Iowa football captain emphasizes focus after Ohio State loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 8:45 PM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
Iowa football faced a challenging defeat against Ohio State, losing 31-14 at Kinnick Stadium on October 4, 2026. The game saw Iowa unable to take control, trailing throughout. Following the loss, linebacker Jayden Montgomery addressed his teammates, emphasizing the need to keep their heads up and prepare for the upcoming game against Washington. Montgomery contributed significantly with 11 tackles in the match and aims to motivate his team to move forward.
- •Iowa lost to Ohio State, 31-14, on October 4, 2026.
- •The Hawkeyes never led during the game.
- •Linebacker Jayden Montgomery urged teammates to stay positive.
- •Iowa will play Washington next week.
- •Montgomery led the team with 11 tackles.
- 8:45 PMYahoo Sports — Iowa football captain keeps things in perspective after Ohio State loss
"One of Iowa football's senior leaders had some wise words for his fellow Hawkeyes following a tough home loss to Ohio State.
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