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Iowa Hawkeyes, Kirk Ferentz Offers Intriguing 2027 Defensive Prospect

As the Iowa Hawkeyes continue to add more commits to the program's 2026 recruiting class, fans received some exciting news about talented defensive recruit this weekend.

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Iowa Hawkeyes, Kirk Ferentz Receive Very Favorable Future Outlook

The future may be bright for the Iowa Hawkeyes' football program. ESPN's Adam Rittenberg recently published his updated future college football ratings, which looks at the next two seasons, rather than just the next year.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Black Heart Gold Pants / June 11

Despite McCollum Hiring, Football Still King at Iowa

There’s plenty to be excited for in Hawkeye nation, but Kirk Ferentz and Iowa football still reign supreme. Since the Iowa basketball season came to a close in April, much of the oxygen in Hawkeye nation has been sucked up by the coaching change in Carver.

Kirk Ferentz News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 11

Iowa Hawkeyes, Kirk Ferentz Achieve Major First With Big Recruiting Win

Kirk Ferentz and the Iowa Hawkeyes have been one of the better teams in the Big Ten for quite some time, and even if they have been unable to reach the heights of squads like Ohio State or Michigan, they still deserve respect for consistently contending year in and year out.

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Iowa Hawkeyes Receive High Rating Ahead of 2025 Season

As Iowa Hawkeyes' head coach Kirk Ferentz begins to prepare his squad for the 2025 college football season, the program is starting to gain some hype heading into the upcoming year.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 7

Iowa Hawkeyes Head Coach Excited to Have New Offensive Analyst

The Iowa Hawkeyes have been making attempts to improve their offense in recent years. Iowa has a reputation of being one of the worst offensive teams in terms of production in the nation.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 3

Iowa Hawkeyes Kirk Ferentz Receives High Ranking in Big Ten

Iowa Hawkeyes' head coach Kirk Ferentz is receiving praise ahead of the 2025 season. The Big Ten has expanded to 18 teams and this means more elite head coaches coming into the mix.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 3

Iowa Hawkeyes Set to Visit With 18 Prospects in June: Here's Who to Know

Iowa Hawkeyes' head coach Kirk Ferentz and the program are set for a huge recruiting month in June. Throughout three weekends, the Hawkeyes plan to have 17 prospects taking an official visit on campus.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 2

Iowa Hawkeyes Lose Major Recruiting Battle to Washington

The Iowa Hawkeyes were unable to kick off the month of June on a high note, as head coach Kirk Ferentz and the program missed out on highly-touted recruit in the 2026 class.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 1

Iowa Hawkeyes Must Keep an Eye on this 2026 Defensive Prospect

The Iowa Hawkeyes began their 2026 recruiting cycle with a bang, landing multiple highly-touted prospects in the month of Dec and Jan. However, their hot start has cooled off in recent months, with the last commitment coming from three-star wide receiver Diondre Smith in Apr.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / June 1

Iowa Hawkeyes HC Kirk Ferentz Receives Another Eye-Opening Ranking

Despite receiving tons of criticisms over the past couple of years, Iowa Hawkeyes' head coach Kirk Ferentz finally earned high praise for his time with the program.

College Football News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / May 30

Iowa Hawkeyes HC Kirk Ferentz Reminisces on Epic 2005 Game vs. LSU

An offense in football typically runs about 75 plays per game. That’s why many analysts worth their salt don’t just fixate on the final play of a game.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / May 30

Iowa Hawkeyes Football Announce Multiple Start Time For 2025 Season

As Iowa Hawkeye fans eagerly wait for the 2025 College Football season, head coach Kirk Ferentz and his program recently received an update on kickoff time for five games next season, with four being part of Big 10 Conference play.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / May 27

Iowa Hawkeyes, Kirk Ferentz Receive Shocking Recruiting Ranking

The Iowa Hawkeyes are not necessarily known as an elite recruiting school. Not in a nation that includes behemoths like Ohio State, Texas, Georgia and Oregon.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / May 27

Iowa's Underrated Star Lands Elite Ranking, Great News for Kirk Ferentz

The Iowa Hawkeyes boasted one of the nation's most lethal rushing attacks last season, and while running back Kaleb Johnson was obviously a huge reason for that, Iowa's offensive line also deserves major credit for opening up those running lanes for Johnson.

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Iowa Hawkeyes Making Aggressive Push for Compelling Defensive Recruit

The Iowa Hawkeyes have prided themselves on their strong defense for much of the Kirk Ferentz era, but the problem is they lost a ton of key players on that side of the ball this offseason.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / May 26

Iowa Hawkeyes, Kirk Ferentz Facing Huge Recruiting Visit Early in June

Iowa Hawkeyes' head coach Kirk Ferentz has been on a consistent run throughout the 2026 recruiting cycle. Since April, the program has landed two four-star

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / May 23

Iowa Hawkeyes Football Receive Prominent Ranking Over Last 25 Years

The past 25 years of college football have seen incredible growth in the sport as we’ve seen programs rise and fall. It’s those consistent name-brand teams that capture the masses' attention, and the Iowa Hawkeyes are one of the few programs that can put themselves in such an elite category.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / May 23

Expert Prediction For Iowa's Breakout Player In 2025 Will Excite Fans

The Iowa Hawkeyes have always been known as a "grind it out" team in the Kirk Ferentz era. Especially on offense, they beat down their opponents with physicality at the point of attack, a strong runner in the backfield and a traditionally elite offensive line.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / May 22

Iowa Hawkeyes' Kirk Ferentz Receives Intriguing Ranking from CBS Sports

According to CBS Sports, Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Kirk Ferentz is ranked as the 19th-best Power Four head coach in college football. Ferentz has coached the Hawkeyes since the 1999 season, boasting a career record of 204-124.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / May 20

Iowa Hawkeyes Receive Interesting 2025 Win Total Prediction

After a solid run in the transfer portal this offseason, Iowa Hawkeyes' head coach Kirk Ferentz and his squad are set to build off last season. In 2024, the Hawkeyes offensive efforts were carried by star running back Kaleb Johnson, as the veteran rusher finished the season with 1,537 yards and 21 touchdowns on the ground.

College Football News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / May 20

Iowa Hawkeyes Making Strong Push to Flip Compelling Recruit

The Iowa Hawkeyes are not exactly the Ohio State Buckeyes when it comes to recruiting, but head coach Kirk Ferentz does a great job of at least keeping Iowa in the mix.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Yardbarker / September 18

Iowa HC will have team prepared to fight for Floyd of Rosedale

Iowa HC Kirk Ferentz will have team prepared to fight for Floyd of Rosedale

Floyd of Rosedale is a big bronze pig. Outside of college football, that may sound strange, but within the bounds of college football and its epic rivalries that have spanned years — a bronze pig can mean everything.

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Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz suspended for recruiting violation

Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz suspended over recruitment of Cade McNamara

Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz and one of his assistants have been suspended for violations related to the recruitment of former Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara.

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