Alert Top Story COLLEGE FOOTBALL | IOWA What did Jeremy Hecklinski, Hank Brown learn from outgoing Iowa quarterback Mark Gronowski and each other? ethan.petrik Apr 16, 2026 Apr 16, 2026 Updated Aug 8, 2026 0 × Jeremy Hecklinski | Iowa Football | April 16 Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save IOWA CITY — Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski are vying for the chance to be the next starting quarterback at Iowa.kAmp7E6C E96 w2H<6J6D DE2CE65 6:89E 5:776C6?E BF2CE6C324<D 36EH66? a_a` 2?5 a_ac[ $@FE9 s2<@E2 $E2E6 EC2?D76C BF2CE6C324< |2C< vC@?@HD<: DE23:=:K65 E96 A@D:E:@? 7@C @?6 D62D@? 2?5 DE2CE65 2== `b 82>6D] w6 H2D E96 7:CDE BF2CE6C324< E@ DE2CE 6G6CJ 82>6 :? 2 D:?8=6 D62D@? D:?46 $A6?46C !6EC2D DE2CE65 2== 6:89E 82>6D :? a_a_]k^AmkAmxE :D J6E E@ 36 D66? H9@ H:== DF44665 vC@?@HD<: 36EH66? qC@H? 2?5 w64<=:?D<:] q@E9 D2H 24E:@? 2D 4@\D64@?5\DEC:?86CD 369:?5 vC@?@HD<: =2DE J62C] w64<=:?D<: 2AA62C65 E@ AF== 29625 2D E96 ap :? 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Follow him on X or send him an email at ethan.petrik@wcfcourier.com. 0 Comments ethan.petrik Author email Follow ethan.petrik Close Get email notifications on {{subject}} daily! Your notification has been saved. There was a problem saving your notification. {{description}} Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Save Manage followed notifications Close Followed notifications Please log in to use this feature Log In Don't have an account? Sign Up Today Related to this story Jeremy Hecklinski | Iowa Football | April 16 Jeremy Hecklinski | Iowa Football | April 16 Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16 Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16 Watch: Iowa players, new assistant break down spring with one week to go Iowa football players and new assistant coach Jay Norvell weighed in on spring practices ahead of the final week of the Hawkeyes' spring program. 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Watch: Iowa players, new assistant break down spring with one week to go Iowa football players and new assistant coach Jay Norvell weighed in on spring practices ahead of the final week of the Hawkeyes' spring program.
Watch: Iowa quarterbacks break down spring camp battle Iowa started eight quarterbacks in four seasons. Now, Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski are next in line to try to claim the job. The pair met …
Watch: New Iowa running backs coach explains why he rejoined Hawkeyes Following his dismissal from Colorado State, Jay Norvell took the opportunity to rejoin the Hawkeyes. He met with the media on Thursday to dis…
NCAA says tampering violations occurred in Iowa football program, to vacate wins The NCAA found Iowa football committed tampering violations and issued a one year probation, recruiting limits and vacated wins from the 2023 …
Iowa adds fifth in-state commit to 2027 football recruiting class Iowa football added another in-state piece Tuesday, landing West Lyon defensive lineman Jerrence Knoblock for its 2027 recruiting class.
Spring Football Notebook: Is Kirk Ferentz concerned about Iowa’s special teams after offseason exodus? New faces, new roles: Iowa’s special teams and defensive line are in transition this spring. Ferentz says patience will be key.
The latest on Iowa’s quarterback competition: What impresses Iowa DB about Jeremy Hecklinski Iowa is searching for a starting quarterback again in 2026. Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski are splitting reps early in spring practice.
Spring Football Notebook: Early intel on Iowa's transfer portal additions Iowa welcomed 27 newcomers this spring, including 14 transfers, with a focus on building depth for the 2026 season and beyond.
Watch: Iowa football players talk start to spring practices Iowa football is back on the field for spring practice. Hawkeyes defenders shared early impressions after a busy transfer portal offseason.
Iowa announces updates to football coaching staff as spring practices begin Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz announced updates to the Hawkeyes football coaching staff. Jay Norvell will take over as running backs coach whil…
Iowa adds first offensive lineman to 2027 recruiting class The Iowa football program added its fifth member, and first offensive lineman, to its 2027 recruiting class on Monday.
Iowa football lands 2027 three-star defensive back Iowa added its first player from outside the Hawkeye state to the its 2027 recruiting class, nabbing a highly-touted three-star safety from Il…
Report: Iowa football assistant lands NFL gig Iowa is back in the running backs coach market after losing Omar Young to Las Vegas. Young is the third straight Hawkeye running back coach to…
Why did Jeremy Hecklinski stay at Iowa after coach that brought him left? Jeremy Hecklinski followed Warren Ruggiero to Iowa — but didn’t follow him out. Here’s why the quarterback says he’s wants to be a Hawkeye for…
What Jay Norvell said makes Iowa special and why he wanted to be a Hawkeye again After nine years as a head coach, Jay Norvell returned to Iowa as the Hawkeyes' running backs coach. Here’s why he says the program stands apa…
Inside Iowa’s stable of running backs: Who’s back and who does Jay Norvell think Hawkeye fans will love? Iowa’s running backs room saw another coaching change again in the 2026 offseason, but most of the talented group stayed. Depth, experience an…
Watch: Iowa coordinators discuss spring practices, 2026 preparations Iowa’s three coordinators met with media Wednesday to break down spring progress and what’s ahead before the 2026 season. Here’s what they said.
How does Iowa's new quarterbacks coach make the Hawkeyes run more like NFL teams Iowa football is reshaping its quarterback room with a new coach and an NFL-style structure. Here’s what Billy VandeMerkt’s role means for the…
Where does Iowa quarterback battle stand according to offensive coordinator Tim Lester? With spring nearly over, Iowa’s quarterback battle is still even. Offensive coordinator Tim Lester likes the progress of Hank Brown and Jeremy…
Kuemper Catholic star commits to Iowa as preferred walk-on, joins Hawkeyes 2026 class Iowa football picked up a late addition Monday, landing Kuemper Catholic standout Brayton Alford for its 2026 recruiting class.
Iowa prioritized FCS and Group of 5 transfers this offseason. Here’s why Of Iowa's 15 transfer portal additions in the 2026 offseason, 13 joined the Hawkeyes from the sub-Power 5 levels of college football. Here's w…
Iowa adds commitment from in-state linebacker Kyler Van Maanen Iowa football picked up another in-state commit Tuesday, landing Pella linebacker Kyler Van Maanen for its 2027 recruiting class.
Iowa announces addition of Tom Moore to football coaching staff Tom Moore, a former Iowa quarterback and four-time Super Bowl champion, is joining the Hawkeyes’ staff as a senior consultant.
What NFL comp did rising Iowa tight end get from Hawkeyes offensive coordinator? DJ Vonnahme went from deep on the depth chart to Iowa’s top receiver. Now Tim Lester sees similarities to an NFL star.
Petrik: The three things that define Iowa football … according to fans of the 12 teams it faces in 2026 Ask fans of Iowa’s 2026 opponents what defines Hawkeye football, and the answers are remarkably consistent — and it's what college football co…