Iowa's Tony Diaz set for first season as key wide receiver
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Tony Diaz, a wide receiver, enters his first season with the Iowa Hawkeyes after transferring from UTRGV. The countdown is now at 14 days until Iowa's season opener against Northern Illinois on September 5. Diaz had a strong debut season at UTRGV, recording 875 receiving yards and 11 touchdowns, earning recognition as the 2025 Southland Freshman of the Year. He is expected to play a significant role alongside the winner of the ongoing quarterback battle between Jeremy Hecklinski and Hank Brown.
- •Iowa football counts down to season opener on September 5 against Northern Illinois.
- •Tony Diaz previously recorded 875 yards and 11 touchdowns at UTRGV.
- •Diaz named 2025 Southland Freshman of the Year before transferring.
- •Current quarterback competition includes Jeremy Hecklinski and Hank Brown.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — 14 Days Until Iowa Football: Tony Diaz
"The UTRGV transfer enters a highly-anticipated first year with the Hawkeyes.
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