At one point, there were over 1,000 players in the portal, and Iowa's state schools were no exception. Currently, 19 players from Iowa, ISU, and UNI remain in the portal.
After a rough stretch with players leaving via the transfer portal, the Iowa Hawkeyes get a much-needed win with the return of their most experienced receiver.
A month ago, rumors swirled that the biggest commit in Iowa history would be signing elsewhere. Just before national signing day, they're back, this time with a different school.
After the news that Spencer Petras wouldn't be available and with all the transfers, some thought Iowa had no shot against Kentucky. Now, they definitely have a chance.
In addition to the group of players from the Iowa offense that have already decided to leave, two members of the Hawkeye defense are on their way out, too.