LJ Phillips Jr. brings power running to Iowa
The Iowa running back room is filled with talented players. Lead rush Kamari Moulton is back, and the Hawkeyes added a coveted player out of the transfer portal. LJ Phillips Jr. ran for nearly 2,000 yards last season at South Dakota. Now in Iowa City, he’s enjoying being surrounded by other top running backs. “I […]
LJ Phillips Jr. is bringing power running to the Iowa football team. The South Dakota standout accumulated nearly 2,000 rushing yards last season and has quickly found himself at home in Iowa City. Phillips Jr. emphasized his goal to set the tone from the start and become a spark plug for his teammates, acknowledging that competition is a natural part of the game.
He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to compete with the depth of Iowa's running backs and praised their impact on his development. The Hawkeyes kick off their 2026 season against Northern Illinois on September 5, 2026.
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