Tyler Brown's injury status uncertain before Iowa football faces Ohio State

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Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Tyler Brown's injury status uncertain before Iowa football faces Ohio State
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Iowa's starting safety Tyler Brown's injury status remains uncertain ahead of the team's matchup against Ohio State on October 3. Coach Kirk Ferentz indicated that Brown is not fully recovered, following a concerning play during the recent game against Michigan where he appeared hobbled but continued playing. Brown, who missed the first two games of the season, contributed significantly in his debut against UNI and was Iowa's fourth-leading tackler against Michigan. If Brown is unavailable, Anthony Hawkins is expected to start in his place as Iowa prepares to face Ohio State's potent offense.

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  • •Tyler Brown's health called into question ahead of Ohio State game.
  • •Brown suffered an injury late in the Michigan game but returned to play.
  • •Anthony Hawkins likely to start if Brown is unavailable.
  • •Ohio State features Heisman candidate Jeremiah Smith.
  • •Iowa's game against Ohio State is set for October 3.
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The latest on the health of defensive back Tyler Brown ahead of Iowa football's matchup with Ohio State

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