Articles Tagged: Tory Taylor

Every aspect of Iowa’s special teams have excelled through a half-season.

Tory Taylor’s friendships from across the football conferences and on the field help him feel comfortable far from home.

Friday’s game at Maryland forces the Hawkeyes to do “the same amount of work you would normally do” with one less day, but players are optimistic. Kirk Ferentz is “OK” with it.

Kirk Ferentz used the word “dumb” several times Tuesday to describe his decision to attempt a fake punt after a delay-of-game penalty.

Iowa punter Tory Taylor was named Co-Big Ten Special Teams Player of the Week for his performance against Iowa State.

Iowa special teams have contributed to the Hawkeyes’ 2-0 start. Tory Taylor averaged 51.1 yards per punt and Charlie Jones continues to give the Hawkeyes extra yards of field position.

With the departure of Ihmir Smith-Marsette, and return of Charlie Jones, Tory Taylor, Caleb Shudak and other young, but experienced players on special teams, kick returner is one void to fill.

Tory Taylor, Charlie Jones, Max Cooper and Tyrone Tracy Jr. provide spring football update