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Iowa's star player is CB Desmond King and he has eight starters back,
To make the voices stop?What is this man's motive?
Hawks just have to win two games: the first six and the last six.Half the season, got it.The key game may be the first 6 weeks for Iowa
What on earth is the connection between any of that?Iowa lost inspirational leader RB Jordan Canzeri for the 2016 season. So, does TE George Kittle fill the void in 2015?
In his first four seasons in Iowa City, Canzeri never made it completely through a season. While Kittle plays a different position, the same is true for Kittle, so the key to the 2016 season, in part, is the health and how much George Kittle can breakout in 2016. Can he make it through a 12 game regular season in one piece?
As we know, TE is limited in experience and Iowa has completely new parts at FB, as does Michigan for that matter. Kittle needs to play more than 400 snaps this year, unlike 2015, when he made 20 catches for 6 touchdowns.
If he didn't have a way to post these, he'd be writing them anyway.What is this man's motive?
If he didn't have a way to post these, he'd be writing them anyway.What is this man's motive?
This appears to be a one of a kind type match up.
Some very overstated views read already, but clearly, Iowa is looking in the mirror a little in this game, but two separate vantage points.
Iowa doesn't have the success that North Dakota State has as a small college, Division II or FCS program. The Bison on the field and off appear to mirror Iowa as a developmental program, that seeks to do it the right way.
Iowa has basically always played on the major football level. Yes, we played Grinnell in our early years.
We are 2-0 against North Dakota State. I don't believe they ever scored a point against us in those two games.
How things have changed entering 2016, this game at Kinnick.
It should be an interesting game. If it becomes a close game, watch out, Kirk Ferentz and Iowa might be playing with fire, if they don't simply pull away.
I expect an Iowa win. I expect ND State to score in this one.
Enjoy the game, if headed to Kinnick. It was a fun one last Saturday. In many ways, wish I could be at this one, but other plans.
On Iowa!
Clearly!Some very overstated views read already, but clearly, Iowa is looking in the mirror a little in this game, but two separate vantage points.
And we beat the pants off 'em!Iowa has basically always played on the major football level. Yes, we played Grinnell in our early years.
.Very sad to hear about Matt VandeBerg. No secret that I held him in high regard. This year's captain to lose his senior senior.
Next Man In
@jbincr knows him and says he's pretty normal in person. Something just happens when he addresses the keyboard.Has it been discussed if he has any serious mental limitations? If so, it's a skosh less entertaining.
Lol. No.@jbincr knows him and says he's pretty normal in person. Something just happens when he addresses the keyboard.Has it been discussed if he has any serious mental limitations? If so, it's a skosh less entertaining.
It was 1974 when I became a Hawkeye fan, attending my first game at Kinnick, an upset win over UCLA. Iowa was 0-1, after an ugly game in Ann Arbor.
Today, the Hawkeyes are a fragile program. Coming off a 12-0 season for the first time, Iowa lacks the sync of last year.
It found ways to win. This is, Iowa has struggled in almost every phase of the game.
It is important that 11 parts are all in sync. Further, officiating appears off in 2016, as well.
Plenty to scratch one's head. The concerns of coaches scratching their hind ends have returned, with two losses in 2016.
The Wisconsin game is a huge hurdle. It was in 2015, as well. In many ways, the Badgers have owned Iowa's number, since that 31-30 loss in 2010.
Iowa won 10-6 last year, but it didn't appear either team had much ability on offense. It was one of C.J. Beathard's least effective games, but a win.
The difference in success and failure, often begins at QB. Wisconsin has a freshman at the helm. Iowa, a fifth year senior, who has appeared out of sync, especially in Iowa's two losses.
Clearly, QB is the key ... and it requires the offensive lines to provide the opportunities for success.
Iowa is 2-0 in trophy games. 6-0, since C.J. Beathard took over the helm in 2015.
How healthy is the Iowa QB position this week?
How staple will the Wisconsin QB be after two road starts and a 1-2 start in the Big Ten?
Iowa vs. Wisconsin is typically competitive. As a series, 43-43 is impressive. Unlike Minnesota, Iowa is .500 in this one.
50/50 odds, as field goal underdog.
Can Iowa pull off the 11 a.m. start?
