure being a five-star recruit. It’s a fair and obvious question to ask, especially at media day, but it’s also the last time she will get asked that question by me. […]
In a new era of college football where money talks, Iowa is doing more with less
Iowa is currently ranked No. 17 overall with a 5-1 record, and sources have told On3 Sports that the total payroll for the roster is around $20 million.
Hawkeyes Wrap Road Slate at Maryland
The University of Iowa women’s soccer team (6-4-5, 1-3-4 Big Ten) wraps up its road slate against Maryland (4-8-2, 1-6-1 Big Ten) on Friday at 6 p.m. (CT) at Ludwig Field.
Associated Press releases its midseason All-Americans at halfway point in college football
The Associated Press has released its list of midseason All-Americans, a list highlighted by Miami quarterback Darian Mensah and Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith. Those two, as well as a handful of other Heisman Trophy contenders, received the prestigious recognition.The AP is pretty tight with it
24-team College Football Playoff bracket seeded based on current AP Top 25 Poll
On Thursday,it was reportedthat the College Football Playoff was nearing a deal to expand to 24 teams. This comes just three seasons after the Playoff was expanded from four to 12 teams. Now, doubling the field looks to be the move for the 2027-28 College Football PlayoffThe system will be set up to
Affolter Named Special Assistant to the Head Coach
Former Hawkeye enters second season on Iowa’s staff in new role
Iowa Football: OC Tim Lester Shares His Approach to Evaluating Quarterbacks
The Hawkeyes are sitting at 5-1 entering a much-needed bye week. Iowa has put itself in a position to control its own destiny over the final six games of the season. A critical decision may be looming for Iowa at the quarterback position.
Mel Kiper Jr. unveils first top-25 prospect Big Board for 2027 NFL Draft
At the mid-way point of the college football season, ESPN’sMel Kiper Jr.has releasedhis first Big Board for the 2027 NFL Draft. The rankings contain Kiper Jr.’s top-25 players in the upcoming Draft, led by generationalOhio Statewide receiverJeremiah Smith. On Wednesday, Kiper Jr.called Smith the bes
College Football Playoff nearing deal to expand to 24 teams
The College Football Playoff is expanding once again.According to ESPN’s Pete Thamel, a deal is being neared to expand to 24 teams. The format is expected to start in 2027, and pending final approvals, will be finalized soon.Later on Thursday, the CFP management committee met to discuss the playoff.
Projecting the lineup: 2026-27 Iowa men's wrestling
In less than a month, the Iowa men’s wrestling program will officially embark on a brand-new season.So, I figured why not take an early crack at what the Hawkeye lineup might look like in 2026-27.Iowa returns half of its postseason starters from last March, including four wrestlers who attained All-
Iowa Rowing Scrimmage Against Drake Postponed
Iowa Scrimmage vs. Drake Postponed; Makeup Date Not Yet Determined
Kade Pieper and Trevor Lauck are trying to do something no other Hawkeye has done
The Lombardi Award has been presented annually since 1970 to the best lineman in college football.
Hawkeyes Head to Fallen Oak Invitational to Close Fall Team Schedule
The University of Iowa men’s golf team closes out the team portion of its schedule from Oct. 17-19
at the Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational in Biloxi, Miss. The tournament will be held at Fallen
Oak Golf course (7,487-yard, par 72) with 54 holes being played Saturday through Monday.
ESPN updates FPI rankings for each Big Ten football team after Week 6
Following Week 6 of the college football season, ESPN has updated its FPI Rankings. Sitting at 5-1 on the season, theOhio State Buckeyesare the highest-ranked team in the Big Ten Conference and the third-highest ranked team in the country. Their 28.2 FPI rating ranks No. 3 nationally.In total, three
Big Ten Power Rankings: Week 6
How is this possible? The season’s already at the mid-way point? UGH. UCLA is a big mover. Minnesota did Minnesota things. We have a power rankings #1 versus #2 this weekend. But first, let’s look back at Week 6! 1. #5 Indiana (6-0, 3-0) The Hoosiers maintain the top spot and now sit on a […]
Tim Lester not committing to a starting QB is frustrating, but not unexpected
Lester spoke to the media instead of Kirk Ferentz, and although he said both quarterbacks are healthy, he didn't say who would start in week eight against Minnesota.
