Iowa Hawkeyes Face Iowa State, UNI in Football Non-Conference Games
The University of Iowa Hawkeyes are scheduled to face off against Iowa State and Northern Iowa in upcoming non-conference football games. This announcement was made alongside the release of future non-conference matchups.
Upcoming Football Schedule for Iowa Hawkeyes
In the fall of next year, the Hawkeyes will host three notable games at Kinnick Stadium. The matchups include:
- Northern Illinois on September 5, 2026
- Iowa State on September 12, 2026
- Northern Iowa on September 19, 2026
The game against the Northern Iowa Panthers marks the continuation of their rivalry, the last matchup having occurred in 2018. The tension between the Cyclones and Hawkeyes, known as the Cy-Hawk rivalry, will also persist, with a game planned for September 11, 2027, at Jack Trice Stadium.
Future Matchups
Here’s a comprehensive outline of the Iowa Hawkeyes’ confirmed non-conference football games in the coming years:
| Year | Date | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | September 5 | Northern Illinois |
| 2026 | September 12 | Iowa State |
| 2026 | September 19 | Northern Iowa |
| 2027 | September 4 | Ball State |
| 2027 | September 11 | at Iowa State |
| 2027 | September 18 | North Dakota |
| 2028 | September 16 | Western Michigan |
| 2029 | September 1 | Northern Iowa |
| 2029 | September 15 | Northern Illinois |
| 2030 | August 31 | Florida Atlantic |
Fans of the Hawkeyes can look forward to these matchups, reinforcing longstanding rivalries and providing competitive opportunities against various teams.
