https://www.si.com/college/iowahttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-offense-biggest-question-dj-vonnahme-week-3?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m2gggjcm0kIowa's tight ends have been quiet this year, but Week 3 presents an opportunity to round the passing game into much more complete form.Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:00:02 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-northern-iowa-top-talents-test-hawkeyes?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m2jqgcwt66Iowa is heavily favored in this game, but Northern Iowa has some potent players who could give the Hawkeyes a test if they aren't careful.Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:00:01 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/iowa-football-qb-kirk-ferentz-lip-service-truth?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m2kdej3kevKirk Ferentz is an expert in talking to the media, but this week he dug into the quarterback saga at Iowa. Let's dissect how much of it is true.Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:00:01 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-injury-update-dj-vonnahme-kamari-moulton-offense?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m2kc9yv4ceIowa was bit by the injury bug a bit this week with one offensive star likely sidelined on Saturday, while a few other players are day-to-day.Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/footballiowa-football-best-matchups-northern-iowa?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m2jvn93pp5Iowa is looking iron out the wrinkles against Northern Iowa, and a few players and position groups should be able to get things rolling.Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/iowa-football-bowl-projections-hawkeyes-sec-acc?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m2g6acdgqrBowl season is many, many weeks away, but there is a growing trend of giving the Iowa Hawkeyes another chance to take down an SEC opponent.Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:00:03 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-five-most-important-players-two-games?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m2jg0sdpr9Iowa is out to a 2-0 start, but it isn't without the standout performances of stars in the early-going, making life easier on the Hawkeyes.Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-espn-fpi-punishes-hawkeyes-winning?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m2g66jesfmIn-state rivalry games are weird. A win is a win. That should be it. The Iowa Hawkeyes shouldn't be punished, like the metrics are currently doing.Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:00:04 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/iowa-football-depth-chart-week-3-starting-qb-takeaways?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m2gmy94qyqIowa continues to play its card close to its chest, even after Hank Brown played all game last week. No clear-cut starters remains the status quo.Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:00:01 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/iowa-football-vs-michigan-kickoff-time-perfect?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m2gjrf85bnIowa opens up on the road versus Michigan, and the kickoff time that has just been announced couldn't be any better.Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:45:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-hawkeyes-football-goals-vs-northern-iowa?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m2g5d3m10kIowa's final matchup of the nonconference slate comes against Northern Iowa, which presents an opportunity for the Hawkeyes to get everything right.Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:00:02 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-northern-iowa-hawkeye-history-matchup?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m2fxy7r86qNorthern Iowa isn't unfamiliar for the Hawkeyes. This Saturday will rekindle a matchup of two in-state programs when Panthers come to Kinnick Stadium.Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-questions-week-3-northern-iowa?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m2fs30k52nThe first two weeks of Iowa's season saw very different games, which leaves some stones still unturned entering the final nonconference matchup.Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:25:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-top-25-polls-michigan-matchup?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m2dzg267y6The polls are rewarding the Hawkeyes for the win over Iowa State. But does the spot they slotted Iowa into make sense?Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:30:07 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/iowa-football-unsung-hero-iowa-state-win?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m2dtx47j1zIowa found a way to sneak past Iowa State, but it wouldn't have been possible without one unsung hero making a massive, yet barely noticed, play on the ball.Sun, 13 Sep 2026 17:15:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-week-2-report-card-cy-hawk-iowa-state?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m269rymv3gIowa wasn't a straight-A student against Iowa State, but all of its grades are passing at the very least, with a couple grades carrying the GPA.Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/iowa-football-stock-report-week-2-hawkeyes-portfolio?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m269r0fwf3Iowa saw its stock portfolio is a mix of red and green lines with drastic changes after a Week 2 win over Iowa State.Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:00:01 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-week-2-takeaways-questions-answers?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m269p18jf7Week 2 may have created more questions than answers for the Hawkeyes, even though they pulled out a 16-13 win over Iowa State.Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:45:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-right-wrong-vs-iowa-state-cy-hawk?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m269q2h4teIowa won, but it doesn't mean it was perfect. While they had to have stuff go right, other things went wrong, making this a tight game.Sun, 13 Sep 2026 12:40:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-biggest-winners-iowa-state-cy-hawk-win?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m2cb50qm40It wasn't pretty, but that made it beautiful. Iowa went full Iowa on the way to a Cy-Hawk win, which came on the shoulders of a few stars.Sun, 13 Sep 2026 03:20:54 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-keys-to-victory-vs-iowa-state?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1ydmrqt81It starts and ends with pressure for the Hawkeyes. That means more than one type of pressure. It's a multi-faceted strategy.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:00:05 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-weather-vs-iowa-state-forecast-cy-hawk?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1ydeys6j7After a blisteringly hot Week 1, the forecast sets the stage for the Cy-Hawk to be decided by nothing but on-field successes.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/how-to-watch-iowa-football-vs-iowa-state-time-tv-channel-streaming?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1ydc4qkqcIowa is back in action against Iowa State in Week 2. Here's all of the info needed before kickoff in the Cy-Hawk game.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 10:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-starting-qb-hank-brown-takeaways-cy-hawk?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m293vvrhzcHank Brown gets the nod once again. Except this time it means something different coming in the Cy-Hawk rivalry game.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 21:08:52 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-vs-iowa-state-3-bold-predictions-week-2?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1yd9je6rdThe Iowa Hawkeyes are ready. Expect to see a fast start in Week 2 against Iowa State, with plenty to follow.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:00:02 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-kirk-ferentz-approach-cy-hawk-prep?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m21fzex7azKirk Ferentz has been around the block. He treats the Cy-Hawk differently than most in his approach to handling the game, and it's classic Kirk.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:00:01 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/iowa-vs-iowa-state-cy-hawk-hawkeyes-perfect-drive?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1yd6dnq0hGutsy calls are coming early and often for the Iowa Hawkeyes' offense against Iowa State.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:00:02 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-vs-iowa-state-prediction-hawkeye-state?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1yd2ws864The Cy-Hawk rivalry has so often been predictably close. That changes in 2026. This game bucks the trend.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:00:02 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-vs-iowa-state-prediction-ea-sports-college-football-27-simulation?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1ycyj3dztWe took the Cy-Hawk game to the video game world to see if Iowa or Iowa State comes out on top.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:00:02 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-vs-iowa-state-hawkeyes-most-gain-buffington-moulton-watson?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1yctygebmThe Cy-Hawk game turns up the intensity and can be a springboard for both teams. For Iowa, a handful can prove themselves in this game.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-alternate-uniforms-vs-iowa-state-cy-hawk?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m25v4wmhpfCould Iowa pull out alternate uniforms against Iowa State? The reasons are stronger than you might think.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 15:15:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-hawkeyes-prepare-iowa-state-unknowns?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m21fw8d5zkIowa has always known Iowa State intimately, but this year is more unknowns than in the past with a new head coach and revamped roster.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-hawkeyes-cy-hawk-history?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1ycq7970rCy-Hawk legends are remembered forever, and the Iowa Hawkeyes have a trio of stars ready to etch their names among the greats.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:00:01 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-vs-iowa-state-biggest-defense-question?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1ycc7c3gjIowa flashed in Week 1. Now do it again, defense. Prove that this could be for real.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 21:00:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-iowa-state-cyclones-hawkeyes-cant-ignore-raynor?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1ycfyytgyIowa State saw a roster overhaul, but that doesn't diminish the explosive playmakers on offense who can hurt Iowa in the blink of an eye.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:00:02 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-vs-iowa-state-hawkeyes-key-matchups?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1ycjw3qq8Iowa has some advantages over Iowa State, and making these matchups the focal point of the game plan are how Iowa takes back the Cy-Hawk.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:00:01 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-injury-update-hawkeyes-depth-matters?