Early Roster Outlook for the Iowa Hawkeyes
Iowa’s football program has published its first game‑week depth chart for the 2024 season, giving fans a first look at how the coaching staff plans to arrange its roster.
The most intriguing storyline centers on the quarterback position, where both Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski are listed as co‑starters, leaving the ultimate QB1 decision open heading into the opener.
At running back, Kamari Moulton earns the starting role, with L.J. Phillips slated as the primary backup; Nathan McNeil is expected to see action on passing‑down situations despite not making the two‑deep.
The receiving corps brings a mix of experience and newcomers, highlighted by portal transfers Tony Diaz and Evan James, who are projected to make an immediate impact.
Multiple tight ends are available, offering the inexperienced quarterback a reliable checkdown option as the season progresses.
Defensively, the line features high‑profile portal acquisitions Kahmari Brown and Bryce Hawthorne, while linebacker depth appears robust, with seven or eight viable rotation players.
Special teams see Caden Buhr slated as the place kicker and Boston Everitt handling punting duties; Zach Lutmer will start at punt returner, while Brevin Doll’s track speed secures him the kickoff‑return role over Kaden Wetjen. Tyler Brown remains sidelined with a soft‑tissue injury, prompting Anthony Hawkins to take first‑team reps at safety.
The roster also retains key contributors such as Trevor Lauck and Kade Pieper, and fourth‑year player Cael Winter is slated to shift to center, adding veteran presence to the interior line.