David Eickholt

Football is finally around the corner. The offseason grind is always fun but we always crave the actual action that unites all Iowa fans. That time will be coming in under three weeks. On Monday morning, the Associated Press put out its preseason top-25. Iowa was among the bunch and checked in at No. 22.

The hype surrounding the potential all-American tight end isn't going to slow down any time soon. The 6-foot-4 breakout star from last year showed exactly why he'll be one of the most scouted players on Iowa's roster during Saturday's open practice.

The HawkeyeInsider team has been ALL OVER Iowa football throughout the past several months. Our VIP members got a loaded notebook about what's going on behind the scenes. There are still a ton of questions that need to be answered about this year's squad.

Kamari Moulton might have been one of the more undervalued offensive players during last season. The 5-foot-9 211 pounder had a few breakout runs last season and was consistent throughout the course of the season.

It's set to be a highly-anticipated second season for Ben McCollum and his squad. After an Elite Eight appearance last season, Iowa is hoping to keep the momentum going within the program. On Thursday morning, Iowa announced its non-conference schedule for the upcoming season.

The Hawkeyes are in the midst of a defensive line overhaul after losing seven of their top eight most productive members this past offseason. This fall camp is all about getting guys to individually break out and find that consistency on the field.

Kirk Ferentz has developed countless football players during his potential Hall of Fame career. That development will be put to the test again in 2026. Iowa is replacing a lot of productivity, but there's still ample talent on this year's squad.

There are 'quarterback competitions' and actual quarterback competitions. This is one of the biggest open competitions in the Ferentz era. Throughout the past several months, Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski have battled back and forth to take over the reins of Iowa's offense.

IOWA CITY, Iowa-- There are 'quarterback competitions' and actual quarterback competitions. This is one of the biggest open competitions in the Ferentz era

Every Big Ten school invites Big Ten Network into their football facilities to get a look into what each program is developing. After a long wait-- it was finally Iowa's time. There were numerous interviews and tidbits throughout the hour special.