Banks Tops Big Ten in Passing Efficiency
Iowa quarterback Brad Banks leads the Big Ten with a 158.0 pass efficiency rating and is fourth nationally while guiding the Hawkeyes to a 6-1 season. He emphasizes calm leadership, with receivers like C J Jones praising his steady captaincy.
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Hawkeyes tighten focus amid growing national attention
Iowa football players and coaches address media interest as ESPN and CNN/SI track the Hawkeyes. Ferentz guards practice time and blocks distractions while prepping for Indiana after Purdue week, emphasizing staying humble and businesslike amid headlines.
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Kaeding’s mind driven approach fuels vital kicking run
Hawkeye kicker Nate Kaeding talks of mental prep and precision as he extends a field goal streak. Coach Morgan recalls Kaeding’s early visualization rituals at West High and rugby goal posts near university housing. Kaeding says weekly kicks remain the season’s priority and he cannot regress.
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Paterno calls for Big Ten officiating changes after loss to Michigan
Penn State coach Joe Paterno urged the Big Ten to rethink officiating assignments following a 27-24 OT defeat at Michigan. Tim Curley cited too many costly officiating errors, while past clashes with referees and a late overturn were noted. Michigan plans turf replacement at Michigan Stadium before 2003 season amid grass woes and FieldTurf use elsewhere.
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McCarney Eyes Staff Raises Amid Cyclones Winning Streak
Iowa State coach Dan McCarney, under contract through 2006 at 625000 per year, says he wants his assistants rewarded to match Big 12 peers. He plans talks after the season with Ames and staff safety top of mind while his future remains Iowa-focused.
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