Iowa Hawkeyes
2024 Season Results

Iowa Hawkeyes — 2024 Season Review

In 2024, the Iowa Hawkeyes posted a 8-5 record under head coach Kirk Ferentz, competing as a member of the Big Ten. The team scored 360 total points and allowed 232 throughout 13 games, averaging 27.7 points scored and 17.8 points allowed per outing.

Notable victories on the season included a 40-0 victory at home against Illinois State Redbirds, a 42-10 victory at home against Wisconsin Badgers, and a 40-14 victory at home against Northwestern Wildcats. Each of these results showcased the program's ability to compete at a high level when it mattered most.

The setbacks included a narrow 19-20 defeat to Iowa State Cyclones and a narrow 17-20 defeat to UCLA Bruins. Despite the losses, the coaching staff used each result as a teaching moment to develop the roster for the remainder of the schedule.

In Big Ten play, the Iowa Hawkeyes compiled a 6-3 conference record across 9 league contests. Conference matchups tested the Iowa program's depth and preparation week after week throughout the 2024 schedule.

The postseason brought TransPerfect Music City Bowl: L 24-27, capping the 2024 campaign. The bowl game provided one final opportunity for the Iowa Hawkeyes to compete on a national stage and represent the program before the offseason began.

At home, the Iowa Hawkeyes went 6-1, while posting a 2-3 record in road contests. The team's performances across different venues reflected the overall competitiveness of the 2024 roster from start to finish.

The offensive production remained consistent throughout the year, with 175 points in the first half and 185 in the second half of the schedule. The defensive unit's ability to limit opponents to 17.8 points per game proved crucial in several of the season's tightest matchups.

The 2024 season ultimately represented a successful chapter in Iowa Hawkeyes football history. With a final record of 8-5, the program met its goals and established a foundation for continued success in subsequent seasons. The experiences gained through 13 games of competition provided invaluable development opportunities for returning players and coaches alike.