https://dearoldgold.comhttps://dearoldgold.com/kirk-ferentz-s-emotional-response-underscores-how-much-this-game-meant-01m6a4qe73rd?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m6a4qe73rdFerentz was visibly emotional postgame, saying that sometimes you have to stub your toe to learn, and Iowa did that.Sun, 01 Nov 2026 00:05:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/4-key-takeaways-from-iowa-s-shutout-win-over-wisconsin-to-retain-the-heartland-trophy-01m69q2h5tfx?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m69q2h5tfxThat's what the offense can look like when the passing game is going. Tony Diaz is still that dude. Hank Brown looked more comfortable this week. Jayden Montgomery is not talked about enough.Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:20:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/death-taxes-and-iowa-blanking-wisconsin-in-the-battle-for-the-heartland-trophy-01m69kycd52j?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m69kycd52jThe Hawkeyes had everything going as they jumped right back into the College Football Playoff conversation with a rivalry win over the Badgers.Sat, 31 Oct 2026 19:25:31 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/3-keys-to-victory-for-a-hawkeye-win-over-the-badgers-for-the-heartland-trophy-01m67ff6ekwx?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m67ff6ekwxIowa must win the rushing and turnover battles and also get Tony Diaz involved early and often.Sat, 31 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/hawkeye-news-roundup-everest-leydecker-wins-gold-and-two-iowa-basketballers-honored-01m67djwf86t?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m67djwf86tIowa women's wrestler Everest Leydecker won gold at the Senior World Championships, while Ava Heiden (Lisa Leslie) and Andrew McKeever (Kareem Abdul-Jabbar) were added to award watch lists.Fri, 30 Oct 2026 23:00:01 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/the-people-s-tight-end-is-back-in-iowa-city-to-serve-as-an-honorary-captain-01m62eea54fc?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m62eea54fcKittle played for Iowa from 2013 through 2016, helping the team win 35 games and make 4 bowl appearances.Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:05:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/nba-star-tyrese-maxey-was-starstruck-by-a-former-hawkeye-and-we-completely-understand-01m6789aze9y?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m6789aze9yMaxey admitted he likes watching Clark play because she's "cold," and he tried not to fan out too much while meeting her.Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:21:09 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/4-key-takeaways-from-iowa-s-57-point-exhibition-win-over-dii-maryville-01m672knyhk3?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m672knyhk3Iowa has the pieces to be a lethal offensive team. Dani Carnegie could be the player of the year. McKenna Woliczko will be a force on both ends of the court. Jocelyn Faison will play a bigger role than expected.Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:20:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/it-s-all-business-for-jeremy-hecklinski-when-he-s-competing-for-snaps-with-hank-brown-01m650c6qzmn?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m650c6qzmnHecklinski said their lockers are close together, and they are friends, but at the end of the day, he focuses on being better than him every day and wants to play.Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:35:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/l-j-phillips-jr-s-blunt-response-about-his-season-output-proves-how-much-he-cares-01m64jd6p5nc?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m64jd6p5ncPhillips Jr. has been injured frequently this season and has had limited impact so far.Thu, 29 Oct 2026 20:30:25 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/veteran-ol-jack-dotzler-isn-t-letting-himself-off-the-hook-after-a-heartbreaking-loss-01m6490z7hcd?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m6490z7hcdDotzler said, "It starts with me," but he is also adamant that the program does a good job of turning the page and moving on.Thu, 29 Oct 2026 18:50:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/it-was-a-night-full-of-special-moments-for-two-former-hawkeyes-in-the-nba-01m64364z0ps?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m64364z0psStirtz played 28 minutes, scoring 8 points on 3/5 shooting from the field and 1/3 from beyond the arc, and adding 3 assists. Dix played 24 minutes, scoring 2 points on 1/8 shooting and adding 2 rebounds.Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:25:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/oddsmakers-don-t-trust-iowa-or-wisconsin-to-put-up-points-and-for-good-reason-01m623eh91hw?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m623eh91hwThe Hawkeyes are currently a 3.5-point favorite, suggesting a low-scoring, defensive game.Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:45:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/iowa-vs-no-25-wisconsin-how-to-watch-odds-injuries-series-history-and-more-01m620m8982k?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m620m8982kThe Hawkeyes welcome the Badgers to Kinnick Stadium for the annual battle for the Heartland Trophy.Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:30:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/ben-mccollum-isn-t-letting-his-team-off-the-hook-even-after-a-good-performance-01m61vccd0yt?