# From UTRGV to Iowa The Boogeyman's Rise | Iowa Hawkeyes Football News

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Podcast: [Iowa Hawkeyes Football Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/iowa-hawkeyes-football-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7469056)
Published: 2026-07-16T01:54:16+00:00
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From redshirt to breakout star, Tony Diaz’s journey to Iowa is anything but ordinary. Drafted by UTRGV — a program that didn’t even play games yet — Diaz embraced the vision of coach Travis Bush, helping build a surprise 9-3 FCS season that earned him Freshman of the Year honors. With a nickname born from his elite route-running — “The Boogeyman” — and a tattoo that says “You Can’t Kill The Boogeyman,” Diaz’s swagger is real. After turning down offers from Alabama and Baylor, he chose Iowa for its culture and Ferentz’s player-development legacy. Now adapting to a West Coast offense, Diaz is laser-focused on making plays and helping his team win — because when the ball’s in the air, he’s not just going to get it… he’s going to own it. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7e6dd12c070e936d

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