The Iowa Hawkeyes football program has gone through a lot of changes this offseason. Key players left for the NFL, new faces arrived through the transfer portal, and several guys decided to try their luck at other schools.
This post looks at where members of the 2024 Iowa football roster who entered the transfer portal ended up. If you want a more detailed breakdown, check out the original article on 247Sports.
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Cade McNamara: A Fresh Start at East Tennessee State
Cade McNamara, once a promising quarterback for Iowa, is now at East Tennessee State. He’s competing for the starting quarterback spot after a tough run of injuries—torn ACL, concussion, the works.
McNamara gets a legit fresh start here. He’ll battle North Carolina transfer Jacolby Criswell for the job, and that’s not a walk in the park.
Brendan Sullivan: Competing for the Starting Job at Tulane
Brendan Sullivan stayed with Iowa through the spring as QB1 but decided to transfer to Tulane. With Mark Gronowski arriving at Iowa, Sullivan saw a better shot at starting somewhere else.
At Tulane, he’ll compete with Ball State transfer Kadin Semonza and Illinois transfer Donovan Leary for the job. Sullivan’s versatility gives him a real chance, but the preseason battle should be interesting.
Other Notable Transfers
A bunch of other Hawkeyes have landed at new programs, each with their own stories and reasons for leaving.
Running Backs
Williams is off to Kansas. He’s expected to be the No. 2 back behind Daniel Hinshaw. Injuries slowed him at Iowa, but he brings experience to the Jayhawks’ backfield.
White transferred to Wyoming. He’ll join a crowded running back room and might return kicks. More playing time was a big motivator for him.
Wide Receivers and Tight Ends
Brown joined UAB and will play under former NFL quarterback Trent Dilfer. Brown’s playmaking could help UAB’s receiver group, though we’ll see how quickly he adjusts.
Pascuzzi transferred to Tulane after a brief stop at West Virginia. He’s in the mix for a starting spot, especially since Tulane’s star tight end Alex Bauman is gone.
Defensive Players
Nestor moved to Minnesota. The Gophers like his versatility, and he’ll likely get snaps at the hybrid position.
Crawford and Bowie both transferred to South Dakota. They’ll get a shot at significant playing time on the interior.
Why the Fresh Starts?
There’s no single reason for these transfers. Some players wanted more playing time, while others hoped for a better fit with new coaching schemes.
For guys like McNamara and Sullivan, injuries played a big role. Williams and White moved partly because other players were emerging at Iowa.
Coaching Changes
Coaching changes definitely factored in. Lainez, for example, was recruited by former offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz, but new OC Tim Lester wanted his own quarterbacks. That led to Lainez leaving.
Family and Personal Ties
Family and personal connections mattered too. Hoffman transferred to Missouri, which has strong family ties for him and was a school he considered back in high school.
Conclusion
The Iowa Hawkeyes have had a lot of changes this offseason. Several players made the decision to transfer to new programs.
Each player has their own story. Injuries, coaching shifts, and personal reasons all played a part.
Fans and analysts will keep a close eye on how these athletes adjust and grow in their new environments. If you’re curious and want more details, check out the original article on 247Sports.
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