‘Shoot My Shot,’ ‘Performed Extremely Well’ — Jeremy Hecklinski, Kirk Ferentz React After First Career Start Powers Iowa Past Washington

Jeremy Hecklinski threw three touchdown passes and completed his last 12 throws in his first college start, leading Iowa to a 41-24 win over Washington on Friday night at Husky Stadium. The junior got the call because Hank Brown sprained the AC joint in his throwing shoulder in last week’s 31-14 loss to Ohio State, but his performance lit a rocket under the Hawkeyes offense.

Jeremy Hecklinski Throws Three Touchdowns in First Iowa Start

Hecklinski finished 14-of-19 for 202 yards without an interception, and Kamari Moulton ran for a career-high 208 yards as Iowa improved to 5-1 heading into a bye week.

Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz said Hecklinski’s preparation had been strong for a couple of weeks and showed in relief against Ohio State. “Tip of the hat to Jeremy, jumping in there. Next man in, and performed extremely well.”…

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