Iowa football earns spot in SI's Week 7 CFP projections
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 11:55 AM
Last updated Oct 14, 2026
Iowa football is projected as the No. 9 seed in Sports Illustrated's Week 7 College Football Playoff rankings. Following a 41-24 road victory over Washington, the No. 16 Hawkeyes enter their bye week with a 5-1 record. Quarterback Jeremy Hecklinski had a standout performance, throwing for three touchdowns and over 200 yards. Running back Kamari Moulton also contributed significantly with a career-high 208 rushing yards. If the projections hold, Iowa would face No. 8 UCLA, having lost to them in their last matchup in November 2024.
- •Iowa moves to 5-1 following a win against Washington.
- •Hecklinski passed for 202 yards and three touchdowns.
- •Moulton rushed for 208 yards and two touchdowns.
- •Iowa projected to play UCLA in potential playoff matchup.
- •Hawkeyes have six games left to strengthen their playoff position.
- 11:55 AMYahoo Sports — Iowa football inside SI's Week 7 CFP projections
"Sports Illustrated is a believer in the Hawkeyes, placing Iowa football inside its Week 7 CFP projections.
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