In Soldier Field Showdown III the PA system didn't work for almost nearly a half. There wasn't a lot of material noise, but a message was sent with the college football being played at the home of the Chicago Bears. For the NIU Huskies this was a home game, but the crowd was overwhelmingly in favor of the Iowa Hawkeyes. In the end it was the UI who was triumphant, making … [Read more...] about Iowa Hawkeyes edge out NIU Huskies 18-17
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Iowa Hawkeyes’ James Vandenberg: league’s best pure passer?
University of Iowa senior quarterback James Vandenberg was named to the 2012 Davey O’Brien National Quarterback Award watch list which annually recognizes the top quarterback in college football. Former Hawkeyes Chuck Long (1985) and Brad Banks (2002) won the award and Ricky Stanzi was named a semifinalist in 2010. Iowa is one of eight schools nationally to have had two or more … [Read more...] about Iowa Hawkeyes’ James Vandenberg: league’s best pure passer?
#34 Iowa Hawkeyes: College Football 77 in 77
One thing I won't get to do this year when writing about Iowa Hawkeyes football is say Marvin MCNUTT! Because the greatest receiver in UI history and funnest name to say is now gone, haven re-written the Iowa City record book along the way. … [Read more...] about #34 Iowa Hawkeyes: College Football 77 in 77
Six Iowa Hawkeyes selected in NFL Draft
Six members Iowa Hawkeyes were selected in the 2012 NFL Draft. This marks the third straight year the Hawkeyes have had six players taken. Offensive lineman Riley Reiff, the third Hawkeye junior to enter the draft in the last three years, was a first round selection of the Detroit Lions, becoming Iowa’s third first round pick in the last three years. Iowa joins Alabama as … [Read more...] about Six Iowa Hawkeyes selected in NFL Draft
Hawkeyes, Matt Gatens slowed down by Illini
Iowa Hawkeyes country is college football country. Right now, it's just not a college basketball town. Today's loss at Illinois doesn't help that. It was an Illini team that really needed a win, and for some reason Iowa can't seem to beat Illinois lately. The Illini improved their record vs Iowa at home to 61-14 all time; breaking a six game losing streak, the program's … [Read more...] about Hawkeyes, Matt Gatens slowed down by Illini
Northwestern vs. Iowa Recap: Cats dominate Hawkeyes
Northwestern knew it needed a win against Iowa Thursday night in order to keep its NCAA Tournament hopes alive. With that in mind, The Wildcats promptly turned in arguably their best performance of the season, a convincing 83-64 win over the Hawkeyes. Point guard Dave Sobolewski led the way for NU, recording a season-high 26 points and team-high seven assists. The freshman’s … [Read more...] about Northwestern vs. Iowa Recap: Cats dominate Hawkeyes
Iowa Hawkeyes name new defensive coordinator
Phil Parker, DBs coach for the Iowa Hawkeyes the past 13 seasons, has gotten a major promotion- to defensive coordinator. Kirk Ferentz announced late last night. Parker, a member of the Iowa staff since Ferentz took over as head coach, replaces Norm Parker, who retired following this past season. Phil Parker was named by Rivals.com in March, 2011, as a first team member of … [Read more...] about Iowa Hawkeyes name new defensive coordinator
Hawkeyes Leading Rusher Marcus Coker Leaves Program
The Iowa Hawkeyes announced that sophomore running back Marcus Coker withdrew his application to enroll in spring semester. He also asked for a release from his football scholarship and it was granted. In other words, he is no longer part of the college football program. … [Read more...] about Hawkeyes Leading Rusher Marcus Coker Leaves Program
Iowa Hawkeyes Star Riley Reiff Declares for NFL Draft
Iowa Hawkeyes junior offensive tackle Riley Reiff announced he will enter the 2012 NFL Draft, forgoing his final year of college football eligibility. He figures to be a first round pick, possibly going in the top 10-15. … [Read more...] about Iowa Hawkeyes Star Riley Reiff Declares for NFL Draft
Cold Day at the Kohl Center: Iowa Hawkeyes Knock Off #11 Wisconsin
No, this headline is not a misprint, the #11 Wisconsin Badgers have indeed dropped their conference home-opener to the Iowa Hawkeyes by the score of 72-65. Iowa (9-6, 1-1) took full advantage of a horrendous-shooting performance from the Badgers (24-for-69) and a lackluster showing on the defensive end despite … [Read more...] about Cold Day at the Kohl Center: Iowa Hawkeyes Knock Off #11 Wisconsin