2007 Iowa Hawkeyes football team

NCAATeamFootballSeason
Year=2007
Team=Iowa Hawkeyes


ImageSize=150
Conference=Big Ten Conference
Division=
ShortConference=Big Ten
CoachRank=
APRank=
Record=6-6
ConfRecord=4-4
HeadCoach=Kirk Ferentz
OffCoach=Ken O'Keefe
DefCoach=Norm Parker
OScheme=
DScheme=
StadiumArena=Kinnick Stadium
Champion=
BowlTourney=
BowlTourneyResult=The 2007 Iowa Hawkeyes football team represented the University of Iowa during the 2007 college football season. Heading into the season, several players left the team while several other players ran into criminal allegations. Following a disappointing 2006 season that included losses to Indiana, Northwestern and Minnesota, the team was coached by Kirk Ferentz and played their six home games at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.

Previous season

Entering 2006 ranked 16th in the AP Pollcite web|title = 2006 Associated Press NCAA Football Rankings - Week 1|url = http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/rankings?pollId=1&seasonYear=2006&weekNumber=1 |publisher = ESPN |date = |accessdate = 2007-08-23 ] and 17th in the Coaches Poll,cite web|title = 2006 USA Today NCAA Football Rankings - Week 1 |url = http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/rankings?pollId=2&seasonYear=2006&weekNumber=1 |publisher = ESPN |date = |accessdate = 2007-08-23 ] the Hawkeyes had high hopes for the season. Following victories over Montana, Syracuse, Iowa State and Illinois, the Hawkeyes were 4-0 heading into their game with top-ranked Ohio State. With tickets for the game going for $500 on eBay, the game was hyped as one of the biggest in Kinnick Stadium history.cite web|title = No. 13 Iowa gears up for historic night at Kinnick Stadium |url = http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/preview?confId=&gameId=262732294 |publisher = ESPN |date = |accessdate = 2007-08-23 ] But quarterback Drew Tate threw 3 interceptions, and the Hawkeyes lost 38–17. In total, Iowa had 4 turnovers while Ohio State had zero.cite web|title = Heisman display: Smith tosses 4 TDs as No. 1 Ohio State rocks Iowa |url = http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/recap?confId=&gameId=262732294 |publisher = ESPN |date = |accessdate = 2007-08-23 ]

Following the loss to Ohio State, Iowa proceeded to score a season-high 47 points in a victory over Purdue. But the most notable score came during the 4th quarter, when Adam Shada intercepted a Curtis Painter pass and returned it a school record 98-yards for the touchdown.cite web|title = Iowa blasts Purdue in first game since Ohio State drubbing |url = http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/recap?gameId=262802294&confId=null |publisher = ESPN |date = |accessdate = 2007-08-23 ] However, Iowa's joy would not last long, as the Hawkeyes were upset by Indiana only a week later. The 31–28 win was Indiana's biggest win since a victory over 9th-ranked Ohio State in 1987.cite web|title = Hardy reels in 3 TDs as Indiana shocks No. 15 Iowa |url = http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/recap?gameId=262870084&confId=null |publisher = ESPN |date = |accessdate = 2007-08-23 ]

From there, the season unraveled, and the Hawkeyes lost four of their remaining five games en route to a 6-6 record.cite web|title = Iowa 2006 Football Schedule/Results |url = http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/teamsched?teamId=2294&year=2006 |publisher = ESPN |date = |accessdate = 2007-08-23 ] However, the Hawkeyes came out against Texas in the 2006 Alamo Bowl with renewed energy, and quickly jumped out to a two touchdown lead. Later, after three straight Texas scores, Iowa once again took the lead 21–20. But it was not enough to win the game, as Texas won 26–24 behind the record-tying performance of freshman quarterback Colt McCoy.cite web|title = McCoy ties freshman TD mark in Horns' Alamo Bowl win |url = http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/recap?confId=&gameId=263642294 |publisher = ESPN |date = |accessdate = 2007-08-23 ]