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m21frnema4The injury bug took a small bite out of the Hawkeyes in Week 1, but Iowa is ready to prove it has the depth to not miss a beat.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:00:02 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-bowl-projections-takeaways-week-2?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m20ap4trqpIowa has one win under the belt and has a long way to go before bowls are a lock, but new projections create some fascinating matchups across the country.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 10:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-biggest-offensive-question-week-2-kirk-ferentz?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1yc7efesyWeek 1 was the chance to shake off some rust. Week 2 is the time to get it fully right. Part of that lingers in Iowa's biggest question against Iowa State.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-top-25-rankings-hawkeyes-rewarded-ap-coaches-poll?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m212z7cxbcThe AP Poll and Coaches Poll each rewarded the Iowa Hawkeyes after the Week 1 performance, but is it the right spot in the top 25?Tue, 08 Sep 2026 19:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-hawkeye-marching-band-member-taken-off-life-support?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m210j8e0krA member of the Iowa Hawkeye Marching Band has been taken off life support following a collapse during the Week 1 game on Saturday.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:33:33 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/basketball/iowa-recruiting-five-star-visit-cy-hawk-cayden-daughtry?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1yhhsetwwIowa's game against Iowa State is already massive on the gridiron. It gets even bigger when you look at the entire picture.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/espn-fpi-iowa-football-undervaluing-cy-hawk-rivalry?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1y5q8qjzsWas a 40-0 dominant win not enough for the Iowa Hawkeyes? The ESPN FPI seems to think not in a curious case of how it treated the Hawkeyes' ranking.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 13:00:02 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/changes-i-would-make-to-the-iowa-football-week-2-depth-chart-01m1yg5m42wj?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1yg5m42wjIowa's Week 2 depth chart is here, but it is not without some decisions I would change the answer to if given the ability.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 10:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-iowa-state-betting-odds-cy-hawk?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1y6x84awvWeek 1 is always a cause for overreactions, and the Cy-Hawk game in Week 2 is not immune to that. The betting odds saw a sizable shift, which we dig into.Mon, 07 Sep 2026 19:07:40 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/iowa-football-week-2-depth-chart-hawkeyes-takeaways?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1yf2905ygIowa's Week 2 depth chart didn't change drastically, but there is some good and bad in that entering the Cy-Hawk game versus Iowa State.Mon, 07 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-cy-hawk-stakes?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1wpd62jq5This year's Cy-Hawk rivalry means a lot more to Iowa. It's much more important. This is a critical point in Week 2 that could define the season.Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-cy-hawk-history-2026?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1wn1tnka2It's the Cy-Hawk. The 2026 rendition has a different feel to it than past games. This year's matchup is set to break a trend that feels like a standard.Mon, 07 Sep 2026 11:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-what-we-dont-know-week-2?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1vpa75915Week 1 is in the books, and it is time to turn the page to the Cy-Hawk matchup against a 1-0 Iowa State. Even with the win, questions remain unanswered.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 18:15:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/where-iowa-football-ranked-after-week-1?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1rma2bvsjWas Iowa's Week 1 showing enough to earn a climb in the rankings? It would be hard to argue otherwise.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 14:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-week-1-report-card?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1rm95s7rpIowa isn't just passing class. The Hawkeyes are near the top of the class after the Week 1 showing versus Northern Illinois.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 12:00:03 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-stock-report-offense-trends-up-and-down-defense-soars-?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1rm8cqvetIowa is 1-0 after a 40-0 romping of Northern Illinois, but it isn't without some aspects ascending, while others are left with work to do.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 10:45:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-right-wrong-vs-northern-illinois?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1rm72cjjdWhile Iowa looked great, there are plenty of things to clean up after the Week 1 win versus Northern Illinois.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 01:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-what-we-learned-week-1-takeaways?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1rm5w30p8Iowa didn't just win. The Hawkeyes rolled. They looked like an elite team and did what good teams do against bad teams. It taught us some big things.