Iowa Beats Northwestern 24-10 in Football
Iowa's running game and a 96-yard kickoff return helped it defeat Northwestern on Saturday.
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This page covers college and professional football, including game outcomes, coaching staff changes, player contracts and draft activity. Reporting follows the sport from major stadium events to recruitment and team development across Iowa.
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November 7, 2026
St. Albert Falls 35-0 to West Sioux in QuarterfinalSt. Albert's 2026 season ends in the Class A state quarterfinal against No. 2 West Sioux in Hawarden.
November 7, 2026
Solon Downs West Delaware 23-14 in State QuarterfinalSolon remains undefeated after a come-from-behind win that sends the Spartans to the Class 3A semifinals against Algona.
November 6, 2026
Iowa's Boston Everitt Named Ray Guy Watch ListThe second-year punter is among the candidates for the nation's top collegiate punting honor this season.
November 5, 2026
Iowa Valley Routs Kee 54-6 in PlayoffsIowa Valley's Nolan Kriegel threw four touchdown passes as the Tigers advanced in the Eight-Player State Play-Offs.
November 3, 2026
Ferentz Slams ESPN Over CFP Ranking CoverageThe Iowa coach criticized the network's handling of the College Football Playoff rankings reveal ahead of Tuesday night's show.
November 3, 2026
Winter Expected to Miss Iowa at NorthwesternIowa starting center Cael Winter is expected to sit out Saturday's game at Northwestern with an undisclosed injury, with Michael Myslinski set to step in.
November 3, 2026
Martin, Hensley, Smith Earn Conference Weekly HonorsThree former KMAland athletes were recognized in weekly conference football awards announced Monday.
October 31, 2026
Valley Advances Past Dallas Center-Grimes in PlayoffsValley secured a 31-8 victory to move into the Iowa state quarterfinals.
October 29, 2026
Mississippi Athletic Conference Teams to Start PlayoffsFour teams from the Mississippi Athletic Conference head on the road to begin the IHSAA football playoffs on October 30, 2026.
October 28, 2026
Iowa State to Host No. 24 Oklahoma State SaturdayThe Cyclones prepare for a matchup against a top-25 ranked opponent this weekend.
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This section follows game results, athlete transfers, coaching transitions, and the business operations surrounding each program. Reporting spans from the university towns to the statewide fan base and administrative offices. Competitive play often hinges on the unique recruitment cycles and the shifting conference affiliations that define the season. Coaching stability and recruiting success are the most consistent drivers of stories in this environment.