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Dec 2, 2023; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Michigan Wolverines running back Blake Corum (2) runs against Iowa Hawkeyes defensive lineman Ethan Hurkett (49) during the second half of the Big Ten Championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

The uphill climb to make an NFL roster just got even steeper for Ethan Hurkett

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May 5, 2026

Questions about the offense didn't stop Iowa from climbing into a way-too-early top 25

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May 4, 2026

One season as a starting OT was enough for PFF to anoint Trevor Lauck as a top prospect

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May 4, 2026

In unsurprising news to Iowa fans, Kade Pieper is already topping 2027 big boards

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May 4, 2026

Mar 1, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Iowa offensive lineman Gennings Dunker (OL20) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Iowa fans get first look at when record-setting rookie class begins NFL grind

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May 1, 2026

Oct 18, 2025; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Seth Anderson (6) runs after the catch against the Penn State Nittany Lions during the first quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

An injury-plagued WR is getting a chance to showcase what he can do at the next level

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May 1, 2026

Dec 27, 2019; San Diego, California, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes coach Kirk Ferentz reacts in the second half against the Southern California Trojans during the Holiday Bowl at SDCCU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Kirk Ferentz doubled-down on his disgust with the NCAA's recent tampering ruling

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Apr 30, 2026

Nov 27, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell (46) runs onto the field prior to the game against the Green Bay Packers at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

A broken NFL rule just cost former Hawkeye Jack Campbell a year of his contract

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Apr 30, 2026

Nov 28, 2025; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Kaden Wetjen (21) runs against Nebraska Cornhuskers defensive back Deshon Singleton (8) during the third quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Iowa is bucking a growing trend in college football for a more old-fashioned approach

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Apr 29, 2026

Feb 25, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Iowa place kicker Drew Stevens (PK04) kicks the ball out of the hold of Ryan Eckley of Michigan State during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The Commanders gave Drew Stevens the best news he is probably going to hear all week

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Apr 28, 2026

Feb 27, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Iowa defensive back Xavier Nwankpa (DB43) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Xavier Nwankpa's simple statement proved he has all the motivation he needs

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Apr 27, 2026

Iowa quarterback Jeremy Hecklinski (10) passes the football April 25, 2026 during the team’s spring practice at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.

The 3 biggest takeaways from Iowa's final 2026 spring practice

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Apr 27, 2026

Feb 25, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Iowa place kicker Drew Stevens (PK04) kicks the ball during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The Commanders' revolving door at kicker is exactly the opportunity Drew Stevens needs

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Apr 27, 2026

Nov 22, 2025; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Mark Gronowski (11) rolls out to throws a pass against the Michigan State Spartans during the first quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

The journey isn't over for five Hawkeyes who didn't hear their names called on Draft night

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Apr 26, 2026

DUPLICATE***Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Kaden Wetjen (21) dives into the endzone to score as Massachusetts Minutemen safety DD Snyder (4) defends Sept. 13, 2025 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.

Kaden Wetjen's unique response to being drafted by the Steelers will make you smile

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Apr 26, 2026

Iowa center Logan Jones (65) runs onto the field during a NCAA football game against Ohio State, Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio.

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The Chicago Bears were 'smitten' with their second-round center out of Iowa

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Apr 26, 2026

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

A record-setting NFL Draft further adds to Kirk Ferentz's Hall-of-Fame legacy

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Apr 26, 2026

Mar 1, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Iowa offensive lineman Logan Jones (OL31) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Logan Jones completed a rare bucket list item that he didn't even know he had

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Apr 25, 2026

Iowa Hawkeyes offensive lineman Gennings Dunker (67), center, stands with teammates for the national anthem Nov. 8, 2025 before a Big Ten Football game against the Oregon Ducks at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.

Pittsburgh Steelers did what had to be done to secure menacing Iowa OL Gennings Dunker

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Apr 24, 2026

Mar 1, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Iowa offensive lineman Logan Jones (OL31) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Bears fans who are worried about Caleb Williams will absolutely love Logan Jones

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Apr 24, 2026

Aug 9, 2025; Iowa offensive lineman Jack Dotzler, left, blocks against defensive lineman Iose Epenesa during the Hawkeyes Kids Day NCAA football open practice at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Cress for the Des Moines Register

3 things for Iowa fans to watch out for during the Hawkeyes' open spring practice

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Apr 24, 2026

Iowa Hawkeyes offensive lineman Gennings Dunker (67) warms up before a football game against the Indiana Hoosiers Sept. 27, 2025 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.

Find someone who loves you as much as Gennings Dunker loves Hawkeye Football

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Apr 23, 2026

Iowa Hawkeyes defensive back Deshaun Lee (8) defends Minnesota Golden Gophers wide receiver Javon Tracy (11) Oct. 25, 2025 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.

One defensive group is putting long-time DC Phil Parker's mind at ease this spring

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Apr 23, 2026

Apr 26, 2025; Iowa City, IA, USA; Iowa offensive lineman Leighton Jones (64) warms up during a spring NCAA football open practice at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Cress/For the Register

It wouldn't truly be an Iowa spring practice without an offensive lineman getting praised

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Apr 22, 2026

Mar 1, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Iowa offensive lineman Beau Stephens (OL48) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Iowa Football 2026 NFL Draft hub: How to watch, who's heading where, and analysis

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Apr 22, 2026

Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Iowa defensive lineman Max Llewellyn (DL49) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Kirk Ferentz's amazing NFL Draft streak should easily continue during the 2026 NFL Draft

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Apr 22, 2026

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz smiles during a spring NCAA college football practice, Tuesday, March 29, 2022, at the University of Iowa Indoor Practice Facility in Iowa City, Iowa.

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If you're a prospect with NFL aspirations, you should probably go to Iowa

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Apr 22, 2026

Dec 31, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Mark Gronowski (11) throws a pass against the Vanderbilt Commodores in the first quarter during the ReliaQuest Bowl at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

There is growing belief that QB Mark Gronowski will achieve his NFL dreams

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Apr 21, 2026

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