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 00:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-biggest-winners-northern-illinois?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1rm4j9ax9The Hawkeyes didn't mess around. It was refreshing. Iowa did what good teams do against lesser teams in the dominant victory over Northern Illinois.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 23:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-starting-qb-hank-brown?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1rx7hdq1fThe Hawkeyes have named their guy for the first snap. Hank Brown is getting the nod for Iowa versus Northern Illinois. It isn't the whole story, though.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 14:02:47 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-vs-northern-illinois-keys-to-victory?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1hf4xgg8vWeek 1 presents Iowa the Northern Illinois Huskies. The game plan includes aspect of vintage Iowa in some ways, but that doesn't mean it's going to be easy.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 11:00:04 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-vs-northern-illinois-weather-forecast?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1c188v3k8The weather in Iowa City is going to demand Iowa's depth be tested as sunny skies could challenge the Hawkeyes with some early-season heat.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/how-to-watch-iowa-football-vs-northern-illinois?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1f7qkwcnwIowa is back in action for Week 1 against the Northern Illinois Huskies. Here's all of the info needed before kickoff.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-vs-northern-illinois-bold-predictions?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1q983mnq4Iowa opens up the 2026 campaign against Northern Illinois, and that means we are going to see some standout performances.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 23:15:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-quarterback-word-depth?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1fbk9pyt8The talk is about Iowa's starting quarterback, but hidden beneath the surface is a lot of depth, which is something Iowa has lacked for years at the position.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-success-unproven-talents-cael-winter?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1fc6k00zpIowa has a knack for finding talent everywhere. That talent could be the secret this year, with one stepping up as a former walk-on.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 17:15:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-vs-northern-illinois-script-first-drive?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m19eqq88hnTim Lester doesn't need my help, but should he employ it, this is how Iowa can get off to a hot start against Northern Illinois.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:05:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-most-important-position-group-week-1?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1fbxax449Sure, the quarterback draws the headlines, but the Iowa Hawkeyes and head coach Kirk Ferentz have a keen interest on another position group.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-vs-northern-illinois-prediction-hawkeyes-qb-battle?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1m9caphweBoth quarterbacks are going to play for Iowa. Can the Hawkeyes navigate that situation? Riley Donald's pick and prediction for Iowa vs Northern Illinois.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-vs-northern-illinois-ea-sports-college-football-27-simulation-results?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1hpdcdx0xI took to EA Sports to give us a prediction on Iowa versus Northern Illinois in Week 1. The results are both predictable and surprising all in one.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-transfer-portal-defense-anthony-hawkins?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1fc148rvnThe Hawkeyes have long been outstanding on defense, but a transfer portal addition on that side of the ball brings a new set of skills for Phil Parker.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-trevor-lauck-week-1-qb-competition?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1ktk1jfvjTrevor Lauck is an anchor on Iowa's offensive line with first-round NFL talent. Ahead of Week 1, he detailed Iowa's expectations entering 2026.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 18:00:01 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-vs-northern-illinois-3-breakout-candidates-week-1?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m19ed9fa0jIt's Week 1 against a team that Iowa should handle. Don't overthink this one. Iowa needs to lean on a trio of its brightest stars to alleviate any worries.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-quarterback-history-kirk-ferentz?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1fbq68rxdKirk Ferentz has seen it all in his time at Iowa. That does include handling a quarterback competition once before that provides him expThu, 03 Sep 2026 14:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-stock-watch-hawkeyes-with-most-gain-vs-northern-illlinois?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m19ewg815mThe Iowa Hawkeyes enter Week 1 ready to prove something and it could start with a trio of talents taking the first step towards a dominant 2026.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 10:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-vs-northern-illinois-best-matchups?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m19em0x7htIowa has a lot of advantages across the board, but a few tilt the table heavily in favor of the Hawkeyes. All they have to do is perform.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-offense-biggest-question-week-1-vs-northern-illinois?