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The University of Iowa's special teams unit welcomes Australian punter Boston Everitt and Iowa native Tanner Philpott, each bringing distinct backgrounds and ambitions to replace iconic predecessors.
Former Iowa Hawkeyes players make their 2026 NFL preseason debuts across a series of Week 1 games, with several matchups broadcast on NFL Network, ESPN Unlimited and NFL+.
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
The Iowa Hawkeyes open the 2026 campaign ranked No. 22 in the preseason US LBM Coaches Poll, but a wave of departures from the special‑teams unit has sparked a rebuilding effort led by new coordinator Chris Polizzi and a trio of fresh specialists.
The Hawkeyes enter the 2026 campaign with a No. 22 preseason ranking, reflecting both confidence in head coach Kirk Ferentz and the hurdles posed by significant personnel losses and a revamped special‑teams staff.
The 2025 Iowa Hawkeyes football season featured tight losses to top opponents, with coaches highlighting the squad’s underrated talent and readiness for future battles.
Coach Kirk Ferentz discusses the evolving quarterback race, the potential of the secondary and linebackers, and the challenges facing the defensive line and special teams.
Ferentz discusses the quarterback duel between Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski, the potential extension of the race into the season, and the challenges facing the defensive line, while highlighting the promise of the secondary, linebackers, and special teams.
As the Hawkeyes prepare for the 2026 season, five narrative threads — quarterback competition, kicker evolution, offensive line reshaping, safety transitions, and the future of head coach Kirk Ferentz — define the conversation around Iowa football.
The Hawkeyes' offense, led by Tim Lester, is expected to exceed its over/under line, while the defense under Phil Parker continues to limit scoring, setting the stage for a compelling campaign.
With Chris Polizzi taking the reins, the Hawkeyes are reshaping their kicking game, adding experienced talent and fresh competition ahead of their Week 1 matchup against Northern Illinois.
Phil Steele's preseason All-Conference and All-American teams recognize five Iowa football players, highlighting their potential and the program's bright outlook for 2026.
Five Hawkeyes earn preseason honors from Phil Steele, including All-American nods for Pieper and Lutmer and All-Big Ten selections for Lauck, Ozick and Vonnahme, setting high expectations for the 2026 campaign.
With LeVar Woods departing for Michigan State and Chris Polizzi stepping in, Iowa must replace key special teams contributors and integrate new talent to preserve its historic edge.
The Wolverines face a challenging slate of opponents, each bringing new coaches, transfer portal moves, and key player storylines that could define the 2026 campaign.
The Hawkeyes are reshaping their roster and coaching staff as they gear up for the upcoming campaign, blending new talent with Iowa's distinctive traditions.
The Hawkeyes are leveraging recent portal activity to add a pass‑rusher, a big‑play receiver and a reliable kicker, reshaping their outlook for the upcoming season.
The Hawkeyes’ latest roster overhaul brings three standout transfers who bring proven production and could influence outcomes in tight games.
The Hawkeyes face a pivotal 2026 campaign marked by roster turnover, emerging talent, and the challenge of integrating new pieces quickly enough to compete in the Big Ten.