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Three Iowa Running Backs Eclipse 100 Yards in Blowout Win
20 Sep
Summary
- Three Iowa running backs surpassed 100 rushing yards each.
- Quarterback Hank Brown completed all 12 passes for two touchdowns.
- Iowa secured a dominant 55-0 victory over Northern Iowa.
The No. 18 Iowa Hawkeyes delivered a commanding performance, defeating Northern Iowa 55-0. This dominant victory saw three running backs, Xavier Williams, Nathan McNeil, and Braeden Jackson, each rush for over 100 yards, a feat not accomplished by the team since 1983.
Xavier Williams led the charge with 151 yards and three touchdowns on just six carries. Braeden Jackson added 125 yards and a rushing score, alongside a 24-yard touchdown reception. Nathan McNeil contributed 111 yards and two touchdowns, demonstrating Iowa's potent ground game even in the absence of their leading rusher, Kamari Moulton.
Quarterback Hank Brown was equally impressive, completing all 12 of his passes for 153 yards and two touchdowns. His flawless performance helps solidify his position as the starter heading into crucial Big Ten conference play.
The Hawkeyes amassed 422 rushing yards and 640 total yards, scoring on their first five possessions to build a 42-0 halftime lead. Northern Iowa struggled offensively, managing only 155 total yards.
