The anticipation is building in Iowa City as a 3-star RB target set his commitment date

Iowa's first big official visit weekend impressed multiple prospects, including defensive lineman Bariyus Allen, who committed almost immediately after visiting. Several more placed the Hawkeyes on their top-destinations list, increasing the intensity on the recruiting trail this weekend.

Iowa already has a top-40 2027 recruiting class and has the potential to improve its ranking, including an athletic running back prospect from Ohio.

3-star RB Kenyon Norman is announcing his commitment on June 12

The Hawkeyes do not currently have a running back commitment in the 2027 recruiting class, but that could easily change after a talented Ohio prospect has the program in his top three.

Norman is making his college decision this Friday, June 12, with Iowa, Northwestern, and Wake Forest making the final cut.

Norman is a big back that gets downhill in a hurry, but he has the athleticism to juke defenders or simply run past them. He gives off Kaleb Johnson vibes from early in his Iowa career, which is potentially why Iowa is high on him.

Rivals currently ranks Norman as a three-star prospect, Ohio's No. 27 overall prospect and the No. 80 running back prospect in the 2027 recruiting class, but he has the potential to be better than his ranking suggests.

Norman has solid speed and athleticism for his size, and he broke a lot of tackles for Lakota West last season. He is also a solid pass catcher, which would give the Hawkeyes a weapon not only in the running game but also in the screen and short-passing game. If he reaches the edge or the open field, good luck bringing him down.

Norman would give the Hawkeyes something they lack in the 2027 class, while also providing an intriguing option to add to the running back room in the future. His canceled visit to the program is concerning, but there are never any guarantees until the letter of intent is officially signed.

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