Iowa Hawkeyes
Court: Black ex-Hawkeyes can proceed with parts of lawsuit

May. 06, 2021 07:06 PM EDT
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — A federal lawsuit brought by a group of former Iowa football players alleging staff members mistreated Black players will move forward,...

FILE - New Orleans Saints running back Ladell Betts (46) plays during an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, in this Sunday, Nov. 21, 2010, file photo. Ladell Betts says Iowa City has changed a lot in the 20 years since he wrapped up his college career, what with all the new housing areas, hotels, coffee shops and restaurants. As for the Iowa football program, he says, it was like stepping back in time when he arrived this spring as the new running backs coach. (AP Photo/Bill Haber, File)
Seahawks Saints Nov-2010

Apr. 30, 2021 02:37 AM EDT

FILE - In this Saturday, Sept. 29, 2001, file photo, Iowa's Ladell Betts (46) celebrates with teammates Erik Jensen, center, and David Porter, left, after scoring a touchdown against Penn State during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Iowa City, Iowa. Ladell Betts says Iowa City has changed a lot in the 20 years since he wrapped up his college career, what with all the new housing areas, hotels, coffee shops and restaurants. As for the Iowa football program, he says, it was like stepping back in time when he arrived this spring as the new running backs coach. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)
Ladell Betts takes step back in time with return to Hawkeyes

By Eric Olson Apr. 30, 2021 02:36 AM EDT

FILE - Michigan wide receiver Cornelius Johnson (6) rushes after making a catch to score a touchdown in the fourth quarter of an NCAA college football game against Michigan State in Ann Arbor, Mich., in this Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019, file photo. Johnson had 16 receptions for 254 yards and a team-high three touchdowns last year and has a shot to at least double his production in each category this season. (AP Photo/Tony Ding, File)
14 Big Ten players poised to break out in 2021

By Eric Olson Apr. 26, 2021 04:30 PM EDT

FILE - Ohio State quarterback Jack Miller throws on the sideline during an NCAA college spring football game in Columbus, Ohio, in this Saturday, April 17, 2021, file photo. With two-time Big Ten player of the year Justin Fields departing for the NFL, returning backups C.J. Stroud and Jack Miller III and five-star January enrollee Kyle McCord took the snaps in spring practice. Stroud was believed to be the front-runner entering the spring, but coach Ryan Day said a starter might not be determined until the week of the Sept. 2 opener at Minnesota.(AP Photo/Paul Vernon, File)
Ohio State among 5 Big Ten teams auditioning quarterbacks

By Eric Olson Apr. 26, 2021 03:46 PM EDT

World's Largest Truckstop owners endow Iowa football program

Mar. 29, 2021 11:30 AM EDT
IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — The couple who own a massive Interstate 80 travel center in eastern Iowa have donated $10 million to fund the Iowa football program and...

FILE - Iowa running back Ladell Betts breaks a tackle by Indiana's Greg Yeldell, background left, during a 29-yard touchdown run in the second quarter in Iowa City, Iowa, in this Saturday, Oct. 23, 1999, file photo. Ladell Betts will return to Iowa to coach running backs and George Barnett has been hired to coach the Hawkeyes' offensive line, coach Kirk Ferentz announced Monday, March 15, 2021. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)
Betts returning to Iowa as assistant; Barnett new line coach

Mar. 15, 2021 02:55 PM EDT

2 Iowa assistant coaches leaving; lineman passes on 5th year

Feb. 10, 2021 04:30 PM EST
IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — Iowa running backs coach Derrick Foster and offensive line coach Tim Polasek are leaving for other jobs and offensive lineman Mark...

FILE - In this Dec. 12, 2020, file photo, Minnesota head coach P.J. Fleck yells instructions during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Nebraska in Lincoln, Neb. Fleck and other college coaches across the country communicated with recruits via Zoom and offered virtual campus tours to prospects as pandemic-imposed restrictions prevented face-to-face contact. (AP Photo/Nati Harnik, File)
Virtual recruiting strategies could stay after pandemic ends

By Steve Megargee Feb. 04, 2021 05:20 PM EST

FILE - Ohio State head coach Ryan Day watches during the first half of the Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football game against Clemson in Glendale, Ariz., in this Saturday, Dec. 28, 2019, file photo. The National signing day period begins Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, File)
Terps' hope top-20 recruit class brings improvement on field

By Eric Olson Feb. 03, 2021 06:28 PM EST

Lea hires David Raih as Vanderbilt's offensive coordinator

Feb. 02, 2021 05:53 PM EST
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Vanderbilt coach Clark Lea has hired David Raih as his offensive coordinator and wide receivers coach. Lea also...