Before the season

On April 20, 2007, it was announced by Ferentz that two players, Ryan Bain and Justin Edwards, were leaving the team. Both are planning on transferring to other schools.cite web|title = Bain, Edwards leaving Iowa |url = http://iowa.rivals.com/content.asp?cid=665797 |publisher = HawkeyeReport.com |date = 2007-04-20 |accessdate = 2007-08-23 ] Bain, who had 56 career tackles, was later found guilty on charges of disorderly conduct.cite web|title = Former UI football player found guilty of disorderly conduct |url = http://www.gazetteonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070601/SPORTS/70601009/1003/SPORTS |publisher = Cedar Rapids Gazette |date = 2007-06-01 |accessdate = 2007-08-23 ] About two months later, it was announced that Shonn Greene and Amari Spievey were no longer on the team. Greene, a junior running back, had 378 rushing yards and two touchdowns in his career.cite web|title = Greene, Spievey leaving Iowa |url = http://collegefootball.rivals.com/content.asp?cid=680716 |publisher = HawkeyeReport.com |date = 2007-06-06 |accessdate = 2007-08-23 ] Another month later, and it was announced that Lucas Cox and Marcus Wilson were leaving the team. Wilson, a sophomore defensive back, played in all 13 games in 2006 and recorded 21 tackles and one interception.cite web|title = Cox and Wilson Leave Hawkeyes |url =http://hawkeyesports.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/072607aab.html |publisher = HawkeyeSports.com |date = 2007-07-26 |accessdate = 2007-08-23 ] Earlier in July, senior defensive back Devan Moylan was given an additional year of eligibility. After suffering a leg injury in the fourth game of 2006 against Illinois, he applied for a medical hardship. Prior to the 2007 season, he had 28 tackles and one interception in his career.cite web|title = Moylan Granted Additional Year |url = http://hawkeyesports.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/071007aaa.html |publisher = HawkeyeSports.com |date = 2007-07-10 |accessdate = 2007-08-23 ]

Criminal charges

On August 20, 2007, two Hawkeye wide receivers were arrested and charged with the unauthorized use of a credit card. Dominique Douglas and Anthony Bowman, both sophomores, were suspended indefinitely by Ferentz following allegations that they bought more than $2,000 in merchandise with stolen credit cards. The crime is a felony, and if convicted, the two players can face up to five years in prison along with a $7,500 fine.cite web|title = Iowa wideouts Douglas, Bowman suspended after arrest |url = http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/news/story?id=2983050 |publisher = ESPN |date = 2007-08-20 |accessdate = 2007-08-23 ] Another player, Arvell Nelson, also experienced trouble with the law. Nelson posted a $545 bond for failure to appear in court after being charged with driving with a suspended license. He also paid a $390 fine for not having insurance.cite web|title = Backup quarterback Nelson posts bond |url = http://www.dmregister.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070822/SPORTS020502/708220401/1003/SPORTS&lead=1 |publisher = Des Moines Register |date = 2007-08-22 |accessdate = 2007-08-23 ]