Will Wisconsin have a hangover, similar to the hangover Iowa had against North Dakota State. Iowa performed enough in the 11 a.m. trophy game at Minnesota.
Iowa has lost two straight at Kinnick. Three straight at Kinnick against Wisconsin.
I am not going to be tuned into the game. I hope that toughest make three straight losses in 2016.
Keep the faith. The Hawkeye family needs to step up against the Badgers. The 2010 game still lingers in the heads of many Hawkeye fans. I actually gave up my season tickets, after 2010.
It is great to hear about the continued improvements at Kinnick Stadium. The North endzone brings back years of memories, as do all four corners/sides of Kinnick.
I - O - W - A
The Hawkeyes need to find a way. They did in Madison last year, with a recovery of a fumble. Winning the 50/50 balls and finding a way will be important on Saturday.
The seniors and captains need to take charge. Desmond King, the secondary, linebackers need to clean up for the D-Line. The best defense will be a solid offensive performance.
Kirk Ferentz is 2-0 head to head against Paul Chryst, the head coach. Chryst, the OC, got last laugh at Kinnick in 2010.
On Iowa!
50/50 odds, as field goal underdog.
Can Iowa pull off the 11 a.m. start?
Winning the 50/50 balls and finding a way will be important on Saturday.
LOLIowa has lost two straight at Kinnick. Three straight at Kinnick against Wisconsin.
I am not going to be tuned into the game. I hope that toughest make three straight losses in 2016.
Keep the faith. The Hawkeye family needs to step up against the Badgers. The 2010 game still lingers in the heads of many Hawkeye fans. I actually gave up my season tickets, after 2010.
It is great to hear about the continued improvements at Kinnick Stadium. The North endzone brings back years of memories, as do all four corners/sides of Kinnick.
I - O - W - A
Plenty to scratch one's head. The concerns of coaches scratching their hind ends have returned, with two losses in 2016."Plenty to scratch one's head"
Everyone knows you never go HTA.Plenty to scratch one's head. The concerns of coaches scratching their hind ends have returned, with two losses in 2016."Plenty to scratch one's head"
That's a lot of scratching.
Well synced scratching.Plenty to scratch one's head. The concerns of coaches scratching their hind ends have returned, with two losses in 2016."Plenty to scratch one's head"
That's a lot of scratching.
Or ATHTA.Everyone knows you never go HTA.Plenty to scratch one's head. The concerns of coaches scratching their hind ends have returned, with two losses in 2016."Plenty to scratch one's head"
That's a lot of scratching.
My favorite:It's impossible to pick my favorite part of that. It may be his masterpiece. I read it twice.
@MikeyJoeDon't tread on me ... Liberty is a funny thing. A lot of people moved from their seats after INT, but not all left, as others mentioned.
What matters ... is the finish and it was a another great one, since 1974.
In a "fans left the Michigan game early" thread.
@MikeyJoeDon't tread on me ... Liberty is a funny thing. A lot of people moved from their seats after INT, but not all left, as others mentioned.
What matters ... is the finish and it was a another great one, since 1974, when Rob Fick was the starting quarterback.
Tears.In a "fans left the Michigan game early" thread.
@MikeyJoeDon't tread on me ... Liberty is a funny thing. A lot of people moved from their seats after INT, but not all left, as others mentioned.
What matters ... is the finish and it was a another great one, since 1974.
fwiw peace
Can Kirk Ferentz win #3 or even join Evy ...
Iowa Football ...
Evy and the youth and success of the 1950s ...
Evy, the AD, and the chaos and turmoil of the 1960s.
19 years of darkness ...
3 coaches that found happiness in Happy Valley and were a part in the on the field decline of Joe Pa and Penn State ..
6 to 4 in 2004, with Drew Tate, as QB. Iowa beats Ohio State 33-6 (do I have right score).
The State of Iowa Football ...
Let's remain positive, with the potential for upward success. It wasn't going to continue with former Texas OC Greg Davis.
He was far more successful north of the Mason-Dixon line than Gene Chizik, but he wasn't the right fit for Iowa nor the Big Ten. He clearly enjoyed teaching and his relationship with C.J. Beathard was positive.
Iowa isn't competitive against Penn State. It wouldn't matter, if it was Ken O'Keefe or Greg Davis. O'Keefe couldn't get it done vs. OSU and Davis did bring something to the series vs. Urban Meyer, but neither could jump over the hurdle.
