Iowa Hawkeyes Rise in Latest AP and Coaches Poll Rankings

It turns out Iowa's bye week came at just the right time. As the Hawkeyes sat idle this past weekend, college football saw chaos among its top teams. Five of the top seven ranked teams lost, including the #1 team in the nation, Georgia. The teams that won, or were off, benefited and moved up in the latest college football polls.

Where Is Iowa Ranked This Week?

The Des Moines Register reports that the Iowa Hawkeyes are ranked 14th in the latest US LBM Coaches Poll, which was released on Sunday, October 18th. That is up two spots from one week ago. Iowa finds itself ranked 15th in the latest Associated Press poll, also up two spots from one week ago.

The new #1 team in college football is the University of Miami. BYU has its highest ranking since 1984 at #2.

Who Does Iowa Play Next?

Up next for the Hawkeyes is Big Ten rival Minnesota. The Register reports that the Golden Gophers are also coming off a bye and sit at 4-2 this season. They're coming off a 41-13 blowout loss at Purdue. Iowa has won 12 of its last 14 games against Minnesota, including the past two matchups.

Where Can I Watch the Iowa vs. Minnesota Game?

Iowa plays at Minnesota on Saturday, October 24th. Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m., and the game will be televised on FS1. The Hawkeyes are a 4.5-point favorite to beat the Gophers and keep Floyd of Rosedale in Iowa City.

LET'S GO HAWKS!