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Illinois wide receiver Casey Washington (14) catches a pass ahead of Iowa defensive back Jermari Harris, right, during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Jones' kick return lifts No. 18 Iowa past Illinois 33-23

By John Bohnenkamp Nov. 20, 2021 05:58 PM EST

Iowa quarterback Alex Padilla (8) warms up before an NCAA college football game against Illinois, Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Illinois at Iowa 11/20/2021

Nov. 20, 2021 01:47 PM EST

Illinois running back Chase Brown (2) carries the ball against Minnesota during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, in Minneapolis. Illinois won 14-6. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)
No. 18 Iowa clings to West hopes entering game with Illini

By The Associated Press Nov. 18, 2021 07:49 PM EST

Iowa quarterback Alex Padilla (8) looks to pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Minnesota, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, in Iowa City, Iowa. Iowa won 27-22. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Ferentz not shutting door on Petras' return for No. 18 Iowa

By John Bohnenkamp Nov. 16, 2021 05:27 PM EST

Iowa quarterback Alex Padilla (8) throws a pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Minnesota, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Late stops let No. 19 Iowa beat Minnesota 27-22, keep Floyd

By John Bohnenkamp Nov. 13, 2021 07:28 PM EST

Minnesota head coach P.J. Fleck stands on the field before an NCAA college football game against Iowa, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Minnesota at Iowa 11/13/2021

Nov. 13, 2021 02:39 PM EST

Northwestern quarterback Andrew Marty looks to throw a pass against Iowa during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Evanston, Ill., Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Iowa at Northwestern 11/6/2021

Nov. 06, 2021 08:31 PM EDT

Iowa defensive back Jermari Harris (27) pushes Wisconsin wide receiver Jack Dunn (16) out of bounds after a reception in the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Andy Manis)
Iowa at Wisconsin 10/30/2021

Oct. 30, 2021 01:57 PM EDT

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras (7) arrives at Kinnick Stadium before an NCAA college football game against Penn State, Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Matthew Putney)
Penn State at Iowa 10/9/2021

Oct. 09, 2021 02:11 PM EDT

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras (7)is tackled by Colorado State defensive lineman Scott Patchan (1) during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Ron Johnson)
Colorado State at Iowa 9/25/2021

Sep. 25, 2021 04:51 PM EDT

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras (7) along with his team celebrate their 27-17 win over Iowa State in an NCAA college football game, Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2018, in Ames, Iowa. (AP Photo/Matthew Putney)
No. 5 Hawkeyes face Kent State in matchup of top defenses

By John Bohnenkamp Sep. 16, 2021 03:00 AM EDT

Iowa State defensive end Will McDonald (9) sacks Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras (7) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in Ames, Iowa. (AP Photo/Matthew Putney)
No. 5 Hawkeyes looking for more consistency from offense

By John Bohnenkamp Sep. 14, 2021 04:42 PM EDT

Iowa State quarterback Brock Purdy (15) greets fans along the spirit walk before an NCAA college football game against Iowa, Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in Ames, Iowa. (AP Photo/Matthew Putney)
Iowa at Iowa State 9/11/2021

Sep. 11, 2021 03:23 PM EDT

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz arrives at Kinnick Stadium before an NCAA college football game against Indiana, Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Indiana at Iowa 9/4/2021

Sep. 04, 2021 01:59 PM EDT

FILE - In this Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020 file photo, Iowa wide receiver Tyrone Tracy Jr. runs on the field during an NCAA college football game against Michigan State in Iowa City, Iowa. It was back in the 2019 season when Tyrone Tracy Jr., gave himself the nickname “Sweet Feet.” Never mind that Tracy was just a redshirt freshman in Iowa’s experienced wide receiver group. He came up with it, he said that season, so it was his. Two years later, he said he’s keeping it.(AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)
'Sweet Feet' Tracy takes leadership role with Iowa receivers

By John Bohnenkamp Jun. 23, 2021 02:25 AM EDT

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz, left, greets Nebraska head coach Scott Frost before an NCAA college football game, Friday, Nov. 27, 2020, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Nebraska at Iowa 11/27/2020

Nov. 27, 2020 12:45 PM EST

FILE - In this Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020, file photo, Iowa punter Tory Taylor punts during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Northwestern, in Iowa City, Iowa. Taylor's play has been a key factor in Iowa's special teams success. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)
Transfer returner, Aussie punter spark Iowa's special teams

By Adam Hensley Nov. 12, 2020 03:52 AM EST

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras throws a pass during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Michigan State, Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020, in Iowa City, Iowa. Iowa won 49-7. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Goodson rushes for 113 yards as Iowa wallops Michigan State

By Adam Hensley Nov. 07, 2020 03:46 PM EST

Iowa running back Tyler Goodson (15) scores on a 9-yard touchdown run during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Michigan State, Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Michigan State at Iowa 11/7/2020

Nov. 07, 2020 01:41 PM EST