Reece Vander Zee scores game-winning touchdown against No. 18 Michigan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 2:02 AM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
Iowa football defeated No. 18 Michigan with a last-second touchdown from Reece Vander Zee on September 26 at Michigan Stadium. Vander Zee caught a 16-yard pass from Hank Brown to secure the victory. The play followed a drive where Iowa overcame a challenging field position, having just 194 total yards prior to the final series. Vander Zee's performance included two touchdowns, marking a significant milestone after struggling with injuries. The game showcased Iowa's resilience against a ranked opponent.
- •Iowa scores late touchdown to beat Michigan in Big Ten opener.
- •Vander Zee catches the winning touchdown with two seconds left.
- •Hawkeyes had struggled offensively with only 194 total yards prior.
- •Vander Zee achieves two touchdowns, first since his collegiate debut.
- 2:43 AMYahoo Sports — Rock Rapids’ Vander Zee makes game-winning catch for Iowa
- 2:02 AMYahoo Sports — Iowa Football: Reece Vander Zee Breaks Down Game Winning Touchdown
"SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Rock Rapids native Reece Vander Zee hauled in the catch of the day to propel Iowa to a 20-19 victory over Michigan on Saturday afternoon at Michigan Stadium. Trailing 19-14 with less than two minutes remaining, the Hawkeyes marched 91 yards down the field. Quarterback Hank Brown connected with the […]
"For Vander Zee, his dramatic score to beat No. 18 Michigan at the horn was more than a touchdown - it was the culmination of the hard work he's put in.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 27, 2026, 2:43 AMRock Rapids’ Vander Zee makes game-winning catch for Iowa
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Rock Rapids native Reece Vander Zee hauled in the catch of the day to propel Iowa to a 20-19 victory over Michigan on Saturday afternoon at Michigan Stadium. Trailing 19-14 with less than two minutes remaining, the Hawkeyes marched 91 yards down the field. Quarterback Hank Brown connected with the […]
- Yahoo SportsSep 27, 2026, 2:02 AMIowa Football: Reece Vander Zee Breaks Down Game Winning Touchdown
For Vander Zee, his dramatic score to beat No. 18 Michigan at the horn was more than a touchdown - it was the culmination of the hard work he's put in.
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