Notable Portal Departures from Iowa
Wide Receivers
Kaleb Brown, a scholarship wide receiver, has entered the transfer portal. His departure leaves a void in the Hawkeyes' receiving corps.
Graham Friedrichsen, another wide receiver who walked on, has also made the decision to transfer. His skills and contributions will be missed.
Runners
Leshon Williams, a running back with commitment to Kansas, has left the Iowa program. His running style and potential will be remembered.
Defensive Linemen
Jeff Bowie, a defensive lineman, has entered the transfer portal. His presence on the defensive line will be sorely missed.
Chase Brackney, another defensive lineman, has also taken his talents elsewhere. His impact on the team cannot be underestimated.
Quarterbacks
James Resar, Cade McNamara, Marco Lainez, and others have all entered the transfer portal. These quarterbacks brought different skills and experiences to the team.
Tight Ends
Grant Leeper, a tight end, has decided to transfer. His role in the offense will be difficult to replace.
Jalyn Thompson, another tight end, has also left the program. His contributions to the team will be missed.
Portal Commits to Iowa
Auburn Quarterback Hank Brown
Former Auburn quarterback Hank Brown, with three years of eligibility remaining, has committed to Iowa. His arrival is expected to add depth and talent to the quarterback position.
Transfer Portal Recruits Linked to Iowa
Northwest Missouri State Defensive Lineman Langden Kitchen
Langden Kitchen, a defensive lineman from Northwest Missouri State, visited Iowa City on Thursday. With 8.5 tackles for loss, 5.5 sacks, and two forced fumbles this year, he brings valuable experience and skills to the Hawkeyes.
His two years of eligibility (plus a redshirt year) available make him a promising addition to the defensive line.
Central Michigan Defensive Lineman Jonah Pace
Jonah Pace, a defensive lineman from Central Michigan, is expected to visit the Hawkeyes this week. With 11 tackles for loss and four sacks this season, he has proven himself on the field.
His two years of eligibility remaining make him a valuable recruit for the Hawkeyes.
Miami (Ohio) Cornerback Raion Strader
Raion Strader, a 2023 FWAA freshman All-American from Miami (Ohio), received an offer from the Hawkeyes this week. With two interceptions in 2024 and limiting opponents to receptions on 59.2 percent of targets, he is a highly regarded cornerback.
Northern Illinois Wide Receiver Trayvon Rudolph
Trayvon Rudolph, a wide receiver from Northern Illinois, has received an offer from Iowa. With 37 receptions for 392 yards and one touchdown in 10 games this year, he brings speed and playmaking ability to the Hawkeyes.
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