Iowa rises to No. 18 in AP College Football Rankings after Iowa State win
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Last updated Sep 15, 2026

The Iowa Hawkeyes have moved up to No. 18 in the Associated Press College Football Rankings following their 16-13 victory over Iowa State in the Cy-Hawk Game. This marks a three-position jump for Iowa, who now sits ahead of Michigan and Oregon in the rankings. Iowa's quarterback Hank Brown completed 33 of 50 passes for 320 yards, contributing to the team's success along with leading rusher Kamari Moulton. The Hawkeyes will face Northern Iowa at home next week before a challenging schedule that includes games against Michigan and Ohio State in October.
- •Iowa defeated Iowa State 16-13 in the Cy-Hawk Game.
- •Hawkeyes climbed to No. 18 in the AP poll after the win.
- •Hank Brown threw for 320 yards and one touchdown.
- •Iowa will host Northern Iowa next weekend.
- •The schedule includes games against Michigan and Ohio State next month.
- 3:57 AMYahoo Sports — Iowa Climbs Multiple Positions in Latest Associated Press College Football Rankings
"Fresh off a thrilling win over Iowa State, the Hawkeyes find themselves in the AP Top 20 this week. This […]
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