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Game Thread: No. 18 Michigan vs. No. 17 Iowa

Michigan enters conference play at 3-0 after finally putting together the type of offensive performance it had been searching for in last week’s win over UTEP. The Wolverines overcame another sluggish start before scoring 38 unanswered points, finishing with a season-high 431 yards of offense and converting nine of their 13 third-down attempts. But the […]

Michigan Football Injury Report: Week 4 vs Iowa

The Michigan Wolverines are a couple hours from facing off against the Iowa Hawkeyes, which means the final injury report of the week has been released. Here are all the details you need to know. Out Right tackle Andrew Sprague, cornerback Zeke Berry and edge rusher Dom Nichols have been questionable all week, with the […]

3 Keys to Victory: Michigan Football vs Iowa

After experiencing nearly every emotion possible while watching a football game, Big Ten play is finally here. No. 18 Michigan escaped the non-conference slate unscathed, and No. 17 Iowa comes to Ann Arbor for the final of four consecutive home games to start the 2026 season. The Hawkeyes are also the second of currently six […]

Getting to know Iowa ahead of big matchup vs Michigan Football

The fall season is here, the air is crisp, and it only feels right that Michigan’s first Big Ten contest of the season is against the Iowa Hawkeyes. Here’s a look at Iowa ahead of the tilt versus Michigan at Michigan Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Michigan vs Iowa history Iowa’s season so far 2026 Rankings […]

Uniform combo revealed for Michigan Football vs Iowa

Michigan’s four-week homestand to open the year concludes tomorrow, as the Wolverines host Iowa at the Big House this Saturday at 3:30 PM. That means we have another uniform combo ready. And it’s another familiar one. Michigan will be rocking all blue with maize accents against the Hawkeyes — a blue jersey and pants, with […]

Michigan Mailbag: No. 17 Iowa

The No. 18 Michigan Wolverines are getting ready for another home test against the No. 17 Iowa Hawkeyes. It’s been a few years since the Wolverines last played the Hawkeyes, but a few things about Iowa never change. Head coach Kirk Ferentz is the longest-tenured active head coach in the FBS, and his right-hand man, […]

Out of the Blue: Michigan vs. Iowa Preview

On today’s Out of the Blue podcast, Jared and Andrew break down everything you need to know about Michigan’s Big Ten opener against Iowa. Can Michigan’s offense protect the football? Who will win in the trenches? And for once, the boys are not aligned on the winner. Be sure to submit any mailbag questions to […]

No. 17 Iowa at No. 18 Michigan Preview: Reflections

It is fitting for the Michigan Wolverines to begin Big Ten play against a team like the Iowa Hawkeyes that embodies the historic DNA of this conference. These squads are more alike than dissimilar, led by strong defenses that carry offenses still trying to reach their potential. The AP Poll has the teams one spot […]

Roundtable: Michigan Football vs Iowa

The Michigan Wolverines (3-0) are back at The Big House this weekend to open up Big Ten play against the Iowa Hawkeyes (3:30 p.m., CBS). In this week’s Roundtable, Maize n Brew staff members give their final thoughts on last week’s blowout win over UTEP, some bold predictions for tomorrow’s game and more! Realizing the […]

Roddy Gayle Jr. eligible to return to Michigan Basketball (for now)

The Michigan men’s basketball program has a familiar face set to return for the 2026-27 season, as veteran wing Roddy Gayle Jr. will return to Ann Arbor for a fifth year of college basketball after having his preliminary injunction granted on Thursday afternoon. This news follows the approval of the NCAA’s new eligibility rules, which […]

How to Watch: Michigan Football vs Iowa, other top games of Week 4

Big Ten play is here for the Michigan Wolverines, and they kick things off with a Top-25 opponent as the No. 17 Iowa Hawkeyes come to Ann Arbor this weekend. Two of the most experienced head coaches in the country face off as Kyle Whittingham and Kirk Ferentz face off for what should be a […]

Jason Beck emphasizes desire to improve Michigan’s perimeter run game

The Michigan run game hasn’t quite looked the way it’s supposed to three weeks in. Entering the season, the Wolverines’ expectations for their backfield were sky-high, with the tandem of Savion Hiter and Jordan Marshall posing a mouthwatering proposition. But through three weeks, that hasn’t really been the case. Neither Hiter nor Marshall has had […]

3 bold predictions for Michigan Football vs Iowa

While things were a little uneasy during the first half, the Michigan Wolverines finally had a stress-free win last week when they cruised to a 52-17 victory over the UTEP Miners. Last week’s bold predictions went 0-3, but if they hit every time, would they really be bold? While the predictions were all wrong, they […]

Recruiting Roundup: Michigan Football to host 5-star OL for 2nd time this fall

Welcome to the Recruiting Roundup, our twice-per-week series breaking down the latest developments on the recruiting trail for the Michigan Wolverines. We’ll keep you up to date on the top targets, the visits they take, the predictions that analysts make, and everything in between. Here’s what you need to know today… Michigan surging for elite […]

Michigan Football vs Iowa: Midweek injury updates

Michigan Football will host the Iowa Hawkeyes on Saturday afternoon at The Big House, and some of the Wolverines’ significant contributors may or may not be able to suit up for the Big Ten opener. The Big Ten has updated its rules surrounding the conference injury reports this season. Teams no longer have to provide […]

Michigan Football CB Zeke Berry’s injury status ahead of Iowa game

Michigan cornerback Zeke Berry missed Michigan’s Week 3 contest versus UTEP, but Michigan defensive coordinator Jay Hill provided encouraging news about Berry’s status for Saturday’s tilt against Iowa. “We expect Zeke back,” Hill said on Wednesday. “He practiced yesterday. He’ll practice today.” If Berry does indeed play on Saturday, he’ll be up against Iowa’s No. […]

Michigan Football needs to be clean on both sides vs Iowa

The rankings say the Michigan Wolverines will be underdogs this weekend, though Vegas does like their odds against the Iowa Hawkeyes, especially at home. Regardless, Michigan needs to find a way to get the win in this top-20 matchup if it wants to keep its College Football Playoff odds alive. This is not an easy […]