# Zach Ortwerth: The Unsung Tight End | 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: 2026-07-19T11:49:04+00:00
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## Resource

Zach Ortwerth, the overlooked senior tight end wearing number 48, is ready to step up as Iowa’s No. 2 target behind DJ Vonnahme. Standing 6’4” and packing 245 pounds, Ortwerth has quietly amassed 263 receiving yards over three seasons with a stellar 12.5-yard average per catch. After a breakout 54-yard reception against Rutgers as a freshman — his only catch that year — he’s proven he can make big plays. With four starts last season and a chance to thrive in Tim Lester’s offense, Ortwerth’s biggest goal? Snagging his first college touchdown. Don’t sleep on the guy. 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/1e4926b99e22a203

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