Jeremy Hecklinski shines at Iowa QB practice with five touchdowns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 9:49 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
During an open practice at Kinnick Stadium on August 15, Jeremy Hecklinski delivered a standout performance, throwing five touchdown passes. This impressive display has sparked discussions about the quarterback competition for Iowa football just three weeks before the season opener. Coach Kirk Ferentz emphasized that it was only one practice out of nine, but the impact of Hecklinski's performance is already noticeable. The team continues preparations for the upcoming season as the competition for starting quarterback intensifies.
- •Hecklinski throws five touchdown passes during practice.
- •The open practice took place at Kinnick Stadium.
- •Kirk Ferentz reminds that it is only one of nine practices.
- •Discussions around the quarterback position are heating up.
- •Iowa's season opener is three weeks away.
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"Chad Leistikow and Tyler Tachman react to the Kids Day at Kinnick open practice and what they saw from Jeremy Hecklinski's 5-TD day.
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