Recruiting class

The Hawkeyes received 22 letters of intent on National Signing Day, February 7, 2007.College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Christian Ballard
position = DE
hometown = Lawrence, KS
highschool = Lawrence Free State HS
feet = 6
inches = 4
weight = 277
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commitdate = 2006-09-26
scout stars = 4
rivals stars = 4
espn grade = 79College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Jordan Bernstine
position = S
hometown = Des Moines, IA
highschool = Lincoln HS
feet = 5
inches = 11
weight = 200
40 = 4.42
commitdate = 2006-12-23
scout stars = 4
rivals stars = 4
espn grade = 78College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Broderick Binns
position = LB
hometown = St. Paul, MN
highschool = Cretin Durham Hall
feet = 6
inches = 2
weight = 235
40 = 4.70
commitdate = 2006-11-06
scout stars = 3
rivals stars = 3
espn grade = 78College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Bryan Bulaga
position = OG
hometown = Woodstock, IL
highschool = Marian Central Catholic HS
feet = 6
inches = 6
weight = 273
40 = 4.79
commitdate = 2006-05-20
scout stars = 4
rivals stars = 4
espn grade = 80College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Jacody Coleman
position = LB
hometown = Beaumont, TX
highschool = West Brook Senior HS
feet = 6
inches = 2
weight = 232
40 = 4.63
commitdate = 2006-12-17
scout stars = 2
rivals stars = 3
espn grade = 73College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Lebron Daniel
position = LB
hometown = Cleveland, OH
highschool = Glenville HS
feet = 6
inches = 2
weight = 223
40 = 4.84
commitdate = 2006-12-30
scout stars = 2
rivals stars = 3
espn grade = 40College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Mike Daniels
position = DE
hometown = Blackwood, NJ
highschool = Highland HS
feet = 6
inches = 1
weight = 230
40 = 4.60
commitdate = 2007-01-29
scout stars = 2
rivals stars = 2
espn grade = 40College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Bruce Davis
position = LB
hometown = Cleveland, OH
highschool = Glenville HS
feet = 5
inches = 11
weight = 230
40 = 4.70
commitdate = 2007-01-30
scout stars = 2
rivals stars = 3
espn grade = 65College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Cedric Everson
position = CB
hometown = Detroit, MI
highschool = Mumford HS
feet = 6
inches = 1
weight = 178
40 = 4.35
commitdate = 2007-02-07
scout stars = 4
rivals stars = 4
espn grade = 79College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Zach Furlong
position = TE
hometown = Xenia, OH
highschool = Xenia HS
feet = 6
inches = 5
weight = 214
40 = 4.72
commitdate = 2006-12-11
scout stars = 2
rivals stars = 2
espn grade = 73College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Adam Gettis
position = DE
hometown = Frankfort, IL
highschool = Lincoln-Way East HS
feet = 6
inches = 3
weight = 233
40 = 4.90
commitdate = 2006-11-27
scout stars = 2
rivals stars = 2
espn grade = 71College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Cody Hundertmark
position = DT
hometown = Humboldt, IA
highschool = Humboldt HS
feet = 6
inches = 4
weight = 266
40 = 4.78
commitdate = 2006-05-06
scout stars = 3
rivals stars = 3
espn grade = 71College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Marvin McNutt
position = QB
hometown = Florissant, MO
highschool = Hazelwood Central HS
feet = 6
inches = 3
weight = 183
40 = 4.60
commitdate = 2006-07-09
scout stars = 3
rivals stars = 3
espn grade = 77College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Diaunate Morrow
position = S
hometown = Lakewood, OH
highschool = St. Edward HS
feet = 6
inches = 0
weight = 182
40 = 4.65
commitdate = 2006-12-13
scout stars = 3
rivals stars = 4
espn grade = 65College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Dezman Moses
position = LB
hometown = Willingboro, NJ
highschool = Willingboro HS
feet = 6
inches = 2
weight = 214
40 = 4.60
commitdate = 2006-11-22
scout stars = 2
rivals stars = 2
espn grade = 40College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Tyler Nielsen
position = LB
hometown = Humboldt, IA
highschool = Humboldt HS
feet = 6
inches = 4
weight = 213
40 = 4.50
commitdate = 2006-05-10
scout stars = 4
rivals stars = 3
espn grade = 78College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Jevon Pugh
position = RB
hometown = Naples, FL
highschool = Naples HS
feet = 5
inches = 10
weight = 210
40 = 4.60
commitdate = 2007-01-30
scout stars = 2
rivals stars = 3
espn grade = 68College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Allen Reisner
position = TE
hometown = Marion, IA
highschool = Marion HS
feet = 6
inches = 3
weight = 215
40 = 4.70
commitdate = 2007-02-03
scout stars = 2
rivals stars = 2
espn grade = 40College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Colin Sandeman
position = WR
hometown = Bettendorf, IA
highschool = Bettendort HS
feet = 6
inches = 1
weight = 188
40 = 4.52
commitdate = 2006-05-06
scout stars = 3
rivals stars = 3
espn grade = 76College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Tyler Sash
position = S
hometown = Oskaloosa, IA
highschool = Oskaloosa HS
feet = 6
inches = 1
weight = 191
40 = 4.56
commitdate = 2006-08-03
scout stars = 3
rivals stars = 3
espn grade = 69College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Abe Satterfield
position = CB
hometown = Erie, PA
highschool = Cathedral Prepatory School
feet = 6
inches = 1
weight = 283
40 = 4.40
commitdate = 2006-08-14
scout stars = 2
rivals stars = 2
espn grade = 67College Athlete Recruit Entry
recruit = Markus Zusevics
position = OT
hometown = Arlington Heights, IL
highschool = Prospect HS
feet = 6
inches = 5
weight = 258
40 = 4.80
commitdate = 2007-01-04
scout stars = 3
rivals stars = 3
espn grade = 78College Athlete Recruit End
40 = yes
year = 2007
rivals ref title = Iowa Commit List for 2007
scout ref title = Scout.com: Football Recruiting
espn ref title = Recruit Tracker 2007
rivals school = 31
scout s = 8
espn schoolid = 2294
scout overall = 37
rivals overall = 22
accessdate = 2007-07-05
collapse = yes