Recruiting is part of it. Iowa had some good parts in the final run of Hayden Fry, but lacked at OC and in the trenches ultimately.
Kirk Ferentz is entering an important window in Year 19. Iowa can't afford a Year 20 like Fry or like Ferentz in 2012.
However, the next two years are going to be interesting and important.
It starts with the final parts for the Class of 2017 and the new coaching staff, new and old, that Kirk Ferentz will assemble.
I do believe Iowa will have a window to beat Wisconsin or another I am a giant douche West foe for a 2nd division title.
The 2015 team went 12-0, but it wasn't close to being the most talented Iowa team, but it was up there with 2002 with output in the win column.
The back to back wins over ISU was special. Getting Michigan and Nebrantska (first in 35 years) was too!
Kirk Ferentz, except for the 1990 and 1991 high marks, has been a part of the 1981 to 2016 successes. He has been a part of some lows, as well, but he has left the program far more memorable, than not.
It took Dr. Tom Osborne a long time to reach the highest marks. The 2015 season at Iowa came a minute away from a CFP birth.
Wow, Year 2 of the CFP was almost a huge quest for a rural, fly over state.
I for one am happy with 2017 and the hope of this program. It may crash and burn, but there is some life in Iowa.
Thank goodness Iowa Hayden Fry didn't retire, after the 1995 season and his monumental Sun Bowl win.
#Until
lol wat?Kirk Ferentz is entering an important window in Year 19. Iowa can't afford a Year 20 like Fry or like Ferentz in 2012.
From another thread:
fwiw peace
Can Kirk Ferentz win #3 or even join Evy ...
Iowa Football ...
Evy and the youth and success of the 1950s ...
Evy, the AD, and the chaos and turmoil of the 1960s.
19 years of darkness ...
3 coaches that found happiness in Happy Valley and were a part in the on the field decline of Joe Pa and Penn State ..
6 to 4 in 2004, with Drew Tate, as QB. Iowa beats Ohio State 33-6 (do I have right score).
The State of Iowa Football ...
Let's remain positive, with the potential for upward success. It wasn't going to continue with former Texas OC Greg Davis.
He was far more successful north of the Mason-Dixon line than Gene Chizik, but he wasn't the right fit for Iowa nor the Big Ten. He clearly enjoyed teaching and his relationship with C.J. Beathard was positive.
Iowa isn't competitive against Penn State. It wouldn't matter, if it was Ken O'Keefe or Greg Davis. O'Keefe couldn't get it done vs. OSU and Davis did bring something to the series vs. Urban Meyer, but neither could jump over the hurdle.
Recruiting is part of it. Iowa had some good parts in the final run of Hayden Fry, but lacked at OC and in the trenches ultimately.
Kirk Ferentz is entering an important window in Year 19. Iowa can't afford a Year 20 like Fry or like Ferentz in 2012.
However, the next two years are going to be interesting and important.
It starts with the final parts for the Class of 2017 and the new coaching staff, new and old, that Kirk Ferentz will assemble.
I do believe Iowa will have a window to beat Wisconsin or another I am a giant douche West foe for a 2nd division title.
The 2015 team went 12-0, but it wasn't close to being the most talented Iowa team, but it was up there with 2002 with output in the win column.
The back to back wins over ISU was special. Getting Michigan and Nebrantska (first in 35 years) was too!
Kirk Ferentz, except for the 1990 and 1991 high marks, has been a part of the 1981 to 2016 successes. He has been a part of some lows, as well, but he has left the program far more memorable, than not.
It took Dr. Tom Osborne a long time to reach the highest marks. The 2015 season at Iowa came a minute away from a CFP birth.
Wow, Year 2 of the CFP was almost a huge quest for a rural, fly over state.
I for one am happy with 2017 and the hope of this program. It may crash and burn, but there is some life in Iowa.
Thank goodness Iowa Hayden Fry didn't retire, after the 1995 season and his monumental Sun Bowl win.
#Until
If you don't understand what he's saying then there's no way I can explain it to you.lol wat?Kirk Ferentz is entering an important window in Year 19. Iowa can't afford a Year 20 like Fry or like Ferentz in 2012.
This is what happens when semi-literates have access to a keyboard.