The Iowa Hawkeyes are entering Big Ten play with a record of 2-1 and trying to take the next step in their season. That starts with a road trip to take on the Rutgers Scarlet Knights, who are 3-0.
One goal in front of each of these teams is returning to the postseason for a bowl berth. The Hawkeyes, a mainstay in the postseason and playing in bowl games under head coach Kirk Ferentz, are projected by most outlets to earn a 13th game by winning at least six regular-season games.
Despite the young season, Iowa is settling into a few similar bowl games across outlets, but with opponents from other conferences differing. As Iowa readies for its Week 4 matchup, take a look at where the very early bowl projections plot them.
USA TODAY Sports
Bowl: Las Vegas Bowl
Opponent: Washington Huskies
Date: December 31, 2025
ESPN
Bowl: Las Vegas Bowl
Opponent: Cal Golden Bears
Date: December 31, 2025
CBS
Bowl: Pinstripe Bowl
Opponent: Duke Blue Devils
Date: December 27, 2025
Athlon Sports
Bowl: Pinstripe Bowl
Opponent: Pitt Panthers
Date: December 27, 2025
Sports Illustrated
Bowl: Rate Bowl
Opponent: BYU Cougars
Date: December 26, 2025
College Football News
Bowl: Pinstripe Bowl
Opponent: Duke Blue Devils
Date: December 27, 2025
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