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m61vccd0ytThe Hawkeyes won by 24 points over the Prairie Stars, but McCollum wasn't satisfied with the overall performance.Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:35:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/5-observations-from-iowa-s-24-point-exhibition-win-over-illinois-springfield-01m61ewagfzv?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m61ewagfzvIowa's lineups are still a work in progress. Andrew McKeever will be a force on both ends. Peyton McCollum could crack the rotation. Kael Combs looks improved. Trevin Jirak will be a factor.Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:10:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/the-revolving-door-at-starting-quarterback-continues-as-the-team-pivoted-again-01m5znmy1esd?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5znmy1esdBrown entered Iowa's last game in the second quarter and earned another start in week nine.Tue, 27 Oct 2026 23:00:05 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/kirk-ferentz-s-brutal-injury-update-has-the-offense-searching-for-answers-01m5wx4f4hzx?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5wx4f4hzxMoulton's injury is a massive blow to an already struggling offense, and the Hawkeyes must find answers quickly.Tue, 27 Oct 2026 21:25:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/week-9-big-ten-power-rankings-iowa-falls-after-dropping-a-road-game-to-minnesota-01m5yvftnrg5?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5yvftnrg5There was a big movement in the power rankings after a big weekend in the conference.Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:50:06 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/it-took-a-little-longer-than-expected-but-bennett-stirtz-is-finally-on-the-score-sheet-01m5wtkavqzx?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5wtkavqzxStirtz has played sparingly in his first three NBA games, totaling 14 minutes.Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:00:02 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/1-winner-and-3-losers-from-iowa-s-disappointing-road-loss-to-minnesota-01m5wjteca15?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5wjteca15Iowa's defense played exceptionally well, but the quarterbacks and offense did not. Iowa's CFP chances also took a hit.Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:15:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/both-iowa-quarterbacks-earned-low-grades-after-a-poor-showing-against-minnesota-01m5we8v44s9?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5we8v44s9It was a rough day for both Iowa quarterbacks in the battle for the Floyd of Rosedale.Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:05:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/hawkeye-news-roundup-football-plummets-volleyball-stuns-ucla-and-a-golden-senior-day-01m5tqyq2xqr?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5tqyq2xqrVolleyball and soccer had great weekends, while football is left picking up the pieces.Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:45:27 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/from-tight-end-u-to-the-nfl-happy-national-tight-ends-day-to-5-former-hawkeyes-01m5trrp4hf9?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5trrp4hf9Erik All, George Kittle, Noah Fant, Sam LaPorta, and T.J. Hockenson are carrying on the Iowa tradition in the NFL.Mon, 26 Oct 2026 01:15:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/iowa-city-has-become-a-hub-for-college-football-shows-after-a-recent-announcement-01m5tnq8r4xs?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5tnq8r4xsThe show was on campus last season before Iowa hosted Oregon in late 2025.Mon, 26 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/iowa-s-expected-tumble-in-the-rankings-is-more-than-enough-motivation-this-week-01m5tkajg8g2?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5tkajg8g2Iowa's brutal loss to unranked Minnesota knocked them out of the rankings, with a big opportunity ahead against No. 25 Wisconsin.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 23:20:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/reece-vander-zee-says-there-is-one-specific-thing-iowa-can-do-to-move-forward-01m5thvmkbnm?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5thvmkbnmVander Zee is adamant that they can't whine about it and must keep going out there to play their game.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 22:35:45 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/cam-buffington-was-clear-that-iowa-has-to-let-this-one-hurt-to-learn-from-it-01m5te67ttmz?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5te67ttmzBuffington gave a straightforward answer about what the squad talked about in the locker room after a brutal loss to Minnesota.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 21:40:17 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/kirk-ferentz-revealed-why-they-switched-quarterbacks-and-it-doesn-t-inspire-confidence-01m5tbatk870?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5tbatk870Ferentz claimed it wasn't going well, and they believed it was the best move to give them a chance to win.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 21:06:01 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/alarm-bells-should-be-sounding-in-iowa-city-after-the-inexcusable-loss-to-minnesota-01m5t8t27b2a?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5t8t27b2aIowa went from a potential CFP team to a potential 8-4 finish after a poor showing in the battle for the Floyd of Rosedale.