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Iowa's Kaden Wetjen: Record-Breaking Return Specialist
18 Mar
Summary
- Kaden Wetjen holds Iowa's career return touchdown record with six.
- He won the Rodgers-Dwight Return Specialist of the Year award twice.
- Wetjen also won the Jet Award twice, an unprecedented achievement.
Kaden Wetjen has concluded his remarkable career with the Iowa Hawkeyes, leaving an indelible mark on the program's record books. He officially holds the Iowa program record for career return touchdowns with six, surpassing legendary player Tim Dwight.
Wetjen's outstanding performance throughout his junior and senior seasons, culminating in 2025, saw him accumulate significant yardage and multiple touchdowns on both punt and kickoff returns. His efforts were recognized with numerous accolades.
He was named the Rodgers-Dwight Return Specialist of the Year for the second consecutive season and also secured the Jet Award twice, becoming the only player in history to achieve this distinction.
Wetjen's impact extended beyond special teams, as he also developed as a wide receiver, contributing offensively. His journey from Iowa Western Community College to Iowa's record books highlights a significant college football career.
With his collegiate career complete, Wetjen has garnered interest from NFL scouts due to his return abilities and receiving traits, and he participated in the NFL Scouting Combine.
