My Thoughts On Iowa Football Entering The 2023 Season | Iowa Football 2023

The Iowa Hawkeyes have been dreadful on offense for years due to poor coaching, schematics, and nepotism. Will incoming transfers, a great running back, and returning experience on the offensive line change that, or will the consistency that holds the defense high continue to plague the offense? After 2 seasons of miserable offenses and a Covid-19 season that was riddled with varying issues, the Spencer Petras era has concluded. Petras was not able to play for most of the Nebraska game or in the Music City Bowl against Kentucky. While showing flashes of potential throughout his career, Petras never developed and was consistently one of the worst quarterbacks in the nation. His poor play, along with poor schemes and development on the offensive line, cost Iowa a Big Ten Championship appearance in 2022 and a New Year's Six bowl game in 2021. However, Kirk Ferentz made a wise decision and reach out for help via the Transfer Portal, bringing in former Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara and tight end Erick All. Both were part of a roster that went 12-2 and won the Big Ten in 2021 (ironically beating Iowa in Indianapolis). The Hawkeyes also bring in star wide receiver Kaleb Brown from Iowa, who should be a day-one contributor. With consistency on defense, incoming talent on offense, and an easy schedule, I expect Iowa to be a much-improved team in 2023.
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[@collegefootballwithsam]

I think it is between Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin to win the Big Ten West. While I think the Hawkeyes have a great chance at winning it, I think Wisconsin has a better chance and they are my pick to win the West. Do you think Iowa wins the division?

[@briggsofdisaster]

Big Ten West in 2023 Iowa 10-2 (B1G West champs) Minnesota 9-3 Illinois 8-4 Wisconsin 7-5 Purdue 6-6 Nebraska 5-7 Northwestern 3-9

[@andrewmueller9986]

Have you seen Wisconsins schedule? What are their 5 losses?

[@briggsofdisaster]

@@andrewmueller9986 Brand new coach with entirely new system and identity. No more Leonhard at DC. Something EVERYONE glosses over. 6-6 to 8-4 Losses: Washington State, Illinois, Ohio State, Minnesota. 50/50: Purdue, Iowa. Prediction: 7-5

[@alienspace3960]

@@briggsofdisaster nope they have the best skill position talent and qb in the division mike tressel aint no slouch as dc

[@adammeyer3129]

When's the last time a first year coach (outside OSU) came in and immediately started winning? What is Kirk ferentz's record against first year coaches in the big ten? Wisconsin could have trouble, especially trying to rebuild an already winning team. Like they say, if it ain't broke, don't fix it

[@CryoSoul]

Michigan vs Iowa rematch? Cade vs McCarthy would be cool

[@collegefootballwithsam]

That would be awesome. I'm predicting Tanner Mordecai to play against JJ McCarthy but I would be rooting for a McNamara vs McCarthy war.

[@nickma71]

@@collegefootballwithsam I don't see a big difference in outcome, even with a stable offense.

[@TenaciousStudent]

Nebraska successfully took advantage of DeJean’s injury. That’s where most point occurred.

[@christianstaley-nn4mi]

Wish we could go back to the Rick stanzi days. He was the definition of a game manager. Idk if we will come close to seeing a team like the 2010 Hawkeyes.

[@majiinbuu4689]

If Iowa had a better offense more consistently they would be in the top fifteen every year and become a serious contender in the big ten they’re always good but they could be so much better.

[@connoralt7632]

I hate the attitude that, Iowa needs a miracle to make the Big 10 championship. It’s Iowa spot to lose. Last year iowa lost it and gave it to Purdue. Who els is gonna make it? People act like Luke Fickle is gonna turn Wisconsin into a 12-0 program…and Nebraska same thing Matt rhule cannot turn that dumpster fire around. Iowa has the best chance in the west, so no it’s not a miracle

[@jreh3811]

Fickle has the best chance at making a drastic impact compared to Neb. He already has a solid Defense, is bringing in a different offensive mindset to Madison (that may take the first couple games to hone). I say it's between Wiscy, Ill, and Iowa (only if IOwa can get the OL fixed, our Defense will do what it does).

[@TenaciousStudent]

@@jreh3811they lost their DC

[@jreh3811]

@@TenaciousStudent And Iowa has the same OC...

[@mrmidwest614]

Dude been the head coach for like 75 years

[@timoaks3732]

I don't disagree with anything you said. I just wouldn't say they struggled with Nevada, but rather had no desire to give more than the required effort to get the win and gtfo after multiple lightning delays and a game that ended well after 2 am.......

[@victory4history]

Good video. I believe you need to update your noise suppression. You can hear it when you click your mouse.

[@tammymatt9186]

You don't want to mention Brian? Brian had to play his Dad's qb. That's why Brian's given another green light. During the iowa state debacle's post game presser kf said not all of his coaches (note thats plural) agreed about who should be taking snaps, but that it was his call. Brian is being rewarded for trotting petras out there like a good boy. To his credit, KF has figured out the transfer portal shopping spree fairly quickly. Hawks just brought in four skill position guys they didnt have a chance of recruiting out of high school. Brian is going to look way more competent this fall.

[@timoaks3732]

Btw, 25 ppg would've been good for 78th in the country in 2022, and it also would've earned them a 10-2 record and a West division title. Just below mediocre is literally all Iowa needs to win 9-10 games most seasons..........but they'd rather make it as difficult as f***ing possible just because.

