Iowa Hawkeyes football (3-1) (1-0) has long been one of the most steady in the nation. Since Kirk Ferentz’s arrival all the way back in 1999, Iowa has amassed a reputation as one of the strongest defenses in the nation, and Ferentz’s as one of the most consistent coaches in the nation.
After No.11Indiana’s (4-0) (1-0) thumping 63-10 victory against Illinois (3-1) (0-1), head coach Curt Cignetti gave a quick quip about the Hawkeyes.
“But the thing about Iowa in general, they will not beat themselves. You will have to beat them. Okay? They’re not gonna beat themselves, and they play really well at home.”…