Iowa tight end DJ Vonnahme ranked sixth among Big Ten returners
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 4:45 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Iowa football tight end DJ Vonnahme has been recognized as the sixth-highest-graded returning tight end in the Big Ten for the 2026 season, according to Pro Football Focus. After a breakout 2025 season, where he led Iowa in receiving despite limited action early on, Vonnahme showcased significant potential, highlighted by a standout performance in the ReliaQuest Bowl against Vanderbilt. As Iowa prepares for a new quarterback this season, Vonnahme is expected to play a crucial role in the offense.
- •Vonnahme received a grade of 68.0 last season.
- •He was Iowa's leading receiver in 2025.
- •Notable performance included seven catches for 146 yards against Vanderbilt.
- •Iowa expects Vonnahme to support the new quarterback in 2026.
- 4:45 PMYahoo Sports — Iowa football's DJ Vonnahme ranked among best returning Big Ten TEs
"Iowa football returns one of the Big Ten's best tight ends in 2026.
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