WATCH: Rick Heller, Sawyer Stein talk Black and Gold World Series Game One
The Black and Gold World Series got underway on Wednesday afternoon as construction noises continued in the background. Gold squad put up an offensive clinic, outscored Black 14-7 in six innings to take a 1-0 series lead. Sawyer Stein led the way with four hits and six RBI’s, whileReid Burklewent fi
Gold Team Takes Game 1 of 2026 Black & Gold World Series
The Gold Team tallied 14 hits and scored in four of six innings to earn a 14-7 victory over the Black Team in Game 1 of the University of Iowa baseball team's annual Black & Gold World Series on Wednesday afternoon at Duane Banks Field.
Tim Lester's latest quarterback injury update is giving Iowa fans reasons for optimism
Lester noted that having both quarterbacks healthy is big so they can push each other to grow as players.
Iowa offensive line named to 2026 Joe Moore Award Midseason Honor Roll
By hawkeyesports.com IOWA CITY, Iowa — The University of Iowa’s offensive line has been named to the midseason honor roll for the Joe Moore Award, it was announced Wednesday by the awards committee. The Joe Moore Award honors offensive line units that display a high level of toughness, effort, teamwork, consistency, technique and finishing. It […]
Kaevon Merriweather is getting a second chance after being signed to an active roster
It has been a great few weeks for former Hawkeyes on the outside looking in at a 53-man roster spot. After going undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft, former Iowa q
Play-by-play recap: Gold 14 Black 7 (F/6)
The annual Black & Gold World Series has been a staple for the Iowa Baseball team over the years as a way to wrap up the fall schedule. On Wednesday afternoon, offense ruled the day and Gold came out on top with a 14-7 victory in six innings. Sawyer Stein led the way with four hits and six RBI’s, wh
College Football TV Ratings: Most-watched games of Week 6
Week 6 featured plenty of upsets as October got in full swing across the country. For ABC, it was another big week of TV ratings with its college football tripleheader as the network again led the charge this past weekend.The biggest game of the week was in Tuscaloosa asGeorgiaandAlabamarenewed thei
Iowa O-Line Named to Joe Moore Award Midseason Honor Roll
The University of Iowa’s offensive line has been named to the midseason honor roll for the Joe Moore Award, it was announced Wednesday by the award committee.
Iowa's midseason report card shows who's delivering and who's not
In unsurprising news, the new-look special teams unit is leading the way, and the offensive and defensive lines have a lot of work to do.
Hawkeye Report Podcast
It’s a very busy edition of the Hawkeye Report Podcast. Tom Kakert and Kyle Huesmann are with you on the show and we are covering Iowa football coordinators speaking to the press and media day for the Iowa men’s and women’s basketball teams.We open talking about the Iowa football team and coordinato
Iowa receiver Evan James named to Jet Award Midseason Watch List
By hawkeyesports.com IOWA CITY, Iowa — University of Iowa second-year receiver and return specialist Evan James has been named to the Jet Award Midseason Watch List, which honors the most outstanding return specialist in college football. The announcement was made Wednesday by the Jet Award Foundation. James ranks 15th nationally in punt return yardage, averaging […]
Iowa offensive linemen Trevor Lauck, Kade Pieper named to 2026 Lombardi Award Midseason Watch List
By hawkeyesports.com IOWA CITY, Iowa — University of Iowa football fourth-year offensive linemen Trevor Lauck and Kade Pieper have been named to the midseason watch list for the 2026 Lombardi Award, which is presented annually to the nation’s best college offensive or defensive lineman. The announcement was made Tuesday by the Lombardi committee. Lauck (left tackle) and […]
Hawks in the NFL: Week 5
Week 5 is in the books. We still have three undefeated teams. The Eagles are in serious trouble. The NFC East won zero games this weekend, despite two teams in that division playing one another. Let’s take a look back at how former Hawks did this week. Alaric Jackson We start here for all the […]
PFF releases first mock for 2027 NFL Draft after Week 6 of college football
It’s never too early to look ahead to the 2027 NFL Draft. That’s exactly what PFF did this week, releasing its mock draft 1.0 following Week 6 of college football and Week 5 of the NFL regular season.Coming into this year, this draft was viewed as loaded. That’s still the case, but the order in whic
Lauck, Pieper Named to Lombardi Award Midseason Watch List
University of Iowa football fourth-year offensive linemen Trevor Lauck and Kade Pieper named to the midseason watch list for the 2026 Lombardi Award.