Iowa quarterback Mark Gronowski looked like star and then almost certainly turned into a bust during open practice.

Kids and their families swarmed Kinnick Stadium Saturday for the chance to meet some players and have some of their favorite Hawkeye gear signed by players and coaches. The day also provides a chance for the 2025 Kid Captains to meet the team and get their own personal tour of the stadium.

Mark Gronowski transferred to Iowa this season, following a decorated career with SDSU. Now, a Hurley, South Dakota native is set to be QB1. Chase Mason won a high

Players and coaches continue to rave about Mark Gronowski’s ability to lead the Iowa offense. “I’m on the train. I’m sold on (Mark Gronowski),” said Kirk Ferentz, Iowa football’s head coach. “Again, mostly just so impressed with the way he operates and the way he carries himself.

Former Michigan tight end and current Big Ten Network analyst Jake Butt spoke out with his thoughts about Gronowski. He seems a comparison between the Hawkeyes' new quarterback and former Ohio State Buckeyes star signal caller JT Barrett.

South Dakota State football averaged 36 points per game in 2024, ranking fourth in the FCS. With the arrival of new head coach Dan Jackson and the departure of several key contributors, the Jackrabbits offense enters 2025 with a fresh look.

Cy-Hawk Talk returns! Iowa beat reporter Ethan Petrik and Iowa State beat reporter Ben Hutchens share three bold predictions for the upcoming football season and preview Ben’s t