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Georgia head coach Kirby Smart celebrates winning the College Football Playoff Championship game against Alabama, getting a hoist from outside linebacker Bolan Smith, early Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022, in Indianapolis. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)
AP Top 25 Reality Check: Final rankings and future prospects

By Ralph D. Russo Jan. 11, 2022 12:11 PM EST

Iowa fan Jausten Baumgarn, 12, of Lake Park, Iowa, sits atop the shoulders of Sterling Haack, 17, of Maurice, Iowa, while waiting to watch the Nebraska team arrive before an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 26, 2021, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Neb. (AP Photo/Rebecca S. Gratz)
Iowa at Nebraska 11/26/2021

Nov. 26, 2021 11:51 AM EST

Nebraska tight end AScott Nelson (11) can't make a reception in the end zone against Wisconsin safety Scott Nelson (9) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Andy Manis)
Huskers seek breakthrough to ruin No. 17 Iowa's West hopes

By Eric Olson Nov. 25, 2021 03:10 AM 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 head coach Kirk Ferentz watches from the sideline during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Purdue, Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, in Iowa City, Iowa. Purdue won 24-7. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
No. 9 Iowa rested, still in control of its Big Ten West fate

By John Bohnenkamp Oct. 26, 2021 04:59 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

Maryland quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa looks to pass against Iowa during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Friday, Oct. 1, 2021, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Iowa at Maryland 10/1/2021

Oct. 01, 2021 08:23 PM EDT

Colorado State quarterback Todd Centeio (7) runs for a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Iowa, Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Ron Johnson)
No. 5 Iowa rallies to defeat Colorado State 24-14

By John Bohnenkamp Sep. 25, 2021 07:21 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 running back Tyler Goodson (15) celebrates as he scores on a 46-yard touchdown run during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Kent State, Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Goodson runs for 153 yards, 3 TDs in No. 5 Iowa's victory

By John Bohnenkamp Sep. 18, 2021 06:55 PM EDT

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz arrives at Kinnick Stadium before an NCAA college football game against Kent State, Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Kent State at Iowa 9/18/2021

Sep. 18, 2021 01:41 PM 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 - Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras sets up to pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Illinois in Champaign, Ill., in this Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, file photo. Petras will be in his second year as Iowa’s starter. Last season he overcame a rocky start to lead the Hawkeyes to wins in their final six games. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File)
Petras: Iowa opening with 2 ranked opponents is opportunity

By John Bohnenkamp Aug. 31, 2021 06:23 PM EDT

FILE - Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras sets up to pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Illinois in Champaign, Ill., in this Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, file photo. Petras will be in his second year as Iowa’s starter. Last season he overcame a rocky start to lead the Hawkeyes to wins in their final six games. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File)
Petras grows as leader entering 2nd year as Hawkeyes starter

By John Bohenekamp Aug. 13, 2021 07:05 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 quarterback Spencer Petras is pressured by Illinois defensive lineman Roderick Perry II during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Illinois Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, in Champaign, Ill. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
No. 24 Iowa scores 35 straight to beat Illinois 35-21

Terry Towery Dec. 05, 2020 07:24 PM EST

Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette carries the ball during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Illinois, Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, in Champaign, Ill. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Iowa at Illinois 12/5/2020

Dec. 05, 2020 05:33 PM EST

Iowa offensive lineman Justin Britt (63) lifts running back Tyler Goodson (15) in celebration after Goodson scored a touchdown against Minnesota during the first half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 13, 2020, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)
Iowa at Minnesota 11/13/2020

Nov. 13, 2020 08:49 PM EST