Iowa football duo lands within USA TODAY Sports' top 100 players
A pair of Iowa football players were ranked inside USA TODAY Sports' top 100 players entering the 2026 season.
The Iowa football program has a history of producing exceptional offensive linemen, a tradition that is expected to continue in the 2026 season. Freshmen Kade Pieper and Trevor Lauck are regarded as the stars of this year's offensive line. Pieper has been selected for numerous preseason All-American teams, while Lauck has also garnered accolades.
This year, they have been recognized among the top college football players according to USA TODAY Sports' preseason top 100 college football players list. Lauck secured the 66th spot, while Pieper was ranked 26th. While USA TODAY Sports writer Austin Curtright did not provide specific comments about either player, their inclusion on the prestigious list highlights the exceptional talent Iowa brings to the table.
Considering Iowa's uncertainty at the quarterback position and the need to replace three NFL linemen from the past season's Joe Moore Award-winning unit, the performance of Lauck and Pieper in the upcoming season will be crucial. Along with the rest of the offensive line, their success should not be a concern for the Hawkeyes.
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