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Sep 5, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Tony Diaz (14) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Northern Illinois Huskies during the first quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Michigan is by far Iowa's toughest test yet, and that means the Hawkeyes' stars have to shine the brightest in a few areas they see advantages.

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Michigan is by far Iowa's toughest test yet, and that means the Hawkeyes' stars have to shine the brightest in a few areas they see advantages.

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Nov 12, 2016; Iowa City, IA, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes place kicker Keith Duncan (3) gives the Hawkeyes the win over Michigan Wolverines at Kinnick Stadium. Iowa beat Michigan 14 to 13. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-USA TODAY Sports

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There is a storied history between the Hawkeyes and Michigan, but the 2026 version is being sung to a different tune than previous matchups.

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Iowa was hoping to see a clean bill of health against Michigan, but the depth chart tells otherwise. Truth or gamesmanship?

Nov 22, 2025; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Kirk Ferentz enters Kinnick Stadium before the game against the Michigan State Spartans. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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Iowa has three games under its belt, yet questions remain, and the Hawkeyes will be forced to answer them in Big Ten action.

Sep 19, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Hank Brown (9) looks to throws a pass against the UNI Panthers during the first quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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Week 4 has begun, and that means we have early betting odds for Iowa's road trip to Michigan that tell us an early story about this Big Ten showdown.

Sep 19, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes running back Braeden Jackson (22) runs for a touchdown against the UNI Panthers during the fourth quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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The polls rewarded Iowa for the strong showing in Week 3, with a jump over the Michigan Wolverines, setting the stage for a ranked Big Ten heavyweight fight.

Sep 19, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes tight end Addison Ostrenga (87) reacts after a touchdown reception against the UNI Panthers during the second quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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Iowa passed the tests provided during the nonconference schedule. The material turns up a notch when Big Ten play begins on the road against Michigan.

Sep 19, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes running back Xavier Williams (26) comes off the field after scoring a touchdown against the UNI Panthers during the second quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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Iowa moved to 3-0 on the season against Northern Iowa, which has the Hawkeyes' stock report showing early returns through the first quarter of the year.

Sep 19, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes running back Braeden Jackson (22) and running back Nathan McNeil (5) react after a touchdown by McNeil against the UNI Panthers during the first quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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There was more than a fair share of good that came from Iowa's game against Northern Iowa, and the Hawkeyes' confidence should be as high as ever.

Sep 19, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Hank Brown (9) warms up before the game against the UNI Panthers at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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Iowa took care of business against Northern Iowa, and it was fueled by a handful of groups leading the way to move the Hawkeyes to 3-0.

Aug 31, 2019; Iowa City, IA, USA; A general view of the new players tunnel before the game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Miami (Oh) Redhawks at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports

Iowa's final nonconference game is the Hawkeyes' chance to get everything clicking. I have a few things I need to see from this team on Saturday.

Freezing rain falls on a statue of Nile Kinnick, Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2019, in Iowa City, Iowa.

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Iowa could see another test in the form of weather in Week 3, although it may be brief adversity to deal with.

Sep 27, 2025; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes mascot Herky the Hawk leads the Iowa Hawkeyes out of the tunnel before the game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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The Hawkeyes close out the three-game home nonconference slate with Northern Iowa. Here's all of the info needed before kickoff.

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Week 3 presents Iowa with the opportunity to open things up and fix any wrongs. Part of that is going to come by way of something Iowa fans haven't seen in a while.

Sep 5, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Kirk Ferentz enters Kinnick Stadium before the game against the Northern Illinois Huskies. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Few programs are as culturally sound as Kirk Ferentz has made the Iowa Hawkeyes, which is why the mantra this year embodies this team and its goals.

Sep 5, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Jeremy Hecklinski (10) looks to make a pass against the Northern Illinois Huskies during the third quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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It's Iowa's final nonconference game of the year against an FCS opponent, but there is still plenty on the line for a handful of Hawkeyes.

Iowa’s Zach Ortwerth (48) runs for extra yards against Iowa State during the CyHawk game Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.

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We had to get creative, but we made it happen. EA Sports College Football 27 showed us what Iowa's final nonconference game looks like.

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Iowa closes out its nonconference slate against Northern Iowa, which has all the makings of a final tune-up game.

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Sep 12, 2026; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes running back Nathan McNeil (5) carries the ball against the Iowa State Cyclones during the fourth quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images

Expect Iowa to rotate early and often against Northern Iowa. It is going to open the window of opportunity for some of the younger Hawkeyes to shine.

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It's Week 3, which sees Northern Iowa coming to Kinnick Stadium. There is only one clear question the Hawkeyes' defense is facing this Saturday.

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Iowa's tight ends have been quiet this year, but Week 3 presents an opportunity to round the passing game into much more complete form.

Iowa State Cyclones defensive back Ben Nikkel (18) knocks out the ball as Northern Iowa Panthers wide receiver Brady McCullough (83) attempts to catch during the third quarter in the season-opening game at Jack Trice Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, in Ames, Iowa.

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Iowa 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.

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