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Big Ten Schedule Has No. 14 Iowa Attempting to Beat Michigan and Ohio State in Back-to-Back Weeks
Iowa is trying to follow a walk-off win over Michigan with another upset as Ohio State brings a 522-yard offense and Jeremiah Smith.
On Saturday, Oct 3, the Iowa Hawkeyes host the Ohio State Buckeyes at Kinnick Stadium. ESPN's "College GameDay" broadcasts from Iowa City for the first time in 20 years.
Coming off an improbable 20-19 victory over Michigan last Saturday, Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz emphasizes his "24-hour rule" to shift focus immediately to the next opponent. This discipline forces players to move beyond celebration quickly.
Safety Tyler Brown's status remains uncertain for Saturday following a concerning sequence against Michigan. If sidelined, Anthony Hawkins likely starts against Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith, who averages 154.3 receiving yards per game.
Offensive lineman Trevor Lauck stressed improved communication is essential, saying "I think the main thing is be on the same page." The Hawkeyes must execute better to overcome rushing struggles against power-conference opponents.
Historically, Iowa's previous 4-0 starts have faced difficult outcomes, including the 2006 team's decline after opening strong. This Saturday presents a critical test to validate whether the current Hawkeyes can avoid that pattern.