Awards

* Kenny Iwebema::First-team all-Big Ten - Rivals.comcite web|title = Rivals.com Preseason All-Big Ten Teams |url = http://sports.yahoo.com/ncaaf/news?slug=rivals-150718&prov=rivals&type=lgns |publisher = Rivals.com |date = 2007-08-16 |accessdate = 2007-08-24 ] ::First-team all-Big Ten - CFN.comcite web|title = 2007 Big 10 Preview CFN All-Big 10 Team |url = http://cfn.scout.com/2/658431.html |publisher = CFN.com |date = 2007-07-16 |accessdate = 2007-08-24 ]

* Mitch King::First-team all-Big Ten - Rivals.com::Second-team all-Big Ten - Athlon Sports

* Bryan Mattison::First-team all-Big Ten - Athlon Sportscite web|title = 2007 All-Big Ten teams |url = http://www.athlonsports.com/college-football/10862/2007-all-big-ten-teams |publisher = Athlon Sports |date = |accessdate = 2007-08-24 ] ::Second-team all-Big Ten - Rivals.com::Second-team all-Big Ten - CFN.com

* Mike Klinkenborg::Lott Trophy watch listcite web|title = 42 Collegiate Standouts Named to Lott Trophy Watch List |url = http://www.thelotttrophy.com/News.7448.7449.html |publisher = The Lott Trophy |date =2007-04-02 |accessdate = 2007-07-05 ] ::Bednarik Award watch listcite web|title = Bednarik Award watch list |url = http://www.maxwellfootballclub.org/content/awards/watch_list_full.htm#Bednarik%20Award |publisher = Maxwell Football Club |date = |accessdate = 2007-09-02 ] ::Second-team all-Big Ten - Rivals.com::Second-team all-Big Ten - CFN.com::Second-team all-Big Ten - Athlon Sports

* Tony Moeaki::Mackey Award watch listcite web|title = Moeaki Named to Mackey Watch List |url = http://hawkeyesports.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/072407aaa.html |publisher = HawkeyeSports.com |date = 2007-07-24 |accessdate = 2007-08-08 ]

* Albert Young::Second-team all-Big Ten - CFN.com::Second-team all-Big Ten - Athlon Sports

* Dace Richardson::Second-team all-Big Ten - Rivals.com::Second-team all-Big Ten - Athlon Sports

* Matt Kroul::Second-team all-Big Ten - Athlon Sports

* Adam Shada::Third-team all-Big Ten - Athlon Sports

* Rafael Eubanks::Rimington Trophy watch listcite web|title = Eubanks Named to Rimington Watch List |url = http://hawkeyesports.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/050307aag.html |publisher = HawkeyeSports.com |date = 2007-05-03 |accessdate = 2007-08-23 ] ::Second-team all-Big Ten - Athlon Sports

* Seth Olsen::Third-team all-Big Ten - Athlon Sports

chedule

CFB Schedule Entry
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date = 09/22/2007
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chedule notes

Due to the Big Ten's rotating schedule, Iowa will not play either Michigan or Ohio State in 2007. Instead, Iowa will play Michigan State and Penn State, two teams that the Hawkeyes have not played against since 2004.

