Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz keeps starting quarterback position open for season opener

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz confirmed that the football program has yet to name a starting quarterback for Saturday's season opener against Northern Illinois. The team's official depth chart lists both Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski as co-starters ahead of the game at Kinnick Stadium. Ferentz stated during his Tuesday press conference that the position remains undecided as the team continues its preparations. He added that regardless of who receives the opening snap, both players expect to see action throughout the contest. Iowa and Northern Illinois are scheduled to kick off at 3:15 p.m. CT, with the game broadcast on the Big Ten Network.

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