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Iowa Football begins in September, until then fans only speculate about how good the Hawks will be in 2010.
Are you ready for some Hawkeye football? It is not for the faint of heart or fair-weather fans. You are either a rock or you are not. There is no fence riding or “boohooing.” You gotta wear a snarl and be ready for a blow to the gut––as disappointment can hit at any moment.
What you must understand from the outset is that Iowa is all about defense. While lack of “Big D” can undermine most college football programs, defense remains the heart and soul of the University of Iowa’s recent favorable football fortunes.
Just look at last year. You had to have a strong heart and nerves of steel to weather the tsunami peaks and valleys that characterized an Iowa victory in 2009. The Hawkeyes eked by week after week, securing four wins by three points or less. Herald the defense!
Penn State's offense was smothered by a swarming Iowa defense in 2009 in Happy Valley.
The Hawkeyes also came back in the second half in their games against Penn State and Wisconsin to secure wins.
Another heart-stopper came on the last minute touchdown pass to steal the game away at Michigan State as time expired.
Finally, what about holding on until Iowa scored four touchdowns in the last quarter to suffocate the Hoosier’s hopes for an upset?
Sedatives du jour became the cocktail before each Iowa kickoff.