Iowa football hosts UNI for in-state rivalry matchup today
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Last updated Sep 19, 2026
Iowa football faces Northern Iowa at Kinnick Stadium today. The Hawkeyes enter the game with a 2-0 record after a win over Iowa State, while UNI stands at 1-1 following a 56-14 victory against Drake. Iowa's offensive focus will be on improving its ground game after a less productive outing last week. The matchup marks an important test for UNI under second-year head coach Todd Stepsis, looking for a significant upset against their FBS opponent. Predictions lean heavily towards Iowa given their recent form and physical advantage.
- •Iowa is 2-0, coming off a win in the Cy-Hawk game.
- •UNI has a record of 1-1 after defeating Drake.
- •Iowa looks to establish its running game against UNI.
- •Matchup is essential for UNI as they seek a signature win.
- •Kickoff is scheduled for this afternoon at Kinnick Stadium.
- 5:10 PMYahoo Sports — Iowa football vs. Northern Iowa expert predictions nationally
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Iowa vs UNI live updates, score, highlights, predictions, analysis
- 3:15 PMYahoo Sports — Iowa football vs. UNI: Who wins? Final score predictions
"No. 20 Iowa takes on UNI in Saturday's Week 3 college football matchup. Follow along for live updates, highlights and more.
"Who does the Hawkeyes Wire team have winning this in-state rivalry between Iowa and Northern Iowa?
"Who do the experts have winning Saturday's in-state rivalry?
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 19, 2026, 5:10 PMIowa football vs. Northern Iowa expert predictions nationally
Who do the experts have winning Saturday's in-state rivalry?
- Yahoo SportsSep 19, 2026, 5:00 PMIowa vs UNI live updates, score, highlights, predictions, analysis
No. 20 Iowa takes on UNI in Saturday's Week 3 college football matchup. Follow along for live updates, highlights and more.
- Yahoo SportsSep 19, 2026, 3:15 PMIowa football vs. UNI: Who wins? Final score predictions
Who does the Hawkeyes Wire team have winning this in-state rivalry between Iowa and Northern Iowa?
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