Iowa hosts Ohio State in pivotal Big Ten matchup this weekend

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Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Iowa hosts Ohio State in pivotal Big Ten matchup this weekend
Summary

Week 5 of college football features Iowa taking on Ohio State at Kinnick Stadium on October 7. Iowa, coming off a dramatic win against Michigan, looks to prove itself as a contender in the Big Ten. The Hawkeyes are underdogs but have a strong home record against top teams. Meanwhile, Florida seeks to solidify its position in the rankings with a game against Missouri. Colorado makes a quarterback change, benching Julian Lewis for Isaac Wilson, as they prepare to face No. 12 Texas Tech in Boulder. Baylor's DJ Lagway looks to regain form as they travel to Arizona State.

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  • •Iowa hosts Ohio State on October 7 in a critical Big Ten clash.
  • •Florida looks to remain unbeaten against Missouri.
  • •Colorado changes quarterbacks ahead of Texas Tech matchup.
  • •Baylor's DJ Lagway aims to perform despite earlier injury.
  • •Week 5 features several key ranked matchups across college football.
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  • 3:28 PMYahoo Sports — 6 bold college football predictions for Week 5: Iowa puts Big Ten on notice
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Iowa putting the Big Ten on notice? Colorado stunning Texas Tech? Not likely, but possible.

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