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 20:15:55 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/5-observations-from-iowa-s-mistake-filled-loss-in-the-battle-for-the-floyd-of-rosedale-01m5t58awmqd?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5t58awmqdIowa's quarterback problem is a lot worse than we thought. Jeremy Hecklinski was pulled way too early. The old Iowa offense reared its ugly head. Everyone is to blame for the sloppy start. The defense did everything it could.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 19:30:20 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/no-15-iowa-at-minnesota-finals-odds-and-predictions-for-a-classic-big-ten-clash-01m5qevrwnvj?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5qevrwnvjThe Hawkeyes moved to a 7.5-point favorite, up one point from early projections. Sat, 24 Oct 2026 17:50:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/3-keys-to-a-hawkeye-victory-as-they-try-to-keep-floyd-in-iowa-city-for-another-year-01m5qbfw6fwn?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5qbfw6fwnIowa must establish the run early, pressure Drake Lindsey, make him uncomfortable, and force Minnesota's offense to put the ball in the air.Sat, 24 Oct 2026 17:15:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/jan-jensen-has-a-golden-opportunity-to-impress-a-top-2028-prospect-this-weekend-01m5nt3xey0k?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5nt3xey0kPeper is currently ranked No. 6 overall in the 2028 class and received an offer from Iowa in July 2025.Sat, 24 Oct 2026 02:40:08 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/2-of-iowa-s-non-conference-games-have-elevated-importance-after-a-recent-announcement-01m5nqr01gfh?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5nqr01gfhIowa's games in Sioux City against Virginia Tech and in Des Moines against Alabama have been added to the series.Sat, 24 Oct 2026 02:00:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/3-bold-predictions-for-the-hawkeyes-as-they-battle-the-golden-gophers-for-floyd-01m5jhs3xh94?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5jhs3xh94Iowa will run for over 300 yards and score three touchdowns; the defense will hold Minnesota to under 200 total yards. Iowa will win by three scores.Sat, 24 Oct 2026 01:10:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/p-j-fleck-gave-kirk-ferentz-a-unique-compliment-before-the-heated-rivalry-matchup-01m5njvz8jp1?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5njvz8jp1Fleck is 1-8 all-time against Ferentz, but he gave Ferentz his flowers for being so consistent as college football keeps changing.Sat, 24 Oct 2026 00:30:16 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/sam-laporta-had-some-harsh-words-for-the-lions-in-the-midst-his-contract-negotiations-01m5ngf1jm9f?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5ngf1jm9fLaPorta didn't hold back on a recent appearance on "Pardon My Take."Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:45:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/two-former-iowa-stars-in-the-nfl-gave-us-the-linemen-banter-we-never-knew-we-needed-01m5n3edtn68?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5n3edtn68Black and Wirfs' banter has gone viral and definitely brings a smile to the faces of Iowa fans.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:00:11 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/hawkeye-news-roundup-kirk-ferentz-honored-kade-pieper-an-all-american-and-more-01m5n003tjcn?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5n003tjcnIt was a milestone-filled week for the University of Iowa athletics.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 19:15:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/3-hawkeyes-earned-a-special-honor-before-the-second-half-of-the-season-gets-underway-01m5jnrac9sg?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5jnrac9sgBuffington has started all six games at middle linebacker, Lauck at left tackle, and Pieper at right guard.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/cael-winter-s-confidence-is-growing-and-he-is-adamant-you-haven-t-seen-the-ol-s-best-01m5jjfe8jsv?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5jjfe8jsvWinter's confidence has grown since earning the starting center role, and he is ready to prove why Iowa has traditionally been a second-half team.Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:45:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/starting-safety-zach-lutmer-gave-a-crucial-status-update-before-iowa-battles-for-floyd-01m5g16qaczq?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5g16qaczqLutmer was injured in the Washington game but, luckily, had a bye week in week seven to recover for the second half.Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:35:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/early-odds-suggest-a-low-scoring-rock-fight-between-iowa-and-minnesota-01m5fxf7p9mh?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5fxf7p9mhFanDuel lists the Hawkeyes as a 6.5-point road favorite, suggesting a slugfest between the two rivals.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:05:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/no-15-iowa-at-minnesota-how-to-watch-odds-injuries-series-history-and-more-01m5dhbvxhba?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5dhbvxhbaThe Hawkeyes and Golden Gophers meet on the gridiron for the 120th time in the programs' storied histories.