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With Jack Campbell and Jay Higgins gone, Iowa’s linebackers enter 2026 under a new coach’s confidence, featuring returning starter Jayden Montgomery and a promising mix of veterans and newcomers.
Karson Sharar’s NFL draft selection highlights Iowa’s linebacker pipeline, but the Hawkeyes must replace several key players. Coach Wallace’s confidence in a six‑ or seven‑person unit offers a glimpse of continuity.
The Hawkeyes' defense will rely on a blend of home‑grown talent and proven leaders as they replace departing NFL linebackers.