Iowa Football Lands ACC Quarterback Transfer, Former Georgia Player of the Year
The team's search for consistency and a strong performance at the quarterback position has led to a revolving door at the QB position in recent years with well known players Cade McNamara and Deacon Hill among those experiencing limited success before leaving town.
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On Wednesday, it was revealed that coach Kirk Ferentz's Hawkeyes secured a commitment from a former Georgia High School Player of the Year who could help bring some stability to the position in the coming years.
Kirk Ferentz speaks at a press conference in Iowa City. © Julia Hansen/Iowa City Press-Citizen / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
"Wake Forest transfer QB Jeremy Hecklinski has Committed to Iowa, he tells on3sports," reporter Hayes Fawcett said.
"The 6'0 190 (pound) QB will have 4 years of eligibility remaining 2023 MaxPreps Georgia POTY, MaxPreps National POTY Finalist, & was an Adidas All-American."
Hecklinski did not play a snap with the Demon Deacons last season and was ranked as a three-star prospect with an undisclosed NIL value.
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The Marietta, Georgia native did not record a statistic with the Deacons last season in Wake Forest, North Carolin and will join offensive coordinator Tim Lester's team this coming season in the Big Ten.
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