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 16:45:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/week-8-big-ten-power-rankings-biggest-risers-and-fallers-from-a-challenging-week-01m5fagg72wy?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5fagg72wyIowa remains locked in at No. 4 after a bye week, but there was significant movement leading up to week 8.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 15:55:19 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/kirk-ferentz-s-shockingly-early-starting-qb-reveal-tells-us-everything-we-need-to-know-01m5dv7b35st?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5dv7b35stFerentz broke character by announcing the starter early in the week at his press conference. Hecklinski earned his second career start after a solid performance against Washington before the bye week.Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:35:08 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/iowa-highest-preseason-ranking-in-the-jan-jensen-era-is-just-the-tip-of-the-iceberg-01m5d8hrnzf2?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5d8hrnzf2Iowa's No. 10 ranking is its highest preseason ranking since it was No. 3 in 2023-2024 and the highest in the Jan Jensen era.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/4-former-hawkeyes-return-to-the-court-as-the-2026-nba-regular-season-gets-underway-01m5d7xwbbb5?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5d7xwbbb5Bennett Stirtz (Oklahoma City Thunder), Keegan Murray (Sacramento Kings), Kris Murray (Memphis Grizzlies), and Luka Garza (Boston Celtics) are all in action during the NBA's opening week.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:45:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/iowa-has-a-golden-opportunity-to-prove-doubters-wrong-after-the-first-ap-top-25-reveal-01m5d2edrxzt?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5d2edrxztThe Hawkeyes received 12 votes to be ranked in the top 25, putting them at No. 33 overall.Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:05:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/an-or-designation-on-the-week-8-depth-chart-is-exactly-what-fans-don-t-want-to-see-01m5b6ssyxg7?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5b6ssyxg7Brown initially won the starting quarterback job after week three, but questions have arisen following his injury and Jeremy Hecklinski's back-to-back solid performances.Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:40:07 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/iowa-has-support-to-climb-even-higher-in-the-rankings-and-it-isn-t-wild-to-consider-01m5b1zm34dz?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5b1zm34dzKanell released his own top-10 list, ranking the Hawkeyes at No. 10 overall.Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:35:32 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/a-rare-bye-week-rankings-boost-has-iowa-sitting-in-a-good-spot-before-week-8-01m5aw5q6af3?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5aw5q6af3Iowa was idle in Week 7, but chaos at the top of the rankings helped them move up before a pivotal Week 8 game against Minnesota in Minneapolis.Mon, 19 Oct 2026 21:43:23 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/bryce-hawthorne-has-made-phil-parker-s-job-a-whole-lot-easier-this-season-01m58te9yq2x?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m58te9yq2xHawthorne was thrust into a starting role this season and has made the most of his opportunity.Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:55:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/iowa-is-attempting-to-add-to-its-2027-prospect-haul-with-a-versatile-cornerback-01m5af8syf50?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5af8syf50Belhomme, a Clearwater, Florida, native, is currently ranked as a three-star prospect, but has tremendous upside as a corner or safety.Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/hawkeye-news-roundup-kade-pieper-and-zach-lutmer-awards-kylie-welker-wins-gold-and-more-01m5aappjj1g?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5aappjj1gIt was a busy weekend for Hawkeye athletics with multiple athletes in action.Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:05:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/knocking-off-oklahoma-state-proves-iowa-s-offense-is-in-a-better-place-than-we-thought-01m58twrxz3j?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m58twrxz3jWe don't have any information on the scrimmage, but it appears that Iowa's offense might be in a better place than Jan Jensen initially revealed at media days.Mon, 19 Oct 2026 01:30:14 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/iowa-s-intriguing-preseason-power-ranking-is-all-the-motivation-the-squad-needs-01m58qhk6j5b?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m58qhk6j5b"The Field of 68" ranks Iowa No. 10 in its preseason power rankings, suggesting not everyone is sold on Ben McCollum and the Hawkeyes in his second season.Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:45:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/kirk-ferentz-received-some-early-coach-of-the-year-hype-from-a-very-unlikely-source-01m58mmmb73f?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m58mmmb73fKnown Iowa detractor Brandon Walker said it's early, but Ferentz has a path to being the Coach of the Year.Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:05:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/3-iowa-players-exceeding-expectations-and-3-who-are-falling-short-01m55f6hmdps?