New-look Iowa quarterback room gains depth and transfer welcome
Iowa's Tim Lester praises the evolving quarterback group led by Mark Gronowski and Hank Brown as spring drills unfold. He notes added depth from Jackson Stratton, Jimmy Sullivan, and incoming Ryan Fitzgerald, with transfer Jeremy Hecklinski committing, signaling optimism for the 2025 roster.
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Jaylin Noel System Leaves ISU Legacy for NFL Draft
Cyclones coach Campbell cites Noel and four fellow ISU standouts as potential top 100 picks, with Noel Higgins Porter Travis and Verdon drawing NFL Combine buzz. The group, led by Noel's selfless leadership, could set a modern ISU record for drafted players if all are selected, while others eye undrafted free agency.
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Iowa ex-Hawks projected NFL draft rounds and picks
A synthesis of mock drafts shows ex Iowa players like Kaleb Johnson Yahya Black Jay Higgins Connor Colby and Luke Lachey facing rounds from fifth to seventh with varied team targets. Analysts note Johnson’s record season and the deep RB class while several players draw late round projections from PFF Brugler Kiper and Miller.
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