[@dustinhallett4160]

I’m gonna go on a limb and say Kirk ferentz last season is this year! He’s gonna take the athletic director position I bet!!!

[@brando666]

You’re either high or don’t know jack lmao

[@brandaonb4249]

He isn't going to give up a 5 million dollar a year salary for that of an athletic director.

[@nickchaloupka3960]

We went to the B1G Championship with petras wtf.

[@henry_holmes2429]

Iowa is always overlooked every year it seems and honestly for good reasoning. But with us winning 8 games last season with PETRAS as our qb, I can easily see McNamara coming in and taking the hawks to B10 championship vs Michigan. McNamara VS McCarthy

[@posysdogovych2065]

You were right about everything except the QB matchup! Although I'm not sure that Iowa would have a chance next week even if McNamara hadn't injured himself.

[@ArlowBailey]

It will ride on the line! Last year they missed assignments and were out classed

[@wisccheese9257]

I believe so, if they play Michigan they could win

[@collegefootballwithsam]

They will only play Michigan is the Hawkeyes and Wolverines win their divisions.

[@wisccheese9257]

@@collegefootballwithsam I know lol

[@TyroneBiggins81]

Iowa always has their best years when being overlooked. Petras was the worst QB and they somehow get 8 wins. They had two top receivers sit out all year. Now they have a QB and two solid receivers they didn’t have. If they score 24 points they are nearly impossible to beat with that D

[@henry_holmes2429]

Also with Nico Ragaini coming back an extra year for the hawks. Someone who knows the offense and can produce

[@noahwalker8359]

I’m thinking they’ll win 9 or 10 games.

[@collegefootballwithsam]

I will give you a spoiler. I think they go 10-3 and along with losing @ Penn State and @ Wisconsin, they will lose to Tennessee in the ReliaQuest Bowl.

[@brettk9316]

Iowa one of those teams that can go 8 or 9 wins but think D magic might wear off some no way they keep up crazy stuff it was doing last couple years. So, D be slightly worse and O slightly better not like anyone on offense is a world beater. That OSU WR needs to prove himself before I buy into him either.

[@wisccheese9257]

I just can't wait till football season

[@collegefootballwithsam]

Neither can I lol.

[@nickma71]

Before I watch, they will be better on offense because a QB like McNamara wins Super Bowls. He doesn't have to have super star talent, but that makes it easier. Phil Sims is a great example. He played nearly flawless. Montana did it 4 times. Meaning playing flawless on the biggest stage. The falsified GOAT wasn't flawless, but that is a different video. Playing mistake free will help them even though the coaching staff is a joke.

[@adammeyer3129]

Its hard to play defense 75% of the game.

[@BlankManj5]

Osu scored a bunch of points on iowa because of the Iowa offense, they consistently gave osu great field position with the turnovers and 4 and outs. Also, the points came in second half. Watch it again.

[@stephenlight647]

102 days until the predicted (according to Sam) Big Ten West champs meet the Lions in Happy Valley. I am counting down the days until I can smell the rats in Beaver Stadium! Our fans remember the Ferentz quotes…..

[@collegefootballwithsam]

The Big Ten West runner-ups*. I have Wisconsin winning the West this year, but I think that White Out game will be huge for Penn State. Let's theorize that your Nittany Lions mop the floor with Iowa, they will get even more of my attention. I expect that place to be loud, and full of as much hate as ever due to the 2021 game.

[@stephenlight647]

@@collegefootballwithsamI stand corrected. 2nd in the Big Ten West! I’ll be at this game. And my motivation? Yes, the last meeting.

[@billnyedoesminecraftjoseph8379]

@@collegefootballwithsamw comment from a michigan fan :) do you think cade can suceed at iowa? I feel like their scheme is just terrible

[@_2D_]

Dude, you make the same stupid comment on all these random Iowa videos, and you continue to use that phrase incorrectly. You sound like an absolute idiot. Continue to cope at the fact our horrendous offense beat you, and that everyone, including the commentators of the game, called your team out on the blatant fake injuries.

[@estapothecarius7462]

Personally, I think Unless Iowa betters its offense Notwithstanding a good D They won’t be champions

[@charlesleeneihaus592]

I feel the qb will not finish the year he gets hurt so easy wait till he gets tackled

[@hkmoney6220]

Mark my words… Iowa vs Vanderbilt for the Natty.

[@mgoboski]

Michigan won the Big Ten in 2021 despite Cade. Michigan struggled to move the ball a lot of the season and it's because the QB was the weak link on an otherwise elite team. Shea Patterson, Wilton Speight and Jake Ruddock all win the Big Ten that year.

[@maxmcewen8402]

Iowa is built to wear you down in the run game and on defense, they only need a decent game manager. Petras was such hot garbage any other qb in the big ten was an upgrade. Iowa also isn’t thinking about winning a championship their ceiling is winning the west.

[@mgoboski]

@@maxmcewen8402 Petras got thrown under the bus to save face for a horrendous coaching staff that's still there.

[@maxmcewen8402]

@@mgoboski he was so bad man. I don’t think they’ll be great on offense but Petras wouldn’t have played at northwestern last year.

[@stephenlight647]

Cade is an above average college QB. The Iowa program is built to succeed with an average QB. Generally, the last few years they have been below average. So Cade McNamara will succeed on Iowa’s terms. Whether that is enough for Iowa to succeed is a close call given the supportive offensive cast.