Northwestern’s Pat Fitzgerald has played and coached in Kinnick Stadium but Saturday will be his first visit without the fans.
After a season opening romp against Maryland the Wildcats visit an Iowa team looking to bounce back from a loss to Purdue.
Northwestern rolled up 43 points and 537 yards against Maryland but Fitzgerald says the Hawkeyes are a tougher challenge.
Fitzgerald says the Hawkeye defense causes concerns.
Fitzgerald says two fumbles and 10 penalties were the difference for the Hawkeyes at Purdue.