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Iowa Hawkeyes Claim First Big Ten Win Over Rutgers

9/26/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Iowa Hawkeyes beat Rutgers for their first Big Ten win, overcoming a tough first half.
Mark Gronowski threw 186 yards and rushed for three touchdowns.
Kaden Wetjen totaled 167 return yards and a touchdown.
Rutgers' defense had two sacks and three tackles for loss. Greg Schiano praised P.J. Fleck for Minnesota's coaching success. Needham is Rutgers' third left tackle starter.

History

Historical Context

The Big Ten Conference expanded in 2011, adding Nebraska and reshaping rivalries, including Iowa's annual matchup with Nebraska, known as the Heroes Game. Iowa's football history includes 13 conference championships, with their last Big Ten title in 2004. The recent victory against Rutgers underscores Iowa's resilience as they adapt to the evolving competitive landscape of the conference.

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Story summary

Iowa Hawkeyes beat Rutgers for their first Big Ten win, overcoming a tough first half.
Mark Gronowski threw 186 yards and rushed for three touchdowns.
Kaden Wetjen totaled 167 return yards and a touchdown.
Rutgers' defense had two sacks and three tackles for loss. Greg Schiano praised P.J. Fleck for Minnesota's coaching success. Needham is Rutgers' third left tackle starter.

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