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An emotional Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz gets a hug from his son and offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz after a 33-7 win over Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City. The win makes Ferentz the winningest coach in Iowa football history.
An emotional Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz gets a hug from his son and offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz after a 33-7 win over Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City. The win makes Ferentz the winningest coach in Iowa football history.
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Iowa junior defensive end Anthony Nelson holds up the progress of Northern Illinois quarterback Marcus Childers in the second quarter on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa junior defensive end Anthony Nelson holds up the progress of Northern Illinois quarterback Marcus Childers in the second quarter on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa defensive end A.J. Epenesa gets his hand on the ball as Northern Illinois quarterback Marcus Childers throws a pass on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa defensive end A.J. Epenesa gets his hand on the ball as Northern Illinois quarterback Marcus Childers throws a pass on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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An Iowa cheerleader performs a routine prior to kickoff against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
An Iowa cheerleader performs a routine prior to kickoff against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin runs the ball for a first down against Northern Illinois University on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin runs the ball for a first down against Northern Illinois University on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Members of the Iowa Hawkeyes football team take the field prior to kickoff against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Members of the Iowa Hawkeyes football team take the field prior to kickoff against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa junior quarterback Nate Stanley fires a pass against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa junior quarterback Nate Stanley fires a pass against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Northern Illinois cornerback Albert Smalls holds up the ball after pulling down an interception against Iowa on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Northern Illinois cornerback Albert Smalls holds up the ball after pulling down an interception against Iowa on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin runs the ball again Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin runs the ball again Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Northern Illinois safety Trayshon Foster breaks up the pass to Iowa tight end Noah Fant on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Northern Illinois safety Trayshon Foster breaks up the pass to Iowa tight end Noah Fant on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin runs the ball against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin runs the ball against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Northern Illinois linebacker Antonio Jones-Davis leaps to tackle Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Northern Illinois linebacker Antonio Jones-Davis leaps to tackle Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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A young Hawkeye fan takes in the action against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
A young Hawkeye fan takes in the action against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette runs the ball in the first quarter against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette runs the ball in the first quarter against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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An emotional Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz gets a hug from his son and offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz after a 33-7 win over Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City. The win makes Ferentz the winningest coach in Iowa football history.
An emotional Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz gets a hug from his son and offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz after a 33-7 win over Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City. The win makes Ferentz the winningest coach in Iowa football history.
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Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz yells out at the referees after a no-call against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz yells out at the referees after a no-call against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa junior defensive end Anthony Nelson reacts after sacking Northern Illinois quarterback Marcus Childers on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa junior defensive end Anthony Nelson reacts after sacking Northern Illinois quarterback Marcus Childers on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa kick returner Ihmir Smith-Marsette runs the ball after opening kickoff against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa kick returner Ihmir Smith-Marsette runs the ball after opening kickoff against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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The Iowa Hawkeyes football team takes the field for the opening game of the 2018 season prior to kickoff against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
The Iowa Hawkeyes football team takes the field for the opening game of the 2018 season prior to kickoff against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Herky the Hawk carries the flag after a Hawkeye touchdown against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Herky the Hawk carries the flag after a Hawkeye touchdown against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa fans wave to patients at the University of Iowa Children's Hospital during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa fans wave to patients at the University of Iowa Children's Hospital during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa's Toren Young pushes away Northern Illinois' Mykelti Williams as he runs down field during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa's Toren Young pushes away Northern Illinois' Mykelti Williams as he runs down field during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa's Noah Fant celebrates his touchdown during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa's Noah Fant celebrates his touchdown during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa's Ivory Kelly-Martin breaks away as he runs to the end zone for a touchdown during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa's Ivory Kelly-Martin breaks away as he runs to the end zone for a touchdown during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa's Ivory Kelly-Martin runs in for a touchdown during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa's Ivory Kelly-Martin runs in for a touchdown during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa's Garret Jansen, from left, Anthony Nelson, A.J. Epenesa, Matt Nelson and Austin Schulte stand for the national anthem before the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa's Garret Jansen, from left, Anthony Nelson, A.J. Epenesa, Matt Nelson and Austin Schulte stand for the national anthem before the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Northern Illinois' Antonio Jones-Davis tackles Iowa's Mekhi Sargent during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Northern Illinois' Antonio Jones-Davis tackles Iowa's Mekhi Sargent during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa's Kristian Welch puts pressure on Northern Illinois quarterback Marcus Childers during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa's Kristian Welch puts pressure on Northern Illinois quarterback Marcus Childers during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Northern Illinois quarterback Marcus Childers fumbles the ball as he evades Iowa defenders during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Northern Illinois quarterback Marcus Childers fumbles the ball as he evades Iowa defenders during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa defenders swarm Northern Illinois' Marcus Jones during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa defenders swarm Northern Illinois' Marcus Jones during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Members of the Northern Illinois team get ready to take the field against Iowa on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Members of the Northern Illinois team get ready to take the field against Iowa on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Hawkeye fans wave to the kids at the Children's Hospital after the first quarter against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Hawkeye fans wave to the kids at the Children's Hospital after the first quarter against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin runs the ball again Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin runs the ball again Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa center Keegan Render shoves Northern Illinois tackle Weston Kramer in the third quarter on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa center Keegan Render shoves Northern Illinois tackle Weston Kramer in the third quarter on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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A host of Hawkeyes team up to tackle Northern Illinois sophomore Tre Harbison on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
A host of Hawkeyes team up to tackle Northern Illinois sophomore Tre Harbison on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa senior Kyle Groeneweg runs the ball after taking a punt against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa senior Kyle Groeneweg runs the ball after taking a punt against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa junior quarterback Nate Stanley scrambles against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa junior quarterback Nate Stanley scrambles against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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A view of the northern part of the stadium against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
