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The Morning After: Savor This

Iowa football’s Hawkeyes entered their bye week on a high note after a dominant 13–0 first-half performance against Washington, securing a 5–1 record and a rare weekend without pressure. The victory was built on a relentless defensive effort, including six sacks—led by Cam Buffington and Bryce Hawthorne—while quarterback Jeremy Hecklinski threw for 202 yards and three touchdowns without an interception, solidifying his role in the quarterback debate.

The game’s turning point came when running back Kamari Moulton broke four tackles for a 56-yard touchdown, shifting momentum decisively in Iowa’s favor. Washington’s struggles to sustain drives, including a three-and-out on their first possession, underscored the Hawkeyes’ defensive dominance, particularly Phil Parker’s aggressive blitzing strategy that disrupted Husky quarterback Demond Williams Jr.

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