Iowa's schedule was ranked as the 9th toughest (or 3rd easiest) in the Big Ten by SI.com.cite web|title = Big Ten schedule rankings |url = http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2007/football/ncaa/06/18/schedules.bigten/2.html |publisher = SI.com |date = 2007-06-21|accessdate = 2007-07-05 ]

Players

Depth chart

This is the depth chart released by the University of Iowa on August 24, 2007.cite web|title = 2007 Football Depth Chart: Offense |url = http://www.hawkmania.com/data/doc46a76b17a91fe579007431.txt |publisher = HawkMania.com |date = 2007-08-24 |accessdate = 2007-08-25 ] cite web|title = 2007 Football Depth Chart: Defense |url = http://www.hawkmania.com/data/doc46a7620279d68627770089.txt |publisher = HawkMania.com |date = 2007-08-24 |accessdate = 2007-08-25 ] cite web|title = 2007 Football Depth Chart: Special Teams |url = http://www.hawkmania.com/data/doc46a76cca70ef7480221459.txt |publisher = HawkMania.com |date = 2007-08-24 |accessdate = 2007-08-25 ]

Defense

Defensively, the Hawkeyes return eight starters from 2006.cite web|title = 2007 NCAA Football Preview - Iowa |url = http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/football/ncaa/specials/preview/2007/teams/iowa.html |publisher = SI.com |date = |accessdate = 2007-08-26 ]

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Game notes

Northern Illinois

Linescore Amfootball
Road=Hawkeyes
R1=0
R2=13
R3=3
R4=0
Home=Huskies
H1=0
H2=3
H3=0
H4=0Playing in Soldier Field in Chicago, the Hawkeyes defeated the Northern Illinois Huskies 16–3. Albert Young ran for 144 yards and a touchdown as Iowa's defense kept the Huskies from scoring a touchdown. Damian Sims also made his mark by running for 110 yards. The Hawkeyes held Northern Illinois to 21 yards rushing, and Charles Godfrey intercepted two Dan Nicholson passes. Sophomore quarterback Jake Christensen opened the season with 133 yards and one touchdown.

Syracuse

Linescore Amfootball
Road=Orange
R1=0
R2=0
R3=0
R4=0
Home=Hawkeyes
H1=14
H2=14
H3=7
H4=0Behind a strong defensive performance, the Hawkeyes shut out the Syracuse Orange at Kinnick Stadium. Rebounding from a shaky performance against Northern Illinois, Christensen threw for 278 yards and four touchdowns, three of them to tight end Tony Moeaki. On special teams, Kenny Iwebema blocked two field goals to help preserve the worst loss for Syracuse coach Greg Robinson in his tenure with the Orange. After the game, Syracuse running back Curtis Brinkley said:

The 35-point loss was Syracuse's most-lopsided since a 51–14 loss to Georgia Tech in the 2004 Champs Sports Bowl.

Iowa State

Linescore Amfootball
Road=Hawkeyes
R1=0
R2=0
R3=10
R4=3
Home=Cyclones
H1=6
H2=6
H3=0
H4=3
Iowa State kicked its way to a 15-13 victory in Ames.

Wisconsin

Linescore Amfootball
Road=Hawkeyes
R1=0
R2=10
R3=0
R4=3
Home=Badgers
H1=0
H2=7
H3=0
H4=10Iowa's defense forced three Wisconsin turnovers, but could not hold off the Badgers' 4th quarter rally, losing 17–13.

Indiana

Linescore Amfootball
Road=Hoosiers
R1=7
R2=14
R3=7
R4=10
Home=Hawkeyes
H1=0
H2=7
H3=6
H4=7Iowa was unable to contain a scoring explosion from Indiana, including three early touchdowns by Hoosier quarterback Kellen Lewis. Iowa added to its difficulties with penalties and breakdowns in pass protection. Although quarterback Jake Christensen passed for 308 yards and three touchdowns, he was sacked nine times, including four by Jammie Kirlew. The Hawkeyes also missed two field goals and an extra point.

