
Iowa’s 2026 Football Schedule: A Tough Road Ahead
The Hawkeyes open against Northern Illinois on Sept. 5, then face a gauntlet of Big Ten powerhouses, with transfers, coaching changes and unanswered questions shaping the narrative.
May 16, 2026
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The Hawkeyes open against Northern Illinois on Sept. 5, then face a gauntlet of Big Ten powerhouses, with transfers, coaching changes and unanswered questions shaping the narrative.

The Fighting Illini have quietly reshaped their roster this offseason, bringing in transfer quarterback Katin Houser and tight end Benjamin Thurman, while veteran Luke Altmyer moves on.

The latest forecast from Sports Illustrated assigns confidence ratings to every projected Big Ten quarterback for the 2026 season, highlighting both locked‑in starters and unsettled races.