Linebacker Josey Jewell began the success for the Hawkeyes, bringing home the infamous Lott Impact Player Trophy. This trophy represents a player that defensively had the most impact on his team. Specifically, the IMPACT stands for: integrity, maturity, performance, academics, community, and tenacity. Jewell beat out star players Micah Kiser, Harrison Phillips, and Minkah Fitzpatrick. Now, Jewell stands among the ranks of players such a J.J Watt, Luke Kuechly, and Jabrill Peppers, who have all previously won this award. Jewell was named Lott Player of the Week twice throughout the season.

In addition, Jewell received Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year Award, Big Ten Linebacker of the Year, First Team All-Big Ten in both the media and coaches selections, the Jack Lambert Award for best collegiate linebacker, Writers Association First-Team All-American, and AP All-American first team.

Josh Jackson also completed an outstanding junior season for the Hawkeyes. Jackson finished tied for first in the country for interceptions, fourth among interception yards, and first in passes deflected. Jackson finished as a finalist in the Jim Thorpe Award for best defensive back. He finished as a top three finalist, falling to superb defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick.

Jackson took home a slew of other awards as well. He was named AP All-American first team, Writers Association First Team All-American, Walter Camp First-Team All-American, Big Ten Defensive Back of the Year, First Team All-Big Ten, and won the Jack Tatum Award.

In all, what appears to be the last game for Jackson, and what will be the last game for Jewell as Hawkeyes, make sure to tune into the Pinstripe Bowl on December 27th to witness the high-flying talent of both Josey Jewell and Josh Jackson.

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The Minnesota offensive attack was lead by sophomore quarterback Mitch Leidner, who finished with 10 completions on 13 attempts for 138 yards and 4 touchdowns. He also led his team in rushing with 77 yards on 11 carries.

Leidner’s tight end Maxx Williams was clearly the go to guy when attacking through the air. Williams hauled in 5 receptions including 3 touchdowns. Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz said Williams is a “Heck of a player.”

After a tie game heading into the second quarter, Minnesota quickly pulled away scoring 28 unanswered points. Leidner threw for over 100 yards and 3 touchdowns in the second quarter alone.

The Hawkeyes dug their own hole turning the ball over 3 times in the first half. When Kirk Ferentz was asked about the loss he responded, “Our special teams did nothing to help us. They were bad.”

Iowa’s junior quarterback Jake Rudock struggled to find his rhythm after the first quarter. Rudock finished the afternoon with 10 completions on 19 attempts, and two turnovers.

When asked what changed after their first offensive drive, Rudock responded, “I can’t put a finger on it.”

Sophomore quarterback C.J. Beathard later replaced Rudock in the fourth quarter.Beathard also struggled, but managed to connect with senior receiver Andrew Stone for a touchdown late in the fourth quarter.

The Minnesota Golden Gophers started right where they had left off to begin the second half. They held Iowa to just one score in the second half.

The Iowa offense was able to scrap out only 205 net yards on the day. It was a different story for the Minnesota offense as they netted 429 total yards on the day. The Iowa defense struggled in the trenches allowing 291 yards on the ground. Coach Ferentz said, “They controlled both lines.”

This leaves the Hawkeyes in a tough position for the remainder of the 2014 season, as they would need to run the table to have a shot at the Big Ten Championship game. When asked if his team has mental toughness, Kirk Ferentz responded, “We’ll find out.”

Iowa will travel to Champaign, Illinois next week to take on a 4-5 Illini team who is coming off a bye. Iowa will finish the season out with two home games, as they will host both Wisconsin and Nebraska.

The Minnesota Golden Gophers will be tied with Wisconsin for second place in the Big Ten West heading into the final three games of the season, and will face three strong teams to finish.

The Gophers will host Ohio State next week and finish up on the road against Nebraska and Wisconsin. Despite the tough schedule ahead, the Gophers are in full control of their own destiny.

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