A view of the northern part of the stadium against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa fans dance during a media time out against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa fans dance during a media time out against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz celebrates with his team after a Hawkeye score against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz celebrates with his team after a Hawkeye score against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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A view of the Stead Family Children's Hospital from the field as the Hawkeyes take on Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
A view of the Stead Family Children's Hospital from the field as the Hawkeyes take on Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa sophomore Toren Young celebrates after scoring a touchdown against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa sophomore Toren Young celebrates after scoring a touchdown against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa freshman quarterback Peyton Mansell sneaks into the end zone for a touchdown late in the game against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa freshman quarterback Peyton Mansell sneaks into the end zone for a touchdown late in the game against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette runs the ball against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette runs the ball against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa running back Toren Young carries the ball against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa running back Toren Young carries the ball against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa running back Toren Young carries the ball against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa running back Toren Young carries the ball against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz speaks to the Big Ten Network after a 33-7 win over Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz speaks to the Big Ten Network after a 33-7 win over Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz leaves the field after leading the Hawkeyes to a 33-7 win over Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz leaves the field after leading the Hawkeyes to a 33-7 win over Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz gets his team warmed up prior to kickoff against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz gets his team warmed up prior to kickoff against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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An Iowa fan sits along the barrier prior to kickoff against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
An Iowa fan sits along the barrier prior to kickoff against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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A young Hawkeyes fan takes in the game against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
A young Hawkeyes fan takes in the game against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa right tackle Dalton Ferguson keeps Northern Illinois linebacker Lance Deveaux at bay on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa right tackle Dalton Ferguson keeps Northern Illinois linebacker Lance Deveaux at bay on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Fans take pictures of Iowa players taking the field prior to kickoff against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Fans take pictures of Iowa players taking the field prior to kickoff against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Gary Barta, Kirk Ferentz and Bruce Harreld chat on the sidelines before the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Gary Barta, Kirk Ferentz and Bruce Harreld chat on the sidelines before the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Former Hawkeyes Desmond King, left, and Josh Jackson chat before the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Former Hawkeyes Desmond King, left, and Josh Jackson chat before the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa defenders swarm Northern Illinois' Marcus Jones during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa defenders swarm Northern Illinois' Marcus Jones during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa defenders try to block a field goal attempt during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa defenders try to block a field goal attempt during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley is pictured during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley is pictured during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin takes the ball down field during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin takes the ball down field during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley throws down field during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley throws down field during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Northern Illinois' Albert Smalls intercepts a pass intended for Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Northern Illinois' Albert Smalls intercepts a pass intended for Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa's Amani Jones tackles Northern Illinois' Jordan Nettles during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa's Amani Jones tackles Northern Illinois' Jordan Nettles during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa defenders swarm Northern Illinois' D.J. Brown during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa defenders swarm Northern Illinois' D.J. Brown during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa's Nick Niemann celebrates after tackling Northern Illinois' Ty Harmston during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa's Nick Niemann celebrates after tackling Northern Illinois' Ty Harmston during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa's Mekhi Sargent runs down field during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa's Mekhi Sargent runs down field during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa's Anthony Nelson chases down Northern Illinois quarterback Marcus Childers during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa's Anthony Nelson chases down Northern Illinois quarterback Marcus Childers during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa's A.J. Epenesa puts pressure on Northern Illinois quarterback Marcus Childers during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa's A.J. Epenesa puts pressure on Northern Illinois quarterback Marcus Childers during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa's Toren Young celebrates a big run during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa's Toren Young celebrates a big run during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa's Noah Fant pulls in a pass in the end zone during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa's Noah Fant pulls in a pass in the end zone during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa's Noah Fant celebrates his touchdown during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa's Noah Fant celebrates his touchdown during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa defensive lineman Chauncey Golston grabs a fumble during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa defensive lineman Chauncey Golston grabs a fumble during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa teammates celebrate with defensive lineman Chauncey Golston after a fumble recovery during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa teammates celebrate with defensive lineman Chauncey Golston after a fumble recovery during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa students welcome the Hawkeyes onto the field for their game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa students welcome the Hawkeyes onto the field for their game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa's Ivory Kelly-Martin waits to storm the field with teammates before the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa's Ivory Kelly-Martin waits to storm the field with teammates before the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa's A.J. Epenesa stands for the national anthem during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa's A.J. Epenesa stands for the national anthem during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley sets up a play during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley sets up a play during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa teamamtes surround Ivory Kelly-Martin after his touchdown during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa teamamtes surround Ivory Kelly-Martin after his touchdown during the Hawkeyes' game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa's Kristian Welch loses his helmet as he chases down Northern Illinois' Jordan Nettles during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
Iowa's Kristian Welch loses his helmet as he chases down Northern Illinois' Jordan Nettles during their game at Kinnick Stadium on Satuday, Sept. 1, 2018.
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Iowa safety Amani Hooker stops Northern Illinois tailback Jordan Nettles in the end zone for a safety on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa safety Amani Hooker stops Northern Illinois tailback Jordan Nettles in the end zone for a safety on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz looks on as officials call a safety after Iowa's defense stopped Northern Illinois in the end zone on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz looks on as officials call a safety after Iowa's defense stopped Northern Illinois in the end zone on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz pats the helmet of running back Toren Young after a big running play against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz pats the helmet of running back Toren Young after a big running play against Northern Illinois on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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