Iowa clinches last-second victory against Michigan with walk-off touchdown

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Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Iowa clinches last-second victory against Michigan with walk-off touchdown
Summary

Iowa secured a dramatic 20-19 victory over Michigan in Ann Arbor on September 26, 2026, with a last-second touchdown. The Hawkeyes, trailing for much of the game, mounted a final drive, culminating in Hank Brown connecting with Reece Vander Zee in the end zone with just two seconds remaining. This win maintained Iowa's perfect season record at 4-0 and left head coach Kirk Ferentz visibly emotional, calling it a memorable victory after three decades of facing Michigan. Ferentz noted that this win was unique and special, indicative of his team's resilience.

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  • •Iowa's victory marks their fourth consecutive win of the season.
  • •The winning touchdown came with two seconds left on the clock.
  • •Iowa's comeback was fueled by a strong fourth-quarter performance, scoring 13 points.
  • •This win improves Ferentz's record against Michigan to 8-9.
  • •The game was played at Michigan's Michigan Stadium, often referred to as 'The Big House'.
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  • 12:22 AMYahoo Sports — Kirk Ferentz visibly emotional after miracle Iowa win 'we'll all remember'
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The 71-year-old knows how special this win was.

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