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m55f6hmdpsCam Buffington, Kamari Moulton, and Reece Vander Zee have exceeded expectations, while Jaylen Watson, Iose Epenesa, and Kenneth Merrieweather have fallen short. Sun, 18 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/hiring-tim-lester-as-oc-continues-to-pay-off-as-the-offense-keeps-getting-better-01m55wmjghtm?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m55wmjghtmThrough six games of the 2026 season, Iowa has scored 38+ points 12 times out of 32 possible games with Lester in charge. In the three years before Lester, Iowa only had two such games.Sat, 17 Oct 2026 22:40:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/it-s-way-past-time-to-give-new-special-teams-coordinator-chris-polizzi-his-flowers-01m55ra7sw89?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m55ra7sw89Polizzi and the special teams have been exceptional this season, already tallying game-winning touchdowns on a field goal, a punt, and a kick return, and boasting one of the best punt-return averages in the Big Ten.Sat, 17 Oct 2026 21:35:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/the-vibes-are-high-in-pittsburgh-thanks-to-gennings-dunker-s-unique-contribution-01m55n2m6d2w?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m55n2m6d2wIn unsurprising news, Dunker has remained a funny guy and even earned a shout-out from future Hall of Famer Aaron Rodgers.Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:10:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/a-familiar-face-is-sticking-around-in-iowa-city-after-a-well-earned-promotion-01m55jhqgaap?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m55jhqgaapAffolter was a member of the Iowa women's basketball program from 2021 through 2025 and was named a graduate assistant before the 2025-2026 season.Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:10:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/iowa-s-title-aspirations-got-a-major-boost-after-adding-georgia-transfer-dani-carnegie-01m55g0ghtv8?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m55g0ghtv8After a stellar season for Georgia, Carnegie could take Iowa back to the promised land and compete for a National Championship.Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:30:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/4-key-takeaways-from-jan-jensen-s-media-day-availability-before-the-new-season-01m4ya9eswhz?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m4ya9eswhzChit-Chat has been impressive; the new offense has potential; rebounding could be an issue; and Jensen is embracing the possibility of a top-10 ranking.Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:35:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/iowa-s-three-point-shooting-could-get-a-major-boost-this-season-thanks-to-taylor-stremlow-01m52khmvfz2?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m52khmvfz2Stremlow has outpaced even Chit-Chat Wright as the best shooter so far this offseason and can give Iowa something they desperately need.Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:30:15 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/it-was-revealed-that-taylor-mccabe-s-injury-was-worse-than-we-initially-thought-01khmde9wjrg?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01khmde9wjrgMcCabe told the Des Moines Register that the surgery to repair her ACL took longer because she also tore the meniscus in her left knee.Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:17 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/a-midseason-bowl-projection-completely-missed-the-mark-on-iowa-s-landing-spot-01m50j43nc49?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m50j43nc49Iowa is projected to play a familiar opponent at a familiar location, and it's sadly not the College Football Playoff.Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:50:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/in-a-new-era-of-college-football-where-money-talks-iowa-is-doing-more-with-less-01m5086ttc82?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m5086ttc82Iowa 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.Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:35:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/kade-pieper-and-trevor-lauck-are-trying-to-do-something-no-other-hawkeye-has-done-01m501zghzgz?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m501zghzgzThe Lombardi Award has been presented annually since 1970 to the best lineman in college football.Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:15:56 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/tim-lester-not-committing-to-a-starting-qb-is-frustrating-but-not-unexpected-01m4ye8fpzh4?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m4ye8fpzh4Lester 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.Thu, 15 Oct 2026 00:50:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/tim-lester-s-latest-quarterback-injury-update-is-giving-iowa-fans-reasons-for-optimism-01m4ybnrzxze?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m4ybnrzxzeLester noted that having both quarterbacks healthy is big so they can push each other to grow as players.Thu, 15 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/kaevon-merriweather-is-getting-a-second-chance-after-being-signed-to-an-active-roster-01m4y2d1ksqx?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m4y2d1ksqxIt 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 qWed, 14 Oct 2026 23:00:02 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/iowa-s-midseason-report-card-shows-who-s-delivering-and-who-s-not-01m4xwwj0yx1?