Iowa dominates Washington to bolster College Football Playoff hopes
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 2:55 PM
Last updated Oct 10, 2026
Iowa defeated Washington 41-24 on October 9, improving to 5-1 overall and 2-1 in the Big Ten. Backup quarterback Jeremy Hecklinski threw for three touchdowns, which helped the Hawkeyes secure an early four-touchdown lead. The win positions Iowa favorably for the College Football Playoff, as they face only unranked opponents in the remainder of their schedule. Next, Iowa will enter a bye week before returning to action against Minnesota on October 24.
- •Iowa improved to 5-1 after beating Washington.
- •Hecklinski accounted for three touchdown passes.
- •Iowa faces only unranked teams in upcoming games.
- •Next game is against Minnesota on October 24.
- •Iowa has a realistic chance for a 10-2 finish.
- 2:55 PMCBS Sports — Iowa's blowout win at Washington clears path to College Football Playoff thanks to easy remaining schedule
"With only unranked opponents left on the schedule and an offense finding new life behind Jeremy Hecklinski, a CFP bid is within reach
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