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Hank Brown Named Iowa Football Starting QB
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Evan James returned a punt 77 yards for a touchdown in Iowa football's season opener vs. Northern Illinois on Saturday at Kinnick Stadium. James' TD gave the Hawkeyes a 40-0 lead in what has been a blowout since the first quarter.
Iowa has a knack for finding talent everywhere. That talent could be the secret this year, with one stepping up as a former walk-on.
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Trio of Iowa football legends named to USA TODAY's all-2000s team
A trio of Iowa football legends were named to USA TODAY Sports' all-2000s team.
The Northern Illinois Huskies visit the Iowa Hawkeyes on Saturday, September 5, 2026 at 4:15 p.m. ET from Kinnick Stadium, Iowa City, IA. Iowa opens the season ranked No. 22 at home against Northern Illinois.
The Wyoming Cowboys visit the Colorado State Rams hoping to score a victory on the road in Week 1 of the college football season. Kickoff takes place at 3 p.m. PT/6 p.m. ET (4 p.m. MDT) on Saturday, September 5 with a live broadcast on USA Network,