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Iowa's Kirk Ferentz faces QB decision after Kids Day practice

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 12:04 PM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Iowa's Kirk Ferentz faces QB decision after Kids Day practice
Summary

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz is contending with a quarterback competition between Jeremy Hecklinski and Hank Brown following a notable Kids Day practice on August 22. Hecklinski excelled, completing 17 of 25 passes for 205 yards and five touchdowns, while Brown struggled with just 9 of 21 passes for 42 yards. Ferentz remains cautious, emphasizing the need for evaluation over time rather than a reaction to a single practice. Fans and analysts are already leaning towards Hecklinski as the frontrunner for the starting job ahead of the season opener on September 5.

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  • •Jeremy Hecklinski shines at Kids Day practice on August 22.
  • •Hecklinski throws five touchdowns; Brown experiences difficulties.
  • •Kirk Ferentz focuses on overall evaluation rather than one practice.
  • •Iowa's season opener is set for September 5.
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  • 12:04 PMYahoo Sports — Kids Day Practice Worst Case Scenario for Iowa’s Kirk Ferentz
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Having one player look remarkable while the other struggles in the only open practice of camp is not ideal for head coach Kirk Ferentz.

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