John Steppe

Cade McNamara said he believes Iowa “has enough pieces right now to go win a Big Ten championship next year” in a podcast with two former NFL quarterbacks.

Most Iowa players who already entered the transfer portal “probably won’t be back with us” in 2023, Kirk Ferentz said. But a return to Iowa is “possible” for some players.

Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta also received AP all-Big Ten first-team recognition. Seven Hawkeyes were on the second team.

Jack Campbell became the first Iowa player to win the William V. Campbell Trophy, which recognizes success in academics, athletics and leadership.

An experienced defensive back and special teams player for Iowa entered the transfer portal, according to ESPN’s Adam Rittenberg.

Jestin Jacobs has entered the transfer portal. The Hawkeyes already were going to “have some fresh faces out there” at linebacker in 2023.

After Iowa’s appearance in the Music City Bowl, Kirk Ferentz is planning a “comprehensive study” that will be “a little bit more thorough and a little bit more detailed” than in most years.

Reggie Bracy had a limited role on defense as the second-team strong safety, but he had a significant role on Iowa’s special teams units.

The Gazette is tracking Iowa football’s transfer arrivals and departures, NFL Draft decisions, extra COVID-19 eligibility decisions and more.

Whoever starts at quarterback for Iowa in the Music City Bowl will be throwing the first pass of their college football career.

Iowa will play Kentucky in its bowl game for the second consecutive season

Iowa is gaining a leader with quarterback Cade McNamara. Now, the offense needs to add more talent to play with McNamara.

Gavin Williams announced his plans to enter the transfer portal, becoming the fifth Iowa offensive player to do so since the end of the regular season.

The Hawk Off The Press podcast breaks down the latest transaction news and what it signals about the Iowa football program’s future.

Iowa Swarm founder Brad Heinrichs explains how the collective walks a fine line as it ensures NIL opportunities are there for players like ex-Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara without it being a recruiting inducement.