CRITICAL: Iowa Hawkeyes Must INVEST in Top WR Talent—How Will Passing Game BOUNCE BACK in 2026?

<p>Iowa Hawkeyes face a pivotal offseason at wide receiver—can they land true difference-makers through the transfer portal, or will offensive struggles linger into 2026? Trent Condon scrutinizes the Hawkeyes’ pass-catching woes, the challenges in attracting elite talent to Iowa City, and the pressure on roster management to finally elevate the receiving corps and overall offensive production. With key departures like Kaden Wetjen and Seth Anderson, new faces such as Reese Vander Zee and K.J. Parker must rise, but is hope alone enough without major investment?</p><p>Wade Lookingbill joins for an inside look at Iowa basketball’s promising defense, concerns about margin for error, and the importance of secondary scoring as Big Ten play looms. The conversation spotlights Bennett Stirtz's scoring burden, Brendan Hausen’s potential role, and Iowa’s need to turn home-court advantage into wins. Plus, thoughts on Big Ten scheduling, the impact of TV money, and what it will take for the Hawkeye...