Iowa football returns to AP Top 25 poll at No. 21

Iowa football is back in the AP Top 25, ranked No. 21 after a 30-0 victory over Wisconsin. The Hawkeyes previously fell out following a loss to Minnesota. This win marks their fifth consecutive victory against the Badgers and secures the Heartland Trophy. Iowa's next opponent, Northwestern, has dropped from the rankings after a loss to Oregon. The updated poll features five Big Ten teams, with UCLA as the highest-ranked at No. 5, reflecting strong performances across the conference.

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