The Iowa Hawkeyes begin their Big Ten schedule with a road test at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Sept. 26, at 2:38 p.m. Central Time. Both teams enter the game undefeated— Iowa is ranked No. 17 with a 3‑0 record, while Michigan sits at No. 18, also 3‑0.
How to Watch
The game will be televised on CBS and streamed live on Paramount+ (subscription required). Local viewers can also catch the action on KCCI. For those who prefer a pre‑game preview, KCCI’s Shannon Ehrhardt will host a special at 6:30 p.m. Friday.
Ticket Information
All tickets for the game have sold out, but secondary‑market seats are still available through SeatGeek. Fans should act quickly, as demand remains high for this marquee conference showdown.
Series History
Michigan leads the all‑time series 45‑15‑4, though recent contests have been more competitive. Under head coach Kirk Ferentz, Iowa is 7‑9 against Michigan overall and 7‑7 in regular‑season meetings. The Hawkeyes have struggled to win on the road; their last victory in Ann Arbor came in 2010, when quarterback Ricky Stanzi and receiver Derrell Johnson‑Koulianos combined for three touchdowns in a 38‑28 win.
Recent Encounters
- 2023: Michigan 26, Iowa 0 (Big Ten championship)
- 2022: Michigan 27, Iowa 14
- 2021: Michigan 42, Iowa 3 (Big Ten championship)
- 2019: Michigan 10, Iowa 3
- 2016: Iowa 14, Michigan 13
- 2013: Iowa 24, Michigan 21
- 2012: Michigan 42, Iowa 17
- 2011: Iowa 24, Michigan 16
- 2010: Iowa 38, Michigan 28
- 2009: Iowa 30, Michigan 28
What to Know About Michigan
Michigan opens its season with a dramatic win over Western Michigan, 13‑12, after a last‑second Hail Mary and a video‑review adjustment that added one second back to the clock. The Wolverines are coached by Kyle Whittingham, who is in his first season in Ann Arbor after 21 years at Utah. Whittingham brought several key Utah players, including leading receiver JJ Buchanan, who posted 266 yards on 15 catches this season.
Defensively, Michigan has been stout, allowing no more than 17 points in any game and holding Oklahoma to just 10 points in a Week 2 matchup.
Local Coverage
KCCI’s Shannon Ehrhardt will be on the ground in Ann Arbor for the game, providing live updates and post‑game analysis. The station also offers a weekly “Big College Kickoff” show on the Very Local streaming app, airing Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. throughout the fall. Viewers can download the Very Local app for free on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, or smartphones.
Fan Interaction
KCCI invites fans to submit questions for players through its new “Ask a Player” segment, featured each Saturday on the “Big College Kickoff” program. This interactive feature aims to deepen community engagement with college football.
With both teams eager to maintain perfect records and improve their standing in the Big Ten, Saturday’s clash promises high‑stakes football for fans across Iowa, Michigan, and the broader Midwest.
Original reporting: KCCI Des Moines — read the source article.
