Iowa survived another shaky offensive performance and a late Purdue rally for a 20-14 win as the Hawkeyes improved to 5-1.
Running back Kaleb Johnson returned from injury and rushed for 134 yards, including a 67-yard touchdown to open the scoring.
That’s Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz. The Hawkeyes finished with 181 yards of rushing in the game.
In his first start at quarterback, Deacon Hill finished six of 21 for 110 yards and a touchdown. He also had an interception.
Ferentz hinted that defensive lineman Noah Shannon may be returning this season. Shannon was suspended by the NCAA for the season as part of a gambling investigation after reportedly placing a bet on another Hawkeye sports team. The NCAA is in the process of reworking its rules regarding gambling.
Shannon’s return would give the Hawkeyes another veteran on the defensive line.
