# Iowa Hawkeyes Dark Horse Bid | 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: 2026-09-12T06:24:01+00:00
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Kirk Herbstreit is buzzing about the Iowa Hawkeyes as a dark horse for the College Football Playoff, praising their consistency under coach Kirk Ferentz and their ability to snag at least eight wins annually since 2015. While their offense is known for grinding it out rather than dazzling, their upcoming gauntlet—Ohio State, Michigan, and Washington—could be the ultimate test. If Iowa survives that stretch with just one loss, their manageable second half could build momentum for a surprising playoff run. Keep an eye on the Hawkeyes—they’ve got the grit, now they need to prove they can compete with the elite. 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/ab94ca4bfee9a56d

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