Alabama quarterback Mac Jones passes against Ohio State during the second half of an NCAA College Football Playoff national championship game, Monday, Jan. 11, 2021, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
AP Top 25 Reality Check: Wrapping up 2020, looking to 2021

By Ralph D. Russo Jan. 12, 2021 12:29 PM EST

FILE - In this Oct. 9, 2004, file photo, Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops celebrates the Sooners 12-0 win over Texas, in Dallas. Heisman Trophy winner Carson Palmer and former Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops are among the 13 former players and coaches who make up the latest College Football Hall of Fame class. The National Football Foundation announced the newly elected hall of famers Monday, Jan. 11, 2021. This class will be inducted in December. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez, File)
Carson Palmer, Bob Stoops lead college Hall of Fame class

By Ralph D. Russo Jan. 11, 2021 12:58 PM EST

Iowa defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon, right, rushes up field during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Michigan State, Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020, in Iowa City, Iowa. Nixon was selected to The Associated Press All-America first-team defense, Monday, Dec. 28, 2020. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Iowa All-America DT Daviyon Nixon to declare for NFL draft

Dec. 30, 2020 07:35 PM EST

Iowa defensive back Dane Belton (4) celebrates with teammate Tyler Goodson (15) at the end of an NCAA college football game against Wisconsin, Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, in Iowa City, Iowa. Iowa won 28-7. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Music City Bowl between Iowa and Missouri canceled

By The Associated Press Dec. 27, 2020 04:31 PM EST

FILE - Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins (23) runs back an interception for a score against South Florida during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Tampa, Fla., in this Friday, Oct. 23, 2020, file photo. Zaven Collins is a small-town player with big-time talent. He was overlooked after a stellar high school career in Hominy, Okla., a town with about 3,500 people. He’s got the nation’s attention now -- the 6-foot-4, 260-pound linebacker is a finalist for the Butkus and Nagurski Awards. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara, File)
Tulsa LB Zaven Collins wins Nagurski Trophy

The Associated Press Dec. 23, 2020 02:56 PM EST

FILE - In this Oct. 24, 2020, file photo, Purdue quarterback Aidan O'Connell (16) is sacked by Iowa defensive linemen Jack Heflin (96) and Chauncey Golston (57) during the fourth quarter of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind. Heflin is right where he always wanted to be. Heflin has turned his childhood aspirations into reality, suiting up this season for the No. 17 Hawkeyes after four years at Northern Illinois. The 22-year-old Heflin has 21 tackles and a sack playing a key role in anchoring one of the nation’s top defenses, which takes on Missouri in the Music City Bowl next week. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Heflin at home helping anchor No. 17 Iowa's defensive line

By Adam Hensley Dec. 23, 2020 02:25 AM EST

Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence rushes for a touchdown against Notre Dame during third-quarter action in the Atlantic Coast Conference championship NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020, in Charlotte, N.C. (Jeff Siner/The News & Observer via AP)
Clemson's Lawrence, Alabama stars Maxwell Award finalists

By The Associated Press Dec. 22, 2020 06:17 PM EST

FILE - In this Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020, file photo, Indiana head coach Tom Allen looks toward his players on the sideline during a break in the second half of an NCAA college football game against Michigan in Bloomington, Ind. Allen is coach of the year on the Associated Press All-Big Ten football team. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler, File)
AP All-Big Ten: Ohio State's Fields, Indiana's Allen honored

By Eric Olson Dec. 22, 2020 12:00 PM EST

Iowa defensive back Dane Belton (4) celebrates with teammate Tyler Goodson (15) at the end of an NCAA college football game against Wisconsin, Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, in Iowa City, Iowa. Iowa won 28-7. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
The Latest: Iowa football on hold but still preps for bowl

Dec. 21, 2020 09:34 PM EST