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USA Today
4 days ago
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- USA Today
Iowa football teases increased use of explosive playmaker on offense
Some guys simply need to have plays manufactured for them to get touches. Certain players have an innate ability to make big plays happen when they get the ball in their hands. Iowa Hawkeyes' star kick and punt returner Kaden Wetjen is one of those types of players. After flashing in an array of returns last year, Wetjen made himself a household name in the Big Ten for his ability to completely flip the momentum of a game or change the complexion of Iowa's possession with his playmaking ability. Up next for Iowa is finding a way to harness Wetjen's electricity and convert it to offensive schemes and more touches fed to Wetjen each game. Head coach Kirk Ferentz talked about Wetjen getting an expanded role on offense when visiting with the media. "I think he's on that road, you know, we'll see how to progress. He's done good things in camp, learning some good things in spring, but it's better than not spring. And it's just, you know, getting all the details down, and Kaden's really working hard to do that." As a returner, Wetjen has two return touchdowns in his career with Iowa. Both came in 2024, as one was a punt return and another a kickoff return. If he can get the ball in open space on offense, he has the ability to find the end zone a lot more. Kaden Wetjen isn't foreign to playing offense, but it has not been a common occurrence. In two years with the Hawkeyes, he has tallied three receptions for 46 yards and rushed the ball eight times for 53 yards. Contact/Follow us @HawkeyesWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Iowa news, notes, and opinions. Follow Riley on X: @rileydonald7
USA Today
18-07-2025
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- USA Today
2025 Iowa football schedule, results, predictions & odds
The Iowa Hawkeyes' college football schedule for 2025 includes meeting Oregon on Nov. 8. See below to check out the full slate. Check out: US LBM Coaches Poll powered by USA Today sports Watch college football on Fubo! Iowa's 2025 schedule College football odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Friday at 10:26 a.m. ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub. Iowa betting insights
Yahoo
26-04-2025
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- Yahoo
Iowa Football Lands ACC Quarterback Transfer, Former Georgia Player of the Year
The Iowa Hawkeyes' passing game struggles have been well documented in recent years culminating in a tough season in that department last 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. Advertisement 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. Advertisement 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. Related: Iowa Hawkeyes Lock Up All-American Offensive Tackle: Report
Yahoo
10-04-2025
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- Yahoo
Iowa basketball sets transfer portal visit with Grand Canyon big man
One of the Iowa Hawkeyes' transfer portal targets will be making their way to campus next week. Former Grand Canyon big man Duke Brennan is reportedly set to visit Iowa from April 18-19. The Athletic's Tobias Bass reports that Brennan will also visit Stanford April 11-13 and Villanova April 15-17. Advertisement The 6-foot-10, 250 pound forward averaged 10.4 points and 9.2 rebounds per game while shooting 64.6% from the field and 65.4% from the free throw line last season. Brennan scored in double figures in 19 games during the 2024-25 campaign, including 10 double-doubles. The Chandler, Ariz., native began his career at Arizona State where he played in 36 games and started one during the 2022-23 season. Brennan morphed into a starter at Grand Canyon where he played and started in 65 games over the past two seasons. Contact/Follow us @HawkeyesWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Iowa news, notes and opinions. Follow Josh on X: @JoshOnREF This article originally appeared on Hawkeyes Wire: Iowa basketball sets transfer portal visit with Grand Canyon big man
USA Today
10-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Iowa basketball sets transfer portal visit with Grand Canyon big man
Iowa basketball sets transfer portal visit with Grand Canyon big man One of the Iowa Hawkeyes' transfer portal targets will be making their way to campus next week. Former Grand Canyon big man Duke Brennan is reportedly set to visit Iowa from April 18-19. The Athletic's Tobias Bass reports that Brennan will also visit Stanford April 11-13 and Villanova April 15-17. The 6-foot-10, 250 pound forward averaged 10.4 points and 9.2 rebounds per game while shooting 64.6% from the field and 65.4% from the free throw line last season. Brennan scored in double figures in 19 games during the 2024-25 campaign, including 10 double-doubles. The Chandler, Ariz., native began his career at Arizona State where he played in 36 games and started one during the 2022-23 season. Brennan morphed into a starter at Grand Canyon where he played and started in 65 games over the past two seasons. Here's a look at Brennan's highlights: Contact/Follow us @HawkeyesWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Iowa news, notes and opinions. Follow Josh on X: @JoshOnREF
