Blaney Dominates Practice at Iowa Corn 350 as Brake Woes Surface
Ryan Blaney’s flawless lap averages and brake issues faced by several drivers highlight the competitive landscape ahead of the Iowa Corn 350.
Aug 8, 2026
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Blaney’s Championship Hopes Hang in the Balance at Iowa Speedway
Ryan Blaney enters Sunday’s Iowa Cup race with a steep points uphill battle, while teammate Denny Hamlin battles brake woes and Tyler Reddick eyes a top‑5 start. The outcome could decide whether Blaney can stay alive in the championship chase.
Aug 8, 2026
NASCAR’s 2026 Stage Caution Rule Aims to Trim Race Lengths as Suárez and Larson Voice Support
NASCAR will implement a new stage caution rule in 2026 that ends stages early when cautions occur with ten or fewer laps left, a change backed by drivers Kyle Larson and Daniel Suárez. The rule seeks to reduce delays and improve race flow, while Iowa Speedway’s upcoming repave promises better racing conditions.
Aug 8, 2026
Blaney Takes Pole at Iowa Speedway Ahead of 2026 NASCAR Showdown
Ryan Blaney secured pole position at Iowa Speedway with a 23.474‑second lap, while Chase Elliott, Brad Keselowski and other top drivers faced notable challenges during practice and qualifying.
Aug 8, 2026
Iowa Corn 350 Set for Thrilling 23rd Showdown at Iowa Speedway
With live coverage on USA Network at 3:30 p.m. ET, the upcoming Iowa Corn 350 promises high‑speed drama on the 0.894‑mile short track, featuring top contenders like Ryan Blaney, Kyle Larson and Chase Elliott
Aug 8, 2026
Elliott’s Iowa Practice Crash Throws Spotlight on Playoff Hopes
Chase Elliott’s practice mishap at Iowa Speedway raises questions about his car’s condition and potential starting position for the upcoming race
Aug 8, 2026
Iowa Hawkeyes Eye Lou Groza Award Glory with Transfer Kicker Eli Ozick
Iowa’s football program is counting on transfer kicker Eli Ozick to revive its placekicking prestige after a two‑decade drought of Lou Groza Award winners
Aug 8, 2026
Iowa’s All-American Baseball Showdown Returns to the Field of Dreams
The annual High School All-American Baseball Game will feature Waukee outfielder Matt Meeker among 40 graduating seniors, with the contest broadcast live on MLB Network from the historic Field of Dreams location.
Aug 8, 2026
Iowa Corn 350 Preview: Model Predicts Larson and a Longshot
With the 2026 Iowa Corn 350 set for the penultimate race before The Chase, oddsmakers and data‑driven forecasts converge on Kyle Larson and a high‑risk underdog, while veteran William Byron seeks redemption.
Aug 8, 2026
Logan Jones Eyes Starting Center Role with Chicago Bears After Draft Selection
Logan Jones, a Rimington Trophy winner, is competing for the starting center position with the Chicago Bears after being drafted in the second round, facing veteran Garrett Bradbury and a reshaped offensive line following Drew Dalman's retirement.
Aug 8, 2026
Roger Craig to Join 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame Class
Roger Craig’s upcoming induction celebrates a career that reshaped NFL versatility and honored Nebraska’s football legacy.
Aug 8, 2026
Cameron Fens Commits to UNC, Joining Family Legacy in Tar Heels Basketball
Cameron Fens, a double‑double star from Dubuque Hempstead, pledges to the University of North Carolina, bringing a multi‑generational basketball lineage and a new eligibility framework into focus.
Aug 8, 2026
Iowa State’s New Era: Settled Quarterback Jaylen Raynor Leads Cyclones Under Coach Jimmy Rogers
First‑year Iowa State coach Jimmy Rogers inherits a program in transition, but the settled quarterback Jaylen Raynor provides the stability needed to focus on offensive refinement and championship ambitions.
Aug 8, 2026
NASCAR 2026: New Talent and Team Shifts Ahead of the Iowa Weekend
Two RCR‑affiliated drivers are slated to make their national series debuts in 2026, while the organization navigates a transition after Kyle Busch’s death and prepares for 2027 roster moves.
Aug 8, 2026
NASCAR Trims Caution Time in Stage Racing to Boost Green‑Flag Action
NASCAR will shorten caution periods in stage races starting this weekend at Iowa Speedway, ending stages early when a caution occurs within the last ten laps and awarding points based on position at that moment.
Aug 8, 2026
Phil Parker’s Defensive Mastery Shapes Iowa’s Future
Phil Parker has built Iowa’s defense into a turnover machine, leveraging the transfer portal and developing NFL‑ready talent to keep the Hawkeyes competitive.
Aug 8, 2026
Malone’s First Season at UNC Bolstered by Portal Addition Cameron Fens
North Carolina taps veteran Michael Malone as head coach, while portal recruit Cameron Fens brings 7‑foot size and double‑digit scoring to a roster poised for a tournament push.
Aug 7, 2026
Undefeated West Michigan Flag Football Team NxtGen Eyes National Spotlight
NxtGen, a youth flag football team from West Michigan, has compiled a perfect 16‑0 record across three tournaments and is set to compete in the Unrivaled Flag Gold Jacket Classic at the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Ohio.
Aug 7, 2026
UNI Women’s Soccer Opens Preseason with Exciting Exhibition Against Hawkeye Community College
The University of Northern Iowa women's soccer team will kick off its preseason on August 8 with a public exhibition against Hawkeye Community College, highlighting fresh recruits and the return of key players under head coach Alex Place Thomas.
Aug 7, 2026
Corey Heim Makes History with Brickyard 400 Victory and Secures Future in NASCAR
Corey Heim captured his second 2025 Cup win at Indianapolis, becoming the first driver in over six decades to achieve this in his first 15 starts. His performance earned him a full‑time seat for 2027 and a new ride in the No. 35 Toyota, while a rare scheduling gap leaves him sidelined at Iowa.
Aug 6, 2026
USA Sports Unveils Groundbreaking Pace‑Car Analyst for NASCAR’s 2026 Season
USA Sports, a division of Versant Media, will debut a live pace‑car analyst during the Iowa Corn 350, integrating real‑time insights, advanced camera technology and a veteran production team to transform NASCAR broadcasting.
Aug 6, 2026
Denny Hamlin Leads as Iowa Corn 350 Approaches, Christopher Bell Eyes Chase Breakthrough
With Hamlin perched atop the standings and Bell eyeing a Chase spot, the upcoming Iowa Corn 350 promises high stakes and fresh drama.
Aug 6, 2026
NASCAR Sets 2026 Iowa Corn 350 Qualifying Order as Single‑Lap Showdown
The 2026 Iowa Corn 350 will be the 23rd race of the NASCAR Cup Series season, featuring a unique qualifying format that pits all 30 drivers against each other on a single lap at Iowa Speedway.
Aug 6, 2026
Dierks Bentley to Headline NASCAR’s 2026 Summer Music Series Finale at Iowa Speedway
Country music star Dierks Bentley is set to close NASCAR’s 2026 Busch Light Summer Music Series with a concert at Iowa Speedway on August 9, tying together a weekend of racing, music and brand partnerships.
Aug 5, 2026