Madison Hricik

The Hawkeyes played a complete game over rival Minnesota, setting themselves up for the biggest game of the year against Oregon after Iowa’s bye week.

The former high school teammates were expected to take on big roles in their sophomore year. For the first time since their high school days, they both scored a touchdown in the same game.

The Hawkeyes won the Battle for Floyd for the 10th time in the last 11 meeting and secured bowl eligibility in their final game before the second bye week.

Started over a decade ago, the Hawks to Go tailgate has helped raise money to the children’s hospital before every Hawkeye football game.

A new deal with John Deere now includes an on-field logo, set to debut for Iowa football’s game against Minnesota.

Madison Hricik brings on Minnesota football beat writer for the Minnesota Star Tribune Randy Johnson to discuss the upcoming matchup between the Iowa Hawkeyes and Minnesota Gophers at Kinnick Stadium Saturday, October 25, 2025

Iowa’s running backs have dealt with injuries since the start of the season. Now, head coach Kirk Ferentz said both Jaziun Patterson and TJ Washington Jr. could play against Minnesota, making it the first time all five running backs could be available at once.

Iowa football has won 10 of its last 11 matchups against Minnesota, and are 1-1 in trophy games this season.

The Hawkeyes will play UNI in 2026, but have added a second game as the season opener in 2029.

The Golden Gophers had nine sacks against Nebraska, while Iowa’s line hasn’t allowed a sack in two games. The Hawkeyes’ blend up front is becoming a catalyst for offensive success, especially in the run game.

Iowa football defensive back Xavier Nwankpa earned the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week after a career game against Penn State. It’s an honor that shows his development with the Hawkeyes.

Minnesota heads to Iowa after beating a ranked Nebraska team last week, setting up a battle to become bowl eligible on top of the classic trophy battle.

The Hawkeyes are in a seven-way tie for third place in the conference after their win of Penn State.

The Hawkeyes’ quarterback had one of his best rushing performances in his career, but instead of fully celebrating his achievement, he chose to continue praising the offensive — as he’s done all season.

The Hawkeyes came back from a 21-10 deficit in the third quarter to win the game, 25-24, on a record-breaking night in Kinnick Stadium.