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m4xwwj0yx1In 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.Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:35:54 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/week-7-big-ten-power-rankings-iowa-stays-locked-in-the-top-4-after-a-solid-road-win-01m4xeh6wtwj?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m4xeh6wtwjThe Hawkeyes crushed the Washington Huskies but remained locked in at No. 4 this week, with Washington unranked.Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:40:04 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/3-major-takeaways-from-what-ben-mccollum-said-he-learned-from-iowa-s-first-scrimmage-01m4vvc33bax?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m4vvc33baxThe Hawkeyes played Texas Tech and a lot of positives came out of it.Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:40:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/bryston-williams-pinpointed-an-intriguing-player-to-keep-our-eyes-on-this-season-01m4vpz7xqca?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m4vpz7xqcaMatteoni redshirted his first season at Drake during Ben McCollum's first and only season in Des Moines, and followed him to Iowa City. After playing sparingly last season, Williams believes Matteoni is worth keeping an eye on.Tue, 13 Oct 2026 23:45:11 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/ty-reek-coleman-is-starting-to-prove-why-the-iowa-backcourt-is-in-good-hands-01m4v9f37s30?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m4v9f37s30McCollum said that Coleman has all the physical tools for success, and they are still working to integrate him into the system fully.Tue, 13 Oct 2026 20:45:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/hannah-stuelke-s-dynamic-home-debut-proves-that-she-is-just-getting-started-01m4v3ykdx3h?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m4v3ykdx3hStuelke is off to a solid start in her pro career, averaging 12.0 points and 4.0 rebounds on 63 percent shooting in Broni's first two games of the 2026 season.Tue, 13 Oct 2026 18:40:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/iowa-returned-to-a-familiar-spot-in-the-top-25-rankings-after-crushing-washington-01m4tw92r4b3?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m4tw92r4b3The Hawkeyes were stellar on both sides of the ball and moved back to No. 17 overall, similar to the week before facing Michigan.Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:55:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/jeremy-hecklinski-s-stellar-performance-in-his-first-career-start-earned-a-high-grade-01m4sa8v67m6?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m4sa8v67m6Hecklinski tallied 202 passing yards and 3 touchdowns on 14/19 completions as the Hawkeyes rolled the Huskies in Seattle.Tue, 13 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/the-iowa-offense-still-has-one-glaring-issue-despite-a-41-point-outburst-in-week-six-01m4s6e5842z?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m4s6e5842zIowa entered the Washington game ranked No. 115 in explosive running plays (4%), and despite tallying 263 rushing yards in week six, only 3% of those runs were "explosive."Tue, 13 Oct 2026 00:10:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/kamari-moulton-picked-up-a-well-earned-honor-after-his-big-day-against-washington-01m4rjcg4c7k?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m4rjcg4c7kMoulton had a big day against an overmatched Huskies defense, nearly doubling Iowa's combined rushing total from the previous two games.Mon, 12 Oct 2026 19:50:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/kamari-moulton-knew-he-was-going-to-have-a-big-game-after-a-few-early-big-runs-01m4r9s1e1s6?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m4r9s1e1s6After breaking a few big runs early, Moulton was confident he was going to have a big day.Mon, 12 Oct 2026 18:00:01 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/hawkeyes-news-roundup-iowa-rolls-past-washington-jeremy-hecklinski-rewarded-and-more-01m4rf78sch4?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m4rf78sch4Iowa football and baseball had dream weekends.Mon, 12 Oct 2026 17:10:06 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/kirk-ferentz-had-nothing-but-praise-for-jeremy-hecklinski-after-his-first-college-start-01m4egv06jxb?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m4egv06jxbFerentz said Hecklinski had been preparing well for a few weeks, and that showed against Ohio State in week five.Sun, 11 Oct 2026 18:49:56 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/jeremy-hecklinski-s-mindset-before-his-first-start-aligns-with-his-gunslinger-mentality-01m4nyapd8v4?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m4nyapd8v4Hecklinski is known for his gunslinger mentality, and he lived up to that reputation during his first college start against Washington.Sun, 11 Oct 2026 17:50:00 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/jeremy-hecklinski-joins-elite-company-after-notching-a-rare-feat-against-washington-01m4krw3937v?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m4krw3937vHeckinski's three touchdown passes are the most in a player's debut since Nate Stanley in 2017.Sat, 10 Oct 2026 21:20:48 +0000enhttps://dearoldgold.com/jeremy-hecklinski-s-viral-hard-count-was-easily-the-best-moment-in-cfb-on-friday-night-01m4knw94d7s?utm_source=RSSJordan Underwood01m4knw94d7sHecklinski shouted "F****** jump" at the top of his lungs to draw the Washington defense offside.Sat, 10 Oct 2026 20:35:00 +0000en