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m19e3bxtgtIowa's new-look offense, with a handful of questions, faces one big question that is even more important than he quarterback battle.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-overrated-underrated-both?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m0x61sc2jkThe analysis of who enters 2026 overrated or underrated is the final piece before kickoff. For Iowa, there are reasons that both are the answer.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:00:03 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-defense-expectations-week-1-vs-northern-illinois?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m19e6tffz2Can Phil Parker work his magic again? That's part of the question. The other part remains to be seen on the field.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:45:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-single-season-records-fall-2026?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m0z1qx3b5jIowa is rich in history, tradition, and plenty of records across the board, but the 2026 team has a few key players in striking distance of making their mark.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 10:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-vs-northern-illinois-scouting-report-taron-dickens?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1bvszq8m4Northern Illinois isn't going to roll over for Iowa, especially on offense. The Huskies have playmakers at key positions who can hurt the Hawkeyes.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 22:00:03 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-stars-one-change-season-trajectory?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m0zf2sn44nStar power isn't something Iowa is often known for as a "team-first" program, but one Hawkeye has the potential to ascend this entire team.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-quarterback-hecklinski-brown-comments-qb-battle?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1eykemrgxHank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski spoke to the media, but what can we glean when we read between the lines?Tue, 01 Sep 2026 18:20:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/basketball/iowa-basketball-schedule-predicting-hawkeyes-nonconference-record?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m0svrcpwkfIowa has its nonconference slate set for 2026-27. There are more than a few opportunities to pick up some resume-changing wins early.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 16:00:02 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-vs-northern-illinois-wake-up-call?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m19e90bf6nThe Hawkeyes are a team that is not afforded the luxury of slow starts. The Huskies, on the other hand, know a thing or two about these games.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:45:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-bowl-projections-predictable?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m0t6rw7rj1Are we really doing this for the Hawkeyes again? Iowa's bowl projections are between lazy and predictable.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-depth-chart-week-1-transfer-portal-philosophy?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1ckbta58bIowa is adapting to the new era college football little by little and the Week 1 depth chart proves so with the transfer portal names appearing.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 22:00:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/basketball/iowa-womens-basketball-schedule-predict-nonconference?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m0wqsgndd6The Hawkeyes routinely test themselves during the nonconference slate. This year is no different with some monster showdowns.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 20:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-depth-chart-quarterback-hawkeyes-punt-week-1?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1cgepqn0hIowa loves to punt. On the field. Off the field. Even in releasing the Week 1 depth chart versus Northern Illinois. Things are still murky.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:35:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-wide-receiver-corps-budmayr-exclusive?utm_source=RSSJennifer Streeter01m152qdhzerIn an exclusive interview, Iowa Hawkeyes' wide receiver coach Jon Budmayr detailed how his wide receiver core is progressing and what Iowa fans have to look forward to.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:06:52 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-next-indiana-heres-how?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m1463j7trqWhat Indiana did to win a national title has opened the door for schools across the country. Iowa may be even better positioned to make a run than most.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:00:01 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-vs-northern-illinois-history-scar?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m19ezzr66fThe two teams have met 10 times in history, but things are about as one-sided as you could get, with the Iowa Hawkeyes owning this series.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:45:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/college-football-playoff-neglect-iowa-hawkeyes-overblown?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m0crq67kh7I know. Iowa hasn't made the College Football Playoff yet, but to act as though it's impossible for this team is a charade that has run its course.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/iowa-football-quarterback-success-vs-northern-illinois?utm_source=RSSRiley Donald01m19eb460trIt's more than stats. There are underlying things that Kirk Ferentz and his coaching staff should be looking for on Saturday.Sun, 30 Aug 2026 19:45:00 +0000en