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Caden Buhr starts at kicker as Iowa releases initial depth chart

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 1:46 AM

Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Caden Buhr starts at kicker as Iowa releases initial depth chart

Summary

Iowa announced its initial depth chart on Monday ahead of its season opener against Northern Illinois. The matchup is scheduled for Saturday at 3:15 p.m. Caden Buhr, a local player from Bettendorf, secured the starting kicker role, with special teams coordinator Chris Polizzi citing his technique and focus. The team enters the week with an undecided situation at quarterback, listing both Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski as options. Cael Winter will start at center, and Kade Pieper is the confirmed starter at right guard. The Hawkeyes continue preparations this week for the Saturday contest.

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By the Numbers

•Iowa hosts Northern Illinois this Saturday at 3:15 p.m.
•Caden Buhr is confirmed as the starting kicker.
•Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski are listed as co-starters at quarterback.
•Cael Winter and Kade Pieper will start on the offensive line.

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1:46 AMYahoo Sports — Bettendorf’s Caden Buhr listed as starting kicker for Iowa

What they're saying

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It’s game week for Iowa football. The Hawkeyes take on Northern Illinois on Saturday at 3:15 p.m. Monday, the Hawkeyes released its initial depth chart. Well, kind of. There is still no starting quarterback listed. It’s either Hank Brown OR Jeremy Hecklinski. Cael Winter is the starting center, while Kade Pieper starts at right guard. […]
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