Iowa City, Iowa — Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz says his 18th ranked Hawkeyes face a big challenge in Saturday’s opener.
The Hawkeyes host a 17th ranked Indiana team that has made major progress under Tom Allen.
Ferentz says starting with a Big Ten foe will let the Hawkeyes know where they stand.
After having last season cut short by an ACL injury Michael Penix junior returns to direct a potent Hoosier passing attack.
Ferentz says a key will be the veterans providing leadership when adversity hits.