Penn State

Linescore Amfootball
Road=Hawkeyes
R1=0
R2=0
R3=0
R4=7
Home=Nittany Lions
H1=0
H2=13
H3=7
H4=7Quarterback Jake Christensen was sacked twice, and the Hawkeyes were held scoreless until Trey Stross' 4th quarter touchdown reception in a 27–7 loss on the road at Penn State.cite web|title=Penn State shuts down Iowa|url=http://www.sportingnews.com/yourturn/viewtopic.php?t=286754|publisher=The Sporting News|date=2007-10-06|accessdate=2007-10-06]

Illinois

Linescore Amfootball
Road=Fighting Illini
R1=3
R2=0
R3=3
R4=0
Home=Hawkeyes
H1=0
H2=3
H3=7
H4=0Entering the game, Iowa had lost eight straight Big Ten games, with their last win a 47–17 decision over Purdue on October 7, 2006.cite web|title = (18) Illinois vs. Iowa|url = http://sports.yahoo.com/ncaaf/preview?gid=200710130028|publisher = Yahoo! Sports|date = |accessdate = 2007-10-18] Illinois, however, entered the game ranked 18th in the country, and was looking to become bowl eligible with a win over the Hawkeyes.

From the very beginning, the game was a defensive one. The Hawkeyes held Illinois running back Rashard Mendenhall to 67 yards, and slowed the nation's fifth-best rushing offense to 137 yards total.cite web|title = Iowa 10, (18) Illinois 6|url = http://sports.yahoo.com/ncaaf/recap?gid=200710130028|publisher = Yahoo! Sports|date = 2007-10-13|accessdate = 2007-10-18] But the Illinois defense remained strong against the run, and held the Hawkeyes to a three yards per rush average.cite web|title = Iowa 10, Illinois 6|url = http://sports.yahoo.com/ncaaf/boxscore;_ylt=Ah8RHIt8Fd36ZxkMJXatBDXyvbYF?gid=200710130028|publisher = Yahoo! Sports|date = 2007-10-13|accessdate = 2007-10-18]

Illinois did not trail until late in the third quarter, when Iowa quarterback Jake Christensen found tight end Brandon Myers down the middle for the touchdown. With the score at 10–6 in favor of the Hawkeyes, the Illini made a switch to Eddie McGee at quarterback, after starter Isiah Williams had a fumble recovered by Iowa. With McGee in, the Illini appeared to have stunned the Kinnick Stadium crowd with an 83-yard touchdown pass, but it was called back due to an Illinois penalty.

Despite the penalty, Illinois was not done. On Illinois' final drive, McGee drove the Illini down to the Iowa 12 with passes of 28 and 24 yards to Arrelious Benn. But with 1:12 left in the game, a McGee pass was intercepted at the goal line by Iowa's Brett Greenwood. The win was Iowa's first over a ranked team since 2005.

Purdue

Linescore Amfootball
Road=Hawkeyes
R1=3
R2=0
R3=3
R4=0
Home=Boilermakers
H1=7
H2=7
H3=7
H4=10

Michigan State

Linescore Amfootball
Road=Spartans
R1=7
R2=10
R3=0
R4=3
R5=7
R6=0
Home=Hawkeyes
H1=0
H2=3
H3=14
H4=3
H5=7
H6=7

Northwestern

Linescore Amfootball
Road=Hawkeyes
R1=0
R2=7
R3=7
R4=14
Home=Wildcats
H1=14
H2=0
H3=3
H4=0

Minnesota

Linescore Amfootball
Road=Golden Gophers
R1=0
R2=10
R3=0
R4=6
Home=Hawkeyes
H1=14
H2=7
H3=0
H4=0

Western Michigan

Linescore Amfootball
Road=Broncos
R1=12
R2=7
R3=6
R4=3
Home=Hawkeyes
H1=0
H2=6
H3=7
H4=6
Mid-American Conference member Western Michigan surprised the Hawkeyes, 28-19, in Iowa City.

See also

* Iowa Hawkeyes
* Iowa Hawkeyes football
* University of Iowa

References