Yes, hate the names of the two new divisions as much as everyone else. How did that atrocity happen? I don't know, let's not talk about it anymore and just move on to the fact that the Nebraska Cornhuskers are here now, and they arrived just in time to strengthen the Big Ten. At the exact same time that the Ohio State Buckeyes deteriorate into a real life college football … [Read more...] about Big 10 Football Power Rankings: 2011 Inaugural Edition
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Iowa Hawkeyes Land Pair on Preseason All-American Teams
Can college football season get here already? Well, I know it's get closer when media releases like this hit my inbox. Two University of Iowa football players earned preseason All-America recognition. Offensive lineman Riley Reiff has been named Playboy preseason All-America first team. Reiff and wide receiver Marvin McNutt, Jr., (Isn't that the most fun name you've ever … [Read more...] about Iowa Hawkeyes Land Pair on Preseason All-American Teams
#18 Iowa vs. Ball State: Brutally Honest Game Preview
Poor Ball State. They're getting the Iowa Hawkeyes at the exact wrong time. The Hawks were upset in the late night desert air by Arizona, and now they need wins with huge style points to compensate for how far they fell in the national rankings. Critics of Iowa say the team, and the state itself, is boring. I disagree. Iowa provided the setting for "Field of Dreams" and "The … [Read more...] about #18 Iowa vs. Ball State: Brutally Honest Game Preview
Kirk Ferentz Talks Rivalries, Offensive Performances and a Stout Defense
Was it coach speak or was he serious? It's difficult to say with some coaches. With Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz, you tend to believe him. In his post game press conference he was asked about the score of the game and whether he was surprised at how well his team played, or whether or not he thought Iowa State just wasn't that big of a challenge. His answer, needless … [Read more...] about Kirk Ferentz Talks Rivalries, Offensive Performances and a Stout Defense