Iowa Defends Strongly in Half, Surges Past Northwestern
Iowa held Northwestern scoreless after a first-half safety and built a 40 7 lead behind Kaleb Johnson two more TD runs and an 85 yard punt return by Kaden Wetten. Brendan Sullivan moved the offense after McNamara’s pick six, with Wetten producing the best highlight as Iowa honors past players in a game marking Heartland Trophy implications next week at Kinnick Stadium.
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Iowa Hawkeyes rout Northwestern despite absences
Iowa rolled to a dominating win surpassing 40 points for the second time in three games as 14th to 16th rushing TDs by an undisclosed back pushed the offense. Kaden Wetten added an 85 yard punt return for a touchdown while Northwestern stalled with 163 total yards. Cedar Rapids native Quinn Schulte and others contributed interceptions as Iowa held Northwestern to 48 rushing yards. Iowa’s defense and special teams joined the scoring with a safety and a late fumble recovery as Iowa swept Northwestern in their four game win streak against the Wildcats. The Hawkeyes head to Wisconsin seeking a third straight victory and a strong finish to the season.
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Iowa Hawkeyes stunned Northwestern with Sullivan start at QB
Sullivan, who had two pass attempts all season, started for Iowa and led a productive drive to reach the Northwestern 26 before Kaleb Johnson finished with a 26 yard score. Wetten added an 85 yard punt return for a third quarter TD as the Hawkeyes beat Northwestern at Wrigley Field with strong special teams play.
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