
Cam Buffington Poised for Breakout Season with Iowa Hawkeyes
From a dominant high school career in Winfield‑Mount Union to early collegiate performances, Cam Buffington is emerging as a key playmaker for the Hawkeyes.
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From a dominant high school career in Winfield‑Mount Union to early collegiate performances, Cam Buffington is emerging as a key playmaker for the Hawkeyes.

Nebraska sits eighth in the Big Ten per ESPN and tenth per CBS Sports, facing a challenging schedule as it seeks to turn back‑to‑back 7‑6 seasons into a breakthrough year.

Athlon Sports' annual feature gathers anonymous remarks from Big Ten head coaches, spotlighting P.J. Fleck's steady rise and the program's growing reputation.
Gavin Stecker, a four-star linebacker from Bettendorf, announced his commitment to the Iowa Hawkeyes in December 2023, becoming the first player from the 2027 class to do so. He chose Iowa over offers from Iowa State, Kansas, Kansas State, and Minnesota, drawn by the program's track record of producing NFL linebackers and its enduring culture under head coach Kirk Ferentz.
Gavin Stecker, a four‑star linebacker from Bettendorf, announced his commitment to Iowa in December 2023, becoming the first recruit in the 2027 class to do so. His decision reflects a blend of family legacy, program stability and a clear vision for his development.
Gavin Stecker, a four-star linebacker from Bettendorf, announced his commitment to Iowa in December 2023, becoming the first recruit in the 2027 class to do so. His decision reflects both the program’s defensive pedigree and its stable leadership under longtime coach Kirk Ferentz.

The Big Ten continues to churn out national champions, with Iowa positioned near the top despite a thin returning starter pool and a quarterback battle that will define the fall.

With a deep 2026 roster, the Hawkeyes are poised to send several players into the NFL spotlight, including Lutmer, who can patrol multiple secondary spots, and Pieper, projected as a future center.

The Iowa Hawkeyes are gearing up for the 2026 campaign, highlighted by versatile defensive back Zach Lutmer and athletic center Kade Pieper, both slated to enter the 2027 draft conversation as potential first‑round selections.

The Badgers' 2026 slate is dissected in a new ranking that highlights the most consequential matchups, from the Big Ten showdown with Iowa to the non‑conference test against Southern California.

The Badgers' upcoming slate features five marquee contests, with the Minnesota rivalry topping the list, while games against USC, Penn State, Notre Dame and Iowa round out the schedule.

Redshirt sophomore KJ Parker’s spring highlights and coach praise hint at a potential boost for Iowa’s struggling passing game.

Iowa’s offense is pinning its hopes on a breakout season from redshirt sophomore wide receiver KJ Parker, whose blend of explosiveness and catching ability could finally unlock the Hawkeyes’ stalled passing game.

Athlon’s 2026 College Football Preview places Iowa eighth in the Big Ten and 25th nationally, spotlighting coach Kirk Ferentz’s 28th year, key player recognitions and predictions for the upcoming season.

Ohio State’s flawless score, along with strong performances from Michigan, Minnesota and others, reflects a growing emphasis on student‑athlete academic success across the Big Ten.

With training camp on the horizon, the Hawkeyes confront questions at quarterback while their defense, anchored by coordinator Phil Parker, looks to preserve its recent excellence.

The Hawkeyes enter 2026 with a revamped defense led by coordinator Phil Parker and a quarterback competition that could shape their offensive identity.

After years of offensive inconsistency, Iowa taps former Indianapolis Colts coordinator Tom Moore, a Hawkeye alum and longtime collaborator with Peyton Manning, to inject NFL‑caliber expertise into its Big Ten program.

Former Hawkeye quarterback and four‑time Super Bowl champion Tom Moore has been appointed senior consultant to the head coach and offensive advisor at the University of Iowa, bringing decades of playing and coaching experience.

The Hawkeyes have added a veteran with four Super Bowl rings and decades of coaching experience to their offensive staff.

Veteran coach Tom Moore, a Hawkeye alumnus and four‑time Super Bowl champion, has been appointed senior consultant and offensive advisor to the Iowa Hawkeyes, where he will work with emerging talents such as Jeremy Hecklinski and Hank Brown.
The University of Iowa announced the hiring of Tom Moore as senior consultant to the head coach and offensive advisor, marking a homecoming for the Hawkeye legend.
Iowa announces the addition of Tom Moore, a four‑time Super Bowl champion and longtime football veteran, to its coaching staff in an advisory capacity.
Coach Ben McCollum signed a six‑year, $27.6 million deal, keeping him in Iowa through 2032 and signaling a long‑term commitment to the program.